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Werecat #2
The Glaring
The second book in Andrew J. Peters’ Werecat series is a new breakneck adventure.
Free from the man who made him a shifter, Jacks restyles himself as Jacks Cherokee while trying to be a good friend and roommate to the only person who would take him in: a young medical student Farzan. But a faction of shifters is on his trail to avenge the death of his maker and claim a powerful item Benoit left behind.
Also in the Werecat series: The Rearing (Book One), The Fugitive (Book Three), and The Sim Ru Prophecy (Book Four).
Free from the man who made him a shifter, Jacks restyles himself as Jacks Cherokee while trying to be a good friend and roommate to the only person who would take him in: a young medical student Farzan. But a faction of shifters is on his trail to avenge the death of his maker and claim a powerful item Benoit left behind.
Also in the Werecat series: The Rearing (Book One), The Fugitive (Book Three), and The Sim Ru Prophecy (Book Four).
68 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 2, 2014
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About the author
Andrew J. Peters
19 books109 followersAndrew J. Peters is an author, an educator, and an activist. His books have won the Silver Falchion award and been a finalist at the Foreword INDIES (The City of Seven Gods), as well as a Readers' Choice pick at The Romance Reviews (the Werecat series). He has written two fantasy books for young adults (The Seventh Pleiade, Banished Sons of Poseidon), and he is the author of the adult novel Poseidon and Cleito.
His latest novel Irresistible is a gay rom-com based on the oldest extant romance novel in the world.
Andrew grew up in Amherst, New York, studied psychology at Cornell University, and has spent most of his career as a social worker and an advocate for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender youth.
Most of Andrew’s work takes inspiration from mythological themes, but as a young writer, he adored Agatha Christie. At Smallwood Elementary School, he was briefly a literary celebrity when his school principal invited him to read from his novel Murder at Moosewood Mansion over the P.A. system at lunch.
In the 90s, Andrew founded a ‘Coffeehouse’ in suburban Long Island to provide a safe place for LGBT teens to make friends, express themselves through the creative arts, and get help if they needed it. While he writes about fantasy worlds, his work tends to feature LGBT characters, and he is proud to write gay fiction for readers of all ages.
Andrew lives in New York City with his husband Genaro and their cat Chloë. Outside of writing, he is an administrator and an adjunct professor at Adelphi University School of Social Work.
Andrew is also on Patreon where you can climb aboard his ship on his journey across the rollicking sea of authorhood.
His latest novel Irresistible is a gay rom-com based on the oldest extant romance novel in the world.
Andrew grew up in Amherst, New York, studied psychology at Cornell University, and has spent most of his career as a social worker and an advocate for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender youth.
Most of Andrew’s work takes inspiration from mythological themes, but as a young writer, he adored Agatha Christie. At Smallwood Elementary School, he was briefly a literary celebrity when his school principal invited him to read from his novel Murder at Moosewood Mansion over the P.A. system at lunch.
In the 90s, Andrew founded a ‘Coffeehouse’ in suburban Long Island to provide a safe place for LGBT teens to make friends, express themselves through the creative arts, and get help if they needed it. While he writes about fantasy worlds, his work tends to feature LGBT characters, and he is proud to write gay fiction for readers of all ages.
Andrew lives in New York City with his husband Genaro and their cat Chloë. Outside of writing, he is an administrator and an adjunct professor at Adelphi University School of Social Work.
Andrew is also on Patreon where you can climb aboard his ship on his journey across the rollicking sea of authorhood.
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July 28, 2015
2.5, rounded up
Jacks adjusts to the changes in his life in this installment of the series, made more difficult by juggling three jobs and dealing with the police who are suspicious of the big cat sightings. We also learn about the consequences of Jacks killing Benoit, with hunters from The Gathering planning to provide justice by killing Jacks. Side note: as a cat lover, I was a little creeped out by the role domestic cats played in this world.
After the introduction of the first book, I expected more character development in this one. The storyline still kept my interest, but I didn't like Jack as much in this book, and that made it difficult to connect with him. His character was stiff, awkward, and making some bad choices.
My problem was I wanted a romance, and this...wasn't. I wanted to see growing feelings and a developing relationship. I liked Farzan and I wanted to see him with someone who loved him without reservation. Jacks' feelings seemed more lukewarm.
There were a couple scenes with the two friends getting intimate, but even though we were told of Jacks' attraction, I didn't feel it, especially in the second scene, which fell flat for me and mostly happened off page. What we did get had too much telling and felt awkward. There were also some phrases in both scenes that made my face do weird things. And then...they were in love.
???? More weird things happening to my face.
