Unleash the Night (Dark-Hunter Novels Book 8)

Accompanied by her study group, Marguerite D'Aubert Goudeau steps into Sanctuary with the sole purpose of exploring the old haunt of her deceased friend, Nick. She misses her best friend horribly and feels a connection to him as she sits and surveys the dangerous looking bar. While taking in her surroundings, Marguerite feels the weight of a heavy stare, and soon realizes it comes from the unkempt man who is placidly bussing tables. For unexplainable reasons, she is somewhat fascinated and feels herself drawn to this man, who seems so far removed from everything, and everyone, around him.Wren Tigarian has merely existed since his childhood. Being a Were-Hunter crossbreed of snow leopard and white tiger, Wren has been rejected by every person around him his entire life. He lives and works at a bar called Sanctuary, owned by the Peltier family, and more importantly, located on neutral ground. It is the only protected place, where those who would see him dead dare not violate. Wren has no use for people, were or not, and views life from behind a silent yet threatening demeanor. His apathy toward his existence never wanes... until one extraordinary woman steps into his life.When the taunts and actions of one of Marguerite's acquaintances start a nasty fight involving Wren, the hands of fate begin to turn. Though they are an unlikely match up of were and "society child", Wren and Marguerite soon work together to uncover secrets of Wren's past; secrets that some would gladly kill to keep from being discovered.Do I expect a fascinating and absorbing read from Ms. Kenyon's Dark Hunter series? Absolutely! She has a talented gift of including action, sensuality, tragedy and humor in her stories that keep me coming back for more. For this reason alone, Ms. Kenyon holds a position at the top of my "auto-buy" list.When I picked up Unleash the Night, I was filled with eager anticipation. I'm happy to say that I truly could not put it down, and pretty much ignored everyone around me while I was engrossed in the story. The Tigard, Wren, is portrayed as strong and deadly, yet his awful past creates a heartbreaking vulnerability. This beguiling combination had me shivering in lust one moment, and aching with sympathy the next. Marguerite is also very likeable, if a little flat. However, I was more than willing to let pass her implausible reactions to situations that cropped up simply because of my overall enjoyment of the story. While not fire-poker hot, there was a smooth sensual chemistry between Marguerite and Wren.Admittedly, Unleash the Night was not as fully developed as other stories in the Dark Hunter series. And there were some questions that were raised, such as: What happened to nice old Mama Lo Peltier? However, I rather see this story as a foundation of new things to come. While Acheron was sadly absent, the introduction of Savitar makes me think that he is destined to become quite a powerful player in the Dark series; at least once the multitude of Acheron fans finally have their request of receiving Ash's book granted.All in all, Unleash the Night is a fun and fabulous read! I highly recommend it and will happily continue to watch for anything that Sherrilyn Kenyon offers!JolieReviewed for Joyfully Reviewed

Definitely give the Dark Hunter series a read..you won't be sorry

Wren & Maggie's story is one of my favorites in this series! I ache for the things Wren has suffered in his life & the way he's treated, even by ppl who are supposed to be his Sanctuary. He does have friends, tho even they are wary of him. And he had Nick... Oh, NICK! *sob*Maggie also had a friend in Nick, and that's the connection that brings her into Wren's orbit. They are instantly drawn to one another, tho neither really can pinpoint why.Their story is fast-paced, full of an adventure that is always fun for me to read! Their love transcends the Fates... And I absolutely adore how their HEA comes about!!We get to see the Omegrion, where serious stuff happens, but also serious BANTER happens with Dante, Vane, Fury, Fang... Oh, I just love the banter! And Savitar's grumpy butt - he thinks he doesn't have a heart, he always has "excuses" for the good he does, but his heart is one of the biggest in the series. And I hope that one day the author is able to give us his HEA.Wren & Maggie have some of the best steam, also. I mean, bring out the fans! Their hearts are made for each other, and their protectiveness toward one another is the thing swoony dreams are made of for me.: )

I started reading the Dark Hunter series years ago, and when I get a gift card to an ebook retailer, this is one of the first ones I go for. I love the world of the dark hunters, or the Arcadians and the Katagaria.Unleash the Night is the story of Wren Tigarian and Maggie Goudeau. Wren is a one of a kind Katagaria, a hybrid between a tiger and a leopard. He can take human form, but his natural state is that of an animal.I love Wren. He strong and beautiful, though he’s been an outcast his whole life. His parents despised him, and even the people who are honor bound to provide him a safe place to leave can’t stand him. It’s gotten to the point where he believes he’s as awful as everyone says he is, and yet he perseveres, day by day, somehow managing to retain a good heart.Maggie is the wealthy, pampered daughter of a US Senator. She doesn’t like her life, though, and doesn’t share her friends’ snobby attitudes or better-than-everyone-else outlooks. She’s told what to do, where to go, how to act, and follows along only because she loves her father and wants him to love her, too.When Maggie meets Wren, everything changes. She draws him out of his anti-social shell (but only her), and he unwittingly teaches her to stand up for herself and what SHE wants.Wonderful story, developed superbly, with great feels. Plus we get to see some well-loved characters from previous (and future books). I haven’t read the series in order, but since each book progresses the series storyline, I’d recommended starting at book 1 and going from thereif you can.This is a series I’ll re-read over and over again.

was a gift

I really loved this book. Wren is so different from the other dark hunter heroes and it was hard not to feel for him. I am glad he got a happily ever after and I recommend this book highly.

Sherrilyn Kenyon is amazing. She knows how to write to her audience and make you feel apart of the Dark-Hunter World

love the whole series, catches your attention and keeps it going to the end

Loved this continuation of the Dark Hunter series. Kenyon never seems to disappoint.