Hunter's Prey (Bloodhounds, #2)

Jan 12, 2013 Kelly rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: ebooks, steampunk, 2012-favorites, read-in-2012, read-in-2013

Oh.mi.gawd. Now, I'm not one to usually fawn over fictional characters... no, wait. That's my evil, non-obsessive twin. The one with the goatee and pointy eyebrows. *I'm* totally a fawner. A fall in love with the brawny Alpha type of girl. A sucker for the tormented hero. A lover of all things sexy. In short, Hunter hits all my shifter-lovin' kinks. His torment is epic. His feral attraction to Ophelia is both incredibly hot and incredibly sweet. His drive to protect those around him - especially...more

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Apr 09, 2012 Jess the Romanceaholic rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012-read, steam-level-hot, historical-experienced-heroine, historical-working-woman, western-romance, steampunk, paranormal-romance, vampires, tortured-hero, prostitute, fated-to-be-mated, kindle-lendable

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I’m a huge fan of the Moira Rogers writing team in general, and an even bigger fan of this series specifically. A bewitching blend of magic, Wild West, steampunk, and some hot, hot lovin’, the world that they’ve created is absolutely captivating.

Ophelia is an intriguing character, unapologetic about her history and practical when it comes to every day matters, and yet, still rather tender-hearted, which I really enjoye...more

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Apr 08, 2012 Crystal ♥ RBtWBC rated it 4 of 5 stars

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Hunter’s Prey is the follow-up to Moira Roger’s fantastical Wilder’s Mate and the second novel in their western paranormal series with a steampunk twist, the Bloodhounds.

Hunter has survived being caged and forcibly turned into a bloodhound by vampires but can he make it through his first new moon as a free man? For a bloodhound the new moon means three days of an insatiable sexual appetite and if those carnal needs aren’t being fulfilled Hunter will go mad. Ophelia, Satira’s friend (Wilder’s Ma...more Hunter’s Prey is the follow-up to Moira Roger’s fantastical Wilder’s Mate and the second novel in their western paranormal series with a steampunk twist, the Bloodhounds.

Hunter has survived being caged and forcibly turned into a bloodhound by vampires but can he make it through his first new moon as a free man? For a bloodhound the new moon means three days of an insatiable sexual appetite and if those carnal needs aren’t being fulfilled Hunter will go mad. Ophelia, Satira’s friend (Wilder’s Mate) who was once a working girl, is now managing the bloodhound’s house and she is the only woman Hunter wants but he refuses to satisfy his needs with her for fear of hurting her. But when she ends up being the only one the beast inside him accepts will he succumb and if he does will either of them be able to walk away afterwards?
Ophelia’s new position is a little more demanding than she expected and her attraction to the bloodhound, Hunter, who doesn’t seem to want anything to do with her, does not make it any easier.
When vampires start enlisting humans and running drugs through Iron Creek though, Hunter and Ophelia must work together and confront more than just their enemies.

I love this fantastical world that Moira Rogers has created with the Bloodhounds where the old west and the paranormal collide. Throw in mechanical horses, un-reliable elevators and space-aged weaponry and you get a unique ride that you won’t want to get off of!
There is a lot of tension between Hunter and Ophelia. Hunter feels that Ophelia deserves so much better than him, a monster, and ignores his attraction to her for as long as he can. I’m not quite sure why Ophelia originally tried to deny her feelings for Hunter but by the time the new moon came around I was starting to get a feel for her and believe in her actions. Ophelia is exactly what Hunter needs, someone who can teach him how to get through these new experiences and help him like this new self he was forced to be. They balanced each other well and their time together during the full moon was beyond hot – wowza!
Some action surrounds the romance with vampires, drugs and corrupt humans as well suspense in the form of two bloodhounds sent by the Guild to check out Hunter’s stability and the death of their best inventor (Wilder’s Mate) who was secretly turned into a vampire and hides in the basement.
Though Hunter’s Prey took me a little bit longer to get into then Wilder’s Mate I still enjoyed the read. All of the characters and the series arc are intensely captivating and I look forward to more installments! (less)

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May 06, 2012 Book Utopia rated it 2 of 5 stars

Shelves: erotic-romance, het, paranormal, steampunk

2.5 stars

The world-building in the first book of this series intrigued me enough to invest in getting the second. However, I’m not completely sure it’s enough to keep me going after this one.

In this installment, our romance occurs between Ophelia, an ex-prostitute who has been given the job as housekeeper at the manor where the bloodhounds of Iron Creek live, and Hunter, a recently rescued new bloodhound who is still learning what it means to be one. Ophelia is done with being a pawn for men, as...more 2.5 stars

The world-building in the first book of this series intrigued me enough to invest in getting the second. However, I’m not completely sure it’s enough to keep me going after this one.

In this installment, our romance occurs between Ophelia, an ex-prostitute who has been given the job as housekeeper at the manor where the bloodhounds of Iron Creek live, and Hunter, a recently rescued new bloodhound who is still learning what it means to be one. Ophelia is done with being a pawn for men, as well as only being valued for her sex appeal, but being a housekeeper isn’t exactly what she wants either. She’s too independent and intelligent for such menial work, and decides she’s going to quit once the new moon is past. The one thing that gives her pause is the latest bloodhound at the manor. Hunter had been caged by vampires ever since being created, used as a feeding source for Nate (who has become a sort of vampire/bloodhound hybrid), and is just starting to learn what it means to be what he is. He’s afraid of what he can do, of how out of control he gets, and he’s especially afraid he’ll hurt Ophelia, since she seems to be the one woman who can really get to him. He turns down her offer to help him through the new moon (a period during which they need to feed off their partner’s lusts and desires, which is basically an excuse for lots and lots of sex over a three day period), but when she makes the arrangements for him to be seen by someone else, he refuses, demanding only her.

