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The Man Who Dealt in Death (The Colton Fen Series) by Marlena Frank – Review by Tausha Treadway

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Man Who Dealt in Death (The Colton Fen Series) by Marlena Frank. This is the first book I believe I’ve read by this author but will not be my last. I really enjoyed it. It’s the story of Colten who is a werewolf shifter dressed like a cowboy and he’s been hired by the Agency of Betterment of Supernatural Creatures. He’s ready to start to work but they insist he has a partner and he is totally against that. Rennick is half human, half vampire and after a rough start they begin to work together. They are sent out to investigate a missing persons and along the way they meet Mary. Mary is a very independent lady who decides to join in on the investigation. This book sucked me in and I totally lost track of time while reading. I can’t wait for the next book to read more about these incredible characters!

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The Man Who Dealt in Death (The Colton Fen Series) by Marlena Frank – Review by Ella Gleason

The Man Who Dealt in DeathThe Man Who Dealt in Death by Marlena Frank
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Man who dealt in death by Marlena Frank. This is the first book in the Colten Fen series. This book is a roller coaster and that’s an under statement. There are two very prominent main characters Colton and Rennick. We are introduced to the duo when Colton and Rennick are out on an assignment together. The pair are sent out to investigate a disappearance. This story is action packed and has a lot of amazing detailed fight scenes. We are also introduced to Mary who is a strong willed, independent woman, who can very much hold her own. Mary begins in on the investigation as well and is a great addition to the story. I would absolutely recommend this book again and again. Beautiful details and cohesive ideas.

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The Man Who Dealt in Death (The Colton Fen Series) by Marlena Frank – Review by Shannen Kern

The Man Who Dealt in DeathThe Man Who Dealt in Death by Marlena Frank
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was my first venture into this author’s work, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. The cover looked intriguing, so I took a shot and picked it up. It was absolutely marvelous! It is the first book in the Colten Fen series, and it really started off incredibly strong. I enjoy everything paranormal which made this werewolf detective story perfect for me! It felt like the author kept closer to the werewolf lore as well which gained quite the brownie points. The story flows flawlessly as the characters develop at a very natural pace. The setting is richly crafted as the author skillfully merges the eerie allure of the supernatural with the rugged reality of 1893. The descriptions are vivid, pulling readers into the strange world where the mundane collides with the magical in unsettling ways. The trio consist of Mary, Colten, and Rennick who complement each other well with their witty bantering and entertaining bickering. I highly recommend this book for anyone looking to immerse themselves in a world that is both familiar and astonishingly new. I am eagerly awaiting the next installment!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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The Man Who Dealt in Death (The Colton Fen Series) by Marlena Frank – Review by Naomi McDonald

The Man Who Dealt in DeathThe Man Who Dealt in Death by Marlena Frank
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

To my current recollection, this is the first book I’ve read by this author, so I went in with no expectations. Let me just tell you, I was sucked in from the beginning.

I loved that the werewolves in the story are closer to the actual werewolf lore, not just shifters. It’s rare to come across a book that follows more traditional lore with all the shifter/fated mates type stories that are out there. (Don’t get me wrong, I love a good shifter story, too).

In contrast to the more traditional werewolf, the vampire in the story had different vibes than you would expect. It took me a minute to adjust to the character. But all the characters were so well-written that you can’t help but appreciate them.

There’s a splash of romance that I hope develops a specific way as the series continues because the set up at the end of this book is perfect for it to go that direction. Keeping my fingers crossed!

Great story – suspense, action, danger, drama… it’s got everything to keep you turning the pages.

