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Liked It1 of 1 members found this review helpful “Overall, the plot, world building and characters are very compelling although there are one or two elements that grate on the nerves. |
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“A sorcerer has moved into the Tri-cities area, and is causing trouble: the demon-controlling magic user is inciting violence by his mere presence. What’s worse, he’s a vampire, too. When Mercedes Thompson’s friends start disappearing, she has to step in to stop the monster – once and for all!
Norman H wrote this review 3 weeks ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
”1 of 1 members found this review helpful“Overall, the plot, world building and characters are very compelling although there are one or two elements that grate on the nerves.
Lauren B wrote this review Wednesday, April 10, 2013. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Lets get these out of the way first. To begin with, the religious overtones are becoming more and more irritating. They were quite subtle in book #1 but become more overt in Blood Bound, and while I have great respect for people of faith and have my own beliefs, I dislike being preached to and Urban Fantasy is not an appropriate genre for espousing the Christian faith or anti-abortion rhetoric.
Moreover, the misogynistic facets are annoying. Yes, the werewolves are a patriarchal society and a woman's rank is determined by that of her mate but Mercy's attitude toward the women in the pack is not much better. On the surface, she seems to criticize and reject the chauvinistic elements but underneath it all is an implied acceptance of it. She has no female friends either within or without the pack and takes on a condescending and elitist tone when relating to other female characters, especially Honey. She also seems to enjoy the dominance of the male wolves and to accept the potential for submissiveness.
Nevertheless, Blood Bound is an entertaining book and the dynamics between the various supernatural groups and characters are very intriguing. Mercy is intelligent and likable enough although she is not as kick-ass as I would like (she definitely suffers in comparison to Kate Daniels). Her chemistry with Adam, the pack alpha, is one of the highlights of the story although I could do without the love quadrangle with Samuel and now Stefan (ick!)
The plot surrounding a demon possessed sorcerer who is also a rogue vampire makes for exciting reading. The insight into vampire culture, their strengths and weaknesses adds an extra layer to the world building as does the new information on pack politics.
All in all, the Mercy Thompson series has potential despite its shortfalls and I am interested enough in the world and the characters to continue. ”
“4 Stars”
Kris wrote this review Monday, April 8, 2013. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Pretty good series, reminds me of Harry Dresmond series.”
CuriousGIS wrote this review Tuesday, April 2, 2013. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“So far it has been really amazing how none of her books have been disappointing and it just makes me want to read more :)”
Lefroggy wrote this review Thursday, March 21, 2013. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Excellent. 3 guys, lots of action, and a woman in charge”
lightheaded wrote this review Thursday, February 21, 2013. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Native American shape-shifters, Italian vampires, demon-riding sorcerers, and oh yeah, lots and lots of werewolves. What's not to like? The second installment in the Mercy Thompson series begins when Mercy agrees to help Stephen, her vampire friend, investigate a strange new made vampire who's been causing trouble. Before she knows it she's embroiled deeply in her local vampire politics. Just why do vampires fear Walkers so much?
Bethany B wrote this review Wednesday, January 16, 2013. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
This book is stupid fun. Not exactly literature, but a good enough read for a cold winter night. ”“I've yet to read anything by Briggs that I didn't love. This book is no exception. The Mercy Thompson series, in general, is brilliantly written and highly entertaining. "Moon Called" introduced us to Mercy and her world. "Blood Bound" picks up the story, showing us that Briggs definitely knows how to write vampires. No glittery skin, no weeping angst ... just good, ol' fashioned creepy with a side of cool. There are no downsides to this book. You'll find everything you could ask for in an urban fantasy series: action, magic, fantastical beings, clever writing, and a taste of romance.”
Strange Bedfellows wrote this review Tuesday, January 15, 2013. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“Loved it.”
Sarah Parker wrote this review Saturday, November 24, 2012. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Mercy is caught up again with group politics, but this time it's vampires. Someone is trying to turn sorcerers into vampires with demon controls. A good and quick little read with plenty of entertainment.”
nuclearblonde wrote this review Saturday, November 17, 2012. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
