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ellelainey's review against another edition
5.0
I have loved EVERY. SINGLE. BOOK. in this series. And I will love every. single. book. to come.
And I can sum up my review of this one in just three words : "Damn it, Tyler!"
That's pretty much all I have to say. That sums it up perfectly. That, and "Holy Sh*t, Donovan!"
This book picks up directly after the events of Book 2, Undertow. It literally picks up from the boys getting into the truck to go home, after the events with the Kelpie. Yet, before reading this, I re-read Books 1, 2, and 2.5, and I'm glad I did. It meant that I was even happier to see the return of Michael and Victor, however briefly.
There's an elegance and vitality to Brooklyn Ray's writing. A visceral thing that lets you sink right into the bones of the character, through their POV, but also through their interactions with the other characters.
Yes, this book contains some serious elements - loss of a family member, wax/blood/pain play, D/s elements, violence/gore, and returns to the matter of domestic abuse that was mentioned in the previous book.
However, Ray writes these hard hitting topics with sympathy, no-holds-barred honesty, and a compassion that makes you feel for each of the characters affected.
Tyler and Donovan's relationship is quite volatile - rough behaviour, D/s elements, safewords, pushing the limits and verging on violent pain play. However, I love that we were introduced to the idea of this type of relationship in Book 2.5, Unbroken, where it felt natural to the new character, Michael. He was, in some ways, quite similar to Donovan, in that they were both quite emotionally vulnerable and yet demanding.
Tyler is aggressive and cold, distant and sometimes dismissive. Until he's with Donovan, and then he gradually exposes his gentle side, little by little. Their chemistry with each other is off the charts and so believable, despite my doubts from the previous book. I loved the way that Donovan was so invested, yet afraid to get any closer, afraid of being hurt by Tyler's potential rejection. At the same time, I loved the way that Tyler kept them within the boundaries of their relationship. He made sure they didn't step over the line, didn't break the trust between them.
It was great to see Michael and Victor back again. It really helped round off the end of their book, with a little bit of something more. Their aspect of the book really took my pleasantly by surprise. It changed everything, left us with a HUGE cliffhanger, and yet continued the plot of the series to perfectly. I can't wait for the next book, but I'm not tempting myself by reading the sneak peek until I know when the release date is. I don't have that kind of patience.
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Favourite Quote
"Donovan threaded his hand through Tyler's hair and gripped. Tyler was good at this - he was good and everything. At kissing, at being a complete asshole, at making Donovan feel claimed and wanted, at turning pain into a playground, at intimacy and sex and magic. God, Donovan hated him. Goddamn, he loved him."
And I can sum up my review of this one in just three words : "Damn it, Tyler!"
That's pretty much all I have to say. That sums it up perfectly. That, and "Holy Sh*t, Donovan!"
This book picks up directly after the events of Book 2, Undertow. It literally picks up from the boys getting into the truck to go home, after the events with the Kelpie. Yet, before reading this, I re-read Books 1, 2, and 2.5, and I'm glad I did. It meant that I was even happier to see the return of Michael and Victor, however briefly.
There's an elegance and vitality to Brooklyn Ray's writing. A visceral thing that lets you sink right into the bones of the character, through their POV, but also through their interactions with the other characters.
Yes, this book contains some serious elements - loss of a family member, wax/blood/pain play, D/s elements, violence/gore, and returns to the matter of domestic abuse that was mentioned in the previous book.
However, Ray writes these hard hitting topics with sympathy, no-holds-barred honesty, and a compassion that makes you feel for each of the characters affected.
Tyler and Donovan's relationship is quite volatile - rough behaviour, D/s elements, safewords, pushing the limits and verging on violent pain play. However, I love that we were introduced to the idea of this type of relationship in Book 2.5, Unbroken, where it felt natural to the new character, Michael. He was, in some ways, quite similar to Donovan, in that they were both quite emotionally vulnerable and yet demanding.
