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Green Creek #2
Ravensong
Ravensong is the second book in the Green Creek Series, the beloved fantasy romance sensation by New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune, about love, loyalty, betrayal, and family.
“Complex and startling... Green Creek is the perfect setting.” —Charlaine Harris
The Bennett family has a secret: They're not just a family, they're a pack. Ravensong is Gordo Livingstone's story.
Gordo Livingstone never forgot the lessons carved into his skin. Hardened by the betrayal of a pack that left him behind, he sought solace in the garage in his tiny mountain town, vowing never again to involve himself in the affairs of wolves.
It should have been enough.
It was, until the wolves came back, and with them, Mark Bennett. And when his town is caught in the jaws of a beast, Gordo is summoned back into the life that left him.
“Gordo, you must rise. For your pack. For us. I must ask you to become the witch to the wolves.”
Now, a year later, Gordo has once again found himself the witch of the Bennett pack. Green Creek has settled after the death of Richard Collins, and Gordo constantly struggles to ignore Mark and the song that howls between them.
But time is running out. Something is coming. And this time, it’s coming from within.
The Green Creek Series is for adult readers.
Now available from Tor Books.
“Complex and startling... Green Creek is the perfect setting.” —Charlaine Harris
The Bennett family has a secret: They're not just a family, they're a pack. Ravensong is Gordo Livingstone's story.
Gordo Livingstone never forgot the lessons carved into his skin. Hardened by the betrayal of a pack that left him behind, he sought solace in the garage in his tiny mountain town, vowing never again to involve himself in the affairs of wolves.
It should have been enough.
It was, until the wolves came back, and with them, Mark Bennett. And when his town is caught in the jaws of a beast, Gordo is summoned back into the life that left him.
“Gordo, you must rise. For your pack. For us. I must ask you to become the witch to the wolves.”
Now, a year later, Gordo has once again found himself the witch of the Bennett pack. Green Creek has settled after the death of Richard Collins, and Gordo constantly struggles to ignore Mark and the song that howls between them.
But time is running out. Something is coming. And this time, it’s coming from within.
The Green Creek Series is for adult readers.
Now available from Tor Books.
512 pages, Hardcover
First published July 31, 2018
About the author
T.J. Klune
61 books46.9k followersTJ KLUNE is a Lambda Literary Award-winning author (Into This River I Drown) and an ex-claims examiner for an insurance company. His novels include The House in the Cerulean Sea and The Extraordinaries. Being queer himself, TJ believes it's important—now more than ever—to have accurate, positive, queer representation in stories.
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December 6, 2018Updated 12/6/18
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July 28, 2018
In english: 4.5 stars. I loved it. Gordo deserves all the love in the world.
REVIEW EN ESPAÑOL. Tal vez lo traduzca a inglés un día.
(Recibí una copia avanzada por parte del autor a cambio de una reseña honesta).
En realidad no sé si la puntuación de este libro sea de 4.5 estrellas o 4 estrellas. Debo comenzar diciendo que me gustó muchísimo, pero que no me gustó tanto como Wolfsong. O SEA, es maravilloso, pero la vibra fue mucho más melancólica y oscura, y extrañé esa sensación de amor-y-familia-y-cosas-bonitas que tuvimos en Wolfsong. No sé si me estoy dando a entender. En fin, que Ravensong haya sido duro y oscuro no le quitó lo INCREÍBLE, pues como ya dije desde un inicio: me encantó.
En este libro nos centramos completamente en la relación de Gordo y Mark, con Gordo como nuestro narrador, y debo advertirles: Gordo está amargado y odia todo y a todos (menos a Ox, jajaja). Él ha sufrido mucho y al fin conocemos las razones que lo hicieron ser como es en la actualidad. También tenemos de vuelta a todo el pack Bennet, esta vez con sus dos alfas, y la dinámica se pone muy interesante. Ox y Joe siguen siendo hermosos, y todavía tenemos todo eso precioso de: packpackpack. Ay, cómo extrañaba leer a estos personajes.
Un detallito que no me encantó fue el "Team Human", o sea, los humanos. Sentí que solo estaban allí para el comic relief y que no tenían ninguna otra función. Me llegué a fastidiar un poco de sus bromas y chistes, pues las hacían en cada momento intenso del libro (supongo que para bajar la intensidad) y a veces me arruinaban todo el mood.
Y pues... creo que en los siguientes libros solo nos espera más oscuridad y desdicha, jajaja, aunque tengo la esperanza de que el libro de Robbie y Kelly sea bonito y tierno, como el de Ox y Joe. Ravensong fue más maduro (AH, esa era la palabra que buscaba desde el principio). OH, y el libro de Carter también se viene BUENO, pues ya adelantaron quien es su "mate" y solo les digo que fue de mis personajes favoritos de este libro, jajajaja.
EN FIN. Creo que es todo por ahora. Nos vemos en mi wrap up de Julio.
PERO OMG, léanlo, esta saga es maravillosa y no se la pueden perder.
REVIEW EN ESPAÑOL. Tal vez lo traduzca a inglés un día.
(Recibí una copia avanzada por parte del autor a cambio de una reseña honesta).
En realidad no sé si la puntuación de este libro sea de 4.5 estrellas o 4 estrellas. Debo comenzar diciendo que me gustó muchísimo, pero que no me gustó tanto como Wolfsong. O SEA, es maravilloso, pero la vibra fue mucho más melancólica y oscura, y extrañé esa sensación de amor-y-familia-y-cosas-bonitas que tuvimos en Wolfsong. No sé si me estoy dando a entender. En fin, que Ravensong haya sido duro y oscuro no le quitó lo INCREÍBLE, pues como ya dije desde un inicio: me encantó.
En este libro nos centramos completamente en la relación de Gordo y Mark, con Gordo como nuestro narrador, y debo advertirles: Gordo está amargado y odia todo y a todos (menos a Ox, jajaja). Él ha sufrido mucho y al fin conocemos las razones que lo hicieron ser como es en la actualidad. También tenemos de vuelta a todo el pack Bennet, esta vez con sus dos alfas, y la dinámica se pone muy interesante. Ox y Joe siguen siendo hermosos, y todavía tenemos todo eso precioso de: packpackpack. Ay, cómo extrañaba leer a estos personajes.
Un detallito que no me encantó fue el "Team Human", o sea, los humanos. Sentí que solo estaban allí para el comic relief y que no tenían ninguna otra función. Me llegué a fastidiar un poco de sus bromas y chistes, pues las hacían en cada momento intenso del libro (supongo que para bajar la intensidad) y a veces me arruinaban todo el mood.
Y pues... creo que en los siguientes libros solo nos espera más oscuridad y desdicha, jajaja, aunque tengo la esperanza de que el libro de Robbie y Kelly sea bonito y tierno, como el de Ox y Joe. Ravensong fue más maduro (AH, esa era la palabra que buscaba desde el principio). OH, y el libro de Carter también se viene BUENO, pues ya adelantaron quien es su "mate" y solo les digo que fue de mis personajes favoritos de este libro, jajajaja.
EN FIN. Creo que es todo por ahora. Nos vemos en mi wrap up de Julio.
PERO OMG, léanlo, esta saga es maravillosa y no se la pueden perder.
April 29, 2024
***Spoiler-Free review, baby!***
*4.5 stars*
It would be hard for me to spoil Ravensong, even if I wanted to, because it rushed by me so quickly that I feel that horrible book let down, that feeling of loss when a great book is over. I'm brushing off the dust thinking, What the hell just happened?
Ravensong pushes forward at such a continuous, pulsing pace that it feels like leaning over the edge of a cliff the entire time. You won't want to stop reading.
Now, before I get into Ravensong more, I'll start by highly recommending ALL readers do a re-read of Wolfsong before jumping into this one. I thought I'd be fine because I last read Wolfsong only two years ago and I really hate re-reads, but I was actually pretty lost in the beginning. I felt like I was tossed into the fray, and it took a couple of chapters for me to re-orient myself.
Also, it's important to note that this book in no way works as a stand-alone. You MUST read Wolfsong first.
I actually think I liked Ravensong a bit better than Wolfsong. There is something about a story of two men separated by years and years of resentment and anger and love that just works for me. I liked how the journey for Mark and Gordo was difficult and long, and though I think this book lacked a bit of that romance-y romance feeling, there was a deep undercurrent of intense love that punched me in the gut. We don't see lots of pages of feelings-talk or wooing, but the emotions... they are there and you will FEEL them.
I also had an easier time with the plethora of secondary characters in Ravensong. I loved, loved, loved the bright spot of comic relief that the humans brought to the story because Ravensong is a serious, intense story. Ravensong follows the vibe of Wolfsong, which showcases T.J. Klune's ability to write darker, more powerful novels.
Ravensong is all about families, whether they be chosen or through birth, and the ties that bind them together. There is a feeling of pack, pack, pack and that repetitive, lyrical style of T.J. Klune's really draws the reader in and makes them feel like, YES these bonds exist and they are strong and difficult and easy and present, whether we like them or not. I felt like I was part of these people and their lives, and I was hurting and rejoicing and struggling along with them.
I think I enjoyed the pace and the writing style most of all. I felt this intense pull to keep reading, and even though the book is quite long, it really flew by and felt streamlined and well-edited. It was easy to read, and when I finished I just wanted MORE.
The love story between Mark and Gordo is there and it touched me, but it almost felt a bit secondary to the story of the pack overall. The bonds between families and pack wormed beneath my skin just as much as the bonds between Mark and Gordo. I really did love how they had to fight and work for each other, and I love how TJ always satisfies me in that way.
All readers of "Wolfsong" will go nuts for "Ravensong," I promise. It is just as epic as the first in the series, and it felt good to come home to the pack.
*Copy provided in exchange for an honest review*
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*4.5 stars*
It would be hard for me to spoil Ravensong, even if I wanted to, because it rushed by me so quickly that I feel that horrible book let down, that feeling of loss when a great book is over. I'm brushing off the dust thinking, What the hell just happened?
Ravensong pushes forward at such a continuous, pulsing pace that it feels like leaning over the edge of a cliff the entire time. You won't want to stop reading.
Now, before I get into Ravensong more, I'll start by highly recommending ALL readers do a re-read of Wolfsong before jumping into this one. I thought I'd be fine because I last read Wolfsong only two years ago and I really hate re-reads, but I was actually pretty lost in the beginning. I felt like I was tossed into the fray, and it took a couple of chapters for me to re-orient myself.
Also, it's important to note that this book in no way works as a stand-alone. You MUST read Wolfsong first.
I actually think I liked Ravensong a bit better than Wolfsong. There is something about a story of two men separated by years and years of resentment and anger and love that just works for me. I liked how the journey for Mark and Gordo was difficult and long, and though I think this book lacked a bit of that romance-y romance feeling, there was a deep undercurrent of intense love that punched me in the gut. We don't see lots of pages of feelings-talk or wooing, but the emotions... they are there and you will FEEL them.
I also had an easier time with the plethora of secondary characters in Ravensong. I loved, loved, loved the bright spot of comic relief that the humans brought to the story because Ravensong is a serious, intense story. Ravensong follows the vibe of Wolfsong, which showcases T.J. Klune's ability to write darker, more powerful novels.
