Lenna W. (bratz54) -
Helpful Score: 5
Laugh out Loud, this is a great book. I couldn't stop laughing through most of this book. Kerrelyn Sparks gets better and better with each book. I couldn't put it down at all, stayed up to read it and all I can say is WOW. Now to add to the Undead and shifters is a new breed or hybrid. Half werewolf and half vampire.
A must have book. I would rate it 10 stars if I could.
A must have book. I would rate it 10 stars if I could.
Vikki C. (vhope00) -
Helpful Score: 3
This was a disappointing read. The characters were not well developed and simple. The style was of a young writer and the dialogue was not very realistic. I don't think I will be checking out anymore from this author.
Kelly G. (KelRen) -
Helpful Score: 2
Absolutely loved it! Once I started reading it, I couldn't put it down. Can't wait for the next one in the series!
Maria R. (kiky22) -
Helpful Score: 2
This book was very disappointing. I'm lookimg forward to forgetting about it and moving on with the series.
Cherise E. (CherryDuck) reviewed Wanted: Undead or Alive (Love at Stake, Bk 12) on + 150 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Phineas McKinney is a fairly new vamp. Turned by a vicious group of vampires known as Malcontents, Phineas eventually left the dark side and joined the good team. Together they have been battling the Malcontents and recently were the victors when they were able to kill the leader. Now there is a new leader in control of the Malcontents and Phin is working with his vamp security company to bring them down. When it is discovered that the Malcontent leader may be on Werewolf property, he is forced to work alongside female werewolf, Bryn.
Bryn has some issues with vamps, and has an antagonistic relationship with Phin. They are both secretly attracted to one another, and neither one is thrilled with that feeling.
Okay I had a REALLY hard time getting into this book. I am not sure if it was the writing, or the fact that I have never liked Phin, or a combo platter of both. Phineas is one vamp I hoped Kerrelyn Sparks would never give a story to. He is like nails on a chalkboard to me, just annoying. That entire love doctor Dr. Phang BS in all the previous stories was nauseating and immature and just never endeared him to me, it just repelled.
That being said the Love Doctor was pretty much MIA throughout this story, and that thrilled me to bits. After about the first 100 or so pages I was able to start actually liking Phin. I was able to see him as a decent hardworking man and not some sleazy bar gigolo thats breathing down your neck. By page 200 I was fully and completely into the story, and rooting for Phin and Bryn.
After a slow start for me, things turned around and I ended up enjoying the story and it has me excited for the next one in the series. Now that I dont hate Phin, I may revisit this story at a later date. I am sure I would like it more the 2nd time around.
Cherise Everhard, July 2012
Bryn has some issues with vamps, and has an antagonistic relationship with Phin. They are both secretly attracted to one another, and neither one is thrilled with that feeling.
Okay I had a REALLY hard time getting into this book. I am not sure if it was the writing, or the fact that I have never liked Phin, or a combo platter of both. Phineas is one vamp I hoped Kerrelyn Sparks would never give a story to. He is like nails on a chalkboard to me, just annoying. That entire love doctor Dr. Phang BS in all the previous stories was nauseating and immature and just never endeared him to me, it just repelled.
That being said the Love Doctor was pretty much MIA throughout this story, and that thrilled me to bits. After about the first 100 or so pages I was able to start actually liking Phin. I was able to see him as a decent hardworking man and not some sleazy bar gigolo thats breathing down your neck. By page 200 I was fully and completely into the story, and rooting for Phin and Bryn.
After a slow start for me, things turned around and I ended up enjoying the story and it has me excited for the next one in the series. Now that I dont hate Phin, I may revisit this story at a later date. I am sure I would like it more the 2nd time around.
Cherise Everhard, July 2012
Phineas McKinney, aka Dr. Phang, The Love Doctor is our hero in book 12 of the Love at Stake series. After failing to attract a mate in previous books its his turn to take the spotlight. As head of security for MacKay S & I hes on a mission to capture Corky, the Queen of the Malcontents. But chasing her into Wyoming can be a bit difficult for the Dr. Phang on his own.
Brynley, who Phineas refers to as Snout Face is chosen to be his helpmate during this mission. She detests every vampire and certainly Phineas with his attitude is no exception. However, he does send her motor running. Brynley finds herself captured and returned to her father which means a slow death for her.
Now Phineas find himself with two missions. He must capture Corky and he must rescue Brynley from her father and the husband he has chosen for her.
I love the Love at Stake series. Kerrelyn never disappoints the readers with each new installment. There is always action, fun, and great new characters introduced. The backwoods were-bear, Digger and his helmet wearing dog Jake are my favorite new characters!
As usual Kerrelyn has set into motion changes with our characters that will be interesting to follow. I cant wait to see what happens with Phineas and Brynley in future installments of the Love at Stake series!
Brynley, who Phineas refers to as Snout Face is chosen to be his helpmate during this mission. She detests every vampire and certainly Phineas with his attitude is no exception. However, he does send her motor running. Brynley finds herself captured and returned to her father which means a slow death for her.
Now Phineas find himself with two missions. He must capture Corky and he must rescue Brynley from her father and the husband he has chosen for her.
I love the Love at Stake series. Kerrelyn never disappoints the readers with each new installment. There is always action, fun, and great new characters introduced. The backwoods were-bear, Digger and his helmet wearing dog Jake are my favorite new characters!
As usual Kerrelyn has set into motion changes with our characters that will be interesting to follow. I cant wait to see what happens with Phineas and Brynley in future installments of the Love at Stake series!
