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Blood Bound: Mercy Thompson, Book 2 Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Patricia Briggs (Author), Lorelei King (Narrator), Penguin Audio (Publisher)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 9,875 ratings
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Mechanic Mercy Thompson has friends in low places - and in dark ones. And now she owes one of them a favor. Since she can shape-shift at will, she agrees to act as some extra muscle when her vampire friend Stefan goes to deliver a message to another of his kind. But this new vampire is hardly ordinary - and neither is the demon inside of him.

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  1. Listening Length
    10 hours and 2 minutes
  2. Author
    Patricia Briggs
  3. Narrator
    Lorelei King
  4. Audible release date
    October 1, 2009
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    Penguin Audio
  7. ASIN
    B002R85K6C
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 10 hours and 2 minutes
Author Patricia Briggs
Narrator Lorelei King
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date October 01, 2009
Publisher Penguin Audio
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B002R85K6C
Best Sellers Rank #4,242 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#50 in Urban Fantasy
#102 in Paranormal Romance (Audible Books & Originals)
#126 in Paranormal Fantasy

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I love the story and series but I didn’t like that the book came slightly damaged with the crease mark on the cover. I bought it brand new so I expected it to not have any damages. If the book didn’t have any damage I would have given a 5 star rating.
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Jennifer @ Bad Bird Reads
5.0 out of 5 stars Briggs knows what she's doing.
Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2011
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Summary
Mechanic Mercy Thompson has friends in low places-and in dark ones. And now she owes one of them a favor. Since she can shapeshift at will, she agrees to act as some extra muscle when her vampire friend Stefan goes to deliver a message to another of his kind.

But this new vampire is hardly ordinary-and neither is the demon inside of him...

The Good
Blood Bound is all about vampires, which is a nice change of pace from book one which was more about werewolves. It was interesting when the vampires and local werewolves join forces to track down the demon possessed vampire. But when they go missing, Mercy is ordered by the vampire queen, Marsilia, to find them. That's when things get really interesting.

This book takes place a half a year later from Moon Called. The werewolves have followed the fae in outing themselves to the public. Mercy is still conflicted with her two potential beaus, Adam and Sam. But this is not a romantic story. Mercy's love life is a side-plot that only spices things up but doesn't control the story as a whole. This book has all the right elements of fantasy, action, mystery, and horror, (with a side of romance) that makes it a compelling read.

Mercy, our shapeshifting mechanic, is her same, old smart-ass self. I really enjoy Mercy as a character. She's smart, tough, and caring. Her interactions with other characters is what makes her shine. She doesn't let anyone push her around, even if they are terribly frightening. I find Mercy refreshing in comparison to other urban fantasy protagonists. She is kind of the girl-next-door that you just love to like. She has a job and her life is somewhat normal if not for the supernaturals around her...oh, and her being a coyote shifter.

The plot was well thought out and fast-paced. I was entertained from beginning to end. I pretty much read this book in one sitting. I really enjoyed learning more about vampires and their political structure.

I think Briggs really excels at character development. I become easily emotionally invested in each character. They are believable and have natural interactions that only help me believe in the world Briggs has created.

The Bad
Nothing. It's a nice change of pace compared to other urban fantasy books out there. Not so much in your face.

The Snuggly
Sorry to disappoint but this is not really a love story, so you get no snuggly.

Overall
Briggs has found a way to pull a reader in by simply creating dynamic characters in a world not too much unlike our own. I could easily imagine our world being quite similar to Mercy's if fae and vampires made themselves known. My only gripe is that I have to wait so long for the next book to come out. Highly recommended read.
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Lowcountry Book Lover
5.0 out of 5 stars More Mercy Thompson!
Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2013
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Blood Bound is the second book in the Mercy Thompson series by Patricia Briggs. While I don't think it was quite as successful as Moon Called, it was still an enjoyable read that is better than most Urban Fantasy out there.

Mercy is called upon by Stefan, a vampire friend, to accompany him while checking in on a visiting vampire. Since she is a coyote skinwalker, he asks her to take that form and just be an observer. Things don't go as planned and Mercy is pulled in to a fight that includes many of her friends.

As with Moon Called, Mercy is the best thing about the book. She is tough, resilient, loyal and smart. If I were choosing fictional characters as friends, Mercy would be one of my top picks. Adam, Samuel, Stefan and the other supporting characters are well-rounded. Each play an important part in the story. And there is a good story as the backbone of Blood Bound. Patricia Briggs knows how to suck you in and make you feel you are a part of their lives.

That brings me to my only real issue with the story. Adam, the local shifter pack leader, has claimed her as his mate. Mercy believes it was done just to protect her but we know he has it bad for her. Samuel, a shifter she's known most of her life, wants her as well. His human side is drawn to the fact that she would probably be able to bear him children (and that's a big deal since most shifter females cannot carry a cub to term.) Sam's wolf believes she is his mate. This triangle didn't bother me in book one as it was so well done and Mercy didn't participate in any of the normal "I don't know who to pick" yuckiness. If Blood Bound continued in the same vein, it would have been preferable. Instead both Sam and Adam are making moves and it felt a little more cliché. Plus, it turns out that Mercy has other admirers. I'm just not a huge fan of stories that show women who are irresistible to all men. I get it - Mercy is hot. But, I don't buy that everyone is in love with her (a la Sookie Stackhouse).

And, the cover...Mercy's defining characteristic is not her physical appearance. I can't imagine that she would be caught dead hanging around her shop wearing her coveralls unzipped below the navel with only a bra underneath. I have no problem with sexy covers. But, I do think it needs to make sense for the character. This one doesn't work for me.

Overall, I enjoyed this installment and am looking forward to continuing Mercy's journey. Yes, I've already picked up book three. 4.5/5 stars.
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Karla Camargo
5.0 out of 5 stars Livro incrível
Reviewed in Brazil on September 9, 2021
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É edição econômica, mas está tudo perfeito.
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Douglas
5.0 out of 5 stars Comfortable, Cozy Writing style - fun read
Reviewed in Germany on April 4, 2024
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Well developed characters, lots of side plots and a writing style that just makes you "cozy" with Mercy and her adventurous life.
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Carly
5.0 out of 5 stars A great read.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 28, 2023
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This book had me on the edge of my seat all the way through. I couldnt put it down. Its the 2nd in the series and i cant wait to get started on the 3rd book.
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Cliente de Kindle
4.0 out of 5 stars So entertaining story
Reviewed in Mexico on July 29, 2017
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I liked this book very much. The story is so well written and very interesting. I love Mercy's character and i will definitelly will continue reading the series.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on May 30, 2017
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Perfection
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