Review of Alpha Attacked (Big City Lycans, #1) by [Author’s Name]
Sometimes, a book grabs my attention for its promise of intrigue and adventure, but leaves me astonished by how quickly it tumbles into chaos. Alpha Attacked was supposed to whisk me away into a world of supernatural romance and suspense, but instead, it left me grappling with a dizzying array of plot points that made me question everything from character motivations to the boundaries of acceptable behavior in romantic fiction.
The story follows Maeve, an ER doctor with a seemingly straightforward life, suddenly entwined with Griffin, a bullet-riddled werewolf alpha who bursts into her hospital in a scene that is both intense and, frankly, absurd. Their relationship is introduced in a high-stakes moment that had me on edge—but soon spiraled into perplexity when Maeve operates on Griffin without anesthesia. This rather unbelievable contrivance sets the tone for a book that mixes horror with romance in a way that feels jarring instead of thrilling.
Griffin’s character is a cocktail of charisma and aggression, with a backstory steeped in crime that should have raised alarms for Maeve—and for me as a reader. While the author seems to want us to root for him, his lack of remorse for a slew of vigilante killings and his casual approach to violence left me feeling decidedly unsettled. Instead of seeing a tortured hero trying to reconcile his dark side, we’re presented with a bloodthirsty anti-hero who poses a genuine threat, and heartbreakingly, Maeve adopts this moral confusion without conflict.
My biggest gripe lies in the pacing and plotting, which felt like a whirlwind of erratic decisions and contrived coincidences. The villain’s motivations are murky, and Maeve’s transition from a healer to an accomplice in violence isn’t explored with the nuance it deserves. It feels like the narrative embraces chaos without purpose, leading to absurd moments that made me laugh at the surrealism instead of gripping me with intensity.
The writing is competent but doesn’t quite elevate the material. There are stilted moments where dialogue felt unnatural, and character development was sacrificed in favor of shock value. The pacing hurt the narrative flow, sending us racing through important scenes that required more depth. Maeve’s acceptance of Griffin’s lifestyle, punctuated by cringeworthy quotes like his comparing himself to Dexter, felt forced—robbing the story of emotional weight.
Despite its faltering structure, there are highlights—particularly in the brisk pacing that keeps readers flipping pages, eager to see how the chaos resolves. If you’re someone who enjoys werewolf lore intertwined with suspense—and who can overlook glaring moral discrepancies—you might find some enjoyment here.
Ultimately, Alpha Attacked intrigued me, but left me feeling deeply conflicted. It certainly isn’t for everyone, especially those who value character integrity and nuanced storytelling. However, if you’re in the mood for a wild ride that dabbles in horror and supernatural romance, you may find something to cling to in its brutal journey. I personally can’t endorse it wholeheartedly, but I can’t deny the curiosity it instilled in me about where this series might go next. Would I read more? Maybe, if only to see how this chaotic world unfolds further.
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