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Gold Creek Wolves #5
Guarded by the Wolf
First rule of being a werewolf bodyguard? Never shift on the job.
As a dominant wolf without a pack, I have to keep my animal contained.
That works great until I meet Fallon — a beautiful, fiery she-wolf. Every alpha wants to mate with her, and my wolf can’t stand it.
When an attempted kidnapping disrupts the mating gathering, I take the job as Fallon’s bodyguard. It’s a mistake. The little she-wolf is a feisty one, and I find myself craving her like I’ve never craved anyone or anything.
But protecting her is the job, and I won’t let myself get too close. I lost everything once before. I won’t do it again.
The problem?
My wolf thinks Fallon’s our fated mate. It doesn’t matter that every alpha in the state is after her. He wants me to give her my mark and claim her as my own.
If you love short and steamy shifter romances featuring protective and possessive alpha wolves, this book is for you. Click to grab your copy now!
Some elements of this story may be disturbing to sensitive readers. For a complete list of potential triggers, please visit savannahsterling . com/triggers
As a dominant wolf without a pack, I have to keep my animal contained.
That works great until I meet Fallon — a beautiful, fiery she-wolf. Every alpha wants to mate with her, and my wolf can’t stand it.
When an attempted kidnapping disrupts the mating gathering, I take the job as Fallon’s bodyguard. It’s a mistake. The little she-wolf is a feisty one, and I find myself craving her like I’ve never craved anyone or anything.
But protecting her is the job, and I won’t let myself get too close. I lost everything once before. I won’t do it again.
The problem?
My wolf thinks Fallon’s our fated mate. It doesn’t matter that every alpha in the state is after her. He wants me to give her my mark and claim her as my own.
If you love short and steamy shifter romances featuring protective and possessive alpha wolves, this book is for you. Click to grab your copy now!
Some elements of this story may be disturbing to sensitive readers. For a complete list of potential triggers, please visit savannahsterling . com/triggers
150 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 24, 2023
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July 20, 2024
Ok, so I liked this one. There was a lot of push back from his side because he couldn't believe he found his fated mate. He also didn't think he deserved happiness and a family.
Anyway, he does end up rejecting her. She runs away and gets in trouble 😭😭, but he rescues her, and of course, while he's distressed and searching for her, he realizes she is indeed his fated mate and the only one for him 🥹🥹.
I liked her, I really felt her pain. I'm not going to say what she was struggling with. You'll have to read the book ;).
I wanted a little bit of more time with them together and as a family, but I'm hoping we will read about them in the following books since this is an interconnected series of standalones.
What to expect
- she's in danger. He saves the day twice
- fated mates, both are shifters
- not sure about his age, but I think they have similar ages
- both were celibate before meeting, and he didn't have manhoho vibes at all
- traumatic past
- short, fast read
- grumpy H
- spicy
- TW
- HEA
“You are mine, princess. Mine. And no one is ever going to take you from me again.” 🥹😍
Anyway, he does end up rejecting her. She runs away and gets in trouble 😭😭, but he rescues her, and of course, while he's distressed and searching for her, he realizes she is indeed his fated mate and the only one for him 🥹🥹.
I liked her, I really felt her pain. I'm not going to say what she was struggling with. You'll have to read the book ;).
I wanted a little bit of more time with them together and as a family, but I'm hoping we will read about them in the following books since this is an interconnected series of standalones.
What to expect
- she's in danger. He saves the day twice
- fated mates, both are shifters
- not sure about his age, but I think they have similar ages
- both were celibate before meeting, and he didn't have manhoho vibes at all
- traumatic past
- short, fast read
- grumpy H
- spicy
- TW
- HEA
“You are mine, princess. Mine. And no one is ever going to take you from me again.” 🥹😍
July 1, 2025
Great spicy shifter romance. It’s got enough drama to keep it interesting and characters that you will enjoy.
August 22, 2023
"His wolf chose me, and I chose him. My lover. My match. My mate."
5 stars!