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The Man Who Dealt in Death (The Colton Fen Series) by Marlena Frank – Review by Brandy Rymer

The Man Who Dealt in DeathThe Man Who Dealt in Death by Marlena Frank
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Marlena Frank is such an amazing author; she brings this book to life with her dynamic characters. I loved following along with the unlikely pairing of Colton and Rennick along with the fieriness of Mary. This book does a great job of bringing out a fantastic world full of fantasy and western gunslinging fun. Who would have thought that a loner werewolf, Colton, pair well with a bloodsucking card shark like Rennick, yet it takes the partners to need one another to survive the evil happenings in Peridot. This book will have you on the edge of your seat at the action-packed, thrill ride this book takes you on. I am so excited to continue the Colton Fen series and to see what new adventures await our werewolf detective, as well as what kind of trouble awaits around the corner.
@Brandy Rymer
10/2024

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The Man Who Dealt in Death (The Colton Fen Series) by Marlena Frank – Review by Crystal Brehant

The Man Who Dealt in DeathThe Man Who Dealt in Death by Marlena Frank
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book seems to have so much wrapped into one story. You’ve got suspense, westerns, romance, mystery, paranormal and so much more. It has a little bit of intrigue for everyone. Colton, the main character, is such a likeable character. He is quite easy to love. The book keeps you entertained the whole way through. I don’t think I have read any books by this author before. I enjoyed this book enough to look out for future books!

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The Man Who Dealt in Death (The Colton Fen Series Book #1) by Marlena Frank – Review by Angela Hayes

The Man Who Dealt in DeathThe Man Who Dealt in Death by Marlena Frank
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

The Man Who Dealt in Death is the first book in the Colton Fen series by Marlena Frank. This is the first book that I have read by Ms. Frank, so I really didn’t know what I should expect from one of her stories, but to be honest I was hooked the moment I read ‘werewolf detective’. I couldn’t one-click the book quick enough, diving in the moment it landed on my Kindle.
This proved to be a cleverly woven paranormal mystery which is set in the ‘wild west’- melding several genres, flawlessly, into a captivating read. With supernatural elements, danger, dramatic developments, tension, intrigue, suspense, cowboys, gunslingers, vampires, werewolves, demons, action, adventure, investigation, politics, agendas, and more- made this a fantastic introduction to Ms. Frank’s work.
Colton Fen is a werewolf detective who is assigned a complex case to unravel the mystery surrounding the disappearance of numerous humans in the small, western town of Peridot. He is used to working alone, but his new boss deems it necessary to assign him a partner, who turns out to be a vampire. Um, yeah- vampires and werewolves are natural enemies…. so you guessed it, things get off to a bit of an awkward start, and it’s not long before danger comes calling, as something evil has its own agenda.
Looking forward to the rest of the series.
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Marlena Frank!

 

@angelahayes

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The Man Who Dealt in Death (The Colton Fen Series) by Marlena Frank – Review by Jenni Bishop

The Man Who Dealt in DeathThe Man Who Dealt in Death by Marlena Frank
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars
I recently heard a lot of good things about this author and decided to see for myself. I’m glad I did, because she is a great storyteller. “The Man Who Dealt in Death” is the first book in the paranormal series “The Colton Fen series.” It’s set in 1893 in the wild west town of Peridot, which is hiding a dangerous secret. The book is a unique blend of genres, and Marlena has done a fantastic job weaving them all together. The world she has created is fascinating. I enjoyed the three main characters and their adventures as they come together to stop the creature beneath the town. If you’re a fan of paranormal stories with werewolves, demons, cowboys, sharp-shooting actresses, and a touch of horror, danger, adventure, and suspense, then this book is for you. If her other books are as good as this one, then count me in!

 

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The Man Who Dealt in Death (The Colton Fen Series) by Marlena Frank – Review by Kerry Baker

The Man Who Dealt in DeathThe Man Who Dealt in Death by Marlena Frank
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When I started reading this book, I was expecting it to be quite a dark and intense fantasy story. And yet, what I got was much more entertaining and really pulled me in right from the word go. The characters are what this book is all about. The dynamic between the three of them was brilliant, but I also connected with each of them individually.
The story is jam packed full of intrigue, adventure and fantastic writing! It really did take me by surprise in the best possible way, which for me is worth 5 stars! I would highly recommend this book.

