Life isn’t all sunshine and love like they tell you as a child. Life is about pain and sometimes love doesn’t stand the test of time.Member of the Powder River Pack, werewolf Derek Sumerland had found his one true mate after tragedy struck at an early age. Annabelle Daniels was his everything until she wasn’t.And now he lives his life with the daily reminder of the fact he didn’t fight for her or … fight for her or go after her when he should have. His heart is wrecked; his chest is forever in a vice and yet, he somehow finds a way to go on with his so called life.
Annabelle left her past with a broken heart. She did her best to never look back until her estranged father began to edge closer to his death bed.
Even with thoughts of Derek, it is guilt that pushes her back to Fetterman, Wyoming. She didn’t expect to see him and certainly didn’t expect to find a handsome, angry man where the young man she loved stood.
He wasn’t lying when he said she was the one.
Annabelle must decide between the love of her life and the life she has worked hard to achieve.
Can they have a second chance?
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5 Star
A Second Chance ( Powder River Pack Book 1) By Brooke May is a paranormal romance and a book I loved reading. The more paranormal romance books I read the more I love the genre. I had a hard time putting this down once I started reading. I felt like I was on an emotional rollercoaster ride as my emotions were all over the place. This story is about Derek and Annabelle.These two found love early in life and then found themselves apart.Although both of them was broken hearted they both went on with their lives. They both found themselves not as happy with other people as they were together. Now that Annabelle finds herself back in Fetterman due to her estranged father being gravely ill. There is definitely still an attraction between these two when they see each other.Can these two get a Second chance at love?Annabelle has made a wonderful career for herself. If forced to choose her career or love which will she choose? Find out what happens with these two, I highly recommend reading this Book and I look forward to reading more from this Author.
A Second Chance, book one in the Powder River Pack written by Brooke May. This is a cute second chance romance story with some family issues, lies, and secrets in the mix oh and don’t forget the werewolves. Anna is an interesting character but I can’t lie Spencer is probably my favorite character in the story. Derek is the gruffy, don’t talk to me werewolf who is miserable and is done with everyone and thing until he gets his chance to argue things out with Anna after almost 10 years apart and boy do they argue it out. The story line was kind of slow for me but it made you savor the characters and what was going on more. You didn’t feel rushed to finish it.
A Second Chance by Brooke May
5-stars
A Second Chance by Brooke May is a great paranormal romance read! It’s the first book in The Powder River Pack series, and it’s also my first book by this author but it certainly won’t be my last.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book from start to finish! It had the perfect amount of drama to keep me intrigued the whole way through. I loved following along with Anna and Derek and their undeniable connection. I look forward to reading book 2!
What a fantastic book! May does a beautiful job throwing her reader into the shifter world with this raw, emotional roller coaster ride. It is fast paced and keeps the reader engaged from beginning to end. If romance, second chances, and the paranormal are your idea of the perfect match, this book is a must read for you. Definitely recommended.
A Second Chance by Brooke May
Stars:5
This was a wonderfully done second chance werewolf love story. This is the first book in the Powder River Pack series. I think that this is a very good start for a new series! The main characters, Derek and Annabelle, are not perfect, but this helps with being able to relate to these characters. They struggle with a very real issue, breakdown in communication. I feel that this story was a great read if you like second chance love stories with a werewolf twist.
Brooke May is a new author to me, and I find that she is a great writer. In these times when everything else is going wonky, it is nice to know that there are books that can take your mind off things for a while and escape into a book. A Second Chance is that book. This book has it all, werewolves, action, heartaches, secrets, love, trust, and second chances. I can tell that Brooke put all of herself into this story. The characters are believable, and the scenery is beautiful. Story is about Derek and Annabelle. Derek gave his heart and soul to one lady. This is what is the norm, together forever. Once your heart is broken by your true soul mate it is hard to trust others with your heart. The walls are there, and they do not come down easily. Annabelle who left her past there in the past push forward and did not want to go back. She received news that her father was on his death bed. She had a hard reality check; does she go back and face her past or keep moving forward with her new life. Will she see her ex and if so, what will the encounter be like? Will there be a Second Chance for them? Read on to see what the answer to this burning question.
