Terri T. (eskmom) -
Helpful Score: 2
I LOVED THIS! That said, as the other reviewer mentioned, it ISN'T like her other books. Don't expect it to be. It doesn't 'sound' like she wrote it. But DO expect it to have her humor and style. But in that, I see her brilliance/talent as a writer.
For me, I felt like I was sitting down with Clay while he was looking at a photo album and reminiscing about his past. It is not a typical novel; it is glimpses of his life growing up, a collection of memories. It helps you understand why Clay is the way he is and why Jeremy is the way he is. In the beginning of the book, we learn about Jeremy (why he is so different from the other werewolves). At the end of the book, you also get to see what Jeremy is becoming, as he figures out his origins.
Don't expect this to be a typical 'Women of the Otherworld' novel. It isn't. She never said it would be. Don't expect romance or lots of description. Remember she was writing it as if she was a male.
Also, I truly wouldn't start her series here. Go back to the beginning of the series and work your way up.
I read it in one afternoon, b/c of my inability to put it down. Hope you enjoy it as much!
For me, I felt like I was sitting down with Clay while he was looking at a photo album and reminiscing about his past. It is not a typical novel; it is glimpses of his life growing up, a collection of memories. It helps you understand why Clay is the way he is and why Jeremy is the way he is. In the beginning of the book, we learn about Jeremy (why he is so different from the other werewolves). At the end of the book, you also get to see what Jeremy is becoming, as he figures out his origins.
Don't expect this to be a typical 'Women of the Otherworld' novel. It isn't. She never said it would be. Don't expect romance or lots of description. Remember she was writing it as if she was a male.
Also, I truly wouldn't start her series here. Go back to the beginning of the series and work your way up.
I read it in one afternoon, b/c of my inability to put it down. Hope you enjoy it as much!
Nancy M. (imnellen) reviewed Men of the Otherworld: A Collection of Otherworld Tales on + 246 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
This is an enjoyable book. I like hearing the backstory of the guys in the series. Adds another dimension.
Robin M. (robinmy) -
This is a collection of short stories told mostly from the point-of-view of Clay. We find out how Clay became a werewolf, how Jeremy rescued him and introduce him to the pack, and about Clay's absolute loyalty to Jeremy. This is a good story for fans of Armstrong's Women of the Otherworld series. If you aren't already reading that series, I wouldn't start with this book. My rating: 4 Stars.
Susan M. (susanham) reviewed Men of the Otherworld: A Collection of Otherworld Tales on + 7 more book reviews
It was a wonderful book. I loved having more background on some of the people that have not been the main characters in other books. It gave a lot more insight into why some things worked out the way they did in some of the other books.
Violet N. (flowerreader) reviewed Men of the Otherworld: A Collection of Otherworld Tales on + 2 more book reviews
I enjoyed the series. This book gave me some much history between the wolf pack. Great book to read in between the series or first.
Jenny M. (griz1girl) -
This is definitely NOT a book one should read as a "first Kelley Armstrong book". I'd never read any of her stories, and picked this up cheap at a local used bookstore. Looked great--and short stories are fun for when I'm busy & don't have time to read.
The book was NOT GOOD. I really hope this isn't her usual fare--it was terrible. The back-stories about Clay & Malcolm & Jeremy were bleak & depressing & drawn-out. Mostly boring, very little to "enjoy" in the stories...they just went on & on & on.
But the worst was the story of Clay's very existence. From the time of his birth this character had a horrible life. And his childhood & young-adult experiences only became more violent and tragic.
I hope he's a happy character in later books. This book definitely makes me NOT want to read Kelley Armstrong. Bummer.
The book was NOT GOOD. I really hope this isn't her usual fare--it was terrible. The back-stories about Clay & Malcolm & Jeremy were bleak & depressing & drawn-out. Mostly boring, very little to "enjoy" in the stories...they just went on & on & on.
But the worst was the story of Clay's very existence. From the time of his birth this character had a horrible life. And his childhood & young-adult experiences only became more violent and tragic.
I hope he's a happy character in later books. This book definitely makes me NOT want to read Kelley Armstrong. Bummer.
Kelly J. (KellitaJ) reviewed Men of the Otherworld: A Collection of Otherworld Tales on + 550 more book reviews
I really disliked the stories in this book, and felt like someone else wrote it, not Kely Armstrong.
