Iron Kissed (Mercy Thompson Series #3)

Angieville: IRON KISSED

Wow. So this series just keeps getting more and more intense. And in such unexpected ways. I love it when an author has the ability (and the guts) to slip in a real shocker without compromising her characters or the story as a whole. In a series, that's particularly hard to do without making it seem like a gratuitous plot twist inserted merely to keep the series going. Patricia Briggs has a 7-book deal for her Mercy Thompson series and book three has shown that not only does she know exactly what she's doing, but that we can trust her. To keep her characters and her world consistent. To take them down the right paths and introduce them to the right people...or werewolves and vampires in this case.

Mercy lives in a world where werewolves, vampires, and the fae exist side by side with humans. The first book, MOON CALLED, focuses on the werewolves. The second, BLOOD BOUND, centers on the vampires, including Mercy's quirky Scooby Doo loving friend Stefan. In this third installment, coyote shape shifter and VW mechanic Mercy Thompson is called in to help the fae solve a series of murders on the local fae reservation. Soon after, her friend Zee is arrested for the murder and, just like that, Mercy's in the thick of it, determined to clear Zee's name no matter what. Add to that the increasingly imperative choice she must make between the two werewolves in her life: Adam Hauptman (the Alpha of the local pack who's already claimed her as his mate) and Dr. Samuel Cornick (the wolf she fell in love with at 16). In what is becoming classic Briggs style, IRON KISSED combines an intriguing mystery with a streak of compelling romance, interspersed with glimpses of your worst nightmares. The combination is the height of entertainment. And what holds it all together is Mercy herself. The girl doesn't know the meaning of the words back down. I absolutely love these books.

9 out of 9 people found this review helpful.

I was hoping to get through this series...

...before I wrote anything, but Briggs really kicks the tension, action and suspense up a notch in "Iron Kissed." Mercy Thompson, a Volkswagen auto mechanic and raised by werewolves, wants to live a basic life fixing cars and just enjoying what life has to offer. But after her friends (vampires, wolves, and fae - oh, my!) keep getting into these situations and she keeps getting stuck in the middle of them somehow, she finds that her life has taken a turn for the weird. I'm loving this series; I suggest you get the whole set, and read them!

3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

The Best in the Series

This was by far my favorite in the Mercy Thompson series. Patricia Briggs has created an incredible cast of characters that are fleshed out and a joy to know. Mercy is a believable heroine with quirks and humor and loyalty - and you can't help but root for her. Bravo!

3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

it was a good read

well i love he fact the she is not a warewolf like so many other books. you would find that she has a hard head like most women, with a very big heart for those she loves. its a good read for just one time, not to venture for another one, but wants to know what the other book will be about.

3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

Review by Page from One Book At A Time

I was so close to giving this book 5 stars. It was wonderful. I was suprised that I liked that it centered around the fae so much. For those who haven't read the series, the fae are magical creatures. This can include gremlins, gnomes, and fairies. In this book you get a very up front look at a few fae legends and very they're very rigid beliefs. I really got into the intensity of the story. Mercy has a knack for sticking her head out for anybody that means something to her. And for some reason, it makes me like her even more. I think she's a kick ass heroine. I liked watching her figure out her love interest issues. I also appreciated the way the author handled a very sensitive subject without getting graphic (although some people seem to feel differently)! So far this series has everything paranormal wrapped up in it. In 3 books I've gotten werewolves, witches, sorcerers, fae, and vampires.

2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

MY FAVORITE!

It was tough, but this book is my favorite of the series (so far). The story line was fantastic, the characters are something else. The book had everything I was looking for. I highly recommend the entire series to anyone looking for an unbelievable read.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Excellent read!

This book had a minor slow start but once it got moving it never slowed down. I was so happy w/ the outcome of Mercy's relationship between Sam and Adam. I hated the trama that Mercy went through but i'm glad she was able to work through it. I was impressed at how sensitive Ben was to her situation and shocked at how Adam needed Ben to spell it out for him. Hopefully Mercy's financial situation will improve from here on out. I highly recommend the this book and the rest of the series.

1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

Another great book in a great series. I have read the whole ser

Another great book in a great series. I have read the whole series several times and I now have my sister hooked on it.

ENJOYED

i LOVE THIS TYPE OF STORY.

Good book

Good book

Love Mercy

This series has become one of my favorites. Can't wait to read the next one.

Something seems to be wrong with the margin size on this book! P

Something seems to be wrong with the margin size on this book! Please fix! Thanks!

AMAZING

I couldn't put this book down from the second i opened the book!!

Perfect

Love Mercy and Adam, love the firece protection and romance! Love Jesse too. Perfect book for aa perfect series

Great Series!!

Just started reading this series and I love it. This series is action packed and fast paced - hard to put the book down once you start reading it. The characters are great and Patricia Briggs has become one of my favorite authors.

Best shifter series

In the last year ive read over 150 books and this series is by far my favorite!

Recommended

I am finding these booke get better and better as the series continues. Really looking forward to the next one.

Best book yet

Exciting sassy and fun but also full of action and adventure. Lovin mercy and all the drama that follows her.

Whoa

Gets a little depressing near the end. Didn't expect that. The first two books are really good. This too. But just beware near the end.

Great

Great writing. One of the many things I like is that she does not jump from one character to another.