The story goes on from there, though honestly, there’s not much that isn’t horribly predictable. The bulk of it is spent on Hunter’s internal angst about who he really is and Ophelia’s flip-flopping back and forth on her feelings for Hunter, with a subplot about a threat running through Iron Creek supposedly bringing things together. While the world is just as fascinating as it was the first time, it’s less developed, relying too heavily on previous knowledge to work well as a standalone. I hadn’t read the previous book again before tackling this one, and found gaps in my knowledge that this one failed to fill in. For a new reader to the series, I don’t think it serves it well at all.

It’s not helped by the fact that the characterizations for both leads aren’t strong. Hunter’s primary conflict is his internal battle trying to figure out who he really is – the man he was before he became a bloodhound or the monster he is now. But because Hunter doesn’t know, we as readers don’t ever really get to find out either. It leaves him as a shell for me to project upon, an archetype to imagine going through the motions of what are meant to steamy love scenes. It’s boring, frankly. Ophelia fares slightly better, as she has a stronger sense of who she is, but just because she’s strong-willed and independent, that doesn’t necessarily mean she’s interesting. She’s not. And the sex isn’t written well enough to make up for the deficiency in either of the characters.

The broader cast of characters is interesting, with both new and old faces, but the story is too short to give any of them a decent treatment. There’s barely enough time to get the main conflict resolved, let alone touch on the multitude of subplots that get thrown into the mix (most likely fodder for future stories). I would have much preferred getting some meaty time with just one or two, rather than the plethora that took over the pages.

Will I read the third book when it comes out? I honestly don’t know. This one had such potential, with a hero type that usually falls right in the middle of a bulletproof kink (the broken alpha struggling for identity), and yet, didn’t follow through on its promise. I guess it’ll be a matter of evaluating it on its own merit rather than as an autobuy as part of a series.(less)

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Mar 06, 2012 Mikaela rated it 4 of 5 stars

I normally don't request ARC's but I decided to make an exception, since I love The Bloodhound series by Moira Rogers. And this one didn't disappoint. It was dirty, gritty, and steaming. Just like a Bloodhound story should be. Ok, a part of me wish it was a bit longer but that is the greedy reader in me.

I loved that both the bad and good sides are shown. The bad sides with the Bloodhounds need for violence during the full moon. Their snarliness ( is that a word?) during the rest of the month whe...more

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Mar 05, 2012 Judy & Marianne from Long and Short Reviews rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: erotic, action-adventure, anal-play-sex, m-f, paranormal, science-fiction-fantasy

Originally posted at: http://whippedcream2.blogspot.com/201...

Hunter is a bloodhound unlike any other. He wasn’t created by the Guild, but was held captive by vampires and tortured mercilessly until the bloodhounds searching for Nate rescued him. Raw and untrained, he fears what he will do during the new moon, when bloodhounds need to find a female capable of handling their wild urges and strength. As manager of the Bloodhound manor, Ophelia has made arrangements at the local brothel to help Hun...more Originally posted at: http://whippedcream2.blogspot.com/201...

Hunter is a bloodhound unlike any other. He wasn’t created by the Guild, but was held captive by vampires and tortured mercilessly until the bloodhounds searching for Nate rescued him. Raw and untrained, he fears what he will do during the new moon, when bloodhounds need to find a female capable of handling their wild urges and strength. As manager of the Bloodhound manor, Ophelia has made arrangements at the local brothel to help Hunter get through the new moon, but things don’t always go as planned. When the time comes, only Ophelia can soothe the beast in Hunter and satisfy his hunger. But once the three days of the burning is over, can Hunter come to terms with what he feels for Ophelia?

Hunter’s Prey is Moira Rogers’ second foray into the post apocalyptic Wild West, where vampires are the ultimate evil, and men become bloodhounds to be better able to battle. It's a harsh and unyielding world, filled with colorful and unconventional characters, and a world I truly enjoy visiting. I like that the rules of civilized society don’t work here, and people have to learn to work together regardless of past experience. We do see a brief glimpse of Wilder and the others from the earlier book, but this is mainly Hunter’s story.

Ophelia is a former prostitute, and is now the manager of the Manor, headquarters and home of the Iron Creek bloodhounds. She's strong and courageous, and determined to live life on her own terms. She thinks she wants to leave, but when Hunter needs her, she discovers an inner strength along with fierce attraction to the bloodhound. I liked Ophelia, her strength and her spirit. I was really delighted with how things went during the new moon, and enjoyed the way she was able to handle Hunter at that time.

Hunter is a beast trying to come to terms with his new circumstances. In his lucid moments, he's determined to protect Ophelia, not realizing she wants to be with him. I liked that his beast knew more about who was right for him than his rational mind was willing to admit. I enjoyed watching as Hunter slowly became more comfortable with his new circumstances, and began to piece together his past and his new life. Hunter is something new in this world, not created like the other bloodhounds, and a bit of a wild card. But he's one of the ‘good guys’ and he's loyal, honest and determined to do the right thing.

This is a story of a harsh new world, with danger around every corner and lots of things that go bump in the night. Not only do people have to deal with the evil of the vampires, there is the deceit of the sheriff, and the other beings created by the vampires. Hunter and Ophelia learn the only ones able to help them are each other, although they do get some assistance from the visiting bloodhounds during one very bad time. Of course, this wouldn’t be a Moira Rogers book without some decidedly hot bedroom action, and this story doesn’t disappoint in that respect.

