It means the story is enjoyable but probably not a re-read. It's because while well written, the complexity of the world and characters is medium to low. Isn't this what every person wants? To be loved and wanted for who they are, not just what they can bring to the table? One may wonder why these stories still rate a 3 star. The characters show their strengths and flaws and find themselves still desired and loved. Master provides smooth resolutions for all of them.

The conflicts in these stories are good because they are plausible situations and Ms. When Yvena's skills as a snake come to light, it is easy to understand how the family dynamics all works out. Rodent based shifter families generally shy away from their animal predators. It's also fun to see how Yvena's snake is accepted into Liander's family. The only one who could contain her is Liander, the mongoose. For example, Yvena is out of her mind when she's first rescued. In this book, she once again brings the animal traits of each shifter to the forefront and merges with their human self. Masters likes to twist these animal mates into a believable and sweet coupling. Does anyone not know the story of the mongoose and cobra as natural enemies? Ms. Masters pairs a king cobra with a mongoose. Another thing which makes these books addictive are the animal pairings. Frankly, this is what makes her stories so enjoyable to read. Masters infuses it with her trademark survivor with a positive upbeat outlook. The road to recovery for her is long and hard. Yvena's confidence is stripped away during her captivity. She's a King Cobra with such poisonous neurotoxin it's unfathomable for anyone to kidnap, let alone attack her. Yvena is the latest one whose lost her ability to mesh with her shifted self. Masters showcases another shifter abused by the lion shifters selling illegal shifter parts. Even if you don't, this Snake shifting book may change your tune.

Snake Charmer by Zenina Masters