Hunt: Sin City Wolf Book 2 by January Bain | Review, $50 Giveaway, Excerpt
A book blog tour from Goddess Fish Promotions.
Thank you to the author, publisher, and Marianne & Judy at Goddess Fish for providing me the information for this tour.
Book Details
Hunt by January Bain Series: Sin City Wolf #2
Published by Totally Bound Publishing on 09/21/2021
Genres: Fiction, Paranormal, Romance
Format: eBook, Paperback
Pages: 212
Source: Goddess Fish Promotions, Received from the author or publisher for review.To be chosen is everything.
Billionaires. Scholars. Relic hunters.
Alessandro and Maximus Luceres are a united force and dangerous wolves to cross. Members of the powerful House of Luceres, they have spent their lifetimes searching the world over for the Lupus Sanguis Chalice, the fabled wolf blood chalice reputed to save the life of a human bitten by a werewolf during the first full moon.
But never in all their travels did the twins expect to find their possible Forever Mate, much less discover the beautiful Trinity Wells to be in league with their sworn enemies, the nefarious House of Ribelle, who are seeking the precious chalice by any means necessary and want Trinity to mate with one of their own.
Shockingly, Trinity is bitten by a Nomad wolf, starting the clock ticking down to her possibly fatal transformation and making the discovery of the chalice all that more vital.
Will Trinity survive the change…and unite the pair of brothers rivaling to be her Forever Mates?
Reader advisory: This book contains scenes of violence and bloodshed. There are fated mates, an allusion to dubious consent, and mentions of inadequate parenting.
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Excerpt from Hunt: Sin City Wolf Book 2
“Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today…”
Maximus vibrated with excessive energy, droning out the minister. Standing there like a stuffed turkey in his dove-gray morning coat and tails, waiting for his brother and mate to conclude the official ceremony, all he could think was sign the damn contract already. The sooner he got out of this godawful monkey suit and had an extended run in the clear, crisp desert air, the better.
He stretched his neck under the stiff white collar. There wasn’t much call for such attire in the sacred halls of a dusty library, researching ancient writings, seeking clues to the whereabouts of sacred objects, in particular the House of Luceres’ holiest of grails, the Lupus Sanguis Chalice. Just thinking of laying his hands on the priceless item made his pulse quicken.
Lives spent in the higher halls of learning was a calling he and his twin Alessandro were well suited to. He didn’t want the unenviable job of being CEO of a string of worldwide casinos, like the ones his soon-to-be-married brother reined over, though he admired how his sibling managed the position with such style and grace.
But even Cristaldo had to release his wolf on occasion, to manage his beast effectively. Maximus hid a grin at the reminder of how off-the-rails his alpha sibling had become when he’d first met up with the lovely, all-too-human Everly. He’d nearly lost it, according to their brother Lucius—Cristaldo’s twin—who took great glee in reminding everyone of the fact.
“And do you, Everly Joy Affini, take this man, Cristaldo Maximus Luceres, to be your lawfully wedded husband, until you are reborn?”
“I do.”
His brother raised his mate’s veil and the look of adoration and love so clear in his eyes made Maximus glance away. Sly, sitting in the first row of pews as acting majordomo of the House of Luceres, let out a loud sob, his kindly face creased with contentment as he pressed a snowy-white handkerchief to his mouth.
A sense of need and envy stirred deep inside Maximus, its rawness taking him by surprise. What is this? He ran a finger between his shirt collar and his neck in an effort to loosen it. Taking a deep breath, he forced himself to remain still and see the final part of the ceremony to its expected conclusion. His twin Alessandro stirred at his side, apparently needing a deep breath of his own. The church was too hot and too stifling by half.
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Purchase Links for Hunt: Sin City Wolf Book 2
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My thoughts on Hunt: Sin City Wolf Book 2
I have not yet read book one, Howl, but had no trouble immersing myself in this story. The plot is set up well in the book blurb and opening pages.
Twin werewolf brothers, Maximus and Alessandro, billionaire researchers, are on a quest to find an ancient chalice said to have special powers. Along the way they meet Trinity who is destined to be their mate. That is if she survives a rogue wolf bite. Her life depends upon them finding the chalice before the next full moon.
The story is gripping, steamy, and entertaining. The pace carries you from page to page, rarely letting you come up for air. Many characters make an appearance that seem to be worthy of their own story. I plan to read more from this talented author.
I enjoyed the concept of werewolves being a functional part of human society, while keeping their secrets. The twin aspect is intriguing as they struggle with jealousy and other alpha instincts while trying not to damage their relationship with each other and Trinity.
If you love the paranormal, supernatural world, you will adore this book and series.
I received a copy of HUNT for the tour. This review is my honest, unbiased opinion.
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About January Bain
January Bain has wished on every falling star, every blown-out birthday candle, and every coin thrown in a fountain to be a storyteller. To share the tales of high adventure, mysteries, and full-blown thrillers she has dreamed of all her life.
The story you now have in your hands is the compilation of a lot of things manifesting themselves for this special series. Hundreds of hours spent researching the unusual and the mundane have come together to create a series that features strong women who don’t take life too seriously, wild adventures full of twists and unforeseen turns, and hot complicated men who aren’t afraid to take risks. She can only hope the stories of her beloved Brass Ringers will capture your imagination as you follow their exploits as much as they did when she wrote them.
If you are looking for January Bain, you can find her hard at work every morning without fail in her office with two furry babies trying to prove who does a better job of guarding the doorway. And, of course, she’s married to the most romantic man! Who once famously remarked to her inquiry about buying fresh flowers for their home every week, “Give me one good reason why not?” Leaving her speechless and knocking her head against the proverbial wall for being so darn foolish. She loves flowers.
If you wish to connect in the virtual world she is easily found on Facebook, twitter and writes a weekly blog about her journey on Blogger. Oh, and she loves to talk books…
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Giveaway!
January Bain will be awarding a $50 Amazon GC to a randomly drawn winner via rafflecopter during the tour.
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Full Tour Schedule
September 20: Sandra’s Book Club
September 20: Travel the Ages
September 21: Booklover-Sue
September 21: Read Your Writes
September 22: Novels Alive
September 22: Dawn’s Reading Nook
September 23: Christine Young
September 24: All the Ups and Downs
September 24: Momma Says: To Read or Not to Read
September 27: Hope. Dreams. Life… Love
September 28: Romance Novel Giveaways
September 28: Books to Light Your Fire
September 29: Novels Alive
September 30: The Avid Reader
September 30: The Key Of Love
October 1: Archaeolibrarian – I Dig Good Books!
October 4: FUONLYKNEW
October 5: Fabulous and Brunette
October 6: Gina Rae Mitchell
October 7: Iron Canuck Reviews & More
October 8: Harlie’s Books
October 8: Phoebe’s Randoms
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This sounds really good!
Thank you for the review! I enjoyed the irony of the excerpt.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on this story, it sounds like an excellent book and series, a must read for me.
Thank you for sharing your review thoughts, and especially letting me know that this was a standalone read.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the book.
This author is new. The book sounds like it’s intriguing, thrilling, gripping, suspenseful and more. I would love to read & review this book and all the author’s books in print format.
I look forward to getting to know the author and their books.
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Nice review. This story sounds intriguing!
January Bain is a favorite author of mine. I really love all her book covers.
Good Morning! I can’t thank you enough for your kind, thoughtful words on my book, Hunt! Positive words mean a lot to an author. Wishing you a wonderful day! Hugs, January
Thanks for hosting!