5 out of 5 stars 

To me, this is essentially a mafia story. And, it's done perfectly. 

This isn't a spoiler because I'm literally recounting the 

CLASSIC mafia story: Two families attempt to form an alliance through an arranged marriage of a reluctant bride and groom. Invariably, the closed off, brooding hero is surprised by the strength of the heroine, and love grows. The hero ultimately defends the heroine from her family who never appreciated her, and she rescues him from himself. 

Hazelwood nails it, and it doesn't feel boring or redundant. 

In this case, obviously, there are Vampyre, Were, and Human families / packs. 

But, this is a romance first. We follow these two people on their journey to claiming each other. The world building, the fantasy elements, organically unfold. It's not like you spend the first 100 pages learning a new world. 

I loved this book. Could I nitpick here or there? Sure. 

But, this is overall a really well done book. It's a five star romance. 

@juliereadsromance