The second book of the series wasn’t a disappointment. Although the author would have been asked a Hungarian speaker’s help because some incorrect use of the Hungarian words were annoying. The biggest problem in my opinion is the typical ‘sequel illness ‘ of the book, when it desperately tries to be more and better than the previous one. Next to a ‘tanács’ coup we have the ‘lélektolvajok’ (yes it’s one word) just out of the blue and (in the lamest tradition of sequels) it turns out that someone believed to be dead, isn’t so.... Apart from all of these what we have is a pen interesting and exciting page turner. ( )

A story of shape-shifters trying to repopulate an ever dwindling species while trying to protect themselves from a group of scavenger body snatchers that exploit them for their long lives. Great characters that struggle with their situations and pasts. For me this is one of those rare books that really pull you in and pass a couple hours without you even noticing. ( )

Publication Date: 29th January 2015

Publisher: Headline

ISBN: 978-1472204721

Source: Bookbridgr/Netgalley

Rating: 2/5

Synopsis:
High in the mountains of the Swiss Alps Leah Wilde is about to gamble her life to bring a powerful man an offer. A promise.
Leah has heard the dark stories about him and knows she is walking into the lion's den. But her options are running out. Her rare lineage, kept secret for years, is under terrible threat. That is, unless Leah and her mother Hannah are prepared to join up with their once deadly enemies.
Should the prey ever trust the predator?
Is hope for future generations ever enough to wash away the sins of the past?
With a new and chilling danger stalking them all, and the survival of their society at stake, they may have little choice...

Review:
I was so excited when I heard about this book and I really wanted to read it. It sounded brilliant, so I was really pleased to receive it. But, I was so disappointed! Now I've read reviews from other readers, I can only conclude that it's me. Maybe I just didn't get it?; perhaps I should have read the prequel, The String Diaries, first? Whatever the reason, I abandoned it after reading 50%.
There were aspects I liked. I found Leah an interesting character and I enjoyed some interactions. I'll give it another go at some point and update my review if I change my mind. ( )