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The Man Who Dealt in Death (The Colton Fen Series) by Marlena Frank – Review by Shelly Kittell

The Man Who Dealt in DeathThe Man Who Dealt in Death by Marlena Frank
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book takes you on a wild adventure. I loved who it was both intriguing and also very engaging. I was riveted right from the start. What an awesome story. I love the supe stories and this a new twist for me. The characters were fascinating and relatable. It was a totally entertaining story. I would love to see some more.

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The Man Who Dealt in Death (The Colton Fen Series) by Marlena Frank

STORYGRAPH – The Man Who Dealt in Death (The Colton Fen Series) by Marlena Frank
Deep beneath the desert town of Peridot, something evil lurks.
Werewolf detective Colton Fen is used to strange mysteries, but when he arrives in Peridot on his latest assignment, he’s less than pleased to be assigned a partner. Rennick Dalton is a blood-drinking, illusion-wielding card shark who doesn’t have the best reputation. The two unlikely partners will have to put aside their differences if they hope to stop the horrible acts taking place beneath the streets of Peridot.
Together with the help of sharp-shooting actress Mary Silva, they’ll track the demonic creature that slithers beneath the desert. But the demon is waiting for them. It wants to turn them into one of its many disturbing minions – or add them to its grotesque collection.
Step into a dangerous and fantastic world set in the old west of 1893, where supernatural creatures and unexplainables live alongside cowboys and gunslingers. THE MAN WHO DEALT IN DEATH is book one of the COLTON FEN series.

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 Marlena Frank is the author of young adult fantasy and horror novels, short stories, novellas, and book series. Many of her books have hit the bestseller charts, including her debut novel, Stolen. Readers’ Favorite has praised several of her books with 5-star reviews. Reader’s House awarded her book, The Seeking, with the Editor’s Choice Award of Literary Excellence in May 2024. De Mode of Literature Magazine featured her in November 2021. Her stories have appeared in anthologies such as The Darkest Lullaby, Emporium of Superstition, Heroic Fantasy Quarterly, Georgia Gothic, and The Librarian Reshelved.

Although born in Tennessee, Marlena has spent most of her life in Georgia. She has various professional memberships, including the Atlanta chapter of the Horror Writers Association and the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association. She enjoys cosplaying, gaming, and spoiling her adopted cats. Her drink of choice is a dairy-free chai latte. As a wildlife enthusiast, she can share a plethora of weird animal facts and talk about her favorite cryptids.

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Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child Series) by Kristy Centeno – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz

Secrets of the Moon (Secrets of the Moon Saga, #1)Secrets of the Moon by Kristy Centeno
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Secrets of the Moon is a werewolf-fated mates story. The Rousseaus pack has just moved to Wolf Creek Hollow where there are rumors of an ancient wolf bloodline that may be able to rid one of their own of a bloodlust mutation. Kyran is the wolf member with this mutation and is working with his siblings to find a cure. They decide to enroll in the local college to fit in and try to get answers about who this person could be. Many packs are living in the area, but there is no mistaking that he believes he finds the one, she just also happens to be his mate and human. Wolves and humans don’t mate so he is confused about how this could be happening.

Marjorie, the young girl who grew up in this area, is trying to get back to normal life after a severe car accident with friends a year before. When meeting Kyran for the first time, she also feels this pull, but she doesn’t understand why. She starts to recognize many strange things start to happen around her. She is warned to stay away from this new family because of their “history”, but she just sees it as jealousy. She comes to also have a similar “mated” feeling with Kyran’s twin Alexis. As she navigates these awkward feelings, she learns the truth which she is having a hard time handling. Will she be able to trust them, what does this bond mean, and what does this mean for her future?
I thought the story was a little different compared to your normal werewolf tale. I liked the male characters, they were charming, honest, and a little scary, but protective and seemed to want to prove that they were worthy of being there. Marjorie, on the other hand, was an okay character. I feel there were times when she really needed to get over herself, especially when she had most of the answers in front of her. In addition, I thought the writing of the author was strange at times. I don’t know how to really explain it, but there seemed to be missing moments where I had to stop and think about why they weren’t talking about something or why they were talking about it at that moment. This is part one of the Chronicles of the Lost Clan series and the first book left many questions unanswered.

