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Dead Wolf (2012)

by Tim O'Rourke(Favorite Author)

4.64 of 5 Votes: 1

languge

English

genre

Paranormal Fantasy

publisher

Ravenwoodgreys

series

Kiera Hudson Series Two

review 1: 'Dead Wolf (Keira Hudson Series Two, Book 5)' draws the reader in from the very beginning, especially for those of you who have followed this series, as it picks up from where we left off in 'Dead Seth (Keira Hudson Series Two, Book 4)'. However, for those readers that are not familiar with the Keira Hudson series yet, the beginning of this novel is well-explained, easy to follow and provides the background knowledge that is needed to follow the story.As a fan of the series, I would urge those readers that haven't already done so, to read the entire Keira Hudson series for the stories of each of the characters. This is because they all have their own story to tell in-between the main focus of their adventure and these stories are written from each characters point of view.... more It is amazing how Tim O'Rourke places himself in the mindset of each of his characters and describes every emotion that they are feeling intensely.So, 'Dead Wolf' is told mostly from Murphy's point of view. However, it does begin from Keira's, after she has found out a great deal about Jack Seth's history and about herself. Keira is still at a crossroads when it comes to choices and the information she has learned will not make her choice any easier to make, if she makes one at all. Keira and her friends are in a world that has been 'pushed' from the one that they knew before, there are statues that appear to be sending them signs and, without making a decision, it is highly possible that Keira herself will turn to stone. The only lead they seem to have at the moment between the world they knew and this new 'pushed' version is that of a mystery photographer who has managed somehow to go from one world to the other, leaving photographs for some of them to find.Meanwhile, Murphy, Kayla and Sam have an ordeal of their own in Chapter 2. This chapter really excited me due to its intensity, passion, action, violence and gore. There are moments where I found myself cringing, but loving every word. I truly feel alive as I visualise every movement as if I am there when reading this series, and this scene was no exception. My heart is racing as I am hoping for a positive outcome. I worry for the characters and long to be of assistance. The reader is completely gripped as the story then moves on.Shortly after, 'Dead Wolf' becomes Murphy's story, as he narrates his history of family, friends, relationships and his career. Murphy's story throughout is full of emotion. The reader finds out how Murphy became a police officer, how he feels about the Vampyrus and Lycanthrope, who has touched his heart and, on a lighter note, why he wears his beloved slippers! Although Murphy's story is emotionally intense as it is full of sorrow, lies, deceipt, betrayal there are also some lighter moments and I found myself laugh out loud on a few occasions.The emotional rollercoaster that Murphy has been on does not seem that different in one way than that of Jack Seth's. They have both seen their fair share of deceipt and lies and they have both lost people that are dear to them. They are two sides of the same coin in one way: they have both been through great ordeals, they both care about family, they have both been deceived. However, one is Vampyrus and the other Lycanthrope. They are possible enemies under most circumstances.Tim O'Rourke always brings something new and fresh to each instalment of the series. 'Dead Wolf' introduces the reader to different characters that have played parts in Murphy's life, such as his mother, Pen, Chloe, Marc, Steve and Annie. We are also made aware of how much Rom, a character from earlier in the series, has supported Murphy and helped him with his career and his ordeal. It was lovely to read this book as it was snowing out of my window, as was the setting for some scenes in 'Dead Wolf'. This assisted me even moreso (not that it needed to whatsoever) to relate to the scenery in the story. We are taken on a scenic journey as well as an emotional adventure in regard to the scenery, as always with this series, as we go deep in the caves at The Hollows to the forest and the lake.The end of this novel is written from Keira's point of view, which I feel wraps it up really nicely and brings us back to the here and now with Keira and her friends. The reader has travelled a long journey with Murphy, but then returned to the present situation that the characters are in. Will they find the photographer? Will Keira turn to stone? How are Potter and Keira going to be with each other? Will they all return to the world they once knew as their reality/home?The next instalment is 'Dead Water (Keira Hudson Series Two, Book 6) which should be out soon! I really cannot wait to see where the characters will go from here, on their next adventure, to try and get their lives back on track.
review 2: They say the road to hell is paved with good intentions. Jack Seth puts in his two cents worth which has the ring of truth to it and Kiera is scrambling to validate his confession. This book is mainly about Murphy's past and gives us an insight into his motivations and the reasons for all the secrets that he has been harboring. Told from both Murphy's and Kiera's POV at times, it establishes the ties that bind them together which go much deeper than I originally thought. Potter has the uncanny knack of being the "naughty boy with his hand in the cookie jar" yet again. Still you can't help but want to forgive him but whether Kiera will is yet another story waiting to be told. I did want to read more about Potter and Kiera's relationship but I am told the next book will address those things and closure is forthcoming. I am still keeping my fingers crossed for their "happily ever after" but who knows as Tim has constantly surprised and challenged me with his story lines to date and while I may not always agree, I do respect his choices and it is always a captivating read though be warned, you may need to walk on the dark side for awhile to embrace this series.I do sympathize with Kiera as she is such a likable character having survived so much and struggled to retain who she is in light of all the secrets that have been kept from her with the standard excuse being given that it is "always for her own good." It kind of reminds me of all those television police shows that say "Do you promise to tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth." Kiera may need to look at getting her friends and loved ones to sign a stat deck in the future for her peace of mind and understandable trust issues. Well done Tim and I am really looking forward to reading the next one in this series.The only reason I gave this four stars and not 5 is that I must confess I missed reading about Kiera's and Potter's snarky repartee in this book but all good things come to those who wait. less

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