Yet theyve kept their lightheartedness and vulnerability that made us fall in love with them in the first place. My takeaway from ‘The Beast’ is that these men, all the Brothers, have changed, matured so darn much. With every testosterone fueled scene, brotherly spat, snarky comeback, spark of mated protection, and heartfelt moment, it makes me wonder why I wait so long between each scintillating and enticing read. Speaking of whats up with the Virgin Scribe? That was so unexpected! Reaching beyond this, the Brothers, their mates and their ever-changing world still intrigue me. Missing words, words that didnt apply, double words, capitalization in odd places, and even sentences that didnt appear to be accurate, that in turn caused a need to re-read. My only drawback with this edition is that there are numerous editing, grammar and content errors that kept pulling me out of my read. Lets just say, after so many years, I keep a four-page document of whos who and whats what.

From the Brothers themselves, to their shellans, other fighters, enemies and even civilians. However, having enjoyed this collection of books for so long, I will say you must be able to keep up by now as ‘The Beast’s story line progresses from several old and new key players points of view. Plus, with all the females in the house now its becoming a network of gossip (not that the Brothers dont have their own loose lips).Īs a reader I love how Ward always has a way of bringing everyones histories and abilities back into the fold to remind us of their purpose and the progression of the world, as well as the series arc. Assail has decided to aid the Brotherhood and, in so doing, an act of heroism may just help him find the courage to turn a new leaf. Xcor is about to become a whole new player, but do we know if he will remain evil or change for good? What happens with Layla and the babies is agonizing and yet hopeful. Like any other BDB book so much more is going on, which make this review hard to write without giving too much away. For Mary and Rhage it is no different, and this connection takes them to a wonderful new place in Part I of Rhage & Mary & Bitty. But its how strong you are together and apart, and how willing you are to communicate, that make all the difference. Like any couple, when the honeymoon is over, the distance of real life begins to set in.

So much so that hes willing to run to his death Which boils down to him realizing the fact that Mary can not sire, and carry on the race, is subconsciously bothering him. But Rhages book is all about the existential crisis hes embarking on. For any fans of this Brother, the beginning will put fear into your veins as to where this book might take our beloved Hollywood.

The Beast by J.R. Ward