Anna Latham was unaware that there were creatures that reveled in the night until she was attacked and changed into a werewolf. She was also unaware that she possessed a special ability that enticed the werewolf to change her. The pack that welcomed her abused her and turned her into a submissive that is afraid of any dominant male. When the Marrok and the enforcer of the North American werewolves come to rescue her, the wolf in her immediately responds to Charles, the enforcer. She feels comfortable and safe with him, but her previous abuse scars run too deep to ignore them. Will she be able to accept a male into her life? How will she as a coveted Omega wolf fit into a new pack?

Charles Cornick knows immediately that Anna is an Omega wolf, a very precious member of their society. He also recognizes her as his mate. He knows that her wolf has accepted him, and understands that it will take some time for her human side to accept him as a man. When he has to do his job as the pack enforcer, Charles and Anna are pulled into a situation that turns out to be more than just a rogue werewolf and far more sinister than even they could imagine. Will he be able to protect Anna from the evil that threatens to destroy not just them but the whole pack? How will he convince Anna that she is a cherished and integral member of the pack?

Patricia Briggs creates a wonderful world where werewolves coexist with humans. They have their own societal structure and rules that must be followed. I was quickly pulled into this urban fantasy, and found the characters to be rather down to earth. Not only is there an ominous adventure, but there is also a brewing romance to keep the readers interested. However, many readers may want to check out the preceding novella in the ON THE PROWL anthology for some background information. CRY WOLF is a fabulous urban fantasy that brings a whole new view of the supernatural universe. This is my first glimpse into Ms. Briggs' unique world, but I am sure it will not be my last.

Book Summary

Now Briggs begins an extraordinary new series set in Mercy Thompson’s world—but with rules of its own.

INTRODUCING THE ALPHA AND OMEGA NOVELS...

Anna never knew werewolves existed until the night she survived a violent attack... and became one herself. After three years at the bottom of the pack, she’d learned to keep her head down and never, ever trust dominant males. But Anna is that rarest kind of werewolf: an Omega. And one of the most powerful werewolves in the country will recognize her value as a pack member—and as his mate.