Tonyw94

You a**hole. You beautifully talented a**hole. I figured this would happen after yesterday’s chapter, but nothing can prepare you for the pain you have expertly written. Having David be such a cornerstone since the beginning of this saga, you’ve made him real. Losing him feels just like losing my grandparents all over again, like I was one of the boys sitting in the principals office being told right along with them. For that I commend you. I can count the number of authors that have made me just FEEL their stories this completely on two hands, and I’ve had an addiction to reading since elementary school so there’s hundreds of thousands to a million books, novels and stories I’ve taken in. With pain in my heart and soul, I anxiously await the next chapter.

While this sucks, the circumstances not the chapter, I get it. To save everyone from the worst possible outcome, sacrifices were needed. While I, like everyone out there I’m sure, wanted it to end with Vincent coming out of it with Affinities in tact, and everything hunky dory, this makes more sense to me. As Ter...ahem…Erik stated, “War is Hell”. No one comes out unaffected and even in a world of magic, shifters, and Actual Gods, this is one of the most realistic outcomes in my opinion. We were warned last chapter that the loophole wasn’t a “happy” outcome, but the best of what could be managed. Could this all be a “What if?” Scenario? Of course! Would I be upset if it wasn’t? Absolutely not!!! Unless there’s just a full sup with this chapter, it appears there’s so at least one more chapter since the story still says in process and not completed, and sharp turns have been made in the past. All might not be all it seams, or it is exactly as it should be, either way, great chapter, and as always I look forward to the next one

GET BACK HERE!!!! I NEED TO KNOW!!!!! Seriously though, can’t wait to see what happens next

Yet again, another amazing chapter. A little disappointing that no one else challenged Vincent at the Summit, especially since he hasn’t had his fight with Cyrus yet, but it was a great lesson to teach his wolf that there’s more to it than brute strength and power. While we’ve always know that OCP is very welcoming to those who need help, it’s still heartwarming to see how welcoming and helpful they are towards Heather and what’s going on with the Vampire population in Mesker. It can also be one of the situations that shows Vincent and Mace that they chose right with Remis, Ashford and Bartlett as leaders of the territory. While that’s never been a point of contention with them, it’s still good to see you made the right choice. I’ll be honest, I wasn’t surprised that Dirk and Ingle are Mates. I’ve enjoyed their friendship since Dirk has moved to OCP. While this bond wasn’t there at the time, I had my suspicions after Vincent’s talk with Aliz, especially how his Destiny hasn’t “come to fruition” yet and I’m glad he gets this second chance after having to do something that goes against the very nature of every Shifter. I hope they are able to be happy about the new bond, I think they could really help each other heal after everything that’s happened. Bare with me, it’s a long comment lol, but just one more thing I’m curious about, especially with another of band of characters being touched by the Gods. As far as I can recall from my….ahem maybe multiple rereadings of these stories (don’t judge me)….. there was only one mention of this in a passing comment from Stefan years ago, but could we possibly see Vincent, or now Dirk, possibly inherit another Affinity, one that appears to be even rarer than the Shadow Affinity? Or maybe I’m reading too much into a throw away comment from our Loathed Antagonist? Can’t wait to find out either way. Thanks again for yet another amazing chapter to a story I’m constantly waiting on the edge of my seat for every update.

I absolutely love these streams of peaceful chapters filled with just wholesome development as much as I love the action packed chapters. I’m also anxious to see if my theory from the beginning about Cyn’s antlers floats or sinks haha. Maybe Cyn finding his mate in Shea and his own place in the pack will result in his Buck no longer being the “runt of the herd” so to speak. Not that’s there’s anything wrong with him being a 6 point Buck, but I would love to see that change with all the self confidence and peace that Cyn has been able to find and accept. If pack position changes/promotions can alter a Lucan’s disposition, I like to think it’s a possibility for Cyn. Regardless, this is your story and I’ll happily read, and reread, and REREAD every chapter again and again. Keep this amazing story coming…please!!!

