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How to Howl at the Moon by Eli Easton
4.0

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“I don’t dislike you,” he said firmly. “O—kay. That’s good.” “I’m not sure what you’re up to, but I don’t think you’re a terrible person.” Tim felt a trickle of annoyance. “Wow. I’m flattered. Can I use you as a future reference?”

I got tired of writing reviews for a bit (still am, let’s be honest), so this one is about 10 days late. I still have the general impression and my book safety notes, but not too many other thoughts, lol. I read book 2 in the series first and I thought that was absolutely fantastic. This one was good too, but I definitely prefer the second one.

Having the hottest guy in town talking to him made Tim feel like he’d won a temporary visa to leave his pathetic life for a single night, like Cinderella.

It’s a little bit difficult to review, because a huge part of the plot that is the basis for the connection between the MCs (which is also humorous), is something I probably wouldn’t forgive someone for doing. There’s also a meddling mother who is supposed to be endearing and funny I suppose, but personally I wanted to throw her into a snake pit and leave her there.

The book was still charming and cute, and definitely entertaining, and I was glad there was a bit of a groveling situation going on near the end. I can’t bear it when someone messes up (intentionally or not), without having to work for the forgiveness.

Also, the entire premise of the series is so cool and endearing. 3.5 stars rounded up.

He was like a mistreated junkyard dog snarling at anyone who approached, but at the same time wanting kindness so bad he ached with it.

⬇️ Blanket spoiler warning ⬇️

⚠️ Tropes & tags ⚠️
Law enforcement
Dog shifter
Shifter/human
Tall and gangly
Bisexual awakening
Enemies to lovers
Deception
Slow burn

⚠️ Content warning ⚠️
Explicit sexual content
Mentions of domestic abuse (past, off page)
Mentions of child abuse (past, off page)

⚠️Book safety ⚠️
Cheating: No
OM/OW drama: No
Third-act breakup: Yes
POV: 3rd person, dual POV
Genre: Shifter romance, M/M
Strict roles or versatile: Versatile
MCs age: 31 and 23

This would be more like the fantasies he had of being held down and fucked by a real man. Not cruelly, but covering him with confidence and assurance, like a big blanket that kept him safe and also, conveniently, unlike all but the most cleverly manufactured blankets, stimulated his prostate.