4 stars
As a fan of Suzanne Wright I could not wait for this book and I really enjoyed this new edition to the Mercury Pack series. Madisyn and Bracken are a great characters and little different to Wright’s usual type, She does a great job of navigating between loss, hope and a hot romance. Madisyn definitely had a Roni feel to her strong, funny and viscous which I love. Bracken is intense and broken but his patience with Madisyn was sweet.
so why not 5 stars -1) it took a while to get passed the we’re just friends/mates/should we decision 2)I love these books but as the series continues they are feeling more formulaic which takes a great book to a 3.5-4.
Definitely enjoyable and a great read for fans of paranormal romance.

3,75 stars

I received a free, advance copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for my unbiased review

Let me first start by saying that I love, LOVE this paranormal series so I was really looking forward to the new book ‘Echoes of fire’. So you can imagine my pleasure when I got the chance to read it before release.

Bracken Slater is one of the enforcers of the Mercury Pack and a character we already met many times before in the previous books. In those books he’s the layback guy, someone who likes to have fun and who is an easy character to be with. So I was very surprise when I started the story and I discovered a totally different man in it. I can understand (after reading what happened to him) why he would be a different man then before but I had a little trouble connecting with this ‘new’ version of Bracken.

I did love Madisyn and I especially loved her cat! It was a new cat species to me. (I looked it up on the internet. I would recommend that you do that too! It’s totally worth it.) The interaction between the other members of the pack (and the Phoenix pack) were again great to watch. I really love the friendship, loyalty and love that they have for each other. The connection between the pack members is one of the things that I like very much in this series. (And the craziness of some members too.)

Again the writer Suzanne Wright wrote a good story, one filled with humor, emotions and steamy sex scenes. But in contrast with the previous books where I was intrigued and excited when I was reading them, here those feelings were less present. During the most part of the story I was wondering, what if Bracken hadn’t had this happen to him, what if he was still the guy like before? Would Madisyn and he have been together? It had me thinking about the true mates bond and wondering if it’s possible that the mates aren’t always compatible?

‘Echoes of fire’ is a good story. I just wasn’t prepared for this ‘new version’ of Bracken in this story and I missed the ‘old’ Bracken a bit.

Echoes of Fire has to be my favorite Suzanne Wright novel… to date. Her spin on the shifter world, the introduction of a shifter animal I’ve not seen anywhere before and the ease with which I’m transported back into her worlds every single time I pick up a new book are just a few of the reasons why I look forward to the continuing adventures of The Phoenix Pack and The Mercury Pack series. And, yes, I mention both packs for we will be seeing some old friends along the way, and maybe stirring up some memories of the past as well.

Alright, folks, can we all say badass. Madisyn and her animal are completely kick but, takes names, won’t break a sweat or a claw badass. She’s a loner, has no filter whatsoever and is a perfect match for Bracken. We’ve met Brack before, yet this Bracken is edgier, darker and… more in control, yet out of control in the same moment. I know that doesn’t make sense, but it is a feeling that flows off of him in this story. And Madisyn is the only one who can really reach him now. She “gets” him but she’s not about to let him take over either. Each are strong, determined and just fit together right – and they should, they are after all mates.

I’m not about to give spoilers away… so Echoes of Fire is an intense, action packed story that will grab your attention and not let go til the end… and even then you’ll be thinking and waiting for the next story. There is danger, history, sizzling sexy times, friends and foes… and a damned good story to be found in the latest addition to The Mercury Pack world. And I loved every second back in this world.

To be frank, I, personally, don’t think a reader will get the full impact or understanding of the nuances of this world if they start at Echoes of Fire. This is a series, and a spin off series, that really needs to be read in order. This is a world… and to “get” that world you need to know the entire story of it… in my opinion. Could you read this alone and enjoy it? Of course. Yet I don’t believe you’ll understand the whys of it all, or the underlying reasons. If you possibly can, please consider starting at the beginning.

I was caught up in this world once again and would not hesitate to recommend Echoes of Fire and these two entire series to any Paranormal Romance, Shifter Romance reader who enjoys intricate stories, intriguing situations, a rarely seen shifter animal and a really good story to sink teeth or claws into.

*I received an e-ARC of this novel from the publisher via NetGalley. That does not change what I think of this story. It is my choice to leave a review giving my personal opinion about this book.*

5 stars for Bracken
5 stars for Madisyn
5 stars for feral kitty cats

5 + 5 + 5 ...yep definitely another winner for me. I for one am just going to say this is a very biased review. I love Suzanne's writing since I first discovered Feral Sins. More than a dozen books later and I wanna say we're besties 😘 hmm a girl can dream.

