Broods of Fenrir

By Coral Alejandra Moore

Shapeshifter Brand Geirson was raised to rule the Broods of Fenrir, but he refused his birthright. Instead, he killed their brutal leader–his own father–and walked away.

For hundreds of years he’s avoided brood society, until a werewolf kills an innocent human woman and Brand finds himself dragged back into the violent politics of the shapeshifters. When the two brood women who mean the most to him come under threat, he must take up the throne and risk becoming the kind of vicious bastard his father was, or let the broods descend further into chaos–taking the friend he swore to protect and his lover with them.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Coral Alejandra Moore
• Release date: Nov 19, 2011
• ISBN: 9781465913845

Coral Alejandra Moore

Coral Alejandra Moore writes character driven stories of connection and triumph. All of her books are kissing books. Currently she lives in the beautiful state of Washington with the love of her life and a dangerously smart Catahoula Leopard Dog where she rides motorcycles, raises chickens, and drinks all the coffee. Find her online at: coralmoore.com

Reviews for Broods of Fenrir

[demonite93 · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

All I can say is Eh. The story moved quickly enough but it didn't seem like there was a whole lot of substance. I think if the author slowed it down and really explained the the mythology and back story it would've been a lot more entertaining for me.

[roadway2000_1 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Very good reading. Plenty of action and still lots of interpersonal feelings. Very descriptive and fast moving story. If you enjoy paranormal shiftchangers, this is a book for you.

[bella55075 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Werewolves, love and action who could ask for anything more. I read this book in a day. I couldn't put it down. I loved the character of Alice. She reminded me of a werewolf version of Melonie from Gone with the Wind. Brand wants nothing to do with his family. He doesnt agree with the treatment of the others in his families brood. Because of this, he gives up his right to be King after he kills his father. But will he have to be King to save the ones he loves?

[tavaresden · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

This is a story about Brand, an alpha werewolf who doesn't want to lead. He ran away from his throne for hundreds of years but when the two women who are part of his brood are endangered, he'll have to finally stand and fight.Brand makes a very interesting main character since he is fighting against the world as well as his own inner beast. He's still a bit too perfect and self-sacrificing for my tastes (reminds me of Edward from Twilight) but other readers might enjoy reading about him. One thing I disliked was how it feels like there is no one "actively moving". As in, Brand is just waiting for trouble to come instead of doing something. I know that he's established as a guy who likes to run away but it just doesn't seem right, with his personality. Overall, an interesting book that fans of werewolves might like. There's action and quite a few racy scenes as well! Not for children.

[superphoenix_1 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I found this book to be interesting. It is unlike the usual werewolf/ shape-shifter saga that you generally get to read. The complexity of the life of Brand and the rules and customs that bind his people, is overwhelming and yet engaging. One tends to get immersed in the plot. A well written book.

[thebooknerd · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

This is a very enjoyable, well-written book. There is some serious talent here, and I look forward to future offerings from this author. Coral Moore has created some great characters, each fully developed with a strong and intriguing personality of their own. I'm not even a big fan of werewolf books -- too often I find them obnoxious and overdone. I do commend this author, though, for writing convincing werewolves without overwhelming the story with their wolfishness. My only complaint would be that the pace of the story went along so quickly that I reached the end too soon. Not saying that anything was short-changed or underwritten; there's a satisfying sense of completion, and there are no boring lags in the plot. Yet, I would have liked things drawn out just a little more -- or more accurate to say, I wanted to read more of this story.

[twylyghtbay · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I enjoyed reading this book. I wish it was longer or part off a series. The characters are interesting and the story is fast paced. Brand is a strong, fair-minded leader who will be a great king with the right support and structure. Dagny has suffered agonies in her past. She has to have the strength to rebuild her life and possibly provide support to Brand. Coral Moore's characters in Broods Of Fenrir are either made stronger by torture, abuse and loss or are driven insane. There are an overwhelming number of problems that must be conquered and controlled. Hopefully, Brand and Dagny have a bright future together

[magelet87 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is a great book. Coral Moore writes a mean werewolf story. This book is about Brand, a five hundred year old werewolf who is a loner. He rejects ruling the broods because he doesn't want to become his father. When two of his friends are in danger, can he step up to what is truly his, and protect them?

[vmpgirl · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I am a huge fan of any paranormal romance and this book is definitely worth reading. I did find the book to lag a little in the middle, but it picked up again pretty quickly. Overall it was an excellent book.

[pawood17 · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Broods of Fenrir was an enjoyable read, but it was a little difficult to get started. The prologue was helpful in explaining the main characters motivation, but there was a lack of character development for many of the main characters. However, if you can hang in there past the first few chapters where it seems disjointed, the story is good and the underlying theme of treating others with respect is well done.

