Defender of the Pack

The Other Wolf

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Book Synopsis

I have a wolf in my head. Her name is Esme, and she likes killing things.

I’m Lucy, alpha werewolf of a pack that hates me. I inherited the pack when I mercy-killed the current alpha at his behest. I did the right thing, but it left me head of a werewolf pack who resent that I still live and breathe while their old alpha doesn't.

The problem is, I wasn’t born to The Other Realm so magic is all new to me. I’ve got to get up to speed – fast. Luckily, I have super soldier Greg Manners on side to help me, or this loneliness would be crippling.

My new packmates are making it clear that I’m about as welcome as a malodourous, flea-ridden mutt. Disrespect is one thing, bullying is another. I’m trying to take their pranks as lighthearted fun, but my gut tells me there’s no affection behind them. I’m going to have to find the pranksters and put a stop to their shenanigans before they erode what little shred of authority I have left. Because if the pack doesn’t respect me, I’ll be replaced as alpha. It’s a position you can’t resign from. It’s do or die.

It's time to get my paws dirty…

The Hook

I'm really excited about the book Defender of the Pack by Heather G. Harris, which is part of her Other Realm series. This particular book is a spinoff focusing on the bow werewolves, and I can't wait to dive deeper into the story,

One of the things I love about this series is that it's interconnected, so to fully appreciate the events and characters in Defender of the Pack, you'll want to read the previous books in a specific order. That way, you won't spoil any major plot points or character developments. It's like getting to experience the entire rich tapestry of this world as it unfolds.

As for my hopes for this particular book, I'm really rooting for Lucy to step up and embrace her role as the alpha leader her pack. From what I know of her character so far, she has the potential to be a fierce and formidable alpha, and I can't wait to see her growth and development in that regard.

Additionally, I'm hoping we'll get some resolution or at least progress on the mystery surrounding the murdering succubus that forced Jinx's friend to become a werewolf. That's such a compelling and tragic backstory, and I'm eager to see how it all unfolds and whether justice will be served.

Overall, I'm just thrilled to have another installment in this captivating world of werewolves, supernatural beings, and high-stakes adventures. Heather G. Harris has crafted a truly immersive and engaging series, and I can't wait to see where Defender of the Pack takes us next.

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Book Review

By Blogger:

Dee Szuba

While Defender of the Pack is a relatively short read, it serves as an important bridge connecting the other realm books to the main wolf book series. This novella acts as an essential transition point that helps set up future events and storylines. Even though it's a quicker page-turner, I wouldn't recommend skipping it, as it provides valuable context and character development.

My absolute favorite character has to be Lucy's wolf, Esme. Her constant misunderstanding of human idioms and metaphors never fails to amuse me. Whenever Lucy uses a common saying, you can count on Esme to take it literally and make a hilarious comment about it. Her unique perspective adds so much humor and heart to the book. I love her witty quips!

The dynamic between Lucy and Esme is one of the high points for me. They have such a cohesive, seamless relationship and bond. You can feel the deep trust and connection between them. Their partnership is what makes this a great entry point into the series. Seeing how in-sync they are as alphas and wolves provides an engaging introduction to this supernatural world.

Even though it's a shorter story, Defender of the Pack packs a punch with its important plot points and delightful characters like the lovable Esme. It's an integral read that readers definitely shouldn't overlook.

Book Spoilers

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I found Defender of the Pack to be a pretty safe read overall for most audiences. There's not a whole lot to be too concerned about in terms of overly mature content. The main things to be aware of are some mild adult language sprinkled throughout and instances of pranks being pulled on the lead character Lucy, which could be construed as bullying behavior. However, it never ventures into anything too extreme or graphic.

For the most part, the book focuses on pack dynamics, werewolf lore, and Lucy's journey to embrace her role as the alpha. The pranks from characters like Archie and his crew provide some conflict and obstacles for Lucy to overcome, but it's relatively tame in its depiction. Parents may want to consider the bullying elements if their children are particularly sensitive to those themes, but I didn't find it too over-the-top.

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My favorite part was definitely the ending when Lucy finally puts her foot down with Archie and stands up to his crew about the pranks. It was so satisfying to see her finally embrace her inner alpha strength, put on her proverbial "big girl pants," and kick some butt. She showed she's not going to tolerate that kind of disrespect anymore. Such an empowering moment!

Overall, while there are a few mild content considerations, I'd say Defender of the Pack is still a relatively safe, fun read for most werewolf fiction fans to enjoy.