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"I’ve loved her from the moment I felt her soul near the water.”

Russell, an Orc-Kraken, is part of an organization that hunts for dangerous humans working with demons. He goes through the motions of life, each day a dull repetition, the void where his mate should be is a gaping wound in his heart, a constant reminder of his loneliness.

When she returns and falls into the loch, Brooke is convinced she’s died until large hands and tentacles rescue her. The oversized beast, a creature straight out of her romance novels, looked back at her.

Will she abandon her mate and the familiar comfort of land to confront the watery depths with Russell, battling demons to save the world?

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Published June 28, 2024

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Profile Image for TheLoreWho0re.
52 reviews8 followers
June 30, 2024
First, thank you to the Author, Tanya Lynn, for letting me be an ARC reader for this book! I adore monster romances, and I was extremely interested in this story when I saw the ad for ARC readers! I apologize for posting my review a couple days after release!

We meet the main characters in pivotal moments in their lives. Russel, the Orc/Kraken hybrid who is currently dealing with demon issues in his world, and Brooke, who is finally escaping her dreadful parents into a life she prefers. Both these characters longing for someone or something else to bring more meaning to their lives. Once they make the inevitable contact with each other, they realize they are mates.

Packed into this short book, we see two mates connect with each other to defeat an enemy. Their chemistry is interesting to read, and their romance is even more fun to take in! I enjoyed the side/supporting characters, and the bit where Brooke is into reading. I loved her second life, and how it correlated to who she was meant to be with her mate. The smut was AMAZING to read as well! Beautifully written!

The romance does moves quite quickly, but I'm okay with this since it's just short read. Though, I do wish there was more romance between the two main characters than what was written. I feel like a lot of the book focuses on the background plot going on, which was undoubtedly entertaining to read, but I felt like it pulled away from the actual romance aspect of the book. The plot aside from the smut did have some cringy parts, though it was all still entertaining to me!

I would have loved to see this play out in a longer timespan, and learned more about the characters, and the conflicts. A longer book would help with the rush of the romantic relationship, as well as avoiding some of the cringy parts. There is a lot of story here, a lot of potential to build a beautiful monster world!

I give a big applause to this author for her creative storytelling, as often times I feel like I'm reading the same story over and over again. She truly brought out the beauty of what a monster romance can do with plot, and interesting smutty scenes! The reason we read monster smut is so we can get something ~different~ than what we typically read, and Tanya delivered! Tanya Lynn is a new author I will definitely be following for future releases!
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43 reviews4 followers
July 6, 2024
I was super excited to read this book. It really drew my attention with the interesting plot of fated mates, adventure and mystery. The book needed a bit more development, it had opened a new world and I needed more information. I wanted to know more about H.A.T.E and the Orc/Kraken hybrids, and how this all came to be? I truly believe that this could have been a full novel that had all the components that make a great story.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Profile Image for Gleeful Goblin Reviews.
688 reviews20 followers
July 7, 2024
Gleeful Goblin Review: This book's FMC really stole my heart early on because of how alone and isolated she feels from her family of origin since that's how I felt as well (although I grew up poor instead of affluent like she did). "Once I’m home, I slip up the steps, avoiding anyone and everyone. My taste will never be the same as theirs. The fancy food, proper etiquette, the posture, and the linens folded just right. I look forward to departing tomorrow. The ticket sits on my desk, along with my passport. My suitcases are practically packed, and leaving almost all my possessions here will hopefully set me free by breaking the chain to this house that haunts me. When I’m in the safety of my bedroom, I grab the bag of crab Rangoon. I’ve decided, for tonight, I will eat my bodyweight in the crispy, cream cheesy goodness because my trusty friend Google tells me Scotland has none. Most of my stuff is going to be donated. I don’t want everything in this closet—half of it I’ve never even worn or will ever want to. There are always new clothes perfectly tailored to the body my mother wishes I had, and itchy fabrics that are as stiff as their smiles showing up in my closet. All I need to do is pack my precious Kindle in my carryon bag, along with the paperwork needed. My parents exhaust me. I think they mean well, but most of the time I know they think I’m a mistake. I’m not proper enough and my body isn’t lithe like the girls I went to school with. Mother always shushes me, like I’m about to say something inappropriate or that I’ll make a fool of my family. Father is similar, except he does it from behind a screen, a phone, any layer of protection from showing love. During my childhood, he made a point of staying far away from me. Having a privileged upbringing is often romanticized, but it has left me feeling confined, like a caged bird. Even the tutors that came over the years never gave me any sort of experience to show me what a normal family should be like. Popping a piece of food into my mouth, I savour the sweetness of the sauce and the saltiness of the cheese. I’m going to miss this food, even if my hips won’t. My thoughts make me laugh out loud. I know I’ve always been the curvy friend, the one who has bigger hips than everyone else. Since I was a young girl, my mother has enrolled me in countless diet programs, desperate to make me lose weight. She is in the gym running on the treadmill every day and if it makes anybody as unhappy as it makes her, I sure don’t want it. I’ve never understood why I’ve never been good enough for her to love, and as much as I try it’s an impossible feat."

