Broods of Fenrir (Broods of Fenrir, #1)

Jan 26, 2012 Emily rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Book Title: Broods of Fenrir

Author: Coral Moore

Published By: Bared Teeth Publishing

Genre: Paranormal

Recommended Age: 18+

Reviewed By: Emily Tuley / AngelsCryHavoc

Blog Reviewed For: Great Minds Think Aloud Literary Community

Rating: 5 Ravens

We all know sometimes I take a little wander out and about and look for things outside of our normal publishers. Something that may or may not have been out there for a while and sink my teeth into it. I love to try new things and read new things. With this book...more Book Title: Broods of Fenrir

Author: Coral Moore

Published By: Bared Teeth Publishing

Genre: Paranormal

Recommended Age: 18+

Reviewed By: Emily Tuley / AngelsCryHavoc

Blog Reviewed For: Great Minds Think Aloud Literary Community

Rating: 5 Ravens

We all know sometimes I take a little wander out and about and look for things outside of our normal publishers. Something that may or may not have been out there for a while and sink my teeth into it. I love to try new things and read new things. With this book there was no exception. As per my usual it is about the paranormal. Yes, it has werewolves or at least a sense about them but it’s not like your usual shape shifters world. I love how Coral Moore has taken this genre if that’s what it can be called or this topic and made it sort of her own. I like how things are shown the wolf’s pack sense of mind how there is a King of all and that there are laws and boundaries, traditions that are as old as the race it’s self. In a since she has done just that created a race instead of just a pack of shape shifters. She’s breathed life into something I had started to loose a little bit of hope as the mindlessness of a lot of shape shifters are so easily circumnavigated by most authors and easily dispelled away with the simplicity of the one thought that “They are pack they do not disobey. “ Nothing is cut in stone and all things chance. Brand in particular is a pleasure to read especially with his struggle to try to make himself anything but what his father was.

Brand or Brandulf Gierson is set or should be the King of all the Broods of Fenrir but after he saw how his father was the cold hearted hurtful bastard of old was. He vowed not only to protect his mother but to never be like him. Unfortunately just like all heroes something bad happens before something good can come of it and that’s just it. This first book is the story of Brand and how he comes about his faults faces his fears and becomes the King that no one in the brood ever thought he would or could be. He finds love with a female Dagny of the brood with as much strength as he and it’s with their trials and the loss of a close friend that they all start the change of the broods and the future of their people.
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Jan 07, 2012 Nancy rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

If you’re a wolf, you know that the wolf who kills the King becomes the next King. Which is exactly Brand’s problem since he killed his sire. He doesn’t want to be King – he doesn’t want anything, if fact; other than to be left alone. His life before Gier’s death had been hell. In the Broods of Fenrir, females were slaves, bought and sold to anyone or won in battle. Male offspring were beaten, tortured and often killed by sire’s too mean to share the females with them. This was Brand’s young lif...more

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Jan 01, 2013 tooter rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

The book and premise started out interesting enough, but I couldn't really get 'into' it for a couple of reasons. Or maybe the book is mislabeled a bit. It's not a typical romance novel, it's more just paranormal fiction. The book is told almost completely through the main character Brand's viewpoint and also a lot of 3rd person. I would have preferred a good percentage told from Dagny's viewpoint but it's rarely done.
The development of Brand and Dagny's relationship just happens. It's not well...more

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Sep 26, 2012 Proserpine rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

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I don't know how to bring or even start my review about this story, I've been drew by the cover (again) and look at these eyes, they are kind of scary, no? Anyway, while I was reading this book, I really past over all kind of feelings... At first I was thrilled to read it, (the blurb seems to be good) but when I first start to read the prologue I was thinking to myself what kind of book is this??? The story is really interesting even if it's no something we never read about: Brand's (the main ch...more I don't know how to bring or even start my review about this story, I've been drew by the cover (again) and look at these eyes, they are kind of scary, no? Anyway, while I was reading this book, I really past over all kind of feelings... At first I was thrilled to read it, (the blurb seems to be good) but when I first start to read the prologue I was thinking to myself what kind of book is this??? The story is really interesting even if it's no something we never read about: Brand's (the main character) supposed to be king of his Broods but he never accepted the kind of life and rules his Broods was living on,(like, forever). So he decided to leave and live by his own. As you can guess, Brand will have no choice to come back and fight to claim what should be his. Typical, but not the least!