Anywho, Bracken is lowkey manipulative. Me likely. He's the quintessential caveman possessive "your mine " grrrrrr alpha but he does it subtle like so by the time she's getting those vibes it's a done deal.

Madisyn is so strong and badass not unlike other heroines in this series but everyone has their own unique quirks and identifiers that it doesnt bore us.

Snarks, smackdowns and schemes galore but with our favorite wolves and their menagerie they always come out on top and in style. Definitely a must read 💜💜

This series has a formula but the author writes it so well it doesn’t feel repetitive. Two strong and likeable people coming together and navigating their mate bond. I was engaged in the story and I really liked characters.

Due to a personal tragedy, Bracken has changed from an affable, but shallow, pack member into a brooding alpha male, battling with inner demons. Madisyn is a loner shifter who works at the bar the Mercury Pack owns.. She knows Bracken and thinks of him as a friend. A mate isn't on either of their radar. Until it is.
With trouble all around them, can these two independent shifters come together, not only as a couple, but also to help put a stop to the danger they are facing? I recommend reading for yourself to see exactly what happens.

Loved this story! Bracken and Madisyn are awesome together. Plus we get the other Mercury Pack wolves and Phoenix Pack wolves who love to be a part of everyone's lives and to have their back when needed. Ms. Wright is a shifter-writing goddess. Lol

I was gifted a copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. My thoughts and opinions are my own and without bias.

It's getting harder and harder to review both the Mercury pack and the Phoenix pack books the longer both series goes on. Each book in both series follows a general story arc, but Suzanne does a good job in making each story fresh.

I really enjoyed Madisyn's independence and Bracken's ability to let her feel like she always had it—even when she didn't lol. I think he realized she could take care of herself, but he still needed to feel like he was always there to protect her. They both worked really well as a couple.

The romance as always was steamy. The couple was made for each other and their attraction and love streamed through the pages loud and clear.

I haven't disliked any of Suzanne Wright's books to date and I will continue to read everything she puts out.

* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! Read this book in one sitting cause I could not put it down. Ms. Wright's shifter books just keep getting better and better. While this can be read as a standalone, it is always better to read the series in order. Madisyn and Bracken are perfect together. I really like that they don't mess around, they know what they need to do to get where they need to be. As a couple they really work. They discuss things with each other and deal with their problems. The action in this book is non-stop. You will not be disappointed. Great read.

Received as an ARC from Netgalley.

Bracken and Madisyn both are stubborn to a fault. Bracken just tugged at my heart. Lossing his family just about distroyed him but with Madisyn he can heal.
This story is full of action, old pack mates and lots of sexy time.
I received an adavance copy from NetGalley.

5 Grr, Mine Grr, Talking in your sleep, Fantastic, Beautiful stars*****
I Love, Love, Love, FREAKING LOVE, this author. I just can't say that enough! I don't believe that she can write anything bad. I have loved and read all of her series of books and they are just magnificent!
This is Bracken and Madisyn's story and I loved Bracken so freaking much in this one! After suffering and still recovering from the loss of his family, he finds his true mate! Yay! Madisyn was awesome and kick-ass as usual, loved her animal!
The witty comebacks, the strong but tender males and the action, oh my, do I love the way she has the characters acting out in their true nature and killing off the bad guys. Love It!...Can I just say that the kids were the best? Especially the dialogue between Cassidy and Willow, Lol. Please give us more of Kye, Cassidy, Willow and Sienna. They are just the best!!! Again there's a scene with Cain and Cassidy which has me wondering about those two, but we will see what Ms. Wright plans for their future. I look forward to reading more of Ms. Wright's stories and I cannot wait for her next book.

*****ARC provided through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*****

Just freaking amazing!
This author has been my favorite since she wrote her first book and I’m happy I got the opportunity to read this book. I can’t wait to read more from her!

Loved this book! It’s pace the story. The character development! We get entrenched into the mercury pack once again and it’s amazing!

First of all, I must confess, that I am an avid fan of Suzanne Wright and have enjoyed every one of the Phoenix and the Mercury pack series. (along with her other books) I would like to make it clear that this has not affected my review or rating.

This is Bracken and Madisyn’s story and what a story it was! It lived up to my high expectations that I have for Ms Wright’s work.

Bracken is part of the Mercury pack. A pack whose alphas are the surly Nick and the delightful but deadly Shaya. (that’s another story.) He has recently suffered a great loss. His whole family gunned down by the extremists that hate all shifters.

He was completely lost, until he collected Madisyn from a Shifter nightclub after she had bested by three bear shifters on a mission. Cornered her in the clubs toilets they thought they had Madisyn but they had no idea what kind of shifter she was. You don’t mess with her breed of Cat shifter.