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Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child Series) by Kristy Centeno – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/197891717-secrets-of-the-moon” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Secrets of the Moon” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1696266192l/197891717._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/197891717-secrets-of-the-moon”>Secrets of the Moon</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6580510.Kristy_Centeno”>Kristy Centeno</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6411423272″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
Marjorie’s life has gone off the rails a bit and it started with an accident. She carries major guilt and has lost the trust of her parents. She goes about her life and keeps her head down until a new boy, Kyran, arrives at her school. They have a magnetic attraction that Marjorie can’t explain. Kyran tries to keep his distance due to the curse he has on him. It could also sever the last strings holding the twins relationship together. Marjorie may be the key to everything but at what cost? I enjoyed this book and the characters and look forward to reading more from this author.
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Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child Series) by Kristy Centeno – Review by Hannah Porter

Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child)Secrets of the Moon by Kristy Centeno
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first time enjoying work from this talented author, Kristy Centeno.
I love the cover. The artwork is sooo beautiful! It really reels you in especially if you love supernatural weres. Even though the cover drew me in, the writing is what made me stay. The author has a way with words that will not only keep you on your toes but also will keep you wanting more and more. This book has a little of everything you’d want and ten times more. With paranormal/supernatural creatures, mates, werewolf/ shifters,chemistry, action, danger, intense emotions, and secrets. Speaking of which, Man Marjorie life just keeps getting turned upside down. But boy does this make for some good drama 😂 I can’t wait to read more of the series and more of the author’s other works. They look just as good as this one was.

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Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child Series) by Kristy Centeno – Review by Melissa Saxton

Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child)Secrets of the Moon by Kristy Centeno
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

https://www.bookbub.com/reviews/23389… is the boring friend never doing anything to push limits or misbehave until one night on Deadman curve when a giant mistake was made and a absolutely tragic car accident changes everyone’s lives forever.
Marjorie is consumed by guilt and cannot move past the accident that permanently disfigured her best friend and her parents won’t trust her at all.
Everything seems status quo until a new wold walks into Marjories school, except she knows nothing about who or what he is and why everyone challenges him at every step, she can only feel the absolutely undeniable chemistry between them.
Kiran however harbors many of his own secrets, secrets which could tear him apart with Marjorie now in his sights.
This is a one pov account of mates, shifters, Paranormal and a touch of romance. The chemistry with Kryan and Marjorie is not to be ignored , can they stay together in the end? Or will forces beyond their control tear the. Apart
Read on to find out!

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Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child Series) by Kristy Centeno – Review by Donya Pedigo

Secrets of the MoonSecrets of the Moon by Kristy Centeno
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a YA paranormal book, the first in the Chronicles of the Lost Child Series by Kristy Centeno. Within these pages there is mystery, romance, secrets, curses, rivalries, and oh so much more.

Marjorie’s life was turned upside down one fateful night when she and her friends crashed her vehicle. The aftermath of that night really weighs heavily on her as she tries to move on, but is finding that hard to do. Enter new student Kyran, who is immediately drawn to Marjorie and her to him. Although Kyran knows he can’t be with her, he wants to imagine it for a bit and get to know her. This is where it really gets interesting! What would you do if both you and your twin were fated mates to the same person? This and so much more is what Kyran faces in this wonderful take on mates. If you are like me, you will read this book and want to know what happens next to these interesting characters.