So, to have this be her starting point and then making a new life for herself in small ways like her hair and big ways like love with a certain Orc/kraken hybrid it's truly a delightful and pretty emotional ride. 5/5 Stars
Profile Image for Ruth.
348 reviews3 followers
June 15, 2024
Brooke went to Scotland years ago and was drawn to the Loch Ness. She is on her way back to Scotland as her parents want her to go to medical school. She feels like her parents don’t know her at all. While is Scotland she cuts her hair and dye it green. She also added piercing to her cheeks.

While touring the castle she goes to the restrict area and attempts to get by the water, by accident she falls in, can’t believe that she is breathing under water. She is rescued by Russell who is an Orc-Kraken hybrid her mate. She feels so comfortable with Russell. While Brooke and Russell share time and intimacy with each other.

Brooke learns that her family line is into the demons, and she must eliminate them, or she may never see Russell again. She has no great loss for her parents.

Will Brooke be able to get rid of the threat or will she not come back to Russell. Sweet love story of two opposite people who love each other.

This was received as an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
20 reviews1 follower
June 17, 2024
I received this book as an ARC and I enjoyed this short read. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to read this!

Brooke and Russell make a very interesting couple. Brooke is human but finds out she can actually breath under water since she is mated to Russell who is a hybrid between an orc/kraken. Brooke finds out that Russell and his friends work for an organization that hunt demons. Just so happens her parents are the bad guys. Brooke does what she needs to, to be with her mate and help dispose of the demons.

I do wish that we had more storyline on how great Brooke and Russell could work as a team to rid the world of the demons, but maybe Tanya has plans for the future (crosses fingers).

Please read the trigger warnings before you dive into Brooke and Russell's story!
Profile Image for Angie .
423 reviews
June 26, 2024
Unbreakable Desires
By Tanya Lynn

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️

A sweet and mildly spicy story about two souls falling in love and doing whatever it takes to be there for their mate.

Brooke and Russell are fated mates. And have an instant connection and understanding.

Brooke has read so many smutty books about this exact thing happening, and now it’s happening to her.

Russell felt her years ago when her family was on a trip and she stood by the waters edge. Her heart called out him, and he’s waited for her ever since, hoping she would return.

Their bond draws them to one another but it’s their commitment to each other that solidifies their relationship.

Russell will do anything to make Brooke happy.

Oh, oh…. Can’t forget double 🍆 and those frisky tentacles.

Profile Image for KJtheRT.
21 reviews
July 3, 2024
The only thing better than this book being written by one of my favorite humans is its MFC based off of one of my favorite booktok personalities! Knowing how much Brooke loves monster romances, I squealed and delight when I found out, she was getting her very own monster romance!

In this book, Brooke parents suck but do her a solid and ship her off to Scotland without even realizing they are sending her to live a life she would want…but not the med school they want. Russell is in the middle of a demon problem and a member of the HAE and he just happens to be half orc, half kraken.

This book is short but delightful and filled with fantasy, smut, wittiness, a green haired beauty who helps fight demons and monster peens. I just wish it was longer!
223 reviews
September 8, 2024
AN ORC/KRAKEN HYBRID!
DOUBLE PEEN 🍆🍆
FRISKY ASF TENTACLES!

Say. No. More.
Aghhhhhh

So good. I loved this. A short, fun and spicy read and it did not disappoint!

On another note, I loved that this was about two wholesome souls who found each other, fell in love but they are also fated mates. Absolutely beautiful and wholesome.

