There were a few unconventional aspects in this book that I found interesting. First, this books portrayal of lycanthropy is much more in line with old-school werewolves that are monstrous beasts that stand on two legs than the currently popular shifters that change into large wolves. Second, it was refreshing that the first bedroom scene featured a female acting in the dominant role.
What I Didn’t Really Like:
With Marcus, the male protagonist, being a detective and the book starting out with some unsolved crimes, I thought the book might have the feel of a mystery novel. However, the discovery of the perpetrators and their motives felt a little too easy. Also, the representation of werewolves is a bit darker than I expected with the discussion of whether intentional hunting humans is an acceptable practice. It felt slightly undeveloped for being the underpinning point of controversy that came up repeatedly.
Overall:
I very much enjoyed the first half of the book, but felt slightly unfulfilled by the ending. As this is labeled as the first book in The Night series, I am curious to see where the next book is supposed to pick up. Maybe it’s not really the end for Grace and Marcus.
* I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.*
