“He stepped back with exaggerated courtesy. But when I walked past him, he swatted my rump. Hard enough to sting. “You need to be more careful,” he growled. “Keep interfering in my business and you might get hurt.” I said sweetly as I continued to Jesse's room, “The last man who swatted me like that is rotting in his grave.” “I have no doubt about it.” His voice was more satisfied then contrite.”
In this fantasy novel, the protagonist, a young woman, learns she is a werewolf and must come to terms with her new abilities and role in the world. Set in a richly detailed kingdom, the story delves into themes of identity, power, and the struggle between personal desires and societal expectations. The narrative is filled with political intrigue and a complex web of relationships, as the protagonist navigates her way through the challenges of her new life. more
Patricia Briggs is an American author known for her works in the fantasy and science fiction genres. Born in 1965, she began publishing her works in 1993. Briggs' novels are celebrated for their complex characters and engaging plots. more
“Some people use their own hurt as an excuse for hurting others”
“And again, as always, after so many years we were still in the same place we always were.”