Caught in the fallout of a rare disease, and members of opposing packs, Zander and Marrokโs future as fated mates hangs in the balance.
Alexander Kingston wasnโt destined to lead the East Territory pack, but fate had other ideas. Becoming the next Alpha in his dead brotherโs place and managing his fatherโs expectations is a challenge, one thatโs only getting harder with time. When his father, the Alpha is reluctant to accept outside assistance when one of their own is afflicted with a deadly blood disorder, Zander must take a stand against his father or lose another pack member to The Slow Death.
Marrok Blain is part of the North Territory pack. With his unique knowledge of The Slow Death, the debilitating progressive disorder that slowly kills with every shift, he offers help, knowing heโll be met with resistance from his friendโs pack. What he doesnโt expect is the overwhelming pull to the stubborn yet undeniably gorgeous son of the East Territory Alpha.
Four packs coexisting with rising tensions, and a genetic disorder that reminds them of the common thread that connects them all. Zander and Marrok are the key to an uneasy alliance, or all the packs will suffer. Especially Zander, who discovers heโs got one more deadly fight to face.
Anne on Drops of Ink wrote:"A new take on the whole shifters cummituny storytelling, as these two amazing authorโs weave a tale totally different then what we are used to." 5 stars
Maggie on Maggie Blackbird wrote:This new series already has me hooked with its detailed worldbuilding, interesting characters, and intriguing plot. I liked the way this first book tied up plot threads, yet left more dangling for the series, and a feeling that Zander and Marrokโs fight has only just begun.
I loved the set up of four packs not really trusting each other, yet needing to work together. The slow death is a clever idea, using the werewolvesโ physiology against themselves. I wondered if Zander and Marrokโs friend would survive, and although I guessed what was going on with Zander, I do wonder if that particular plot thread is tied up as neatly as it seems to be.
I thought Zanderโs feeling that heโs the second-best substitute for his late brother came across well, and I loved how heโs determined to be the best alpha for his pack. I liked how he cares about people, and isnโt as hung up about rules like his father. Marrockโs very driven, and I liked how thereโs a bit of alpha in him through his grandfather. Iโm wondering if that will develop into more as the story progresses. I liked Zander and Marrockโs connection and guessed they were fated mates very early on, although they needed to grow some clues. I liked how they became friends as well as mates.
Iโm already hanging out for more, wondering whatโs really going on with the other packs. I donโt trust Martin either, and the way he hangs around Marrock. Iโd like to see more of Grady too. Heโs a strong character, and Iโd like to know more about the rare blood type, especially as TSD is a blood disorder.
5 out of 5 stars.
Faye on MM Bookworm Reviews wrote:"The chemistry between the two main characters was hot. How these two felt about each other was a big leap off the page. And their sexual encounters were a great addition to the story that helped the charactersโ budding relationship blossom.
The main conflict of requiring a donor from the Western pack who stay to themselves was also a great addition to the novel. Zanderโs handling of this problem was, again, a great way to grow his character.
I recommend you give this novel a purchase. You wonโt be disappointed. The writing is strong, the romance is steamy, and the suspense is the right amount without being over the top."
Taylin on Love Bytes wrote:A great story for a HEA.
#fatedmates #insta-reconnection #dualpovs #sexyscenes #4stars
"...This is the first novel in the Four Packs trilogy and is a scene setter with an arc. While this specific arc concludes, threads remain for future endeavors. I found The Slow Death to be a well-written, organized story with some steamy bits. And while I maintained a mildly fluctuating heart rate throughout, it was a good foundation for everything to come."
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