What happened to our characters?

This review is hard to write because I have really loved the past seven books of this series and the characters. However, this book felt like the author was letting someone else write it. Either way, something happened to our beloved characters, Mercy has become a doormat for almost everyone and Adam has become a jerk and completely blind to what his wife/mate is going through and what is happening in his own house.

A great example of this happens around the middle of the book, Mercy calls Adam's cell and his ex-Christy answers (while he's supposed to be at work). OK, completely inappropriate but OK it happens. However, the entire thing is made worse when Adam calls Mercy later and complains that she didn't ask Christy to get him. Mercy snaps at him about him being busy and then immediately apologizes to him because she remembers who the real enemy is. Does Adam follow suit and apologize as well? Or does he explain? Or does he even talk to her about it later? Nope.. Similar situations are continued throughout the entire story. It makes for a very awkward book and a book with characters that feel completely different then prior stories. Also, the fact that the entire pack is allowed to continue their disrespectful and cruel behavior towards Mercy, without her standing up for herself or Adam saying anything, is very odd based on what the author has told us about pack dynamics and behavior in the past (she has done this before also with no explanation).

I started and stopped this book repeatedly, and at times stopped for over a week because of frustration with the writing and characters. So I cannot recommend this book based on the story. If you are a fan of the series then its a important read, but just be warned its not pleasurable to get through. At this point I'm considering giving up on the entire series, as I no longer trust the author's writing.

Lorelei King is once again a fantastic narrator, her performance is flawless and each character is given its own personality through voice and her method.

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Another Great Story in the Series!

The Mercy Thompson series is great and Patricia does a awesome job of creating a unique plot for each story. One of the things l love most about this series, is the characters. They have their own personalities and I've enjoyed how they've developed through the series.

Looking forward to the next book in the series but for now, I will be starting another series by Patricia..... I sure hope they are just as good as the Mercy Thompson series. :-)

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Good Addition!!

This addition was entertaining and full of events.. my favourite part was the inclusion of the e-wife and what a &^%*& she is :) But for some reason it didn't feel as major as previous books. I felt it a bit like a side story rather than a major one (not saying it was, but it felt like it). But even though, it was a good one.

New characters get to be introduced here and am looking forward for their part in future books.

Lorelei King is one of my favourite narrators, and I love her work.

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Excellent

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes

What did you like best about this story?

Great from start to finish

What about Lorelei King’s performance did you like?

Always good

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Almost

Any additional comments?

I listened to this book, and I was so engrossed in the story, before I knew it, there was only 3hrs left. Whew! Whoa! Wow!
I picked up the Mercy series after a little break from it. I think this story was one of the best I've read in it. No spoilers, but Mercy has her hands full (again) with the drama that Adam's ex brings to the pack, and an ancient fae looking for something that belongs to him. Action starts from the beginning, something I'm on big fan of, and rolls to the end.

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Ms. Briggs Does it Again

I never want this Series to end. However, I know all good things must come to an end. Patricia Briggs is a master at creating a story that grabs you from the beginning and never lets go. She is so creative in her characters and her story plot. I know if you have read one of her books, you will keep coming back. At least I do. I also love the narrator, Lorelei King. She is so versatile in her characters' voices. She looses you in the story. You can see each individual character in your mind's eye. Love Ms. Briggs' writings and always look forward to the next one. The triangle between Mercy, Christy and the pack keeps the story exciting. Where do the loyalties lie? Good question.

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Love Mercy!!!

Where does Night Broken rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

It was good...I need to go back and relisten when I have the time to marathon it all the way through...I had to listen like an hr here maybe 2 hrs there over several weeks because of my hectic work schedule....but it did not disappoint!!

Who was your favorite character and why?

MERCY or course...she is just a kick butt hot mama!!! She is elegant and cool...she handles all situation with such a cool head...I just love her!!!

Which scene was your favorite?

I loved the ending....Christy was blue...lol

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

I thought through out the book Mercy and Adams relationship was very tender at times...they have grown as a couple...I like it!!

Any additional comments?

