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Saint Lakes #5
Begin Again
A M/M Fantasy Romance about Shifters and Vampires
Ramsey has enough problems without a little vampire ninja biting him without even a hello first.
All Ramsey Somerset wants is for things to remain peaceful. With an impending battle looming over him and the everyday problems of running a clan, his hands are too full for a mate. When he meets Fane, things go from bad to worse. It has taken Ramsey years to gain control of his water monster, but all that goes out the window with Fane. He can’t be Alpha and so instinctive toward Fane at the same time. He has to make a choice, either his clan or his mate.
Ramsey has enough problems without a little vampire ninja biting him without even a hello first.
All Ramsey Somerset wants is for things to remain peaceful. With an impending battle looming over him and the everyday problems of running a clan, his hands are too full for a mate. When he meets Fane, things go from bad to worse. It has taken Ramsey years to gain control of his water monster, but all that goes out the window with Fane. He can’t be Alpha and so instinctive toward Fane at the same time. He has to make a choice, either his clan or his mate.
181 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 18, 2017
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April Kelley
117 books222 followersLiving in Southwest Michigan, April resides with her husband and two kids. She has been an avid reader for several years. Writing her first story at the age of ten, the characters in her head still won't stop telling their stories. If April isn't reading or writing she can be found outside playing with the animals or taking a long walk in the woods.
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Please visit her website at authoraprilkelley.com
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Please visit her website at authoraprilkelley.com
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September 2, 2017
3.25 stars
August 21, 2017
"Feel the hurt but don't ever turn it into anger. Anger is a secondary emotion. It stands in front of you, blocking your truth."
What would it be like to find your true mate by smell alone?
This is the first book I read in the "Saint Lakes" series and I did not feel lost in any way while reading this. I loved the dynamics between Ramsey and Fane. Especially when others felt that Fane was not a proper mate for Ramsey.
"Until challenged, I'm the Alpha, and you will respect me. And my mate." Ramsey bent down, getting inches from Tim's face. "Stay out of my way, cat. You'll live longer if you do."
There is trouble brewing in Saint Lakes though. Where will everyone stand once the shit hits the fan?
What would it be like to find your true mate by smell alone?
This is the first book I read in the "Saint Lakes" series and I did not feel lost in any way while reading this. I loved the dynamics between Ramsey and Fane. Especially when others felt that Fane was not a proper mate for Ramsey.
"Until challenged, I'm the Alpha, and you will respect me. And my mate." Ramsey bent down, getting inches from Tim's face. "Stay out of my way, cat. You'll live longer if you do."
There is trouble brewing in Saint Lakes though. Where will everyone stand once the shit hits the fan?
August 16, 2017
4.5****
April has done it again! Such an excellent and needed addition to the series. Wasn't happy with the direction of Ramsey, but by the end I figured that April has her reasons and I'll bow to her great wisdom... cause once again... she's set up this series to go in a direction I can't yet guess!! (sneaky, sneaky..) lol Fane?? oooh my goodness! I Just want to hug him and squeeze him and hug him some more! I sure wouldn't mind more Fang I mean Fane! Wait.. that sounded a lil dirty...Anyway.... if you are a fan of the Saint Lakes crew this is a MUST read! If you have no idea what I'm rambling on about... go pick up the first book in this series.. then the other 3 cause you'll be hooked... and then we'll talk again!
April has done it again! Such an excellent and needed addition to the series. Wasn't happy with the direction of Ramsey, but by the end I figured that April has her reasons and I'll bow to her great wisdom... cause once again... she's set up this series to go in a direction I can't yet guess!! (sneaky, sneaky..) lol Fane?? oooh my goodness! I Just want to hug him and squeeze him and hug him some more! I sure wouldn't mind more Fang I mean Fane! Wait.. that sounded a lil dirty...Anyway.... if you are a fan of the Saint Lakes crew this is a MUST read! If you have no idea what I'm rambling on about... go pick up the first book in this series.. then the other 3 cause you'll be hooked... and then we'll talk again!
