Curse of the Alpha: Episodes 5 & 6: A Tarker's Hollow Serial

By: Tasha Black

Narrated by: Addison Spear

Length: 3 hrs and 13 mins

Publisher's summary

The Curse of the Alpha series:

Ainsley Connor is determined to turn her back on her shifter past.

But the wolves of Tarker's Hollow call on her to choose the next alpha, and Ainsley becomes the object of desire for every eligible wolf in the quiet college town.

Surrounded by seductive shifters, all desperate to claim her, Ainsley wants nothing more than to leave the pack behind forever. But her newfound passions will not be ignored.

Ainsley soon finds herself torn between the mysterious stranger with the dark secret, the gorgeous and loyal friend from her past, and the hunky sheriff that wants her all to himself.

And the shifters aren't even the strangest part of Tarker's Hollow.

As she struggles to come to terms with her true nature, Ainsley is thrust into the center of a steamy web of shifters, ghosts, witches and warlocks, caught up in a life-and-death struggle for control of the pack she tried to abandon.

But for Ainsley Connor, the toughest wolf she must face might just be the one inside herself.

A continuing story:

Curse of the Alpha is told in six installments, or episodes, like a TV show. Each episode contains a cliffhanger to entice the listener to tune in for the next one. If you're not a fan of the serial format, all six episodes are also available in a complete bundle!

In Episode 5:

Ainsley makes a powerful enemy. Mysteries are solved and secrets uncovered. How will the pack react when the new alpha is drawn?

In Episode 6:

Ainsley must master her true nature to bring balance to the pack. Will she be able to harness her powers in time to defend the ones she loves?

©2014 13th Story Press (P)2015 13th Story Press

I LOVE THIS SERIES

This is the third book in the Tarker’s Hollow series. They do need to be read in the order of release, as this is a continuing serial.

I think my exact words at the end of the book were, “What, no! Now I need the next book, STAT!!” (And I’m not even in the medical field, so stat is not a common term for me.) This is the end of book 1, released in six parts / three audio files, but it is definitely not the end of the series and there is no doubt of that.

Now, what did I think of episodes five and six? They were jaw dropping! Do not think for one minute that you will have anything all figured out. Okay, maybe a few things, it is a werewolf romance after all.

I finally love Ainsley and I love how this has worked out so far. I am jumping up and down to grab the next book – also released in six parts/ three audios (so there will be three reviews). As long as Tasha Black keeps writing them, I’ll keep reading/listening to them.

Narration: Addison Spear is a wonderful narrator. There were two places in the production where a sentence was repeated, but other than that, I found no blatant technical errors.

Note: While I received this book as a gifted audiobook copy, my opinions are my own and are given freely.


Title: CURSE OF THE ALPHA, EPISODE 5&6
Series: Tarker’s Hollow #1c
Category /Genre: Paranormal Romance
Recommended for: 18+ due to sexual content
Listenability: NSFW
Received from: Tasha Black (as an Audible gifted copy)

Shifter Life

Love this story line, can't wait to get to next parts. Will hate when its over

The Alpha is drawn!

What made the experience of listening to Curse of the Alpha: Episodes 5 & 6: A Tarker's Hollow Serial the most enjoyable?

Storyline flows easily and characters are lively.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Curse of the Alpha: Episodes 5 & 6: A Tarker's Hollow Serial?

Hidden in their childhood cave Eric & Ainsley come to understand each other better.

Have you listened to any of Addison Spear’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

just the previous in this series.

Wow

If you could sum up Curse of the Alpha: Episodes 5 & 6: A Tarker's Hollow Serial in three words, what would they be?

Best book ever

What did you like best about this story?

How it ended you are left felling like she was happy

What does Addison Spear bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

The characters all had a different voice and dynamic

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I cried when it ended I want it to never end

So Good!

Loved this entire storyline. Listened to the entire thing on audible.com. I would highly recommend it if you're into paranormal romance and sexy shifters! So good!

The final confrontation? Totally worth every sec..

Where does Curse of the Alpha: Episodes 5 & 6: A Tarker's Hollow Serial rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Definitely one of the top audiobooks.

What did you like best about this story?

Although many people may disagree, I love that the series ended on a cliffhanger. This audiobook was action-packed and full of excitement.

Which character – as performed by Addison Spear – was your favorite?

Ainsley through and through

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Absolutely and I did just that!

Any additional comments?

I received this book in exchange for an honest review. May contain mild spoilers.

Oh my goodness. There really isn't much that I can say that won't spoil the final 2 books but I will say this Episode 6 contains the final confrontation. Or does it?

Episode 5 focused on the choosing of the Alpha. I was shocked by the Alpha that was actually chosen. It makes total sense but I can say that I really didn't expect that it would happen. So happy that it did though.

Episode 6 focuses on Ainsley and her bada$$ness. She is so smart and outwits the best of them. This episode contains the final battle however you later find out that it is not actually the final confrontation and that there is so much more to come. Can I just say Julian what?!?

Without a doubt I loved this series. I can't wait to start on Fate of the Alpha as I know I'm going to enjoy it just as much!

Great

OMG!! The twists in this book were awesome, Tasha Black did an awesome job with this story. The entire series held my attention.

Wonderful books

I was impress with these stories. The combination of wolf love and magic. Plz continue with this storytelling.

Tarker's Hollow Series is awesome!

I love Ainsley Conner and all of the Tarker's Hollow wolves! Ainsley goes through some major transformations in this part of the serial. Finally uncovering the truth of what happened to make her run far away from Tarker's Hollow and her destiny, she decides it is time to take her rightful place. Great cliff hanger at the end, leaves me to hope for more to come in Tarker's Hollow!

Big Surprises and Satisfaction

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, this book has danger, excitement, and mystery making it an excellent read.I highly recommend it.

Who was your favorite character and why?

The lead is my favorite because she is determined and makes her own future despite others trying to tell her what she has to do.

Which scene was your favorite?

The moment the true alpha is revealed.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I didn't have an extreme reaction but there were moments that made me giddy or gasp in surprise.

Any additional comments?

There are many twists in this series but it helps to neatly balance the adult content. Yes, wolves are lusty and it's to be expected young unattached wolves are going to enjoy themselves I just find this series drawing me in with the story line and characters more than anything else. The characters keeping growing and maturing with each new development in their world and the way the curve balls keep coming kept me hooked on every word.