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With Fangs and Claws

Book 1 in the series:The Wolf Queen

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In "With Fangs and Claws," readers are introduced to Darcy, a strong and independent woman living in a male-dominated world of Grania. The story follows Darcy as she navigates through a serious love story with triggers addressed tastefully by the author, Sam Hall. Part one of the book sets the stage for a wild ride as Darcy faces obstacles and grows as a character, caught between duty and her heart's desires.

Darcy finds herself in a complex situation when she encounters four mysterious Wolf King's sons, Wargen from Strelae, who see her as their mate. As Darcy struggles to balance her loyalty to her knight, Kris, with her growing feelings for the Wargen brothers, readers are taken on a journey filled with world-building, romance, and intrigue. The slow burn romance, unique characters, and strong female lead make "With Fangs and Claws" a captivating read that keeps readers eagerly turning the pages.

Characters:

The characters are complex and multifaceted, especially the protagonist Darcy, who is strong and relatable; the princes are distinct, and secondary characters are also well-developed.

Writing/Prose:

The writing is characterized by beautiful descriptive prose that is epic and engaging; however, some sections may feel long-winded or condescending.

Plot/Storyline:

The narrative incorporates rich historical elements and revolves around character growth, unexpected revelations, and themes of agency and power, alongside numerous twists and turns.

Setting:

The setting features a medieval-inspired world filled with rich lore, diverse cultures, and elements of magic alongside historical conflicts.

Pacing:

The pacing is generally good, with a balance of action and character development; it starts slowly but leads to a rewarding ending.

Notes:

The book features medieval elements and rich world-building.
Darcy, the main character, is a Duke's daughter who has faced abuse and hardship.
The story involves themes of female empowerment and agency.
It includes elements of fantasy, supernatural, and historical romance.
The narrative is filled with plot twists, betrayals, and surprising revelations.
Darcy develops relationships with brothers from a race called wargs, who are initially seen as beasts.
The book has a strong romantic subplot, focusing on a reverse harem dynamic.
The author, Sam Hall, is described as a 'one-click author' for many readers.
The story is described as unputdownable with a powerful character arc for Darcy.
The writing has been praised for its descriptive quality and world-building.
The content includes triggers and explores darker themes of misogyny and personal struggle.
The book is a part of a planned trilogy with an epic storyline.
Readers have noted the characters are flawed yet relatable, enhancing their depth.
It has both spicy romantic elements and a unique plot that isn't predictable.
Darcy's journey involves gaining strength and allies in a male-dominated world.
The book’s cliffhanger ending sets the stage for sequels, keeping readers eager for more.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings include abuse, trauma, and potential triggers around female agency and violence.

Has Romance?

There is a high level of romance present, particularly in the dynamics between the main character and multiple male leads.

From The Publisher:

The duke's daughter

One girl, two lives. Dutiful daughter of the Duke of Elverston on the one hand, a wilful girl who learns to fight on the other. Her father has let her run wild, as long as she never embarrasses him. And if she does? Consequences are likely to be swift and brutal.

Her beasts

The wargen are fierce men who wear two faces, one wolf, one human. They're the monsters mothers warn their children about in Grania, and now four wargen princes have been sent there to strike a deal with the duke. But when they catch sight of the wild Darcy everything changes. They may dress in fine furs and gold but their feral natures persist. Instead of chasing down prey, they pursue Darcy with all the same deadly intensity.

Their world

The wargen think their union with Darcy is written in the stars but she is something far older and far stranger than any of them could ever imagine. Something both countries are going to need, because while each realm focuses their distrust on the other, they ignore a far greater danger that lies beneath. If the wargen can't get past Darcy's defences, they might not just lose their mate, but everything.

Author note: this is a NA fantasy romance that takes place in a fantasy realm that has nothing to do with our own.

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