[druidgirl_1 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

If you enjoy paranormal shape-shifters than you should read this novel. This author has made the storyline so believable that you almost believe they exist in the world.There is murder, love, and battles throughout the story. If you love werewolves then this is the read for you.

[falcon124_1 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

An enjoyable read that had me hooked from start to finish, travelling through the various plots that were unfolding, running together & merging towards the conclusion. With an interesting approach to the roles & rules of wolf packs and overtones of vampirism in their use of blood to bond & play, the book presents a new look at lycans that's well worth considering.

[rottie_1 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

It was an interesting book to read with a lot of action to keep you wanting to read more. Hard to put down the book down wanted to keep reading it until I was done to see how it was going to end. It had a lot of violence and fantasy with the shape shifters involved. Makes it read like they are real and in the world today. It is another version of the age old werewolf mystery of old.I would recommend this to others to read.

[proserpine_craving · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I don't know how to bring or even start my review about this story, I've been drew by the cover (again) and look at these eyes, they are kind of scary, no? Anyway, while I was reading this book, I really past over all kind of feelings... At first I was thrilled to read it, (the blurb seems to be good) but when I first start to read the prologue I was thinking to myself what kind of book is this??? The story is really interesting even if it's no something we never read about: Brand's (the main character) supposed to be king of his Broods but he never accepted the kind of life and rules his Broods was living on,(like, forever). So he decided to leave and live by his own. As you can guess, Brand will have no choice to come back and fight to claim what should be his. Typical, but not the least!This book is one of the most violent story I read so far! My Gosh even in the prologue, the reader will rapidly understand what kind of society Brand was living in and why he left. The battle between the males are atroce. I sometime had to put the book down to be able to continue my reading. The one thing I hate in this story was the fact the story is writen in our time, but still, the female are treated savagely. In Broods of Fenrir, female are treat like things that can only procreate, blood/sexual slaves and at best, part of treat between Broods and be exchange (hoping to be in a better Broods). They are weak and lower beings!!! Brand didn't accept that kind of life and want to make it better (in a way).I really liked to read about Brand, as the main character. There is no enough male main characters in PNR books and Brand was a great, handsome, and caring character. He's one of the few people who want to do the right thing and make the change for the best. But also, he won't back down and he will fight until the end to protect the one he cares about. Just like a big brother who came to the rescue. Dagny and Alice are two different female characters, but they are both charming in they way. Brand will encounter and save Alice's life. Since she's a weak shifter, Brand will take care of her and bring her into good Broods. She's lovely and always think about others. I thought they will be great together as a couple. Dagny's the savage beauty that can kick-ass, even if she's a female. She's fiercer and stronger then many males of the Broods. She's an intelligent women and could probably get everything she wanted if she wasn't just a low female in the males brains! She's also a surprising character but I won't tell you more!Even if the story is deja vu, the plot and action are great, the great pace keep the reader hooked. Well writen with much details I appreciated the style of the author: Coral Moore. I really like to read this one, although the plot is not only on the political and violent society of the Broods, the characters will have to take down new enemies. I didn't know the author before I apply to get my hand on this book. The author did a great job with this story, I always wanted to know more and what would happens to Brand. Coral Moore had also written Feral Attraction (Eric story). I recommend this book to every Shapeshifters and Paranormal Romance readers!

[vampiregirl76 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Brand Geirson has been running away from his past and his destiny ever since he killed his brutal father. But with his loved ones in danger, he must come back to his past and the throne - if he expects his world to survive.A riveting tale. I found lead character Brand to be fascinating. Not your average Alpha - but a delight all the same. The beautiful cover made me eager to read this one and find out more about Brand. Broods of Fenrir is an intense, fast moving story. The shapeshifters here seem to be more vicious than other wolves I've read about. I loved that these wolves are rooted in Norse Mythology. Ms. Moore's writing is smooth and engaging. Wolf and Norse fans alike should give this one a try.