Ultimately, this is Ophelia and Hunter’s story, and it's a beautiful, if unconventional, love story. One forged in passion and peril, but with a love strong enough to bring both safely through it all.
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Mar 03, 2012 Elisa Llewellyn rated it 4 of 5 stars

The Skinny: Hunter is a newly made bloodhound who just can’t seem to get a handle on his newfound, albeit feral, instincts. He’s got a new moon coming up and he’s going to need companionship to help him get through his first time outside of a cage, but he’s terrified he’ll end up hurting someone. Ophelia, the new house manager and retired prostitute, wants to be the one to give assistance but Hunter wants nothing of that. Somehow, however, Hunter finds himself spending the time with Ophelia – an...more The Skinny: Hunter is a newly made bloodhound who just can’t seem to get a handle on his newfound, albeit feral, instincts. He’s got a new moon coming up and he’s going to need companionship to help him get through his first time outside of a cage, but he’s terrified he’ll end up hurting someone. Ophelia, the new house manager and retired prostitute, wants to be the one to give assistance but Hunter wants nothing of that. Somehow, however, Hunter finds himself spending the time with Ophelia – and it’s a good thing because trouble is brewing in Iron Creek again, this time by Guild members and drug-selling vampires. If Hunter and Ophelia aren’t careful, they’re going to wind up more attached than they’d like.

The Good: I absolutely loved Hunter and Ophelia’s characters, especially the way the two seem to be simultaneously repelled from and drawn to one another. Hunter’s regard for Ophelia is dreamlike and totally sigh-worthy. Despite her status as a retired prostitute, Hunter truthfully feels she’s too much of a lady to handle the likes of him – a laughable idea to everyone else in the story besides Hunter. That’s not to say that Ophelia isn’t refined, because she worked very hard to establish those refinements within herself, but their society doesn’t exactly look on prostitutes as ladylike. I also loved Ophelia’s instinctive need to protect Hunter – we see a lot of shapeshifter romances that cover the alpha’s need to protect, but we don’t see much of that from the would-be damsels in distress. It was charming.

The Bad: While I enjoyed the interaction between the protagonists, I felt like something was missing. Perhaps it’s because this installment focused on building more background and laying the groundwork for subsequent stories as it did on telling Hunter and Ophelia’s stories. I don’t feel like the story was suffering from leaps of logic, rather I feel pieces of the story weren’t told in as great a detail as I’d like (i.e. the ending was completely believable, but I would’ve liked a few more fleshed-out steps in between).

The Wrap-Up: Hunter’s Prey was a great second-installment to the Bloodhounds series. Getting to watch Hunter’s brooding standoffishness morph into brooding possessiveness was surprisingly refreshing. Most importantly, he never really loses the brooding – and the character growth demonstrated was excellent. 4 stars.

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May 07, 2012 Pam rated it 4 of 5 stars

This is a great series set in a dark world that could be past or present. The world building in the first book is intriguing and continues with this second book. This Bloodhound book is about Hunter, a recently rescued bloodhound and Ophelia who is managing the house they live in after leaving her prior profession.

Ophelia has been given the position of managing the bloodhound house to help Satira while she is working in the lab with Nathaniel. Nathaniel was recently rescued from vampires and is...more This is a great series set in a dark world that could be past or present. The world building in the first book is intriguing and continues with this second book. This Bloodhound book is about Hunter, a recently rescued bloodhound and Ophelia who is managing the house they live in after leaving her prior profession.

Ophelia has been given the position of managing the bloodhound house to help Satira while she is working in the lab with Nathaniel. Nathaniel was recently rescued from vampires and is in hiding, not sure what the Guild will think if they find he is alive and has been changed. While rescuing Nathaniel they also find Hunter who was turned against his will and then tortured by the vampires and kept in a cage. Nathaniel needs him to survive so he is living with the bloodhounds in Iron Creek, a little untamed.

Since Hunter was not turned by choice, he did not receive the training most bloodhounds do for handling the new and full moons. And even though Hunter finds he is attracted to Ophelia he is unsure of his strength and does not want to hurt her, so she makes arrangements for him to spend his first free new moon with women who can handle him at the house where Ophelia used to work as a prostitute. Things often do not go as planned and this is no exception, the fact that Hunter locks himself in the bathroom and will not come out has them calling Ophelia to help, she seems to be the only one to get through to him. This leaves them spending the new moon together – very nice!

The book is a wonderful story about two people finding their way after their own world is shaken up. The chemistry that comes across on the page is convincing and believable and when they find they respond well together, it is fun to watch. The story progresses with conflicts the bloodhounds must deal with that involve drugs, vampires and some corruption in the town. Nathaniel’s story continues with how the Guild will deal with him now that people are finding out that he may not be dead. All in all a great story and I am looking forward to the next book.
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May 22, 2012 Julie Read Our Lips! Book Review Blog rated it 4 of 5 stars

At the end of Wilder’s Mate, Satira and Wilder are successful in their rescue mission and find Nathaniel, but he is not the same man they knew. Nathaniel is not alone, though, and they make a new friend – Hunter – a prisoner who was turned into a Bloodhound by Archer (the undercover Bloodhound).

Hunter is in bad shape, as he was forced to spend the new moons locked in a cage. Up until now, it was thought only the Guild could create Bloodhounds, so it comes to a surprise this is not the case. The...more At the end of Wilder’s Mate, Satira and Wilder are successful in their rescue mission and find Nathaniel, but he is not the same man they knew. Nathaniel is not alone, though, and they make a new friend – Hunter – a prisoner who was turned into a Bloodhound by Archer (the undercover Bloodhound).