This book is one of the most violent story I read so far! My Gosh even in the prologue, the reader will rapidly understand what kind of society Brand was living in and why he left. The battle between the males are atroce. I sometime had to put the book down to be able to continue my reading. The one thing I hate in this story was the fact the story is writen in our time, but still, the female are treated savagely. In Broods of Fenrir, female are treat like things that can only procreate, blood/sexual slaves and at best, part of treat between Broods and be exchange (hoping to be in a better Broods). They are weak and lower beings!!! Brand didn't accept that kind of life and want to make it better (in a way).

I really liked to read about Brand, as the main character. There is no enough male main characters in PNR books and Brand was a great, handsome, and caring character. He's one of the few people who want to do the right thing and make the change for the best. But also, he won't back down and he will fight until the end to protect the one he cares about. Just like a big brother who came to the rescue.

Dagny and Alice are two different female characters, but they are both charming in they way. Brand will encounter and save Alice's life. Since she's a weak shifter, Brand will take care of her and bring her into good Broods. She's lovely and always think about others. I thought they will be great together as a couple. Dagny's the savage beauty that can kick-ass, even if she's a female. She's fiercer and stronger then many males of the Broods. She's an intelligent women and could probably get everything she wanted if she wasn't just a low female in the males brains! She's also a surprising character but I won't tell you more!

Even if the story is deja vu, the plot and action are great, the great pace keep the reader hooked. Well writen with much details I appreciated the style of the author: Coral Moore. I really like to read this one, although the plot is not only on the political and violent society of the Broods, the characters will have to take down new enemies. I didn't know the author before I apply to get my hand on this book. The author did a great job with this story, I always wanted to know more and what would happens to Brand. Coral Moore had also written Feral Attraction (Eric story). I recommend this book to every Shapeshifters and Paranormal Romance readers!(less)

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Mar 14, 2012 Liz at Fictional Candy rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

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For some reason, I was concerned I wouldn’t like this book. I have no idea why. The synopsis is great, the cover is hot. It was a great book.

Brand Geirson is a werewolf. And for his “day job” he is a security guard. He has basically severed many ties with the packs, which in this book are broods. He has a few close friends, and that’s about it. He’s a loner. And, by all rights, he should be king. Yep, king.

So this story starts with Brand being called to a homicide scene. The woman has clearly b...more For some reason, I was concerned I wouldn’t like this book. I have no idea why. The synopsis is great, the cover is hot. It was a great book.

Brand Geirson is a werewolf. And for his “day job” he is a security guard. He has basically severed many ties with the packs, which in this book are broods. He has a few close friends, and that’s about it. He’s a loner. And, by all rights, he should be king. Yep, king.

So this story starts with Brand being called to a homicide scene. The woman has clearly been bitten by a werewolf. This starts the series of events that lead to a completely powerful and beautiful story.

Power. It’s a strange thing. If anyone knows me, they know I like to read about werewolves. They are nearly my favorite, and some days they are absolutely my favorite. I like to read about the ever present alpha male. ahem, Alpha Male. I think the Alpha Male is such an interesting character. He’s the strongest, the smartest, most cunning, most loving, most …everything male. Well, in Coral Moore’s Broods of Fenrir, Brand is that Alpha Male. And then multiply that by a thousand. Heck, he should be king, if he’d just decide he actually wants to be. Everyone else already thinks of him in that capacity. So this story isn’t just about a murder mystery, or a werewolf brood, or Brand becoming king. It is about this character, this man, this wolf, coming to terms with who he is, where he is, and growing about a million percent as a soul within a few hundred pages. Daunting, I know. But it is totally accomplished in this book.

Am I gushing? Yeah, a little bit. Ok, let’s talk about power. No, not power. POWER. Cause that is what got me so excited in this book. The sheer force of power this man has. I can’t even describe it. When I was taking my notes I tried several times to come up with something that would convey his power. The guy is strong physically, yes. Mentally, yes. But beyond that, there is this animalistic …push. There is a scene in a garage that will have you on the edge of the seat, waiting to exhale. And it perfectly illustrates the sheer power within this man. I mean come on; he is supposed to be king. This ain’t no ordinary alpha wolf. His power is awesome, and I don’t mean “cool”, I mean it produces awe. You are struck with the cement wall, the iron sledge hammer that is Brand. If anyone out there has some fan art of this man, please show me!!

