Touch of the Wolf

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Summary: A Fantastic Paranormal Romance.
Review: "Touch of the Wolf" by Susan Krinard is a powerful and well-written paranormal romance that will leave readers craving more from this talented author. Vibrant characters, lush English settings, and a strong plot combine to create an affecting tale that will stay with readers long after the book comes to an end.
Braden Forster, the Earl of Greyburn, has dedicated his entire life to "The Cause" - restoring the purity of his werewolf - or loups-garous - bloodline. Raised by a cruel grandfather, Braden was brought up to believe that his only reason for being was The Cause. For years Braden has searched for the lost branch of the Forster family, hoping to find his distant cousins and restore them to The Cause, but to no avail.
Cassidy Holt, the distant cousin Braden is seeking, is the half-human daughter of a werewolf mother, born and raised in America. Orphaned at the tender age of seven, before her mother had a chance to teach her how to be loups-garous, Cassidy was taken in by her human father's brother, Jonas. Life with her human aunt and uncle was always unhappy for Cassidy, who was constantly aware that she was unwanted and feared. For years Cassidy dreamed of finding her mother's family in England, a family who could teach her all about being loups-garous. Cassidy finally strikes out on her own, and with the help of an old friend of her mother's, travels to England.
Upon arriving in England, Cassidy is drawn to the scent of her own kind, and ends up on the doorstep of Braden Forster. Braden cannot believe his luck at finding Cassidy after all these years, and immediately decides that she will be an appropriate wife for his brother, Quentin. But Cassidy isn't what Braden expected her to be, and her refreshing combination of naiveté and courage begins to break down the walls Braden has built around himself. Cassidy finds herself undeniably drawn to Braden, and bravely stands by him even while he tries to push her away.
Past betrayals have left Braden scarred both physically and emotionally, and he is not eager to open himself up for that kind of hurt again. But Braden's emotional barriers are no match for Cassidy's gentle persistence, and she begins to show him that there may be a Cause even more important than preserving the werewolf bloodline - the Cause of Love.
"Touch of the Wolf" will sweep readers away into Victorian England, and keep them captivated. Krinard skilfully absorbs her readers into the lives of Cassidy and Braden, making their trials and triumphs palpable. This wonderful story of love and redemption is a truly satisfying read. So buy this book today, you won't regret it.

Rating:
Summary: A Fantastic Paranormal Romance.
Review: "Touch of the Wolf" by Susan Krinard is a powerful and well-written paranormal romance that will leave readers craving more from this talented author. Vibrant characters, lush English settings, and a strong plot combine to create an affecting tale that will stay with readers long after the book comes to an end.
Braden Forster, the Earl of Greyburn, has dedicated his entire life to "The Cause" - restoring the purity of his werewolf - or loups-garous - bloodline. Raised by a cruel grandfather, Braden was brought up to believe that his only reason for being was The Cause. For years Braden has searched for the lost branch of the Forster family, hoping to find his distant cousins and restore them to The Cause, but to no avail.
Cassidy Holt, the distant cousin Braden is seeking, is the half-human daughter of a werewolf mother, born and raised in America. Orphaned at the tender age of seven, before her mother had a chance to teach her how to be loups-garous, Cassidy was taken in by her human father's brother, Jonas. Life with her human aunt and uncle was always unhappy for Cassidy, who was constantly aware that she was unwanted and feared. For years Cassidy dreamed of finding her mother's family in England, a family who could teach her all about being loups-garous. Cassidy finally strikes out on her own, and with the help of an old friend of her mother's, travels to England.
Upon arriving in England, Cassidy is drawn to the scent of her own kind, and ends up on the doorstep of Braden Forster. Braden cannot believe his luck at finding Cassidy after all these years, and immediately decides that she will be an appropriate wife for his brother, Quentin. But Cassidy isn't what Braden expected her to be, and her refreshing combination of naiveté and courage begins to break down the walls Braden has built around himself. Cassidy finds herself undeniably drawn to Braden, and bravely stands by him even while he tries to push her away.
Past betrayals have left Braden scarred both physically and emotionally, and he is not eager to open himself up for that kind of hurt again. But Braden's emotional barriers are no match for Cassidy's gentle persistence, and she begins to show him that there may be a Cause even more important than preserving the werewolf bloodline - the Cause of Love.
"Touch of the Wolf" will sweep readers away into Victorian England, and keep them captivated. Krinard skilfully absorbs her readers into the lives of Cassidy and Braden, making their trials and triumphs palpable. This wonderful story of love and redemption is a truly satisfying read. So buy this book today, you won't regret it.