Hunter is in bad shape, as he was forced to spend the new moons locked in a cage. Up until now, it was thought only the Guild could create Bloodhounds, so it comes to a surprise this is not the case. The group decides to protect Nathaniel and keep him hidden, and throw themselves at the mercy of the Guild in respect to Hunter. The Guild commands that Hunter and Archer stay with Wilder, hoping Wilder can keep them in line.

Wilder agrees and they all go back to Iron Creek and move in together. Satira enlists the help of her friend, Ophelia (a former prostitute) to help her in the upkeep of the house while she continues inventing with Nathaniel. But the constant demands all three Bloodhounds make on her time have Ophelia thinking maybe it’s time to move on, even though she feels weak at knees whenever the sexy Hunter is around.

Just as she’s about to leave and start her life elsewhere, Ophelia is forced to decide what is most important to her. Will she leave, or stay and find out if Hunter feels something for her, too?

In Hunter’s Prey, we also meet two new Bloodhounds from the Guild, Emmett and Tobias who come to investigate if Nathaniel is really dead. They carry with them some disturbing news – war is coming. But not from the vampires, from within the Guild itself. Can’t wait to find out what this means! Do yourself a favor and pick up a copy of Hunter’s Prey – it’s full of non-stop action and sexy Bloodhounds you won’t be able to resist.

The Bloodhounds is not a series for the faint of heart, Fellow Readers, and Hunter’s Prey doesn’t disappoint. It is definitely a:

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I was saddened to come to the end of Hunter’s Prey; I just can’t get enough of the sexy Bloodhounds! But, I’m so excited to announce that the third installment in the series, Archer’s Lady will be released on July 3! And that’s not all, Fellow Readers, guess who’s the lucky gal who snagged an ARC copy of the book? Yup, you guessed it! But there’s more!

Moira Rogers has also graciously agreed to do an interview, and she will be giving away a copy of her book, Archer’s Lady, to one lucky Fellow Reader. Be on the look out for the interview and contest – coming this week!

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May 08, 2012 BamaGal rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: pnr-uf, steampunk

3.5 Stars. The covers of these books, with the way they are designed and the sepia tones, make me think of a Sergio Leone 'Spaghetti Western'. Especially the one coming up, Archer's Lady; that could easily be Clint Eastwood or Lee Van Cleef on the cover. Anyway, I'm liking this series better by the book. I learned much more about Bloodhounds and the Guild. Rogers is doing good wordbuilding in between the numerous sex scenes.

Former prostitute Ophelia is working at the manor now as housekeeper, an...more

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Mar 13, 2012 Paranormal Haven rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: reviewed-read-by-stephanie

Having survived being forcefully turned into a a bloodhound and being imprisoned by vampires, Hunter is not looking forward to his first new moon as a free man because of the insatiable sexual appetite it brings. For three days he will be lost in a haze of carnal desires and the only woman he wants is the last one he'd ever want to hurt. Once a prostitute, Ophelia now manages a household of bloodhounds. She's finding her new job to be more demanding then she thought it would be and the mutual at...more Having survived being forcefully turned into a a bloodhound and being imprisoned by vampires, Hunter is not looking forward to his first new moon as a free man because of the insatiable sexual appetite it brings. For three days he will be lost in a haze of carnal desires and the only woman he wants is the last one he'd ever want to hurt. Once a prostitute, Ophelia now manages a household of bloodhounds. She's finding her new job to be more demanding then she thought it would be and the mutual attraction with Hunter is not making it any easier. Neither desire anything permanent but after a mind blowing new moon spent together, Ophelia and Hunter realize that being with someone else is no longer an option.

Ophelia is one of my favorite type of heroines, a survivor. She has no shame in being a former prostitute. Ophelia had a less than idea upbringing and did what she had to do to make a living. Hunter is a great match for her because he never thinks to judge her on her former profession and is able to see the intelligent woman that others may overlook. In turn, Ophelia is a good fit for Hunter because he's so unsure of himself and his ability to be a functional bloodhound, a man made shapeshifter, and she's willing to do whatever it takes to help him.

Hunter was a wealthy and spoiled human before being turned into a bloodhound by vampires and then caged. That life is nothing more than a memory now as he tries to cope with his new life in the wild west town of Iron Creek. He attempts to ignore his feelings for Ophelia but there is no hiding from the overwhelming sexual drive the new moon brings and his beast will have only Ophelia. Hunter and Ophelia's time together during the new moon was undeniably hot and I was glad to see the chemistry between them went beyond the bedroom as Ophelia tries to help Hunter accept not only who he is but that even though he's a bloodhound, he can still be loved. I wouldn't call their relationship sweet and I think it all worked perfectly for them.

While Hunter and Ophelia's relationship is a big part of Hunter's Prey, there's a bit more going on. Bloodhounds Wilder and Archer, who we met in book one of the series, along with Hunter are trying to figure out how vampires have been able to get drugs into their border town. Also, the Guild, order that creates the bloodhounds, has sent two bloodhounds to find out what really happened to one of their best scientists after the events that occur in Wilder's Mate. I liked that these stories were intertwined with the romance of the book because it added some well written action and a bit of suspense into the mix that fit with the story.