A Second Chance (The Powder River Pack #1)
By Brooke May
4 stars
I thought that A Second Chance was a really enjoyable paranormal read. It is the first book that I have read by this author and I found that it didn’t take me long to be engaged by her writing style and hooked into the story. I have really started to enjoy paranormal stories now so I was really looking forward to reading something by a new to me author. I did find myself a little lost at time I will admit with the repetitive style that the author had adopted and it not a style I am used to however I don’t think it really took anything away from the storyline and the characters. The author’s detailed writing allowed me to become fully immersed in the lives of the main characters and I was right there along with them as they experience a whole host of emotions. I really did feel a connection with them.
I will certainly be looking forward to the next book in the series!
A Second Chance by Brooke May
Four Stars
A Second Chance is a story about mates losing touch. About how people can come between you and your fate. I found this story to be sad because Derek and Anna didn’t believe in each other enough to find out the truth. They let the words of others guide their actions and emotions. I did enjoy the realistic spin on the wolf part. Most books have the people turning into wolves whenever. These wolves were fully controlled by the moon. It was a nice change. I liked the relationship between the pack. I really liked Gram. Overall a nice smooth read.
A Second Chance is Book One in the Powder River Pack Series from author Brooke May. This is my first read from this author and boy oh boy has she made a brilliant introduction.
I knew I would love this read immediately from just reading the synopsis. It had everything I love from a paranormal romance read, but I must say I loved this read even more now that I have read it. I cannot wait to read the others in this series, to see if Annabelle & Derek’s story continues or we get some of the amazing secondary characters stories. This was a brilliant second chance, romance read with the twist of paranormal weaved through. I loved this take on werewolves, that even though it followed something’s we are used to reading about them, Brooke May also made them more mysterious and intriguing compared to normal werewolves. This didn’t at all take away the impact of the story, in fact, it made it that much more compelling as I wanted to find out more about Derek’s heritage.
Anna & Derek’s relationship was one all anyone could wish for in the beginning, but I also couldn’t imagine the pain these two went through! These two definitely went through some ups and downs in this read, but there was something about them that made them relatable, real and loveable from the get-go that you couldn’t help but root for them to get their HEA, especially when truths are revealed and twists are thrown into the mix to make this read even more captivating.
This was a brilliant read made even better by the fact it was written in dual POV’s it gave us more insight into our characters – what they were really thinking and feeling and gave greater depth and realness to our main characters.
I can’t wait to see what else this author bring to this series, I’ll be eagerly awaiting Book 2. Do not miss this read!
A Second Chance (Powder River Pack book 1) by Brooke May
4 stars
This is my first read by this author and I love a good shifter book. While this one didn’t focus on the shifting part, it was still there and very interesting as they weren’t the “average” werewolves!
What would you do if your mate moved away and you lost the other half of yourself? That’s what Derek is feeling for years now after Annabelle left with her mom.
Hes lost the voice of his wolf, and the happiness he once felt. When she comes back to town for her father, he is eager to get his questions answered but doesn’t expect her to have the same ones.
As they get answers, they learn the past wasn’t what they thought it was.
I highly recommend this book, was a very fast paced and quick read. Hope to read more of this pack.
A Second Chance is the first instalment of the Power River Pack series. The perfect mix of romance and fantasy, this book, and series, follows a pack of werewolves as they deal with the struggles that come with them finding their mate. While I’m not normally a fantasy reader, there is something about werewolves that just appeals to me; I blame Twilight! This was a great read and I will definitely be diving into the rest of the series.
This book has a lot of angst and a lot of tragedy. From the very beginning, we learn that our werewolf, Derek, as not had an easy ride. Letting the love of his life go was the most foolish mistake of his life, one he’s still paying for now. Derek is so broken and we can see that from the very start. I loved learning about him and his complex character. But the best part of Derek is his relationship with Annabelle. They have such a difficult history and seeing them come to terms with this, and the people they are now, was so much fun to read. There is a lot of emotion in this read and some of the scenes Annabelle and Derek share are real tear-jerkers. Despite this, the passion and chemistry they have is immense. I loved seeing them together, especially when things go a little hot and steamy!