Rating:
Summary: A Fantastic Paranormal Romance.
Review: "Touch of the Wolf" by Susan Krinard is a powerful and well-written paranormal romance that will leave readers craving more from this talented author. Vibrant characters, lush English settings, and a strong plot combine to create an affecting tale that will stay with readers long after the book comes to an end.
Braden Forster, the Earl of Greyburn, has dedicated his entire life to "The Cause" - restoring the purity of his werewolf - or loups-garous - bloodline. Raised by a cruel grandfather, Braden was brought up to believe that his only reason for being was The Cause. For years Braden has searched for the lost branch of the Forster family, hoping to find his distant cousins and restore them to The Cause, but to no avail.
Cassidy Holt, the distant cousin Braden is seeking, is the half-human daughter of a werewolf mother, born and raised in America. Orphaned at the tender age of seven, before her mother had a chance to teach her how to be loups-garous, Cassidy was taken in by her human father's brother, Jonas. Life with her human aunt and uncle was always unhappy for Cassidy, who was constantly aware that she was unwanted and feared. For years Cassidy dreamed of finding her mother's family in England, a family who could teach her all about being loups-garous. Cassidy finally strikes out on her own, and with the help of an old friend of her mother's, travels to England.
Upon arriving in England, Cassidy is drawn to the scent of her own kind, and ends up on the doorstep of Braden Forster. Braden cannot believe his luck at finding Cassidy after all these years, and immediately decides that she will be an appropriate wife for his brother, Quentin. But Cassidy isn't what Braden expected her to be, and her refreshing combination of naiveté and courage begins to break down the walls Braden has built around himself. Cassidy finds herself undeniably drawn to Braden, and bravely stands by him even while he tries to push her away.
Past betrayals have left Braden scarred both physically and emotionally, and he is not eager to open himself up for that kind of hurt again. But Braden's emotional barriers are no match for Cassidy's gentle persistence, and she begins to show him that there may be a Cause even more important than preserving the werewolf bloodline - the Cause of Love.
"Touch of the Wolf" will sweep readers away into Victorian England, and keep them captivated. Krinard skilfully absorbs her readers into the lives of Cassidy and Braden, making their trials and triumphs palpable. This wonderful story of love and redemption is a truly satisfying read. So buy this book today, you won't regret it.

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Summary: Read this, save it, read it again.
Review: Absolutely absorbing. I give 5 stars only to novels that make me cry, either from happiness or sadness. I had to read TOUCH in one sitting. The characters stayed in character, the scenes were painted with words, the story never waivered. Thank you S.K. and I am not very patiently waiting for Quinten and Ro's stories.

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Summary: ANYTHING FOR THE CAUSE ..........
Review: After reading two of Susan Krinard's werewolves books I bought this one and I'm glad I did. Susan created this world of werewolves that is so interesting and captivating. Braden Forster, the Earl of Greyburn, spent all his life dedicated for the cause and the continuous of the werewolf blood,cassidy who was raised among humans goes to England desperately searching for her family. The chemistry between them was so not hard to miss. He thought his heart was made of ice but Cassidy knew how to warm it with love,her character was so wonderful and loving,she was the perfect woman for him. I have to admit that I was really shocked to know Braden's secret,he did hide it very well. Susan did a very marvelous job in writing this book,truly very talented.

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Summary: Great Book
Review: Cassidy Holt is orphaned and abandoned at the age of 7. Her father's brother took her in reluctantly and fearfully. Her mother and brother were werewolves and she is one also, athough she has yet to change into a wolf. Her mother wanted her to go to her werewolf family in England, but her uncle forbid it. When she is old enough, she travels to San Francisco to her mother's best friend and together they go to London to search for Cassidy's family. Her family is the powerful Greyburn Forsters, headed by Braden, Earl of Greyburn. The Earl has carried on his grandfather's Cause to preserve the werewolf bloodlines and the newly found Cassidy is to be a part of this. He plans to marry her to his brother Quentin, but finds that he wants her himself. When he finds that she cannot change her marries her, thinking that he is sterile anyway, so her half breed status won't affect the bloodline. Cassidy changes his family and the Earl in ways they never thought possible.

