Darkest Hour Before Dawn (THIRDS) Paperback – 25 April 2017

4.5 stars from me. This wasn't all plain sailing I have to admit; there are some very stupid typos and niggles...which I won't go into on here, but we finally discover the big secret....what actually happened to make Seb and Hudson split up 7 years ago, and I could've cheerfully throttled Hudson at various points during the read. Stubborn and pig-headed are just not strong enough words to use for some of his behaviour, but eventually he sees the light and decides he can't be away from Seb any longer. Look out for agent Trent Carson [make a note of that name cos you'll want to do more than throttle him I assure you], and I was more than a little surprised [read gobsmacked] at the identity of Wolf...I felt that all fit too neatly to be totally credible, but I'm more than willing to be convinced in the upcoming stories. Yes, we catch a tiny glimpse of Dex and Sloane in the story, but believe me, Seb and Hudson are definitely front and centre in this story, and I can't wait for Mark Westfield's audio version...he's bound to be blushing at some stage during the recording methinks, there are some pretty sexy times in this one. :D

Wow, The THIRDS series just gets better and better, this book is about Seb and Hudson who we know from the other 8 books, their struggles from being mated but not being together. Charlie Cochet makes you laugh out loud in one chapter and read through the tears in the next. A few twists at the end leaving you waiting with bated breath for book 10. I for one can't wait. The THIRDS books are one of the best series I've read and can't recommend them enough.

With the exception of some slightly misused "Britishisms" that didn't quite make sense, I mean Holbourn seemed to swing between speaking like a butler and a pirate, this is one of the best depictions of a love despite rather than because of tragedy. Definitely worth a long evening's read.

It's been a long wait for Seb and Hudson, but this story does them justice and then some. This series is one of my favourites ever, with brilliantly developed characters, fantastically intricate and clever plots and heat and passion in spades. Oh and and gummy bears. Lots of gummy bears. If you are at all into shifters, beautifully written m/m romance and just all round gripping reads, this series and this book are definitely for you!

What I love about this series besides Dex is the pure brilliant writing style. The characters leap from the page the plot keeps a steady pace pulling you in setting you thinking. I knew Seb and Hudson were going to be good together and I was not disappointed. Waiting for the next book.

Loved the book, Seb and Hudson are great together, sweet, sexy, devoted, hot men, what's not to love, but Hudson's comment about Ash's idea of a stag night? Freaking hilarious. Excellent addition to the THIRDS Universe, long may the marvellous Ms Cochet keep writing.

Another cracking episode in the THIRDS universe, although this one takes a step away from the usual team to concentrate on Seb and Hudson. I did figure out the twist before the big reveal but it didn't detract from my enjoyment of the story.

This whole series is brilliant . The characters are well drawn and there can be some hilarious moments as well as the serious stuff. this book was as great as the others. Would say read this series to anyone who asked.