Veronica S. (snowkitty) -
I agree 100% with Vikki and Maria. I'm about 3/4 the way through, and so far it's terrible. I'll finish it because I love Sparks, and will absolutely get the next book, but what a let down. I'm hoping the ending will make it worth it.
Issa S. (Issa-345) reviewed Wanted: Undead or Alive (Love at Stake, Bk 12) on + 98 more book reviews
Overall, this one was a mixed bag.
Phineas, Dr. Phang, has been the shallow one line sex machine since he entered the scene. We find that the act is getting old and Phineas is not as shallow as he appears. He's looking to shed that image but not sure how. Following this aspect of the story was enjoyable. I always felt there had to be more to him. He's stuck between his attraction to the human woman who can't stand him and his attraction to the shifter who can't stand him. You can't help but feel for him.
Bryn, the shifter, was so fun in previous books. She had grit and attitude. She is completely gutted here. No strength, no grit, nothing. Part of it is understandable as she is going back to where she grew up that has many bad memories for her, but the fearfully dull Bryn is a pain to read about.
The attraction sparks far too quickly and feels shallow.
Phineas introduces us to his brother, which starts out fun but turns cliche and painful as it progresses.
Finally, just as I was onboard with the ending and my thoughts that her father would finally get what he deserves, psycho dad is forgiven and something happens to Phineas that changes him in a ridiculous way that makes you wonder if it was that easy why don't all the vamps do it.
So while I'm not giving up on the series, I'm hoping for more out the next one.
Phineas, Dr. Phang, has been the shallow one line sex machine since he entered the scene. We find that the act is getting old and Phineas is not as shallow as he appears. He's looking to shed that image but not sure how. Following this aspect of the story was enjoyable. I always felt there had to be more to him. He's stuck between his attraction to the human woman who can't stand him and his attraction to the shifter who can't stand him. You can't help but feel for him.
Bryn, the shifter, was so fun in previous books. She had grit and attitude. She is completely gutted here. No strength, no grit, nothing. Part of it is understandable as she is going back to where she grew up that has many bad memories for her, but the fearfully dull Bryn is a pain to read about.
The attraction sparks far too quickly and feels shallow.
Phineas introduces us to his brother, which starts out fun but turns cliche and painful as it progresses.
Finally, just as I was onboard with the ending and my thoughts that her father would finally get what he deserves, psycho dad is forgiven and something happens to Phineas that changes him in a ridiculous way that makes you wonder if it was that easy why don't all the vamps do it.
So while I'm not giving up on the series, I'm hoping for more out the next one.
fast paced book finished it in a day(between breaks at work)! can't wait for the next one too.
Michelle M. (chelley) reviewed Wanted: Undead or Alive (Love at Stake, Bk 12) on + 6 more book reviews
Once again, Kerrelyn Sparks does it again. I just got through reading this novel and loved it.I enjoyed reading Bryn and Phineas journey to coming together. This novel had enough action, romance, and comedy that made you not want to put it down.I have read almost all the novels in the Love at Stake series and I can't wait to read the next one.
Cheryl C. (moondance120) reviewed Wanted: Undead or Alive (Love at Stake, Bk 12) on + 422 more book reviews
Phineas has always been one of my favorite characters in this series. I was pleased with his pairing with Bryn. I had been holding out hope that LaToya would get over her antivampire agenda, but really enjoyed the tension created between the vampire/werewolf connection. Always a guilty pleasure. 4 stars
Robin M. (robinmy) -
MacKay Security & Investigations employees are scouring the world searching for Corky Currant before she once again releases video proving vampires exist. When young vampire Phineas McKinney gets word that Corky may be hiding in Wyoming, he has no one else to turn to for help than Brynley Jones. Brynley is a werewolf who grew up in Wyoming and knows the area like the back of her hand. But she hesitates to take the job of guarding Phin during the day because of her animosity toward him and all vampires.
This is the 12th book in Sparks' light paranormal romance series. When the character of Phineas McKinney was introduced early in the series, he was a wisecracking young vamp who called himself "The Love Doctor". Now Phineas has matured and is ready to settle down. Of course, he's fallen for a girl who hates vampires. We haven't seen much of Brynley Jones since she was introduced a few books back. Now we find out about her past what makes her tick. My rating: 4 Stars.
This is the 12th book in Sparks' light paranormal romance series. When the character of Phineas McKinney was introduced early in the series, he was a wisecracking young vamp who called himself "The Love Doctor". Now Phineas has matured and is ready to settle down. Of course, he's fallen for a girl who hates vampires. We haven't seen much of Brynley Jones since she was introduced a few books back. Now we find out about her past what makes her tick. My rating: 4 Stars.
I'm glad "The Love Doctor" got his own book. I don't remember much about Brynley from previous books (but then it has been a year since I read the last one). I appreciate her reasons for behaving like she was, but then her attitude was adjusted as the book progressed. I liked the "showdown" between her and her dad (and the outcome).
I thought it was weird that werewolves owned (and got along with just fine) horses. (But then they were ranchers). I enjoyed Digger and the moment between Phineas and "Big Boy 1000 EXTREME!".
This series has a great cast of characters. This wasn't the worst and it wasn't a favorite. Put this one somewhere in the middle.
I thought it was weird that werewolves owned (and got along with just fine) horses. (But then they were ranchers). I enjoyed Digger and the moment between Phineas and "Big Boy 1000 EXTREME!".
This series has a great cast of characters. This wasn't the worst and it wasn't a favorite. Put this one somewhere in the middle.
If you like fantasy romance, you can't go wrong with Kerrelyn sparks. It is best to start with book one as the books do make references to prior books in the series.
