My Partner and Me

Shifters and Partners #2

by Hollis Shiloh

Being mates makes everything perfect—doesn't it?

Sean is happy with his mate, Tom. As far as he's concerned, life is golden. Except for when it isn't. Their work is dangerous. While Sean's recovering from his most recent injury, he hears a little girl in his head, calling for help. And his wolf side is acting up: too sensitive, too vulnerable. He needs Tom more than ever, especially when it means facing his family and old wounds. Even if things are never truly right for his wolf side, at least he has his mate who will never leave him…right?

Genres: Shapeshifters, M M Romance, Paranormal, Fantasy, LGBT, Contemporary, Gay

323 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 15, 2015

Reviews

[namericanwordcat · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not sure Tom and Sean needed a second book but this one is much better than the first.

They are mated and a great deal of the deals with settling into couple hood and a case as well as the world building.

You could happily start the series here though this book makes it seems like this series might be a para cop series and really the rest are more romances with cop elements. New couples, thank goodness, but Tom and Sean make very cool appearances.

[Carol · Rating 4 out of 5]

The first book, [My Partner the Wolf] was told mostly from Tom’s point of view. In this one we get to hear from Sean...the wolf shifter and Tom’s work partner and his mate. I couldn’t help but like Sean but hated how he was treated by the other cops that he and Tom worked with. It was almost like he was a second-class citizen...and not because he was gay but because he was a shifter. I think how many missing persons cases he and Tom solved when he was in wolf form would have earned him more respect. Sean puts his whole heart into finding the lost people...especially the children. Tom is still sometimes a hot mess but he’s coming along after his divorce. It was also nice meeting some of the other members of the wolf pack and seeing Sean interact with the young wolves. I hope that Hollis Shiloh will carry the series on a little further with Tom and Sean.

[Shandra · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sean is so much more fun!

Having Sean's perspective was so much more fun than living in the emotional wasteland which makes up Tom's mind. I really loved the way Sean saw the world since it was alternately very complicated or extremely simple in a way I think we'd all do better with if we could just put our issues aside to focus on the "heart" of any matter. I loved his dreams about Tom as a wolf with him and the little girl who needed him so much.

I liked getting the opportunity to see the pack Sean came from even if I completely understood his reasoning how how they would never, ever be his family again. They'd rejected him at a time when he'd needed acceptance. They'd pushed him out unprepared into a world which could have killed him in too many ways. There are some wounds which never heal. They're not meant to heal. We have some wounds which last so we don't get hurt the same way more than once.

Sean couldn't have survived another hurt like losing his pack. I'm glad Tom understood his thinking eventually.

I admit I did like Tom using his ridiculous sensitivity to help Sean find an answer to how he was supposed to live his life as a wolf who'd lost his pack if he couldn't ever seem to trust another pack to take him in. I liked they had their own "pack" with the program and Singh and Rals. I really loved their wedding. It was really a lot of emotional emotions being emotional -and I think there was still way too much crying in this book- but I liked the conclusion to Sean and Tom's love story more than the opening. I'd recommend this read over the first book, but I do think it should be read in sequence rather than as a standalone complex.

[Hollis Shiloh]

This is out Feb 15. Hope you guys aren't too disappointed in Sean's version of the world. :)

[jaxnsmom · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was interesting hearing Sean's pov, but there was so much repeating of his thoughts and the issues he and Tommy were having that I kept thinking I was rereading sections.

[Danielle Gypsy Soul · Rating 3 out of 5]

I still didn't love this one and the characters were at times overly emotional for my tastes. However, I'm still intrigued by this series so I will keep reading it. I did enjoy getting Sean's POV and I liked that he saw the world in simple terms in some ways. I also like that the author didn't take the easy or usual direction of having Sean reunite with his pack.

[Alexis Woods · Rating 3 out of 5]

Better than book one (this is a continuation of the two MCs, Tom and Sean), but still a lot of mental repetition that dragged on the storyline. Excellent ending.

[Hc · Rating 3 out of 5]

So, I have decided to read up on Joey's story...
but obviously I'm a glutton for punishment.

The world through Sean's eyes WAS better than Tom's. However I still feel like there's way too much crying. Feels like their man card should be revoked or something. Yeah a little harsh and nothing again the more sensitives. Just being presented with an alpha like type and then effeminating him just didn't work for me.