Ravensong is all about families, whether they be chosen or through birth, and the ties that bind them together. There is a feeling of pack, pack, pack and that repetitive, lyrical style of T.J. Klune's really draws the reader in and makes them feel like, YES these bonds exist and they are strong and difficult and easy and present, whether we like them or not. I felt like I was part of these people and their lives, and I was hurting and rejoicing and struggling along with them.
I think I enjoyed the pace and the writing style most of all. I felt this intense pull to keep reading, and even though the book is quite long, it really flew by and felt streamlined and well-edited. It was easy to read, and when I finished I just wanted MORE.
The love story between Mark and Gordo is there and it touched me, but it almost felt a bit secondary to the story of the pack overall. The bonds between families and pack wormed beneath my skin just as much as the bonds between Mark and Gordo. I really did love how they had to fight and work for each other, and I love how TJ always satisfies me in that way.
All readers of "Wolfsong" will go nuts for "Ravensong," I promise. It is just as epic as the first in the series, and it felt good to come home to the pack.
*Copy provided in exchange for an honest review*
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February 9, 2022
Leer esta saga es un viaje.
Tenía muchas ganas de leer más sobre Gordo. Es uno de los personajes adultos, con más recorrido, de toda la manada Bennett. Yo soy de lobos, sí, pero los brujos también son una pequeña perdición (mirad con Magnus Bane), así que me causaba muchísimo interés conocer más sobre su historia, su vida y el funcionamiento de la magia.
He de decir que T.J. Klune –y ya lo dije en la reseña de La canción del lobo– tiene el poder de embaucarte, hacerte sentir lo que quiera en el momento que quiera y transmitir muchísimo con muy pocas palabras. En esta segunda entrega también lo consigue, aunque siento que la historia no ha estado a la altura de la primera. ¿Quizá han sido mis expectativas respecto a lo que esperaba encontrar?
En La canción del cuervo tenemos más información sobre el pasado de la manada y sobre la vida de Gordo. Es más interesante esta segunda, aunque se cuenta de manera fragmentada con el presente y el pasado, algo que en un primer momento hace que la novela no avance demasiado rápido. Sin embargo, conocemos mejor cómo comenzó Thomas con su manada, a su padre, cómo se formaron las primeras alianzas con los Livingstone y la herencia que lleva Gordo sobre sus hombros.
Aproximadamente un tercio de la novela es revisitar momentos que más o menos conocíamos, contados desde otro punto de vista. Para mí, un gran error. A partir de la mitad es cuando avanza la historia realmente, cuando comienzan a suceder cosas nuevas e interesantes, dejando todo preparado para una gran batalla que me tiene ya nervioso. Aunque no puedo negar que me hubiera gustado que el ritmo y acción que se mantiene durante la segunda mitad hubiera estado presente durante la primera.
La historia de Mark y Gordo... Ay. No es tan potente como la de Joe y Ox, pero sin duda es diferente. Habla sobre otras cosas, con problemas adultos y personajes mucho más maduros. Por supuesto que tenía que ser diferente. Vale que no me haya hecho emocionarme tanto, pero la forma en la que lo narra el autor sí que es delicada y hermosa. Me ha gustado mucho conocer más sobre ellos, sus tira y aflojas, su continua tensión sexual.
En definitiva, La canción del cuervo es una buena continuación que profundiza más en personajes que te llenan el alma. Tiene acción y promete darnos más entregas emocionantes, con grandes cambios en cómo entendemos el universo de Klune, aunque me ha faltado ese toque de arrasar con mis sentimientos que tuvo el primero.
Tenía muchas ganas de leer más sobre Gordo. Es uno de los personajes adultos, con más recorrido, de toda la manada Bennett. Yo soy de lobos, sí, pero los brujos también son una pequeña perdición (mirad con Magnus Bane), así que me causaba muchísimo interés conocer más sobre su historia, su vida y el funcionamiento de la magia.
He de decir que T.J. Klune –y ya lo dije en la reseña de La canción del lobo– tiene el poder de embaucarte, hacerte sentir lo que quiera en el momento que quiera y transmitir muchísimo con muy pocas palabras. En esta segunda entrega también lo consigue, aunque siento que la historia no ha estado a la altura de la primera. ¿Quizá han sido mis expectativas respecto a lo que esperaba encontrar?
En La canción del cuervo tenemos más información sobre el pasado de la manada y sobre la vida de Gordo. Es más interesante esta segunda, aunque se cuenta de manera fragmentada con el presente y el pasado, algo que en un primer momento hace que la novela no avance demasiado rápido. Sin embargo, conocemos mejor cómo comenzó Thomas con su manada, a su padre, cómo se formaron las primeras alianzas con los Livingstone y la herencia que lleva Gordo sobre sus hombros.
Aproximadamente un tercio de la novela es revisitar momentos que más o menos conocíamos, contados desde otro punto de vista. Para mí, un gran error. A partir de la mitad es cuando avanza la historia realmente, cuando comienzan a suceder cosas nuevas e interesantes, dejando todo preparado para una gran batalla que me tiene ya nervioso. Aunque no puedo negar que me hubiera gustado que el ritmo y acción que se mantiene durante la segunda mitad hubiera estado presente durante la primera.
La historia de Mark y Gordo... Ay. No es tan potente como la de Joe y Ox, pero sin duda es diferente. Habla sobre otras cosas, con problemas adultos y personajes mucho más maduros. Por supuesto que tenía que ser diferente. Vale que no me haya hecho emocionarme tanto, pero la forma en la que lo narra el autor sí que es delicada y hermosa. Me ha gustado mucho conocer más sobre ellos, sus tira y aflojas, su continua tensión sexual.
En definitiva, La canción del cuervo es una buena continuación que profundiza más en personajes que te llenan el alma. Tiene acción y promete darnos más entregas emocionantes, con grandes cambios en cómo entendemos el universo de Klune, aunque me ha faltado ese toque de arrasar con mis sentimientos que tuvo el primero.
May 28, 2023
2023:
4ta vez releyendo este libro. no me canso de la historia ni de los personajes. háganse un favor y lean esta saga.
2022:
lo sigo amando tanto como la primera vez que lo leí. necesito más de estos personajes.
4ta vez releyendo este libro. no me canso de la historia ni de los personajes. háganse un favor y lean esta saga.
2022:
lo sigo amando tanto como la primera vez que lo leí. necesito más de estos personajes.
August 25, 2023
“Wherever you are, that’s where my home is.”
Gordo Livingstone never forgot the lessons carved into his skin. Hardened by the betrayal of a pack who left him behind, he sought solace in the garage in his tiny mountain town, vowing never again to involve himself in the affairs of wolves.
It should have been enough.
And it was, until the wolves came back, and with them, Mark Bennett…
Ravensong is the second book in the Green Creek series and centres around Gordo Livingstone. I thoroughly enjoyed the first book in this series, Wolfsong and Ravensong is just as good. It continues to show the emotional side of the clan, emotions that you don't typically see.
My favourite part of this book though, was the magic. It grabs you and sucks you straight into the story. People transforming into wolves, moving arm tattoos, and witches!
This story is beautifully written, full of love, family, heartbreak, humour and the most spectacular cast of characters. I can't wait to continue the Green Creek series with Heartsong.
“But sometimes things happen that we don’t expect. Like finding a boy with magic in his skin who is everything.”
Thank you Macmillan Australia for gifting me an advanced copy of Ravensong.
Gordo Livingstone never forgot the lessons carved into his skin. Hardened by the betrayal of a pack who left him behind, he sought solace in the garage in his tiny mountain town, vowing never again to involve himself in the affairs of wolves.
It should have been enough.
And it was, until the wolves came back, and with them, Mark Bennett…
Ravensong is the second book in the Green Creek series and centres around Gordo Livingstone. I thoroughly enjoyed the first book in this series, Wolfsong and Ravensong is just as good. It continues to show the emotional side of the clan, emotions that you don't typically see.
My favourite part of this book though, was the magic. It grabs you and sucks you straight into the story. People transforming into wolves, moving arm tattoos, and witches!
This story is beautifully written, full of love, family, heartbreak, humour and the most spectacular cast of characters. I can't wait to continue the Green Creek series with Heartsong.
“But sometimes things happen that we don’t expect. Like finding a boy with magic in his skin who is everything.”
Thank you Macmillan Australia for gifting me an advanced copy of Ravensong.
July 10, 2018
Okay folks, I'll just say it up front. I could NOT put this book down. Not that I wanted to. :- P
This was a tale of a love that should have been, mates that should have been, before fate and cruel circumstances stepped in, causing deep feelings of abandonment and betrayal.
Gordo Livingstone hadn't been the witch of the Bennett pack for a very long time when the Bennett's finally returned home to Green Creek. Then, when they finally did, he wanted nothing to do with any of them.
Especially not Mark Bennett, the boy who grew up being his shadow. The boy who tried to protect him. The boy who broke his heart, when he chose pack and duty over his would-be mate, Gordo.
The rebuilding of Gordo and Mark's former relationship was very slow-going in this story, and was not all sunshine and roses.
My face nearly fell off at one point when Gordo slept with someone else. Then a different someone else. But Mark was also dating "Dale", so just be warned that the MC's *did* have sex with other people here, if that's a trigger for you.
Much like Joe and Ox's back stories in Wolfsong, this second book gave a good number of details regarding Gordo's childhood and past. But unlike Joe and Ox, I've got to say it, Gordo was not one of my "he must get his own book" characters. I'm not sure why.
However, I did thoroughly enjoy Gordo and Mark's story as much as I'd hoped that I would. Much of that enjoyment, though, came from the amazing and hilarious side characters. Between Rico and Carter, I was repeatedly laughing, and secretly wanted *them* to get their own book.
Go, Team CartCo!
That book would no doubt have All The Banter, and I would swoon, and probably wet myself. Just a little. But alas, Rico was dating a bad-ass chick and Carter couldn't turn around without tripping over his (probable) love interest in this story. *sigh*
This book had about the same type of feeling for me that TJ's "A Destiny of Dragons" did, in that it felt like more of a battle than the actual war. By the end of this book, though, all out war was much closer on the Bennett pack's horizon.
And bitches are going to motherfucking PAY.
My only niggle about this story would be that, for a book of this length, the romantic aspects of the book waited until nearly the 11th hour to truly start coming together. So while there were feels and longing, my romantic heart-strings weren't pulled quite as strongly here as in Wolfsong.
We were given a significantly condensed, fast-forwarded version of the three-plus year separation in book 1. THANK. FUCK. That shit nearly killed me the first time around.
As this book ended, enemies were regrouping and plotting, and I'm pretty sure I will in no way like where their evil plans will take the Bennett pack, which doesn't mean that I wouldn't take the next book in a hot minute today, if offered. heh
Overall, I'd rate this action-packed and extremely engaging read at 4.5 stars, and also give Gordo a hand for not taking any shit from their enemies and making them regret their actions, sooner rather than later.
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July 25, 2021
4.5 stars!!
This Green Creek series… I love these books and this pack so much! After reading Wolfsong last year, I could not wait for this book. The moment it went on audio, I made time to listen. It was a long book, but once again, the story hooked me and it didn’t feel long at all. Honestly, I didn’t want it to end.
