One of the best parts of the book is that the pack feels more settled (with the exception of Sherwood, which is working itself out). I also like that there will be this threat over the pack until a certain bad guy is taken down. I like that there are consequences from earlier events, and that we learn more about the vampires and the nature of bonds. It feels like the stakes are higher than ever, which is something for a series of this length and caliber. Overall, Soul Taken is an exciting adventure. However, at times it seems like there is repetition in her thought process, especially early on. I love how Mercy questions things a lot because it gives me insight into what’s going on and the rules of the world. At times the story feels overly complex, but in the end it becomes clear. And because we’ve been on this journey with Mercy, Adam, the wolves, fae, and vampires many times before, there is an emotional component that adds much to the tale. Being able to process them via Mercy’s eye and thought process gives the listener an encyclopedia of knowledge. She weaves a detailed web of facts, shared in an array of scents, sounds, and visual clues. Briggs compiles a story that is completely engrossing and fascinating. The author does a great job of reminding readers of previous events of significance without an overload of information.Īs always, Ms. The story continues to build upon previous events, assuming a baseline knowledge of the characters and setting. Once again, it’s up to Mercy and Adam to protect the Tri-Cities and its inhabitants.Īs the thirteenth Mercy Thompson title and nineteenth overall book in the Mercy Universe, Soul Taken is not a place for newbies to start. In addition, it appears that a possessed artifact is loose in the Tri-Cities, with real life imitating art.

There is a lot to unload, including the fact that the mysterious Sherwood has regained his memories and there is upheaval in the local vampire seethe. Soul Taken opens shortly after both the last Mercy outing and Wild Sign (Alpha and Omega #6).

Soul taken by patricia briggs