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Thank you to V.E. Huntley for the ARC. This is my honest, voluntary review.
The Smallest Heart Steals the Biggest Space
Before the darkness. Before the danger. Before the obsession.
There was Ricky.
'Watch Over Me' may be a prequel novella to the Watched in Darkness series, but it stands beautifully on its own as a heartwarming, hilarious, and emotional story about found family, healing, and the chaos one tiny raccoon can create.
Luna Foster has dedicated her life to rescuing animals through Sage & Summit Wildlife Sanctuary. She has survived heartbreak, loss, and challenges that would make most people walk away. Yet nothing prepares her for Ricky, a fragile orphaned raccoon who arrives needing constant care and immediately claims a permanent place in both her home and her heart.
V.E. Huntley perfectly balances humor and emotion throughout this novella. One moment brings laughter because of Ricky's endless antics and complete lack of boundaries. The next delivers a touching scene that highlights the power of love, connection, and the family we build along the way.
Ricky completely steals the spotlight. His personality jumps off the page, making it impossible not to adore him. The bond that develops between Luna, her friends, and this mischievous little raccoon feels genuine, heartwarming, and wonderfully chaotic.
For readers already familiar with the Watched in Darkness series, this story adds beautiful depth to the world and its characters. There is something bittersweet about seeing these moments of happiness while knowing the darkness waiting beyond the horizon. It makes every smile, every laugh, and every moment of peace feel even more precious.
The pacing flows effortlessly, allowing the emotional moments to breathe while keeping the story engaging from beginning to end. Even as a novella, it feels complete and deeply satisfying.
'Watch Over Me' is a love letter to found family, second chances, and the animals that find their way into our hearts when we need them most. Sweet, funny, emotional, and impossible to forget.
raccoon | found family | wildlife sanctuary | animal lovers | emotional journey | chaos and laughter | beloved side character | origin story | prequel novella | heartwarming moments
Thank you to V.E. Huntley for the ARC. This is my honest, voluntary review.
The Smallest Heart Steals the Biggest Space
Before the darkness. Before the danger. Before the obsession.
There was Ricky.
'Watch Over Me' may be a prequel novella to the Watched in Darkness series, but it stands beautifully on its own as a heartwarming, hilarious, and emotional story about found family, healing, and the chaos one tiny raccoon can create.
Luna Foster has dedicated her life to rescuing animals through Sage & Summit Wildlife Sanctuary. She has survived heartbreak, loss, and challenges that would make most people walk away. Yet nothing prepares her for Ricky, a fragile orphaned raccoon who arrives needing constant care and immediately claims a permanent place in both her home and her heart.
V.E. Huntley perfectly balances humor and emotion throughout this novella. One moment brings laughter because of Ricky's endless antics and complete lack of boundaries. The next delivers a touching scene that highlights the power of love, connection, and the family we build along the way.
Ricky completely steals the spotlight. His personality jumps off the page, making it impossible not to adore him. The bond that develops between Luna, her friends, and this mischievous little raccoon feels genuine, heartwarming, and wonderfully chaotic.
For readers already familiar with the Watched in Darkness series, this story adds beautiful depth to the world and its characters. There is something bittersweet about seeing these moments of happiness while knowing the darkness waiting beyond the horizon. It makes every smile, every laugh, and every moment of peace feel even more precious.
The pacing flows effortlessly, allowing the emotional moments to breathe while keeping the story engaging from beginning to end. Even as a novella, it feels complete and deeply satisfying.
'Watch Over Me' is a love letter to found family, second chances, and the animals that find their way into our hearts when we need them most. Sweet, funny, emotional, and impossible to forget.
raccoon | found family | wildlife sanctuary | animal lovers | emotional journey | chaos and laughter | beloved side character | origin story | prequel novella | heartwarming moments