Ok, enough of Brand (but not really!). So this is a werewolf shifter book. But one thing I noticed is that the author doesn’t have these people shifting into wolves every other page. Nope. Some people don’t even shift at all in the course of the book. But yet there is no mistake they are werewolves, and it is conveyed beautifully. When the people in the Broods of Fenrir give up their human control to the wolf, the wolf calls the shots. The wolf is in control. So every person in this book learns a great deal of self-control in order to lead a normal life. It’s a very interesting take on the werewolf aspect, and I really enjoyed it.

Let’s talk about the other characters. There are quite a few, and wow, what a cast. The author really fleshed out some very dynamic and interesting supporting characters in this book. You have Alice, whom is weak, kind of like the runt of the litter. And Erik, the alpha male in his brood (um, and yet not king!!), who struggles to keep control of so many things. Dagny, who I loved, then hated and then loved all over again. Ingrid, Dagny’s mother, who is such a sadistic piece of work you wonder how she has managed to stay alive without getting murdered for so long.

This story will bring a smile. It will heat you up. It will break your heart, and you may even drop a tear (or more!). But it is beautiful writing around a beautiful story, and it should not be missed. And then you have the familial bond between these wolves that is beyond regular comprehension. They are linked heart, mind and soul. Emotions are shared. Love is duplicated, fear and anger are magnified. Somewhere in the midst of tragedy, Brand finds love in a female wolf. She is a formidable match for him, stronger than most males in her brood. But finding love isn’t on Brand’s agenda. You find yourself hoping he can overcome his internal obstacles and take the jump, because you quickly grow attached to this man, and you want him to be happy.

So I won this book from Library Thing. And then I signed up to do a review for it with Bewitching Blog Tours. Everything in the booky universe was telling me to read this book, and I am so glad I did. Once I started reading it, I barely put it down. By the time I got to chapter six I was online seeking out more of this book. And good news, there are two more in the Broods of Fenrir series. I’ve already got them on my kindle, waiting to read as soon as I get a chance. The titles are Feral Attraction and Chance Encounter. Both are short stories, one is about Brand and one is about Erik. (less)

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Jan 25, 2012 Beverly rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

My thoughts:
Wonderfully written. This is a story of loss and fear, anger, violence, and injustice; but it is also a story of hope, friendship, loyalty, courage and love. Emotionally gripping and almost impossible to put down.
The characters are carefully created and drive the story, compelling the reader to turn the pages. I found myself so invested into the emotions and situations of Coral Moore's amazing characters that I was drawn completely into the story, laughing and crying with the char...more

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Dec 23, 2011 Nookmom (Courtney) rated it 4 of 5 stars

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These are not the normal werewolves you read in most novels today. These are cold, violent and ruthless werewolves and women are nothing more than slaves and property. Brand was sired by a horrible male who cared nothing about women and craved violence. Brand spent his childhood watching his mother be mistreated and couldn't bare to see it. Finally the day came when he was able to kill his father, but he walked away from taking his place as king, wanting nothing to do with the callous and brutal...more

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Mar 04, 2012 Jennifer Rainey rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Wow, I haven’t read such an emotionally-gripping book in a long time!

Broods of Fenrir is definitely not your average werewolf story. It’s violent and gritty, but at the same time very passionate. The bonds and rivalries between the characters in the book are so intense, you can’t help but be pulled in. Moore has created an incredibly complex society for her characters. She’s covered everything from brood etiquette to the treatment of females, and it makes for a very rich reading experience.

The s...more

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Jan 17, 2012 Kenya Wright rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: Nalini Singh and Jennifer Ashley fans

Recommended to Kenya by: Alicia Reads

Shelves: hot-classy-sex-scenes, independent-writer, mid-level-romance, multi-pov, shapeshifters, urban-fantasy

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This was a fun read. It took me barely two days to finish it and I enjoyed the story the whole time.

The Four Things that I loved:

1- Brand had alot of power, but was extremly humble.

2- There is a feminist theme within the story. In this society, females are powerless and have low ranks in their groups. The author found great ways for the female characters to survive and deal with their status.

3- I loved the female characters. Just a great array...more

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Dec 03, 2011 S.J. Wist rated it 5 of 5 stars

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Broods of Fenrir is an urban fantasy infused with Norse mythology, and I was quickly absorbed into a world where our present time was put on the outside of my perception.

Werewolves just the way I like them: raw, ruthless and made even more beautiful with age. Brand is a five hundred year old werewolf who doesn't want to follow in his father's barbaric steps and rule over the broods. Because there is only one way to keep control of them, and he doesn't want to submit to the savage wolf in him to...more

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Dec 10, 2012 StrangeBedfellows rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

This is a very enjoyable, well-written book. There is some serious talent here, and I look forward to future offerings from this author. Coral Moore has created some great characters, each fully developed with a strong and intriguing personality of their own. I'm not even a big fan of werewolf books -- too often I find them obnoxious and overdone. I do commend this author, though, for writing convincing werewolves without overwhelming the story with their wolfishness.