Believe me, these aren’t the first chapters to do that to me, nor is it the only Series you’ve written, I’m just as emotionally invested in Cernunos lol. I, like I’m sure many of the readers, have connected with your characters. You’ve hit beats with aspects of many of them that I’ve felt personal emotional reactions towards, which just draws me more and more into your writing and your worlds. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of it

I haven’t written a comment in a while, but I’ve been anxiously waiting chapter after chapter for the continuation of the magic I’ve fallen in love with. I’ve reread every chapter of the “In the Shadows” series more times than I should probably admit, but I’m not ashamed in the slightest haha but these last two chapters have cemented their spots as in my list of top favorite chapters Included Vincent’s Mage Dance, The first family dinner where Vince realized he’s part of a family, Bond Completion. Then now these chapters that have really opened up Cyrus’ trauma and Kaplan’s’ ability to show him that though the events were horrible and could have consumed and destroyed anyone else, Cyrus and his Bear took all that pain and suffering and put it into drive and determination to make sure it doesn’t ever happen to anyone else. I’ve cried my eyes out as we’ve gotten Cyrus’ story over the chapters he told It, and to see that culminate in his public declaration of Kaplan as his mate this chapter had the tears flowing and my heart soaring. Can’t wait to see what’s next. Keep up the amazing work you do. 💙

*calm Breaths....Calm Breaths* First off, I hate you in the most loving and respectful way. Saw this update around 1:30am my time, read it, had a huge surge of emotions, and promptly passed out. I had a feeling something like this was going to happen as stated in a previous comment, but that still doesn’t prepare for the torrent of rage and suspenseful anxiety when it happens. Bravo yet again on another amazing chapter, and if I hadn’t already seen that you have the next being edited as we speak, I seriously would have contemplated kidnapping and chaining you to a desk with your preferred method of writing in a very Stephen King’s Misery-esque scenario.

While very true, I think we also need to note that anything is possible and things can change. For instance, I have a feeling that Cyn won’t always be a Six Point Buck. There was a major emphasis on his antlers when they were originally brought up and I think that with his comfort with the park only growing and being mated, maybe a premature statement right now but I’ll stick with it, to the park enforcer his Buck might have that needed motivation to be a stronger projector than when he just had thoughts of mating a stronger buck. All speculation though

Well I’m gonna need a minute to process that second half. Really wasn’t expecting that darkness lol. But you’ve done an amazing thing by flushing out Eike as the villain he is. Up until this point he could have just been a Lycan traditionalist who was pissed about things changing and messing up the food chain/hierarchy he’s accustomed to. But now, you’ve given him character. He’s charming and charismatic, and while he may seem a bit arrogant, this is just his introduction, who knows what’s going on in that conniving brain of his, especially if he knows he’s got nothing to lose. Well done on yet another amazing chapter, even though this one has me needing a definite serotonin boost.

Well that was a slap to my theories lol I thought they were in the same world setting. Must have missed that if it was explained. Either way, still super excited

I’m wondering as well if it’s him being around the pack, sheamus’ new status and the very obvious mate bond forming between the two. Those that read or are reading The In the Shadows books get the glimpse of True Mate bonds, while this might not be the same, something magically beyond the norm is happening here haha. I’m also interested to see what Cernunos mating traditions are. We know what Wolves and Bears matings involve, but we’ve yet to see any of the non predator Shifters and their traditions beyond what’s been said/thought by Cyn. Another great chapter. Can’t wait for more

Yet another amazing chapter for one of my favorite series. I’m loving getting the different aspects of the story from all the characters from the budding relationship of Kaplan and Cyrus which is truly beautiful to see, or Dave and Stacey taking a steps in theirs. That statement just gets my brain going about how that transfer of information will go. Is Dave going to get to calmly bring her into the fold? Or is something going to force that conversation to be had earlier than anticipated? Either way I’m eagerly, and not at all calmly, waiting for the next chapter.

You’re the reason I hate finding new stories to read haha. Get caught up and then it’s constant checking for updates. Love this series as well as your others. Keep it up