I've never read from Tanya Lynn before and this was the first one I have read and I can tell you now, it won't be my last. I thoroughly enjoyed this. Monsters and human romances will always have my heart and I'm so glad I was able to add this one to the never-ending list! 😍

I did receive this fantastic book as an ARC but unfortunately, I wasn't able to review it in time. So this was read in my own time and this is NOT an ARC review.
Profile Image for Katrina.
134 reviews
June 11, 2024
**Unbreakable Desires Review**

Unbreakable Desires is a delightful romance that brings together Russell, a kraken/orc hybrid, and Brooke, a human with unique abilities. As fated mates, their connection is undeniable and captivating. Brooke's talents, including exorcism and the ability to breathe underwater, add an intriguing twist to the story. When strange events start to unfold, Brooke discovers some secrets and monsters within her family and takes bold steps to resolve it. And she sure does. The love between Russell and Brooke is heartwarming, and their happily-ever-after is truly satisfying. This book is a charming and exciting read for romance fans, for monster fans....for both!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
629 reviews21 followers
June 22, 2024
This was my first book by this author, and I can say that I am hooked. I truly enjoyed the story and would even recommend this as a good palate cleanser. The author made it easy to fall in love with the characters: orc-kraken hybrid Russell and a human, Brooke. He found what he most desired in the world, and she found some to care for her and put her first. This was all a shock to her since her parents did not show her any true love. This made it easy to choose Russell and not think twice when she was asked to take of her parents, that turned out to be evil. Good story, easy to follow only this is that I wish I would have seen their story develop more and have them battle evil together.
Profile Image for Cindy Kukas .
130 reviews4 followers
June 9, 2024
Unbreakable Desire is a fun and unique monster romance. Brooke is returning to Scotland to attend medical school. Why Scotland? After a vacation there and spending her time along Loch Ness she’s drawn back. Russel, a orc kraken hybrid, has been waiting for his fated mate to return. He heard her thoughts and emotions when she was standing along the waters edge years ago. He never saw her but he knows she is his mate.
Just when life for them seems so hopeful, it all starts falling apart.
Want to know more? Go read Unbreakable Desire
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Profile Image for Ashley  ADirtyRead.
309 reviews24 followers
July 1, 2024
I thought I was getting into an Orc and Human
Story - oh nice this was a lot more lol He is an Orc/Kraken! The FMC is leaving for school and plans to stay in the beautiful Scotland area. She never really felt like she fit in at home anyway so it's time to move on. When she arrives, she changes her appearance to what she has always wanted and she ventures to the water side where she felt at peace in her previous adventure only to find out that she has a mate who just happens to be a demon hunter also. This was an interesting world that Tanya built and I hope she continues to the story.
Profile Image for Elizabeth O'Bier.
62 reviews
June 8, 2024
Omg the fact that this is dedicated to Brooke is AMAZING! I love the spicyness! The fact that this was a hybrid Orc and Kraken definitely had an amazing twist to it!! Definitely couldn’t put this down at all! I cannot wait to see if there is a second one!

Tanya did amazing in describing Brooke to a T! The fact that her books keep you coming back and being better than the one before is **CHEFS KISS***!!! This was all in all 20 outta 10
Profile Image for LunasFallen .
5 reviews
June 8, 2024
This novella reads like my hottest hentai inspired fever dream and I love it. Adult FMC takes back her agency, finds love, kicks ass, and gets railed by a loving tentacle monster with "special equipment". Keeping in mind that this is intended to be a fast paced novella I can forgive the feeling that some scenes are rushed and there are essentially a few jump-cuts but if that would bother you consider this 4 stars.
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772 reviews17 followers
June 11, 2024
I was fortunate to receive an ARC copy of this book, in exchange for my honest review.

3.75

I had a fun time reading this one. As this is a short book, naturally the plot progresses quickly, but it wasn’t lacking the detail at all. I personally think this would make a great full novel, as it has some great backbone to the plot. The characters are lovable and very nice and bubbly, but also have depth to them when needed.
Profile Image for Nicole Riggins.
120 reviews9 followers
June 23, 2024
5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Unbreakable Desires was a fun and unique little monster romance read. This was kind of my first monster Orc Kraken Hybrid like this read, and I enjoyed reading it! The fact that Russell had his eyes on Brooke for so dang long, while Brooke felt the pull to him, and I mean who doesn’t like some Tentacle action 😏. All in all it was great monster romance read, and I highly suggest it if you enjoy the monster romance genre!
Profile Image for Claire.
595 reviews11 followers
June 28, 2024
This was a really fun story and I adored both of the main characters. I had never read a monster romance featuring a hybrid monster before and I really enjoyed it. Both of the characters had to overcome so much, but they had each other and their love was really beautiful. Also the spicy elements were very spicy which I enjoyed very much. Would highly recommend if you enjoy monster romance, fated mates, insta love and spicy elements. Thank you to Tanya Lynn for the ARC of this story.
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1,808 reviews42 followers
June 29, 2024
A unique cute monster romance that is both sweet and a little spicy. A fast paced story of two souls fate together, falling in love and doing whatever it takes to be there for their for each other.

