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It is interesting to note that while the covers of the Mercy Thompson novels are considered provocative, there’s next to zero swearing or sexual situations in the novels. Instead, the power and depth of the novels come from each character’s internal motivation to do as they do.

Hale has been playing the long game, Tamsin chooses Team Bo, Lauren does some slick double talk, an old favorite gets his due, and Bo, well, Bo gets caught in the end. It’s a fitting finale and mysterious lead-in to Season 4.

Mercy, being on the outside, is the unknown. Beautifully, what makes her a complex creature in this world is that she’s as straightforward as they come; others around her expecting the usual social ploys that Mercy disregards entirely when it suits her or the situation.

It’s inauguration day for Hale. From acting to actual, Hale will be imbued with the full rank, privileges, and responsibilities of the Ash of the Light. This is no small thing as it separates him entirely from his friends and former station. Hale has been severely missed this season, in no small part because of KC Collins’ conflicting filming schedules …

Mercy Thompson, shifter, friend to a vampire, raised by werewolves, and mentored by a gremlin, isn’t just a character in a book. She’s the unexpected tsunami that drags you under; when you come up gasping for air, you simply reach for the next book.

“There’s Bo Place Like Home” marks the middle episode of Season 3. Bo’s been changing, devolving. What we didn’t know is that this change should have occurred, oh, two …
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