Anna Wolfe, Book 1
Synopsis: A sister kidnapped.
An impending war between Heaven and Hell looming around the corner.
A Grand Witch who has no idea what she is.
The Prince of Darkness’s obsession in claiming her.
Two sinfully gorgeous men pulling her in two different directions.
As the owner of the coffee shop Déjà Brew in Savannah, Georgia, Anna thought her life was ordinary. That is until her sister is kidnapped by a demon, prompting two handsome men to march into her life unexpectedly. Valen, the sinfully gorgeous, overprotective werewolf who is Anna’s sworn guardian and Roman, the most handsome and powerful Warlock in the entire Netherworld.
Suddenly, her world is stripped of everything she knows and replaced with frightening news about who she really is – a powerful Grand Witch. Now, it’s up to her to draw out her dormant magic, rescue her sister and stop an impending heavenly war threatening to eradicate the human race all while staying alive.
Review: When I read the synopsis and that I saw a story featuring a witch who does not know who she is, as well as the presence of some demons, I knew I had to read it! Yet perhaps I expected a little too much, because even if the story is interesting, there are some points to note.
Anna is a young woman like any other who lives in Savannah since her boyfriend broke up with her. Now she has to take care of her sister’s marriage, a girl who seems to be interested only in her little person. But as Janie, her other sister, decides to move home to take care of Anna, and thus to stay away from her husband, Anna’s life will be completely turned upside down. In fact she is launched in a world she does not know anything about and all her new abilities attract a large number of people. Yes because it seems she is in the middle of a war where she is the key. And while her sister disappears, kidnapped by a demon, Anna will have to quickly understand about her new powers to save her and finally know who she really is.
Anna was a really interesting character to discover, and it is true that the men who enter her life in a few days are all fascinating and mysterious. We discover Valen, the werewolf who seems more than interested by our heroine; Roman, a powerful wizard who might also want something from her, but also Micah, the son of Satan who has big plans for the young woman, whether she likes it or not. On a whole, I must say that I enjoyed discovering everything but it’s true that some things have bothered me a bit. While the discovery of the characters is really nice as well as the discovery of the plot, I must tell you about some other things. First, I had some problems with the discovery of the heroine’s identity. I found a little unreal how her parents handled this story. But this is not all, I saw a little something between Valen and Anna but it’s true that I really found the couple Anna/Roman not a lot credible. But my biggest complaint was my lack of understanding what was happening. Yet with the end of the novel, I am also curious to see what the author has reserved for her readers as it must be said that the characters are not found in an easy situation.
To conclude this was an interesting novel even if it lacks of something for me. I could also see some errors in the text and it is true that it still bothers me a little, especially as I’m not an English speaker, I don’t usually see these details in my readings. I’m still curious to read more.
It’s really not a good think when I as no-English speaker see some mistakes in text. Of course it happens, but sometimes too often. I’m really glad you enjoyed this one overall. It does sound like a really interesting read. Great review, Melliane 🙂
yes it’s a little bothering… or maybe I’m becoming that good with English language lol. Thank you.
I am not sure about this one
It’s a shame when an editing issue dampens your enthusiasm for a book as it is something which is relatively easy to fix. At least the characterisation of the lead was solid.
yes you’re right.
I’m just like you when it comes to seeing things that I really like in the blurb and knowing that I MUST read it. But I’m also just like you about editing issues and unbelievable plot twists/discovery scenarios, so I think I’ll pass on this one for now. It sounds like the author/series has potential, so I’ll keep an eye on her/it, but yeah . . . pass. Thanks for sharing, Melliane!
yes it’s things that bother me and I keep thinking about that during my reading, it’s difficult.
The cover is fun but I hate when there are errors in the text!
Missie @ A Flurry of Ponderings
It can be really hard to enjoy a book if there are editing errors or misspellings. I am sorry you didn’t like this one just a bit more.
yes it’s a little difficult but well it’s a fun book
Wow…with a book with that awesome a cover–you’d think they would have put extra work into editing it to make sure there were no errors.
maybe it’s just me… but well the story is also interesting
That’s unfortunate that parts of the story lacked believablity and that impaired your enjoyment. It does sound like it has the potential to be a fun, exciting story but I guess it fell short. I hope if you decide to continue with the series you find the next book more enjoyable. Great review, Melliane! 🙂
Yes I think I’ll have to see how book 2 is. thanks!
wow there are a lot of paranormal creatures in this. Despite missing something it looks like a good read
yes it was fun to discover all these characters
Errors in the text, like bad editing and just not enough of a rigorous proofreading process? I guess if a book’s an indie I am more lenient with that, though on the whole seeing stuff like that drives me bonkers. One thing I have to say about the book is that that’s a fantastic looking cover though, I love the art style!
I don’t really know about that I confess… Well if it was one or 2 it’s ok but it’s a little more than that. I agree I love it as well.
Even with the quibbles I still think I might give this one a go. I mean. AWESOME heroine name. lol Sounds like a cute read. Hope the next is a little more polished up for ya! That kinda drives me crazy too.
I hope you’ll like it, I’m curious to hear about your thoughts about it!
Very H.P. Mallory down to the missing ingredient but still, stories like this are almost always entertaining and very enjoyable.
Sounds interesting, hope the second book is more enjoyable for you 🙂
The premis certainly does sound good. I might give it a try if I find the time.
I hadn’t even heard of this book before! I’m glad you enjoyed the book overall, despite a few problems. I do like witches and werewolves. 🙂
Wendy @ The Midnight Garden
Hmm this book sounds like it has so much potential. I might still check it out. Great review!!!
Chanzie @ Mean Who You Are.
Lovely honest review. I sometimes for some bizarre reason shy away from novels with these animated covers. Not sure why I do that?? I have read a couple. I haven’t heard of this author or books. Thanks for sharing. I find new reads with you all the time 😀
Mich