The Empath

This is my first book of Bonnie Vanak's, but it won't be my last! The Empath was even better than I expected after reading the back blurb. It's been in my TBR pile and now I just wish I'd picked it up sooner! Maggie and Nicholas are a hot, engaging couple that you just want to see triumph over everything. Maggie was so sweet, literally unable to kill a fly in the beginning, I fell in love with her from the start! I think one of the reviewers said this was Ms. Vanak's first book w/ Nocturne, and if it is, I hope it isn't her last!! [....]

It was compelling you had to keep reading until the end. Its characters are amazing, the plot kept me wondering what was going to happen. Its a must read book.

Step inside a new world, where werewolves and magic collide.... Nicholas Keenan has a duty to his pack, the same pack from which he is considered an outcast. As a Draicon werewolf warrior, Nicholas is charged with finding the pack's lost empathy and bringing her home. After all, only can THE EMPATH defeat the menace to the Draicon, the deadly Morphs (shape shifters) who have infected the pack leader, Damian. However, THE EMPATH is veterinarian Maggie Sinclair, a woman who has sworn to not kill a single living soul. In fact, Maggie doesn't even realize she is a Draicon! How will these two very different individuals handle the love that grows between them? Will Maggie's return defeat the Morphs? And just what other secrets will be uncovered? What a powerful tale! Bonnie Vanak delivers an emotionally charged tale that has the perfect balance of plot and passion. Her writing is exquisite as the deep emotional turmoil of the characters simmers throughout this fascinating werewolf story. I could feel Maggie's anguish at being forced into inflicting violence while Nicholas' loneliness was piercing in its intensity. The Morphs provided an interesting twist to the storyline. Their powers gave me the shivers as the image of the ants is one that will haunt my nightmares for quite awhile! However, the Morphs are not the only twist in this story as Bonnie Vanak has some surprises in store for her readers. A sequel is obviously intended as there are a few loose threads that I cannot wait to see resolved. THE EMPATH is a sensuous and heartbreakingly beautiful tale that is sure to be loved by paranormal readers. Bonnie Vanak takes the werewolf legends and shapes them into her own stunning mythology. Bravo, Ms. Vanak, and keep the stories coming! COURTESY OF CK2S KWIPS AND KRITIQUES

The Morphs and the Draicon detest one another as they differ when it comes to the third sentient species on the planet. The Morphs are shapeshifters who believe humans are beneath them on the food chain whereas the Draicon werewolves believe all life is sacred. Draicon werewolf Nicolas Keenan learns that the Morphs threaten his soulmate, a Draicon veterinarian Dr. Maggie Sinclair, who thinks she is human. He races to Florida to keep her safe, but she rejects him as being a lunatic. Her belief systems changes when the evil shapeshifting Morphs attack her and Nicolas saves her life. As she realizes who she is and who he is to her, they team up in love to fight for their lives. The key to this paranormal romantic suspense fantasy is the belief that the Draicon and Morph are genuine species who are in a shapeshifters' civil war. Nicolas and Maggie are interesting lead characters whose relationship morphs (a bad action verb for this couple) from her assuming he is crazy to joining him in love and safety. Fans will appreciate Bonnie Vanak's engaging thriller as her world is a dangerous place to live let alone fall in love. Harriet Klausner

Nicolas is a powerful warrior and the male Beta of his lycanthropic family. He is tough as nails, but an outcast for breaking pack laws. But to Nicolas these things don't matter as long as he finds the one person that can possibly cure his packs alpha male. Maggie has always sought her answers under a microscope. Trading one night of work for fun and relaxation throws Maggie right into Nicolas's path. Male DNA has never looked so gorgeous up close and in the flesh! Nicolas must quickly convince Maggie of her true identity and must persuade her to accept her fate as the foretold legend of their people and as Nicolas's true mate. Their enemies, the Morphs, are relentless in their pursuit of Maggie and would like nothing better than to eliminate the packs only hope. Vowing never to use violence can Maggie embrace and release the raging beast that lies dormant within her? Will Nicolas wholly give himself to his mate to ensue the exchange of power and physical bonding during their delicate ritual of mating? Being the first book this reviewer has read by Ms. Vanak, The Empath is a remarkably sensational and highly entertaining story that prompted this reader to hang on for a worthwhile ride. From the moment we meet the sexy and mouth watering Nicolas complimented by the lovely and tender Maggie you cannot help but cheer and sympathize with these two characters along their path of pain, love and discovery. Paranormal readers take notice! Ms. Vanak's The Empath is a force to be reckoned with as this author has concocted a smooth and sensual story guaranteed to please readers longing for strong characters intertwined with magical and mystical beings. This story is a recommended read and I will definitely be looking for other releases by Ms. Vanak! http://www.nightowlromance.com/nightowlromance/reviews/Review.asp?ReviewId=881