Review: Great Beginning to this New Spin-Off Series
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 02 16, 2013
I was so excited when I saw that this was to be Mal's book.  After being introduced to Tible the Gargoyle in Gus' book, I was so curious to find out what came of the gargoyle who came to help them.  And then there is the semi-regular character, Bobbie who was mentioned in a few books in conjunction with Lyle.I should stop by explaining that, though this is a new series, in a way that's a misnomer because its really a spin off from the Wolves of Stoney Ridge series and seems to be meant for the paranormals that don't quite fit into the wolf community such as the gargoyles and the vampires that live nearby.As to this story, it begins with the human, Bobby, being attacked by muggers and a mysterious rescuer who saves him, but won't show his face.  The mysterious hero does asking him out to dinner.  Bobby is in a relationship- albeit a relationship that he wants to end because things just aren't working out with Seth who chooses to let his friends beat up on Bobby.  Bobby tells Mallgwen that he will break things off with his boyfriend and then go out with him.Mallgwen is a gargoyle and knows that Bobby is his mate, but he also knows that Bobby knows nothing about the existence of paranormals so he wants to take it slow.  Taking it slow includes not letting Bobby see him until he thinks the human is ready for the shock of a gargoyle's appearance.Their first date takes place with Bobby never seeing Mallgwen, but still enjoying the gargoyle's company.  But it is later that night when Bobby seeks to avoid Seth that he gets a crash course into the world of paranormals when he accidentally comes upon Tible his friend in gargoyle form.Now Mal's plans are all moved forward and he has the task of getting Bobby to accept him and all that it involves even while outside dangers await them too.As usual, I really enjoy these light paranormal romances with their dash of action.  This was a good solid start to this spin-off series.  I look forward to more gargoyle action and maybe some of what might comes with the vampires.  And I'm very intrigued by Bobby's ex, Seth.I can recommend this new series, but I strongly suggest beginning with the Wolves of Stoney Ridge series or at the very least Gustav's Gargoyle Adventure.