Fate has a sick sense of humorChase Beauchamp has had a grudge against witches for as long as he can remember. When he’s tasked with investigating a magicless witch who might be to blame for a string of murders in the French Quarter, the wolf in him wants to claim her as his mate. To his dismay, the man might agree. But when her secrets are revealed, Chase discovers loving this witch will put his … loving this witch will put his pack and his family in danger.
Rain Connolly will do anything to break the hex that binds her powers and makes her an outcast in the supernatural world. But when fate drops the answer to her prayers into her lap, she can’t help but fall for the sexy werewolf who can end her curse. The problem is what she needs him to do could cost him his life.
Can a witch and a werewolf overcome their haunted pasts to find love? Or did fate bind their hearts only to rip them apart?
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Werewolves Only is the first book in The Crescent City Wolf Pack series by Carrie Pulkinen.
The Pack is trying to keep the supernatural world secret , especially Demons. But suddenly there are killings and they all bear the typical sign of Demons at work.
Luke Mason is the 2nd in command, about to become Alpha, once his dad retires.
He is in charge of hunting and eliminating the Demons.
Currently he is competing with his cousin for the Alpha post as Luke is not married, yet and his cousin is. This puts extra pressure on him. Plus he can only marry a werewolf, not a human. Then he meets Macey Carpenter, Detective in charge of solving the despicable murders.
She has a secret gift that she only shares with her trusted colleague Bryce. She does not trust people easily, yet there’s something about Luke. Can she trust him?
They have immediate chemistry and sparks flying all over, but Macey is human!
Another great book set in New Orleans, and although it took me a bit to warm up, especially to Macey, this is a great book and sets the stage for the next book!!!
PNR at its finest!!!
I highly recommend this book!!!
Beneath a Blue Moon is the second book in the Crescent City Wolf Pack series by Carrie Pulkinen. I am loving the series. The world created is amazing and the characters are fun.
Its a sweet, steamy, suspenseful story.
A very intriguing, excellent story with love scenes that steam up the pages a lot of challenges filled with action that add a whole twist to things which made me love it more
Beneath a Blue Moon by Carrie Pulkinen is story number two in this series. I loved reading this story a lot due to the fact it is a werewolf shifter story and I am so in love with these characters. I highly recommend this story to everyone who love werewolf shifter stories.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The second book in the Crescent City Wolf Pack series a well-written story, I know I want to read the next book. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The second book in the Crescent City Wolf Pack series is a gripping tale that keeps those pages turning until the readers has read every last word.
Chase and Rain are two strong, vivid characters that easily grab readers’ attention and draw them into their story which is full of emotional turmoil, magic and passion. The past plays an important part in the lives of Chase and Rain and while fate may have bound their hearts, the past will try to tear them apart which keeps readers biting their nails in suspense as this couple fight for their happily ever after.
The plot is fast paced and has more than the romantic suspense to keep readers glued to the pages as thrills and excitement also inspire readers to dig in and not let go. There is a dangerous enemy stalking the magical city of New Orleans, one that nobody is quite sure what is and since the coven of witches would much rather hound Rain than be helpful, there is quite is a bit of tension added to the story which puts and puts a strain on relations between the wolves and the witches. With a couple of major obstacles to be overcome and a well-orchestrated battle to be won, readers never have a chance to become bored during this thrilling story that takes place in an intriguing world with a wonderfully ambiance inspiring city.
Beneath a Blue Moon- Carrie Pulkinen
5-stars
“Our hearts are bound because we’re meant to spend forever together.”
“Some forever’s aren’t that long.”
Beneath a Blue Moon by Carrie Pulkinen is a must-read paranormal book! It’s the second book in the Crescent City Wolf Pack series and is my favourite book by this author. It’s intense, steamy, dramatic, action-packed and highly entertaining. From the first chapter I was able to jump right in, I was so captivated by both Chase and Rain that I read their story in one sitting as I couldn’t bring myself to put it down. And now that I’ve finished it I find myself wanting to read it all over again.
I would suggest reading book 1 first, as this way most of the character introductions will have already be done. Plus, the first book, Werewolves Only, is well worth a read. I can’t wait to continue this series with book 3 once released.
I would recommend this book and series to anyone looking for their next paranormal read!
