Winter Lost

A Mercy Thompson Novel, Book 14

By: Patricia Briggs

Narrated by: Lorelei King

THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!

Mercy Thompson, car mechanic and shapeshifter, must stop a disaster of world-shattering proportions in this exhilarating entry in the #1 New York Times bestselling series.

In the supernatural realms, there are creatures who belong to winter. I am not one of them. But like the coyote I can become at will, I am adaptable.

My name is Mercy Thompson Hauptman, and my mate, Adam, is the werewolf who leads the Columbia Basin Pack, the pack charged with keeping the people who live and work in the Tri-Cities of Washington State safe. It’s a hard job, and it doesn’t leave much room for side quests. Which is why when I needed to travel to Montana to help my brother, I intended to go by myself.

But I’m not alone anymore.

Together, Adam and I find ourselves trapped with strangers in a lodge in the heart of the wilderness, in the teeth of a storm of legendary power, only to discover my brother’s issues are a tiny part of a problem much bigger than we could have imagined. Arcane and ancient magics are at work that could, unless we are very careful, bring about the end of the world. . . .

©2024 Patricia Briggs (P)2024 Penguin Audio

As always

Patricia Briggs doesn't disappoint. I started this series when Iron Kissed was released and have followed to the Alpha and Omega series and all the novellas. When someone asks for a book recommendation, I instantly tell them about Mercy's world. I absolutely love the character growth we have seen and I'm loving how we are getting multiple POVs throughout the books now. It's hard to say too much without giving spoilers but Mercy has changed so much since the beginning of this series and it has been fantastic to read. She did some things in this book that I don't think the Mercy from River Marked would have been able to do. She has adapted and hardened to be what she needs to be to protect her family. Adam has also changed and gives her what she needs to be able to not feel so suffocated but there when she needs him. I did read some other reviews that complained about the "political" things that were put in the book but I don't see what the difference between putting what Patricia did in this book is any different than any of the others she has; in this book I would compare it to Adam being as accepting of his new hire as he is of Warren. It doesn't take away from the story in any way. If anything, it shows more of Adam's depth of character and how he is so different than a lot of the older wolves. I didn't buy the book yet, just the audio and as always Lorelei did a fantastic job. She makes me forget I'm even listening to it instead of reading myself and submerses me in the story.

Another great needed, still mid, story

I love ALL of Mercy’s books, obsessed! But some (like this) feel like a story that needs to be told to fill issues that otherwise would be gaps in the WOW books that focus on important matters. Patricia has created so many amazing and intriguing characters that she will need a lifetime to fulfill our curiosity and need for continuity rather than wrap ups. Thanks to both Patricia and Lorelei.

Another winner

At first I had a hard time following this one. But once I figured out the method I really enjoyed the mystery of it all. I’m REALLY glad they had Lorelei King do all of the narrating instead of having the male voice we’ve had before. I think it wild have ruined it for me. Another great story in the Mercy verse. 💜

fabulous

I really really really enjoyed this, I have read all her books everyone she has written, now the long wait for the next one! thank you

Mercy is loved

I love the insights in this story and it shows just how much Mercy is loved from Adam to coyote to Z

Long time fan, but this is a new level

If you’ve made it this far in the series, there is obviously something that you like.

I think this book is the start of many of our favorite side characters growing up and getting their own plots. The way so much was going on was surprising and engaging. It didn’t feel like “just another adventure” it felt like stepping into deeper water.

Loved it and excited for the future!

Always Amazing!

Love Mercy even more. This books makes you more invested in new characters and leaves you wanting more!

Overall it was okay

Her last 2 books have been alright, but that doesn’t mean I didn’t enjoy this one. I felt like it lacked something to make it more interesting but the overall story was interesting and characters were great. I enjoy how we get snippets of stories and memories of other times through their life’s. And the book covers are getting more better ! This book cover so far is my favorite.

love the story line and introduction of new interesting people.

Didn't care for switching back and forth from main storyline to other people's stories, where I enjoy them just didn't care for it.

These stories always keep me guessing and on the edge of my seat with creative additions.

I love the complex connections and easy bonds of so many of the characters. I've grown to care deeply about them all. Lorelei King brings each one to life in such a way that I can see them through her many choices. This world created by Patricia Briggs continues to grow in diversity, complexity. magic, and love. it's such a pleasure to about every word.