Off The Shelf : A Lycan's Mate

Short reads are interesting. They often give you a taste of the writers style. By getting that initial idea about how someone writes, it can give a reader a nice jumping point when it comes to deciding what they want to read when it comes to longer pieces. I found this short read randomly as I was browsing the books on amazon.

A Lycan's Mate
by Chandler Dee

Why was this story interesting enough for me to mention it? Well for one thing, the stories title implies that it would be a romance. But it's more of a political piece. It offers the reader a glimpse into the way the authors lycan world works. You're treated to a gathering where a pack is selecting a new Alpha.

The main character is a strong female alpha named Jurisa. I liked this fact. Strong female characters often hit a soft spot in me, appealing to my own imagination. But what I liked most about Jurisa is that she's making choices, not for herself, but for the good of her pack. In this story Jurisa is running to select a new male alpha for the pack. But I don't want to spoil it for you, so I won't go any further.

In my opinion this short story is appropriate for older readers. It's not intended for children. It's not sexual, and it is not offensive either. It's very well written, clear, and flows well. A very good taste of this writers style, and enjoyable too.