Beneath a Blue Moon (Crescent City Wolf Pack Book 2)
By: Carrie Pulkinen
5 out of 5 stars
The story Beneath a Blue Moon (Crescent City Wolf Pack Book 2) by Carrie Pulkinen is a paranormal romance book. It is the second story in a series and l loved reading it just as much as the first one. It draws you in from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put it down until I had read the final page. I loved reading about the characters of Chase Beauchamp and Rain Connolly. Chase is a man/wolf who loves his pack and his family. He plays an important role in the pack and is always there to help his Alpha. Chase also doesn’t care for witches, doesn’t trust them. How is it then that when he meets Rain he is so affected by her? Why does he feel like he can trust her? Rain is a woman who is beautiful, strong, independent, and a witch without magic. She is feisty, compassionate, and kind. She wants to break the curse that holds her powers, that makes her an outcast. That chance seems to have appeared when she meets Chase. She is also finding herself with an attraction to him. He makes her feel alive. That these two share a connection is undeniable. When they are in a room together the sparks and energy are evident. The feelings/emotions that these two have for each other is strong. Will they be able to overcome the past and find happiness together? Will Rain finally be able to regain her magic? What does their future hold? Will they get an HEA? Read this story to find out. You can feel the passion that Chase and Rain feel for each other. There are some steamy scenes included in this story that have the temperature in the room rising. I found myself growing to love the characters of Chase and Rain with each chapter that I read. I found myself cheering them along and wanting them to find happiness together. Chase is protective of Rain and she of him. I also enjoyed reading about the other characters in the story. Some of them I recognized as they had been brought forward from the first book. This is a story that is amazing and one I would highly recommend reading.
Beneath a Blue Moon is book two in the Crescent City Wolf Pack series written by Carrie Pulkinen . In the first story you learned about Luke and Macy along with a few other characters like Chase. Book two is all about Chase and his needing to move on from his hatred of witches. When Rain and Snow come into his life when helping out with Luke and Macy’s wedding planning he was rude and taunted her. Now there is so much more going on from ex’s coming back to get revenge to cursed witches and love this story has a little bit of it all. Can Chase help Rain save herself and her magic or will Rain ultimately sacrifice herself in the most selfless way..
Beneath a Blue Moon(Crescent City Wolf Pack #2) by Carrie Pulkinen was a steamy, thriller mix that had me hooked from start to finish.
Not my first read by this author or in this series. I have to say I am loving the Crescent City Wolf Pack series. The new book comes out next month and I can tell you I’m going to get snacking that up in a heartbeat. These books do read as standalones and does of good job of keeping past info from leaking in, but at the sametime it does followly closy after the first, and there are some spoilers, but like I said, this book is so well written and focused on our MC,s that if you didn’t read the first, you’re not going to be lost or confused. But I do suggest reading the first cause it’s freaking amazing.
Chase, I got to meet him in the first book, but he was a secondary character, so we don’t get his back story. We get to know him in this one, and he’s got one hell of a story to tell, and it’s really sets the stage for his animosity towards Rain at the start. I will say this author does a good job at letting her character meet naturally. Nothing is forced and it really feels like fate is having a time messing with these MC’s. As for Chase as a MC, he was great, strong, smart and he wasn’t overbearing. He was a normal guy, outside of the werewolf thing. But he wasn’t that extra alpha male character that gets triggered by everything. You know what I’m talking about.. his’ yet to be girl, talks to another guy, and bam! He’s in their face, baring teeth and wanting to break a lim. I mentioned this in my review for the first book, becuase Luck, thier pack alpha, is like Chase, not a jerk. I got to say this pack knows how to raise decent men. It’s fresh, and just relaxing to read about just a good guy character that has all the quirks, or making of a bad boy but chooses to not to be.
Rain, she was okay. I mean, I don’t know, Chase was such a stand out character that I feel Rain got a little left behind. I wish we would had some background on her story before Chase was brought in. I think it would have made me more sympathetic with her. Going in blind works sometimes, but I feel like when you’re writing in third person, like these books are, it gives you room to dive deeper into characters backstories. No one thinks in riggles, and I feel, that when he came to Rain past, it was present that way. Even showing her having to tell the coven why she was cures before the start of the story, would have made for a wicket set up. And I honestly think it would have added to her character and gave her something to grown on and developed her character arc. Don’t get me wrong I did like her, and I did like her overall character, it was just, not as impactful as I think it could have been. And it would have made the ending that much more explosive.