Mercy is one of my fave heroines...I hope we get many more stories about her and the pack...she is a great character.....I enjoyed this book...and will most likely marathon this whole series again real soon...this book shows how much love there really is between her and Adam....and everyone...she is completely a kick butt lady!!!!

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The best - amazing.

I love the whole series. This is my fav of the series. Hope she continues the series and would love it if there were movies.

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Another fun addition

Patricia Briggs has added another fast moving fun addition to the Mercy Thompson series. The series are light but full of action. The characters are likable, and sometimes mischievous, but Mercy and her pack hold your attention and loyalty. This book reintroduces Coyote and you get additional insight into the character. This is a quick listen that has almost a short story feel and it will end all too soon. Lorelei King who has narrated the series does a great job.

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A good crossover book-two series

4/5; 4 stars; A-

This book ties the Alpha and Omega series and the Mercy Thompson series together a bit tighter. Lorelei King is a great narrator and I've enjoyed her performance of all these books.

I enjoyed this latest installment of the Mercy Thompson series.

Things I really liked:
- a new and interesting type of preternatural foe to be dealt with
- the appearance of Alistair Beauclaire, who was a key character in Fair Game
- glimpses of Stefan and an evolving relationship amongst Mercy, Adam, the pack and himself.
- Joel and Lucia and their dog breeding/rescue/rehabilitation
- Coyote and Mercy's growing family ties.
- Tad's moment of glory...that was interesting and a bit surprising.

Things that bothered me:
-Adam's character surprised me in a bad way a couple of times with respect to his ex. (Its hard to believe such a strong character could be manipulated so easily)
- The book felt a little bit unfinished to me. The ending was rather abrupt and Beauclaire's role was too much like a teaser rather than a solid plot thread.

I am looking forward to continued developments in this world and to seeing where Briggs is going with respect to the Fae, The Marrock, and even the evil Marsilia....if ever a vampire needed killing she's a candidate!

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Great addition to the series! <3 Adam & Mercy! :D

4.5-5 stars

This was a great addition to the Mercy Thompson series. As the description notes, Adam's ex, Christy, has a stalker that she needs saving from. Things turn more difficult when they find the stalker isn't human and is extremely dangerous. Christy comes in to Adam and Mercy's house and starts stomping all over Mercy in ways that makes it difficult for Mercy to fight back without looking petty. Somehow Christy has this whole "poor me" thing going that makes everyone blame Mercy for any thing wrong whether it's Mercy's fault or not. Things aren't good for Mercy when it comes to the whole Christy situation so she does what she can to help further the investigation quickly to hopefully get her out sooner.

Things in Mercy and Adam's lives are complicated further when a Fae comes to Mercy demanding the walking stick (a Fae artifact that is currently in the hands of Coyote, the native american "god"). Since the Fae is threatening terrible things, Mercy feels it's necessary to find Coyote ASAP to get the walking stick back. There are other things going on as well, as Mercy meets a half-brother she didn't know about, the pack gets a new member and there's trouble when Mercy is targeted by a federal agency that wants to study a captive werewolf and thinks she's a werewolf. Regardless of the multiple issues thrown at them, Mercy and Adam stick together and show just why they're such a good couple. Even with the issue of the "ex" being in the house Mercy never had to fear that Adam might be tempted by Christy. Adam didn't do real well at standing up to Christy but he never let her steal his love and attention from Mercy. The bad guy is a rough one and there's much drama as they prepare to take on the enemy and then get surprised at the last minute. Things don't work out exactly as planned but they do work out and everyone recovers in the aftermath. Adam and Mercy (of course) continue their HEA.

This was a great addition to the series. Adam and Mercy are great together and this book shows why that is. I hated Christy with the heat of a thousand suns...I just hope she doesn't actually move to town...Mercy doesn't deserve to have to deal with Christy that much. I do hope Mercy's brother (Gary) sticks around...he seems pretty cool and I can see good possibilities there. The action plot was frequent and kept things hopping while the personal stuff was hit on multiple fronts but all blended well in to a great story that kept me engaged until the end. Briggs is a great author and I love this series. I can't wait until the next book comes out. I'd recommend this book. 2 thumbs up. :D

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