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Bad Wolf (Bad Wolf Chronicles - book 1)
by
Tim McGregor (Goodreads Author)
Detective Lara Mendes’s hard work finally pays off when she gets the chance to join the homicide detail. There’s only one catch; she has to partner up with a cop no one wants to work with.
John Gallagher is a veteran homicide detective who loves stomping bad guys and hates partners. When the Lieutenant saddles him with this green kid named Mendes, his first reaction is to...more
John Gallagher is a veteran homicide detective who loves stomping bad guys and hates partners. When the Lieutenant saddles him with this green kid named Mendes, his first reaction is to...more
Kindle Edition, 264 pages
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(first published April 29th 2011)
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Apr 30, 2012
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I'd give it 3 1/2 or 4 stars for the plot/characters and overall read. I read it, found it entertaining, thought it was one of the more interesting 'takes' on a werewolf plot. I'd give it one star for the cliffhanger ending, which I HATE and refuse to read if I know about it in advance.
So, if you like cop stories and werewolves and can deal with cliffhanger endings, it's as good as anything I've read along those lines.
If you dislike cliffhanger endings, find another book.
So, if you like cop stories and werewolves and can deal with cliffhanger endings, it's as good as anything I've read along those lines.
If you dislike cliffhanger endings, find another book.
I love a well-written, action-packed werewolf yarn. I hope there is a sequel.
*****update*****
Now that I have the sequel Pale Wolf queued up on the Kindle, decided to re-read BW.
I loved it even more the second time around. Just as action packed as a good Maberry yarn without any of the annoying tics found in the Pine Deep trilogy. No corny dialogue, no overtly macho bullshit, just some great story-telling, awesome characterization and some big bad wolves.
I highly recommend Bad Wolf.
*****update*****
Now that I have the sequel Pale Wolf queued up on the Kindle, decided to re-read BW.
I loved it even more the second time around. Just as action packed as a good Maberry yarn without any of the annoying tics found in the Pine Deep trilogy. No corny dialogue, no overtly macho bullshit, just some great story-telling, awesome characterization and some big bad wolves.
I highly recommend Bad Wolf.
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Technically 4 1/2 stars for this reviewer.
First off, Bad Wolf, is set in the Portland, Oregon area, so it was neat to hear about local street and landmarks and know where certain scenes are taking place. I really enjoyed the story that Tim McGregor created. It is a werewolf story, but it's not a "creature feature" the primary focus is on the characters of Mendes and Gallagher, both of whom I really enjoyed learning about. The author did an excellent job creating interesting backstories for his p...more
First off, Bad Wolf, is set in the Portland, Oregon area, so it was neat to hear about local street and landmarks and know where certain scenes are taking place. I really enjoyed the story that Tim McGregor created. It is a werewolf story, but it's not a "creature feature" the primary focus is on the characters of Mendes and Gallagher, both of whom I really enjoyed learning about. The author did an excellent job creating interesting backstories for his p...more
This review is from: Bad Wolf (Kindle Edition)
I'm not really a fan of cop drama (with the exception of Catherine Coulter's FBI series) but I fell right into the crazieness surrounding Gallagher and Mendes. There has been a murder of a very gruesome quality: she's been ripped apart and partially eaten by dogs. Very bog dogs. But something is not right. Dogs don't normally hunt to eat humans but wolves do. The police are trying hard to solve an unsolvable case and with the eveident pointing to a...more
I'm not really a fan of cop drama (with the exception of Catherine Coulter's FBI series) but I fell right into the crazieness surrounding Gallagher and Mendes. There has been a murder of a very gruesome quality: she's been ripped apart and partially eaten by dogs. Very bog dogs. But something is not right. Dogs don't normally hunt to eat humans but wolves do. The police are trying hard to solve an unsolvable case and with the eveident pointing to a...more
A pack of feral dogs leave a half-eaten female corpse in their wake. Evidence points to murder and investigations reveal hints of the supernatural. Are detectives Mendes and Gallagher (good cop, bad cop, at least at first) on the trail of a psychotic killer and his vicious pets? Or is it possible that werewolves actually exist?
There is a lot to like about Bad Wolf; a crime drama and a horror story. It takes a while to draw the reader in, with opening chapters heavier on police procedure than on...more
There is a lot to like about Bad Wolf; a crime drama and a horror story. It takes a while to draw the reader in, with opening chapters heavier on police procedure than on...more
I really really enjoyed this book! It had so much action in it!
This is a nice turn on cop thriller book and I insist anyone to read it. Even if you are not a fan of paranormal romance this book is exciting just for the mystery that it creates trying to find out who is killing these people. And I just fell in love with John Gallagher. He is a gritty character, who at first glance, seems to be a jerk; but eventually you get to know him and find he is much more complex.
