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    Silver Borne

    Written by Patricia Briggs

    Narrated by Lorelei King

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    All-new action in the #1 New York Times bestselling urban fantasy series

    When mechanic and shapeshifter Mercy Thompson attempts to return a powerful Fae book she'd previously borrowed in an act of desperation, she finds the bookstore locked up and closed down.

    It seems the book contains secret knowledge-and the Fae will do just about anything to keep it out of the wrong hands. And if that doesn't take enough of Mercy's attention, her friend Samuel is struggling with his wolf side-leaving Mercy to cover for him, lest his own father declare Sam's life forfeit.

    All in all, Mercy has had better days. And if she isn't careful, she might not have many more to live...

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherPenguin Random House Audio
    Release dateMar 30, 2010
    ISBN9781101192566
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    Silver Borne
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    Patricia Briggs

    #1 New York Times bestselling author Patricia Briggs lives in Washington State with her husband, children, and a small herd of horses.

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    • 4/5
      The premise: ganked from BN.com: When mechanic and shapeshifter Mercy Thompson attempts to return a powerful Fae book she'd previously borrowed in an act of desperation, she finds the bookstore locked up and closed down. It seems the book contains secret knowledge-and the Fae will do just about anything to keep it out of the wrong hands. And if that doesn't take enough of Mercy's attention, her friend Samuel is struggling with his wolf side-leaving Mercy to cover for him, lest his own father declare Sam's life forfeit. All in all, Mercy has had better days. And if she isn't careful, she might not have many more to live. . . My RatingFind a Cheaper Copy: I'm not saying wait for the paperback, because unless you're just ticked like me about your collection changing format, then you'll be happy having the hardcover. Just don't pay full price for it, because while it's a good story, it's not worth the full hardcover price. If I'd caved and bought the hardcover on Amazon for $9.99, I would've been pleased with my purchase. At any rate, I found this book to be a marked improvement from Bone Crossed and Hunting Ground, and for that I'm grateful. Briggs, while wrapping up the main stories, introduces some interesting elements here, and I'm curious to see where those elements go. It's a fun read, and it's a book that can easily be read in a day. But, naturally, with this being book five in a series, I don't recommend starting get. Get Moon Called first.Review style: this book is a unique structure for the series so far, and I want to examine why it works instead of why it's distracting; I also want to talk about whether or not the series is getting weaker due to the shifting focus from story to romance, and what I want to see more of out of this series. Spoilers? Yep. But if those don't bother you, or you've already read the book, feel free to check out the full review at my LJ. As always, comments and discussion are most welcome. :)REVIEW: Patricia Briggs's SILVER BORNEHappy Reading!
    • 3/5
