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Beneath a Blue Moon (Crescent City Wolf Pack Book 2) By Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Laura Furuta

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Beneath a Blue Moon (Crescent City Wolf Pack, #2)Beneath a Blue Moon by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Beneath a Blue Moon (Crescent City Wolf Pack Book 2)
By: Carrie Pulkinen
5 out of 5 stars

The story Beneath a Blue Moon (Crescent City Wolf Pack Book 2) by Carrie Pulkinen is a paranormal romance book. It is the second story in a series and l loved reading it just as much as the first one. It draws you in from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had read the final page. I loved reading about the characters of Chase Beauchamp and Rain Connolly. Chase is a man/wolf who loves his pack and his family. He plays an important role in the pack and is always there to help his Alpha. Chase also doesn’t care for witches, doesn’t trust them. How is it then that when he meets Rain he is so affected by her? Why does he feel like he can trust her? Rain is a woman who is beautiful, strong, independent, and a witch without magic. She is feisty, compassionate, and kind. She wants to break the curse that holds her powers, that makes her an outcast. That chance seems to have appeared when she meets Chase. She is also finding herself with an attraction to him. He makes her feel alive. That these two share a connection is undeniable. When they are in a room together the sparks and energy are evident. The feelings/emotions that these two have for each other is strong. Will they be able to overcome the past and find happiness together? Will Rain finally be able to regain her magic? What does their future hold? Will they get an HEA? Read this story to find out. You can feel the passion that Chase and Rain feel for each other. There are some steamy scenes included in this story that have the temperature in the room rising. I found myself growing to love the characters of Chase and Rain with each chapter that I read. I found myself cheering them along and wanting them to find happiness together. Chase is protective of Rain and she of him. I also enjoyed reading about the other characters in the story. Some of them I recognized as they had been brought forward from the first book. This is a story that is amazing and one I would highly recommend reading.

Review by @dory7205

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Beneath a Blue Moon (Crescent City, #2) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Kaitlynn Taylor

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Beneath a Blue Moon (Crescent City Wolf Pack, #2)Beneath a Blue Moon by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Beneath a Blue Moon- Carrie Pulkinen

5-stars

“Our hearts are bound because we’re meant to spend forever together.”

“Some forever’s aren’t that long.”

Beneath a Blue Moon by Carrie Pulkinen is a must-read paranormal book! It’s the second book in the Crescent City Wolf Pack series and is my favourite book by this author. It’s intense, steamy, dramatic, action-packed and highly entertaining. From the first chapter I was able to jump right in, I was so captivated by both Chase and Rain that I read their story in one sitting as I couldn’t bring myself to put it down. And now that I’ve finished it I find myself wanting to read it all over again.

I would suggest reading book 1 first, as this way most of the character introductions will have already be done. Plus, the first book, Werewolves Only, is well worth a read. I can’t wait to continue this series with book 3 once released.

I would recommend this book and series to anyone looking for their next paranormal read!

 

Review by @kaitreview21

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Beneath a Blue Moon (Crescent City Wolf Pack Book 2) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review By Anastasia Dodson

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Beneath a Blue Moon (Crescent City Wolf Pack, #2)Beneath a Blue Moon by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Beneath a Blue Moon
(Crescent City Wolf Pack #2)
By Carrie Pulkinen
5 Stars

This is the second book in the Crescent City Wolf Pack but can be read as a stand-alone with no problem. I am happy to say that I really did like this one. A lot. It was an even better story than book one and I felt like I connected with it more.
The main characters in this book are Chase and Rain. Chase is a were who hates witch’s and Rain is a witch who is cursed. Chase is charged with the task of handling the wedding cake for his Alphas wedding and who knew a task like that would end up with him finding his mate. They get off to such a bumpy start and I honestly wanted to SMACK them both. But I loved the chemistry between the two even when they wanted to deny it.
I would recommend this book to a friend!
Review by Anastasia D.

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Beneath A Blue Moon ( Crescent City Wolf Pack Series Book #2) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Angela Hayes

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Beneath a Blue Moon (Crescent City Wolf Pack, #2)Beneath a Blue Moon by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

“He’s a smokin’ hot werewolf whose kisses make me feel like a fireworks display with a very short fuse.”