As far as werewolf reads go, this one is a winner. It has definitely sorted my fantasy need and has left me wanting to read the rest of the series. If this is your sort of genre, I can strongly recommend this. Thanks for a thoroughly satisfying read!
I absolutely love reading Paranormal books, add a second chance for a broody shifter? Say no more, the title says it all! I loved everything about A Second Chance by Brooke May.
I was impressed with the author’s ability to create this world, and intertwine the lives of the characters, and how their roles played out. I’m a sucker for all things paranormal. This was a very refreshing tale of two individuals that have to find themselves back to each other, even though they’re mates and destined to be together. I loved their journey and am so looking forward to reading more by this author! This was a definite 5 Star for me!!
Brooke May’s A Second Chance is the first book in the Powder River Pack series. This story is a paranormal contemporary romance featuring shifters. The author quickly sets the scenes and begins with character introductions along with some backstory to give the story more detail and depth. There was something about Derek’s character throughout the story that just spoke to me and pushed me through chapter after chapter. Annabelle is Derek’s other have and seeing the struggle along with the back and forth that ensues, it pulls at the heartstrings. Brooke May really drew on the emotional card to create a captivating story that introduces the start of what is bound to be an enthralling series.
A Second Chance (Powder River Pack Book 1) by Brooke May is a second chance romance shifter story and a good start to the series. The characters were likeable and there is a lot of emotions in this story and pain and sorrow are the main attraction and all because of lies. I loved the best friend, he bought fun to the story and had me laughing out loud at times.
Separated by lies and deceit, two people have lived with heartache and pain ever since. What happens when one returns to the place it all happened? What happens when they find out what kept them apart? What happens when they can no longer deny their feelings?
If you love shifters and want to know the answers to the questions above then you will need to grab a copy and enjoy.
A Second Chance (The Powder River Pack #1)
By Brooke May
Rated 3 stars
The actual story is very enjoyable. The whole wolf and mate thing is perfect. The characters are good but there is one who steals the book. Spence! He is a wonderful character. He makes me laugh and want to know more about him. I did enjoy the boys in the pack as well. Their little pow wows with Derek…..priceless.
There are a few things I am not a fan of in this book. I don’t care for the repeats at the beginning of each chapter. I am in the moment and anxious for the story to move forward after the last comment or thought in the previous chapter. I don’t want the brakes applied. I feel it should basically pick up where the last scene left off and let the momentum carry me forward. This type of writing leads me to skipping ahead and being bored. There is also a lot of narrative and too much thinking. I enjoy dialogue so much more. I just didn’t feel a connection to the characters….well maybe Derek. I also was left with a few unanswered questions.
Again this is a good story with a few things i don’t care for. The idea and characters were good and that Spence…he was golden! I enjoy paranormal romance and wolf shifters are my fav. This one just fell flat for me
I give A Second Chance (Powder River Pack Book 1) by Brooke May, 4 stars.
Derek is a werewolf of the Powder River Pack. He met his mate at a young age and couldn’t imagine life without her. Until she was gone. He thought it best to let her do what she wants. But it has made him miserable. He will never be the same without her.
Annabelle has a wonderful career and she absolutely loves what she does. Plus it keeps her far away from her hometown. But it doesn’t fill the whole left in her heart. When circumstances arise, she has to go back to that very same town she grew up in. Maybe she can avoid Derek while she is there. Can she get that lucky?
This was a good paranormal romance. The story was interesting, and heart breaking at times. I really like how the author portrays the werewolves as something different than what we normally see. That made me happy to see her breaking the standard in the genre. I also liked the main characters, especially Annabelle. The only thing the got me was, this being the first book in a series, I felt a little bit thrown into it. I would have liked to have seen more about the pack itself so i understood it more. But overall, this was a great story about Derek and Annabelle and I highly recommend it.