      Reviewed by: Rabid ReadsFor the past few installments, Mercy’s been having a rough go at it and things don’t look like they are going to improve anytime soon. I’m relieved that Thompson is still reeling from the after effects of what happened in IRON KISSED because, in my opinion, that’s something that takes time to recover from. However, I think her damaged state is beginning to take away some of the enjoyment that I’d otherwise be getting out of this series. It’s kind of a damned if you do, damned if you don’t type of situation. The sad tone of these books is getting to me and I’m starting to become frustrated with the lack of a resolution on any front. I don’t expect Mercy to get her HEA anytime soon but I would like her and Adam to be ok, or for her life in the pack to stabilize, or just… something to help balance out all of the bad.Samuel was by far my favourite character in SILVER BORNE; for reasons that I won’t list because of spoilers, he spends most of this novel as a wolf which helped ensure that there were plenty of furry moments in this story’s fae driven plot line. In Briggs’ universe, werewolves’ dual natures actually have two separate identities and the author further differentiates them by having Mercy call his wolf “Sam”. I loved watching Thompson’s upbringing kick-in; she always watches her behaviour around alphas but doubly so in this case because of Samuel’s temporary lack of humanity. His refusal to shift also causes some rather entertaining moments like when a little girl mistakes him for a dog and tries to ride him like a pony. The look on Mercy’s face must have been priceless!As I mentioned previously, Thompson is still struggling to keep her head above water―between dealing with her personal issues, adjusting to her new mate bond and overcoming the hostility directed at her from the pack―she just can’t seem to get a break. I adore Adam, he made my list of top fictional book boyfriends of 2013, and I think they are well-suited for each other, if only outside forces would quit adding to their problems long enough for them to catch their breath. This is Urban Fantasy, so I don’t expect flowers and chocolate, but how long must we wait for a conflict-free installment? I don’t expect happily-ever-after just happy-for-right-now.This book’s plot line is as action-packed as ever and I like how the author is constantly switching her focus from one paranormal group to another. It helps keep the story fresh and means that there’s always something new to learn in each novel. The mystery surrounding the book that Mercy loaned transformed this installment into a real page turner but admittedly, I was a little saddened when Gabriel got dragged into the supernatural world. I was really hoping that Thompson would get to retain some normalcy in her life. But, now that both her trailer and her only human friendship have gone up in smoke; I fear that there’s to be no light at the end of the tunnel for Mercy anytime soon.Patricia Briggs delivers another solid installment with SILVER BORNE; albeit, a little darker than usual. I’m excited to read RIVER MARKED as I suspect that a few new walker secrets are about to be revealed!
    • 4/5
      Mechanic and shapeshifter Mercy Thompson has dealt with a lot, from her werewolf neighbors and becoming the mate of the local Alpha, to vampires conspiring against her. Now, the local bookseller who recently loaned her a book about the Fae goes missing and someone's looking for the book. And Samuel, her werewolf roommate, is struggling with his wolf side and depression.This was the perfect e-book/audio to have available on a sick day. In fact, I listened to and read most of it in one day. The plot was perhaps a little weaker than some of the others and I never really felt like the stakes were particularly high, but it was enjoyable and not too taxing of a read. This is the sort of series where I don't necessarily have to remember all the details of the previous books - each one will catch me up on the more important aspects - so I can dip in and out without worrying too much about not being able to follow what's happening.
    • 5/5
      Love this Series.
    • 4/5
      Loved it years ago!
    • 4/5
      Returning overdue books has never been quite this dangerous.