My only complaint would be...more

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Feb 04, 2012 Rick Gualtieri rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Broods of Fenrir is the tale of Brand, the would-be king of the werewolves, who has forsaken his crown to live a simpler life. Why would he do so? Because the people he would rule are little more than animals. Imagine the worst traits of mankind mixed with the pack mentality of canines. Not a pretty picture is it? Nor does Moore paint it as such. It's a brutal society where life is cheap and weakness is answered with suffering. Not even Brand himself is immune to these instinctual callings and,...more

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Feb 24, 2012 Jennifer at The Bawdy Book Blog rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: 2012, paranormal-romance, paranormal-fiction, 3-5-stars

Brandulf Gierson was raised by a bastard of a father, one who beat the females and males around him into submission in order to assert dominance and authority. His ruled with an iron fist until Brand killed him with his sire’s own sword…and then walked away from his destiny: to be King of the Broods of Fenrir, for the wolf who kills the King becomes the King. Except Brand doesn’t want to be King; in fact, he doesn’t want anything but to bow out of the broods and be left alone.
Brand manages to a...more Brandulf Gierson was raised by a bastard of a father, one who beat the females and males around him into submission in order to assert dominance and authority. His ruled with an iron fist until Brand killed him with his sire’s own sword…and then walked away from his destiny: to be King of the Broods of Fenrir, for the wolf who kills the King becomes the King. Except Brand doesn’t want to be King; in fact, he doesn’t want anything but to bow out of the broods and be left alone.
Brand manages to avoid brood society for hundreds of years by closing himself off from them, but he can avoid their brutal politics no longer when two women he cares for are threatened and another innocent woman is attacked. At the risk of becoming like his father, he either must become King or let the broods fall even further into chaos, and that’s a chance even he may not be willing to take.

Broods of Fenrir is a very in-your-face, somewhat violent shifter novel. It reminds me a little of the Black Dagger Brotherhood series, but instead of vhampires, we have werewolves. And these werewolves aren’t Jacob, folks, oh no. These werewolves are dominate, big, beastly men who will rip your head right off at just a slight provocation. They have a pecking order and you best follow it. Broods of Fenrir is a heated novel, both emotionally and sexually. Speaking of sex, there is some, but it isn't over the top or really dirty. It was just enough to fit in with the flow of the story.

There are three separate plot lines in Broods of Fenrir: 1) a rogue werewolf is murdering innocent victims, 2) Ingrid’s intention to force Brand to into his destiny as King, and 3) werewolves are being killed off or mysteriously disappearing. These three plot lines don’t seem to be integrated with each other (if they are, it wasn’t obvious to me) and I think the book would have been better served with a heavy focus on one, rather than all three. As it stands, the book starts off with a female brutally murdered by a werewolf, then shifts to Brand before finally focusing on the murdered wolves. It felt a bit disjointed, but I won’t say I didn’t enjoy it, because it was definitely intriguing.

The world building is done rather well. Moore takes our world and adds her twist of werewolves and makes it completely believable. She even manages to humanize them while still making them seem like beastly, savage creatures. They seemed to hold on to these threads of humanity though sheer willpower, as if any slight or provocation would cause the beast to take over. The desperation Brand displays in wanting to retain his humanity and humility makes him appear to be especially thoughtful and powerful, even though his fellow males in the Brood seem to find that a weakness.

The other characters are also engaging to the story: Ingrid is a particular wolf I still can’t quite get my head around. She was absolutely nuts but nothing she did seemed to be without some grand plan in mind. Dagny is a strong-willed character and I liked her a lot. She is a fighter that doesn’t take crap from anyone and she is willing to stand up to the men in the brood. I admired her. Alice struck me as somewhat weak, even though I know the author intended her to be that way. I had a hard time believing her nature just didn’t take over and allow her to be a bit more vicious.

Overall, this was an enjoyable urban fantasy. I haven’t read many shape-shifter novels, but I am pretty fascinated with them and Broods of Fenrir did not disappoint me. Coral Moore did a great job keeping the story flowing and the characters interesting and I would recommend this to anyone who is a fan of this genre.(less)

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Feb 11, 2012 Cyp rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: PNR + A little Mystery/Thriller fans

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Originally posted at A Bookalicious Story.

