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Secondhand Skin

A Soulbound Universe Novel

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By: Hailey Turner
Narrated by: Gary Furlong
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Summary

Nothing says you can’t steal a heart. Keeping it though? That’s another problem.

Wade Espinoza knows a thing or two about hoards. As a dragon, he’s got plenty. What he doesn’t have is a relationship, and he swears he’s not looking for one. But when he’s sent to Boston to answer a cry for help from another pack, he’s drawn into a mess of fae bargains centered around a selkie who Wade instantly becomes obsessed with.

Riordan Maguire is struggling to keep his selkie clan out of the clutches of a fae lord who will do anything to take over their territory. Partnering with the Boston god pack means coming face-to-face with the first person he’s ever wanted to willingly give his sealskin. Too bad Wade isn’t local and is something altogether strange that Riordan isn’t sure he can trust.

Amidst a growing danger in the streets and Boston Harbor, Wade and Riordan are desperate to find a way to keep everyone safe. For bargains are dangerous things to break, but so are hearts. Wade isn’t willing to shatter either of theirs in a race against time that could see Riordan torn from him forever.

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Content warning: there’s discussion of past sexual abuse.
Despite of this topic, which I always avoid, I can say the story is really interesting. But to enjoy it fully I would have need an introduction about the world (who lives and rules the different territories, types of supernatural and preternatural beings—who is who—or gods and packs—composition of them too—, dires, etc). The story can be read as a standalone, there were a lot I things I didn’t understand through.
I liked Wade and how he played with everyone about his identity.
The narrator was very good.

«…when tempers were high, people never thought rationally».

Awesome, hungry dragon shifter

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I am sure I won't be alone among Soulbound aficionados when I say how eagerly I have waited to see Wade get his own book and his own love. I remember when we first met Wade as a wounded captive, and I have greatly enjoyed watching him grow and develop. I have enjoyed his snark, his occasional bratty disobedience, and his endless appetite. He has been comic relief during some of the darkest Soulbound times, and - yeah - I love seeing him eat bad guys. This story is an exciting and heart-pounding adventure with some new faces, but also plenty of well-known friends and enemies. Since I have read all the related books, I can't say for sure whether this one works as a standalone, but I personally think it would be hard to get the full flavor of Wade without knowing his history from the other books. Just my opinion, YMMV. Either way, this is a fun book, and not to be missed.

The narration by Gary Furlong is superb. I am always amazed how easily those complex names roll off his tongue. Maybe he practices a lot, but it SOUNDS effortless. It makes listening a true pleasure.

I received a free copy of the audio and am voluntarily leaving this honest review.

Wade finds his love...at last

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I loved Wade story, there was loads of action and it was nice to see the other characters from the Soulbound series make an appearance. Wade and Riordan were great together and I'm glad Wade got his happy ever after. Gary Furlong's narration was excellent as always.

Excellent story for Wade

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So glade Wade got a story, hope there is more.
Fantastic addition to a great series. Interesting and enjoyable story that matches the previous stories in the series. Gary did a superb job with the narration.

Fantastic

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4.5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨

This was the second book I've listened to in the Soulbound Universe and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Once again the narrator, Gary Furlong, did a great job bringing the characters to life and I love the world Hailey Turner has created and will be reading the Soulbound series sometime in the future.

I loved Wade and his sassy confidence and fun nature, though he knows when to be serious and can be very focused. Riordan has a lot on his shoulders especially now his sister's selkie coat has been stolen and he and his clan are in danger. I enjoyed Wade and Riordan and their chemistry and loved watching them become mates, giving each other the trust and affection they needed.

Wade comes to Boston to help a pack and gets drawn into assisting Riordan when they figure out they have the same enemy. I enjoyed the magic, shifters and all the other aspects of this fantasy world. A lot is going on and a lot of action and I was keen to keep listening to see how it all played out.

Though I haven't yet read the Soulbound series, I did listen to Resurrection Reprise the first Soulbound Universe book in which I initially felt I was missing a lot of background story but just like in that book I was able to piece it together and enjoy the story. You would have more of an understanding of the universe and characters if you'd read the series, but I do feel this can stand alone.

A really enjoyable fantasy novel to listen to.

I really enjoyed this!

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