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Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child Series) by Kristy Centeno – Review by Shannen Kern

Secrets of the MoonSecrets of the Moon by Kristy Centeno
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was drawn to this book by the gorgeous cover, and once I read the synopsis knew I had to pick it up! I enjoyed that this was a little longer than most of the books I’ve read lately as I typically feel that it ends too soon. The stories in the paranormal & young adult romance genre can blend together and feel a little ‘been there done that,’ but the author really found some unique perspective to add here! The chemistry between Marjorie and Kyran is undeniable, and the tension kept me on the edge of my seat the whole way through. I am now pulling up other books by this author because I need more of her writing in my life! I did not see some of the twists coming and loved every turn I was thrown. If you are looking for an amazing YA romance with a strong dose of the paranormal, look no further because this is your next read!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child Series) by Kristy Centeno – Review by Jennifer Reimer

Secrets of the Moon (Secrets of the Moon Saga, #1)Secrets of the Moon by Kristy Centeno
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was an absolute must read, I really enjoyed the aspect of the whole romance fantasy mixed in together. This book grabbed me from the beginning, and I couldn’t stop till I read the whole thing.it was very engaging and packed with so much from one page to the next. It was very hard to put it down, I really felt like I was really in the story it was so well written that I feel lie I was there with the characters and watching everything happen. It had everything from romance, werewolves, danger, action, suspense, and so much more, it was so gripping. The characters were so amazingly written hat I felt like I really know who each and everyone of them were. The back stories on each were something that I really enjoyed learning. This book was incredible I really enjoyed it and can’t wait for the next one.

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Secrets of the Moon ( Chronicles of the Lost Child Series ) by Kristy Centeno – Review by Caralee Loonat

Secrets of the MoonSecrets of the Moon by Kristy Centeno
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really love finding new authors as well as a new series. I absolutely love werewolf romances and this definitely hit the spot. I like how the author is able to bring the characters to life and grab the reader by the shirt tales. I really was unable to put this book down. The author is able to weave a story and has a unique twist to it. It was definitely a breath of fresh air for me. The romance is evened out with a bit of drama. The characters are also very relatable and well written. I felt as though I was right there with them and look forward to seeing how this series unfolds. I will definitely be reading more from this author and series in the future.

Reviewed by @caraleeloonat
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Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child Series) by Kristy Centeno – Review by Kerry Carr

Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child)Secrets of the Moon by Kristy Centeno
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this paranormal romance. It had elements that I love from warewolves, fated mates, along with secets,curses and danger that kept me gripped.
This is a unique story in the sense that the fated mates have a added complication of twins, as well as one of the twins being cursed. Is Marjorie really a fated mate to both of the brothers or just one?
With Kyran being cursed is she the one to cure him?
The author does an amazing job with the characters and I love how we get an insight into what they both are thinking and feeling. This really made the characters come alive for me. I could feel the connection and pull that Kyran and Marjorie have towards each other without Marjorie understanding why, I could feel Kyran’s pain as he struggles to deal with the curse that could cause fatal consequences to those around him and I felt every ounce of guilt and regret that Marjorie feels after one incident almost cost the lives of her and her friends.
There are so many secrets and lies that need to be unravelled and exposed and with a mystery person stalking Marjorie things take a dangerous turn.
I thought that Marjorie and Kyran would end up as fully fated mates but the author has left that up in the air. Will she be with Kyran or his twin brother Alexis?
I really enjoyed this story and I can’t wait for the next book to see what happens to them and how the story unfolds.

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Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child Series) by Kristy Centeno – Review by Tausha Treadway

Secrets of the MoonSecrets of the Moon by Kristy Centeno
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child Series) by Kristy Centeno . This is a great 1st book to the Chronicles of the Lost Child series. I can’t wait to read the next one. Its the story of Marjorie who was in a really bad car accident that severely injured herself and several of her friends. Several months later Marjorie is still haunted by the accident because she was behind the wheel and because it left on of her best friends in a wheelchair. She beats herself up daily and on top of that her family has been put thru the ringer financially and they don’t let her forget it. When Kyran Rousseau walks onto her school campus she is smitten. He’s gorgeous and everyone on campus is enthralled by him. Marjorie is especially drawn to Kyran but so is everyone else. Marjorie is so intuitive and can tell that Kyran is full of secrets and so is his family. Kyran knows Marjorie is his mate but with his mood swings and erratic behavior Marjorie isn’t sure about him. Not realizing she is in imminent danger Kyran will protect at every cost! This is a great werewolf love story. Can’t wait to read the next one.