After a brief sexy encounter that showed an intense connection he left and was struck by a car. The car was driven by the same 3 bears that had tried to attack Madisyn. As Madisyn bent over an injured Bracken, they both felt the unexpected pull that only happens between true mates.

The story develops at a fast pace with Madisyn and Bracken fighting for their safety and the protection of their mate.

As with Ms Wrights other stories in these two packs, this story follows a sort of formula, and one might expect that this makes the stories predictable. Trust me when I say that you cannot predict what will happen in this story. This intricate action packed, Shifter romance is crammed full of shocks, battles, witty banter and strong, likeable characters. I should also point out that Shifters are highly sensual so you can expect a lot of nude happiness.

You don’t mess with anyone from the Phoenix or Mercury packs and as Bracken is a member of the Mercury pack and Madisyn works at a shelter for lone shifters, that is under Phoenix pack protection. Not a good combination to take on! However, this does not stop the threats that seem to come at them from all angles.

Enough story and backstory! This was a book that from start to finish, was written with every aspect being threaded together perfectly. The fast pace and exciting and sexy story-line will keep you gripped until the very end. Suzanne Wright’s writing style is always easy to follow due to her immense writing talent and immerses you into the story.

I liken it to one of those beautiful intricate plaits that you see on perfect hair. Woven artfully together yet you can see each section and how it comes together as a finished product

Great read. Suzanne Wright just knows just how to get the right balance of sexiness, drama, love, fighting, and humor. Great story and in-depth characters. Good to see all the members too. Glad I started this series. Go Mercury Pack!

Received a copy from the publisher through NetGalley. Thanks!

I loved these characters! Madisyn is crazy and deadly (how can you not like a character referred to as a snuggly little death dealer). She is aloof and doesn’t take anything from anyone. Bracken is a legend among shifter and humans alike. After his family’s death, his handling of the extremists responsible leads others to view him with either respect or fear.

It takes awhile for them to realize they are true mates. She is reluctant at first because she doesn’t want to be accepted because they are fated to be together. He is reluctant at first because he already lost so much, but he is more accepting than she is. He is crazy possessive and protective of her.

Plenty of action taking place and their relationship is definitely hot. Glad to see that there are plans for a series with others of Madisyn’s kind. They are highly entertaining!

I just love these books, Suzanne Wright is the bomb I've been hooked since Feral sins and won't ever stop reading her stories..

Suzanne Wright never disappoints! Echoes of Fire give us the hilarious yet heartbreaking story of Madisyn and Bracken. Both crushed on each other for a long time yet both ignored it for their own reasons. An encounter with some bears makes them realize who they are to each other and has Bracken doing all he can to protect Madisyn and keep from losing her too.

I knew Madisyn's book would be a favorite, because Madisyn has given me constant hilarity through the other books. One thing I loved the most about her was her inner animal. To be so cute and innocent looking, she is one of the most feared shifter out there. Not only is she calm but vicious, she is so funny and takes no shit from anyone. She meets Bracken head on and shows him she isn't one to be trifled with. Now I thought all these other males were possessive, they have nothing on Bracken. He's beyond possessive and protective, but you can't be mad. You know it comes from a place deep inside and stems from losing his family in front of his eyes. These two together are one of my favorite couples! They are perfect for each other, and heal each other.

Suzanne Wright brings her signature snarky women and hot men together beautifully. Echoes of Fire adds so much into this beautiful family that originally started with Taryn and Trey. I'm looking forward to more and can't wait to see who is next!

Book four in the Mercury Pack series, Echoes of Fire gives us Bracken’s story. Specifically, the struggles he’s endured after tragedy struck.

Summary:
Bracken Slater is used to feeling dead inside. He’s been adrift since chaos erupted and he lost everything. He no longer finds comfort in his pack or purpose in his role as enforcer. Grief and guilt have taken over his heart and head, fueling him to seek revenge, and earning him the reputation of being a cold-hearted, unmerciful predator. And then, he gets a taste of the mating bond. Suddenly, he’s vibrating with life and vitality. He just has to convince his feisty little feline to take a chance on him. Madisyn Drake can’t fathom the truth of Bracken being her mate. She’s been alone a long time, and mostly dependent on herself. After a recent betrayal, she’s really not looking to open herself up to more hurt even if it comes in a dark, sexy package. But Bracken won’t let her ignore their connection, and deep down she doesn’t really want to either. Their bond is the only thing that can pull Bracken out of the dark hole he’s found himself in. Their mating may also be the only thing that will keep them safe when threats from both their pasts surface.