August 29, 2017
There was a LOT going on in this book. The core of the story is the mating of Ramsey and Fane but there are other couples just coming together too. We also finally get the battle confrontation with the Stavros faction. Ramsey is torn between his need to be alpha--which he already feels unequipped to do--and giving himself over to his mating. His instincts and his animal are so overwhelming where Fane is concerned that he tries to postpone completing the mating, feeling that he can't fill the role of alpha and mate at the same time. As for Fane, the feral vampire that we met in the council's prison, he turns out not to be feral but simply broken from trauma dating all the way back to his childhood. He also seems to have some kind of autism spectrum disorder (this is never stated but many of his actions, behavior, and speech feel like it). He turns out to be surprisingly endearing and has talents that I could have never guessed at. As usual for the series, there is a lot of teeth dropping, eye changing, frantic sex. One thing I love is the family itself, the personalities and interplay, which are in full force here. What I was really surprised at, however, was how bad the proofing was. There were lots of improper use of possessives, extra or missing words, and some sporadic grammar issues as well. The book leaves us at a real turning point but also with three matings in various states of flux. It's hard to guess which couple the next book will focus on. We also got three new characters outside of matings so there should be lots of material for the next book.
August 20, 2023
Reviewed for Love Bytes – 5 hearts.
Ramsay doesn’t want to be Alpha, but no one else wants the job. Then along comes Fane in all his innocently blunt glory – a man who was experimented on, then held captive by other vampires, and whose brain is somewhat scrambled. He is also Ramsay’s fated mate. Being Alpha means putting the clan first, but having a mate means putting him first, too. To have both is not possible, especially with war brewing. To bond or not to bond, or when, is the predicament? Then again, Fane is like no other mate Saint Lakes has seen.
Begin Again is the fifth book in the Saint Lakes series, and oh my, wow, what a lovely surprise. The story steps up several notches on all fronts from previous books, and an event I didn’t expect to happen for several episodes makes my day. In short, my heart went on a rollercoaster, and I loved it.
The story is told in the third person from the viewpoints of Ramsay and Fane. The timeline has another small reset to when Forest and Angel were on their way back to Saint Lakes, with guests in the car, and had not arrived at their destination. Worldbuilding revolves around Ramsay dealing with the everyday policing of his clan while sensing his water monster getting closer to the surface. During conversations, it was occasionally difficult to determine who was speaking, but those aspects were soon shoved to the side when turmoil, anguish, and drama appeared.
Fane has undergone heartache and abuse, and while his brain heals, my heart goes out to him as he relives the past. Fane, though, is more than the sum of his past. He loves science, and giggles. Fane often describes himself as crazy because he’s not the norm, yet he has a heart of gold and a focus that any martial arts grandmaster would be proud of - daily training, meditation, and routine centers him. Fane is an entirely unique character who I have not read anything like before. He is an endearing loveable pocket-sized nerd wrapped up in blunt badass.
Ramsay is scared. When his inner monster takes over, he is unaware of his actions. Fane’s teachings and frank reality checks encourage Ramsay and others in the clan to see their biological and situational stance from a different perspective. At times this could be a touch weird to read, but it reflected Fane’s world – call it chaotic sanity that made a lot of sense. E.g. Fight or die – that is your choice – what are you going to do?
Fane may not be a mate who needs protecting, but the need to protect is in every fiber of Ramsey’s being as a dragon, mate, and Alpha. So, there is a battle of wills, and worries over timing at a period when war could happen at any moment. All this weighs heavy on Ramsay, and while I sometimes wanted to slap him to see the light, I could understand the perspective too. Then, then, then – yeah, not telling you that, nope, yes, I can, because it’s in the blurb. Nicolono Stavros’s coven arrives, and what follows is gut-wrenchingly amazing.
In short, I went on an emotional rollercoaster – totally my kind of read. I experienced everything from frustration to heart pounding and a few things in between – bravo.
This book was provided free in exchange for a fair and honest review for
Love Bytes.
Ramsay doesn’t want to be Alpha, but no one else wants the job. Then along comes Fane in all his innocently blunt glory – a man who was experimented on, then held captive by other vampires, and whose brain is somewhat scrambled. He is also Ramsay’s fated mate. Being Alpha means putting the clan first, but having a mate means putting him first, too. To have both is not possible, especially with war brewing. To bond or not to bond, or when, is the predicament? Then again, Fane is like no other mate Saint Lakes has seen.