This was my first novel by Savannah Sterling, and I am so happy that I took a chance on her story as I loved Eli and Fallon so much! Their romance contained so many tropes that I love, and Savannah wrote them so flawlessly that I was completely entranced the entire way through. Eli was such a broken, broody alpha. He carried so much guilt over what happened in his past, and his inability to move forward prevented him from recognizing Fallon for who she was--his fated mate. I loved how Fallon was strong yet vulnerable in her own struggles. Once Fallon and Eli are forced together for her protection, they are required to confront their fears and overcome their reservations in order to save Fallon's life and reach for their future. I absolutely loved everything about their romance, and I will definitely be reading more by this author!🖤
Tropes: fated mates, hate-to-love-you, alpha jp hero, heroine-in-danger, forced proximity, bodyguard romance, hidden past, mating frenzy, kidnapping, found family, STEAMY🔥
*ARC provided by the author via Booksprout, and I voluntarily reviewed it*
January 3, 2025
✅Bodyguard
✅Forced Proxmity
✅Fated mates
Fallon is put under protection with Eli as her bodyguard after an attempted kidnapping. Eli finds himself wanting her more than he’s ever wanted anything, but he takes his job seriously and is adamant about not getting close to her. The only problem is… his wolf has lost his mind. He wants himto mark her. To mate her. To fuck her. And after catching a whiff of her sweet, sweet nectar, hes dying to know what she tastes like….
I love a good fated mates, force proximity, and this was no different. I’ll give it to Eli. He did his very best and his mental demons definitely helped, but I was happy with how the book turned out. The only thing I wish is that it was a little longer and gave more of a glimpse into the future for them
✅Forced Proxmity
✅Fated mates
Fallon is put under protection with Eli as her bodyguard after an attempted kidnapping. Eli finds himself wanting her more than he’s ever wanted anything, but he takes his job seriously and is adamant about not getting close to her. The only problem is… his wolf has lost his mind. He wants himto mark her. To mate her. To fuck her. And after catching a whiff of her sweet, sweet nectar, hes dying to know what she tastes like….
I love a good fated mates, force proximity, and this was no different. I’ll give it to Eli. He did his very best and his mental demons definitely helped, but I was happy with how the book turned out. The only thing I wish is that it was a little longer and gave more of a glimpse into the future for them
July 28, 2025
This one didn’t hold my interest in the beginning g the way the others did. Or maybe I was in a slump idk. But I loved the body guard idea and the plot twist at the end. I really loveeeee when the guy goes to rescue his mate something about that really does it for me so if that’s what you’re into this one will definitely scratch that itch!!!! Five stars!! Wasn’t as spicy but had a lot of yearning and romance!!!
April 7, 2024
I really tore through this one and devoured it from start to finish! Guarded by the Wolf is a spicy fast-paced shifter romance filled with dominant alpha males - some good, some bad, and one fierce female who gets is a spot of trouble.
This is a perfect read to fill the time, like if you had to wait while your kids were at various activities.
This is a perfect read to fill the time, like if you had to wait while your kids were at various activities.
December 30, 2023
A wildly entertaining, suspenseful, thrilling and addictive roller coaster ride to go on with Eli and Fallon. I enjoyed their back and forth banter, their sizzling hot chemistry and when they finally stopped fighting their feelings. Good story!
March 7, 2024
This story is well written with great characters. There are some twists and turns so keep your mind on what is happening. I really think you will enjoy this one I know I did. I would encourage everyone to go get this one.
September 14, 2024
Eli and Fallon
Fantastic quick read with great characters whose strength, non stop build and action along with crazy hot chemistry had me devouring their story. Can't wait to see what's next.
Fantastic quick read with great characters whose strength, non stop build and action along with crazy hot chemistry had me devouring their story. Can't wait to see what's next.
August 8, 2025
Gold Creek Wolves
This series is so good. I am definitely going to get me the print copies of the whole series. The plot to these short stories just proves you can tell a whole story in 100 pages. Love it.
This series is so good. I am definitely going to get me the print copies of the whole series. The plot to these short stories just proves you can tell a whole story in 100 pages. Love it.
March 25, 2024
Fated mates, retired military, bodyguard, wolf shifters, on the run, enemies to lovers
April 3, 2024
rating: 4.5 ⭐️
May 7, 2024
Excellent read.
This book is very well written. It is a short read that can be enjoyed on a long afternoon or evening. I would recommend to my friends.
This book is very well written. It is a short read that can be enjoyed on a long afternoon or evening. I would recommend to my friends.
October 19, 2025
Nice shifter fated mate story
This is a marvelous story of how they overcome their troubling trials and learn to trust their feelings and love each other. It's a quick read.
This is a marvelous story of how they overcome their troubling trials and learn to trust their feelings and love each other. It's a quick read.
October 27, 2025
Enjoyed this story and the interaction between the characters.
September 9, 2024
This book was my favorite of the series so far. I think all of these books have been fun to read. Sometimes I need something between heavier (plot-heavy) books and these fit the purpose.
September 1, 2025
Enjoyed this book. The trials and needs build and they have to find a solution.
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