Cornerstone Run Trilogy, Book 2
Synopsis: Some people need something to fight for…
With the attacks on their homes escalating and human half-breeds seeking sanctuary among them, the loup garou are reaching their breaking point. Two, in particular.
After failing to stop his little brother’s kidnapping years ago, Bishop McQueen angrily broods on his shame, though no one else blames him.
Jillian Reynolds is still dealing with a tragic accident that took everything she ever wanted from life. And her attraction to Bishop is only making things more difficult.
When word reaches them that Jillian’s hometown is under attack, the Alpha takes Bishop, Jillian, and a group of enforcers to assist in the battle. And it is in this chaos that both Bishop and Jillian will have to face their pasts—and the true feelings they have for each other—if they are going to survive…
Review: I had a great time with Brynn and Rook in the first volume and I was curious about Jillian and Bishop here. But fear not, because we find again with great pleasure all the characters we had previously discovered and it was interesting to see how everyone was changing.
Bishop and Jillian know that there is something between them, but they also know they can not get carried away by their passion. They are both vying to become the Alpha of their pack and a relationship is impossible. Yet it is difficult for the two to leave this side story alone. Then they will have many other issues to deal with and not the least. Because of course, the bad guys of the first volume are always there and ready to do anything to achieve their goals. And when they attack the Jillian’s village, our heroes will face much worse than they thought and the impact will soon fall on them. But in addition to this couple, we have the rest of the story between Brynn and Rook which is always a bit complicated but we also find Knight … Oh man, it broke my heart every time. He takes everything on his shoulders and it’s a big weight to carry, that’s for sure. He thinks everything is his fault and guilt gnaws deep inside him. He would like to do something to change the situation but it could do more harm to others than he thought.
I took great pleasure to follow our characters. Our three brothers have a lot to manage, but they are nevertheless always there for each other. Of course nothing is simple and it is far to be better… I was surprised by some twists that I did not expect and it’s true that I was really wondering how Bishop and Jillian would be able to finish together or even if they would. We do not see a lot about our bad guys but we are discovering what they leave behind after their visits. The story focuses on how much Knight has to manage everything going on and the relationship between our two heroes.
It was again a very good book that I took great pleasure in discovering it. Of course it’s not over as the last book happens to be the next one but I am very curious to know the end of the story. In addition it will this time feature Knight and Shay as main characters and I look forward to reading their story. Both are very sweet and reserved. I feel that everything will be very interesting! A nice surprise again!
blodeuedd
No book 2 syndrome, awesome 😀
melliane
yes, that was good!
Melanie Simmons (@mlsimmons)
Isn’t this book great. I so loved it. I’m waiting on pins and needles for White Knight. I so want to hear his story. Great review.
Melliane
yes it was so good! I had a great time with it.
kim { Book Swoon }
Yay, I’m glad this ended up being a great second book and read in the series. I’ve heard great things about it and remember how much you enjoyed the first book 🙂
Melliane
yes it was and now I can’t wait for book 3!
kimbacaffeinate
I am not gonna lie…you had me at brothers! I love series like this that deal with one couple and have an overall arc.
Melliane
yes brother stories are fun!
Livia @ Butterfly-o-Meter Books
Sounds like awesome worldbuilding, and the relationship is exactly the kind I love to read about 😀
I’m happy it was a good read, this series definitely goes on my very-likely-to-read list now.
Melliane
I hope you’ll like it if you try it!
kindlemom1
I love series that change characters each time but still give you glimpses of the previous characters.
Glad you liked this so much!
Melliane
yes me too, to have a real big plot all along the books.
Jenny @ Supernatural Snark
This series is definitely on my list Melliane! I’m a sucker for a strong paranormal romance, and this sounds like exactly that. I need to go back and read the first book though:)
Melliane
Yes it’s a good PNR series, I hope you’ll like it if you try it!
Tracy Terry
As well as some great worldbuilding the character development also sounds promising which is good.
Carole Rae
Hiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii!
I’m finally following your blog – I totally thought I had been already, but alas, I am a dumb-dumb. But I simply adore your blog still! So pretty!
Melliane
thank you Carole! It’s nice of you.
Molly Mortensen
I like series where they jump characters, it keeps the story moving. I’m never sure on Werewolf books, but I’m glad this one was good. I like the sounds of Knight. I always fall for that kind of character.
Melliane
yes it was a really good one. I agree it’s a touching character.
Mogsy @ BiblioSanctum
Glad you enjoyed this. I’ve not read this series or author, but I’ve heard of Meade and a lot of people seem to love her books. The description is lovely, but it was the cover that first got my attention. If the next book is the last one, maybe I’ll wait until the trilogy is concluded to decide if I want to pick this up.
anna (herding cats & burning soup)
Oh goodness. You are I think the 3rd one now that’s really enjoyed this one. I’m going to have to get on book one soon!
LilyElement
Sounds like an enjoyable series 🙂 Great review
Carole Rae
Huh are my comments not popping up? >____<
Carole Rae
Oh never mind. On the other post, it didn’t pop up for some reason. ?_? Maybe blogger hates me today.
Melliane
no they’re here. or I think so
Kirsty-Marie
Yay for the surprise twists, I hardly get surprised by them anymore, so you know ones good when they do. Knight sounds like an easy character to like, love him. 🙁