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Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child Series) by Kristy Centeno – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

Secrets of the MoonSecrets of the Moon by Kristy Centeno
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Secrets of the Moon is a YA paranormal story full of drama, danger, suspense, action, secrets, lies, romance, and werewolves. The storyline is exquisitely written with vivid scene descriptions that pull you in and fully immerse you into the story. The characters are real, raw, multi-faceted, and intriguing. From the first few pages I became completely engrossed with the story and it kept my attention until the end. The story starts off with Marjorie who has been in a car accident that left her, and her friends severely injured. Thirteen months later she is still feeling guilt over the accident but has forged forward which is a testament to her strength and resilience. When Kyran arrives in town Marjorie is attracted to him, but his constant mood swings and broody attitude has her wondering if he is mutually interested in her. Kyran knows Marjorie is his mate but is unable to pursue her due to a genetic defect. He does feel the need to protect her from the threat and imminent danger that she is in. Can these two ever have a future together? A great read that leaves me anxious to read the next book.

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Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child Series) by Kristy Centeno – Review by Finn Cunningham

Secrets of the Moon (Secrets of the Moon Saga, #1)Secrets of the Moon by Kristy Centeno
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Secrets of The Moon is book one in the Chronicles of the Lost Child series by Kristy Centeno. I have always been a fan of anything paranormal and/or fantasy, so of course I picked this up as soon as I found it. Overall, I loved Kristy’s ability to put you right there in the settings with the characters, and I loved the characters themselves so much. This book is definitely slow going sometimes, but wholeheartedly worth the read. I don’t believe I’ve had the pleasure of reading Kristy’s work previously, but I’ll definitely be checking out more from her, as well as book two as soon as I can find it!

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Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child Series Book #1) by Kristy Centeno – Review by Angela Hayes

Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child)Secrets of the Moon by Kristy Centeno
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

Secrets of the Moon is the first instalment in the Chronicles of the Lost Child series by Kristy Centeno. As I have loved everything I have read by this author, so far, there was never any question of whether I would be reading this book or not. I snapped up a copy the moment I saw it had been released, and then jumped right in the instant it hit my Kindle. I am always so excited to begin exploring Ms. Centeno’s work- and this was no exception.
Because I love Ms. Centeno’s books, I had really high expectations going into this story, as her previous books have been amazing — so I was really excited to see what lay in store for us here.
Again, as with her other books, this is a highly original and exciting paranormal romantic suspense, with werewolves/shifters, adventure, action, danger, intrigue, mystery, dramatic developments, violence, agendas, interesting lore & legends, and palpable emotion.
This was an engaging story, and Ms. Centeno managed to pack so much between the covers of this book- making for a very gripping read. She hooked me right from the word go- and I didn’t come up for air till I had read every last word.
Ms. Centeno has written such an engrossing, detailed, and wonderfully dynamic story- that I was completely caught up in all the developments. She had me avidly reading the whole way through, as the story is very original, creative, and imaginative.
The characters have been crafted into fully realised individuals with their own unique personalities, quirks, and flaws. They really brought the whole story to life and added so much more depth and ‘flavour’ to the whole ‘adventure’. But there were moments where I wanted to scream and shake them as the angsty push-pull ramped up the further into the story I got. It was so frustrating, and at times it felt like ‘manufactured drama’. Going into the book I thought that Marjorie and Kyran would come through in the end as (fully) fated mates, but everything is still up in the air- with her having a ‘bond’ with both twins. I got to the end and will now have to wait to find out what fate has in store for Marjorie, Alexis, and Kyran – so the next book can’t get here quick enough. #teamKyran
I did have issues with this book that I don’t remember encountering in her previous books. Little things that distracted me or pulled me out of the storyline- to the point where I would re-read passages to confirm what I had read. Things such as a few contradictions/conflicting information, editing issues where some sentences were missing words, or sentences didn’t make sense. I felt like the editing/Beta-reading process let Ms. Centeno down just a little. But luckily these issues didn’t detract from my over-all enjoyment of the story – but now I need the next book STAT lol.
If you love paranormal romances with gripping & suspenseful storylines, intriguing characters, original lore & legends- then you will definitely want to dive into this series.
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Kristy Centeno!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child Series) by Kristy Centeno – Review by Lisa Helmick

Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child)Secrets of the Moon by Kristy Centeno
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

So I grabbed this because I have read other stories by this author and loved them. This was sadly did not fall into that category for me. It is long..like really long and gives daily details that are somewhat unnecessary to the overall storyline.

