Thank you to Carina Press and NetGalley for granting my request for an ARC of this book. The review below is purely my own opinion.

This story picks up right after where book 1 ends. But since it's been awhile since Guardian's Bond came out, I found myself pausing my read this book for a bit, just to skim the last few chapters of book 1 to refresh my memory.

The H: Tate is Priest's ward, "brother" to Jade. His companion is a mountain coyote.

The h: Elise and her mom Jenny have just moved to the area and is just getting used to living amongst other Volcans. She never believed her mom's stories and so everything is very, very new to her.

Here's why I really enjoyed this book:

> As I mentioned in my review of book 1, I really like the different take on shifters. Each Volcan must undergo a quest to accept their gifts and their animal companion. Or like Jenny's mom, they can refuse the quest and live as a "human".

> I liked that both Tate and Elise go through a journey --- they both grow and bloom, bringing out the best in each other.

> AND if you like stories with a protective, powerful alpha hero, then this is the book for you. Tate is growly hot. He is yummy! I love how he was so protective of Elise but so sweet to her too.

> Lastly, I said that book 1 felt like it was more of Priest's story --- but this one, book 2, is definitely more of Elise's. I loved her. She's so cool! I think after you finish reading, you'll love her too.

Can't wait for book 3!

When I saw the cover of Healer's Need on Netgalley, I knew I had to request it. After Guardian's Bond I really wanted to know whether Priest would find a way to fight of the darkness his brother has left inside of him. And of course I wanted to know who Elise would get used to living with the clan.
Elise, although having heard a lot about the Volcans from her mother (who had denied her gift), never really believed all the stories about shapeshifters and magic. But now, seeing it with her own eyes made her very aware of her heritage. Because everyone expects her to become the next Healer's Prima (as a descendent of the healer's lineage), she feels a lot of pressure. As an outsider, she thinks she is not worthy enough for this position. Furthermore, she is startled about the strong feelings she has for Tate. But Tate doesn't acknowledge her whatsoever.
Tate is having a hard time keeping his eyes off Elise. Because he is afraid the minute he looks at her, he will claim her as his mate. Understanding that Elise is not accustomed to the Volcans, he doesn't want to scare her away.
Until Alek and his sister Jayden run interference...
A wonderful story, where you can see Elise grow from an insecure girl into the Healer's Prima she will need to be. And where Priest will have to fight the darkness inside him. Hopefully there will be more stories about the Volcans! Thank you Rhenna Morgen for this great adventure and thank you Netgalley for providing the arc. Five out of five stars from me.

Rhenna, you have blown my expectations out of the water with Tate and Elise’s story!
I could go on about the great characters, the family dynamics with clan interactions, how I got a kick out of the ribbing Tate was taking from his friends over Elise, and how much I loved the fantastic romance and sizzling attraction between Tate and Elise. Instead, I want to say what surprised-and delighted-me most was the personal journey Elise took. It was pretty powerful stuff and made a bigger statement than anything else could!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

It had been awhile since I read this series but it didn’t take me long at all to fall right back into the world this author has created, so much so I devoured the book in just a few hours. Tate and Elise are great together and I’m definitely interested to see where this author takes the endearing group in the future.
This was a complimentary advanced reader copy provided by the author or publisher in exchange for a honest review via Netgalley.

Tate doesn't like other offending him and his woman, "Tate clamped down harder. “I have a woman next to me and you dared to touch me in front of her..." Tate you know, makes his woman see the error of her threats, “I don’t think you’re thinking that one through, mihara.” His hands coasted inward, his thumbs teasing the seam where her inner thighs and *** met. “If you don’t heal me, then I can’t eff you like you need to be effed.” Tate you know doesn't like to share, "Tate caught her at the waist and hauled her back. “Woman, if you think I’m letting you answer the door in only my T-shirt , you’re out of your mind.” I liked this book, I loved Tate.