Begin Again is the fifth book in the Saint Lakes series, and oh my, wow, what a lovely surprise. The story steps up several notches on all fronts from previous books, and an event I didn’t expect to happen for several episodes makes my day. In short, my heart went on a rollercoaster, and I loved it.
The story is told in the third person from the viewpoints of Ramsay and Fane. The timeline has another small reset to when Forest and Angel were on their way back to Saint Lakes, with guests in the car, and had not arrived at their destination. Worldbuilding revolves around Ramsay dealing with the everyday policing of his clan while sensing his water monster getting closer to the surface. During conversations, it was occasionally difficult to determine who was speaking, but those aspects were soon shoved to the side when turmoil, anguish, and drama appeared.
Fane has undergone heartache and abuse, and while his brain heals, my heart goes out to him as he relives the past. Fane, though, is more than the sum of his past. He loves science, and giggles. Fane often describes himself as crazy because he’s not the norm, yet he has a heart of gold and a focus that any martial arts grandmaster would be proud of - daily training, meditation, and routine centers him. Fane is an entirely unique character who I have not read anything like before. He is an endearing loveable pocket-sized nerd wrapped up in blunt badass.
Ramsay is scared. When his inner monster takes over, he is unaware of his actions. Fane’s teachings and frank reality checks encourage Ramsay and others in the clan to see their biological and situational stance from a different perspective. At times this could be a touch weird to read, but it reflected Fane’s world – call it chaotic sanity that made a lot of sense. E.g. Fight or die – that is your choice – what are you going to do?
Fane may not be a mate who needs protecting, but the need to protect is in every fiber of Ramsey’s being as a dragon, mate, and Alpha. So, there is a battle of wills, and worries over timing at a period when war could happen at any moment. All this weighs heavy on Ramsay, and while I sometimes wanted to slap him to see the light, I could understand the perspective too. Then, then, then – yeah, not telling you that, nope, yes, I can, because it’s in the blurb. Nicolono Stavros’s coven arrives, and what follows is gut-wrenchingly amazing.
In short, I went on an emotional rollercoaster – totally my kind of read. I experienced everything from frustration to heart pounding and a few things in between – bravo.
This book was provided free in exchange for a fair and honest review for
Love Bytes.
August 16, 2017
'Begin Again' is the fifth book in the Saint Lakes series. Though the author does a good job of explaining the backstory when needed, I cannot recommend this ebook as a standalone. You definitely need to read the other books in the series first. I have read the first two books in the series but not the last two, and because of that some characters and situations in this ebook were completely foreign to me. I managed to piece most of it together though and thoroughly enjoyed the story.
Ramsey is the Alpha of Saint Lakes. He is a water monster shifter and Fane is his semi-feral vampire mate. The reasons behind his semi-feral nature are explained well enough but I really do feel like I need to read the last book to know more about his backstory. There are also references made to characters in other series of hers that I am not familiar with.
I did love Ramsey and Fane together. Fane is a feisty little vampire, a terrific fighter and someone who says it like it is. No deception in him at all. I think many people underestimated him because of his size as well as his crazy nature.
The evil vampire Nicolono Stavros is still on the loose and I really can't wait until he is taken out of the equation. Not sure how many books it will be before that happens but I will be eagerly anticipating that outcome.
A lot of things happen in this book and the continuing story arc is expanded on at a fast pace. I felt like Ramsey and Fane's romance moved ahead rather quickly as well. I'd like to have spent more time with them but I know I will see more of them in future installments in the series. They had some rather steamy sex scenes as well. If you like your romances with sex being left at the bedroom door then this is not the book, or author, for you.
A few new matings were introduced and I look forward to reading their stories as well. It's too bad that the author can't write any faster because I really am looking forward to the next story in the series. I believe it is going to be Jules, Hacen and Thomas. I missed what happened to cause the friction in their relationship since I did not read the last few books. At the end of book two, Jules had not even been reunited with his mates yet so a lot happened in between that I need to catch up on.
