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Instinct (Holloway Pack 0)

by J.A. Belfield (Goodreads Author)

4.27 of 5 stars 4.27 · rating details · 44 ratings · 19 reviews

Werewolf Sean Holloway treats the village marketplace like a sexual buffet, though his charm does little to win over his latest entrée of choice. Whether because of Jem Stonehouse’s unique scent, her headstrong nonchalance, or the fact he is forbidden to see her by his pack’s rules, Sean wants her.

When Jem is nothing but flippant toward his advances, he pursues her with v...more

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Dec 23, 2011 Ambur rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Well, I'm sure it will come as no surprise that I loved Instinct. I have yet to read one of J.A. Belfield's books that I haven't liked, or loved actually...and if Sean's involved, it usually leads to an automatic love for me. (Although, I love me some Ethan, too, but I think everyone does really. ;D)

Instinct is a novella that predates Darkness and Light, it also predates the Sean and Jem from it...in fact, this novella shows the very first Sean and Jem. I love that we get to see Sean and Jem in...more Well, I'm sure it will come as no surprise that I loved Instinct. I have yet to read one of J.A. Belfield's books that I haven't liked, or loved actually...and if Sean's involved, it usually leads to an automatic love for me. (Although, I love me some Ethan, too, but I think everyone does really. ;D)

Instinct is a novella that predates Darkness and Light, it also predates the Sean and Jem from it...in fact, this novella shows the very first Sean and Jem. I love that we get to see Sean and Jem in a different time, and get to see them being completely different. Don't get me wrong, I love Darkness and Light Sean and Jem, but I'm also a huge sucker for past lives. :)

Sean is a big-time womanizer...seriously, he has a different lady every Tuesday...the one time his older brother (and alpha) lets him visit the market...until he meets Jem that is. :) Once Sean smells Jem's wonderful scent and lays eyes on her, he is a total goner. Other girls just don't appeal to him anymore, and he actually wants to...egad!...talk to a woman...while she still has clothes on. Blasphemy, but he does it. :P Okay, now I'm going to be serious. Sean pretty much does a 180 once he meets Jem, and the more time he spends with her, the more compelled he becomes. I loved falling in love with them. It was wonderful, and despite all of the things standing in their way, Sean is still determined to be with her. He's just so determined, and I love that about Sean...even if he is a total extremist. :P

One of the things that I found the most interesting about Instinct was that we get Sean's side of their love. In Darkness and Light, it's all Jem, so Instinct is almost a reversal in a sense, especially since Jem seems to be more hesitant one in their relationship. In Instinct, the circumstances are all different, and Jem is unsure, but a lot more willing to be with Sean...of course, she also doesn't have a husband already in this one. :P

I loved Instinct! It's a fantastic novella, and I think you could read it before or after Darkness and Light. It's really up to you, but personally, I liked having read Darkness and Light because it was kind of nice going from where they are now to looking back at where their relationship truly started. I completely recommend Instinct, and the rest of the books in the Holloway Pack series. I love this series, and I think that J.A. Belfield tells amazing werewolf stories. :D

Have you read any of J.A. Belfield's books yet? Thoughts on Sean?
Do you like werewolves? What about British werewolves...hmmm?
And, what do you think about past lives? (less)

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Jul 01, 2012 Dahlia (yadkny) rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: Paranormal Romance Lovers

Sean Holloway's insatiable appetite for the female form knows no bounds until a new scent captures his attention. When the hunt for the owner of such captivating aroma brings him to Jem Stonehouse, Sean is at once taken by the sight of her and intrigued by these sensations she solely stirs. Her fragrance stays with him long after she boldly turns down his attentions and walks away, but Sean's pursuit is only further piqued by this and will not be denied. Not even by the firm objections from his...more

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Apr 01, 2012 Sandra "Jeanz" rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

MY REVIEW

Instinct by J.A. Belfield is a novella "prequel" and is the beginning of the Holloway Pack Series.
I really loved this novella, its kind of the prequel or the history you need to know for the next books to make total sense. It's well written to the point you cannot put it down. The descriptions make it possible for you to visualise the surrounding of the characters as well as what the characters look like too.
Its a lovely romance. I love how Sean finally meets his mate and lets say his m...more

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Dec 29, 2011 S. Winters rated it 5 of 5 stars

I did not expect to like this prequel. I prefer to ignore prequels all together. I was drawn into it by the first book, “Darkness and Light. “Instinct” was just as fun, just as witty a read.

