Fire Touched by Patricia Briggs

Fire Touched (Mercy Thompson, #9)

by Patricia Briggs

Mercy Thompson has been hailed as “a heroine who...always remains true to herself” (Library Journal). Now she’s back, and she’ll soon discover that when the fae stalk the human world, it’s the children who suffer...
 
Tensions between the fae and humans are coming to a head. And when coyote shapeshifter Mercy and her Alpha werewolf mate, Adam, are called upon to stop a rampaging troll, they find themselves with something that could be used to make the fae back down and forestall out-and-out war: a human child stolen long ago by the fae.
 
Defying the most powerful werewolf in the country, the humans, and the fae, Mercy, Adam, and their pack choose to protect the boy no matter what the cost. But who will protect them from a boy who is fire touched?

Reviewed by kimbacaffeinate on

4 of 5 stars

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From the moment I began Fire Touched, I could feel a contentment in Mercy that was missing in Night Broken. I enjoyed the playfulness of their home life and the banter between Adam and Mercy. However, we all know that peace never lasts; at least not when your name is Mercy. A call for help comes in and Mercy, Adam and some of the pack find themselves facing down an angry troll. The battle is brutal and set the plot into motion as tension between the Fae, humans and wolves heat up.

Mercy does something on the bridge, that was awesome but it has far-reaching implications. A friend is returned to her, but she also offers protection to a human child who was trapped in Underhill long ago. The storyline was tight, and we see movement in the overall arc despite the multiple threads. Adam finally does something he should have done long ago. Go Adam! In addition, Bran does something that at first pissed me off, but as I looked at it through his eyes, I understood. I am curious to see the impact if any regarding his actions. Gods above and below Christy showed up!!!! I just wanted to smack her. Development within the pack and character growth particularly regarding Mercy pleased me. Despite all the threats, action-scenes and drama Briggs weaved in humor and shared elements of pack living I adored.

Secondary characters provided interest and I loved all the different creatures that have weaved their way into Mercy’s circle. The human child, dealings with the Fae and decisions within the pack all made this tale addictive. Adam is back in my good graces and as swoony as ever. The Walking Stick both fascinates and annoys me and was heavily involved in Fire Touched. The Fae have always freaked me out, and dealing with them only proved me right.Briggs really brings out their creepiness with her descriptive writing. Thankfully, Mercy and Adam are clever and have those who come to their aid.

Mercy continues to be a kick-ass, fearless coyote whom I adore. I crave learning more about her full potential as she continues to surprise and impress me.

Copy provided by publisher. This review was originally posted on Caffeinated Book Reviewer

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