This was another engrossing read by Ms. Krinard. The characters and story are so vivid that you almost believe that there are really werewolves out there. A very good and quick read.

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Summary: Great Book
Review: Cassidy Holt is orphaned and abandoned at the age of 7. Her father's brother took her in reluctantly and fearfully. Her mother and brother were werewolves and she is one also, athough she has yet to change into a wolf. Her mother wanted her to go to her werewolf family in England, but her uncle forbid it. When she is old enough, she travels to San Francisco to her mother's best friend and together they go to London to search for Cassidy's family. Her family is the powerful Greyburn Forsters, headed by Braden, Earl of Greyburn. The Earl has carried on his grandfather's Cause to preserve the werewolf bloodlines and the newly found Cassidy is to be a part of this. He plans to marry her to his brother Quentin, but finds that he wants her himself. When he finds that she cannot change her marries her, thinking that he is sterile anyway, so her half breed status won't affect the bloodline. Cassidy changes his family and the Earl in ways they never thought possible.

This was another engrossing read by Ms. Krinard. The characters and story are so vivid that you almost believe that there are really werewolves out there. A very good and quick read.

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Summary: First book a werewolf saga
Review: Cassidy Holt, of half werewold blood and half human, was orphaned at a young age and is sent off to live with her cruel relations of her fathers in the Wild West. When she becomes of age, she decides to go to England to find her mother's relations who can teach her of her werewolf bloodline. On her first night in London she is instantly drawn to Braden Forster, Earl of Greyburn. Braden is the head of a powerful werewolf clan and has dedicated his life strengthening the cause of the werewolves. When Braden finds out that Cassidy is his long lost distant cousin, he is surprised and instantly puts into plan that she marry his brother, Quentin, to further strengthen the werewolf bloodline. Cassidy only has eyes for Braden but will Braden put behinf his dark past in order to accept and love Cassidy who is immensely attracted to.

Susan Krinard is one of my favourite paranormal romantic authors. She really brings to life her characters and fills each chapter with passion. You can really believe that there exists werewolves amongst us humans. You are also drawn into the descriptions of London and the English countryside. Susan Krinanrd states that she has a passion for nature and this really translates into her description of the forests and animals, which inhabit them. This book is highly recommended along with her other werewolf books.

Lealing

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Summary: Touch of The Wolf
Review: First in series of werewolf family set in Victorian England. Braden Forster, head of the clan, is determined to keep the werewolf clan pure by matching young couples to marry based on their werewolf abilities. Story of handicapped hero who finds that his heroine, isn't exactly what he had planned. I enjoyed it very much. A definite keeper! Marilyn, The Regency Lover's Cafe

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Summary: The queen of the werewolf romance is back
Review: Four decades have passed since Tiberius Forster, Earl of Greyburn, began the Cause because he worried that his breed, the loups-garous, were becoming extinct. The larger human population was assimilating the Werewolves through marriage. Each subsequent generation contained more impurities in their blood. By 1860, Tiberius' Cause is working as the Werewolves are closer to saving their breed. That year, his grandson fourteen-year old Braden attends his first meeting.

At the same time in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, seven- year old Cassidy Holt worries about her future with the recent death of her beloved mother, leaving her an orphan. In a letter addressed to a friend, but not mailed, Cassidy learns that the English Forster family is kin. However, her father's brother Uncle Jonas arrives and takes the little girl to live with him on his New Mexico farm.

Fifteen years later, Cassidy travels to England to seek her family. Upon arrival, Cassidy senses a peer in Braden, now the head of the Cause. Braden's obsessively believes that the means do not matter as long as the end results in the loups-garous being saved. Braden also tries to destroy his growing attraction to the naive American Werewolf who is haunting his heart.

TOUCH OF THE WOLF is a superb supernatural romance due to Susan Krinard's ability to make readers believe that the Werewolf breed exists. Cassidy and Braden are an interesting pair as they struggle with their growing love and his fixation on saving his people that borders on insanity. Ms. Krinard deserves plenty of accolades from romance readers and all werewolf fans because she makes the loups-garous seem alive and well in nineteenth century England.