      Mercy borrowed a book to help her understand the fae. But when she tries to return it she finds the bookstore owner has disappeared and several nasty foes who wouldn't mind eating her. If only Samuel was feeling himself and someone wasn't trying to sabotage date night with Adam she could deal with this situation.

      Despite their standalone nature, the plot of the books in this series overlap a lot. While you could jump into the series with Silver Borne and enjoy it without any problems, the significance and development of the plots would be a little incomplete if you hadn't read the previous instalments. That said, this novel feels like a turning point in the series, with Mercy starting to come into her own. Hard to comment without spoilers, and it really is just easier to read and enjoy.
    • 4/5
      I really enjoyed this book. Anyone who has been following my reviews probably already knows how much I love this series and this book was no exception. It was so nice to re-visit this wonderful story and spend more time with characters that I have grown to love. This wasn't the most exciting book in the series or my favorite but it was still a very solid read. Mercy has a lot to deal with in this installment. She needs to find the owner of the bookstore where she borrowed a very special book in a previous installment. It seems that he might be in some kind of trouble and someone wants to get his hands on the book. Samuel is in crisis and his wolf is in control. Mercy knows that if he doesn't come around quickly then it will be the end for Samuel so she wants to give him some time to sort things out. There are also a few issues concerning the pack and Mercy's relationship with Adam. Not everyone in the pack is happy to have Mercy as a member. Being a part of a pack is new to Mercy and she isn't used to how easily they can get in her head. Adam and Mercy do love each other and take some steps to get things worked out.My favorite parts of this book were the sections that dealt with the pack and Adam. It is kind of fun after reading the whole series to see how much things have changed over the course of the series. I think that both Mercy and Adam took some major steps in this book to strengthen their relationship and Mercy's place in the pack. The issues with Samuel were also very well done. I really do enjoy his character and he is really in a bad place for much of this book. Lorelei King is the voice of Mercy Thompson. She does such a wonderful job narrating this series that I usually want to move to the next book just as soon as I finish a book. The character's emotions really come across perfectly with her narration and she is able to voice a large number of characters very well. I look forward to listening to this narrator many more times in the future.I would highly recommend this book to others. This is a series that really needs to be read in order since the character relationships are a large part of the story. I look forward to continuing with my re-read of this series very soon.
    • 5/5
      Awesomesauce.
    • 5/5
      Yet another amazing book, with each book as she takes you deeper into the series you can actually see her writing grow. This one was a joy to read, hard to put down with everything moving rather quickly. Tears both of sorrow and joy brought me through this book.
    • 4/5
      as much as love this kind of thing i can't believe i've never read this series?? i'll have to look for more of them. it's not a series that you have to read the begining to get anything but i'm kindof wishing i had anyway. i think i would have enjoyed it alot more but i still liked it enough to keep my eye open for more mercy thompson books.
    • 5/5
      Love this book I have bought them to read n. But during studio they are great to listen to.
    • 4/5
      Loved the story and the narration, but the audio quality was terrible
    • 3/5
      In this installment, Mercy is in more trouble with the fey. A book she borrowed from a friend turns out to be a powerful fairy relic that offers untold might to anyone cruel enough to claim it. Soon Mercy is targeted by a fairy queen who takes a hostage to force her hand. Add to that more trouble with Adam's pack who are less than pleased to have their Alpha mated to a coyote.
    • 5/5
      Thoroughly enjoyable, and full of satisfying resolutions
    • 5/5
      I have to give this 5 stars. Some series bog down by the time you get to part five, but once more I found the story utterly absorbing. Threads from the previous books come through without any factor being done to death, while the book is a full novel in its own right.
    • 4/5
      I really like this series with Mercy and Adam. Interesting main characters and well fleshed out side characters. Usually when I pick up a book in this series I can't put it down. The book has the right amount of plot, characters and actions and moves along at a good pace.
    • 5/5
      read 3 times so far. The audio book versions are good, too!
    • 5/5
      Mercy and Adam finally are acting like a mated pair. They are dating, with all the excitement that goes with it. (it's sweet) Ah, but his/her pack is not so happy with the union. Samuel may finally give in to his wolf. There is an evil force that is looking for something that it thinks Mercy has, and it will kill to get it. Adam is hurt badly and Mercy is gone....The Merock steps in to try to help.
      Fabulous addition to the series, loved the action and the sweetest of romances between Adam and Mercy. The only thing missing was Stephan.
    • 4/5
      Another great book in the Mercy Thompson series. I loved seeing the Mercy and Adam relationship develop more in this book. I didn't like a few small details in this book, but overall I still loved it. The ending was fantastic.
    • 5/5
      This series never disappoint me!!!
      This book will probably end up to be my favorite in Mercy's series...I liked the more adventurous plot, I really liked the more romantic one -in particular the way Mercy and Adam interacted to each other even when they were under duress- and I really really liked the opening on the pack way of life!!!

      In 3 words: I LOVED IT!!!
    • 3/5
      I generally like this series but I definitely prefer the Alpha and Omega one. But this book is a very nice addition to the series and I enjoyed it probably a little more than some other books in this series.

      Mercy tries to find her place in a pack, which is not easy at all. Especially that someone is trying to use the pack's bond to make her quarrel with Adam. The situation is further complicated by Samuel who is trying to commit suicide. And in addition, someone is looking for a book that Mercy borrowed from an antiquarian.

      This is one of the quietest books in this series so far. There is not much cruelty and death in it. It is not as dark as the previous ones. And I really like it. The plot is maybe a bit too uncomplicated but somehow it does not bother me. Mercy is exceptionally sensible this time and does not do very stupid things. Only the idea of Samuel's sudden love somehow does not fit, but it's OK.