Tyler is aggressive and cold, distant and sometimes dismissive. Until he's with Donovan, and then he gradually exposes his gentle side, little by little. Their chemistry with each other is off the charts and so believable, despite my doubts from the previous book. I loved the way that Donovan was so invested, yet afraid to get any closer, afraid of being hurt by Tyler's potential rejection. At the same time, I loved the way that Tyler kept them within the boundaries of their relationship. He made sure they didn't step over the line, didn't break the trust between them.
It was great to see Michael and Victor back again. It really helped round off the end of their book, with a little bit of something more. Their aspect of the book really took my pleasantly by surprise. It changed everything, left us with a HUGE cliffhanger, and yet continued the plot of the series to perfectly. I can't wait for the next book, but I'm not tempting myself by reading the sneak peek until I know when the release date is. I don't have that kind of patience.
~
Favourite Quote
"Donovan threaded his hand through Tyler's hair and gripped. Tyler was good at this - he was good and everything. At kissing, at being a complete asshole, at making Donovan feel claimed and wanted, at turning pain into a playground, at intimacy and sex and magic. God, Donovan hated him. Goddamn, he loved him."
wildgurl's review against another edition
5.0
Predatory: Port Lewis Witches, Book 3
by Brooklyn Ray
due 6-23-2019
NineStar Press
4.5/5.0
#netgalley. #Predatory
Trigger warning: mature readers. Rough Sex. SM roleplay, hot wax play and extreme sex.
I am absolutely fascinated by Donovan and Tyler's sexual relationship and their open exploration of fantasy, erotica and desire. The sex is exciting and hot, but also respectful and safe. This series keeps getting better and I find myself totally invested in Donovan and Tyler. Both so opposite, yet so "familiar". The use of familiars is brilliantly done, adding dimension to the both of them and their sexuality. Their openness and willingness to learn and grow as a couple is refreshing.
I recommend this series to anyone interested in male to male erotica, or is looking for a fresh mystical story with bold sex play.
Thanks to NineStar and the author for sending this requested e-book ARC for review.
by Brooklyn Ray
due 6-23-2019
NineStar Press
4.5/5.0
#netgalley. #Predatory
Trigger warning: mature readers. Rough Sex. SM roleplay, hot wax play and extreme sex.
I am absolutely fascinated by Donovan and Tyler's sexual relationship and their open exploration of fantasy, erotica and desire. The sex is exciting and hot, but also respectful and safe. This series keeps getting better and I find myself totally invested in Donovan and Tyler. Both so opposite, yet so "familiar". The use of familiars is brilliantly done, adding dimension to the both of them and their sexuality. Their openness and willingness to learn and grow as a couple is refreshing.
I recommend this series to anyone interested in male to male erotica, or is looking for a fresh mystical story with bold sex play.
Thanks to NineStar and the author for sending this requested e-book ARC for review.
iam's review
4.5 stars
Predatory picks up pretty much immediately where Undertow ended, and while Donovan is the new POV character and thus opens up a whole new arc about his own magic and his relationship with Tyler, it's definitely not a standalone.
Content warnings include: sex on-page, BDSM (impact play, pain play, bodage), graphic injury (broken bones, bruising), mentions of: murder, drug abuse, death of a sibling, domestic violence (parent beating child.)
The Port Lewis Witches series's overall arc is getting more important. Victor and Michael from [b:Unbroken|41541534|Unbroken (Port Lewis Witches, #2.5)|Brooklyn Ray|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1552062566s/41541534.jpg|64809993] appear, and while their part isn't so big that you wouldn't understand it if you hadn't read that, I still strongly recommend the book!
I liked Donovan from the first time he appeared in [b:Darkling|37642899|Darkling (Port Lewis Witches, #1)|Brooklyn Ray|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1513808419s/37642899.jpg|58313999]. He's the youngest of the circle and struggling with his magic, mainly with the Were Leopard inside him. There's also a bit of uncertainty about his earth magic, but that was barely mentioned.