This is the second release in Moira Rogers' Bloodhound series and I think the best so far. The action, danger and romance are all kicked up a notch and Ophelia and Hunter were fantastic lead characters. This series is supposed to fall in the steampunk genre and while there are some steampunk elements to the story, this felt more paranormal romance to me. Still, it was a highly enjoyable read and worth picking up.
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Mar 11, 2012 Cecile rated it 5 of 5 stars

If you come to the Lair often you will know that I am a fan of Ms. Moira's creative worlds. She creates worlds which you can lose yourself in and escape into the fantasy of a story so well told that you might actually think you are in it. Her stories will move you, shake you, entice you, and make you desire more. Her writing has developed stories that will make you happy, then sad only to bring you out to intrigue you. Her stories will draw the suspense out, brings the needs of characters to a b...more If you come to the Lair often you will know that I am a fan of Ms. Moira's creative worlds. She creates worlds which you can lose yourself in and escape into the fantasy of a story so well told that you might actually think you are in it. Her stories will move you, shake you, entice you, and make you desire more. Her writing has developed stories that will make you happy, then sad only to bring you out to intrigue you. Her stories will draw the suspense out, brings the needs of characters to a boiling point. She wraps you around the world she creates with just words but will leave you breathless.

This story is no exception. Ms. Moira has created this world of Bloodhounds that will make you blood run hot and your dreams even hotter. Their world will rock you with the inventions, the action and the hot freaking, sexy alpha men!

Hunter is new to the lifestyle of the bloodhound world... New to the things that make him what is he. But at the same time, lost to a past of what once was... Hunter really struck me because he really wore his heart on his sleeve; although, I'm sure If you asked him, he would not agree with me, lol. On the outside, he is all tough and he-man... But on the inside... He is a big teddy bear with a hellva possessive streak. And that has to do with one woman.... The one that could be the death of him...

Ophelia, now she is one strong woman. She manages a home for the bloodhounds. Her past may color other peoples thoughts about her but she really doesn't care. Her past was a hard life, most woman would cringe at having to live it. But she did what she had to do to survive and for that I admire her and her strength. But wanting to leave the manor and being on her own has always had it's appeal to her until a Bloodhound named Hunter came to the manor and took her world by storm.

This is a story about two people who feel a little lost in the world in which has not had given them to many shining moments. In fact, life has dealt both of them some crappy hands. But its what they have done with those hands that has made them who they are today. Two individuals that come together to give you one hellva story. These two have given Ms. Moira a run for her money to write. They are both stubborn and determined to make it on their own in this world. Which only makes their tale so worth the ride.

Ms. Moria, these stories just keep getting better, hotter and more dangerous. The men are bad asses to the bone and make for some delicious lovers! The woman are just as bad, they know how to take care of themselves but know how to give so their men feel wanted... and needed. The combination of characters in this series is quite intriguing and the missions sometimes turn deadly... I will say, Wilder still makes my heart beat... but damnit if these men are not giving him a run for his money! Awesome job Ms. Moira... keep these men coming!!!

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Mar 07, 2012 Tori smexys_sidekick rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: arc, e-book, pnr, read-in-2012, review-for-smexybooks, series

Originally posted at http://www.smexybooks.com/2012/03/rev...

Favorite Quote: “I used to be charming, once upon a time. “

I’m a huge fan of Moira Rogers’s steampunk/ pnr series-The Bloodhounds. An incredibly sexy, action packed story that will keep you glued to your e reader. An enchanting mix of old and new sets the stage as we engage with our two fascinating protagonists-Ophelia and Hunter.

Ophelia is an beautiful, intelligent, woman whose former life as a prostitute/madam didn’t leave her bitter...more Originally posted at http://www.smexybooks.com/2012/03/rev...

Favorite Quote: “I used to be charming, once upon a time. “

I’m a huge fan of Moira Rogers’s steampunk/ pnr series-The Bloodhounds. An incredibly sexy, action packed story that will keep you glued to your e reader. An enchanting mix of old and new sets the stage as we engage with our two fascinating protagonists-Ophelia and Hunter.

Ophelia is an beautiful, intelligent, woman whose former life as a prostitute/madam didn’t leave her bitter as one might expect. She did what needed to be done and is now able to retire and live her life on her own terms. She agreed to accept the position of house manager for her friend Satira (Wilder’s Mate) but finds herself overwhelmed by the constant demands of the bloodhound household. Her practicality is what appealed to me. No fainting lily here. She has quiet strength about her that stands up to the prejudice of the women in town and the men’s attitudes that she can be bought for the right price.

“Ether they pay for sex or we pay for security by having sex. I’m on my back either way , but at least my house is my own.”

She is a lady regardless of her station in life. She is attracted to Hunter but his fears keep her at bay.

Hunter is a new bloodhound who was made against his will and lived his life in a cage at the mercy of the vampires until Wilder rescued him. He is a new, unknown breed since Nate had to give him blood to keep him alive. A former gentleman and rake, he is having a hard time reconciling what he was to what he is now. He is about to spend his first new moon out of the cage and his fears of what his beast will do has him pushing Ophelia away. He is a delightful mixture of pure male domination and a charming tongue tied little boy. When the new moon hits, his beast decides that it wants only Ophelia and what follows is three days of some very hot and very steamy loving.

“Under the madness, a man struggled to remember his name. Struggled to remember what names were, why words were important. They tumbled from his mouth beyond his control, sleek and seductive, crude and cunning. Commands: lick, suck, scream touch beg.”
The dialogue between them is both humorous and seductive as they fit each other well and the flow between them is quite erotic to read.The chemistry is apparent from the beginning and a steady undercurrent flows between them, priming you for when they will go to the next level. Though not as dynamic as Wilder and Satira, Hunter and Ophelia are like a slowly stoked fire that once it reaches maximum heat-watch out. Hunter is deliciously and verbally dominant *swoon* in bed and hasn’t an ounce of shame about it. Ophelia, though quiet, more then holds her own as she seeks to reassure Hunter that he is everything she wants and needs.