      This book encouraged me to reach for another earlier than usual.
    • 4/5
      Read from October 12 to 13, 2013Read for Fun (HardCover)Overall Rating: 4.25Story Rating: 4.00Character Rating: 4.50First Thought when Finished: Oh how I love being back in Mercy's world!Story Thoughts: Quick and Dirty because that would be the Mercy way! Silver Borne was fantastic and sad. I was glad to get more Sam. He is who I watch for in this series because he is such a broken character. His story meshes well with Mercy's latest "problem". Who says a book can't be dangerous? I guarantee that Mercy doesn't feel that way. She knows stuff about the Fae, stuff she shouldn't and someone wants that book bad. Everyone gets involved and it is action pretty much from beginning to end. The pack politics are high in Silver Borne too! I enjoy that aspect of the series and it was good to see it play a center role in the story. I haven't been disappointed by one of these books yet!Character Thoughts: Who couldn't love Mercy, Adam, Sam, and the gang. Oh there are members of the pack that I would like to strangle, hang up on a tree, and never toss a bone but I think some of that was taken care of Silver Borne. Not enough Bran but there never is! Of course, I probably wouldn't think there was enough Bran if he had his own book. He truly is my favorite overall character just because he is so darn mysterious!Final Thoughts: I am already reading River Marked and thanks to Amy have the next one after that. Mercy and I are going to catch up this month!
    • 2/5
      With this book Briggs' work has gone from "guilty pleasure" to just "guilty" for me. Her prose is fine and the book moved quickly, but too many problems with characterization quashed my enjoyment. The main character is reckless and trouble-prone, which is fine and moves the plot right along. However, on several occaisions she knowingly and with fore-thought dragged people she ostensibly cared about and wanted to protect into dangerous situations. It felt like the author had scenes they wanted to create without regard for how their characters would actually behave.

      Also, many supporting characters and the villians were one-note, appearing only briefly to help or threaten the heroes before being moving quickly off-stage or being slapped down with minimal effort. This book makes it less likely that I'll read any more of Briggs' work, even in the form of impulse grabs at the library (as this one was).
    • 4/5
      I think this is the best Mercy Thompson book to date. I was rather glad to bid goodbye to the vampires for awhile. I like the way the relationship is developing for Adam and Mercy.
    • 3/5
      In this fifth installment of Mercy Thompson series, Mercy is happily mated with the alpha of the wolves, Adam Hauptman but her status in the pack is being threatened from the inside. In the previous novels, Mercy had borrowed a book from Phin, a fae whom owned a bookstore and had helped her on various occasion. However, when Phin disappeared with the only clue is within the book she held, things went awry for Mercy. On the other hand, Samuel is beginning to become emotionally destructive from the inside that he couldn't be in his human form without feeling suicidal. For werewolves, this usually the first sign for the wolf to overpower the humanity which resulted in full on cannibalistic psychopath.

      Mercy does have her plates full in this book and although I do enjoy the solemn dramatic mystery acts in this book, it does get dysfunctional when you try to rationalize what Briggs try to expose with this book. But I do think that Mercy Thompson's story as herself was beginning to thin out like Sookie Stackhouse did. She seems to be a guest actor in this book instead of moving the plot. She just go on with the flow and things just happens to her with a rather small connection that ties her up with everything. I do think the alpha thing within the pack was forced, I know it works lovely with the storylines but I just felt Alpha & Omega is much better purview on the werewolf world than Mercy Thompson series.

      I do wished Samuel's story would worsened as a cliffhanger at the end of the book with the revelation of Silver Borne at the end. It does feel like the author is trying to find an easy way out of the failing love triangle. Samuel deserved a full on graph storylines than just a subplot. Sorry Mercy, you're quite boring in this book and I'm not sure I will read 'River Marked'. Except maybe for more Samuel's subplots.
    • 4/5
      I like the books that deal with the Fae. This one was well done. The mystery plot was interesting and fast paced. On the personal front, I like the way Mercy's relationship with Adam progressed and the changes in her relationship with Samual.
    • 3/5
      Love this whole series. Urban fantasy that doesn't take it's self seriously and over do the sexual content. I do a re-read each time a new one comes out. Mercy is all about doing what is right and for the right reasons even when it is hard. This is why I love this series.
    • 5/5
      Yet another amazing book, with each book as she takes you deeper into the series you can actually see her writing grow. This one was a joy to read, hard to put down with everything moving rather quickly. Tears both of sorrow and joy brought me through this book.
    • 4/5
      as much as love this kind of thing i can't believe i've never read this series?? i'll have to look for more of them. it's not a series that you have to read the begining to get anything but i'm kindof wishing i had anyway. i think i would have enjoyed it alot more but i still liked it enough to keep my eye open for more mercy thompson books.
    • 5/5
      This was an awesome book!! We saw more into the connection between Mercy and Adam. Love them as a couple!! Also found out more about Sam's past! Fantastic story, well written and a great pace.