Buffy's Ramblings

Thanks to Book Monster Promotions for hosting this blog tour. I'm sharing a bit about Testing Fate by Belinda Boring, the third in her Mystic Wolves series. Happy reading! ***************************** Nothing burns as bright as the flames of the refiner’s fire. Moments after hearing the Council sentence her enemy to life imprisonment for attempted murder and illegal use of magic, Darcy is whisked away by the Fates—accused of tampering with destiny. The cherished dream she shared with Mason has been called into question, placing doubt about whether they are actually true mates. To resolve it, a price must be paid—the Heart or Death—a grueling series of tests designed to reveal a person’s worth. The stakes are high and Darcy finds herself facing the unknown in conditions that leave her more vulnerable than she’s ever been. Separated from Mason and her Pack, with Devlin as her only companion, she is pushed to her very limits. She must succeed—or lose everything. ...

Author of the The Mystic Wolves and Forget Me Not with more in the works, Belinda Boring is an author, book lover, and devoted friend and wife. Thankfully she was able to spare some time to visit with me, along with her Mystic Wolves friends. You'll find our discussion below. Happy reading! Standing outside the home of Buffy Kennedy, I turn to the small group behind me. “Okay, you all need to be on your best behavior!” I pointed to each of them, my finger jutting for extra emphasis. “I know we can be pretty wild sometimes, but let’s try to show we can be quiet and civilized as well.” Devlin shook his head, and chuckled. “Are you sure you need to be giving us that warning? Aren’t YOU the one that gets a little crazy? Maybe you should wait outside while we go in and dazzle her.” “I agree. I’m the perfect picture of innocence and reverent behavior,” Daniel added, elbowing his best friend, Mason. “You’re the biggest offender!” Darcy laughed, and letting go of Mason’...

Recap: A simple errand turns lethal; someone sends a deadly message; their lives will depend on an oath given. Darcy struggles with grief, and Mason tries to help her, but as Alpha his attention is divided as he strives to prevent any more bloodshed. Darcy uses all her resources to risk it all when things get dire. Title:   The Mystic Wolves Series:   The Mystic Wolves Book #:  1 Author:   Belinda Boring Approximate Book Length:   300 Pages Recommended Reader Age:   16+ Sexual Content:   Mild Thoughts: This was a cute werewolf story about a girl and guy who are nauseatingly in love. He’s the alpha and she’s his betrothed, so Darcy’s gotten very comfortable in the pack, and very close with Mason’s sister. The story delivers betrayal, death, danger, and frustrating sexual tension because they need to stay “pure” for the mating ritual. There’s a large section in the middle where Mason and Darcy focus on each other and just get away...