This is another great addition in the Saint Lake's series and if you have read the others you will not be disappointed in this one.
Ramsey is the Alpha of Saint Lakes. He is a water monster shifter and Fane is his semi-feral vampire mate. The reasons behind his semi-feral nature are explained well enough but I really do feel like I need to read the last book to know more about his backstory. There are also references made to characters in other series of hers that I am not familiar with.
I did love Ramsey and Fane together. Fane is a feisty little vampire, a terrific fighter and someone who says it like it is. No deception in him at all. I think many people underestimated him because of his size as well as his crazy nature.
The evil vampire Nicolono Stavros is still on the loose and I really can't wait until he is taken out of the equation. Not sure how many books it will be before that happens but I will be eagerly anticipating that outcome.
A lot of things happen in this book and the continuing story arc is expanded on at a fast pace. I felt like Ramsey and Fane's romance moved ahead rather quickly as well. I'd like to have spent more time with them but I know I will see more of them in future installments in the series. They had some rather steamy sex scenes as well. If you like your romances with sex being left at the bedroom door then this is not the book, or author, for you.
A few new matings were introduced and I look forward to reading their stories as well. It's too bad that the author can't write any faster because I really am looking forward to the next story in the series. I believe it is going to be Jules, Hacen and Thomas. I missed what happened to cause the friction in their relationship since I did not read the last few books. At the end of book two, Jules had not even been reunited with his mates yet so a lot happened in between that I need to catch up on.
This is another great addition in the Saint Lake's series and if you have read the others you will not be disappointed in this one.
June 28, 2023
With "Begin Again," the Saint Lakes saga draws to a close, and unfortunately, it also marks the end of my interest in the series. Once again, the spotlight shifts, this time focusing on Fane and Ramsey. While they have some minor differences, the overall formula feels eerily similar to what we've encountered since book one, leaving me with a sense of repetition and little excitement.
One of the main issues lies in the characterization. Ramsey, a character who has been present since the first book, undergoes such a drastic transformation that it feels uncomfortable and unrealistic. Meanwhile, Fane, described as neurodivergent, had the potential to bring a unique perspective and an intriguing romantic journey, but the execution falls flat, leaving much to be desired.
Furthermore, the book is weighed down by numerous tedious and uninspiring sex scenes that rely on outdated stereotypes about same-sex relationships. These moments add little depth to the story and only serve to perpetuate tired clichés.
While there is some progress in the main plot, the ongoing war against the Vampire clan, the author's handling of action sequences leaves much to be desired. The war development and fight scenes are poorly described, lacking realism and failing to deliver the expected excitement and intensity.
Readers who are avid fans of the romance genre and seek more of the same might find some enjoyment in "Begin Again." However, for those looking for fresh perspectives and innovative storytelling, I cannot recommend this book. Instead, I suggest exploring alternative reading options that offer more compelling narratives and character development.
One of the main issues lies in the characterization. Ramsey, a character who has been present since the first book, undergoes such a drastic transformation that it feels uncomfortable and unrealistic. Meanwhile, Fane, described as neurodivergent, had the potential to bring a unique perspective and an intriguing romantic journey, but the execution falls flat, leaving much to be desired.
Furthermore, the book is weighed down by numerous tedious and uninspiring sex scenes that rely on outdated stereotypes about same-sex relationships. These moments add little depth to the story and only serve to perpetuate tired clichés.
While there is some progress in the main plot, the ongoing war against the Vampire clan, the author's handling of action sequences leaves much to be desired. The war development and fight scenes are poorly described, lacking realism and failing to deliver the expected excitement and intensity.
Readers who are avid fans of the romance genre and seek more of the same might find some enjoyment in "Begin Again." However, for those looking for fresh perspectives and innovative storytelling, I cannot recommend this book. Instead, I suggest exploring alternative reading options that offer more compelling narratives and character development.
August 18, 2017
This is the fifth book in the series and continues describing the conflict between shifters and vampires. This book features the Alpha of the Saint Lakes clan, Ramsey, who hasn’t found his mate yet. Then Fane, a young vampire, comes into his camp, after being rescued by two clan members.
