Reviewed by: Rabid Reads 
 Twice Bitten was everything that I was hoping for, that is, up until Ethan screwed it all up! This book wrecked havoc on my emotions at every turn. I went from cheering, to swearing to feeling hopeful again about what the future might hold for one of my favorite fictional duos. I found the second installment in this series to be a little slow going but this one blew my socks off! The ending also left me itching for book 4. 
 Gabriel and his shiters play an important role in this novel. Not only that but these supernaturals are the complete opposite of vampires which definitely helped to spice things up. They're warm-blooded, quick tempered and passionate which is the polar opposite of the cold, calculating, ever practical vamps. Fire and ice don't usually mix but in this case it makes for a great story! I enjoyed comparing the leadership styles of Gabriel and Ethan. They both have their subordinates best interests at heart (well Ethan's motives are still questionable at times) but that's where the similarities between these two end. Add to that the fact that they're trying to be diplomatic in an effort to accomplish a common goal that's never been attempted before: form an alliance between shifters and vampires. Needless to say that misunderstandings abound! 
 Sexy, computer-geek Jeff really comes into his own in this installment. I was sad to see him reduced to a few mere mentions in Friday Night Bites but this book more than makes up for that. This drool-worthy shifter finally gets to show what he's made of! And let me tell you, it's delicious! Jeff shows readers that he's more than just a pretty face. His badassedness really shines through in this story. Mind you, I STILL don't know what sort of animal he shifts into and my curiosity is killing me! 
 Sparks fly between Merit and Ethan, FINALLY! I might have actually cheered out loud when it happened. It took three books but the wait was well-worth it! That is, up until Ethan decided to be a dummy (Men! I'm being nice here, I could use many "other words" to describe what I really think of him but I like to keep my reviews G rated). It might not be all bad though, I could see a light at the end of the tunnel in the final chapters. I hope that in the next book or maybe even the next two that Merit makes him really work for her forgiveness. 
 Twice Bitten went above and beyond in exceeding my expectations. There's action, there's drama and there's plenty of fireworks between Merit and Ethan both in and out of the bedroom. Hard Bitten is lost in the mail somewhere thanks to the Canada Post strike. I hope it's found soon because I'm currently resisting buying another copy but I can only hold out so long! This third installment catapults the Chicagoland Vampires series onto my must-read list.