[dragonlibrary8 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

My thoughts: Wonderfully written. This is a story of loss and fear, anger, violence, and injustice; but it is also a story of hope, friendship, loyalty, courage and love. Emotionally gripping and almost impossible to put down. The characters are carefully created and drive the story, compelling the reader to turn the pages. I found myself so invested into the emotions and situations of Coral Moore's amazing characters that I was drawn completely into the story, laughing and crying with the characters as their lives were unfolding. I am torn as to who is my favorite character. Brand is tormented by guilt from his past combined with both fear of and desire for what the future holds for him and his kind. His sheer will to protect and improve the lives of the wolves is astonishing; and his willpower puts most to shame. Dagny is...wow, what can a person say about her? She is incredible. Her spirit is unbreakable. She is the perfect match for Brand. Alice is one of the most powerful characters in the book. Gunni too, talk about courage!Coral Moore has written a well paced, superbly woven tale that brings the reader to the very edge of that emotional cliff. She has filled it with a thought provoking story, led by powerful characters. Although the ending brings completion to issues and satisfaction to the conflicts, I was left wanting more...more pages! It ended before I was ready to walk away from the characters. So I plan to read everything else I can by Coral Moore, especially if it's about the Broods of Fenrir.

[mnm123_1 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I love the supernatural, and ware wolves are one of my favorites. I enjoyed reading this book. The characters are likable and it was easy to connect with them. I am looking forward to reading the next book in the series.

[crazy_bunny_lady · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Wonderfully written book. I look forward to reading more of her books!

[fictionalcandy · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

For some reason, I was concerned I wouldn’t like this book. I have no idea why. The synopsis is great, the cover is hot. It was a great book. Brand Geirson is a werewolf. And for his “day job” he is a security guard. He has basically severed many ties with the packs, which in this book are broods. He has a few close friends, and that’s about it. He’s a loner. And, by all rights, he should be king. Yep, king. So this story starts with Brand being called to a homicide scene. The woman has clearly been bitten by a werewolf. This starts the series of events that lead to a completely powerful and beautiful story. Power. It’s a strange thing. If anyone knows me, they know I like to read about werewolves. They are nearly my favorite, and some days they are absolutely my favorite. I like to read about the ever present alpha male. ahem, Alpha Male. I think the Alpha Male is such an interesting character. He’s the strongest, the smartest, most cunning, most loving, most …everything male. Well, in Coral Moore’s Broods of Fenrir, Brand is that Alpha Male. And then multiply that by a thousand. Heck, he should be king, if he’d just decide he actually wants to be. Everyone else already thinks of him in that capacity. So this story isn’t just about a murder mystery, or a werewolf brood, or Brand becoming king. It is about this character, this man, this wolf, coming to terms with who he is, where he is, and growing about a million percent as a soul within a few hundred pages. Daunting, I know. But it is totally accomplished in this book. Am I gushing? Yeah, a little bit. Ok, let’s talk about power. No, not power. POWER. Cause that is what got me so excited in this book. The sheer force of power this man has. I can’t even describe it. When I was taking my notes I tried several times to come up with something that would convey his power. The guy is strong physically, yes. Mentally, yes. But beyond that, there is this animalistic …push. There is a scene in a garage that will have you on the edge of the seat, waiting to exhale. And it perfectly illustrates the sheer power within this man. I mean come on; he is supposed to be king. This ain’t no ordinary alpha wolf. His power is awesome, and I don’t mean “cool”, I mean it produces awe. You are struck with the cement wall, the iron sledge hammer that is Brand. If anyone out there has some fan art of this man, please show me!! Ok, enough of Brand (but not really!). So this is a werewolf shifter book. But one thing I noticed is that the author doesn’t have these people shifting into wolves every other page. Nope. Some people don’t even shift at all in the course of the book. But yet there is no mistake they are werewolves, and it is conveyed beautifully. When the people in the Broods of Fenrir give up their human control to the wolf, the wolf calls the shots. The wolf is in control. So every person in this book learns a great deal of self-control in order to lead a normal life. It’s a very interesting take on the werewolf aspect, and I really enjoyed it. Let’s talk about the other characters. There are quite a few, and wow, what a cast. The author really fleshed out some very dynamic and interesting supporting characters in this book. You have Alice, whom is weak, kind of like the runt of the litter. And Erik, the alpha male in his brood (um, and yet not king!!), who struggles to keep control of so many things. Dagny, who I loved, then hated and then loved all over again. Ingrid, Dagny’s mother, who is such a sadistic piece of work you wonder how she has managed to stay alive without getting murdered for so long. This story will bring a smile. It will heat you up. It will break your heart, and you may even drop a tear (or more!). But it is beautiful writing around a beautiful story, and it should not be missed. And then you have the familial bond between these wolves that is beyond regular comprehension. They are linked heart, mind and soul. Emotions are shared. Love is duplicated, fear and anger are magnified. Somewhere in the midst of tragedy, Brand finds love in a female wolf. She is a formidable match for him, stronger than most males in her brood. But finding love isn’t on Brand’s agenda. You find yourself hoping he can overcome his internal obstacles and take the jump, because you quickly grow attached to this man, and you want him to be happy. So I won this book from Library Thing. And then I signed up to do a review for it with Bewitching Blog Tours. Everything in the booky universe was telling me to read this book, and I am so glad I did. Once I started reading it, I barely put it down. By the time I got to chapter six I was online seeking out more of this book. And good news, there are two more in the Broods of Fenrir series. I’ve already got them on my kindle, waiting to read as soon as I get a chance. The titles are Feral Attraction and Chance Encounter. Both are short stories, one is about Brand and one is about Erik.

