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Contrary Instincts (2014)

by Ava Penn(Favorite Author)

2.92 of 5 Votes: 3

languge

English

genre

Romance

publisher

M/M Romance Group @ Goodreads

review 1: I rather enjoyed this story. We have love and some angst. Lyle is Dustyn's older brother. They have always been close and had a special connection. Lyle is the only Cathach in his family. The 'warrior', the one who fights evil. Cathach's usually are bonded quickly to an Anamlia. But there is only one Anamlia he wants to be claimed by, his brother Dustyn. He knows it is wrong, that his family wouldn't understand or approve. But he would rather be consumed by the darkness and die, then choose another.Dustyn, who also has special feelings for his brother, does his best to run away from them. Unlike his brother, he doesn't need a Cathach to survive. Anamliaes can live by themselves. They are the ones who 'heal' the Cathach's after their battle. Anamliaes are allow... moreed to accept or reject Cathach's. To be bonded means life. Both of the brothers are doing what they think is best. When Dustyn runs away from home, Lyle is the only one that runs after him. They are pulled together, strong as fate. Dustyn has to decide in the end if he is willing to bond with Lyle or let him die. He didn't truly understand how far Lyle is willing to protect and love his brother.
review 2: Fantasy setting brocest. I liked the world building and would be interested to see it developed further and get the full backstory on Dustyn and Lyle. Good symbiosis between the characters make this strong. One quibble, why is this relationship forbidden? In fact, the one character interaction regarding this matter makes no judgment at all. Inference, but no definitive statement. I story doesn't give a reason, merely relies on our present morays which is odd for a fantasy based story. I like fantasy and scifi because it can break the rules. Tell me why. Entertaining, but leaves one hungry. less

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