Despite the overarching plot, the main focus of the novella lies on Donovan and Tyler's relationship. The previous books have hinted at it being extremely toxic, which it wasn't, though it also wasn't entirely healthy.
They are kinky, and while they do have communication issues their kink is well negotiated with several safewords in place.
Overall I enjoyed them a lot as a couple.
The previous books in the seris have a bit of a world building problem, which wasn't really resolved in Predatory, but it's barely noticable anymore. I'm enjoying the setting a lot and each book establishes the setting more and more, though there still could be a bit more background information. Predatory does very well in this area, for example with Donovan going to his normal classes in one scene, and I loved seeing these witches and their culture in non-magical day-to-day life and situations!!!!
As usual, the frequent sex scenes were superbly written. There was quite a bit of angst around the main relationship and the plot and more, but it never got overwhelming.
I received an ARC and reviewed honestly & voluntarily!
Predatory picks up pretty much immediately where Undertow ended, and while Donovan is the new POV character and thus opens up a whole new arc about his own magic and his relationship with Tyler, it's definitely not a standalone.
Content warnings include: sex on-page, BDSM (impact play, pain play, bodage), graphic injury (broken bones, bruising), mentions of: murder, drug abuse, death of a sibling, domestic violence (parent beating child.)
The Port Lewis Witches series's overall arc is getting more important. Victor and Michael from [b:Unbroken|41541534|Unbroken (Port Lewis Witches, #2.5)|Brooklyn Ray|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1552062566s/41541534.jpg|64809993] appear, and while their part isn't so big that you wouldn't understand it if you hadn't read that, I still strongly recommend the book!
I liked Donovan from the first time he appeared in [b:Darkling|37642899|Darkling (Port Lewis Witches, #1)|Brooklyn Ray|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1513808419s/37642899.jpg|58313999]. He's the youngest of the circle and struggling with his magic, mainly with the Were Leopard inside him. There's also a bit of uncertainty about his earth magic, but that was barely mentioned.
Despite the overarching plot, the main focus of the novella lies on Donovan and Tyler's relationship. The previous books have hinted at it being extremely toxic, which it wasn't, though it also wasn't entirely healthy.
They are kinky, and while they do have communication issues their kink is well negotiated with several safewords in place.
Overall I enjoyed them a lot as a couple.
The previous books in the seris have a bit of a world building problem, which wasn't really resolved in Predatory, but it's barely noticable anymore. I'm enjoying the setting a lot and each book establishes the setting more and more, though there still could be a bit more background information. Predatory does very well in this area, for example with Donovan going to his normal classes in one scene, and I loved seeing these witches and their culture in non-magical day-to-day life and situations!!!!
As usual, the frequent sex scenes were superbly written. There was quite a bit of angst around the main relationship and the plot and more, but it never got overwhelming.
I received an ARC and reviewed honestly & voluntarily!
leahkarge's review against another edition
5.0
I received an early copy of this from the author, and holy heck, this series just keeps getting better and better, y'all.
nerdinthelibrary's review against another edition
1) Darkling
2) Undertow
2.5) Unbroken
content warnings: violence, child abuse, magical drug use, explicit sex, consensual pain during sex
representation: mlm protagonist, asian mlm main character, interracial m/m main relationship, trans mlm main character, gay main character of colour, m/m side interracial relationship, black sapphic side character, m/m minor relationship
I can't even express how hard you are all sleeping on this series! This is the third installment in the Port Lewis Witches series and follows Donovan, a wereleopard trying to deal with his magic, his fucked up relationship with Tyler, and the messy situation his circle mates have gotten them all into.
This book delivers on everything all the other ones did; great writing, fantastic atmosphere, hot, kinky sex, endearing characters, it's all still here! This is easily one of the most consistent series I've ever read and I could genuinely read ten more of these and never get bored.
I fucking loved Donovan and Tyler's relationship. You may not know this about me but I am a sucker for a good angsty romance, and these boys deliver. They're both full of so much angst individually and put together they're an angsty mess. But even with all that sweet, sweet angst, there are still several incredibly well-written, incredibly erotic sex scenes that are probably the least kinky of the series thus far, but are still super kinky.