[macygma · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

If you’re a wolf, you know that the wolf who kills the King becomes the next King. Which is exactly Brand’s problem since he killed his sire. He doesn’t want to be King – he doesn’t want anything, if fact; other than to be left alone. His life before Gier’s death had been hell. In the Broods of Fenrir, females were slaves, bought and sold to anyone or won in battle. Male offspring were beaten, tortured and often killed by sire’s too mean to share the females with them. This was Brand’s young life.Now running a successful security business in Denver, Brand stays to himself other than Alice, whom he rescued from a butcher of a wolf and Erik, earl of another group, who is his best friend. Alice is his friend, nothing more and sometimes he feels he rescued her on that backroad just to lose her. She is so timid and shrinking although an excellent empathy and healer.When his “caretaker” from youth calls him he feels he has to see what she’s up to. Ingrid was never sane on her best days and she hasn’t had many of those lately; but even Brand didn’t expect this one: Ingrid wants him to mate with her daughter, Dagny, who technically belongs to Brand’s younger brother. To say that she is beautiful is an understatement and Brand is immediately aware that she will end up his mate. Ingrid’s plan goes wrong (as they nearly always do) and Brand escapes her with Dagny in tow.There are murder, violence, lab experiments, love, death in battle and an excellent description of wolf culture in this novel. There is obedience, groveling and tears. The struggle with Ingrid is but a small part of the whole in Broods of Fenrir. The King who won’t be King has his hands full with Dagny, his brother, Ingrid and a few humans thrown in to make things interesting. If you like paranormal tales this is a good one and you don’t want to miss it.

[angelscryhavoc · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Book Title: Broods of FenrirAuthor: Coral MoorePublished By: Bared Teeth PublishingGenre: ParanormalRecommended Age: 18+Reviewed By: Emily Tuley / AngelsCryHavocBlog Reviewed For: Great Minds Think Aloud Literary CommunityRating: 5 RavensWe all know sometimes I take a little wander out and about and look for things outside of our normal publishers. Something that may or may not have been out there for a while and sink my teeth into it. I love to try new things and read new things. With this book there was no exception. As per my usual it is about the paranormal. Yes, it has werewolves or at least a since about them but it’s not like your usual shape shifters world. I love how Coral Moore has taken this genre if that’s what it can be called or this topic and made it sort of her own. I like how things are shown the wolf’s pack since of mind how there is a King of all and that there are laws and boundaries, traditions that are as old as the race it’s self. In a since she has done just that created a race instead of just a pack of shape shifters. She’s breathed life into something I had started to loose a little bit of hope as the mindlessness of a lot of shape shifters are so easily circumnavigated by most authors and easily dispelled away with the simplicity of the one thought that “They are pack they do not disobey. “ Nothing is cut in stone and all things chance. Brand in particular is a pleasure to read especially with his struggle to try to make himself anything but what his father was. Brand or Brandulf Gierson is set or should be the King of all the Broods of Fenrir but after he saw how his father was the cold hearted hurtful bastard of old was. He vowed not only to protect his mother but to never be like him. Unfortunately just like all heroes something bad happens before something good can come of it and that’s just it. This first book is the story of Brand and how he comes about his faults faces his fears and becomes the King that no one in the brood ever thought he would or could be. He finds love with a female Dagny of the brood with as much strength as he and it’s with their trials and the loss of a close friend that they all start the change of the broods and the future of their people.

[wolfangel87 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

The change of pace from everyday wolf legend mixed with Norse mythology is fresh and exciting. Fate seemed to be against Brand Geirson when he was made king; there were so many things about his world he just did not want to deal with. Brand brings an unusual intenseness to this story making it a fast paced and exhilarating read. Alice’s timid nature bugged me and even though she was so ‘nice’ I did not find her character to be appealing at all. Note: I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.