Overall I give this book, this series, my super his recommendation and my stamp of approval. This book, on top of being well written and addicting, was just as or better then the last book. I love this magical shifter world, and I can’t wait for the next book. Because it’s going to follow two character that I’ve had my eye on from the first book, and if this progression is anything to go on, I have a feeling the next book is going to be nothing short of epic
Happy Reading
-E.A. Walsh
This book starts a bit after book one and it is Chase and Rain’s story. We met Chase in the first book. He is the Alpha’s second and a fun guy with an intense dislike of witches. Rain is a cursed witch who is shunned by the coven. Lucas, the pack alpha, and Macy, his detective fiance, are trying to plan their wedding. With such busy lives, Chase get roped into handling the cake. Ooops, the bakery is owned by Rain, who happens to be his fated mate. Rain is such a sweet person and very careful about interacting with others due to her curse. Chase is so conflicted, but so is Rain. They are both afraid of their feelings, but someone is killing witches and they have to find out who. I got so upset with Chase a few times in the beginning and with Rain, too. I loved it when they began spending more time together. When Rain disappears, Chase will give his all to try to save her. This story has such a great plot and the characters are complex and intriguing. I was engaged in this story from the first page. I also love knowing the characters that are involved. I volunteered to read an advanced reader copy and am under no obligation to leave this review.
Beneath A Blue Moon by Carrie Pulkinen is the second book in the Crescent City Wolf Pack series. This book can be read as a stand-alone although you will be left wanting to read more.
Chase doesn’t like witches and hasn’t for a long time. So the last thing he really wants to be doing is investigating one. But he has been asked to do so and he will carry out his investigation well. What he doesn’t expect though is to find both his wild and human nature’s drawn to the witch in question.
Further investigation shows him that not all is as it seems – especially the witch without magic. With his feelings deepening each day can he put aside his old grudge? And by doing so will it cost him even more than his pride?
As good as the first book it was great to delve back into the Crescent City wolves. Chase and Rain were both equally interesting characters. Their stories were detailed and engaging and merged together so well. I think this is the first time I have read a book about a witch with no magic so it was great to see the author explore this type of character from a new perspective for me. The story seemed to flow so easily, it never dipped or lost momentum at all. A very enjoyable book and overall great series so far.
5 Stars
“He’s a smokin’ hot werewolf whose kisses make me feel like a fireworks display with a very short fuse.”
Beneath A Blue Moon is the spellbinding second instalment in the Crescent City Wolf Pack series by Carrie Pulkinen. It could be read as a standalone, but seriously, do yourself a real favour and read book one! You really won’t regret it!
I am so in LOVE with this series- I adore everything about it- the brilliant writing, the wonderfully captivating storylines, and the fantastic characters (yes, even the ‘badies’- because the story wouldn’t be the same without them). I didn’t expect going into the first book that I would love it as much as I did, so going into this one I did have pretty high expectations and I was somewhat sceptical as to whether Ms. Pulkinen could deliver another book that would enthrall me as much as the first- but what I found between the covers of Beneath A Blue Moon is so much better than anything I could have imagined. I truly love both books so much, but I have to say that this one has etched itself into my heart just a little deeper than the first!
It is a great paranormal romance- with shifters/werewolves, witches, the supernatural, mystery, suspense, danger, action, murder, drama, secrets, shocking discoveries, and emotion. As with the first book, the story unfolds against the vibrant and mystical backdrop of New Orleans.
Rain Connelly is fairly new to town, opening a bakery called Spellbound Sweets. She’s a witch who had her powers bound and has spent the past seven years looking for a way to get them back. Owning a bakery has always been one of her dreams and she hopes that she can make it a successful venture. But things aren’t going as well as she hoped, having invested all her funds into getting the bakery up and running, she really needs it to start bringing in customers and making money- or she will be forced to close the doors on her dream. When the Alpha werewolf and his fiancée are looking for a bakery to make their wedding cake, Rain wants to win them over and secure the job, as it would be a much-needed boost for her fledgling business. But when the groom arrives with his seriously sexy and completely aggravating second in command, instead of his bride- things don’t go as smoothly as she’d like. In fact, her lack of filter may have just cost her the job.
