From the very first chapter, I was hooked! This book was so captivating that I devoured it in one sitting—and then went back for a second read to savor all the details I might have missed. It’s an exceptional blend of tragedy, friends-to-enemies-to-lovers romance, werewolf lore and prophecy, and the gripping dynamics of betrayal, manipulation, and power struggles. The writing is sharp, the characters are deeply layered and compelling, and the plot kept me on edge from start to finish.

The story centers on Drake Aspen, a bold yet somewhat sheltered werewolf raised as the daughter of her pack’s alpha. Her world is upended when a shocking betrayal leads to her father’s death, and she’s thrust into life under the oppressive rule of a new, power-hungry alpha. Faced with shifting loyalties and simmering tensions, Drake must rise to the challenge, testing her strength, intelligence, and even her heart as she fights to protect her pack and reclaim her father’s legacy.

Adding to the tension is her brooding protector who seems to have her back—but can she trust him? Does he genuinely care for her, or is his loyalty another dangerous deception? You will have to find out by reading this book!!

You should be aware that this book prioritizes story over spice, but there are definitely a few steamy moments that add to the intrigue. The spice level lands at a solid 3 out of 5, complementing the plot without overshadowing it. What stands out most is how this book excels on every front: a well-crafted plot, excellent writing, captivating character development, and immersive world-building, all delivered seamlessly in one gripping package. It’s easily one of my favorite reads of 2024!

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Spice Level: 🌶️🌶️🌶️

Recommendation: A must-read for fans of strong female protagonists, werewolf fiction, and a well-executed friends-to-enemies-to-lovers arc. If you enjoy political intrigue, complex relationships rooted in betrayal and romance, and an intricately crafted fantasy world with a rich backstory, this book is sure to delight.

Note: I received this book as an e-ARC from NetGalley and would like to thank both NetGalley and Sophie Davis for the opportunity to review this phenomenal work.

4 ⭐️Read!! My honest ARC review

The Lost Pack is filled with events and emotions it’s fast-paced there’s a strong MFC who goes through a lot in this journey.

It’s a slow burn with enemies to lovers it takes time for the spice to come in once it does it makes up for it. The only thing that felt odd to me was one of the words they used for intimacy. I would type it but I’m not sure if it’s allowed on here but it looks something like this ( the $e3 ) other than this I liked the story and the way it’s told. The characters are well written I felt like their personalities came through very clearly in showing what they want and where it’s going

I felt for the MFC it feels like she’s stuck but once the story unfolds you start to see her grow and gets stronger such as knowing her worth and starting to find her way. I love me shifters in my books so when I saw this I knew I had to read it.

I give a special thank you to NetGalley and Sophie Davis for allowing me to be one of the ARC readers for this book I appreciate it so much.

I couldn’t get to read this because the title was removed from my shelf too soon, before I could download it (I have no idea why 😅) and I was so looking forward to read it 🥺

It's extremely lovely to read a badass and confident female lead 🥵♥️
I love drake and the angst is just perfect, the entire plot, story , romance....just perfect 😍

4.75/5 stars! I've read several other of Sophie's books, so was excited to get my hands on this book. The storytelling in this book was phenomenal. I felt connected with Penn and Drake and didn't see some of the plot developments coming. However, this is an ultimate slow burn with limited spiciness. Think more fantasy with a romance side story, than romantasy. Definitely a must read for fans of PNR and shifter fantasy.

I received a free copy of this book via NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving a review

{𝕋𝕙𝕖 𝕃𝕠𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕒𝕔𝕜 by Sophie Davis}
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QOTD: Do you believe in reincarnation?
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Length: 327p
Source: ARC - NetGalley, Author
Release Date: December 3, 2024
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Well, I’m officially obsessed with the writing because I couldn’t put it down.
Fantastic plot, thorough development, and medium pacing.
No unnecessary drama but instead a story fret with tension and secrets and yea, a bit of passion.

“𝗠𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝘀𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝘀 𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻. 𝗠𝘆 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹. 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝘂𝘀.”

Drake is the alpha’s daughter and during the Twin Comets celebration, a trusted friend takes the life of her father and her world is thrust into a game of submit and resist, all while navigating a budding romance with the traitor’s brother, Penn, and strange dreams that awakens the truth of her pack’s history.

Such a vivid and fun plot! I love the concept of zodiac and fae and vampires and immortality.
I do feel like the world could be more flushed out BUT I’m hoping we may get more in this world?
Maybe?

This is my first read by the authors (two co-writing best friends) but it definitely won’t be the last.
And that cover!!!