Beneath A Blue Moon is the spellbinding second instalment in the Crescent City Wolf Pack series by Carrie Pulkinen. It could be read as a standalone, but seriously, do yourself a real favour and read book one! You really won’t regret it!
I am so in LOVE with this series- I adore everything about it- the brilliant writing, the wonderfully captivating storylines, and the fantastic characters (yes, even the ‘badies’- because the story wouldn’t be the same without them). I didn’t expect going into the first book that I would love it as much as I did, so going into this one I did have pretty high expectations and I was somewhat sceptical as to whether Ms. Pulkinen could deliver another book that would enthrall me as much as the first- but what I found between the covers of Beneath A Blue Moon is so much better than anything I could have imagined. I truly love both books so much, but I have to say that this one has etched itself into my heart just a little deeper than the first!
It is a great paranormal romance- with shifters/werewolves, witches, the supernatural, mystery, suspense, danger, action, murder, drama, secrets, shocking discoveries, and emotion. As with the first book, the story unfolds against the vibrant and mystical backdrop of New Orleans.
Rain Connelly is fairly new to town, opening a bakery called Spellbound Sweets. She’s a witch who had her powers bound and has spent the past seven years looking for a way to get them back. Owning a bakery has always been one of her dreams and she hopes that she can make it a successful venture. But things aren’t going as well as she hoped, having invested all her funds into getting the bakery up and running, she really needs it to start bringing in customers and making money- or she will be forced to close the doors on her dream. When the Alpha werewolf and his fiancée are looking for a bakery to make their wedding cake, Rain wants to win them over and secure the job, as it would be a much-needed boost for her fledgling business. But when the groom arrives with his seriously sexy and completely aggravating second in command, instead of his bride- things don’t go as smoothly as she’d like. In fact, her lack of filter may have just cost her the job.
Chase Beauchamp is the second in command of the Crescent City Pack (we got to meet him in Book #1) and a good friend of Luke, the Alpha. He’s incredibly loyal to the pack and his family. They mean the world to him and he’d do anything for them. But his past experiences have left him with an aversion to witches- yeah, he pretty much can’t stand them. So, when he’s obliged to join Luke on a cake tasting session, he’s really not impressed to discover the bakery belongs to a witch. When he meets Rain for the first time, he’s taken aback by how much he is drawn to her. But witches can’t be trusted- can they? Plus, he feels that there is something she’s hiding- and he makes it his mission to discover what it is. As strange things begin to happen, he can’t help feeling protective of her and being anywhere near her causes their chemistry to sizzle.
When bodies begin to pile up and the past comes looking for revenge- will these two survive long enough to find out what fate has in store for them. What happens when Chase discovers her secret? Will he understand, or will his mistrust and hatred of witches cloud his reasoning? Will she take the chance to break the curse that binds her magic, or will she sacrifice everything to save the ones she loves?
As with the first book, this story is quite gripping and suspenseful- with a bit of a ‘mystery’ to try to unravel. There are also some funny moments- witty quips, banter and antics that made me smile/laugh. The chemistry between Rain and Chase was palpable, and there were some very steamy moments to be had between these two! Ms. Pulkinen built the tension and the intrigue superbly. I was hanging on her every word and I definitely had my heart in my mouth for the last few chapters- HOLY MOLEY!!!
Book #3 can’t come quickly enough for my liking!!!! I can’t wait to read Alexis and Bryce’s story… I think it’s going to be epic!!!

Thank you, Ms. Pulkinen!

Review by @angelahayes
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Werewolves Only (Crescent City Wolf Pack, #1) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Tracy Manderson

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Werewolves Only (Crescent City Wolf Pack, #1)Werewolves Only by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Werewolves Only (Crescent City Wolf Pack, #1) by Carrie Pulkinen
4 out of 5 stars

Werewolves only is the first book in the Crescent City Wolf pack and the first book by this author that I have read by this author. The characters are great with lit quirks that make them seem real. The plot was great and the description this author gave you a great that I was able to see the scenes in my head.
Detective Macey Carpenter has been on the trail of a vicious attacker for weeks, with nothing more than a vague description of a red-eyed man to go on. She has no clue she’s hunting demons, and if the evidence doesn’t stop disappearing, she’ll never solve the case.
Before Luke Mason can become alpha of the Crescent City Wolf Pack, he has to end the French Quarter’s demon infestation and keep the police from discovering the truth. But when he falls head over tail for the feisty detective investigating the crimes, supernatural secrets aren’t the only things at stake.
But the Wolf pack has rules/laws will Luke break them For Macey because he has to mate with another werewolf or he’ll sacrifice his position as alpha. But as heat builds between the pair, he discovers Macey has a few secrets of her own. She may hold the key to ridding New Orleans of its demons, but his feelings for her could tear the pack apart.
This was a great read and I’m getting ready Beneath the blue moon book two in this series….
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Tracy

