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Review: Cry Sanctuary by Moira Rogers

April 6, 2010 by Mandi 18 Comments

Cover ImageCry Sanctuary by Moira Rogers (Red Rock Pass #1) 
October 21, 2008
Paranormal Romance
E-Book and Print (See Note)
Samhain
Reviewed by Mandi


Note: Cry Sanctuary and the second book, Sanctuary Lost available today in the print book, “Sanctuary.”


Why I read: I really enjoy Moira Roger’s Southern Arcana series and wanted to try more from these authors.


Favorite Quote: “If you blow up my woman, I will end you.”


Favorite Quote #2: She bit off a curse and turned abruptly, her nails digging into her palms. “You’re mine,” she told him softly.
The door slammed shut.

Dylan Gennaro and Abby Adler are on the run from their violent alpha, Alan Matthews. Alan turned Abby against her will a month ago, and treats women very badly. Although Abby is more of an alpha wolf and Dylan is much more submissive, he knows he needs to get her out of this cruel pack. Near by is Red Rock Sanctuary, a pack led by Gavin and his mate Samantha. They take in runaways from these packs that have violent out of control alphas. They get word Dylan is on his way, but it starts to get late. Gavin sends one of his alpha wolves, Keith to investigate. Keith is an alpha in the pack and has spent years fighting in the wars against the wizards, so he is good in these situations. Keith discovers Abby and Dylan on the side of the road, fighting off a couple of Alan’s wolves sent to bring them back. After Keith shoots them all (Did I mention he is lethal?) he escorts them safely to Red Rock.

They are welcomed and given a safe place to stay. One of the first rules Gavin has is all new wolves need a Guide, someone to lead new wolves through the first couple of months. Not only teaching them the basics of being a shifter, but the bond usually goes much more intimate than that. At the end of the Guide period, the couple can choose to go their separate ways or sometimes feelings have developed and they stay together to explore their relationship.

As soon as Abby and Keith meet, their wolves immediately take notice of each other. Their human sides are also very attracted. Abby has to be the one to choose the Guide, and not forced into the decision. Keith with an overwhelming protectiveness needs Abby to choose him, but being the gentleman he lets her have time to adjust and look over her options. Abby knows he is the one, and when the sexual tension is about ready to burst, she agrees and the first lesson he teaches her is in the bedroom. But the fun ends when Abby gets a picture of her sister, who has been kidnapped by Alan. With Keith’s help, they race to save her.


Cry Sanctuary is full of alpha male goodness. The moment Keith, or I should say his wolf sees Abby, that is it for him. He goes into growly, overprotective mode. He stalks around, on edge, being a perfect gentlemen towards Abby, but letting everyone know she is off limits. Years ago, he lost a lover, and the raw emotions from that relationship coupled with his alpha status, make for a very intense male. He sees being her Guide as an honor, and the thought of any other male near her makes him almost lose control.

Abby also exudes alpha status, and although she is terrified and confused by her new life, she is a tough cookie. She accepts Keith from the beginning. I like that they never refuse or deny their attraction. When they come together, two powerful wolves in the bedroom, it’s a smexy overload. Abby feels guilty for having these strong feelings for Keith and for wanting him sexually at the same time as having him for her Guide. It takes prodding from both Keith and some friends to convince her Keith wants the same thing.

We also meet the other wolves of Red Rock. Leaders Gavin and Samantha run a tight ship but are very warm. Joe, Keith’s friend stays his friend after he realizes Abby is off limits and provides some very sarcastic comments. Abby’s friend Dylan, who is more submissive gets a book in this series and I can’t wait to see what they do with his character. I sometimes thought all the residents of Red Rock, or at least the ones we meet are a little too perfect. Everyone is so nice and welcoming but you can argue Gavin is a strict alpha and doesn’t let anyone get out of line. This book is also on the shorter side so we don’t get a lot of background into the war with the wizards but there are several more books to the series and I’m looking forward to reading more about this group. Although there is a satisfying ending, there is much left to explore.


Cry Sanctuary is a action filled paranormal romance, with plenty of alpha action to steam up the pages.


Rating: 4/5

Recent Reviews:
Book Binge – 4/5
Fantasy Dreamer’s Ramblings – Recommends
Dark Diva Reviews – 4.5/5
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  1. Tori aka @ggs_closet says

    April 6, 2010 at 2:38 pm

    I have to read this series.
    Great review.

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  2. Heather (DarklyReading) says

    April 6, 2010 at 2:58 pm

    I loved this book! Keith is such a great alpha male..yum! Though I really love book 3 with Dylan too – he's not alpha but he's still yum ;)

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  3. Tahereh says

    April 6, 2010 at 3:10 pm

    ahahaha you have one hell of a blog!!

    also: your bio??? MIDDLE SCHOOL SWEETHEART?!!?

    SO.
    ADORABLE.

    love it.

    thanks for sharing your review!!

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  4. Fiction Vixen says

    April 6, 2010 at 3:28 pm

    The Sanctuary series is one of my favs. I love Moira Rogers alphas, they are so sexy and well…alpha. But they never cross the line into ass mode. Nice review, I'm glad you liked it. Now go read the rest!

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  5. Blodeuedd says

    April 6, 2010 at 4:06 pm

    You had me at alpha action, I think that sums up why I would want this ;)

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  6. Erotic Horizon says

    April 6, 2010 at 4:32 pm

    I thought this was a smashing shifter book – WOW on the alphaness

    E.H>

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  7. Laurie (BittenbyParanormalRomance) says

    April 6, 2010 at 4:50 pm

    I haven't hear of this one. I will have to add this one to my TBR pile.

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  8. Lea says

    April 6, 2010 at 8:56 pm

    Great review as always Mandi! This sounds like a great read.

    Thanks for the heads up.

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  9. Emme Toaye says

    April 6, 2010 at 8:56 pm

    Great review and with just a hint of hunky alpha maleness seduction makes it a must, must read to the nth.

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  10. Tricia says

    April 6, 2010 at 9:59 pm

    Yeah, love me some alpha male! I'll definitely be picking this up soon. Great Review!

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  11. Cecile says

    April 6, 2010 at 11:35 pm

    great review hon! i have this series on my tbb list for as soon as possible!
    and you know i love alll kinda alpha goodies!!!!
    thanks for sharing!

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  12. Queen of Romance says

    April 7, 2010 at 1:49 am

    Fantastic Review!!! I am excited to start reading this series!!! Sounds intense!!!

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  13. The Queen B says

    April 7, 2010 at 3:51 am

    LOL, great review. I love when two tough ppl know they want each other and own it. It makes for some hot times ;)

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  14. Tabitha says

    April 7, 2010 at 8:14 am

    I'm in a paranormal mood lately. This sounds really good. I just ordered a stack of books from online now I have to wait to get this. I want!

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  15. orannia says

    April 7, 2010 at 9:22 pm

    I haven't heard about this series, but it does sound interesting. Must investigate :)

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