Gordo and Mark’s story spans 25-30ish years. It starts out when they’re just boys, and goes to the present from when they’re both around 40. There story is complex and has many ups and downs. Through it all, one thing is for certain. Whether they love each other or hate each other, they have a connection that can’t be denied. They are tied to each other and they belong together. Though they hate each other more than they love each other sometimes, deep down, the love is always there.
My heart was broken for Gordo throughout this book. He felt so alone, so abandoned and neglected and I could never fault him for the choices he made with all he dealt with. I loved Mark, too and I felt for him as well. I guess I was so much more sympathetic to Gordo since we get the whole story through his eyes.
As much as I loved the MC’s the entire Bennet Pack is incredible! Seriously, I love them so much! Rico is my favorite EVER. I seriously could not get enough of him. He was so freaking funny and a comic relief every time we needed it! I highlighted like everything he said! He and the other humans are the best friends to Gordo and were just great!
My only issue with this book is that I wanted so much more present time with Mark and Gordo. There was so much of their past and so much back and forth in the present, I wanted more of them once they finally got their act together. Aside from that, I have only praises to sing about this story. I saw that Kelly and Robbie’s story is next *dying*. After seeing the chemistry between them in this book, I cannot wait!
This book really pulled at my heartstrings. TJ Klune is an extraordinary author. I adore his writing style. This book was heartbreaking, heartwarming, made me laugh, made me cry, and made me feel. Also, I have to add in that this series was made to be listened to. The narration is fantastic in both books. I definitely recommend!!!
This Green Creek series… I love these books and this pack so much! After reading Wolfsong last year, I could not wait for this book. The moment it went on audio, I made time to listen. It was a long book, but once again, the story hooked me and it didn’t feel long at all. Honestly, I didn’t want it to end.
Gordo and Mark’s story spans 25-30ish years. It starts out when they’re just boys, and goes to the present from when they’re both around 40. There story is complex and has many ups and downs. Through it all, one thing is for certain. Whether they love each other or hate each other, they have a connection that can’t be denied. They are tied to each other and they belong together. Though they hate each other more than they love each other sometimes, deep down, the love is always there.
My heart was broken for Gordo throughout this book. He felt so alone, so abandoned and neglected and I could never fault him for the choices he made with all he dealt with. I loved Mark, too and I felt for him as well. I guess I was so much more sympathetic to Gordo since we get the whole story through his eyes.
As much as I loved the MC’s the entire Bennet Pack is incredible! Seriously, I love them so much! Rico is my favorite EVER. I seriously could not get enough of him. He was so freaking funny and a comic relief every time we needed it! I highlighted like everything he said! He and the other humans are the best friends to Gordo and were just great!
My only issue with this book is that I wanted so much more present time with Mark and Gordo. There was so much of their past and so much back and forth in the present, I wanted more of them once they finally got their act together. Aside from that, I have only praises to sing about this story. I saw that Kelly and Robbie’s story is next *dying*. After seeing the chemistry between them in this book, I cannot wait!
This book really pulled at my heartstrings. TJ Klune is an extraordinary author. I adore his writing style. This book was heartbreaking, heartwarming, made me laugh, made me cry, and made me feel. Also, I have to add in that this series was made to be listened to. The narration is fantastic in both books. I definitely recommend!!!
"I don't want to lose this. This tether… it’s the only part of you that's ever been mine.”
September 3, 2019
I love TJ Klune, I think he really does write magic
"Wolfsong" was my nr. 1 book for 2016 and I am sure that "Ravensong" will end up being my best read of 2018. It was raw, emotional, heartbreaking and funny. In short it was wonderful...
Now TJ always asks to keep reviews spoiler-free, and since I worship the ground he walks on...you won't be getting a whole lot of info from me ...sorry
This book should not be read as a stand-alone, you need to read "Wolfsong" first. There are times this book runs parallel to Wolfsong, so it's important you know all that has happened... If you have read Wolfsong and you are not like me (who re-reads it every couple of months), maybe it would be smart (and fun) to read it again ;)
Gordo and Mark have a long history together and this book shows us a lot of that history. Gordo broke my heart and made me cry out loud !!!
Reading about all that has happened to him ...I got so mad on his behalf !!! And their suffering isn't done yet, there is more to come. It isn't fair, but when is it ever ??
They will all have to stand together, the whole pack, to fight this fight.
Something is coming. And this time, it’s crawling from within.
Unfortunately, I can't give you much more. I agree with TJ, that this one should be read spoiler-free. That said... I think those of you who loved Wolfsong, will love this one as well. But it doesn't end here...there is more to come and I myself can't wait !!
November 13, 2019
packpackpack
Pain is a lesson. It teaches you the ways of the world. We must hurt the ones we love in order to make them stronger. To make them better. One day you’ll understand.
War has come at the Bennett pack's doorstep.
After Wolfsong, another amazing experience.
If you consider Wolfsong a book about two men who
-belong together,
-have grown up together,
-have mature and realised their capabilities and potentials and
-have fallen in love in the process;
then Ravensong are about two men who
-belong together, BUT
-have not been allowed to grow up together,
-did not have to mature because they have already had old souls and
-circumstances made them love each other from a distance.
...Then, this is a book about grown ups: How two mature people can survive the mistakes of the past, the decisions that others took on their behalf and their lost love of their youth.
The protective uncle, Mark Bennett.
The protective witch, Gordo Livingstone.
They have always put others' happiness above their happiness.
And before you ask me: “What on earth are you talking about? This is a book about werewolves and mythical ravens, isn't it”.....
....I will have to emphasise that it is a deep poetic fascinating study about human nature and lost loves that make hearts bleed even after decades of separation.
“I will miss him every day until I can stand at his side again, until I can look upon his face, his beautiful face, and tell him how angry I am. How stupid he is. How lovely it is to see him again, and would he please just say my name.” are the words that Elisabeth Bennet says about the loss of her husband. What an awesome character Elizabeth is!
And I can imagine that the same things Gordo thinks about Mark. The only difference is that Gordo and Mark will have a second chance to correct things.
This is really a second chance romance story hidden behind the survival and final strong establishment of the Bennett pack.
This is not a normal shifters' book with witches and Alphas and fast love.
There is adventure inside, there are epic scenes and maybe strained ownership and love that does not let the ones involved take a breath.
There is also humour, poetry, tear-jerking scenes and so many interesting solid characters.
“There’s anger,” he said quietly. “It’s smoke and ash. But underneath, there is still dirt and leaves and rain. Like there always was. Like the first time. I remember it. I never smelled anything like it before. I wanted to consume it. I wanted it rubbed into my skin so it would never leave me. I wanted to sink my teeth into it until your blood filled my mouth. Because the first one always hurts.”
I suppose I don't need to emphasise that you have to read Wolfsong first to fully understand and appreciate Ravensong's world.
Enjoy!
Pain is a lesson. It teaches you the ways of the world. We must hurt the ones we love in order to make them stronger. To make them better. One day you’ll understand.
War has come at the Bennett pack's doorstep.
After Wolfsong, another amazing experience.
If you consider Wolfsong a book about two men who
-belong together,
-have grown up together,
-have mature and realised their capabilities and potentials and
-have fallen in love in the process;
then Ravensong are about two men who
-belong together, BUT
-have not been allowed to grow up together,
-did not have to mature because they have already had old souls and
-circumstances made them love each other from a distance.
...Then, this is a book about grown ups: How two mature people can survive the mistakes of the past, the decisions that others took on their behalf and their lost love of their youth.
The protective uncle, Mark Bennett.
The protective witch, Gordo Livingstone.
They have always put others' happiness above their happiness.
And before you ask me: “What on earth are you talking about? This is a book about werewolves and mythical ravens, isn't it”.....
....I will have to emphasise that it is a deep poetic fascinating study about human nature and lost loves that make hearts bleed even after decades of separation.
“I will miss him every day until I can stand at his side again, until I can look upon his face, his beautiful face, and tell him how angry I am. How stupid he is. How lovely it is to see him again, and would he please just say my name.” are the words that Elisabeth Bennet says about the loss of her husband. What an awesome character Elizabeth is!
And I can imagine that the same things Gordo thinks about Mark. The only difference is that Gordo and Mark will have a second chance to correct things.
This is really a second chance romance story hidden behind the survival and final strong establishment of the Bennett pack.
This is not a normal shifters' book with witches and Alphas and fast love.
There is adventure inside, there are epic scenes and maybe strained ownership and love that does not let the ones involved take a breath.
There is also humour, poetry, tear-jerking scenes and so many interesting solid characters.
“There’s anger,” he said quietly. “It’s smoke and ash. But underneath, there is still dirt and leaves and rain. Like there always was. Like the first time. I remember it. I never smelled anything like it before. I wanted to consume it. I wanted it rubbed into my skin so it would never leave me. I wanted to sink my teeth into it until your blood filled my mouth. Because the first one always hurts.”
I suppose I don't need to emphasise that you have to read Wolfsong first to fully understand and appreciate Ravensong's world.
Enjoy!
June 14, 2023
— 3.5 stars ☆
I thought of a boy with eyes of ice telling me that he loved me, that he didn’t want to leave again but he had to, he had to, his Alpha was demanding it, and he would come back for me, Gordo, you have to believe I’ll come back for you. You are my mate, I love you, I love you, I love you.
the boy who smelled of dirt and leaves and rain who had magic coursing through his blood. the wolf who followed him around everywhere... until he couldn’t anymore, and it caused a rift between everything.
“This is what I want.” Then, “It’s another secret. Just between you and me.”
His lips twitched at that, and I knew I’d won. “I like having secrets with you.”
There was a strange twist in the pit of my stomach.
this doesn’t have my heart as much as wolfsong did, but the vibes are the same. the found family between all of them has my entire heart fr. 😭 i just wanna know though, why did it have to start with the separation time between all of them :( it just increased the angstiness in the “present” timeline and it made me less invested in mark and gordo’s romance. 😭 gordo pissed me off with his decisions so many times, okay?? mark is precious though (sometimes 😩). i loved their cute sweet lil first love story fs (the flashbacks) but then all that shit happened and yes IT SUCKED but i didn’t love them together for one reason only. i felt like they’d both wasted so much time. i wanted more of them together, not apart. and when they finally came together, well. it just wasn’t enough. and it was their bullheadedness that caused that and ugh i felt for both of them so bad. ☹️
Here. With me. My people.
Whole and healthy and strong.
Chris said, “It’s okay.”
“Tanner said, “We can feel it too.”
Jessie said, “All of us.”
Rico said, “Right here, papi. Right here with you.”
Robbie said, “We won’t stop.”
Kelly said, “No matter what.”
Carter said, “Because that’s what pack does.”
Elizabeth said, “That’s what family is supposed to do.”
Joe said, “We fight back.”
Ox said, “And we never stop.”
Mark leaned forward and kissed me sweetly. I closed my eyes, and it was dirt and leaves and rain and he said, “I love you, I love you, I love you.”
And I believed him.
I believed all of them.
