Review: Interesting Plot - Love Mackenzie
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 09 14, 2013
*I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*The Tempering is a new adult paranormal romance that begins with an innocent walk home from a football game. I love the fact that the heroine is studying mythology at Harvard. That's what drew me to this book in the first place. How ironic to have to give up your dreams because the very things you were studying as mythology are actually real, and you are now one of them.Mackenzie is a very strong female protagonist. She's had a difficult life growing up with an apathetic mother and criminal father. She has dreams for her future that include studying mythology, though fate decides she should live it instead. After Mackenzie is attacked and changed, she's left to fend for herself. Afraid she'll hurt someone on the night of the full moon, she hides out in the wilderness only to wake up with no memory of her time as a wolf. She goes on the run, where she meets Margret and is brought to live with a werewolf pack in Montana.There are two romantic interests in this story. Geoff was born a werewolf and has complete control over his shifting. He admits that he wishes to get to know Mackenzie and perhaps pursue a lifelong relationship, but pack politics are always coming between them. Liam is accidentally turned by Mackenzie on her first full moon in Montana. Though Liam hates Mackenzie for turning him, that changes once he shifts the first time only to realize the lack of control he has in wolf form. Liam and Mackenzie have an undeniable attraction to each other, though Mackenzie still harbors feelings for Geoff even though a relationship would be difficult.The plot is fast paced and a quick read. I enjoyed the story and the interactions between the characters. Other than Mackenzie, none of the characters are developed as much as I would've liked. Since this is a series, perhaps they'll get their turns in the next segment. The mystery surrounding Margret and her plans is intriguing. The ending is almost more of a beginning than an end. Some questions are answered, but that just creates more.I recommend The Tempering to everyone ages 17+ that enjoys a fast paced paranormal romance with a strong female protagonist. It will be interesting to see where Adrianne James takes this intriguing story.You can find this review and many more at [...]