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Werewolves Only (Crescent City Wolf Pack #1) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Heather Bahm

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Werewolves Only (Crescent City Wolf Pack, #1)Werewolves Only by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Werewolves Only, the first book of the Crescent City Wolf Pack, by Carrie Pulkinen is a paranormal romance. This story immediately takes you into the suspense the author has added and builds upon it throughout the book. Luke and Macey are characters that are drawn towards one another despite their stances to handle differently. The dynamic the author has created between these two and even how it impacts other characters was steadily handled within the story. I felt the pace was consistent, not rushed or too slow, but just the right speed to keep me engaged from start to end. This was a good start to kick off the series while introducing some interesting secondary characters I hope to read in subsequent stories.

Reviewed by @hbahm

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Werewolves Only (Crescent City Wolf Pack, #1) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Werewolves Only (Crescent City Wolf Pack, #1)Werewolves Only by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Werewolves Only (Crescent City Wolf Pack Book 1) by Carrie Pulkinen is a shifter, supernatural, paranormal thriller, with some steamy romance. ​I enjoyed the story line of where werewolves versus demons filled with mystery and drama, action and tension. With ​multiple victims telling the same story, just who and what are they chasing? Will they be able to work together to track and kill the evil that is haunting their city and keep those they love safe? It is an intriguing and engaging story that keeps you on your toes with the many twists.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Werewolves Only (Crescent City Wolf Pack #1) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Sarah Oakes

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Werewolves Only (Crescent City Wolf Pack, #1)Werewolves Only by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A great read about danger. the French Quarter has been struck by a series of mysterious rapes and attacks. Hot on the trail is Detective Macey Carpenter, who uses special abilities to solve crimes. When she meets werewolf Luke Mason at a bar, she thinks it is just a date. But events beyond their control unite them as the attacks continue. Will they be able to stop the attacker before it’s too late?
A great read. Well developed plot with twists and turns that I just couldn’t put down. Well developed characters like Macey standing up for herself but avoiding a broken heart or Luke jovial personality but kind nature underneath.
I loved the visual detail throughout the novel like the storm and trees or the garden or swamp full of natural imagery to make the world around them seem spectacular. Or the use of scents and sounds as if you were actually there which was beautifully written.
I loved the use of fantasy with the werewolves as a big family with their own rules and laws existing the real world. The use of different powers and variety of mystical creatures from fantasy was spellbinding each time and a lovely addition to the novel.
The mix with realism of crime scenes and morgues was beautifully done and made for a captivating read. Overall, a great read and I would give it five stars.

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Werewolves Only (Crescent City Wolf Pack Series Book #1) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Angela Hayes

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5 Stars

 

“The pack did its best to keep peace in the supernatural community and to keep their existence a secret from the humans. Psychics and witches may have found a way to coexist…exposing some of their powers to the mundane…but there was no way in hell people would be as accepting of a predatory species like his. He had to stop Macey from learning anything about the demons…and especially the werewolves. Keeping tabs on the sexy detective proved a nice bonus…”

 

Werewolves Only is the first book in the Crescent City Wolf Pack series by Carrie Pulkinen. It is a great paranormal romance- with shifters/werewolves, demons, supernatural elements, mystery, suspense, action, police investigation, and plenty of drama- all set against the vibrant and mystical backdrop of New Orleans.

Ms. Pulkinen is a ‘new-to-me’ author that I will definitely be reading much more of in the future. The story surprised me, because initially I thought it was a bit slow to start with, but I found that after a couple of chapters I was completely hooked and eagerly read the rest of the book. I had to find what happens and whether they figure everything out.

The story is told from several points of view, which I really appreciated, because it really gave the story much more complexity, and depth- and gave me so much more to contemplate.

The characters are interesting and well developed. I loved Luke and Macey!! I was cheering them on right from the get-go! There was a lot more to them, and the story, than meets the eye.

The story is quite suspenseful, with a real ‘mystery’ to try to unravel. There are funny moment- with witty quips/banter that made me smile. Then there were quite gruesome scenes that really ramped up the intensity of the story. Ms. Pulkinen effortlessly describes what was happening in the story, painting a picture in my mind, and making it more like ‘watching’ everything play out, instead of merely reading along.

I can’t wait to see what book two has in store for me!

 

Thank you, Ms. Pulkinen!