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Blood Bound (Mercy Thompson, #2)

Patricia Briggs

Start date: February 1, 2021

Finish date: February 28, 2021

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Apr 04, 2010 AH rated it really liked it

Shelves: vampires, were, zzread-oct-2010, shifters

This second book of Patricia Brigg’s Mercedes Thompson series did not disappoint. I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of this book. There was action, suspense, and the beginnings of a “love square” (as opposed to a love triangle).

There are so many aspects of this novel that I liked. I enjoyed the werewolf and vampire politics. I loved that Mercy was able to manoeuvre herself through the myriad of behaviors so that she would not offend or incite either werewolf or vampire.

A few more vampires are i ...more

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Oct 26, 2010 Francesca the Fierce (Under the Covers Book Blog) rated it really liked it

Shelves: werewolves-shifters, vampires, books-read-2010, read-audio-books, genre-urban-fantasy, fae

This book was better than the first one! I actually cared about Mercy more. And, all in all, it delivered a pretty good urban fantasy story.

Adam claiming Mercy as his mate for pack politics? Great, if she would've kept going out with him past just a few dates. Now, the scene that got interrupted by his daughter.... That I wouldn't have minded reading a bit more about ;) Mercy talking to ghosts? That brought in some humor and a fun character. Mercy allowing Sam to kiss her? Twice?!!?!?! Gotta put This book was better than the first one! I actually cared about Mercy more. And, all in all, it delivered a pretty good urban fantasy story.

Adam claiming Mercy as his mate for pack politics? Great, if she would've kept going out with him past just a few dates. Now, the scene that got interrupted by his daughter.... That I wouldn't have minded reading a bit more about ;) Mercy talking to ghosts? That brought in some humor and a fun character. Mercy allowing Sam to kiss her? Twice?!!?!?! Gotta put an end to that. And wait... this is no longer a triangle? We don't need to add any more issues here, let's keep it simple!

Sam - He is still living with Mercy, he is growing on me, but more as a friend. I wasn't to thrilled with his original mentality of wanting Mercy because that was almost a sure ticket to getting kids. He is a good guy, and I admit he does love Mercy now, and genuinely cares for her, and I wish I could find a character that would suit him better. I was sad to read about his past history and his girlfriend losing his kid.

Adam - Where do I start? He is hot. He's all alpha, possessive, dominant, protective, and he should be more aggressive and forward with Mercy. Come on!!!!!

Stefan - What happens in this book threw me for a loop, specially at the end, once you read the book, or if you've read it, you'll know why. WHAT?!?!?!!? Anyway, he gets Mercy involved in all this vampire politics drama. I wonder if there really will be lasting effects... Vampire politics are a mess.

Warren - I was really sad about him getting injured. I'm glad to know he is more dominant than we thought, and that he gets back with Kyle in the end.

Mercy - I felt that she had more of a backbone in this story. She's growing, experiencing more things, and starting to feel more comfortable in what she can do. Just please give Adam a chance already! She played it smart, used the resources at her advantage, created a beneficial association with a cop that could help them in the future and at the end saved the day. She did good! ...more

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Jul 05, 2015 Cat rated it really liked it

Shelves: own

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May 23, 2010 Gina rated it really liked it

I know some people don't enjoy Patricia Briggs' writing style, but I'm a big fan of it. I find her narative type style interesting and comfortable. I like the characters in the Mercy Thompson series, and am excited that the love triangle just became a rectangle. I'm glad that Mercy is developing her abilities. I think the books will only get better as the characters evolve and Mercy discovers her talents. ...more

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