River Marked (Mercy Thompson, #6)

by Patricia Briggs

[Berls]

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I think this book is the most confusing of the series so far; I enjoyed it much more the second time I read it, probably because I didn't inhale it in one night and therefore didn't get as confused.

Despite greater potential for confusion, this book is worth slowing down and reading carefully, since it explores a side of Mercy that is normally hovering below the surface - her Native American roots. I really enjoyed this chance to explore where Mercy get's her ability and her history; the other books focus so much on the werewolves and the supernatural entities that they interact with that it's easy to forget that Mercy is not necessarily one of a kind. I think it's about time we learned more about where she comes from.


Review from second read in 2020
I KNOW I thought this book was confusing when I first read it, but this time it wasn't confusing at all. I think having read it before helped, as did the fact that I was alert to it being confusing and really paid close attention. I also listened this time for the first time, so maybe that helped. And I've been binge reading the series, so everyone and thing is super fresh. I was surprised to be at this point in the series already - I remember thinking it took a lot longer for Mercy and Adam to reach this point in their relationship. I'm so enjoying this binge read though, and am glad I decided to join in Anne's read-along, even though I've totally skipped ahead of everyone at this point.

I also enjoyed that this book takes place mostly away from the pack - thus allowing us to see Mercy and Adam alone, developing as a couple. Oh and of course, there's a big bad and Mercy (AKA Trouble) finds her way right into the middle. Really great read - just take your time so you can enjoy it!