The story is told in a way that keeps the reader as well as the main female lead in the dark. Doling out bits n pieces here and there but not really answering questions and always falling back into the relationship between the three. Even when the story is told from Kyran side nothing is revealed as he keeps secrets very well and not even his inner thoughts tell on him. The last half of the book we get a lot of action and movement from all the characters which is exciting but that ending just smashed it for me.

Overall this one reminds me a lot of Twilight series. Set in a college atmosphere, her family leaves her alone, back and forth interest between 3 parties and a werewolf clan who moved in to town. The beginning easily drew me in and the last portion is thrilling. There is a definite connection between the three that is as confusing to me as it is to them. Then after almost 500 pages there is no conclusion…very frustrating.

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Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child Series) by Kristy Centeno – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh

<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/205576473-secrets-of-the-moon” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1708560879l/205576473._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/205576473-secrets-of-the-moon”>Secrets of the Moon</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6580510.Kristy_Centeno”>Kristy Centeno</a><br/>
My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6404296301″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
A new Author to me, and I think I can say that I will certainly be reading more.<br />This is a YA/NA PAranormal Romance that has its share of angst, drama and suspense.<br />The characters are well written and they continue to develop through the story. <br />The world building is done in a way that you can follow the web of the story without any confusion.<br />We meet and follow Marjorie who is always heading into the unknown, running headlong into things she may be better staying away from and Kyran, a brooding and dark lead with many secrets, and as these secrets come to light they weave a more intricate story that keeps you turning the pages.<br />If you are a fan of YA/NA then this is certainly worth reading.<br />
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Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child Series) by Kristy Centeno – Review by Emily H

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Marjorie emery was acting like a typical teenage girl when her life was abruptly changed, months later she is still struggling to act like her old self. When Kyran Rousseau arrives in her town she feels a link to him that is unmatched with anything she has ever felt before but for some reason Kyran is nice one moment and then distant in other moments.

Kyran knows Marjorie is his mate but as a twin and the son with a genetic defect he knows that he cannot pursue his mate. The pull is strong though and there is a threat that is coming that has everyone trying to protect Marjorie who is struggling with the secrets that are unfolding around her.

This was great, what a uniquely different shifter story. I was pulled in right away, found Kyran a bit broody and had a darker charismatic vibe in the story. Marjorie was a girl who I definitely wanted to know more about. I definitely want more for this series. So many complex plot points I want to see how they pan out.

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Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child Series) by Kristy Centeno – Review by Kristin Boutelle

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The pull of this story has brought me in from the beginning. The way the book is written is very well done and flows really well, especially between all the characters. I like how each family interacts with their respective families. Overall, it’s a very good read especially when you want to escape from the busyness of everyday life.

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Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child Series) by Kristy Centeno – Review by Deb Robinson

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Marjorie’s life changed the day an accident happened on Dead Man’s Curve. Wolf Creek Hollow is where she lives on a farm with her father and stepmother. She was a typical teenager pushing limits like everyone else, when one day a new boy showed up at school. She is enticed by his smell and she has no idea why. Sparks fly but will the truth of who he really is push her to walk away. The tension in this book will have riveted to the pages. Excited to read the next book.

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Secrets of the Moon (Chronicles of the Lost Child Series) by Kristy Centeno – Review by Kasandra Nunez

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

From the first few pages this author had me hooked. This is a great paranormal YA read. The charachters are so well developed and follow the story well with plenty of action, drama, and romance. Kept me reading and on my toes!

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