Review: Long-awaited Sequel
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 09 1, 2013
The characters of Ancient Awakenings are back, with new paranormal support.  Rhodes End deputy Mel Petersen is still in love with Steve Zoriak who in turn continues to work on finding a formula to cure him of the DNA-mutated blood-craving disease he accidentally contracted.  Now, however, Steve has a new ally in his search:  Cole Benedict, Protector of the local pack of werewolves.A long-awaited sequel.  It's good to renew the acquaintance of old characters, although they are still caught in the throes of the same problems.  Unlike most sequels introducing new characters, this one has Steve and Mel still very prominent, playing almost as important roles as they did in Ancient Awakenings.  The new romance between Cole and Lily reflects the feelings between Steve and Mel, as does, in a way, Cole's hunt for the rogue werewolf versus the sheriff's search for Lily's stalker.This story is as well-written as its predecessor, with good characterization and enough backstory to fill new readers in on what's happened before. It's tense and entertaining and--without giving any spoilers--I'll say there's a bittersweet ending as well as an opening for more.This novel was supplied by the author and no remuneration was involved in its review.