The secondary characters add dynamite to an already explosive storyline. What I really love about the Moira Roger books is no character is used just as filling. Each one is imbibed with enough vitality that you want then to have their own story. Nate is a steady presence and we are able to find out what has happened since the last story. Archer keeps us and the other bloodhounds on their toes with his smart mouth. We meet some new characters who I hope to see more of in the future.

The plot is solid with plenty of suspense and action to keep you satisfied. I would have liked to have seen a bit more interaction with the villain; this arc is predominantly focused around our hero and heroine. All and all another great read by the ladies of Moira Rogers that left me wanting to read more about these sexy, sexy Bloodhounds and the women who are their destiny.

Overall Rating: B(less)

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Feb 14, 2012 Rhianna rated it 4 of 5 stars

Another great Bloodhounds installment!

Retired prostitue, Ophelia, manages the bloodhound's manor with grace in spite of the soul-sucking nature of the job. Juggling the needs of a band of vampire hunting man-beasts is no easy feat when all she wants to do is settle down into a respectable life. Then there's Hunter, the newest bloodhound, more feral hound than man he struggles each day with the beast inside. Their mutual attraction is anything but acceptable to either. His turning was unconventio...more Another great Bloodhounds installment!

Retired prostitue, Ophelia, manages the bloodhound's manor with grace in spite of the soul-sucking nature of the job. Juggling the needs of a band of vampire hunting man-beasts is no easy feat when all she wants to do is settle down into a respectable life. Then there's Hunter, the newest bloodhound, more feral hound than man he struggles each day with the beast inside. Their mutual attraction is anything but acceptable to either. His turning was unconventional and he has yet to experience the fury of lust the new moon will bring. The last thing he wants to do is accept Ophelia's offer to be the woman who meets his needs for those three uncontrolable days of sexual fever.

When things become more complicated with drugs being pushed through Iron Creek by the vampires the pair are forced to confront not just the enemy but their feelings for one another.

Rogers has done it again! Taken one wild concept and made it work as the backdrop for a satisfying, sensual romance. The hardest part about reading this series is that I want so much more of the world revealed to me. But as romances, the storylines have to focus on the hero and heroine coming together so once again I got a sip instead of a proper gulp. Which is just going to keep me coming back for more!

I was really excited to see these characters in action and for the most part I enjoyed them. I did find Ophelia a bit less likable than I was expecting but I can't quite put my finger on why. I think there was a certain flatness to her because I wasn't feeling her motivations enough. Why was she so dead-set on a respectable life? What was so bad about her job? Neither of those felt as urgent as they were expressed to be. Yet, when she and Hunter were together it felt right. Perhaps the conflict feeling a bit forced is what I'm driving at. I honestly wasn't seeing any real reason Ophelia shouldn't want to be with Hunter.

Another enjoyable Bloodhounds novel and not to be missed by fans of Rogers! There's plenty of action both of the fighting kind and the love-making kind and just enough set-up to get you interested in the next one.

*ARC received via author.(less)

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Mar 06, 2012 Sophia (FV) rated it 4 of 5 stars

Review originally posted at Fiction Vixen.

Being alone with her was a delight and a danger.

Hunter is a newly made bloodhound. He was not made by the Gulild, in same manner his fellow bloodhounds were and therefore did not receive the benefit of any type of education and training. He was kept in a cage after his making and was tortured and fed upon by vampires until his rescue. Although his new ferel instincts drive him to nearly lose control at times, he still maintains a good part of his humanit...more Review originally posted at Fiction Vixen.

Being alone with her was a delight and a danger.

Hunter is a newly made bloodhound. He was not made by the Gulild, in same manner his fellow bloodhounds were and therefore did not receive the benefit of any type of education and training. He was kept in a cage after his making and was tortured and fed upon by vampires until his rescue. Although his new ferel instincts drive him to nearly lose control at times, he still maintains a good part of his humanity, and is able to recognize that he is a danger to those around him.

The new moon. Sexual madness wrapped in savagery, and something he’d never endured outside the confines of a cage. A shudder claimed him, and he stepped away from Ophelia, unable to reconcile the clean sweetness of her scent with memories of such unbridled hunger.

He worries that he could be a particular danger to Ophelia during the new moon when he will be overtaken by sexual fury. Hunter feels more than a little attraction to her but at this point he knows there is no way he can get involved with her.

Ophelia is a retired prostitute who is now the house manager for the bloodhounds. She feels a strong attraction to the newest hound and offers to help ease him through his first new moon out of the cage knowing full well she can handle him. But after Hunter refuses for fear he will hurt her, she makes arrangements for him to spend the three days of the new moon at a local brothel with a friend whom she is sure can help Hunter, even though deep down it hurts her to think of him with another. But when Hunter refuses the prostitute in the middle of his lustful frenzy, it's Ophelia he ultimately accepts for reasons they both suspect could mean big trouble.

This is one of the steamier series by Moira Rogers and I have to say, this writing duo can torch the pages with the sexy times. But they also bring the romance in a frenzied bloodhound paranormal way. Although Hunter battles with control over his impulses for violence, there is still a civil part of him that recognizes his mate and his gentleness even in heat of the new moon, is very sexy and appealing. Although Hunter has the potential hurt those around him, Ophelia instinctively knows he will not hurt her and her main concern is in caring for Hunter. I liked that she was strong and sturdy without having to tell us she is strong and sturdy. Her actions throughout the story give a clear picture of her strength and hardiness and I only wish there would have been more background information on her. To be honest I can't remember much about her from the first book in the series but since this was her romance, and I found Ophelia so likable and I really would have liked to know more about her.