Because I was feral strong and wolf proud. There was magic coursing through my veins, singing as loud as I’d ever heard it.
i actually liked the plot in this one though (more so than in wolfsong, at least 😭) but i love wolfsong more only bc i’m a romance girly. 🤣 and see, there were very emotional moments for me (like when gordo returned mark’s stone wolf?? and then in the end when mark offered it back to him?? I ALMOST SOBBED FR.) but then mainly, i felt disconnected from the romance bc i loved how mark followed gordo everywhere around in the “past” flashbacks but in the present? i couldn’t feel either one of them reaching out for the other. :( i felt like both of them were pushing away and yes, gordo had the reason to, yes, mark got rejected one too many times by him, i know that. but it would’ve been nice to see at least one of them fight for their connection instead of mark going with dale or whatever the fuck his name is (YES I’M SALTY ABOUT THAT OKAY 😭😭) and not even fighting for their “mate” connection like??? even joe went away!! but he didn’t fuck other people, he stayed devoted to ox the entire time and they were each other’s, always. 🥹 it’s probably not fair to compare the both of them but fuck it.
i didn’t particularly like the dale part of the book either. what right did mark have to fuck dale?? i mean yes he was salty over gordo fucking someone else and rejecting him but it was well-deserved for fucking leaving him. and instead of tryna win him back, COMMUNICATING, they wasted so much time. 🥺 it was just too much for me. i couldn’t see myself loving their romance as much. the “this isn’t over” thing. 😭😭 i usually eat up the angst in romances, but here i felt conflicted about it bc i just wanted more. it wasn’t enough.
I had wasted time. So much time.
I took a step toward him.
He never looked away.
i just wanted to bang their heads together tbh and take back all the lost moments and just get the lost time back (bc they’re literally almost 40, ffs, and they’re losing time being dumbasses?? who knows what would've happened if mark HADN’T been bitten by that omega. they prolly would’ve never gotten together, and that’s another thing that bugs me. i love how they chose each other, but did they really? i feel like circumstances forced them into choosing each other the second time, at least from gordo's side ☹️ and i didn’t like that either. without that, i felt like they would’ve never gotten their heads out of their asses and would’ve prolly been miserable without each other forever, and that thought sucks).
We were the goddamn Bennett pack.
And our song would always be heard.
special mention to rico, chris, tanner and jessie without who this book wouldn’t be what it was. 😩🥰 and ofc MY BABIES carter, kelly & robbie (and that timber wolf who followed carter everywhere, he’s already so precious to me and I WANNA KNOW MORE OKAY. 🤣 with the way he was clinging so hard to carter and tryna protect him, i love him from that alone). and elizabeth my queen. 🥺 THE BENNETT-MATHESON (MY) PACK NEVER FAILS ME THOUGH, END OF. but also... now comes my most anticipated (softest) couple and hopefully they deliver 🥺 bc robbiekelly already have my heart, i swear. <3
moments that broke me:
story/plot/side characters/pack-wise rating: 4 stars
romance-wise rating: 3 stars
I thought of a boy with eyes of ice telling me that he loved me, that he didn’t want to leave again but he had to, he had to, his Alpha was demanding it, and he would come back for me, Gordo, you have to believe I’ll come back for you. You are my mate, I love you, I love you, I love you.
the boy who smelled of dirt and leaves and rain who had magic coursing through his blood. the wolf who followed him around everywhere... until he couldn’t anymore, and it caused a rift between everything.
“This is what I want.” Then, “It’s another secret. Just between you and me.”
His lips twitched at that, and I knew I’d won. “I like having secrets with you.”
There was a strange twist in the pit of my stomach.
this doesn’t have my heart as much as wolfsong did, but the vibes are the same. the found family between all of them has my entire heart fr. 😭 i just wanna know though, why did it have to start with the separation time between all of them :( it just increased the angstiness in the “present” timeline and it made me less invested in mark and gordo’s romance. 😭 gordo pissed me off with his decisions so many times, okay?? mark is precious though (sometimes 😩). i loved their cute sweet lil first love story fs (the flashbacks) but then all that shit happened and yes IT SUCKED but i didn’t love them together for one reason only. i felt like they’d both wasted so much time. i wanted more of them together, not apart. and when they finally came together, well. it just wasn’t enough. and it was their bullheadedness that caused that and ugh i felt for both of them so bad. ☹️
Here. With me. My people.
Whole and healthy and strong.
Chris said, “It’s okay.”
“Tanner said, “We can feel it too.”
Jessie said, “All of us.”
Rico said, “Right here, papi. Right here with you.”
Robbie said, “We won’t stop.”
Kelly said, “No matter what.”
Carter said, “Because that’s what pack does.”
Elizabeth said, “That’s what family is supposed to do.”
Joe said, “We fight back.”
Ox said, “And we never stop.”
Mark leaned forward and kissed me sweetly. I closed my eyes, and it was dirt and leaves and rain and he said, “I love you, I love you, I love you.”
And I believed him.
I believed all of them.
Because I was feral strong and wolf proud. There was magic coursing through my veins, singing as loud as I’d ever heard it.
i actually liked the plot in this one though (more so than in wolfsong, at least 😭) but i love wolfsong more only bc i’m a romance girly. 🤣 and see, there were very emotional moments for me (like when gordo returned mark’s stone wolf?? and then in the end when mark offered it back to him?? I ALMOST SOBBED FR.) but then mainly, i felt disconnected from the romance bc i loved how mark followed gordo everywhere around in the “past” flashbacks but in the present? i couldn’t feel either one of them reaching out for the other. :( i felt like both of them were pushing away and yes, gordo had the reason to, yes, mark got rejected one too many times by him, i know that. but it would’ve been nice to see at least one of them fight for their connection instead of mark going with dale or whatever the fuck his name is (YES I’M SALTY ABOUT THAT OKAY 😭😭) and not even fighting for their “mate” connection like??? even joe went away!! but he didn’t fuck other people, he stayed devoted to ox the entire time and they were each other’s, always. 🥹 it’s probably not fair to compare the both of them but fuck it.
i didn’t particularly like the dale part of the book either. what right did mark have to fuck dale?? i mean yes he was salty over gordo fucking someone else and rejecting him but it was well-deserved for fucking leaving him. and instead of tryna win him back, COMMUNICATING, they wasted so much time. 🥺 it was just too much for me. i couldn’t see myself loving their romance as much. the “this isn’t over” thing. 😭😭 i usually eat up the angst in romances, but here i felt conflicted about it bc i just wanted more. it wasn’t enough.
I had wasted time. So much time.
I took a step toward him.
He never looked away.
i just wanted to bang their heads together tbh and take back all the lost moments and just get the lost time back (bc they’re literally almost 40, ffs, and they’re losing time being dumbasses?? who knows what would've happened if mark HADN’T been bitten by that omega. they prolly would’ve never gotten together, and that’s another thing that bugs me. i love how they chose each other, but did they really? i feel like circumstances forced them into choosing each other the second time, at least from gordo's side ☹️ and i didn’t like that either. without that, i felt like they would’ve never gotten their heads out of their asses and would’ve prolly been miserable without each other forever, and that thought sucks).
We were the goddamn Bennett pack.
And our song would always be heard.
special mention to rico, chris, tanner and jessie without who this book wouldn’t be what it was. 😩🥰 and ofc MY BABIES carter, kelly & robbie (and that timber wolf who followed carter everywhere, he’s already so precious to me and I WANNA KNOW MORE OKAY. 🤣 with the way he was clinging so hard to carter and tryna protect him, i love him from that alone). and elizabeth my queen. 🥺 THE BENNETT-MATHESON (MY) PACK NEVER FAILS ME THOUGH, END OF. but also... now comes my most anticipated (softest) couple and hopefully they deliver 🥺 bc robbiekelly already have my heart, i swear. <3
moments that broke me:
story/plot/side characters/pack-wise rating: 4 stars
romance-wise rating: 3 stars
August 14, 2018
this book was one of my most awaited book for this year. I started reading as soon as i got my hands on this and I just loved it so much.
As the blurb says this book is about Gordo and Mark but it was so much more. While these two were at the middle of everything, this story tells us about the little boy whose mother told him how bad wolves were, whose father told him how strong he was and how the wolves depend on him. This story tells us about the boy who fell in love with the other boy and how heartbroken he was when the said beloved picked pack over him; and how his alpha left him behind. This story tells us why a mature man once again got tangled with wolves and why he lost a part of him to save one of the wolves because he knew he was pack and anyone else would do the same to save him.
I loved the history of Bennetts and Livingston that Klune has woven here. It tells us so much about the hold of Bennetts over the wolves and why everyone is scared of Livingston name. The hunters who came to Green Creek and forced Bennetts to leave Creek.
Now back to Mark and Gordo, and the reason why didn't I gave it five. I didn't feel the passion and intensity in this relation as I felt for Joe and Oxnard. There was just too much anger on Gordo's part, and it was valid but after a time it got repetitive. He just wasn't ready to listen to anything, hurting and emotionally torturing himself and Mark.
In the end it was a story that I really enjoyed reading and the way this book ended, I want next book right now.
As the blurb says this book is about Gordo and Mark but it was so much more. While these two were at the middle of everything, this story tells us about the little boy whose mother told him how bad wolves were, whose father told him how strong he was and how the wolves depend on him. This story tells us about the boy who fell in love with the other boy and how heartbroken he was when the said beloved picked pack over him; and how his alpha left him behind. This story tells us why a mature man once again got tangled with wolves and why he lost a part of him to save one of the wolves because he knew he was pack and anyone else would do the same to save him.
I loved the history of Bennetts and Livingston that Klune has woven here. It tells us so much about the hold of Bennetts over the wolves and why everyone is scared of Livingston name. The hunters who came to Green Creek and forced Bennetts to leave Creek.
Now back to Mark and Gordo, and the reason why didn't I gave it five. I didn't feel the passion and intensity in this relation as I felt for Joe and Oxnard. There was just too much anger on Gordo's part, and it was valid but after a time it got repetitive. He just wasn't ready to listen to anything, hurting and emotionally torturing himself and Mark.
In the end it was a story that I really enjoyed reading and the way this book ended, I want next book right now.
August 5, 2018
Kill me. Take all my stars and just fucking kill me.
July 8, 2023
Ravensong had me singing along with the wolves. This was a gripping, magical, tense, and action packed book that left me wanting more wolves, more witches and more pack!
I loved, loved, loved Wolfsong the first book in the Green Creek series and was so excited to get my hands on this book. It did not disappoint. In this book Gordo and Mark's story is laid bare. But it is also about the pack, their relationships, their bonds, their teethers, and battles they must fight.
I loved getting more of Gordo and Mark. Gordo is such a great character who stepped up when Ox needed him as a child. Saying that Gordo has had a complicated life is putting it mildly. He has suffered loss, pain, abandonment, and heartache. It was refreshing to see him grow and change as he grew and matured. It was also sweet to see him get a second chance at romance. Mark has always been a likeable and charming character. I enjoyed reading his backstory and could feel his sense of loss and longing jumping off the pages. I loved that he got a second chance at romance.
