Nights Embrace - Others of Seattle; Book 1 by Brandy Rivers

I admit it. I have a major weakness for shape shifter stories. What can I say? It's my favorite branch of the paranormal books. Sometimes I indulge in a little daydreaming where I can shift my shape and run in a forest or fly. So when I downloaded my copy of this book, I couldn't resist taking a peak. That peak turned into serious reading. I fell asleep with the book in my lap with only thirty pages left. I went right back to the story first thing the next morning, bypassing everything I usually do in the morning.

Rivers has outdone herself again. Nights Embrace is a perfect stepping stone to enlarge the world she created with her Others of Edenton series. Roxana Nights is the lead singer of her band, Nights Embrace. Arriving late to warm up for their show, she catches the tail end of the previous band's final set. The lead singer's voice wraps her up in everything that pushes all the right buttons. That's okay, because she's caught his attention too. Too bad she's sworn off musicians.

Unfortunately, Roxy comes with baggage. Her ex is the drummer in her band and can't seem to understand it's over with them. She can't seem to help herself. Every time Jordan screws up, she's right there to help pick up the pieces. Mike, her guitar player is caught in the middle between his sister and his long time friend. Still trying to look out for his sister, he's unwilling to turn his back on Jordan.

Trevor Malone, lead signer of Lunar Storm knew he'd found his mate as soon as he saw Roxy. Now he needs to find her again and convince her of that. What follows is a fun tale of cat and mouse as Roxy fights her feelings for Trevor. Of course, there's more going on than even Roxy knows. Trevor suspects Roxy may have a bit of Other in her, but can't seem to figure it out. Something is going on with Jordan besides assorted addictions. If what Trevor suspects is true, he may know someone who can help.

Someone is out to get Roxy. She doesn't know who or why, but things escalate quickly. Trevor has waited just a little too long to share vitally important information and his secret is outed by an old foe. Challenges and surprises for Roxy she never could have imagined.

I absolutely loved this story. I was absorbed from the very first page. She has seamlessly expanded her Others series to a new city, yet has brought characters from Edenton into play. Her characters are so well written. I love that they aren't perfect. Jordan has addictions to deal with as well as a major reality check. Roxy has been hurt so much she doesn't think she'll ever trust again. And waiting in the wings (though not for very long) are people about to bring serious trouble and a world of hurt into Roxy's and Trevor's life.

I was gifted a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. As much as I want to give this book 5 stars, I am unable to due to a couple of missed errors. 4 stars

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