Book: Fractured Bonds by Lyra Mishon
Reviewed by Booksbystarlightandshadows
Rating: 3/5
This was a page turner and a quick read but given there is only one book left, there still seems to be so many plotlines going on that are nowhere near resolved. Alaric's dodgy dad, Raven's also dodgy dad, the creepy principal's weird magic scan, and the also very shifty Kitsune research. I did like Raven's relationship with Fig which was cute but how she was so clueless about Glynda's sudden Fae research was beyond me!
Zane as always is my stand out; his creative nicknames, his constant barging in and general revenge plots always drew my attention whenever he was on page. I'm still enraged about the Christmas tree from the last book but I'm glad it got a mention. I'm a little over possessive Maverick although I was surprised his big plotline happened all off page and it wasn't used as a more of a pack bonding moment to support him. Rasmus felt like he was just there this time round; I am here for the tension between him and Zane but it doesn't seem to be going anywhere. Kai also disappeared for quite a lot of the book considering his rescue took up such a big part of the plot. I like the bonds all evolving at different times but I was hoping he'd have become more involved in the pack dynamic at this point. It still feels like they are all separate rather than a pack.
Which leaves us with Alaric; the ice prince who I still think is hiding a heart of gold under there. As much as he was reluctant to bond, I have zero doubt he would do anything to keep Raven and his mother safe. Has he been harsh? Yes. Could he have chosen a better way to keep his distance? Also yes. But I have a feeling after that cliffhanger that it was 100% the right choice to keep Raven as far away from his dad as possible.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
My interpretation of the star system;
3 stars - I enjoyed it; would read the author again
4 stars - I really liked it; I am invested and definitely want more from this author/series
5 stars - I loved it; I engaged with this book completely until I finished it and it is one I will re-read