Oh, how I love T.J. Klune's writing, his original storylines, his character's and the worlds he builds. This book begins at the events of Wolfsong and I highly recommend reading that book first (it's amazing). I felt so many emotions while reading this book as I adore all the characters in the pack. Klune has excelled at creating characters that I care about.
I can't wait to read the next book in this fabulous series!
Gripping, tense, full of heart, and magic!
4.5 stars
Thank you to Tor Publishing Group, Tor Books and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.
Read more of my reviews at www.openbookposts.com
I loved, loved, loved Wolfsong the first book in the Green Creek series and was so excited to get my hands on this book. It did not disappoint. In this book Gordo and Mark's story is laid bare. But it is also about the pack, their relationships, their bonds, their teethers, and battles they must fight.
I loved getting more of Gordo and Mark. Gordo is such a great character who stepped up when Ox needed him as a child. Saying that Gordo has had a complicated life is putting it mildly. He has suffered loss, pain, abandonment, and heartache. It was refreshing to see him grow and change as he grew and matured. It was also sweet to see him get a second chance at romance. Mark has always been a likeable and charming character. I enjoyed reading his backstory and could feel his sense of loss and longing jumping off the pages. I loved that he got a second chance at romance.
Oh, how I love T.J. Klune's writing, his original storylines, his character's and the worlds he builds. This book begins at the events of Wolfsong and I highly recommend reading that book first (it's amazing). I felt so many emotions while reading this book as I adore all the characters in the pack. Klune has excelled at creating characters that I care about.
I can't wait to read the next book in this fabulous series!
Gripping, tense, full of heart, and magic!
4.5 stars
Thank you to Tor Publishing Group, Tor Books and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.
Read more of my reviews at www.openbookposts.com
December 26, 2023
I waited almost a year to pick up this second book because I knew that Gordo and Mark's book was going to break my heart. Wolfsong is one of my favorite books of all time and I just didn't want another book to be over, but I finally picked it up and my heart was definitely broken!
Gordo is the Bennett's witch, but he definitely experiences heartbreak and heartache being close to that family. His romance with Mark is a second chance romance and this book had me wanting to cry only twenty pages in. The romance isn't as good as Joe and Ox's to me, but I still felt every emotion Gordo and Mark felt and was dying for them to have their happy ending.
There is a lot of conflict among the werewolves carried over from the previous book, plus a new villain and conflict, and that definitely kept this plot moving. That being said, this was actually a very character driven book and the plot revolving around the conflict didn't really pick up until after halfway through the book. But these characters are all my babies and I could read 10,000 more pages about them. I am already itching to pick up the next book and see my favorite characters again! This series will forever hold a special place in my heart and I know books three and four will break my heart and put it together again as much as the first two did!
Gordo is the Bennett's witch, but he definitely experiences heartbreak and heartache being close to that family. His romance with Mark is a second chance romance and this book had me wanting to cry only twenty pages in. The romance isn't as good as Joe and Ox's to me, but I still felt every emotion Gordo and Mark felt and was dying for them to have their happy ending.
There is a lot of conflict among the werewolves carried over from the previous book, plus a new villain and conflict, and that definitely kept this plot moving. That being said, this was actually a very character driven book and the plot revolving around the conflict didn't really pick up until after halfway through the book. But these characters are all my babies and I could read 10,000 more pages about them. I am already itching to pick up the next book and see my favorite characters again! This series will forever hold a special place in my heart and I know books three and four will break my heart and put it together again as much as the first two did!
May 23, 2022
(idk who made this image but credits to them)
Imagine denying your (soul)mate for 30 !THIRTY! years and accepting them just before they are about to be lost for ever.
Yeah. I could never.
If I had a mate, I wouldn't even bother to look for a girlfriend. Free will who? What's that? Mates are perfect for each other, right? It doesn't matter if I choose her or not. So where is mine?
April 12, 2020
Three facts about the Green Creek wolf pack, brought to you by the letter D:
1) Daddy issues galore.
2) Dumber than a box of rocks.
3) Drama queens extraordinaire.
And D1 + D2 + D3 = DNF
Let them all die, I don't care! So glad to be done with this book. DNF @ 62%, and I think I need a drink.
4) Drove me to drink.
____
Update: I actually went back to this a couple days later and finished it. That was a mistake; I think I'm permanently soured on Klune now. Which is a shame, because I already own Murmuration and now I don't know if I'll ever want to read it. Oh well.
5) Done with TJ Klune. ☹️
1) Daddy issues galore.
2) Dumber than a box of rocks.
3) Drama queens extraordinaire.
And D1 + D2 + D3 = DNF
Let them all die, I don't care! So glad to be done with this book. DNF @ 62%, and I think I need a drink.
4) Drove me to drink.
____
Update: I actually went back to this a couple days later and finished it. That was a mistake; I think I'm permanently soured on Klune now. Which is a shame, because I already own Murmuration and now I don't know if I'll ever want to read it. Oh well.
5) Done with TJ Klune. ☹️
August 3, 2018
4 “Dirt and Leaves and Rain” Stars
"PackWitchBrotherLove"
I’m not really into shifter stories but I can’t get enough of this series! And you should know before this series I read one of the author’s books and I disliked the writing (I’m not a big fan of his writing style) but yet again I couldn’t put this one down! So good! So many feelings, all the emotions and you can feel them! It will make you exhausted emotionally but in a good way! It was so good to see Ox and Joe again (all candy canes and pinecone and epic and awesome)! Love all the secondary characters especially Chris, Tanner, and Rico! Hope read their story one day! My only complaint was there was little interaction between Gordo and Mark! This was supposed to be their story and I expected more of them with each other! Of course, it was understandable because they were pack but still it wasn’t enough for me! Told in Gordo's POV, 1st person. It’s the second installment in the "Green Creek" series and it should be read in order! It’s well-written, with a great story-line and lovable characters. Overall, loved it and hope you enjoy it as well!
"PackWitchBrotherLove"
I’m not really into shifter stories but I can’t get enough of this series! And you should know before this series I read one of the author’s books and I disliked the writing (I’m not a big fan of his writing style) but yet again I couldn’t put this one down! So good! So many feelings, all the emotions and you can feel them! It will make you exhausted emotionally but in a good way! It was so good to see Ox and Joe again (all candy canes and pinecone and epic and awesome)! Love all the secondary characters especially Chris, Tanner, and Rico! Hope read their story one day! My only complaint was there was little interaction between Gordo and Mark! This was supposed to be their story and I expected more of them with each other! Of course, it was understandable because they were pack but still it wasn’t enough for me! Told in Gordo's POV, 1st person. It’s the second installment in the "Green Creek" series and it should be read in order! It’s well-written, with a great story-line and lovable characters. Overall, loved it and hope you enjoy it as well!
May 7, 2019
everything i've come to love and expect from a tj klune novel
ravensong was special and beautiful and i regret putting it down in novemeber! because this was definitely not a let down after reading and falling in love with wolfsong. but there were some things that kept me from giving it a full 5 stars:
- the plot: i just... didn't care? i mean the disease aspect was heartbreaking but i felt like this book was SO focused on the conflict that the relationship kind of took a back seat
- the DUMB asses that are mark and gordo
i really appreciate a good friends to heartbreak to friends to lovers scenario but at times the tension felt a little artificial and i wanted these two dummies to talk things through sooner. especially since gordo understood the reason for their separation. like i know it hurts but use ur words, bud.
what i did like
i totally forgot how sweet and charming TJ Klune's writing is when he isn't breaking your heart. the side characters added levity to a bleak story, and even some of the gordo-mark banter pulled at me.
the smutty times and the ultimate culmination of the relationship were also fantastic. i swooned. i did NOT want to be at work when reading the scenes because damn was i blushing.
ultimately, this book was super satisfying and a lovely addition to the series. but i don't see myself rereading this one nearly as much as wolfsong
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"In Ravensong, a lighthearted rom com***, a witch named Gordo will pull his head out of his ass for the wolf of his dreams.
(*** This is a lie. There will be blood. And tears. And effigies built of me that will be burned.) "
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ravensong was special and beautiful and i regret putting it down in novemeber! because this was definitely not a let down after reading and falling in love with wolfsong. but there were some things that kept me from giving it a full 5 stars:
- the plot: i just... didn't care? i mean the disease aspect was heartbreaking but i felt like this book was SO focused on the conflict that the relationship kind of took a back seat
- the DUMB asses that are mark and gordo
i really appreciate a good friends to heartbreak to friends to lovers scenario but at times the tension felt a little artificial and i wanted these two dummies to talk things through sooner. especially since gordo understood the reason for their separation. like i know it hurts but use ur words, bud.
what i did like
i totally forgot how sweet and charming TJ Klune's writing is when he isn't breaking your heart. the side characters added levity to a bleak story, and even some of the gordo-mark banter pulled at me.
the smutty times and the ultimate culmination of the relationship were also fantastic. i swooned. i did NOT want to be at work when reading the scenes because damn was i blushing.
ultimately, this book was super satisfying and a lovely addition to the series. but i don't see myself rereading this one nearly as much as wolfsong
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"In Ravensong, a lighthearted rom com***, a witch named Gordo will pull his head out of his ass for the wolf of his dreams.
(*** This is a lie. There will be blood. And tears. And effigies built of me that will be burned.) "
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July 12, 2018
4.5 stars!
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“The funny thing about hate is the razor-thin line that separates it from something else entirely.”
This is the story of Gordo and Mark, characters we met and fell in love with in Wolfsong (the book before this one and yes, you need to read them in order). Gordo and Mark loved each other, but something happened and Gordo sent Mark away. Now years later, Gordo is again the witch of the wolf pack Mark is in, but the two of them cannot seem to work out the past. When a new threat comes to Green Creek they both race against time to save those they love.
“Here, in the dark, hearing him laugh reminded me of the way things once had been. And the way things could be…”
Not going to lie, I was a little bit apprehensive about reading Ravensong. Don’t get me wrong, I was DYING to get my hands on it, but since I loved Wolfsong so much, I was worried my expectations were too high. I needn’t have worried, because they weren’t. I loved this story, I loved the characters. Reading this book felt like coming home again. I found myself smiling a lot throughout and tearing up at other parts. Klune is an excellent writer, bordering on brilliant in my book.
I’m not going to give away any spoilers, but I will say this had less angst than the first book (which personally I could have used some more, hence the 4.5 and not 5 stars) but angst allergic people will be happy. I also loved that TJ was able to progress the overall plot of this series and didn’t just dish us the same thing twice.
A beautiful love story, one I’ll never forget. And I hope there is more to come with this series (subtext, there better be more books in this series or else!).
“I have never seen a wolf love another as much as he loved you.”
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SPOILER FREE REVIEW!!
“The funny thing about hate is the razor-thin line that separates it from something else entirely.”
This is the story of Gordo and Mark, characters we met and fell in love with in Wolfsong (the book before this one and yes, you need to read them in order). Gordo and Mark loved each other, but something happened and Gordo sent Mark away. Now years later, Gordo is again the witch of the wolf pack Mark is in, but the two of them cannot seem to work out the past. When a new threat comes to Green Creek they both race against time to save those they love.