[AyoDollFace · Rating 1 out of 5]

DNF

I didn't like that there were no chapters and also that it was in a single point of view. It was like reading someones journal. I've never been a fan of single POVs and after reading the first book I was hoping this one would have both MCs POVs but that was not the case. I really would have liked to read Joey's story but from the little peak I got, it is also just one POV so I'm done with this series.

[Lila Hunter · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 out of 5

[Amber · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked this one a little bit better than the first one. This book actually balances out the first book in that we get to see how Sean views their partnership and love. Instead of focusing on Tom's whiny background noise Sean is a more straightforward guy. I liked that this book didn't take the simple path of having Sean find a pack and heal his wounds from his past. It also didn't take the easy path with the little girl where she is reunited completely with her pack. I admit Tom still rubs me the wrong way at times but this is a series I still want to explore more of.

[John-Torleif Harris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it

I loved that we got to see everything through Sean's POV in this book. Both Sean and Tom feel so broken, in their own bog books, and think that the other is so much stronger. I felt that this book really brought Sean and Tom together in a way that was hopeful and where they truly got their HEA.

[Michael · Rating 2 out of 5]

I'm glad to finally get more into Sean's character, but this book feels like it needs to be part of the first one instead of its own stand-alone story. If you could integrate both of these into one book, it would be a much better product overall.

[Wax · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's been a while since I read the first book, but I did enjoy seeing how a more established couple gets along in the relationship. The MCs have a bit of growing to do. It's sad that the next book is about a different couple.

[Gerald Sessions · Rating 5 out of 5]

Insecurity

Tom and Sean both have a lot of baggage and a lot of stuff to work through. A couple of tough cases really rock their world.

[Chiara · Rating 2 out of 5]

I have to admit I surrendered 75% through and could not finish. Just too much unnecessary drama and whining with no real plot. This the end of the series for me...

[Mnms · Rating 4 out of 5]

A bit less angst, a bit more sap, but otherwise quite like the first one.

[Susan65 · Rating 4 out of 5]

We are back with Sean and Tom, but this time they are a newly established couple. Lowell is history, for the most part, but we find that the love birds have a couple wrinkles that need to be ironed out before either one feels secure in their new relationship. I am a sucker for jealousy and making my guys work hard for their happy ending, but these two seem to take it to the extreme. Nothing is simple, and communication is not one of their strong points.

Sean has some major emotional and psychological issues he needs help with, and Tom barely recovered from the betrayal of his ex-husband, Lowell. He really needed more time to get past his failed marriage, but Sean needed stability…a recipe for disaster. We finally get to meet Sean’s pack, his family, and even though I understand why he never wanted to go back, I think he needed to give his cousin, Tony, and his uncle a little more credit. I get that they didn’t do much when he needed them most, but Tony was a young wolf too, and who goes against an alpha? At least Tony tried and for that I thought he deserved a little credit or recognition.

This story was centered mainly around Sean and his major issues. He is weak as a lone wolf, but deadly as a man. He is willing to do or say anything to hold onto Tom, and Tom seems to be a little oblivious of Sean’s internal struggles. I admit I thought Tom was a bit clueless, but it turns out that he really wasn’t, and he gives Sean exactly what he needs to settle his wolf and his human side down.

I like shifters and I like human-shifter partnerships so this story has all the elements that I prefer to read. I would have liked them both to be a little more tough, but I understand that their struggles were real and not everyone can be a superhero all the time. Looking forward to seeing how the next book plays out.

The Blogger Girls

[Light]

4.5 / 5


Shifters and Partners #1 was the first book I read by this author and I really enjoyed it. When I heard there would be a sequel I was thrilled!

This books picks up where My Partner the Wolf left off, Sean is the narrator and we get to see another side of him, more vulnerable and innocent besides his sort-of badass attitude in book 1. Also, Tom has a more ''dominant'' role, being over protective of Sean.

Besides the constant struggle Sean has with(in) himself, there is a little girl that appears in Sean's dreams asking for help... Here I was a little confused, I thought it'd be a big bad (bloody?) mystery but the dreams were random and only in the last part we know who she is...

Anyways, I loved how things ended! It was better than I expected.