{I received a complimentary copy of this book. All reviews are my own.}
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ARC review. Thanks to NetGalley and YONDER publishing ☺️
Drake Aspen, daughter to the Alpha of the Ophiuchus Pack, has lost everything important to her in one night. Imprisoned in her own home secrets begin to unravel and her should be enemy, Penn, is the only one she can trust!
I really enjoyed this book. It was a real quick, easy read but still had enough to keep me gripped!
The FMC was likeable and had personality. The MMC was your typical brooding werewolf type but had secrets that kept him interesting. They worked together, it was fate!
Shifters, prophecies, fated mates 😍
Without giving any spoilers, the plot was interesting and the way it evolved was exciting as the main characters had to figure out how to fix the mess occurring around them. It may or may not be the most original storyline ever but I just like a book that grips me. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. I’m a simple girl with simple needs that this story met!
Would I like to read more? Yes, yes I would! 🫶🏻

The Lost Pack by Sophie Davis follows the story of Drake Aspen as her entire world crumbles. The story begins as her entire wolf pack meets to observe the twin comets that are supposed to bring peace. Instead, the night ends in bloodshed with a coup that leaves Drake a social pariah and stranded among the pack that used to worship the ground she walked on. Throughout the story, we learn about the past of the pack and of the prophecy that Drake feels intimately connected too.

I liked the pacing of the book and the lore that the author writes into each chapter. The story took a few twists that I did not see coming that made the read really enjoyable! Very glad that I got to read this.

Thank you to NetGalley and Sophie Davis for this eARC in exchange for a review!

this was a fun romantasy book with fun werewolf aspects. The omegaverse is really getting bigger and bigger in media and it's fun to see how creative authors are with it. I love the addition of ancient prophecy.

I absolutely enjoyed this book and while it's a romance between shifters, it's not cliche or wattpad-y which is absolutely great. A few spoilers ahead.

I like how the characters developed during this book and they kept evolving or showing their true nature in some cases. I still don't see Drake as a warrior, but I'm glad she remained true to herself and not become a hateful and violent person towards the end. I absolutely adore love stories that transcend death and reappear in new lives (it reminds me a lot of Sailor Moon tbh) and this was no exception.

However, the ending was a bit obvious at some point and seeing how everything is gonna evolve make it a bit awkward or boring at times, but I still enjoyed a few minor unexpected twists.

All in all, an enjoyable book about werewolves combined with romance, true friends, and character development, but also time travel via dreams.

★★★★
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This story had it all—a slow burn packed with dark magic, twisted pasts, and a plot that kept me on my toes. Nothing about it was predictable, which I loved, and the ending tied everything together perfectly. It was fast-paced, well-written, and seriously enjoyable from start to finish.

Drake Aspen, daughter of the Alpha of the Ophiuchus pack, is about to have her whole world turned upside down. One of their own—a pack member her family took in after his father’s death—betrays them. On the night of the Twin Comets, he challenges her father’s leadership, shaking the pack to its core.

Meanwhile, strange things are happening on Snake Mountains. Strays are causing chaos, and dark magic lingers in the air. Penn Williams, the Beta’s brother who was practically raised alongside Drake, steps in to keep an eye on her—even though she’d rather he didn’t.

When Drake starts having vivid, haunting dreams, her quest for revenge begins uncovering secrets she never expected. With help from the elders, the fae, and a familiar face from her past, she starts piecing together the prophecies that surround her. The journey is full of sacrifice and pain, but in the end, Drake finds something far greater than she ever imagined.

This was my first Werewolf based book and I couldn’t be happier in the choice. I couldn’t put it down to save anyone’s life. The relationship development between Penn and Drake had me kicking my feet and smiling like a teenager 😅

3.5 stars. I enjoyed this, I was hooked very early on. I just think certain parts were either a bit too predictable and/or anticlimactic. Thank you Netgalley for the ARC.

I like how this book started off action packed with a significant event occurring at the beginning of the book that would affect events to come. I also like the strength of the main female character. The main male character has protector vibes and I am here for it. I also like how the book weaves past lives into the present. If you like an action packed shifter romance, the lost pack is for you!

I put off reading this for a while because I always find it so hard to find a good shifter book. I had to gear myself up for the fact that it was likely to not be that great.

I'm so glad I was wrong. There was something extra about this that I just loved - I can't say too much without spoilers but I feel like this was different to most shifter romances and I really enjoyed the characters in it.

It was really well written and I read it in a couple of days, in between life and work.

I would absolutely read this author again!

Thank you Netgalley and publishers for an ARC copy. Here is my honest review.

So, diving into The Lost Pack was a wild ride from the start. It’s clear Sophie Davis put a lot of thought into creating a unique spin on pack dynamics and shifter lore, which is honestly a huge plus for me in the paranormal genre. Right off the bat, you feel the tension and camaraderie between the characters, and I could tell that the author really wanted to make the pack bond believable and intense.
The characters are written with depth, and each has their own quirks and motivations that feel genuine. The storyline has a mix of mystery, suspense, and a hint of romance that doesn’t overpower the plot but keeps it engaging. There’s this balance between action-packed scenes and emotional moments, which I really appreciated—it never felt like too much of one thing. Also, the pacing is on point, no chapters felt like filler, which made me breeze through the book pretty quickly!

