Review: War of Hearts by S.Young

War of Hearts by S. Young
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was provided an advanced review copy via the author in exchange for an honest review.  This book will be published on October 1, 2019

It is no secret that Samantha aka S. Young is one of my favorite authors. I'm so glad that she's writing paranormal romance again. I discovered her writing when she was writing YA paranormal and this is a merging of the YA urban fantasy, paranormal, and romance that she does so well. This book is adult much like her more recent contemporary romance novels, but it blends really well with the fantasy and paranormal elements that's she's written in her YA books.

This story follows Thea Quinn, a girl on the run from her adoptive father because he wants to use her. Thea is a paranormal of unknown origins and she has unique abilities even for someone of the supernatural world. Her adoptive father Ashforth approaches Conall, a Scottish werewolf chieftain with who also has a unique tracking ability to find her and bring her back. They make a bargain, and Conall quickly finds Thea's latest hiding spot. Conall has been told that she is a dangerous killer, but when she shows compassion and respect for life, Ashforth's story doesn't seem to add up. As Conall gets to know her real story, a bond begins to form between Thea and Conall as more than one group tries to stop them from getting back to Scotland and Ashforth. Conall is determined to help her find out her true origins and well this is a romance so you know he eventually decides to protect her instead of turning her over to the bad guy.

I really loved this. Thea is a great loner type character and I really enjoyed watching her develop from a standoffish, self sufficient, untrusting character to someone who knows she can't and doesn't want to continue on alone. While their relationship develops quickly, it has all of the banter and tension that you want from a romance. Conall pushes her to open up about her life and experiences but he is respectful and isn't overbearing. She tries to be selfish and he won't let her. I really loved their dynamic. I also really enjoyed the side characters.

While this was a standalone, it was definitely left open for more books. I do hope that the series continues. I would like to see more in the series or just in the genre from Sam.

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