This is book 1 in Matt Sarafini’s Feral series.

Feral is right. I enjoyed the world building with this one, right from the opening dinner scene. Told from various perspectives there’s not only horror, but mystery, suspense, and action sprinkled with a bit of levity as well. Sarafini also weaves friendship and love (who knew I could be as invested in a werewolf courtship outside shifter romance genre?) - but make no mistake this is firmly horror.

Once Jack realizes something is very wrong at The Big East resort he tries to help. Unfortunately he places his trust in the wrong people, many of whom aren’t who they seem. As his friends turn he has to decide between friendship and survival.

I loved this huge cast of characters, and yes, even some of the antagonists. Everyday people, werewolves, and Monster hunters converge. There’s no clear winners and losers. While this is a complete and enjoyable story, there are some loose ends that tease book 2, Devil’s Row.

Narration:
Matt Godfrey is perfect for this kind of story. He’s wonderful at the voices, emotions, and invoking the nuances of Serafini’s writing. I love the personality he brings to all the characters. Great listen.


CW:
sexual assault & continued pursuit of young woman by her father, graphic abortion scene,