In this novella, we get a different perspective from Noel Harper. Noel is an informant rather than an assassin. It is her job to get to know the vampires and try to find the ones who might be the most dangerous to humans. So she has a slightly different view of vamps in this book. We also get to know more about Noel, how she became an informant and stuff like that. Before the end of the story, we learn a lot about what is going on with the "Agency"

I enjoyed getting to know Noel better. And since she is on a mission with Dante, l got to know him better too. Noel is sort of a mess, but in some ways she understands more about vampire than any of the other informants or assassins. Some questions are answered in this book but it left me asking, what the heck is going on? ( )

Noel’s story is heartbreaking. She’s had a tough life, and seems to come out on top most of time.

We see Noel as a shy girl, but she’s so much more. This follows the timeline of Northern Bites. We get a look at what Dante and Noel are doing on their mission to Fairbanks. She doesn’t agree with Dante’s excitement to kill vampires no matter how they behave. She lives in a world of getting along with vampires. It’s difficult to see them all as evil.

I loved seeing how Fane is a loyal friend. He is willing to help out those close to them. We also get a look at what really happened between Noel and Fane that tragic night at Marcus’s. I’m a big fan of Noel, and hope things turn out great for her in the future. ( )

Stakeout happens at the same time as book 2, Northern Bites, but is told Noel Harper’s point of view. Which was great, especially considering how Northern Bites ended. Plus, we found out details about the mission Dante and her were on.

I enjoyed getting to know Noel. She is portrayed as a quiet and secretive character. I liked finding out why she comes across that way and about her history. Noel is a complex and interesting character. Unlike Aurora, her experience working undercover for the government is a good one. It gave her a better life and purpose.

I love how Fane helped out Noel when she had nowhere else to turn. He is a good friend to her and a noble vampire.

Stakeout is another wonderful addition to the Aurora Sky Series. It has an interesting plot that is fast moving.

Complimentary copy provided by author/publisher in exchange for an honest review. ( )