Moon Illusion is the third book in the Better to Kiss You with series by author Michelle Osgood. This book is not a standalone. It should be read in order. I did not and I found myself lost more than once.
This book Nathan and Cole are trying to find their footing as a couple. Cole is a werewolf and more a one person wolf. He likes his home and life to be stable and solid. I found that Nathan doesn’t really follow the same path. He is used to being poly amorous. He can feel stifled and needs space. He just doesn't know how to say that all the time.
There is also murder, intrigue, and lots of things going on in the back ground of their love story that kept me turning the pages and wanting more. This is a great story. I really need to go back and read the books I missed. There were places I felt this book was a story already in progress and there were tons I missed out on. I think fans of the series will love this story, and I really want to go back and read the books I missed out on now.

Five Shooting Stars

*~~*ARC kindly provided to me for an honest review *~~*

- Review to come

Review originally posted on my blog with added content on Mikku-chan / A world full of words

WE NEED MORE QUEER PARANORMAL BOOKS. There aren't enough published so I was extremely excited to check it out, and it didn't disappoint.

The 3rd in the series, this story follows Nathan as he tries to come to terms with finding out werewolves are real, and that he's dating one, the lovely Cole. Nathan spends so much time trying to find evidence of other supernatural creatures he is literally working himself to exhaustion. Cole is trying to help, but every conversation turns into an argument.

This is definitely not a stand-alone story, so I wouldn't recommend reading it if you haven't read the previous stories. That said, it's an intriguing story, and I really enjoyed Nathan's struggle with the huge change in his perspective. It's surprisingly realistic for a paranormal.

This is book three in the 'Better to Kiss You With Series.' This story focuses on Nathan who has an open relationship with Cole, the pack leader's brother. Nathan is now used to the fact that werewolves are real but he wonders if there are other supernatural beings in existence and if there are how can he protect himself and his friends from them?

Nathan still suffers from nightmares about werewolves and the Huntsmen, and he is convinced that if there are other creatures out there then it is better to know. Cole, his werewolf lover, does his best to persuade Nathan otherwise but when Nathan's neighbour is killed Nathan decides to investigate and uncover the existence of other beings and solve the murder. He trusts Cole and the pack, but he wants to find out for himslef.

Cole tries his best to give Nathan space. He recognises that this isnt easy for Nathan and that Nathan is still coming to terms with the fact that werewolves exist. Nathan is also coming to terms with the depth of his relationship with Cole and sometimes Nathan needs to withdraw. Cole finds himself facing the pressure of caring for Nathan and yet giving him space. Cole isnt sure their relationship can survive Nathan's assertions about other beings and his determination to prove them all wrong. As Nathan investigates the murder he risks his personal safety, his friendships and his growing love for Cole in an effort to find the murderer and hunt down the truth.

I thought this was certainly an interesting story with some well developed characters. I thought the story was engaging. I would have liked to have seen a bit more about the werewolves but it was good to have a story focusing on Nathan.

Copy provided via Netgalley in exhange for an unbiased review.

I'm kind of in the middle on this one. It was okay. The story was decent enough, but I didn't care for the MC's.
This one wasn't for me.

Moon Illusion is the 3rd in a series of queer, cozy, supernatural mystery featuring relatable twenty-thirty somethings who work through real-life issues (from social media bullying to fights between friends. This particular one is also the first I've experienced where the main character works through PTSD-type (it isn't called out as such but rings true) issues. And it made this story particularly compelling, especially when the MC went down a path where it wasn't hard to know if they--in going against the rest of their friends--was correct about a certain thing. Also interesting in that the romance/relationship between the two primary characters is already established at the start of the book.

These are fast and relatable reads. Don't expect super drama or epic journeys. Do expect adult relationships, good character development, and lots and lots of puppy love. Uh, with a dog. But not that kind of love. Just...ugh...these are why shifter romances are hard to review, know what I mean? Anyway - yes. For this book. For the series. Check this out!

Moon Illusion is a MM Paranormal story.
The story has little paranormal activity. Some shifting and
werewolf characteristics. Main characters are Nathan and Cole. Cole is the werewolf and Nathan is his lover.
Maybe his boyfriend? Since Nathan has a relationship with a married couple at the same time as Cole.? That relationship and other aspects, make this a tale with politically correct dialogue.
After Nathan sees a body decapitated, he becomes convinced that there
is more paranormal people out there. Rest of this story revolves around his quest to seek his truth. Definitely fun to follow along with Nathan and his adventures.
There is some hot sex and good mystery. More intrigue and mystery than paranormal. I liked this book.
I didn't care for the politically correct parts. Could also have had more paranormal depth.
It was a nice read. Not smoking hot or fabulous. Could be more world building or just more about some of the secondary characters. More depth would be beneficial.
If there was a second book, I would read it. Could be a good start for a series.
Would recommend it.
(Given a copy for an honest review)(Thanks).