Peter Ramsey is a human and a doctor in training, all things that his mate, alpha wolfhound Phoenix, despises. Though Phoenix loves him, Peter thinks something is wrong, especially when he and Phoenix can hardly spend any time together thanks to Peter's work and schooling. If Phoenix decided he didn't want him, Peter wouldn't be able to survive it.
Phoenix doesn't understand humans. Even after mating with Peter, he still distrusts them, especially scientists and doctors. The only human he does like is his mate, and even then, Phoenix worries that Peter might not want to live the dangerous life that comes with being mated to a wolfhound.
When humans and rogue wolfhounds attack the pack, Phoenix loses control of the vicious animal within him for he first time in years. His nightmare comes to life as that bloodthirsty animal comes face to face with the man he loves. The man who cannot defend himself should Phoenix attack.
Phoenix doesn't understand humans. Even after mating with Peter, he still distrusts them, especially scientists and doctors. The only human he does like is his mate, and even then, Phoenix worries that Peter might not want to live the dangerous life that comes with being mated to a wolfhound.
When humans and rogue wolfhounds attack the pack, Phoenix loses control of the vicious animal within him for he first time in years. His nightmare comes to life as that bloodthirsty animal comes face to face with the man he loves. The man who cannot defend himself should Phoenix attack.
Title: Monster Alpha (Rogue Wolfhounds #7)
Author/s: Marcy Jacks
Publisher: Siren Publishing Inc.
Publication Date: December 5, 2015
ISBN: 9781632598561
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Maria's Rating: ★★★★★
Author/s: Marcy Jacks
Publisher: Siren Publishing Inc.
Publication Date: December 5, 2015
ISBN: 9781632598561
Buy it from Siren Bookstrand
Maria's Rating: ★★★★★
I waited all week for this book, and I wasn’t disappointed. After the sixth book, I was looking forward to reading more about Phoenix and Peter and their adjustment to their lives as mates.
This will sound all wrong, but I love the miscommunication between them. It’s very realistic, especially considering Phoenix’s past experience with humans. He’s very guarded even against Peter, and it makes him more sympathetic and much easier to relate to. His uncertainty is adorable; he’s so convinced that Peter doesn’t want him despite being already told otherwise. His struggle to come to terms with his feelings and the fear of not being good enough is… oddly sweet, especially for a man (wolfhound) as tough and as powerful as he is. He’s undoubtedly the alpha in their relationship, but his moments of self-doubt make him almost too fragile.
I really like Peter. He has a certain manner of conducting himself that makes him the perfect match for Phoenix. His love for Phoenix is given, but he tries to strike a balance by not being so clingy, as he puts it. Like Phoenix, he’s scared that Phoenix doesn’t want him, but he still makes an effort to reach out. Granted, he’s not always doing a very good job of expressing himself and how much he really loves Phoenix, but he keeps trying.
Despite their weak communication, there’s something about Peter and Phoenix’s relationship that makes it work. I think it has to do with the fact that they genuinely care for one another, despite their struggle at saying just how much. Reading about how they gradually come around and finally say what they have to is beautiful, because you know that they took great pains to get to that point.
I specifically love the part where Peter coaxes Phoenix to shift from wolfhound to human. Peter is rightfully terrified, of course, but when it's done and over you realize just how sweet it really is. That it's Peter who can compel Phoenix to return to his senses and shift back from his wolfhound form is a great demonstration of just deep the bond is between them. Considering Phoenix's history with human doctors, the scenario delivers a very powerful evidence of just how far he and Peter have come as mates.
Overall, this was a very good read. It’s a slow, agonizing burn watching Phoenix and Peter fumble with their words, but the knowledge that they’re actually so into each other makes it all worth it. One thing I really would have liked to see was Phoenix finally setting Peter apart from other humans, but I guess it’s a start that he’s able to keep his bloodlust and not harm his mate even in wolfhound form. Nevertheless, it doesn’t keep the book from telling a wonderful story. This is definitely one of my favorites from this series.
Five solid stars.
This will sound all wrong, but I love the miscommunication between them. It’s very realistic, especially considering Phoenix’s past experience with humans. He’s very guarded even against Peter, and it makes him more sympathetic and much easier to relate to. His uncertainty is adorable; he’s so convinced that Peter doesn’t want him despite being already told otherwise. His struggle to come to terms with his feelings and the fear of not being good enough is… oddly sweet, especially for a man (wolfhound) as tough and as powerful as he is. He’s undoubtedly the alpha in their relationship, but his moments of self-doubt make him almost too fragile.
I really like Peter. He has a certain manner of conducting himself that makes him the perfect match for Phoenix. His love for Phoenix is given, but he tries to strike a balance by not being so clingy, as he puts it. Like Phoenix, he’s scared that Phoenix doesn’t want him, but he still makes an effort to reach out. Granted, he’s not always doing a very good job of expressing himself and how much he really loves Phoenix, but he keeps trying.
Despite their weak communication, there’s something about Peter and Phoenix’s relationship that makes it work. I think it has to do with the fact that they genuinely care for one another, despite their struggle at saying just how much. Reading about how they gradually come around and finally say what they have to is beautiful, because you know that they took great pains to get to that point.
I specifically love the part where Peter coaxes Phoenix to shift from wolfhound to human. Peter is rightfully terrified, of course, but when it's done and over you realize just how sweet it really is. That it's Peter who can compel Phoenix to return to his senses and shift back from his wolfhound form is a great demonstration of just deep the bond is between them. Considering Phoenix's history with human doctors, the scenario delivers a very powerful evidence of just how far he and Peter have come as mates.
Overall, this was a very good read. It’s a slow, agonizing burn watching Phoenix and Peter fumble with their words, but the knowledge that they’re actually so into each other makes it all worth it. One thing I really would have liked to see was Phoenix finally setting Peter apart from other humans, but I guess it’s a start that he’s able to keep his bloodlust and not harm his mate even in wolfhound form. Nevertheless, it doesn’t keep the book from telling a wonderful story. This is definitely one of my favorites from this series.
Five solid stars.
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