My Summary
The world of the broods is a terrible, cold, heartless one, with leaders and earls who control their broods through fear. Brand was raised in such an environment, his father being the King of all the broods. His father was a heartless bastard who tortured his mother and friend, and for that, Brand killed him and left the world of the broods.

Now, Brand is working alone to keep his world secret to the humans and to silence all those shapeshifter...more

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Jan 10, 2012 Tori smexys_sidekick rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

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This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. Originally posted at http://www.smexybooks.com/2012/01/rev...

Having grown up in the violent, oppressive world of the Brood with his father being one of the worst offenders, Brand Geirson has no desire to accept his destiny and rule the clan. Brand walks away from the Brood and never looks back. When a brutal murder points back to the Brood, Brand finds himself having to embrace a destiny he fought against. He must become what he never wanted to be in order to save the only woman he ever loved.

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Having grown up in the violent, oppressive world of the Brood with his father being one of the worst offenders, Brand Geirson has no desire to accept his destiny and rule the clan. Brand walks away from the Brood and never looks back. When a brutal murder points back to the Brood, Brand finds himself having to embrace a destiny he fought against. He must become what he never wanted to be in order to save the only woman he ever loved.

Brand is a Brood, a wolf shape shifter. He turned his back on his world after he killed his father, their king, to stop the atrocities and bloodshed the his father used to ruled. Brand was so brutally tortured as a child, he keeps his wolf safety buried in fear he will submit to the rage and become just like his father. He now owns and operates a security firm and stays as far away from Brood politics as he can. When a human woman is found murdered at a site he provides security for; he recognizes the claw marks and knows a member of the Brood committed the murder. Brand knows he will have to enter back in to Brood in order to determine just how chaotic the clans have become. As Brand navigates his way through a dangerous minefield of exploding emotions and archaic rules, he finds himself at the mercy of those who have decided that he will claim his destiny-or die.

Broods of Fenrir is a dark and sinister urban fantasy that takes us back to a time when shapeshifters were beautiful, savage predators. They take what they want through blood and violence. The weak are viewed as prey to done whatever to. Fast pacing and a cast of charismatic characters makes for an engaging story. Using an interesting mixture of Norse mythology and legends, Ms. Moore creates a world that is real despite it’s paranormal origins with it’s never ending power struggles, emotional rampages, and general make up. This world is not nice. It’s not pretty. There are no soul searching, waxing poetic wolves in here. These are raw savage beasts who cling to their humanity through sheer willpower. They are wolves first and humans later. I found myself cringing during certain scenes and tearing up at others as we are shown just how violent and evil this society can be.

Brand is the ultimate tortured hero. Sexy, strong, ruthless with an underlying vulnerability that has him forever fearful that he will become his father. I liked that his protective streak was tempered by his rational side. His demands all come from an intense desire to keep those he cares for safe. Yet he is smart enough to know that a true strength comes from the ability to trust those around him and ask for help.

Dagny, daughter to the insane and manipulative Isobel, is nothing but a pawn in her mother’s quest for power. Sold into slavery, Dagny’s life has been hell on earth. Isobel’s turbulent past with Brand has her believing that she can mold him into a king that will obey no one-but her. When Dagny and Brand meet-the sparks fly. Dagny is the alpha female that Brand’s wolf has been looking for. The build up of this romance is dark and intriguing as Ms. Moore spends time shaping their emotions all in accordance to their culture. Brand offers Dagny the one thing she craves. The one thing she has suffered for all her life. Freedom and acceptance.

Our secondary characters (good and bad) are all just as richly designed as our protagonists. The woman in this book as just as strong and deadly as the men yet are shackled by cruel tradition. Alice is my favorite. Alice is Brand’s best friend whom Brand saved after she was brutally beaten by another Brood. He is over protective of her and at first you see Alice accepting this. Ms. Moore slowly brings Alice out of her shell and reveals the hidden strength this young and admittedly weak wolf has. She truly shines at the end and shows everyone that true courage is the ability to face what you fear most.

There are three story lines that run concurrently though out. The main conflict and the romance blend nicely together but an attached sub story is weak and underdeveloped. It’s resolution was predictable and fell flat for me. I also wished we could have explored more of the Brand’s history, Brood history, and the other clans that make up this world. The story is told in the present with background given sparingly and with the assumption you already know it.