[momgamerwriter · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Originally Reviewed at: Mother/Gamer/Writer Rating: 4 out of 5 Controllers Review Source: From the Author For Honest Review Reviewer: Heather Brand, a lone wolf who turned his back on his chance to be king, is at the very heart of this story. He fights to save the female members of the brood from torture and enslavement. The old Norse wolves live in ancient times with their barbaric methods, but ever since Brand was a young pup he knew in his heart that this wasn’t right. Brand chooses to turn his back on his kind due to fear of letting the wolf take control. Could he do better than his abusive and murderous sire? Would the other Earls heed to his ideals of equal rights? He fears the answer to be no. However, he quickly finds that he is not entirely alone with his radical ideals that would alter brood life forever. But will it be enough to end the slavery, torture and murderous old ways of the Brood of Fenrir? Will Brand be able to trust his inner wolf to carry out his plans if he succeeds? The story itself is captivating and told primarily from Brand’s point of view. You’ll witness the trials and tribulations that both the human and wolf faces. While they are not human they don’t appear any different when not transformed. They also live for long periods, but are not immortal. The way of life within the brood is barbaric, where women and those whose inner wolf shows weakness, are often forced into slavery or sold off to different areas. Brand seeks to end this, but he also struggles internally to keep his own wolf at bay. He doesn’t want to hurt (or kill) anyone who doesn’t deserve it. I thoroughly enjoyed the overall story, but I would of like a little more background on the wolves themselves. How did they come to be? How are they able to live amongst mankind when they live for centuries? Apart from that I thought this book was filled with action, mystery and just the right amount of passion. The outer and inner conflicts were balanced perfectly. This is a feat in itself as there were more than usual. However, the reader never gets lost. The author, Coral Moore, wrote a great story. I hope to someday read more, and maybe the questions I had will be answered in another book. The way the story ended left it wide open for this possibility. *hint-hint*

[sunshinejenn03 · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Brandulf Gierson was raised by a bastard of a father, one who beat the females and males around him into submission in order to assert dominance and authority. His ruled with an iron fist until Brand killed him with his sire’s own sword…and then walked away from his destiny: to be King of the Broods of Fenrir, for the wolf who kills the King becomes the King. Except Brand doesn’t want to be King; in fact, he doesn’t want anything but to bow out of the broods and be left alone.
Brand manages to avoid brood society for hundreds of years by closing himself off from them, but he can avoid their brutal politics no longer when two women he cares for are threatened and another innocent woman is attacked. At the risk of becoming like his father, he either must become King or let the broods fall even further into chaos, and that’s a chance even he may not be willing to take.

Broods of Fenrir is a very in-your-face, somewhat violent shifter novel. It reminds me a little of the Black Dagger Brotherhood series, but instead of vhampires, we have werewolves. And these werewolves aren’t Jacob, folks, oh no. These werewolves are dominate, big, beastly men who will rip your head right off at just a slight provocation. They have a pecking order and you best follow it. Broods of Fenrir is a heated novel, both emotionally and sexually. Speaking of sex, there is some, but it isn't over the top or really dirty. It was just enough to fit in with the flow of the story.

There are three separate plot lines in Broods of Fenrir: 1) a rogue werewolf is murdering innocent victims, 2) Ingrid’s intention to force Brand to into his destiny as King, and 3) werewolves are being killed off or mysteriously disappearing. These three plot lines don’t seem to be integrated with each other (if they are, it wasn’t obvious to me) and I think the book would have been better served with a heavy focus on one, rather than all three. As it stands, the book starts off with a female brutally murdered by a werewolf, then shifts to Brand before finally focusing on the murdered wolves. It felt a bit disjointed, but I won’t say I didn’t enjoy it, because it was definitely intriguing.

The world building is done rather well. Moore takes our world and adds her twist of werewolves and makes it completely believable. She even manages to humanize them while still making them seem like beastly, savage creatures. They seemed to hold on to these threads of humanity though sheer willpower, as if any slight or provocation would cause the beast to take over. The desperation Brand displays in wanting to retain his humanity and humility makes him appear to be especially thoughtful and powerful, even though his fellow males in the Brood seem to find that a weakness.

The other characters are also engaging to the story: Ingrid is a particular wolf I still can’t quite get my head around. She was absolutely nuts but nothing she did seemed to be without some grand plan in mind. Dagny is a strong-willed character and I liked her a lot. She is a fighter that doesn’t take crap from anyone and she is willing to stand up to the men in the brood. I admired her. Alice struck me as somewhat weak, even though I know the author intended her to be that way. I had a hard time believing her nature just didn’t take over and allow her to be a bit more vicious.

Overall, this was an enjoyable urban fantasy. I haven’t read many shape-shifter novels, but I am pretty fascinated with them and Broods of Fenrir did not disappoint me. Coral Moore did a great job keeping the story flowing and the characters interesting and I would recommend this to anyone who is a fan of this genre.