When power struggles between the Queen of Faerie, those who seek to usurp her throne, and a deposed Vampire Queen threaten to spill into the Human realm—and that of the Weres and Vampires—wolf Alpha Sylvan Mir calls for a War Council. A coalition is forged between Liege Jody Gates’s Vampires, the Snowcrest wolf Weres, the mountain cat Weres, and Sylvan’s Timberwolves to take the battle to the enemy in Faerie. But before war can be waged, another alliance is needed—the wolf Weres must agree to provide blood for their Vampire comrades once inside Faerie.
Anya, a young wolf warrior, finds herself paired with Rafe, one of the most powerful Vampires in the Americas, in an erotic union of blood and sex that ignites her primal instincts in a way she never imagined.
When shadows fill the night, it's hard to tell friend from foe. With young to raise and her Pack under attack, Sylvan, Alpha of the wolf Weres, takes on her greatest challenge when she determines to uncover the faceless enemies known as the Shadow Lords. While her mate Drake struggles to find the link between the deadly Were fever virus and the mutation she carries, Sylvan calls upon her allies among the Vampires and Fae to defeat the secret pact of humans and Praeterns bent on destroying her and those she is bound to safeguard. Liege Jody Gates, Sylvan's ally and heir to a powerful Vampire Clan, must choose between her promise to Sylvan and her duty to Clan when she aligns her forces against the deposed Vampire Regent Francesca. If the battle to come is lost, all the Praetern species will be sentenced to exile in the shadows.
In the aftermath of an assassination attempt, Sylvan Mir, wolf Were Alpha, and her mate Drake McKennan turn their backs on the government that has threatened their survival, vowing to protect their own with primal force, regardless the cost in blood.
After escaping the Vampire dungeons beneath the blood club Nocturne, Fae royal Torren de Brinna petitions Sylvan for sanctuary, setting Sylvan and her allies on a collision course with Francesca, Viceregal of the Eastern Vampire seethe. In the midst of war, Torren finds her heart at risk from a young dominant Were, while Francesca's Vampire enforcer Michel draws one of Sylvan's trusted guards into a web of seduction and danger.
Hunted by human extremists, targeted by the Shadow Lords who fear her growing power, and beset by enemies masquerading as friends, Sylvan leads the Timberwolf Pack to war on two fronts as alliances shift and long-held beliefs are challenged.
A world of violent passions and inhuman hungers explodes as ancient taboos and primal desires collide.
Wolf Were Alpha Sylvan Mir wants nothing more than to keep her pregnant mate Drake safe in their secluded stronghold, deep in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains, but enemies, political and praetern, force her into battle. Sylvan must confront the Vampire Chancellor Francesca, a one-time lover, about her part in a recent attack on Mir Laboratories—a confrontation that will test Sylvan's alliance with the Vampires and lead to war. Francesca's enforcer Michel, with a secret sexual conquest in Sylvan's Pack and a Were centuri—newly-turned Vampire, Lara—under her command, may have divided loyalties, too. Lara, born to fight in service to the Were alpha, finds herself caught between two worlds, belonging to neither, and her unexpected obsession with an enemy Alpha puts ancient loyalties to the test. In a world where humans and praeterns conspire for the ultimate power, violence is a way of life...and death.
Niki Kroff has one mission in life—to lead Sylvan Mir's elite guard and protect the wolf Alpha's life. When Lara, another of the centuri, becomes a Vampire in the course of saving Sylvan's life, Niki is assigned to protect her during her transition. Removed from Sylvan's guard, Niki struggles to find her place in the Pack and control her desire for a forbidden Were whose call grows stronger every day.
Sylvan, driven by primal instincts to protect her pregnant mate, grows more powerful, and more deadly, than any Alpha Were in centuries. While Sylvan rallies her allies, Vampire and human, to fight extremists, radical groups, and members of their own Praetern coalition in a war to preserve the autonomy of all Praetern species, Niki fights a private battle with her own dark urges—a battle which, if lost, will cost her everything.
Sylvan, the Wolf Were Alpha, forges an uneasy alliance with Vampire Detective Jody Gates, heir to a powerful Vampire clan, to battle a shadow army of humans and rogue Praeterns bent on destroying any hope of legal acceptance of the non-human species. With outside forces threatening to destroy the Praetern Coalition, several female Were adolescents turn up missing and chaos descends upon Sylvan's personal guards when Sylvan and her new mate are overtaken by breeding frenzy. While Sylvan struggles to protect her Pack, Jody fights her destiny as well as her growing hunger for human reporter, Becca Land.
Medic Drake McKennan has never been good at following protocol, so she doesn't think twice about rendering emergency care when a young girl's life is at stake—even if the girl is in the throes of Were fever and any sane human should know better. It isn't the bright shining pain of the bite or even the wrenching agonies of the fever that convinces her everything in her life has changed. It's the way she feels about the blonde with the wolf-gold eyes leaning over her hospital bed when she finally wakes up. Sylvan, the Alpha of the Adirondack Timberwolf Pack—the one female Drake can't have. And the only one she wants.
I loved all the action, romance and intrigue in this story.