J. A. is a highly descriptive writer and her writing drops you into the story to such a degree that it is always a wrench to pop back into reality afterwards. Sean and Jem’s love story was as enjoyable read as their later love story in “Darkness and Light” was.

I loved seeing how things Sean and Jem original...more

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Feb 04, 2013 Amanda rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: authors-j-a-belfield, fiction, kindle, read-in-2013, romance, werewolf-books

This novella really delves into who Sean and Jem first met. I loved it being from Sean's point of view. I had enjoyed the excerpts from his point of view at the end of Darkness & Light. His narration is more satisfying for me and straight forward. Their first meeting was more sweet and restrained then I thought. My only gripes are what was missing from the story. Like their binding ritual. When the book ends there is no mention of Jem's mother accepting Sean and their love. And how did Sean...more

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Sep 19, 2012 Lolita rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: e-books, books-that-i-own, already-released

I enjoyed this more then I expected. After reading Blue Moon the second book in this series I decided I also should read the prequels, which up so far I forgot about. And I was surprised at how good and interesting the story was.

This prequel is about when Jem and Sean meet in another time period, I am not totaly sure which time period. I think this is the first time they meet. The story is a bit predictable and I think they fell in love a little bit too fast, but it was a very enjoyable prequel...more I enjoyed this more then I expected. After reading Blue Moon the second book in this series I decided I also should read the prequels, which up so far I forgot about. And I was surprised at how good and interesting the story was.

This prequel is about when Jem and Sean meet in another time period, I am not totaly sure which time period. I think this is the first time they meet. The story is a bit predictable and I think they fell in love a little bit too fast, but it was a very enjoyable prequel and I liked seeing more of Jem and Seans past. Also this prequel is told from Seans pov and I liked seeing his point of view. Be aware that this is a short story, so it is short, but actually I didn't really mind. I would've preferred a bit more elaboration on certain point, but this prequel tells the story it has to tell and there is another prequel that follows this one if you want to read more.

Both characters are slightly different then in darkness en light and Jem keeps formally calling Sean Mr Holloway, it was fun. I liked seeing how they where different, but also still the same persons. The only thing that really bothered me is that I couldn't get a good view of who was in the pack andhow they related to each other.

I think the story could've used a bit more world building. I was a bit confused if this really was the first time Jem and Sean met (with this I mean if this was the first life in which they met). And which time it was actually, it is in the past, but I would've liked a bit more gluess and hint to sugest which time period it was and what was considered normal in this time. There isn't any explanation about the werewolves, so I guess it is expected that you read book 1 darkness and light first.

To conclude: a very enjoyable short story. I liked seeing Jem and Sean in one of their other lives and the differences and similarities in their personalities. I was a bit confused about the pack and the personalities of Seans pack members, but I guess this story is too short to go into that in depth. Also I would've liked some more hints about which time period this was. All in all a very enjoyable short story and a must read if you like this series.(less)

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Jan 09, 2012 Jocelyn Adams rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: favorites, fantasy, over-18-reads, urban-fantasy, paranormal-romance, werewolves, romance

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. Yes!

I finally found time to read Instinct. Like a ravenous reading beast, I devour pretty much any story J. A. Belfield writes, so I couldn't wait to get my hands on this little lovely. As usual, she did not disappoint me. Five of these little babies from me ☆☆☆☆☆, deserving of every single one.

First off I have to say I LOVE this cover. The colors and lighting are eye-catching enough, but then I noticed the subtle detail of Sean's shadow taking the shape of a wolf. Very creative and fitting, and...more

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Dec 26, 2011 Danielle Smiley rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: my-e-books, pnr-urban-fantasy

This is such a beautiful novella; historical, paranormal and an epic love story all in one. As a prequel, it's not something that needs to be read beforehand nor does it need to be read after the first book. It's amazing as a stand alone story without the support of the series (other than you'll be left wanting more!).

The story is told from Sean's point of view and it is so well done. Belfield's descriptive writing immerses you in the story until you can feel the forest around you. The plot move...more

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Oct 20, 2011 Aimee Laine rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: All historical, paranormal romance lovers who also love werewolves!