Russell, a kraken/orc hybrid with double 🍆

Brooke, a human with unique abilities

Their bond draws them to each other but can they fight the evil and become the fated lovers they’re meant to be?
Profile Image for Shelly Rogers.
336 reviews17 followers
July 1, 2024
All the stars! This is a monster romance novella, meaning it is fast paced. The story lines moves very quickly. Often times with novellas, it can feel as though there should be more to the story. This is not one of those. While it is short, the story is very well developed.

I loved the relationship between Brooke and Russell. It's sweet and instantly I fell in love with these characters.

Highly recommend this book.

Happy Reading Ya'll!
Profile Image for iesha Bright.
557 reviews17 followers
June 11, 2024
this book was definitely a hit with me. i love tanya as an author and this proves she can write for any genre. i loved the special peen with the hybrid orc/kraken. and brooke was my favorite character with her green hair and piercings. i loved the fated mates and that brooke read smut ... definitely recommend this to monster romance lovers 10 out of 10
Profile Image for Grace Leonora Griffiths.
182 reviews2 followers
June 16, 2024
A cute quick easy to read novella with fated mates, size difference and a fight against evil.

A human and an orc/kraken hybrid discover they are fated mates. But there is an evil that keeps them apart.

Can they fight the evil and become the fated lovers they’re meant to be?
Well written plot with spicy scenes and plenty of romance
Profile Image for Veronica Hooper.
128 reviews19 followers
June 20, 2024
This was my first Orc Kraken hybrid read and I must say it was interesting.
I loved the way Russell had been pining for Brooke for so many years, and the way Brooke always felt pulled to Scotland. They are a great love story with a great HEA!
I am a fan of Tanya’s and will read anything she writes! Her writing style has a way of pulling you in and keeping you coming back for more!
Profile Image for Carley Misener.
418 reviews10 followers
June 25, 2024
ARC Review:

5/5⭐️, 3/5🌶️

-Black Cat FMC
-Golden Retriever MMC
-Soul Tráfficking
-Dual POV
-Dèmons

This was really good. It’s short and sweet with lots of spice. The chapters are short but easy to keep up with. Russell and Brooke are so meant for each other and it’s adorable. There’s good plot to this one as well. I definitely recommend this!
Profile Image for Bri Hires.
125 reviews4 followers
June 29, 2024
A fun fast paced, spicy read. If you like orc and kraken then you definitely need to read this monster romance. It’s definitely a fast burn, nearly insta-love story. A few points felt a bit rushed durning the climax, but maybe cause I just didn’t want to book to end. I enjoyed how Brooke and Russel interacted with each other and how she fully embraced her life with him.
Profile Image for Nanzi Fotu-Tela.
199 reviews1 follower
December 17, 2024
I feel like this story has so much potential but at the same time, it just wasn’t for me. It felt rushed and it took me longer to read than I had anticipated bc I just couldn’t get into it and couldn’t connect with the characters. I think if there was more of a background or story building, I may have been more interested in the storyline but overall everything felt kind of rushed
39 reviews
June 10, 2024
Unbreakable Desires is an absolutely adorable love story with tentacles and double the fun. I related to the FMC a lot. Definitely a great intro book into the monster world for me. Right amount of spice and great plot. Definitely give it a read.
Profile Image for Brittany Posey.
203 reviews5 followers
June 11, 2024
This was actually a cute short story if im being honest. A lot of monster romances are full of smutt, but this one had a very good storyline. It was a good refresher and break from some of the heavier books I tend to read.
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596 reviews38 followers
June 14, 2024
I love the orc/kraken hybrid! I haven't seen anything like that before. The story line and characters were well done. It just felt rushed. I could have used another 100-200 pages easily and loved every page of it.
Profile Image for Amber.
91 reviews4 followers
June 14, 2024
Unbreakable Desires-

I went in expecting the worst, as I usually do with books, just to find a book that was better than most novella/monster romances.

The writing is good.
4☆ there's this thing where I enjoy a book but can't put it at a 5, but I'd say 4.75. Unfortunately, we can't do them.
Profile Image for Kim Torrance.
110 reviews
June 15, 2024
Brook is such a sweet kick ass human who has a pretty messed up family that is into some pretty shady shit. Will she do the impossible to save her future with Russell her handsome hybrid mate?

This was such a sweet sexy read. With fated mates and a hybrid with special equipment ikyk 🍆🍆.
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