By Netgalley.com on May 23, 2024 07:05
Really loved this book. There's so much going on at once, but I loved every single minute and chapter of this book. I really liked getting to see all the different characters from previous books come together in this one, to merit an epic paranormal speculative adventure. Every single book in this series is good ,but this is by far the best one. I loved getting to know the new main characters as well as getting to see how the other characters from previous books were handling life as couples. I loved all the action, romance and intrigue in this story. I would definitely recommend this book to my friends and family and I look forward to what's next from this author.
Patricia Bryant via NetGalley
I could go on and on about the intricacies of this book...you just have to experience it for yourself.
By Netgalley.com on May 23, 2024 07:05
Primal Hunt, the ninth installment in this amazing series, continues to deliver the goods without faltering. Unlike many long-running series that tend to lose their spark over time, this one remains as captivating as ever. From the first page to the last, I found myself engrossed in a whirlwind of vampiric intrigue, fae politics, and lycanthropic warfare.
The plot is a tapestry of alliances and betrayals, all woven together in a desperate struggle for survival. What keeps me hooked are the relationships, both new and old, blossoming and unraveling amidst the chaos. However, I must warn you, diving into this book without prior knowledge of the series might leave you feeling like you've stumbled into a supernatural maze. It's like tuning into a paranormal TV series midway through its ninth season—engaging, but a bit bewildering without the backstory.
Raand's storytelling prowess shines through once again, pulling me into a world where I could practically feel the tension crackling in the air. The battles are not just physical but emotional, hitting you right in the gut. And let's not forget the steamy scenes that add an extra layer of heat to an already scorching narrative.
I could go on and on about the intricacies of this book, but really, you just have to experience it for yourself. Dive in from the beginning, let the earlier books lay the groundwork for what promises to be an epic journey. Trust me, it's worth it.
Shimere Alexander via NetGalley
Great plots with lots of twist and turns...
By Netgalley.com on May 23, 2024 07:05
I'm a huge Rad fan and once again she does not disappoint. Great plots with lots of twist and turns that will take you for an enjoyable ride at the edge of your seat. Well done!
BONNIE KAY via NetGalley
One of the best sapphic speculative romance series out there
By Netgalley.com on May 12, 2024 06:05
The Midnight Hunters series is one of the best sapphic speculative romance series out there and if you haven't read the other books in the series, I would recommend reading those before diving into Primal Hunt.
Rannd skillfully handles the number of characters in "Primal Hunt", especially considering the diverse hierarchy and species involved, and I easily kept track of everyone. Catching up with beloved characters from previous books deepened my connection to the story. The strong bonds and palpable chemistry between characters like Sylvan and Drake, Jody and Becca, and Nikki and Sophia added layers of depth and emotion to the narrative.
The dynamic between Anya and Rafe is incredibly intriguing! The initial sparks and antagonistic banter between them create such tension and anticipation. Their connection defies expectations, especially considering their backgrounds and the initial lack of connection with their previous partners. Their interactions evolve throughout the story and allow for more intimate connections. Their swift and all-consuming relationship is like a rollercoaster ride of emotions and intensity which I thoroughly enjoyed!
Primal Hunt is a thrilling addition to the Midnight Hunters series, keeping readers on the edge of their seats with its gripping storyline and dynamic character interactions. The mix of familiar faces and fresh personalities adds depth to the narrative, while the impending battle amps up the tension and drama, testing the bonds of loyalty and trust among the characters. The pairing of Rafe and Anya is captivating and dynamic. Their differing viewpoints and tension create a compelling blend of entertainment and sensuality adding an extra layer of excitement and passion. I highly recommend this book for fans of the series and newcomers alike!
Jenna beebs79 via NetGalley
Raand has created a world that is full of love, friendship, lust, trust and power.
By Netgalley.com on May 12, 2024 06:05
I’ve waited so long for this book, and Raand has NOT disappointed! This was my first paranormal series that I ever read when it first came out and I’ve been eagerly devouring every book as soon as they release ever since!
Once again, we’re thrown into the sensual, erotic and lustrous world of the Timberwolf Pack and paranormal creatures that Raand’s so masterfully crafted—and this time with the added adrenaline of war! I thoroughly enjoyed the added thrill of the battles both in Pack lands and Faerie. It was a wonderful addition…and there is something about how it ended that makes me think it’s not as over as we think it is. And I couldn’t be more excited!
As always, the love and bonds between the characters were the highlight for me and it was wonderful to see some new relationships/bonds forming (this time with Anya & Rafe). Sylvan & Drake, along with Niki & Sophia, will always hold special places in my heart and I adored their interactions in this book as well as the building unknown about Sylvan & Drake’s young’s future place within the pack—it’s both exciting and nerve wracking and I can’t wait to see where that goes!
This is the 9th book in the series and I loved it just as much as I have loved all the previous installments. Raand has created a world that is full of love, friendship, lust, trust and power. The world itself and the characters are all wonderfully connected and a joy to read. And then add in spice that’s absolutely dripping with eroticism and primal need, and you’ve got a fantastic paranormal romance series brimmed with queer inclusion.
If you haven’t read this series yet, then I would highly recommend giving it a read! It’s one of my favourite series, that’s for sure! And ‘Primal Hunt’ is a fantastic new addition! 5/5 stars!