As a fellow author with J.A. Belfield, I have the opportunity to read ARCs of her works. In fact, I've read this one so long ago that I had to re-read the ARC to remember all the minute details. Like how Sean is so amazingly loving to this women when you know (for a fact) he's a damn womanizer. How Jem is so snobby and hoity-toity (that's a southern thing) that she reminds me of the southern belles of the south.

And ... (you really do want to click this because it's profound) (view spoiler)...more As a fellow author with J.A. Belfield, I have the opportunity to read ARCs of her works. In fact, I've read this one so long ago that I had to re-read the ARC to remember all the minute details. Like how Sean is so amazingly loving to this women when you know (for a fact) he's a damn womanizer. How Jem is so snobby and hoity-toity (that's a southern thing) that she reminds me of the southern belles of the south.

And ... (you really do want to click this because it's profound) (view spoiler)

Reading Instinct is like sitting at my grandparents feet and listening to how they fell in love and knowing they are right there in front of me to show me that it still lasts. In this case, the 'grandparents' is the novel Darkness & Light and the story being told is Instinct.

As a novella, this took no time for me to read and boy did I want more. Luckily, I've heard there's another prequel coming ... sometime ... eventually ... hopefully sooner than later because I do love Sean! (yes with the !).

5 stars all the way. Love it. Swoon from it. Read it again.(less)

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Dec 18, 2011 Renée - Novel Nutcase rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: holloway-pack-story, urban-fantasy-adult, i-own-kobo, i-won, i-own-read

In this way to short but amazingly funny prequel to the sexy novel Darkness & Light is womanizer Sean Holloway mesmerized by the scent of the beautiful Jem Stonehouse.

Belfield does it again. When you read the novel you can feel the love between Jem and Sean. Jem is a lucky girl, who in the world doesn't want to be loved as much as Sean loves her.

The only thing that bothers my about this novel is that it's way way way way way to short!!! I want to read more about the adventures of Jem and Sea...more

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Sep 12, 2012 Tiffany rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: read-really-soon, ebooks, extras-short-stories-and-novellas, 2012-challenge

4.5 Stars

I've had several of my goodreads friends recommend J.A. Belfield's books. I finally decided to dive into the world of the Holloway Pack and I'm ever so glad I did. The writing was elegant and the plot was well thought out and interesting. I loved seeing the start of Jem's and Sean's relationship. I will admit I am not a fan of historical writing but I did enjoy it in this aspect. Especially knowing it is setting up for a modern day story. This is a short but great start to the series an...more

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Jan 03, 2013 Cassandra rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: paranormal-romance, werewolf

Okay I won the book Blue Moon, and I thought it didn't make sense to read the 2nd book first. So I bought this short story and book 1. This was my first taste of J.A. Belfield, and I loved it :) I loved the story of Sean fighting for Jem. The story sucked me in, and I wanted more. I definitely want to read the entire story :)

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Feb 26, 2013 Angarad rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

First meeting for Sean and Jem from Sean's point of view. It help understand him better ad see and feel what he feels for Jem. Wish I had one sexy werewolf for myself.

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Feb 19, 2012 Danielle rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I am not a hugh fan of historicals or when the rake is completely converted because of one, er, girl in this case.

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Jan 11, 2013 Marie rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Another amazing book from J.A. Belfield!! It was sooooo awesome to see how everything started!

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Jan 19, 2012 Terri Rochenski rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Once again, Ms. Belfield delivers. A love story with a little less tension than D&L, but the emotion is there. My senses were engaged from the first page.

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Apr 14, 2013 Perla The IB Teen Book Blogger rated it 3 of 5 stars

Loved this prequel, but I was so confused when I tried reading the sequel that I just quit trying and stuck with my good memories of this one.

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Jan 12, 2012 Sue Tint rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

One of the best novellas I have read in a long time. Review to come

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Jul 24, 2012 Alexandria rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

3.5 stars for this fun little read.

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One day, a character and scene popped into J. A. Belfield’s head, and she started controlling the little people inside her imagination, as though she were the puppet master and they her toys. Questions arose: What would happen if …? How would they react if …? Who would they meet if …? Before she knew it, a singular scene had become an entire movie. The characters she controlled began to hold conve...more

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