I really hope Mr. McGregor wi...more
This is a nice turn on cop thriller book and I insist anyone to read it. Even if you are not a fan of paranormal romance this book is exciting just for the mystery that it creates trying to find out who is killing these people. And I just fell in love with John Gallagher. He is a gritty character, who at first glance, seems to be a jerk; but eventually you get to know him and find he is much more complex.
I really hope Mr. McGregor wi...more
When a body is found eaten by a pack of feral dogs, homicide detectives Gallagher and Mendes find themselves on the trail of a man who believes he is a werewolf. Is he just insane? Or could there be some truth to his crazed ramblings?
An interesting concept for a novel that sits mostly within the crime genre. I found it took me a long time to get into the story and felt it could have used some serious editing, especially in the first half. Overall an easy and fairly entertaining read, though mayb...more
An interesting concept for a novel that sits mostly within the crime genre. I found it took me a long time to get into the story and felt it could have used some serious editing, especially in the first half. Overall an easy and fairly entertaining read, though mayb...more
Screenwriter turned novelist, Tim McGregor has written an intense story that is both a criminal suspense story and a horror story. You take your pick. Newby homicide detective is partnered with John Gallagher and their first case together is that of the boy of a young woman that was variously turned apart by feral dogs. To make matters worse, these dogs are led by one crazy guy dude who thinks he is a werewolf or is it?
Descriptive and detailed, the story begins slow but picks up towards the midd...more
Descriptive and detailed, the story begins slow but picks up towards the midd...more
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My review:
I read Bad Wolf almost two months ago and haven’t managed to write a review yet. Reason behind it is very simple – I needed some time to get this book settled in my mind. It has haunted me (in a good way) for some time and now I am ready to put my thoughts down.
Tim McGregor’s Bad Wolf was a very good book in its genre. It was dark and visually scented and it left a spooky feeling with you while reading it. Reading Bad Wolf was like watching a movie, it gave me very clear images in the...more
I read Bad Wolf almost two months ago and haven’t managed to write a review yet. Reason behind it is very simple – I needed some time to get this book settled in my mind. It has haunted me (in a good way) for some time and now I am ready to put my thoughts down.
Tim McGregor’s Bad Wolf was a very good book in its genre. It was dark and visually scented and it left a spooky feeling with you while reading it. Reading Bad Wolf was like watching a movie, it gave me very clear images in the...more
If you've ever seen a feral dog, you'll know they aren't something you want to mess with. Well, try a pack of them. Yeah, not pleasant. In Tim McGregor's debut novel, a string of deaths lead police to believe there's a pack of dogs responsible. And as detectives, John Gallagher and Lara Mendes, investigate they realize the pack is being led by a man. A crazy man, because he thinks he's a werewolf.
Now, I'm not a reader who gravitates towards detective novels, just one of those genres I don't care...more
Now, I'm not a reader who gravitates towards detective novels, just one of those genres I don't care...more
This is the first book by Tim McGregor that I have read. I do not feel that his writing style is for me. The story was slow starting & although I was intrigued by the 2 main characters I found myself a little bored. This is very unusual for me especially with a book about werewolves, detectives & a little bit of mystery. I had to force myself to keep reading at the 70% mark but it was a slow go. I felt a little lost & confused a lot of the time. The wording in the book at times I fou...more
I downloaded this as a Kindle freebie and didn't have very high expectations. I was pleasantly surprised to find that the wearwolf aspect is just background and that it's actualluy a very good book. The story follows rooky homicide detective and her mentor (think Harry Bosch). I won't spoil the fun by going into too much detail.
I will be purchasing the sequal to this book! Cannot wait to read it.
I will be purchasing the sequal to this book! Cannot wait to read it.
The writing and story were very good-- a bit graphic for me--- I am a chicken heart-- but I was very disapointed that this was a cliff hanger---- I may come back for book 2 but who knows. If you choose to read this-- be aware that you must have book 2! :)
I received a complimentary copy for review. I found Bad wolf to be a well written story, with likeable and well developed characters. I would describe it as a police procedural with a twist. The twist being a bit of supernatural horror in the form of a werewolf that should appeal to fans of both crime thrillers and horror stories alike.
A wolf's coat is coarse not course. Smart people don't investigate killer dog packs all alone without a gun. There were lots of other distractions and a dumb story too.
I really enjoyed this police drama that revolved around a serial killer who just happened to be a werewolf. The characters were great and the plot never stalled. I look forward to more from author Tim McGregor. He wove an interesting story that can be picked from where it left off with an anticipated sequel.
I was not impressed with this book at all. The dog aspect made me very uncomfortable.
Not that good. Totally not what I was expecting. It is a good thing it was free...
Crime drama with a touch of supernatural. Would have liked to have a little more of the supernatural but all in all it was a good read.
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Really enjoyed this werewolf horror/crime mystery mash-up.
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Tim McGregor is a screenwriter and author, living in Toronto with his wife and children. When not writing, Tim can be found chasing away the nocturnal recycling people who creep into his yard.
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