I can appreciate that this is a paranormal romance and so the story revolves around romantic relationship. However, I felt like I missed out on the setting this time. I know that setting was established in the first book in the series, but I didn't feel as immersed in an alternative old west, steampunk setting as I'd like when reading this book. I'd hoped for a bit more ambiance and although it's there, I would have liked more in the way of gadgetry, grit and setting.

While I missed some of the grit of the old west, I loved Hunter and Ophelia and their hot, sexy romance.

Favorite Quote:

“It has to be a game. Because the only thing that makes me hotter than watching you on your knees is the idea of letting you loose so I can catch you and put you there again.”

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May 06, 2012 Melindeeloo rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: paranormal-romance-shapeshifters, paranormal-romance, friendable

I liked Hunter's Prey, I liked that both the heroine and the 'hound' needed to figure out who they are now that their lives are so different and that there was a little bit more story to go with the sex this time around so that there ended up being a decent balance of sex to story (still a few of my unfavorite words - but it comes with the erotic territory in Rogers books).

I really like the Bloodhounds world, with magic and paranormals in the Old West and while I enjoyed this second Bloodhounds...more

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Mar 16, 2012 Sarah rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: books-i-own-kindle, for-review-read, read-in-2012

Hunter was turned into a Bloodhound against his will and kept prisoner by those who made him. Rescued by Wilder and Satira he is now facing his first new moon out of a cage and he is dreading the urges that it will bring. There is only one woman he is interested in but he hates the idea of not being in control and worries that he might hurt her. Ophelia is a retired prostitute who has taken over running the home the bloodhounds live in. She has plenty of experience with Bloodhounds in the throws...more Hunter was turned into a Bloodhound against his will and kept prisoner by those who made him. Rescued by Wilder and Satira he is now facing his first new moon out of a cage and he is dreading the urges that it will bring. There is only one woman he is interested in but he hates the idea of not being in control and worries that he might hurt her. Ophelia is a retired prostitute who has taken over running the home the bloodhounds live in. She has plenty of experience with Bloodhounds in the throws of new moon lust but her offer to help Hunter through is about more than that. She is drawn to him like no other but doesn't know if there can be a future between them - especially when he seems to push her away at every opportunity.

Ophelia hasn't had an easy life and was forced into prostitution to survive but she has no shame over her past, as a practical woman she knows she just did what she had to do and she won't let anyone make her feel bad about that. Now that she has retired she has accepted a job from her best friend Satira running the bloodhound household but she is finding it hard to deal with the constant demands. All she really wants is some peace but she doesn't want to let her friend down by leaving her in the lurch.

Hunter was born to a wealthy family but hadn't made much of his life before he was taken prisoner. He is struggling now to reconcile the person he was before with the monster he believes he has been changed into. He hates the way he feels now and loathes the idea of not being 100% in control of his actions when the moon calls to his Bloodhound side. I felt that Hunter was the most gentlemanly of the Bloodhounds we've met so far but that all changes when the new moon brings out his wilder side. He was surprisingly dominant in the bedroom but you won't hear Ophelia complaining because she enjoys every second of it! I loved the fact that he always treated Ophelia with respect and never once made an issue of her past, he wanted to court her properly and win her heart. I thought the pair of them were a great match and I loved the way that Ophelia helps Hunter to accept the person he has become.

Alongside the romance it was great to get to see Wilder and Satira and find out how they are doing. We get to see more of Archer which has me extra excited about reading his story when it comes out later this year. We see some of the after effects of the changes forced on Nate in the first book and how he is struggling to accept his new condition - I really hope we're going to see more of his transition later. We are introduced to a couple of new Bloodhounds who have been sent by the Guild to check up on Wilder and the others - possibly new heroes for future books (fingers crossed!)? There are also some great action scenes as Hunter and the others investigate an influx of drugs into their border town - could the vampires be behind it all and if so why? Moira Rogers can certainly pack a lot into a novella! If you haven't started this series yet then I'd highly recommend starting with Wilder's Mate and if you enjoy that one you'll love Hunter's Prey even more. I can't wait for Archer's Lady to release in July!(less)

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Jun 28, 2012 Beverly rated it 4 of 5 stars

Once again we are given wonderfully compelling characters and a story that is filled with so much more than just survival.

Hunter and Ophelia have come from completely different sides of the tracks (so to speak) but both end up in the same place unknowingly looking for the same thing - even though they can't admit it to themselves or each other.

One more great love story from Moira Rogers filled with men that are more than a woman could ever imagine and women who are stronger than we believe we c...more

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Sep 17, 2012 Jen (Red Hot Books) rated it 4 of 5 stars

The more I read from the Bloodhounds series, the more I enjoy them. They're this gritty blend of shapeshifter, old west, steampunk, and holy hot sex --and I am already jonesing for the next one.

This story features Hunter, the man turned into a Bloodhound against his will and kept caged and tortured by the vampires in Wilder's Mate. He is trying to aclimate himself to his new life, but he is having a hard time reconciling the man that he once was, to the beast that is now inside him. He is livin...more

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Mar 08, 2012 E_bookpushers rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: arc, romance, apocalyptic, e-book, erotic, reviewed

Review originally posted at The Book Pushers: http://thebookpushers.com/2012/03/06/...