The main conflict wraps up nicely with action, suspense, and a huge surprise that knock me for a loop. I enjoyed this foray into Ms. Moore’s world and look forward to visiting again.

Overall Rating: C+(less)

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Feb 28, 2012 Lori {Romancing the Dark Side} rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

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Coral Moore has created a werewolf pack like no other!

As the son of the king of the Broods of Fenrir, werewolf (shifter) Brand Geirson was born to rule. Sired by a cruel and unforgiving man, Brand has lived most of his life watching his father's abusive relationship with his mother until he can take it no longer. Doing away with his father, Brand puts an end to the violence and refuses to take his rightful place as heir and live a simple life. Complications to his plan ensue when a human is kill...more Coral Moore has created a werewolf pack like no other!

As the son of the king of the Broods of Fenrir, werewolf (shifter) Brand Geirson was born to rule. Sired by a cruel and unforgiving man, Brand has lived most of his life watching his father's abusive relationship with his mother until he can take it no longer. Doing away with his father, Brand puts an end to the violence and refuses to take his rightful place as heir and live a simple life. Complications to his plan ensue when a human is killed and Brand is forced to return to the pack and world he's forsaken. It's here he meets Dagny, a member of the Brood and daughter of a woman who endured many years of torture at the hands of his father. To save Dagny and his long time friend Alice, Brand must fulfill his birthright as king, in order to save the ones he loves and his people.

Broods of Fenrir is a beautifully written story that takes us into a world of werewolf hierarchy, savage nature and violence, but also shows us a side of loyalty, forgiveness, courage and romance. At first glance it appears to be a dark novel, but within the first couple of chapters I became emotionally invested in Brand and the story's initial "feel" changed. Brand is the ultimate Alpha male (no pun intended!). He's courageous, chivalrous and has a kind heart which make him the perfect hero and a great leader. Brand is level-headed and selfless, never letting his tragic past influence his actions.

The two women in his life are just as strong as Brand, each with her own story of pain and suffering. The friendship between Brand and Alice is pure and unconditional, there isn't anything they won't do for the other. When the relationship between Brand and Dagny blooms, I was afraid there would be some sort of love triangle, but I was pleasantly surprised when everyone meshed and got along. Dagny appears to be a damsel in distress when you first meet her but she soon shows she's anything but. It's great to see a couple where the man and woman are equal in strength and courage. I love their love, it's sometimes primal but always true.

An alluring paranormal world, a well developed plot and superb characters make Broods of Fenrir an exceptional read! The author does a splendid job of conveying the culture and traditions of Brand's world, sparing no detail; the addition of Norse Mythology was brilliant! Non-stop thrills and surprising revelations will keep you on the edge of your seat and completely immersed in Ms. Moore's bewitching world of werewolves. Broods of Fenrir will leave you hungry for more!

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Mar 04, 2012 Heather Robbins rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

This starts out with a bang! Straight out you get a look at how the Brood deals with their own. It's not a pretty sight. She builds the world around them right away and very well. It's harsh and at the basic level of survival of the fittest.

Brand...This is one tough guy. Put through absolute hell while in the brood, he was to be the King. Killing his own father and leaving has left him on the outside, where he likes it. I really like Brand. Although he is vicious he controls what he is because...more

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Jan 18, 2012 Anna rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

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Brand Geirson has been running away from his past and his destiny ever since he killed his brutal father. But with his loved ones in danger, he must come back to his past and the throne - if he expects his world to survive.

A riveting tale. I found lead character Brand to be fascinating. Not your average Alpha - but a delight all the same. The beautiful cover made me eager to read this one and find out more about Brand. Broods of Fenrir is an intense, fast moving story. The shapeshifters here see...more

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Feb 02, 2012 Randi Rogue rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Please be aware that some potential readers may consider the following to be spoilers. I am merely listing a few lines that were among my favorites in this concise, focused, sensual, and engaging story.

"A crown for the taking and you won't bend your neck enough to have it placed on your head."

"This is why mankind glories in subjugating the wild. To feel the ferocity of nature bent to your will is the most thrilling sensation."