I think it works best to read this as a non-romance story. The author has created an intriguing world, and if I focus on the shifter story, I'm much happier. It did feel like this book was mostly a bridge to the next one, though, and not a complete story on it's own. I almost didn't want to rate it on its own, but decided to give it 2.5 stars because I'm still fascinated by this world and I want to know more.
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Jacks adjusts to the changes in his life in this installment of the series, made more difficult by juggling three jobs and dealing with the police who are suspicious of the big cat sightings. We also learn about the consequences of Jacks killing Benoit, with hunters from The Gathering planning to provide justice by killing Jacks. Side note: as a cat lover, I was a little creeped out by the role domestic cats played in this world.
After the introduction of the first book, I expected more character development in this one. The storyline still kept my interest, but I didn't like Jack as much in this book, and that made it difficult to connect with him. His character was stiff, awkward, and making some bad choices.
My problem was I wanted a romance, and this...wasn't. I wanted to see growing feelings and a developing relationship. I liked Farzan and I wanted to see him with someone who loved him without reservation. Jacks' feelings seemed more lukewarm.
There were a couple scenes with the two friends getting intimate, but even though we were told of Jacks' attraction, I didn't feel it, especially in the second scene, which fell flat for me and mostly happened off page. What we did get had too much telling and felt awkward. There were also some phrases in both scenes that made my face do weird things. And then...they were in love.
???? More weird things happening to my face.
I think it works best to read this as a non-romance story. The author has created an intriguing world, and if I focus on the shifter story, I'm much happier. It did feel like this book was mostly a bridge to the next one, though, and not a complete story on it's own. I almost didn't want to rate it on its own, but decided to give it 2.5 stars because I'm still fascinated by this world and I want to know more.
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November 30, 2014
Well the premise is still as intriguing as the first book. But too bad I need characters with rationality to make it work unless I am only reading my books superficially or said character is mentally challenged. Unfortunately I am a rather critical reader. It's not unreasonable to demand some standard for books I spent money and time on.
The romance has certainly taken a back seat in this installment and I am not even sure if this book could be called gay erotica or even gay romance. I am rather surprised to find that the anticipated sex scene between the new couple in this book was censored. Huh? Have I been reading a YA all along? Or have this series taken a sudden detour from blood and pain X-rate worthy sex since book one to a PG-13 now?
* Reviewed on 30th November 2014
July 15, 2017
This story follows the aftermath of Jacks' turning and relationships with men. Good story and I love the werecat mythology and being tied to native american heritage..Jacks' friendship with Farzan deepens as well!
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April 26, 2014
A Joyfully Jay review.
3.75 stars
The Glaring is the second book in Andrew J. Peters’ Werecat series and it follows directly from the first, The Rearing. The first book takes us through the development of the relationship between Jacks and Benoit, Jacks’ turning, and ultimately to Benoit’s death. Now in The Glaring we are seeing the aftermath as Jacks tries to put his life back together. When he ran off with Benoit, Jacks pretty much gave up his old life and can’t return to it. No one would understand where he was or what happened to him. So now he is living off the books, working under the table jobs and living with Farzan and trying to figure out what to do next.
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3.75 stars
The Glaring is the second book in Andrew J. Peters’ Werecat series and it follows directly from the first, The Rearing. The first book takes us through the development of the relationship between Jacks and Benoit, Jacks’ turning, and ultimately to Benoit’s death. Now in The Glaring we are seeing the aftermath as Jacks tries to put his life back together. When he ran off with Benoit, Jacks pretty much gave up his old life and can’t return to it. No one would understand where he was or what happened to him. So now he is living off the books, working under the table jobs and living with Farzan and trying to figure out what to do next.
Read Jay's review in its entirety here.
September 22, 2014
I decided to dive into this series last year, and I'm so happy I did! This book and its predecessor (which you don't absolutely need to read first, but you may as well) are thoroughly enjoyable stories filled with action, suspense, and fun. The author doesn't hit you over the head with sci-fi facts or descriptions, but rather presents the stories as completely believable fiction.
The book is short in the best way possible, filled with adventure and exciting storytelling, but not stringing you along too far either. By the time you're done, you're both thoroughly satisfied and hoping the author has another book on the loose soon!
Grab this one and devour it like I did. The Werecat is waiting!
The book is short in the best way possible, filled with adventure and exciting storytelling, but not stringing you along too far either. By the time you're done, you're both thoroughly satisfied and hoping the author has another book on the loose soon!
Grab this one and devour it like I did. The Werecat is waiting!
September 17, 2014
Though the romance takes a back seat in this story, I'm very glad that I read it. The story is different and exciting, the characters are well developed. The romance feels more realistic than the usual instal ova of shifter fiction. Love it and I can't wait for the next instalment of the extremely exciting series.
March 18, 2014
3.75 out of 5
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