I'd love to see more about these two *making eyes at the author* and also Ralstead and Singh *sighs*. But for now, I will settle for the-very-annoying Joey *yay*.


*I received a copy of the book from the author in exchange for an honest review*

[Sierra · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a good continuation of the first book and covered a *lot* of ground. It was hard seeing and hearing how much of a clingy mess Sean was but he comes a long way by the end of the story. Tom is not without his faults; he just can't seem to wrap his head around and accept that mates are a real thing.There is definite sex in the story (this isn't one of the Hollis's sex-no-sex stories) and it's handled in alternately playful and steamy ways.The book almost felt too long but I think it was because (my one complaint) there was too much repetition. Sean mentions the same thing multiple times throughout the story; things like scentless soap, his restlessness/hyperactivity, and more, get repeated in his narrative throughout the book. Hollis does a great job of showing us things so it's not a case of showing-not-telling, but it got a little frustrating for me. Other than that, I really enjoyed the story from Sean's point of view. There was a solid setup for the next book in the series, one about Joey. Can't wait to read this next one.

[Carly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sean and Tom are back. Partners and mates at work and at home, everything should be perfect, but love isn't always enough.

Sean's wolf is over the moon to have his mate in his arms, but life still isn't easy for a lone wolf without a pack.

Tom is happier with Sean than he ever imagined possible, but the hurt he experienced during his marriage to Lowell casts a shadow over their new relationship.

A mysterious case involving a missing child haunts both of them, and tension at the police station runs high.

MY PARTNER AND ME picks up where MY PARTNER THE WOLF left off, but from Sean's point of view. His honest what-you-see-is-what-you-get human personality and intense emotionalism while in wolf form combines into a captivating story about compromise, commitment, letting go and living for love.

My OFFICIAL REVIEW written for Carly’s Book Reviews

[joani · Rating 4 out of 5]

Better then the First

This book was a lot better then the first book. This is more in-depth with Sean and Tom's relationship. They actually have sex that we could share with them. The story was really good and over touching. The whole Rowan situation....little sick girl/wolf in the arms of our Sean...big tough cop wolf....very loving and heartwarming. It really made the book. I also like Joey who is an ass but loyal...you know he has their back. I am glad that they all came together as a pack. The only thing that really bothers me is when things get repeated over and over. Like how many times do we need the mate thing explained to us or how many times we have to hear about how Ralston was his Alpha and how he has connection and money....etc...many other parts of the story repeated just to make the book longer. It is annoying!

[LostinBooks · Rating 4 out of 5]

I wrote a brief review of the first book (in which I slammed Tom) so I thought I should follow up with a review for this one. I liked this book better simply because I didn't have to listen to Tom whine, vacillate and, basically, piss me off. I can't remember disliking a character more than him. This book was funnier and easier to read because Sean is a simple, easy man to understand. He knows what he wants, he doesn't usually vacillate on every thought or feeling. It was refreshing after reading the first book.

While I know you can't really skip the first one, getting to the second book is worth it.. maybe. I'm curious how the third book will become a gay romance since the character of Joey has been a hateful homophobe up til now. Should be interesting how this works out...

[Kevin · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the third book in the series that I have read. This one is a little too wordy for me with too much repetition that should have been edited out. To me, there's also too much talk about emotions and relationships. As far as plot, there's a little bit of everything thrown in, and not blended all that well. Still, it was a mostly enjoyable read with familiar characters, and I have bought but not yet read the remaining two in the series (4 & 5).

[Meggie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Finally a true HEA for Tom and Sean.
Tom's behaviour or twisted side plot about not knowing about Sean assassinating a guy, was just to melodramatic and rather annoying. Still, they married and got the promise of forever. So, yeah the main storyline was way to melodramatic, like usually, still I enjoyed it.

[Kristy Maitz · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was nice to read about the same couple form 1 book but story plot and the whole book is nothing special.

[Carlos · Rating 5 out of 5]

Impressive follow up.

The author has a knack for emotional turmoil, we already know she writes beautifully, now we know she write very emotionally.
Kudos, lady!

[colleen j lizotte · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good,sweet story

This was at times a touch confusing,but otherwise a very sweet love story.I would recommend this series to my friends.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. This series has been good so far. I am looking forward to the next book.

[Saba · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5
Sean is freaking adorable.