I received a copy of To Tame a Wolf by JoAnn Black from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This was the first book by JoAnn Black that I have read, but I was intrigued by the summary and glad that I received a copy to preview as I am happy to report that the book did not disappoint.

Yes, the plot was a little predictable and the lead characters made me want to jump into the pages to shake both of them at times, but it was a fun read - and a quick read. A good romance novel to unwind with!

To Tame a Wolf is the first book I have read from JoAnn Black. It is well-written and engaging. Alexandra has become ward to her cruel and vicious cousin following her parent’s death. He sends her to live with nuns at the abbey until he decides to marry her to his crony so they can divide her estate. During the night before a wedding can take place, a childhood friend helps Alexandra escape taking with her a McGregor on the chance that his laird will help her in some way to gain back the estate left to her by her parents.

The McGregor chained to the floor in her hall being kicked and beaten by her cousin and his crony, is The McGregor and Laird of McGregor clan. Ian never lets on that he is the man she seeks. Along the way, she cares for him with her knowledge of medicine. They seem to be forming a friendship of sorts. Once they reached his keep, Ian treats her very differently, claiming she is now his prisoner.

Ian makes sure his clan knows not to hurt or the puppy she rescued on the journey. But, why the prisoner status? Because he likes teasing her? It did not seem to be her idea of teasing at the time. You begin to see their relationship return to the ease of their journey, but not easily. Alexandra does seem to win over clan members and little Jamie, Ian’s nephew. You begin to think she is not going to win over his brother, James.

There is a bit of drama with another female living with the clan that wreaks havoc on Alexandra and Ian’s building relationship. Alexandra is a very trusting and caring person, helping anyone is is hurt or injured. Her kindness is what helps her win over The McGregor clan. Yet, through the book Ian’s pride of place causes a few problems, too.

This is a short but enjoyable tale and seems to be the beginning of a series. There is a bit of a teaser between James and Alexandra’s new friend, Kat. I am looking forward to reading more by Ms. Black and more from this series.