Chase Beauchamp is the second in command of the Crescent City Pack (we got to meet him in Book #1) and a good friend of Luke, the Alpha. He’s incredibly loyal to the pack and his family. They mean the world to him and he’d do anything for them. But his past experiences have left him with an aversion to witches- yeah, he pretty much can’t stand them. So, when he’s obliged to join Luke on a cake tasting session, he’s really not impressed to discover the bakery belongs to a witch. When he meets Rain for the first time, he’s taken aback by how much he is drawn to her. But witches can’t be trusted- can they? Plus, he feels that there is something she’s hiding- and he makes it his mission to discover what it is. As strange things begin to happen, he can’t help feeling protective of her and being anywhere near her causes their chemistry to sizzle.
When bodies begin to pile up and the past comes looking for revenge- will these two survive long enough to find out what fate has in store for them. What happens when Chase discovers her secret? Will he understand, or will his mistrust and hatred of witches cloud his reasoning? Will she take the chance to break the curse that binds her magic, or will she sacrifice everything to save the ones she loves?
As with the first book, this story is quite gripping and suspenseful- with a bit of a ‘mystery’ to try to unravel. There are also some funny moments- witty quips, banter and antics that made me smile/laugh. The chemistry between Rain and Chase was palpable, and there were some very steamy moments to be had between these two! Ms. Pulkinen built the tension and the intrigue superbly. I was hanging on her every word and I definitely had my heart in my mouth for the last few chapters- HOLY MOLEY!!!
Book #3 can’t come quickly enough for my liking!!!! I can’t wait to read Alexis and Bryce’s story… I think it’s going to be epic!!!
Thank you, Ms. Pulkinen!
I give Beneath a Blue Moon (Crescent City Wolf Pack Book 2) by Carrie Pulkinen, 5 stars.
*This review may contain spoilers from book 1.*
Chase is second in one of the largest werewolf packs in the states. He is loyal, but he holds some grudges. One of those has taught him to never trust witches. So when he happens to run into a witch he finds a pull to, he knows that he just has to stay away. But it seems like he can’t. His wolf wants her, but can he learn to throw aside what he believes? Should he?
Rain is a witch with a terrible secret. She did something horrible in her past and is now literally paying the price. When Chase walks into her life, she wants him. She sees a future in him. But she cannot get close to him. Anyone who does get close to her ends up paying for it. She will not do this to him. But can she say no?
This is the second book in the series. We met Chase in the first book and I am so happy that this book is about him because I was really interested in knowing more about him. Rain is also a great leading character. She is different than any I have read before. The story is fascinating, it is not just about these two. There is something new terrorising their city. There is action, love, some times you will laugh. It is quite well written and pulled me in right away.
For those lovers of paranormal romance, this book is for you.
I read the first book in the series and was so excited when I got the opportunity to review Beneath a Blue Moon. We met Chase in the first book and even then he made a real impact so was thrilled that I would get to read his story next.
Chase is a very good man but he had a big issue with witches, once you learn his reasons you can definitely understand why, he was hurt very badly by people who were supposed to be his friends. But with the upcoming wedding of his Alpha they are pretty busy. When he gets roped in to the cake tasting he meets Rain. The initial meeting between the two had me laughing out loud the two were wonderfully juvenile with their back and forth barbs and Chase constantly needling poor Rain about her baking skills. Rain was fantastic, I really liked her, she was paying a very dear price for one bad decision made in anger years ago. When Chase gets forced to be the official wedding cake liaison he is not best pleased, what makes him even angrier is his insane attraction to Rain. When her past comes calling and placed not just her in danger Chase realises just how important she is too him but can he get over his aversion to witches and learn to trust one and when the secret Rain has been keeping from him comes to light will it destroy what they have managed to build? Can Rain and Chase not only overcome Chase’s prejudice but survive Rain’s past?
There is passion, suspense, danger, fantastically well-crafted characters and a story that warms your heart and entertains.
This is the second book of this series and I enjoyed it as much as I did the first. Rain is a witch with a curse. Chase is a werewolf who doesn’t like witches. Needless to say the two end up having to work together and get pass all of this. Lots of action and some mystery as the two fall in love. I won’t explain the curse or what happens but the book was great and I loved it. Secondary characters were also well developed especially Snow who is Rain’s sister. Also previous characters from the first book also make appearances and I enjoyed that as well. Loved it!!