Scions: Insurrection

The sensual and thrilling Scions series continues in Insurrection by Patrice Michelle. PI Landon Rourke has lived his life separate from his pack, he is the typical lone wolf. He does have a few close friends but no one really touches his soul unlike Kaitlyn. Landon has always watched over Detective Kaitlyn McKinney. He is drawn to her and feels the need to protect her. Detective Kaitlyn McKinney is a straight arrow, she has followed her dad into the job of protecting and serving the public. Responding to a police call late one night she runs into Landon. Something about this man calls to her and she can no longer fight the all consuming attraction she feels. Landon and Kaitlyn join forces when there are unexplainable murders in and around the city. One Kaitlyn becomes a target Landon will put aside everything to keep her safe. Kaitlyn has for a long time depended on herself and its so tempting to let Landon shelter her. Their attraction explodes with a passion neither realized was between them. But will Kaitlyn feel the same way when some secrets Landon is keeping are revealed. Patrice Michelle draws you into the world of werewolves and vampires like no other author. She creates a world that is unique and intriguing. Landon and Kaitlyn journey to love and understanding is sensual and moving. I can't wait to find out what is around the corner for this series.

I very much enjoyed reading SCIONS: INSURRECTION. Although I hadn't read the first novel of the trilogy, SCIONS: RESURRECTIONS, I didn't have to read it in order to enjoy this story. It was entertaining and complete unto itself. But, after reading this one, I can't wait to read about how the story began and how it will end in the final novel SCIONS: REVELATION. Patrice Michelle drew me into the story with her first sentence and kept me captivated until the end. I hated to put the book down and couldn't wait to pick it back up again. Romance, passion, and intrigue fills the pages. Before reading the book, I visited her website where she has excerpts from several novels available. These excerpts just made me eager to read more. The book is definitely Landon's Story, as the author refers to it. His thoughts, feelings, and point of view are used throughout the story. Patrice seamlessly transitions between the hero & the heroine's point of view. The sexual tension between Kaitlyn and Landon began building even before they met face-to-face. They don't consummate their relationship immediately, but the heat between them builds throughout the novel. Oh, and you will never believe the twists within the story. This book is a great read.

Five stars... A recommended read. Scions Insurrection book two of the Scions series by Patrice Michelle takes up where Scions Resurrection left off. Only this story is focusing more on the sexy werewolf PI. Landon Rourke whom we first met in the earlier story. If possible this story is even better than the first, the characters especially that of Landon, the ultimate alpha male are extremely likable and well- rounded. The story line is especially interesting and while it would be helpful to read Scions Resurrection first this story is so well written that it could also be a stand-alone. There is also a very interesting twist to the story, that I would love to but can't divulge...

Patrice Michelle has been an "auto-buy" for me ever since I discovered her "Kendrian Vampire" stories in eBook, (along with her "Bad in Boots" cowboys, yum! ;-P). Amazingly, she ups the bar with each book she writes. I'm pleasantly surprised how each book is better than the last, when she was so strong to begin with! Both the hero and heroine in SCIONS: INSURRECTION are appealing and multi-dimensional with awesome depth of character. Landon is an unbelievably alpha, sexy, and intense Were- yet his feelings of guilt and his fear for his mate make him more human. He is my favorite kind of alpha, the kind that is always on the edge of out of control, and loves and cares for his woman above all else. Kaitlyn is truly clever, witty, and incredibly (but not foolishly) brave, even when she discovers she is more than she ever thought was even possible... The chemistry between the two sets the pages on fire and the verbal exchanges are engaging, absorbing, sensual, and laugh-out-loud funny at times. The emotional obstacles they had to overcome were very real, and their reactions believable. This was a very fast paced read that blew me away with its creativity, and the sensuality that is rife between Landon and Kaitlyn. Wonderfully, there was never a clichéd transformation in Landon or in Kaitlyn, I didn't feel like they fell in love only because she was his mate and they're genetically "destined" for each other, (unfortunately that is a sensation I am left with in a lot of Were stories). I totally enjoyed Patrice's previous book in the SCIONS: series, but in Insurrection she reaches a new intensity that drew me in and would not let go. The idea of two people that are so lonely discovering a bond that is so profoundly sexual, and yet so much more, resonated with me. Patrice bridges the strength of the old style "been there-done that" paranormal with a new twist and a freshness that sets her far apart from the norm! Don't miss this book!

Courtesy of CK2S Kwips and Kritiques A CK2S Recommended read! Police Detective Kaitlyn McKinney has been called out on her first real case as detective to investigate a burned body in a local park. When she gets there, she discovers this body is nothing like she has ever seen before. It looks vaguely humanoid but what is it? Landon Rourke suffers daily for a mistake he made several years ago, and his self imposed penance is to play secret guardian to Kaitlyn. A long ago prophecy stated there would someday be peace between vampires and Lupreda - werewolves. This murder throws darkness on the pending outcome of that prophecy. Now he and Kaitlyn are working together to find answers and he begins to see the destiny laid out for him. What will Kaitlyn do when she discovers the terrible truth Landon hides? Landon and Kaitlyn's story is incredibly emotional, heart wrenchingly beautiful. It brought tears to my eyes, at least three times, as discoveries were made. Landon feels so guilty over past events that watching him finally come to terms with what happened, and learning to forgive himself makes for an incredible story. Kaitlyn has her own secrets, not quite understanding why she has these special gifts, but when she learns the truth about her heritage, everything finally makes sense and she is stunned at what is uncovered. Landon and Kaitlyn are two halves of one whole, and neither can find peace with their pasts until they come together. Their relationship also awakens long buried feelings and when they give in to their attraction, fireworks are sure to explode. Patrice Michelle is winning me over with her fascinating Scions trilogy. I loved Resurrection and I think I love Insurrection even more! Jachin puts in an appearance also, which gives us a chance to catch up with a few old friends. We discover so much more about the history of the Lupreda, a rather ironic twist after learning the vampire history in the previous book and how that impacted the birth of the werewolves. Even more fascinating secrets come to light as well and I am waiting with baited breath for book 3, Revelations. © Kelley A. Hartsell, April 2008. All rights reserved.