I can't even express how much I love the constant explicit consent throughout the sex scenes that Brooklyn Ray writes. There's also frequent discussion of things like BDSM etiquette and just generally how to make sex not suck for the person you're with, and it makes my lil heart sing to see all of that in a witchy erotica new adult series.
I'm also loving the direction the plot in this series is going. The plot generally will take a backseat for the sexy times, but that doesn't mean that Brooklyn Ray is slacking off in that department. The trajectory of the plot is so interesting and I love how it manages to weave all the characters together in seemingly effortless ways. I will never get tired of the fun cameos that are littered throughout this series.
Honestly, this book was a perfect third entry in this series. I'm so glad I saw someone I'm following review the first book because otherwise there's no way I would've ever heard of this series, and my life would be much worse for it. If you want a quick, witchy, sexy read, then you should definitely pick up this series, you won't regret it.
I received this book for free from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
2) Undertow
2.5) Unbroken
content warnings: violence, child abuse, magical drug use, explicit sex, consensual pain during sex
representation: mlm protagonist, asian mlm main character, interracial m/m main relationship, trans mlm main character, gay main character of colour, m/m side interracial relationship, black sapphic side character, m/m minor relationship
“This was an endangered version of Tyler, a part of him Donovan only caught while they were alone together. He’d seen it when they were dancing, pressed close and breaking boundaries, heard it when Tyler called him baby, felt it in a smile hidden in Donovan’s neck after an edging session. [...] That smile—the one Tyler gave him, coy and loose—came from a place Donovan wished he could access whenever he wanted.”
I can't even express how hard you are all sleeping on this series! This is the third installment in the Port Lewis Witches series and follows Donovan, a wereleopard trying to deal with his magic, his fucked up relationship with Tyler, and the messy situation his circle mates have gotten them all into.
This book delivers on everything all the other ones did; great writing, fantastic atmosphere, hot, kinky sex, endearing characters, it's all still here! This is easily one of the most consistent series I've ever read and I could genuinely read ten more of these and never get bored.
I fucking loved Donovan and Tyler's relationship. You may not know this about me but I am a sucker for a good angsty romance, and these boys deliver. They're both full of so much angst individually and put together they're an angsty mess. But even with all that sweet, sweet angst, there are still several incredibly well-written, incredibly erotic sex scenes that are probably the least kinky of the series thus far, but are still super kinky.
I can't even express how much I love the constant explicit consent throughout the sex scenes that Brooklyn Ray writes. There's also frequent discussion of things like BDSM etiquette and just generally how to make sex not suck for the person you're with, and it makes my lil heart sing to see all of that in a witchy erotica new adult series.
I'm also loving the direction the plot in this series is going. The plot generally will take a backseat for the sexy times, but that doesn't mean that Brooklyn Ray is slacking off in that department. The trajectory of the plot is so interesting and I love how it manages to weave all the characters together in seemingly effortless ways. I will never get tired of the fun cameos that are littered throughout this series.
Honestly, this book was a perfect third entry in this series. I'm so glad I saw someone I'm following review the first book because otherwise there's no way I would've ever heard of this series, and my life would be much worse for it. If you want a quick, witchy, sexy read, then you should definitely pick up this series, you won't regret it.
I received this book for free from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
jjcrafts's review against another edition
5.0
This is the third novella in an NA contemporary fantasy series. Each book follows a new member of a circle of witches and every single time I pick up one of these books I think it can't possibly be as good as the last one and yet. It is. They are. They always are. The writing is heavy with atmosphere and magic. Each character we follow feels unique. The emotions are so real and I love that we see so much of all the previous characters because they're all together. Each book builds on the overall story but is a whole story in itself as it's based on the single characters journey. The series is so magical and so very queer and I can't wait to read the next one.
CW: explicit sex scenes
CW: explicit sex scenes
starshineprince's review
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
misssleepless's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Blood and Child abuse