“Here, in the dark, hearing him laugh reminded me of the way things once had been. And the way things could be…”
Not going to lie, I was a little bit apprehensive about reading Ravensong. Don’t get me wrong, I was DYING to get my hands on it, but since I loved Wolfsong so much, I was worried my expectations were too high. I needn’t have worried, because they weren’t. I loved this story, I loved the characters. Reading this book felt like coming home again. I found myself smiling a lot throughout and tearing up at other parts. Klune is an excellent writer, bordering on brilliant in my book.
I’m not going to give away any spoilers, but I will say this had less angst than the first book (which personally I could have used some more, hence the 4.5 and not 5 stars) but angst allergic people will be happy. I also loved that TJ was able to progress the overall plot of this series and didn’t just dish us the same thing twice.
A beautiful love story, one I’ll never forget. And I hope there is more to come with this series (subtext, there better be more books in this series or else!).
“I have never seen a wolf love another as much as he loved you.”
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July 5, 2023
✅✅ Characters ❤️
✅ Relationships / Found family
✅ Plot
✅ Action and magic
✅ Werewolves and witches
✅ Sexual tension
✅ Hate/Love romance
✅ Writing
✅🆗 Pace
🆗 Smut
The pack thought their problems were over with the death of Richard, but they realize now that they're only just starting. Feral Omegas are coming into their territory, Alpha Hughes is clearly hiding things and does not trust them, and the Hunters might be back to finish what they started so many years ago. The pack will need to rely on each other if they want to survive, and even that might not be enough.
If the first book was about Ox finding himself and his place in the world, this one is about Gordo finding his way back into his pack, and learning how to forgive and trust again. He started full of anger and resentment in Wolfsong, and against all odds still decided to leave with Kelly, Carter, and Joe, and came back 3 years later as a member of their small pack. He now needs to accept that Elizabeth and Mark are also a part of his pack and that they won't abandon him again like they did many years ago.
The plot is great, and I really liked this book, it's just the pace that's a little slow (same as in the first book), and it was getting a little long in the middle of the book. The end is full of fighting, action, and revelations, but I had to push through the middle. I can’t really explain why, because I care about Gordo and the “vibe” of the book is similar to the first one’s. Despite that, I still enjoyed this book very much and I recommend it if you enjoyed Wolfsong. The first 30% of the book or so is a mix of flashbacks from Gordo’s childhood and a recap of what happened in Wolfsong when Gordo, Kelly, Carter, and Joe left. Maybe that’s why I struggled a little more with this book, I am not really a fan of flashbacks in books. I have to say though that it was well done in this one and it was not too much, it really helped us understand why Gordo felt so angry at Mark and what common past they shared. After that, it's mostly in the present, but there are still a few flashbacks here and there.
I totally adore every member of the Bennett pack, but I admit that at first, I cared a little less about Gordo and Mark than I did about Ox and Joe, so I was a little less invested in the relationship part of the book. This being a reread, I have to say that I cared more about Gordo this time around, but Mark is still a little bland to me. I was still rooting for Mark and Gordo to finally get together and I like that their relationship and feelings felt more mature because of their age. Gordo can hold a grudge for a freaking long time... Although I understand why he was so pissed at Mark and the Bennetts, I couldn't wait for him to finally get his head out of his ass. Could this be qualified as hate to love? Gordo clearly hated Mark, but he also clearly still had feelings for him... I would say that this is more a combination of hate and love than a hate-to-love romance. There were a lot of mixed feelings when it came to Gordo, and it took him a while to go through and process everything he was feeling.
Gordo, Chris, Tanner, and Rico together are so funny and wholesome. They made me laugh out loud many times, and it made up for the pace that was slower at times. They are just so ridiculous, yet cute and so fiercely loyal to each other. It's heartwarming to see how they've been together since they were kids and how they got each other's back no matter what. I didn't count how many times Gordo told them that he fucking hated them all, but I loved every one of their interactions. 😅
The rest of the pack is just as cute and funny as in the first book, probably even more now that they learned how to live together as one big pack. I am eager to read the next book and learn more about Robbie. I was not sure at first if I would like him when he was introduced in Wolfsong, but I really liked him in Ravensong, and I want to see him get his HEA too.
Wolfsong ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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✅ Relationships / Found family
✅ Plot
✅ Action and magic
✅ Werewolves and witches
✅ Sexual tension
✅ Hate/Love romance
✅ Writing
✅🆗 Pace
🆗 Smut
The roses bloomed.
The Raven took flight.
The wolves howled.
Their humans cried along with them.
And I did the only thing I could.
I tilted my head back and sang a song of war.
The pack thought their problems were over with the death of Richard, but they realize now that they're only just starting. Feral Omegas are coming into their territory, Alpha Hughes is clearly hiding things and does not trust them, and the Hunters might be back to finish what they started so many years ago. The pack will need to rely on each other if they want to survive, and even that might not be enough.
“Did you just fart?” Kelly screeched, sounding horrified.
“Yeah,” Carter said, and I could hear the smile in his voice. “Gas station microwave burritos are not so good on my intestines, apparently.”
“Get off! Get off!”
I groaned, my face in my hands.
“Yes,” the old man said as he chuckled, “you have definitely found yourself a pack.”
I dropped my hands and looked at him.
“Oh my god,” I mumbled, wondering how my life had become this way. I was forty years old, and I belonged to a pack of meddlesome bitches.
If the first book was about Ox finding himself and his place in the world, this one is about Gordo finding his way back into his pack, and learning how to forgive and trust again. He started full of anger and resentment in Wolfsong, and against all odds still decided to leave with Kelly, Carter, and Joe, and came back 3 years later as a member of their small pack. He now needs to accept that Elizabeth and Mark are also a part of his pack and that they won't abandon him again like they did many years ago.
The plot is great, and I really liked this book, it's just the pace that's a little slow (same as in the first book), and it was getting a little long in the middle of the book. The end is full of fighting, action, and revelations, but I had to push through the middle. I can’t really explain why, because I care about Gordo and the “vibe” of the book is similar to the first one’s. Despite that, I still enjoyed this book very much and I recommend it if you enjoyed Wolfsong. The first 30% of the book or so is a mix of flashbacks from Gordo’s childhood and a recap of what happened in Wolfsong when Gordo, Kelly, Carter, and Joe left. Maybe that’s why I struggled a little more with this book, I am not really a fan of flashbacks in books. I have to say though that it was well done in this one and it was not too much, it really helped us understand why Gordo felt so angry at Mark and what common past they shared. After that, it's mostly in the present, but there are still a few flashbacks here and there.
But the funny thing about hate is the razor-thin line that separates it from something else entirely.
I hated him for it. For making me feel this way after all he’d done to me and I’d done to him. I wanted him gone. I never wanted to see him again. I wanted him to hurt like I’d hurt. To burn. To bleed. I wanted to keep my hands on him, to feel the animal underneath. I wanted to lean forward and bite him, leaving my mark against his skin, tattooed so that he would never be without me on him, so that everyone would know I’d been there, and I’d been there first. I wanted to kill him. I wanted to fuck him. I wanted him to tear me apart.
I totally adore every member of the Bennett pack, but I admit that at first, I cared a little less about Gordo and Mark than I did about Ox and Joe, so I was a little less invested in the relationship part of the book. This being a reread, I have to say that I cared more about Gordo this time around, but Mark is still a little bland to me. I was still rooting for Mark and Gordo to finally get together and I like that their relationship and feelings felt more mature because of their age. Gordo can hold a grudge for a freaking long time... Although I understand why he was so pissed at Mark and the Bennetts, I couldn't wait for him to finally get his head out of his ass. Could this be qualified as hate to love? Gordo clearly hated Mark, but he also clearly still had feelings for him... I would say that this is more a combination of hate and love than a hate-to-love romance. There were a lot of mixed feelings when it came to Gordo, and it took him a while to go through and process everything he was feeling.
“I need to find someone to kiss,” I demanded. Rico and Tanner and Chris stared at me with wide eyes.
“Not it,” Tanner said.
“Not it,” Carter said.
“Not—goddammit.” Rico sighed. “I never say it fast enough. Fine. You know what? I don’t even care. Pucker up, lover boy.”
I stared at Rico in horror as he started walking toward me, arms outstretched. “Not you.”
“Wow. Racist much? Puto.”
“I’m not racist—you’re my—god, I hate this so fucking much!”
“Though it does make more sense that Gordo would be the pirate instead of me.”
“Why would that be?” Jessie asked.
“Because I’m straight,” Rico explained. “And Gordo likes to plunder the booty.”
“I hate you so fucking much,” I told him.
Gordo, Chris, Tanner, and Rico together are so funny and wholesome. They made me laugh out loud many times, and it made up for the pace that was slower at times. They are just so ridiculous, yet cute and so fiercely loyal to each other. It's heartwarming to see how they've been together since they were kids and how they got each other's back no matter what. I didn't count how many times Gordo told them that he fucking hated them all, but I loved every one of their interactions. 😅
The timber wolf eyed him warily, standing above Carter. Once it was sure that Joe wasn’t a threat, it turned back around and put its snout against Carter’s chest again, rumbling low in its throat. Carter tried to shove its face away, but it snapped at his fingers, growling a warning. “What the hell is its problem?” Carter asked, sounding annoyed.
“I think it likes you,” Elizabeth said mildly.
“Oh, gee, Mother, thank you for your input! I don’t know where I’d be without you!”
“You wouldn’t be born without her,” Joe said, helpful as ever.
I pointed my finger at him. “I want it working by the time I come in tomorrow. If it’s not, I will take your glasses and shove them up your ass.” I turned for the door. 3
“You know, with all the things you’ve threatened to shove in me, it’s a wonder Mark doesn’t get more jealous.” I turned slowly back to look at him.
The rest of the pack is just as cute and funny as in the first book, probably even more now that they learned how to live together as one big pack. I am eager to read the next book and learn more about Robbie. I was not sure at first if I would like him when he was introduced in Wolfsong, but I really liked him in Ravensong, and I want to see him get his HEA too.
Wolfsong ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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April 2, 2024
4,25 stars.
During Wolfsong I had found my attention many times gravitating towards Mark and Gordo, so I was happy to finally see them getting their second chance. I loved watching Gordo deciding to let go of his anger and distrust and instead focusing on his love for Mark. There was more romantic relationship development than in the first book, more time spent on page between the MCs. They had actual conversations about their feelings, I was impressed (yes, that's light sarcasm).
The violence and gore were something I pushed through, but I'm getting better at reading with half closed eyes, LOL. Obviously I knew after the first book what I was in for.
I couldn't care less for Elijah's pages and pages of bible verse - citing, and just skipped those after the first one.
Overall the book (like the first) felt way too long.
It was awesome that here we had so much more banter and funny moments in between the tragic and depressing ones, it helped to counterbalance the heavy moments.
Like in the first book, I loved the pack and the found family aspects, and I was happy we got to see more of Kelly and Carter's special connection. I loved those two. Carter and his wolf are more intriguing to me than Kelly and Robbie at the moment.
But yes, I'll continue with Heartsong, how could I not..
During Wolfsong I had found my attention many times gravitating towards Mark and Gordo, so I was happy to finally see them getting their second chance. I loved watching Gordo deciding to let go of his anger and distrust and instead focusing on his love for Mark. There was more romantic relationship development than in the first book, more time spent on page between the MCs. They had actual conversations about their feelings, I was impressed (yes, that's light sarcasm).