What Could’ve Been Better: I did feel like some of the lore and backstory could’ve been fleshed out a little more. At times, I wanted a deeper dive into the pack's history and their conflicts. There were moments where the plot felt slightly predictable, but honestly, it didn't take away too much from the enjoyment. I just wished for a bit more of a twist or unexpected turn.

This book does an excellent job at keeping you invested. The relationships, especially within the pack, felt authentic and made me care about what would happen to each character. There’s a steady build-up of tension that kept me turning the pages, and I’m definitely intrigued to see where Sophie takes the series next.
I’d give it a solid 4 out of 5 stars. It’s a strong start with engaging characters and a gripping storyline, though a bit more world-building would’ve pushed it to a 5 for me. If you’re into shifter stories with action, drama, and a good dose of mystery, The Lost Pack is worth adding to your TBR!

First impressions 💭
I’ve always enjoyed stories about wolf shifters, fated mates and protective alpha males, so I was really excited to start this one!
The Lost Pack was Super quick off the mark and into the action!

What I Loved ❤️
- I loved the unravelling prophecy and the dreams and trying to figure out how these two things tied together!
- I loved Drake and Penns relationship dynamic, the tension and the slow burn
- I also loved Drakes Journey, she starts out a little bit spoilt and sheltered but definitely comes into her own by the end!

What I didnt love 👎🏻
- I did want drakes fathers death to feel more impactful and it didn’t quite have that effect being so close to the start of the book with very little character development prior to the event, there was definitely shock factor though!
- I really love books with a little more worldbuilding than what the lost pack had! It seemed like a really intriguing story but we learn very little of the world and I just wished for more!

Favourite Quote 📝
“I’ll play Princess in the tower while you go talk to the dragon…
Just don’t let your hair down for anyone else while I’m gone”

Final verdict ⭐️
3 1/2 stars!
I really enjoyed this read and will definitely be recommending this to anyone who loves wolf shifters and is looking for an entertaining standalone book! I just don’t feel like the story will stick with me and that’s why my rating isn’t higher ❤️

One must fall, so another can rise! These were the words Drake's father, alpha to the Ophuichus pack, whispered to her as he died. The man who assumes the role of Alpha, Finn the Beta of the pack, believes he is the warrior to save the pack.
Drake dreams become frighteningly real of other white wolves in positions of authority. In the dreams, she has a mate. A true mate who starts to resemble the new pack Beta, Finn's brother Penn. Protecting her at all costs will mean he has to turn on his brother. Will he follow along with his brother or find a new purpose in Drake?
Davis develops some amazing characters who the reader easily invests in. The supernatural world that is created follows the rules set out by the author, but it feels like there is a larger story that isn't being told. I'm left with questions that aren't answered at the end. I would rate this book a 4 out of 5 stars and a 2 out of 5 peppers.

I read this book and enjoyed it. I liked the dreams leading up to the big plot twist, which I found inventive, and I appreciated the drama and angst of the premise. But ultimately this book needed so much editing! Pacing issues and gaps in justification for certain emotions or actions are the result of spending too much time on certain scenes or aspects (such as clothes) and not enough on others. The worldbuilding has such promise, but again, would’ve been better with more strategic and intentional unfolding of details and more backstory for some of the plot points (such as Finneus’’ discovery that the alpha lied to them about the prophecy). Also, So much telling rather than letting characters show themselves to us through their actions. And my biggest character issue is with the still unanswered question of how complicit Penn was in his brother’s actions that led to the murder of Drake’s father. It’s really central to my ability to buy into their love story, and it doesn’t ever get fully answered to my satisfaction.

3.5 stars

The first 10% of a book is crucial for me, and I was completely hooked by that point. I was a huge fan of the FMC and I was excited to see how she navigated the conflicts that had arisen very quickly into the start of this book. The action was exciting and the plot was surging forward.

At about the halfway point, I started having some critiques. There was heartbreak that I would have loved to see the FMC process on a deeper level to give more meaning to the story. Slow burn tension is one of my favorite tropes but I didn't really feel a lot of tension or chemistry between the FMC and MMC. There were dreams that felt disjointed and confusing until it all came together near the end, and by then I had forgotten much of the names and details from the dreams, making their purpose a little less impactful. Also, an antagonist with us for much of the book pretty much just left at the end with no more related explanation. It felt like an opening for another book, but it’s listed as a standalone.

I did enjoy the side characters- the widows and the BFF especially. I liked that there was some spice but that it was not at the forefront of the book. I also appreciated the detail of what happens to clothing when shifting (I always wonder that sort of thing when no one mentions it!).