Review: Welcome to the Neighborhood – Mary Abshire

Sparks fly under the full moon in paranormal suburbia.

Vampire Alexandria Cartwright believes she’s found the perfect home in paranormal suburbia. An independent young woman and professional financial adviser, Alexi needs help from no man, human or paranormal. Until burglars break into her house and steal her most valuable possession–one which could lead to her demise.

Werewolf Gregory Holmes is instantly attracted to his new neighbor and wants nothing more than to protect her from any who would seek to harm her. Helping Alexi recover her stolen safe seems to be the perfect opportunity to show her how he feels.

Centuries of experience have shown Alexi all men are greedy pigs who only think with the brain below their belt. But as Greg comes to her aid repeatedly, she wonders if he’s the real deal. Can she overcome her loathing for men? Can Greg break through the wall she’s built to show her the meaning of love?

Series: Midnight Gardens #1
Release Date: August 5, 2013
Publisher: Lyrical Press
Source: Book Monster Promotions
Reviewer: Elizabeth
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Reviewer’s Thoughts

This was lovely and unique paranormal story. Looking at the cover though, I didn’t realize it was a paranormal read. I really liked the idea of a paranormal housing community. I thought it was hilarious when all the paranormal creatures decided to reveal themselves and the humans thought they were using special effects!

I enjoyed the plot and I loved the characters. Alexi is a headstrong, I-don’t-need-a-man vampire who ends up falling for a very hunky werewolf who believes that chivalry isn’t dead! The love scenes were pretty steamy and I found myself laughing out loud throughout the entire book. I thought the secondary characters were funny, well-written and supported the primary characters nicely.

This was my first book by Mary Abshire and I really enjoyed it. I’m looking forward to finding out more about the other neighbors in Midnight Gardens and catching up with Alexi and Greg. Good, solid read!