The violence and gore were something I pushed through, but I'm getting better at reading with half closed eyes, LOL. Obviously I knew after the first book what I was in for.
I couldn't care less for Elijah's pages and pages of bible verse - citing, and just skipped those after the first one.
Overall the book (like the first) felt way too long.
It was awesome that here we had so much more banter and funny moments in between the tragic and depressing ones, it helped to counterbalance the heavy moments.
Like in the first book, I loved the pack and the found family aspects, and I was happy we got to see more of Kelly and Carter's special connection. I loved those two. Carter and his wolf are more intriguing to me than Kelly and Robbie at the moment.
But yes, I'll continue with Heartsong, how could I not..
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February 8, 2022
He looked away. ❝It's...there. It's quiet. But it's there. I can feel it.❞ He shrugged awkwardly as he let out a shuddering breath. ❝I don't want it to happen, Gordo. I don't want to lose this. This tether.❞ His smile was shaky. ❝It's the only part of you that's ever been mine.❞
this series is quickly becoming one of my favorites. the way i've grown attached to these characters, this universe, this fast is just- 😩
the first 30% was... okay, imo. i loved reading about Gordo and Mark's past, they were SO cute—especially whenever Mark would be there on the sidelines, protecting him from afar. however, i was more interested in seeing how their story would progress in the present and, unfortunately, it lacked for me and it's mainly bc it felt like they never really had the right time to just sit down and talk about everything. yes, they would have their moments here and there, but it seemed as if the situation of ended up being the main focus of the story and the romance was pushed to the side that it only made me crave more of it. i did like their tension, although i wish . overall, the romance wasn't bad per se, i just didn't find myself completely invested (the way i was for Ox/Joe) bc i expected...more.
romance aside, the side characters were amazing as usual. i've said this in my wolfsong review, but one of my favorite things about this series is the character interactions. whether it's through the romance (even tho this one in particular could have been developed more), familial bonds, friendships, etc, i find most of the side characters entertaining to read about (Gordo's friend group makes me laugh so much, i swear 😭). the ending has me wanting to fight a bitch, but i know Kelly will fuck them up so i'm excited to read his book!! 😌
this series is quickly becoming one of my favorites. the way i've grown attached to these characters, this universe, this fast is just- 😩
the first 30% was... okay, imo. i loved reading about Gordo and Mark's past, they were SO cute—especially whenever Mark would be there on the sidelines, protecting him from afar. however, i was more interested in seeing how their story would progress in the present and, unfortunately, it lacked for me and it's mainly bc it felt like they never really had the right time to just sit down and talk about everything. yes, they would have their moments here and there, but it seemed as if the situation of ended up being the main focus of the story and the romance was pushed to the side that it only made me crave more of it. i did like their tension, although i wish . overall, the romance wasn't bad per se, i just didn't find myself completely invested (the way i was for Ox/Joe) bc i expected...more.
romance aside, the side characters were amazing as usual. i've said this in my wolfsong review, but one of my favorite things about this series is the character interactions. whether it's through the romance (even tho this one in particular could have been developed more), familial bonds, friendships, etc, i find most of the side characters entertaining to read about (Gordo's friend group makes me laugh so much, i swear 😭). the ending has me wanting to fight a bitch, but i know Kelly will fuck them up so i'm excited to read his book!! 😌
August 22, 2023
Relisten #6
“Because if this is the end,” I said as honestly as I could, “he needed to know that I never stopped loving him.”
Relisten #5
"Mark has loved you since he knew what love was."
Relisten #4
Mark....Always Mark.
Relisten #3
Still my fave in the series and I'm still #Team MarkAndGordo
"Because I have never seen a wolf love another as much as he loved you. "
Finished relistening to book 2 in the Green Creek series #SendTissues
***** SPOILER FREE*****
****** Highly Recommended Love******
For fans of #FatedMates #Witches #Werewoves #SecondChanceRomance #Angst
Audiobook narrated by the ever-amazing Kirt Graves
Why read this book....
1. The Characters...
- Gordo who is the biggest A-hole, who you can't help but love.... abandoned and hurting, angry at the world, the wolves and everyone in general... #TooOldForThisShit
- Mark who is the biggest sweetheart, loves uncondionally, loyal to a fault, and ever so sad for the loss of his mate... #AlwaysYou
2. The Plot...
The main plot continues here, new-old bad guys come back to Green Creek, and the Bennett pack faces blow after blow, and loss after loss. You ho back anf forth between Gordo's childhood, his present, and everthimg in between. #StrongerThanEver
3. The Romance...
These two will break your heart. Seriously, bring tissues, maybe some Xanax because you're going to be frustrated as well. But as usual, everything happens for a reason, and the love between Mark and Gordo shines brightly, despite everything. #FoundMyWayBackToYou
4. The Heat....
There is exactly ONE love scene between the MCs.. but it us freaking Hot! #LessIsMore
5. The HFN...
Mark and Gordo are together, despite everything, and ready to face what's coming next... #Nevermore
The Audiobook is just devine. The emotions portrayed by Kirt, the nuances and characteristics of each character... which were alottttt. It was all on point.
#BewareOfAllTheAngst
#happyreading
“Because if this is the end,” I said as honestly as I could, “he needed to know that I never stopped loving him.”
Relisten #5
"Mark has loved you since he knew what love was."
Relisten #4
Mark....Always Mark.
Relisten #3
Still my fave in the series and I'm still #Team MarkAndGordo
"Because I have never seen a wolf love another as much as he loved you. "
Finished relistening to book 2 in the Green Creek series #SendTissues
***** SPOILER FREE*****
****** Highly Recommended Love******
For fans of #FatedMates #Witches #Werewoves #SecondChanceRomance #Angst
Audiobook narrated by the ever-amazing Kirt Graves
Why read this book....
1. The Characters...
- Gordo who is the biggest A-hole, who you can't help but love.... abandoned and hurting, angry at the world, the wolves and everyone in general... #TooOldForThisShit
- Mark who is the biggest sweetheart, loves uncondionally, loyal to a fault, and ever so sad for the loss of his mate... #AlwaysYou
2. The Plot...
The main plot continues here, new-old bad guys come back to Green Creek, and the Bennett pack faces blow after blow, and loss after loss. You ho back anf forth between Gordo's childhood, his present, and everthimg in between. #StrongerThanEver
3. The Romance...
These two will break your heart. Seriously, bring tissues, maybe some Xanax because you're going to be frustrated as well. But as usual, everything happens for a reason, and the love between Mark and Gordo shines brightly, despite everything. #FoundMyWayBackToYou
4. The Heat....
There is exactly ONE love scene between the MCs.. but it us freaking Hot! #LessIsMore
5. The HFN...
Mark and Gordo are together, despite everything, and ready to face what's coming next... #Nevermore
The Audiobook is just devine. The emotions portrayed by Kirt, the nuances and characteristics of each character... which were alottttt. It was all on point.
#BewareOfAllTheAngst
#happyreading
January 27, 2022
5⭐
Quiero que TJ klune pague por mi terapia después de este libro.
Para ser que varias trilogias decaen en el segundo libro (te estoy mirando a ti Sombra y hueso) este libro simplemente mejoro todo. Sigo siendo fan de los personajes y su desarrollo, es que nunca leí un desarrollo de personaje tan bueno. También sigo siendo fan de su romance y sus finales que te dejan con ganas de más. La historia de Gordo te parte el corazón, lo amo mucho.
AME VER A MARK Y GORDO JUNTOS, QUE BELLA PAREJA, solo falta que adopten a Robbie y listo 🥰.
No tengo más que decir que este libro es ARTE. Lean la trilogía Green Creek (aunque no la terminé) que ya sé que es buenisima.
Mis papis.
(Art: Rainbowd00dles en tumblr.)
Quiero que TJ klune pague por mi terapia después de este libro.
Para ser que varias trilogias decaen en el segundo libro (te estoy mirando a ti Sombra y hueso) este libro simplemente mejoro todo. Sigo siendo fan de los personajes y su desarrollo, es que nunca leí un desarrollo de personaje tan bueno. También sigo siendo fan de su romance y sus finales que te dejan con ganas de más. La historia de Gordo te parte el corazón, lo amo mucho.
AME VER A MARK Y GORDO JUNTOS, QUE BELLA PAREJA, solo falta que adopten a Robbie y listo 🥰.
No tengo más que decir que este libro es ARTE. Lean la trilogía Green Creek (aunque no la terminé) que ya sé que es buenisima.
Mis papis.
(Art: Rainbowd00dles en tumblr.)
January 15, 2020
Re-read 14/01/2020
Ugh my heart is broken into a million pieces. 😭 Reading it a second time made me see so many things I missed, and fall in love with the characters all over again. I forgot how much this book hurt. I probably loved it more the second time around. So my I'd probably rate it 5 stars.
TJ is horrible for making me cry but honestly one of the best writers out there. I'm going to be the genius who's going to read the 3rd book now which was the hardest out of all of them.
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4.5-4.75 stars rounded up.
OH.
MY.
GOD.
I'll start off by saying that this is the second book in the series, and it features a different couple but I recommend you reading Wolfsong beforehand to get the whole story. Now the book....IT WAS SIMPLY AMAZING. Gordo and Mark's book is something that I've been impatiently waiting to read since I finished Wolfsong a year ago. Ravensong is an action packed, humorous, emotional and oh so heartbreaking novel.
You go into the past and present so you get an idea of how Gordo first became the witch of the Bennett pack and what led him to become the person he is now. And how that changed his relationship with Mark. With that being said, my heart fucking broke into a million pieces for both of them but especially Gordo. From beginning to end all the suffering he went through made me want to keep him and never let him go.
Ravensong reminded me of Tales From Verania Series a bit when it comes to the humor. I was dying half the time and I would love a book for all of Gordo's friends. They were amazing, hilarious and loyal.
Gordo and Mark's relationship to get back to where they once had been was very slow building. And that is a major reason why I took .5 off. This was a huge book and I was hoping it would start earlier rather then when it did. But that's my opinion since I'm a hopeless romantic.
It feels like I highlighted half the book and it was still not enough. And it's taking everything in me to not post them. This review is vague for a reason because this is a book that everyone needs to read it without spoilers to fully enjoy it.
AND THE NEXT BOOK IN THE SERIES IS KELLY'S. I'M NOT CRYING YOU ARE.
An arc was provided in exchange for an honest review.
Ugh my heart is broken into a million pieces. 😭 Reading it a second time made me see so many things I missed, and fall in love with the characters all over again. I forgot how much this book hurt. I probably loved it more the second time around. So my I'd probably rate it 5 stars.
TJ is horrible for making me cry but honestly one of the best writers out there. I'm going to be the genius who's going to read the 3rd book now which was the hardest out of all of them.
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4.5-4.75 stars rounded up.
"Life is...it's about the choices we make. Not the choices made for us. You have the right to set your own path. To be who you want yourself to be. No one should decide that for you."
OH.
MY.
GOD.
