March 8, 2011

Review: Wilder's Mate by Moira Rogers + Giveaway

Description:
Think a vampire-hunting bloodhound is dangerous? Try threatening his woman.
Bloodhounds, Book 1

Wilder Harding is a bloodhound, created by the Guild to hunt down and kill vampires on America’s frontier. His enhanced abilities come with a high price: on the full moon, he becomes capable of savagery beyond telling, while the new moon brings a sexual hunger that borders on madness.

Rescuing a weapons inventor from undead kidnappers is just another assignment, though one with an added complication—keeping his hands off the man’s pretty young apprentice, who insists on tagging along.

At odds with polite society, Satira’s only constant has been the aging weapons inventor who treats her like a daughter. She isn’t going to trust Wilder with Nathaniel’s life, not when the Guild might decide the old man isn’t worth saving. Besides, if there’s one thing she’s learned, it’s that brains are more important than brawn.

As the search stretches far longer than Wilder planned, he finds himself fighting against time. If Satira is still at his side when the new moon comes, nothing will stop him from claiming her. Worse, she seems all too willing. If their passion unlocks the beast inside, no one will be safe. Not even the man they’re fighting to save.


Warning: This book contains a crude, gun-slinging, vampire-hunting hero who howls at the full moon and a smart, stubborn heroine who invents mad-scientist weapons. Also included: wild frontier adventures, brothels, danger, betrayal and a good dose of wicked loving in an alternate Wild West.

Review:
The first thing I loved about Wilder's Mate was the wonderful setting. The mix of western and steampunk is fascinating and the detailed description of all the steampunky gadgets totally drew me in. In addition to that we also have the supernatural element of vampires and bloodhounds- which add a certain edge to the story and make it stand out.

But what is this book actually about? On the one hand we have Satira the assistant of an inventor who just went missing. She has to find him ASAP or her life will be ruined. A woman would never be allowed to be an inventor without a male supervisor and without Nathaniel, her missing boss, she would be forced to give up the job she loves so much and would probably be doomed to do a more "womanly" work. She's even more desperate to find him because he's not only her boss, he's more like a father and friend to her and just imagining what might be done to him drives her crazy. Being independent and more tomcat than girl she decides to venture into the Frontier lands,  a region where the strong survive and the general rules of society don't apply, to rescue Nate and bring him back home. The only thing or person that stands between her and her rescue mission is the bloodhound who will be send to investigate the disappearance. Satira is a strong woman who knows what she wants, but she also knows what her limits are. I really loved to see this strong woman who's also able to give someone else the reign. Often you only get these stubborn women who want to be strong no matter what just to be seen as independant. I hate that because a smart woman would see what her abilities are instead of just being stubborn to prove a point. I loved that Satira was exactly like that. A smart woman with a strong heart.

On the other hand we have Wilder, the oh so mysterious bloodhound. *swooooon* This is one super hot alpha male. At first he has this exciting mysterious touch. we don't know what he really is or what being a bloodhound means. We just get a little hint here and there and the allure of him practically rises exponentially. He's what we love most about our alpha heroes- strong, protective and adorable even though he has some rather rough edges. But even more he's not overbearing or suppressive. He sees in Satira what she really is- a strong woman who is capable and doesn't need pampering. Yes, he still protects her but he does it with a certain amount of respect to her abilities and doesn't throw himself in front of her when he knows she could handle something on her own. This makes him one of my favorite heroes ever. And he has a wicked little secret that makes him sooooooo more appealing. *dreamy sigh*

The plot around Nathaniel's disappearance kept me glued to the pages. Reading Wilder's Mate is like watching a adventurous western only better suitable for the girly side in me. I loved how all the plot-lines unfolded and I was surprised by more than one revelation. Another plus is how perfectly the romance fit into the story- the mix between action, romance  and plot was masterly done. The only thing I regretted was that the story itself was so short. I could have kept reading and reading...

Wilder's Mate is a unique addition to the rather new steampunk genre. With the additional paranormal twist and the wonderfully realized love story it sets the standard high for other novels in this genre. Wilder's Mate is definitely another winner by Moira Rogers and I can't wait for the next book set in this fascinating world.
To learn more about Moira Rogers and their books please visit the website here.

Read pattepoilue's review @Book Lovers Inc or other reviews @goodreads.
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Wilder’s Mate Kindle Contest

Want to win a brand new Wi-Fi Kindle 3? All you have to do is leave a comment on this post, and you can have your chance! For more chances to win, visit the main contest page. Every participating blog you visit gives you another chance to win!
This post is part of Moira Rogers’ Wild Web Adventure Promo. For full rules and disclaimers, or to hold your own kindle contest, visit the contest post. Winners will be chosen during the first week of April.http://www.moirarogers.com/blog/archives/3473

140 comments:

Anonymous,  March 8, 2011 at 6:15 PM  

Hello Susi!
Yay I get to be your first comment today! I have been looking forward to this story for ages. I can't wait to read it and see where the series goes!

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DrkCherry March 8, 2011 at 6:26 PM  

Is this a Western? Steampunk? I can't tell if this is a Western or modern day, and the description doesn't really let me know. Guess I will have to read it to find out...lol

SusiSunshine March 8, 2011 at 6:29 PM  

@Stacie I hope you'll love it as much as I did.

@DrkCHerry I hope this doesn't sound mean but I kind of mentioned in the review that it's a mix of steampunk and western. LOL ;)

Blodeuedd March 8, 2011 at 7:40 PM  

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Would love to win this because I don't have an e-reader yet!

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Ollie March 8, 2011 at 10:05 PM  

Wow this is fantastic! I would love to win a Kindle!

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Anonymous,  March 8, 2011 at 11:08 PM  

Nice review!


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Anonymous,  March 8, 2011 at 11:26 PM  

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BLHmistress March 9, 2011 at 12:28 AM  

how can you not turn away from this book - vampires in the west sounds fabulous.

Mallori March 9, 2011 at 1:41 AM  

Very creative idea. Hope everyone is having a great Tuesday! This will certainly go on my TBR list.

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The Romanceaholic March 9, 2011 at 3:18 AM  

I bought this today and can't wait to read it. I so adore Moira Rogers!

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Scorpio M. March 9, 2011 at 3:28 AM  

Such a creative premise, very keen to read Wilder's Mate!

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Unknown March 9, 2011 at 12:42 PM  

You and Caro always praise Moira Rogers novels so much, you make me want to read them!! :-D Glad you loved this one so much, the original cover really grabbed my eye :-)

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Unknown March 9, 2011 at 2:34 PM  

Great review! I've been avoiding the steampunk genre like it's the plague for a while now but your review of this book really makes me want to give it ago. With this book at least!
Totally loving the cover as well.
P.S I finally got my copy of Dreams of a Dark Warrior. Stupid UK Amazon taking forever! Now I just have to find time to read it :D

Anonymous,  March 9, 2011 at 3:44 PM  

Great review! Please enter me!

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Steampunk paranormal sounds right up my alley. The contest sounds pretty great too.

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Elizabeth March 9, 2011 at 6:53 PM  

Sounds amazing never read a book like that before

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Admin March 9, 2011 at 7:25 PM  

Great review! Sounds pretty interesting. Might be a nice way to break up the parade of young adult supernatural romances I've been reading (heh).

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Mike March 9, 2011 at 11:59 PM  

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Cathy M March 10, 2011 at 12:10 AM  

I love Moira's characters. They always give us strong women, and very sexy heroes.


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