"A current of sadness flowed from her that tasted like old metal in hi...more

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Jan 15, 2012 Proserpine rated it 4 of 5 stars

I don't know how to bring or even start my review about this story, I've been drew by the cover (again) and look at these eyes, they are kind of scary, no? Anyway, while I was reading this book, I really past over all kind of feelings... At first I was thrilled to read it, (the blurb seems to be good) but when I first start to read the prologue I was thinking to myself what kind of book is this??? The story is really interesting even if it's no something we never read about: Brand's (the main ch...more I don't know how to bring or even start my review about this story, I've been drew by the cover (again) and look at these eyes, they are kind of scary, no? Anyway, while I was reading this book, I really past over all kind of feelings... At first I was thrilled to read it, (the blurb seems to be good) but when I first start to read the prologue I was thinking to myself what kind of book is this??? The story is really interesting even if it's no something we never read about: Brand's (the main character) supposed to be king of his Broods but he never accepted the kind of life and rules his Broods was living on,(like, forever). So he decided to leave and live by his own. As you can guess, Brand will have no choice to come back and fight to claim what should be his. Typical, but not the least!

This book is one of the most violent story I read so far! My Gosh even in the prologue, the reader will rapidly understand what kind of society Brand was living in and why he left. The battle between the males are atroce. I sometime had to put the book down to be able to continue my reading. The one thing I hate in this story was the fact the story is writen in our time, but still, the female are treated savagely. In Broods of Fenrir, female are treat like things that can only procreate, blood/sexual slaves and at best, part of treat between Broods and be exchange (hoping to be in a better Broods). They are weak and lower beings!!! Brand didn't accept that kind of life and want to make it better (in a way).

I really liked to read about Brand, as the main character. There is no enough male main characters in PNR books and Brand was a great, handsome, and caring character. He's one of the few people who want to do the right thing and make the change for the best. But also, he won't back down and he will fight until the end to protect the one he cares about. Just like a big brother who came to the rescue.

Dagny and Alice are two different female characters, but they are both charming in they way. Brand will encounter and save Alice's life. Since she's a weak shifter, Brand will take care of her and bring her into good Broods. She's lovely and always think about others. I thought they will be great together as a couple. Dagny's the savage beauty that can kick-ass, even if she's a female. She's fiercer and stronger then many males of the Broods. She's an intelligent women and could probably get everything she wanted if she wasn't just a low female in the males brains! She's also a surprising character but I won't tell you more!

Even if the story is deja vu, the plot and action are great, the great pace keep the reader hooked. Well writen with much details I appreciated the style of the author: Coral Moore. I really like to read this one, although the plot is not only on the political and violent society of the Broods, the characters will have to take down new enemies. I didn't know the author before I apply to get my hand on this book. The author did a great job with this story, I always wanted to know more and what would happens to Brand. Coral Moore had also written Feral Attraction (Eric story). I recommend this book to every Shapeshifters and Paranormal Romance readers!
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Dec 25, 2012 Simone rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I received a copy of this novel in exchange for my honest review. Brand Geirson is next in line to rule. Unfortunately, he doesn’t want to rule, he doesn’t want anything but to be left alone. But while avoiding his brood, a werewolf has killed a human and he must return. This book is fast paced and a great read, although very violent. This is a book certainly not for kids, however, if you’re an adult and into werewolves and the paranormal, then this is a pretty interesting book for you and defin...more

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Jan 24, 2012 Melissa rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

A stunning read! Tortured hero, ShapeShifter, Norse mythology mixed with the Urban Fantasy how could you not want to pick up this book? The author did an incredible job bringing the characters to life and the reality in which they live in. The pace and plot was so perfectly put together it will have you at the edge of your seat, holding on to your breathe. This was a great read and one I can see myself rereading. I do recommend it to any one who loves the harder side of the paranormal romance ge...more

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Jan 31, 2012 Laura rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I was fortunate to win this book from a giveaway on Goodreads. I was so excited to win the giveaway, but honestly I would have rushed out to buy it if I hadn't.

OMG! I LOVE this story! I could not put this book down and now i'm craving more. Fortunately Coral has 2 short stories to add to the storyline. Great cast of strong characters. For me this book was a perfect balance between violence & sex, myth & modern world... just a perfect adult werewolf story. I can't wait to read more and h...more

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Apr 28, 2012 Tabitha rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Ahh! This book is seriously amazing, it made me remember why I used to be scared of werewolves when I was younger. The wolves in this book are sugar coated into seeming like nice creatures. They are what they are which is brutal and violent creatures that enslave women and treat them like property instead of people.

I really liked the fact that the wolves in this story were so much different then the ones you usually read about these days. They were cold and brutal just like werewolves were inte...more Ahh! This book is seriously amazing, it made me remember why I used to be scared of werewolves when I was younger. The wolves in this book are sugar coated into seeming like nice creatures. They are what they are which is brutal and violent creatures that enslave women and treat them like property instead of people.