Publisher: Samhain
Publish Date: Out today
How we got this book: From the author

Ophelia retired from life as a prostitute, but her new position is even more complicated. Managing the bloodhound manor in Iron Creek is difficult and time-consuming, a job she enjoys less with each passing day. Then there’s her inconvenient attraction to Hunter. The newly turned hound seems eager to enjoy her company, but wary of any...more

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Apr 26, 2012 Susi rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012, 2012-02, steampunk, shifter, vampires, paranormals, romance

Review originally posted at Book Lovers Inc.

In Hunter’s Prey we revisit Roger’s Bloodhound series set in a wild west themed steampunk world. I do love what Rogers created here. It’s a unique mix of genres I would have never thought could actually work together. The Bloodhounds are scientifically enhanced Hunters who keep the peace in a post apocalyptic world threatened by the constant fear of another vampire attack. They don’t only embody the power to fight evil they also keep the peace between...more Review originally posted at Book Lovers Inc.

In Hunter’s Prey we revisit Roger’s Bloodhound series set in a wild west themed steampunk world. I do love what Rogers created here. It’s a unique mix of genres I would have never thought could actually work together. The Bloodhounds are scientifically enhanced Hunters who keep the peace in a post apocalyptic world threatened by the constant fear of another vampire attack. They don’t only embody the power to fight evil they also keep the peace between the humans. Their presence is a constant reminder that nothing will go unpunished. Bloodhounds are bound to their job and it should be their only reason to live. BUT the scientists didn’t anticipate all the results of their tempering with the human body. Bloodhounds need a mate and when they finally find theirs there is nothing else more important out there.

Hunter is a special case even as a Bloodhound. he wasn’t turned like the rest of them were- he never chose this past. He got pushed and now there is no turning back for him. He’s a strong man even for a bloodhound. He is pretty new to the whole Bloodhound game so his knowledge about being one is limited. He fears what he might do even more so because he doesn’t know what he’s capable of. His attraction to Ophelia is something he just doesn’t want to risk. He’s tormented by not knowing what he is and his need to mate.

Ophelia is such a strong and heartfelt woman. A former prostitute she’s now taking care of the Bloodhound manor and organizes everything that accompanies a bunch of wild and hungry shifters. Her dilemma is that she wants to show the gratitude she feels for getting this chance to escape the brothel but on the other hand this job bores her to death. She hates it with all her heart and can’t wait to leave it all behind her. But then there is Hunter and which woman could resist that dark and brooding guy?

I loved to see the roles a bit reversed this time. Usually the guys are the ones taking action but in Hunter’s Prey Ophelia is leading the way. Hunter is taking one step at a time to grow into his new life as a Bloddhound. And OMG these 2 together are so hot. When Hunter finally realize his errors…just thinking of it makes my toes curl.

I loved to see the previous characters again. The familiarity and the newness of the situation create a story that just wouldn’t let me go. I loved to see more of Nate and I so want him to get his own book and HEA in the end.

The plot itself was fast paced but kept enough room for the emotions and romance to build. I love when a romance actually works for me, even in a shorter format as this. Hunter’s Prey is about accepting yourself. Not only for Hunter but also for other characters. It’s a hard topic but Rogers handles it really well.

Hunter’s Prey is a great new addition in the Bloodhound series. It will draw you back into this compelling world and make you fall in love with Hunter and Ophelia. This might just be my favorite in this series so far.

I give Hunter’s Prey 4 1/2 stars(less)

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Mar 09, 2012 Edie rated it 2 of 5 stars

Shelves: popcorn-reads, some-issues-but, ebooks

Not my fave, this one was just a bit too short for me, I wanted more Ophelia.
But that said, it was an enjoyable read as the Rogers team always is, it is an interesting world. I envy the people who will come late to this series and be able to glom them in one go.

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Apr 28, 2012 Irene Jackson rated it 5 of 5 stars

I love the Bloodhounds series. Hunter and Ophelia are great together.An ex prostitute and a former rich playboy type before he was turned into a Bloodhound she helps him come to terms with who and what he is. Loved it!

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Mar 31, 2012 Saritza rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: romance-steampunk

I'm really enjoying this series and while I'm still a huge Red Rock Pass fan, I think this series is coming in at a very close second.

I love stories with a broken hero whose love of a good woman doesn't just fix him in some magical sex night but begins to shape the man he's meant to be. We get a lot of good plot building in this book along with insight into the backgrounds of several of the bloodhounds, without taking away from the main character's conflict and role in the story.

The scene in th...more

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May 21, 2012 Kim rated it 3 of 5 stars

I actually liked thos pone better than the first, Wilder's Mate.

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May 07, 2012 Natasha A. rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012

Good!
Not AS good as #1, but I definitely like Hunter :D
He's sexy and gruff and *growl*
I do wish they were longer as I want to know more about the world!

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Mar 04, 2013 Michelle rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2013, fantasy, steampunk, romance

THIS IS A BOINKING BOOK.

You have been warned.

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Mar 19, 2012 MaggieReadsRom rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: arcs, co-written, paranormal, e-books, steampunk

3.75 stars!
Review coming shortly.

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Jul 04, 2012 Anna at Book Lovin' Mamas rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: erotica, books-to-review, author-review, favorites, shifters, paranormal, steam-punk, vampires, novellas

Not my favorite but still a great book! Now on to Archer who I think will be the best of the salaries!

Review coming soon...

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Feb 17, 2012 Brenda rated it 5 of 5 stars

Review to come.

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