The Last Wolf
For three days out of thirty, when the moon is full and her law is iron, the Great North Pack must be wild.
If she returns to her Pack, the stranger will die.
But if she stays…
Silver Nilsdottir is at the bottom of her Pack’s social order, with little chance for a decent mate and a better life. Until the day a stranger stumbles into their territory, wounded and beaten, and Silver decides to risk everything on Tiberius Leveraux. But Tiberius isn’t all he seems, and in the fragile balance of the Pack and wild, he may tip the destiny of all wolves…
Reviews
"Debut author Vale has created a paranormal community in the modern
world, and it's a standout...a dense, gooey chocolate cake in page form.
A wonderfully descriptive paranormal romance that breathes some
much-needed life into the subgenre." - Kirkus Reviews
"As Vale begins her The Legends of All Wolves series, her outstanding worldbuilding makes this sensuous tale of life and love in the Pack, a werewolf society, well worth reading. Spellbound readers will watch for the next installment, A Wolf Apart." - Booklist, STARRED review
" Vale has created a world unlike any other that is full of mythical creatures and unlike any other stories I have read. I highly recommend THE LAST WOLF to anyone who loves a good paranormal romance that really stands out long after you read the last page." - Fresh Fiction
"The dark, rich world of Vale's debut novel is instantly engaging, and will hold plenty of draw for fantasy and sci-fi readers, as well as readers of paranormal romance. Her wolf shifters have history and depth, and the individual members are all well crafted and compelling in their own right...the rich characters and their powerful connections make this book a fascinating one that offers a good deal of promise for future books in this world." - RT Book Reviews
"Cleverly conceived and thoughtful story...The unique, believable world-building, flashes of humor, and Old Norse references make this exceptional debut of a promising series a solid choice for all paranormal readers and collections. " - Library Journal
"The dark, rich world of Vale's debut novel is instantly engaging, and will hold plenty of draw for fantasy and sci-fi readers, as well as readers of paranormal romance. Her wolf shifters have history and depth, and the individual members are all well crafted and compelling...the rich characters and their powerful connections still make this book a fascinating one that offers a good deal of promise for future books in this world." - RT Book Reviews
"a terrific world filled with hierarchy, devotion and rituals...a[n] enchanting unusual story." - With Love For Books
"As Vale begins her The Legends of All Wolves series, her outstanding worldbuilding makes this sensuous tale of life and love in the Pack, a werewolf society, well worth reading. Spellbound readers will watch for the next installment, A Wolf Apart." - Booklist, STARRED review
" Vale has created a world unlike any other that is full of mythical creatures and unlike any other stories I have read. I highly recommend THE LAST WOLF to anyone who loves a good paranormal romance that really stands out long after you read the last page." - Fresh Fiction
"The dark, rich world of Vale's debut novel is instantly engaging, and will hold plenty of draw for fantasy and sci-fi readers, as well as readers of paranormal romance. Her wolf shifters have history and depth, and the individual members are all well crafted and compelling in their own right...the rich characters and their powerful connections make this book a fascinating one that offers a good deal of promise for future books in this world." - RT Book Reviews
"Cleverly conceived and thoughtful story...The unique, believable world-building, flashes of humor, and Old Norse references make this exceptional debut of a promising series a solid choice for all paranormal readers and collections. " - Library Journal
"The dark, rich world of Vale's debut novel is instantly engaging, and will hold plenty of draw for fantasy and sci-fi readers, as well as readers of paranormal romance. Her wolf shifters have history and depth, and the individual members are all well crafted and compelling...the rich characters and their powerful connections still make this book a fascinating one that offers a good deal of promise for future books in this world." - RT Book Reviews
"a terrific world filled with hierarchy, devotion and rituals...a[n] enchanting unusual story." - With Love For Books
Can a human truly make room in her heart for the Wild?
Thea Villalobos has long since given up trying to be what others expect of her. So in Elijah Sorensson she can see through the man of the world to a man who is passionate to the point of heartbreak. But something inside him is dying...
Elijah Sorensson has all kinds of outward success: bespoke suits, designer New York City apartment, women clamoring for his attention. Except Elijah despises the human life he's forced to endure. He's Alpha of his generation of the Great North Pack, and the wolf inside him will no longer be restrained...