They both know they are their mated ones, but an Alpha shifter and a vampire is not a lucky combination. Especially with the impending battle between the shifters and the vampires.
Fane is a fascinating combination of wisdom and innocence. He is socially awkward and has no brain-to-mouth filter, which results in some funny situations. Ramsey is an Alpha, who rules with a firm, but fair hand. He is totally besotted with Fane and he can’t think straight around him. His position as Alpha is in jeopardy as he struggles with his responsibilities towards his mate and his clan.
There are a lot of characters in this story and I had trouble distinguishing who was who. I have to say this is the first book in the series I have read so I was not familiar with all the characters. Therefore I also had difficulty following the overall plotline. I sensed that there is still more to come.
I can say that I found the writing pleasant. Sometimes it was a bit rushed and jumbled, but overall it was an enjoyable story.
This book cannot be read as a standalone. Books in the series must be read in order.
They both know they are their mated ones, but an Alpha shifter and a vampire is not a lucky combination. Especially with the impending battle between the shifters and the vampires.
Fane is a fascinating combination of wisdom and innocence. He is socially awkward and has no brain-to-mouth filter, which results in some funny situations. Ramsey is an Alpha, who rules with a firm, but fair hand. He is totally besotted with Fane and he can’t think straight around him. His position as Alpha is in jeopardy as he struggles with his responsibilities towards his mate and his clan.
There are a lot of characters in this story and I had trouble distinguishing who was who. I have to say this is the first book in the series I have read so I was not familiar with all the characters. Therefore I also had difficulty following the overall plotline. I sensed that there is still more to come.
I can say that I found the writing pleasant. Sometimes it was a bit rushed and jumbled, but overall it was an enjoyable story.
This book cannot be read as a standalone. Books in the series must be read in order.
February 11, 2018
I just have to say that I really found this to have a very exciting storyline. I felt the warmth of "mom's" home and all of her paranormal children, including some of their mates. Jules was a little spit fire, which was so cute, and Fane had an extremely unique personality,(a total bad ass, straight forward, and highly intelligent) that so easily grew on the characters in the story, as well as myself. Ramsey (alpha) was passionate while helping him (Fane) heal from his terrible past. Of course, I loved all the matings, and background relationships. Everything was in this addition to the Saint Lakes, series. Lots of action, the wonderful feel of family, danger (which had me glued to the pages), evil vampires, and some that are good. It also had it's touch of humor, along with some sad moments. To be honest, I was hoping that Fane would have come up with a better term of endearment for Ramsey besides calling him, "monster". It's true that his mate was a water monster, but still. However, this was still absolutely outstanding. =)
August 17, 2017
I received this book in exchange for an honest review.
I really enjoyed this story. Ramsey has so much on his shoulders and he doesn’t feel that he is the right person for the job. Fane coming into his life slowly allows him to get some more perspective on what is best for him and for the clan.
Fane hasn’t had the best life, Sensei protected him for about 10 years but the years before and after have been devastating. Unfortunately he readily accepts that Ramsey will never choose him but still wants to help him and the clan. Ramsey has always accepted his role as the clan’s Alpha if not fully embraced it and he is glad when can now see a future without him in the Alpha position though the fight with the vampires continues.
I loves Fane’s innocence and viewpoint of everything, it was very refreshing. The rest of Ramsey’s family loves him just as much as he does and it helps Ramsey to accept the changes in his life. I look forward to seeing more of this community in future books.
I really enjoyed this story. Ramsey has so much on his shoulders and he doesn’t feel that he is the right person for the job. Fane coming into his life slowly allows him to get some more perspective on what is best for him and for the clan.
Fane hasn’t had the best life, Sensei protected him for about 10 years but the years before and after have been devastating. Unfortunately he readily accepts that Ramsey will never choose him but still wants to help him and the clan. Ramsey has always accepted his role as the clan’s Alpha if not fully embraced it and he is glad when can now see a future without him in the Alpha position though the fight with the vampires continues.
I loves Fane’s innocence and viewpoint of everything, it was very refreshing. The rest of Ramsey’s family loves him just as much as he does and it helps Ramsey to accept the changes in his life. I look forward to seeing more of this community in future books.