I'll start off by saying that this is the second book in the series, and it features a different couple but I recommend you reading Wolfsong beforehand to get the whole story. Now the book....IT WAS SIMPLY AMAZING. Gordo and Mark's book is something that I've been impatiently waiting to read since I finished Wolfsong a year ago. Ravensong is an action packed, humorous, emotional and oh so heartbreaking novel.
"I hate you."
"I know. Even though your heartbeat says otherwise. I think you believe it. And I'm sorry for that."
You go into the past and present so you get an idea of how Gordo first became the witch of the Bennett pack and what led him to become the person he is now. And how that changed his relationship with Mark. With that being said, my heart fucking broke into a million pieces for both of them but especially Gordo. From beginning to end all the suffering he went through made me want to keep him and never let him go.
Ravensong reminded me of Tales From Verania Series a bit when it comes to the humor. I was dying half the time and I would love a book for all of Gordo's friends. They were amazing, hilarious and loyal.
"I don't like it when people touch my things."
"I'm sure Dale would agree with that," Ox said, because even though he was an Alpha, he was still a bitch.
Mark started choking.
I hated everyone.
Gordo and Mark's relationship to get back to where they once had been was very slow building. And that is a major reason why I took .5 off. This was a huge book and I was hoping it would start earlier rather then when it did. But that's my opinion since I'm a hopeless romantic.
It feels like I highlighted half the book and it was still not enough. And it's taking everything in me to not post them. This review is vague for a reason because this is a book that everyone needs to read it without spoilers to fully enjoy it.
AND THE NEXT BOOK IN THE SERIES IS KELLY'S. I'M NOT CRYING YOU ARE.
But the funny thing about hate is the razor-thin line that separates it from something else entirely.
An arc was provided in exchange for an honest review.
July 5, 2018
~4.5 stars~
A highly anticipated sequel that didn't leave me disappointed.
Gordo doesn't believe in much. His magic. Ox. His friends who help him run the garage.
Anything else just hurts too much. When you've been burned over and over, who could blame him?
His heartbreak was palpable, and I admit my eyes leaked a bit while learning the real history of Gordo and Mark......and Gordo and Thomas......and Gordo and his parents.
Wow. I thought Gordo was a wee bit bitter and negative when I read Wolfsong. And now I get it. I really get it. It's a miracle he isn't more of an asshole.
The book takes us through the history, but then, present day, is one year from the end of Wolfsong. Joe and Ox are there. As are the other Bennett pack members. Even the annoying ones like Robbie.
But TJ isn't done fucking things up for the pack. Seriously - what did they do in another life to deserve all this?
I can't go into the plot for spoiler reasons, but just know that the storytelling is phenomenal, as usual.
My one niggle was that I would've preferred a little more romance from Gordo and Mark, especially after all the heartache that they went through. The remainder of the story was so action-packed that I missed them just "being" together.
If you loved Wolfsong, you'll love this!
A highly anticipated sequel that didn't leave me disappointed.
"I don't believe your promises anymore."
Gordo doesn't believe in much. His magic. Ox. His friends who help him run the garage.
Anything else just hurts too much. When you've been burned over and over, who could blame him?
His heartbreak was palpable, and I admit my eyes leaked a bit while learning the real history of Gordo and Mark......and Gordo and Thomas......and Gordo and his parents.
Wow. I thought Gordo was a wee bit bitter and negative when I read Wolfsong. And now I get it. I really get it. It's a miracle he isn't more of an asshole.
The book takes us through the history, but then, present day, is one year from the end of Wolfsong. Joe and Ox are there. As are the other Bennett pack members. Even the annoying ones like Robbie.
But TJ isn't done fucking things up for the pack. Seriously - what did they do in another life to deserve all this?
I can't go into the plot for spoiler reasons, but just know that the storytelling is phenomenal, as usual.
My one niggle was that I would've preferred a little more romance from Gordo and Mark, especially after all the heartache that they went through. The remainder of the story was so action-packed that I missed them just "being" together.
If you loved Wolfsong, you'll love this!
"[…]I don't want to lose this. This tether." His smile was shaky. "It's the only part of you that's ever been mine."
July 16, 2021
¡¡Amé esta segunda parte!!, creo que el escritor creció muchísimo en su narración.
La historia de Gordo me desbordó de emociones: frustración, tristeza, rabia, alegria, amor, y muchas más; logré entender el porqué de la personalidad que mostraba en el primer libro y en gran parte de este... me encanto descubrir su lado romántico <3
Y ese final, si bien no me gusto tantoo me dejo con ganas de continuar la saga, y que ojala no se acabe nunca 🥰
La historia de Gordo me desbordó de emociones: frustración, tristeza, rabia, alegria, amor, y muchas más; logré entender el porqué de la personalidad que mostraba en el primer libro y en gran parte de este... me encanto descubrir su lado romántico <3
Y ese final, si bien no me gusto tantoo me dejo con ganas de continuar la saga, y que ojala no se acabe nunca 🥰
August 14, 2018
I can’t tell you how much I loved Wolfsong, so I was nervous I wouldn’t like Ravensong as much. There was no need for me to worry, I adored Ravensong and the poetic writing sucked me into the story from the very beginning.
Ravensong is the story about Gordo and Mark. Don’t worry though, there is plenty of Joe and Ox as well as the rest of the Bennett clan. Of course there are a few changes within the clan, including Team Human, but their fierce loyalty and love of family is always present, especially when they are threatened.
The story does time jump, from when Gordo and Mark were kids, to present day. You find out the backstory of the relationship and why they are struggling.
The story is a must read. It’s an emotional journey that had me laughing one minute, and freaking out the next. It’s the type of story that will stick with you for a long time and I am thankful there is a book 3, hopefully soon.
Ravensong is the story about Gordo and Mark. Don’t worry though, there is plenty of Joe and Ox as well as the rest of the Bennett clan. Of course there are a few changes within the clan, including Team Human, but their fierce loyalty and love of family is always present, especially when they are threatened.
The story does time jump, from when Gordo and Mark were kids, to present day. You find out the backstory of the relationship and why they are struggling.
The story is a must read. It’s an emotional journey that had me laughing one minute, and freaking out the next. It’s the type of story that will stick with you for a long time and I am thankful there is a book 3, hopefully soon.
November 26, 2020
We all had monsters in our dreams. Some of us had just lived with them longer.
Okay. So I was really not expecting a 5 star book after the last one. (But Ravens are lucky for me😝) This took me by surprise and not because of how different it was from the first but inspite of being similar, how a better POV can change a book.
You don’t control me. You don’t get to tell me what to do. I am a witch to the Alpha Thomas Bennett. I am my own man. I can fry the hair off every part of your body with a single thought. You don’t get to treat me like I’m weak or fragile. If we have to fight one day, then we’ll do it side by side.
Gordo. Now what do I say about him? He is seriously the reason I did not ditch this book. He is such a varied and strong character. His own man. After being frustrated by Ox's POV in the last book, the toughness of Gordo was a great surprise. Even while describing his childhood, I was thoroughly invested. He doesn't need anyone to do anything for him and that's really what loved about him. He is the reason for the 5 star where the plot actually deserved 3.
“Sometimes a family of choice is better than that of blood. But that’s not for everyone.” I nodded at the guys at the table. “Ain’t related to any of these assholes, but they’re still mine. For the moment.”
Like I said in my last review, I prefer a family or a relationship that is developed, chosen rather than decided by fate (or Mystical Moon Magic in this case😂). Gordo's relation with the garage boys is really heart touching and them being total idiots, didn't give me a single dull moment. They were so close that it was equal parts happy and sad. I really don't care that the Bennetts were supposed to be together because of pack, but I really care how these boys were always there. A well displayed friendship is always appreciated!
“I’ll be your hands.”
“And I’ll be your sanity.”
Now Mark and Gordo. Their relationship was soo much better than Ox and Joe. It was not childish. It was not fated but decided. Chosen. And that makes it so much special. Really, they fit each other perfectly. And it's always a plus when both of them are equals. Strong.
You must decide to fight, Gordo. And what you’re willing ta do. What you’re capable of.
Overall? I still don't like werewolves. But I'm getting used to the world. If you are aiming for the plot? Don't. Because it's similar to the first one. The action scenes are still boring. And the chapters long. But the characters feel real and their relationships come natural. The character arc is great and feelings are raw. Also, there is Gordo😂.
“Cry ‘havoc,’” I whispered as the wolves sang their songs around me, “and let slip the dogs of war.”
Buddy read with my all time favorite Jo . We have got to stick to the book during our discussions😂. Though earthworm mating was fun
I am pretty sure I can ignore the fact that I am still not used to the werewolves, the slow paced action scenes, a bit of repetitive plot line and the long chapters and just give this book a 4 + 1 because of Gordo!!
RTC
Okay. So I was really not expecting a 5 star book after the last one. (But Ravens are lucky for me😝) This took me by surprise and not because of how different it was from the first but inspite of being similar, how a better POV can change a book.
You don’t control me. You don’t get to tell me what to do. I am a witch to the Alpha Thomas Bennett. I am my own man. I can fry the hair off every part of your body with a single thought. You don’t get to treat me like I’m weak or fragile. If we have to fight one day, then we’ll do it side by side.
Gordo. Now what do I say about him? He is seriously the reason I did not ditch this book. He is such a varied and strong character. His own man. After being frustrated by Ox's POV in the last book, the toughness of Gordo was a great surprise. Even while describing his childhood, I was thoroughly invested. He doesn't need anyone to do anything for him and that's really what loved about him. He is the reason for the 5 star where the plot actually deserved 3.
“Sometimes a family of choice is better than that of blood. But that’s not for everyone.” I nodded at the guys at the table. “Ain’t related to any of these assholes, but they’re still mine. For the moment.”
Like I said in my last review, I prefer a family or a relationship that is developed, chosen rather than decided by fate (or Mystical Moon Magic in this case😂). Gordo's relation with the garage boys is really heart touching and them being total idiots, didn't give me a single dull moment. They were so close that it was equal parts happy and sad. I really don't care that the Bennetts were supposed to be together because of pack, but I really care how these boys were always there. A well displayed friendship is always appreciated!
“I’ll be your hands.”
“And I’ll be your sanity.”
Now Mark and Gordo. Their relationship was soo much better than Ox and Joe. It was not childish. It was not fated but decided. Chosen. And that makes it so much special. Really, they fit each other perfectly. And it's always a plus when both of them are equals. Strong.
You must decide to fight, Gordo. And what you’re willing ta do. What you’re capable of.
Overall? I still don't like werewolves. But I'm getting used to the world. If you are aiming for the plot? Don't. Because it's similar to the first one. The action scenes are still boring. And the chapters long. But the characters feel real and their relationships come natural. The character arc is great and feelings are raw. Also, there is Gordo😂.
“Cry ‘havoc,’” I whispered as the wolves sang their songs around me, “and let slip the dogs of war.”
Buddy read with my all time favorite Jo . We have got to stick to the book during our discussions😂. Though earthworm mating was fun
I am pretty sure I can ignore the fact that I am still not used to the werewolves, the slow paced action scenes, a bit of repetitive plot line and the long chapters and just give this book a 4 + 1 because of Gordo!!
RTC
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