She sizes me up quickly with eyes the color of ironwood and just as unyielding.
"Thea Villalobos," she says, and it takes me a moment to get my breath back.
Thea Villalobos. Goddess of the City of Wolves.
Reviews
"A feral and fearsome romance that works for its happy ending." - Kirkus Reviews
"A brilliant job of developing werewolf culture ... Vale's nuanced exploration of werewolf concepts elevates this work above others in the genre." - Publishers Weekly
"enthralling and exciting... The intricate culture and social mores of the Pack elevate Vale's series. " - Booklist
"enthralling from the start!" - Harlequin Junkie
"A wealth of sharply etched detail, snippets of pack history and lore, and a colorful supporting cast add another layer to this remarkable, strangely believable world." - Library Journal
"kept me on the edge of my seat...a great fascinating story" - With Love For Books
"A brilliant job of developing werewolf culture ... Vale's nuanced exploration of werewolf concepts elevates this work above others in the genre." - Publishers Weekly
"enthralling and exciting... The intricate culture and social mores of the Pack elevate Vale's series. " - Booklist
"enthralling from the start!" - Harlequin Junkie
"A wealth of sharply etched detail, snippets of pack history and lore, and a colorful supporting cast add another layer to this remarkable, strangely believable world." - Library Journal
"kept me on the edge of my seat...a great fascinating story" - With Love For Books
Legend says his eyes portend the end of the world...or perhaps, the beginning...
Born with one blue eye and one green, Eyulf was abandoned by his pack as an infant and has never understood why, or what he is...
Varya is fiercely loyal to the Great North Pack, which took her in when she was a teenager. While out on patrol, Varya finds Eyulf wounded and starving and saves his life, at great risk to her own.
With old and new enemies threatening the Great North, Varya knows as soon as she sees his eyes that she must keep Eyulf hidden away from the superstitious wolves who would doom them both. Until the day they must fight to the death for the Pack's survival, side by side and heart to heart...
Reviews
"An impressive accomplishment." --New York Times
"lyrical and mesmerizing, the written embodiment of the wild depth where the Great North Pack resides...Prepare to be rendered speechless."--Kirkus Starred Review
"In addition to thrilling paranormal-romance fans,Vale's latest will also delight readers who enjoy exquisite world building in any genre.--ALA-Booklist Starred Review
"Tender, heart-wrenching...a fierce, fulfilling addition to this mesmerizing series."--Library Journal Starred Review
In a world of danger and uncertainty, the Alpha has enough to worry about without him...
For Alpha Evie Kitwanasdottir, things are never easy. The Great North Pack has just survived a deadly attack. Evie is determined to do whatever is necessary to keep her Pack safe, especially from the four Shifters who are their prisoners.
Constantine lost his parents and his humanity on the same devastating day. He has been a thoughtless killer ever since. When Constantine is moved to live under Evie's watchful eye, he discovers that taking directions and having a purpose are not the same thing.
Each moment spent together brings new revelations to Constantine, who begins to understand the loneliness of being Alpha. He finds strength and direction in helping Evie, but there is no room for a small love in the Pack, so Constantine must work harder than ever to prove to Evie he is capable of a love big enough for the Great North Pack itself.
Reviews
"Vale is a rare writer... A must read." - Kirkus Reviews, STARRED Review
"Series fans will be satisfied." - Publishers Weekly
Maria Vale
Maria Vale is a logophile and a bibliovore and a worrier about the world. Trained as a medievalist, she tries to shoehorn the language of Beowulf into things that don't really need it. She currently lives in New York with her husband, two sons and a long line of dead plants. No one will let her have a pet.
Her first book, The Last Wolf, was chosen by Library Journal and Amazon as a Best Book of 2018 and was a Rita finalist in the Paranormal Romance and Best Debut categories.
Her second book, A Wolf Apart, was chosen by Publishers Weekly as a Best Book of 2018, while Forever Wolf was chosen by Booklist and Kirkus as a Best Book of 2019.
This looks like a fascinating series. Love the book covers.
ReplyDeleteThe author has created a unique wolf-world!
DeleteLove the covers. this sounds like a series I will enjoy.
ReplyDeleteHope you enjoy--thanks for visiting!
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