I really liked the fact that the wolves in this story were so much different then the ones you usually read about these days. They were cold and brutal just like werewolves were intended to be. I honestly didn’t put this book down once while reading it. I read it in like 4 hours which must be some sort of a record for me! It was really good. The romance in this book was really subtle and slow building. It wasn’t rushed at all which was great.

Brand is exactly what I want to read about in a main character. From the very beginning of the book you can tell that he is selfless and would do anything for the ones he loves, and throughout the book he proves that over and over again. Not to confuse you he is just as brutal as the other wolves, but he has a conscious to go along with it which makes all the difference. The next character I’m going to talk about is Alice. She cares so much for Brand it’s insane and despite the horrible life she was saved from she still has so much faith in the world and especially Brand it’s amazing. Then there’s Dagny, oh where do I begin with this character.....When she was first introduced she seemed like she would be an extremely weak character, but as the story progressed you got to see how strong she really was. Plus she threw in some serious plot twists. The characters of this book all worked so well together, they seemed to just I don’t know compliment each other.

I recommend this book to anyone who is a fan of paranormal fantasy books! It’s seriously amazing. AHHH! I can’t get it out of my head. I keep thinking what will happen next, and in my book that’s what really makes a great story.

Favorite Quote:
Brand snapped the phone shut. “Come On.”
A shy smile curled the corners of her lips. “Really?”
“Why Not? You’re going to ask me. I’m going to struggle to say no while you stare at me with those gorgeous eyes. You’re going to do something really cute, and I’m going to give in. This just saves time.”
She blinked, but her smile deepened. “Call me cute again, and I’m going to punch you.”- Brand to Dagny.(less)

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Mar 02, 2012 Diayll rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Originally Reviewed at: Mother/Gamer/Writer
Rating: 4 out of 5 Controllers
Review Source: From the Author For Honest Review
Reviewer: Heather

Brand, a lone wolf who turned his back on his chance to be king, is at the very heart of this story. He fights to save the female members of the brood from torture and enslavement. The old Norse wolves live in ancient times with their barbaric methods, but ever since Brand was a young pup he knew in his heart that this wasn’t right.

Brand chooses to turn his b...more

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Feb 21, 2012 Rachelvdb rated it 2 of 5 stars · review of another edition

The concept of this story was amazing. The history of the broods, and the characters was really interesting, and drew me in. I feel that this story had a lot of unfulfilled potential. It needed more fleshing out of the backstories, and definitely needed more character development. The writing style was poor as well. I was often distracted from dramatic plot happenings by the choppy writing style.
So overall, I enjoyed the story but it left me feeling vaguely disappointed.

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Dec 09, 2011 Tona rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Werewolves, love and action who could ask for anything more. I read this book in a day. I couldn't put it down. I loved the character of Alice. She reminded me of a werewolf version of Melonie from Gone with the Wind.

Brand wants nothing to do with his family. He doesnt agree with the treatment of the others in his families brood. Because of this, he gives up his right to be King after he kills his father. But will he have to be King to save the ones he loves?

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Feb 06, 2012 Sarah rated it 2 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: 2010s, fantasy, wereworlves

I received this book for free through Goodreads First Reads.

The cover picture of this book really caught my eye. I love the way his eyes have a surreal glow, that makes him look more wolf like. However the man on the front cover does not look like the character described in the book, in my opinion.

This book got a middling 3 stars from me for a mixture of reasons. The story was catching. I think the way the politics of the different broods (packs) was described was authentic and believable. Howev...more

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Jan 19, 2013 Jasmyn rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: kindle, bitten-by-paranormal-romance, fiction, paranormal-romance, werewolf

Brand is an amazing character - he mixed just enough of the broody werewolf with the protecting and honorable hero to make him deep enough to really really like. The relationship he has with the other shapeshifters is quite an interesting one. As the one meant to rule them all, they should honor him, but since he threw it all away and lives without a pack of his own, they all look down on him at the same time. This causes him to become the target of a female wolf from his past who is just a bit...more

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Jun 19, 2012 Rebecca rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: norse-fantasy, favorites

This is a super action, thrill, romance, danger, tension and drama packed norse fantasy from a very talented writer. It has a large dose of norse mythology but subtle enough to not baffle any non-nordic readers, has all the drama and action of a Sookie Stackhouse adventure plus the mystery and danger to go with it. I loved reading it every page and was gutted when it finally ended which was too soon! Coral really captures the spirit, essence and character of wolves and beautifully transports it...more

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