September 25, 2017
Wow this series gets better. The fifth book in the series and you'll see some changes about to happen in the clan. Mates finding mates, the odd disagreements and the immediate danger of war on their doorstep. Ramsey and Fame are great together. The author writes stories that drags you in with the characters.
Ramsey was a water shifter and swimming he loved as away to reduce stress. One thing he didn't look forward to was the wars with the Stavros coven..especially being the Alpha.
Fane was an escapee from a the labs his memory of life before is a blank for him. Angel and Forrest with Fane where on there way back after the vampire councils meeting, to Saint Lakes. Hearing Ramsey's name and his voice sparked something in Fane. He'd been through a lot and wasn't a well vampire they'd hoped Lucas could help him. A fantastic book and series comes highly recommended by me.
Ramsey was a water shifter and swimming he loved as away to reduce stress. One thing he didn't look forward to was the wars with the Stavros coven..especially being the Alpha.
Fane was an escapee from a the labs his memory of life before is a blank for him. Angel and Forrest with Fane where on there way back after the vampire councils meeting, to Saint Lakes. Hearing Ramsey's name and his voice sparked something in Fane. He'd been through a lot and wasn't a well vampire they'd hoped Lucas could help him. A fantastic book and series comes highly recommended by me.
December 29, 2024
Loved this one.
The story is really nice. I liked the characters much. Ramsey the Alpha, who should be always in control and should always know what to do. And then there comes his mate with so many different problems not just in the last few months but his whole life.
The incoming war and everything on top of that.
Ramsey really fights hart agains his feelings and tries to do whats best for everyone not just for him and his mate. Accepting that these decisions will hurt them both.
But love and fate are stronger.
Loved it so much. The strong Alpha breaking everything down for his mate and in the end everything will be fine.
The whole series is amazing so far but these two are really in my heart.
The story is really nice. I liked the characters much. Ramsey the Alpha, who should be always in control and should always know what to do. And then there comes his mate with so many different problems not just in the last few months but his whole life.
The incoming war and everything on top of that.
Ramsey really fights hart agains his feelings and tries to do whats best for everyone not just for him and his mate. Accepting that these decisions will hurt them both.
But love and fate are stronger.
Loved it so much. The strong Alpha breaking everything down for his mate and in the end everything will be fine.
The whole series is amazing so far but these two are really in my heart.
August 18, 2017
WOW. There was soooooooo much going on in this book. Really enjoyed learning more about the characters. It's wonderful when a series incorporates past MC's to be part of the current book. Ramsey is such a sweet guy, even though he doesn't know it. So conflicted. Fane is just freaking adorable. The story behind Fane is completely heartbreaking. April Kelley has done a wonderful job of keeping the story flowing even with the current characters and their obstacles. This series is a great read and I really enjoyed reading this book. I'm going to have to re-read the first 4 and catch back up again!!
This book was given to me for an honest review.
This book was given to me for an honest review.
August 22, 2017
MM. This is my first book in the series to read and I was able to jump in, get to know the situation and the characters. It is a tense situation for all in the Saint Lakes pack. Ramsey is doing his best, even knowing he is not the best Alpha they could have because he is very protective of everyone. Tim seems to cause issues just to cause issues and is very speciest. Fane has been abused since he was a child and recently tortured. He is very direct and literal and not everyone likes that approach. I loved their interactions and can't wait to find out more about this mixed pack. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.
July 11, 2025
Im going to review this series as a whole, it was very surface level. If you are looking for chemistry or connection between your mates this is not the series. Every set of mates actively fight their pairing. Every true mate has some reason or rather they dont want their mate. And the Alpha doesn't want to be Alpha. The war, naughty vamps are trying to help naughty humans wipe out shifters n get the witch. Why.. a fae n vampires would help do that is beyond me. But anyways.... meanwhile. Interpecies true mates are happening at a sonic speed level n every time someone finds their mate they object, refuse the mating, avoid the mating.
June 18, 2021
Disappointing!!