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I have fallen head over heels for Suzanne Wright’s shifter romances. From the very beginning they have peaked my curiosity, entertained me, and spiced things up. I’m always ready for the next book, and at this point, I don’t want them to come to an end. The newest in the series, Echoes of Fire wasn’t quite what I was expecting. I’ve liked Bracken from the moment he, Jesse, and Zander attached themselves to Nick. He was very different from what we’ve seen of him in past books, but the changes were understandable, and even a little expected. Here, we see a darker, edgier Bracken, forever changed by the tragedy and loss he’s suffered. His extreme intensity sort of blazes right through you. Suzanne Wright, writes some of the best heroines, and Madisyn was no different. She may be a small breed cat, but that doesn’t mean she’s not strong, feisty, and completely nuts when provoked. I liked her often blunt honesty, and even found a few laughs with some of her dialogue. As a couple, I have to be honest and say that I wouldn’t have paired them together. I’m not sure who I would have seen Madisyn with, but I always saw Bracken with Shiloh. After reading them, though, I can admit that they were perfect for each other. I was a little iffy when there was nothing between them before except a slight attraction, but then again, it gave us the chance to see their connection grow. They each gave the other what they needed without stifling who they were. Bracken was uber protective and possessive, but I loved that he slowed the pace in order to make Madisyn comfortable. And Madisyn didn’t go soft on Bracken because of his losses. In the end, this was just an okay read for me, but on the higher end of that scale. There was plenty of action, and more than one possible threat to keep us entertained. While I’m always happy to see some a$$ kicking, the romance, how it progressed, and the sexy steaminess was really my favorite part of this book. Considering past MC’s, supporting cast is always fantastic. I was surprised and pleased to see that the kids, Willow and Cassidy, had a bit more page time and they were hilarious. Both this series and the Phoenix Pack series have grown and expanded to encompass more and more new shifters. Learning about different shifters is fun and I appreciate the effect it has on the shifter dynamics and interaction. I’m really looking forward to who or what we get next. ♡

If you've read any of Suzanne Wright's shifter books before, you'll know they have a formula:
- Overprotective male
- Independent strong willed female
- Trouble always comes in twos
- That true mates bond is bound to show up sometimes (there's been only one exception)
- Caring pack and awesome family values
But as the saying goes, why fix what isn't broken, and trust me when I say this formula has been going strong for 11 books running!! It works so so well.

Madisyn was not my first choice for Bracken, To be fair, she wasn't on my radar at all, considering she's been part of the series for so long, I just thought of her as THERE. I was more looking forward to Shiloh rocking my world, but then tragedy struck Bracken's world, and the scales tipped. Shiloh just wasn't what he needed, and I loved the author for actually explicitely explaining that, and not just glossing over it because she fit another character into the story better. Madisyn and Bracken are a couple that does not work on paper, but that really fit in reality. I loved their story, loved how they helped each other heal and deal with life, and honestly, Madisyn turned out to be the most relateble character EVER!

If this is your first foray into Suzanne's books, and especially her shifter series, I strongly advise you to start from the begining because it's ont hell of a journey. I cannot wait to see what she has yet to cook up with Cain, Eli and Dominic. I'll love it in any way, shape or form!

4 Stars

I really enjoyed Madisyn and Bracken's story. I forgot all about what happened between the last book and this one, but we shortly get a mini recap through Bracken's eyes with his emotions and where he is with those emotions now.

Madisyn is a loner who works at the shelter and places other shifters to live with new clans/packs/prides what have you. She and Bracken have a sort of love hate relationship initially. They both think the other isn't interested in the other.

The whole story wasn't too bad, I enjoyed the slow build with their relationship, but also liked knowing who they were to each other.

I'm a bit disappointed in how these books are following a formula, because there is a bit less suspense since I know vaguely about when things will happen or that things will happen after a certain happy event. The first few books, when they came out, weren't very formulaic now they are and it bums me out a bit. I liked the mystery, I liked the intensity.

Madisyn and Bracken's book isn't full of complete drama or anything, and nothing stupid is keeping them apart so that was nice.

I'm not sure who is next in line for a book with Mercury Pack, but going a long while between books I forget who everyone is, and who is mated to whom, and who has what children. I think we need a family tree, a pack tree? Something either at the beginning or end of the book. Would help organize who is who. Even though I've read the books I still don't remember who is mated and who isn't.

Overall I did enjoy this latest edition to the series and I look forward to the next book in the series whether that's Mercury Pack or Phoenix Pack I love them all.

<i> This review is mine and mine alone, thank you to the publisher, author and Netgalley for providing me with a copy of this book for free.</i>