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The Wolf at the Door
by Charlie Adhara
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
2.5 / 5 ⭐️'ˢ
"The Wolf at the Door" by Charlie Adhara
📕 Edition: Audiobook
A promising start with room for Improvement in this paranormal romance novel that delves into the intriguing world of werewolves, government agencies, and the complexities of trust and partnership. While the premise of the story shows great promise, my reading experience left me with mixed feelings.
One of the notable drawbacks of the book was the narration style. I found it hard to immerse myself in the story due to a lack of differentiation between characters in the audiobook version I listened to. The narration often felt monotonous, making it challenging to distinguish between the protagonist, Agent Cooper Dayton, and his new partner, Oliver Park. This lack of vocal distinction hindered my ability to fully connect with the characters and their interactions, making it difficult to become fully engrossed in the story.
Additionally, the pacing of the story left something to be desired. The first half of the book felt slow and somewhat uneventful, making it a struggle to maintain my interest. However, I was pleased to find that the story gained momentum in the second half, with the plot becoming more engaging and the mysteries unraveling at a more satisfying pace. This shift in pace and increased tension redeemed the story to some extent.
Despite these criticisms, I appreciate the author's take on the shifter genre and the intricate world-building. The concept of a werewolf oversight organization and the partnership between Cooper and Park offered a fresh perspective in the paranormal romance genre.
I will be giving the second book in the series a chance, hoping to see growth in both storytelling and character development.
"The Wolf at the Door" by Charlie Adhara
📕 Edition: Audiobook
A promising start with room for Improvement in this paranormal romance novel that delves into the intriguing world of werewolves, government agencies, and the complexities of trust and partnership. While the premise of the story shows great promise, my reading experience left me with mixed feelings.
One of the notable drawbacks of the book was the narration style. I found it hard to immerse myself in the story due to a lack of differentiation between characters in the audiobook version I listened to. The narration often felt monotonous, making it challenging to distinguish between the protagonist, Agent Cooper Dayton, and his new partner, Oliver Park. This lack of vocal distinction hindered my ability to fully connect with the characters and their interactions, making it difficult to become fully engrossed in the story.
Additionally, the pacing of the story left something to be desired. The first half of the book felt slow and somewhat uneventful, making it a struggle to maintain my interest. However, I was pleased to find that the story gained momentum in the second half, with the plot becoming more engaging and the mysteries unraveling at a more satisfying pace. This shift in pace and increased tension redeemed the story to some extent.
Despite these criticisms, I appreciate the author's take on the shifter genre and the intricate world-building. The concept of a werewolf oversight organization and the partnership between Cooper and Park offered a fresh perspective in the paranormal romance genre.
I will be giving the second book in the series a chance, hoping to see growth in both storytelling and character development.