A SECOND CHANCE is a second chance romance (it says it in the title, so I’m not giving anything away). Soul mates reunite after being apart for 10 years. He is something from a horror movie (rather) than a romance one. She is a skilled photographer who hasn’t felt for another like she did for him all those years ago.
This is book 1 in a new series called “Powder River Pack”. There is a note from the author that this book was originally supposed to be the third in the series but she decided to switch things up. They statememt makes sense because there are characters who seemed as if we had met them before. As I was reading I thought this was actually a spin off from a different series I had not read.
The story has some dimension to it. Because Derek isn’t an alpha in the pack, it was cool to read about a less dominent male in a tribe.
I have put the series on my “watch list” and will keep an eye out for future books.
4 Stars
A Second Chance is the first book in The Powder River Pack Series by Brooke May. It is a great paranormal romance, with second chances, werewolves, action, anger, bitterness, heartache, pain, passion, secrets, lies, trust issues, conflict, drama, and more.
Annabelle Daniels is a successful wildlife photographer whose work takes her all over the world. Annabelle loves what she does, she’s worked hard to get to where she is, especially being able to work alongside her best friend Spence. She is highly respected in her field and has built a great life. But there is a part of her that feels incomplete and lonely. She often thinks about her childhood home, the place she left with her mother, when her parents divorced years ago- leaving her heart behind in the process. She hasn’t been back since, but when she is called to take care of her dying fathers affairs, she has no choice but to venture back to the place that holds such painful memories.
Derek Sumerland is a werewolf who has a very painful past. His experiences have left him angry and bitter- a difficult man to be around. He lost his joy for life, now getting by day to day, but not really living. You see, Derek thought he’d found his mate for life, back when he was on 13 years-old. She was his everything, the light in his life. Then she up and left him, shattering his heart in the process. He is a broken man, haunted by dreams of the woman he loved. So, imagine his shock to see her walk into the bar where he works. What happens you ask? Well, you really should read all the exciting details for yourself!
I really enjoyed this story and reading Ms. Mays take of the shifter/werewolf lore. The characters are well developed, interesting, and endearing (except for the one we’re meant to hate)- I especially loved meeting Grandma Pearl, she added an extra element of fun to the story and pretty much stole any scene she was in.
The only real issue I had (and it is just my own preference I suppose) was with the repeated information at the beginning of each perspective transition/change over- going over some of the same information we’d just read, but from the other characters perspective. Apart from being frustrating, it just slowed down the flow for me. But this is somewhat of a minor issue and didn’t really detract too much from my overall enjoyment of the story.
I am really looking forward to reading all the other ‘pack’ members stories- starting with Alpha Mason, in the next book. Can’t wait!
Thank you, Ms. May!
This was a different read for me. I am not normally a paranormal reader. It took me a little bit to get into the book. Derek is frustrated that his mate has left him. He can’t move on and is in annoying everyone around him. Annabelle is summoned home to take care of things and can’t help the connection that she has to Derek. There are some interesting characters along the way. I look forward to seeing where this author goes with this series.
A Second Chance (Powder River Pack Book 1) by Brooke May is a highly emotional, raw, paranormal shifter romance; that tells the tale of the struggle of lost love. It’s a tale of trying to build trust and friendship, in order to get that second chance.
My first read by this author and with a genre I love, so needless to say I had had my expectations high. I’m glad to say I wasn’t led astray and am very happy with this read.
This book isn’t your normal light hearted shifter romance. It had a looming sadness, that’s made apparent in the first chapter. That tone seems to stay as the story moved on, and we meet our MC’s. It was a nice feature and it makes you get into their minds sets, connecting you; right away you know this isn’t going to be a happy-go-lucky read. This story is about two broken souls, who have been hurt by love, are angry at it and collide. So there is a lot of ups, down, fighting and of course, raw frustering emotions.
This book isn’t only about the strong feels, it’s richly detailed and has a smooth easy writing style, that pulls you into this gem. This book is worth it and it gets my super high recommendation and my stamp of approval. So I hope you give this feel kicker a read, you won’t regret it.
Happy Reading
-E.A. Walsh