This book felt a little incomplete to me I wanted more of Fane’s past… why did his sensei take him from the father what actually was wrong with him before his father sold him .. I wanted more information and I doubt it comes up in future books…. Also what kind of shifter was Ramsey?? Nothing was said about that what the hell is a water monster!! I’ve waited since Ramsey appeared in book one to find out what type of shifter he was to finally get to his book and still don’t know what kind of shifter he is… disappointing
This book felt a little incomplete to me I wanted more of Fane’s past… why did his sensei take him from the father what actually was wrong with him before his father sold him .. I wanted more information and I doubt it comes up in future books…. Also what kind of shifter was Ramsey?? Nothing was said about that what the hell is a water monster!! I’ve waited since Ramsey appeared in book one to find out what type of shifter he was to finally get to his book and still don’t know what kind of shifter he is… disappointing
August 15, 2017
This is the first book in the series that I have read. I didn't feel lost and it can be read as a standalone but I will be going back and reading the others in this series.
Ramsey is alpha and conflicted when his mate shows up. Can he be alpha and have a mate.
Fane is a little broken, witty and just plan lovable.
There is a war coming to Saint Lakes and everyone will need to work together to win. This is a sweet and intense read.
I received a copy for an honest review.
Ramsey is alpha and conflicted when his mate shows up. Can he be alpha and have a mate.
Fane is a little broken, witty and just plan lovable.
There is a war coming to Saint Lakes and everyone will need to work together to win. This is a sweet and intense read.
I received a copy for an honest review.
August 19, 2017
Fantastic romance, and exciting action
April Kelley hit it out of the park with this book! It was great to see new alliances form and old ones strengthened as Nicolono Stavros finally made his move against the Saint Lakes clan. I do wonder how Ramsey would have been able to live with himself and his decision if Ladon hadn't turned out to be as powerful an alpha as he did though...
April Kelley hit it out of the park with this book! It was great to see new alliances form and old ones strengthened as Nicolono Stavros finally made his move against the Saint Lakes clan. I do wonder how Ramsey would have been able to live with himself and his decision if Ladon hadn't turned out to be as powerful an alpha as he did though...
September 14, 2017
There are a lot of fillers, especially at the first quarter of the book and nothing is really resolved by the end of it. The interaction between various characters and most dialogs were unnatural, and Fane's charter felt fabricated, and very poorly on top of that, and absolutely unbelievable. The main story is another repetition of the same old pattern showing one of the fated mates' unwillingness to bound despite the mutual attraction.
November 6, 2017
This is the 5th book in Saint Lakes series. Would recommend that you read them in order to have a full understand of all the characters in the story. Ramsey is having a hard time control his animal especially when he meets his mate. Fane is trying to get past being lock up. These two characters have many things to over together and keep the pack safe at same time from their enemies. Cant wait for the next story and who will it be
Highly recommend this book and series a must add to your TBR
Highly recommend this book and series a must add to your TBR
May 11, 2018
I received an ARC from April Kelley. This was my introduction to her series and I was impressed by the complexity of the world she has created. I really could have used a spread sheet or flow chart with all the family members, their spouses and the clan in general. With so many different species of paranormals and interrelated personal conflicts my mind was racing to keep everything straight! A HEA with more relationships to be formalized!
October 2, 2021
This new to me author has hit my top list favorites. Had to have considering; I am trying to get book 7 of this series but, um, have to add to my Goodreads first so I can actually download more in my kindle. 😃
I started out unsure I would like this series due to some parts a bit above my comfort level with violence.
Needless to say ....
I friggin love it. Witches, warlocks, vamps, shifters of ALL kinds.
I started out unsure I would like this series due to some parts a bit above my comfort level with violence.
Needless to say ....
I friggin love it. Witches, warlocks, vamps, shifters of ALL kinds.
August 27, 2020
Loved this unexpected coupling
Loved this story! The over arching plot saw a lot of action, shake ups in the character dynamics and Ramsey and Fane were perfect for each other. Can’t wait to read the next one!
Loved this story! The over arching plot saw a lot of action, shake ups in the character dynamics and Ramsey and Fane were perfect for each other. Can’t wait to read the next one!
May 18, 2018
Wow
Ramsey and Fane omg is all I can say! Laughing and cried reading this book. I have to say with each book of this series just gets better and better
Ramsey and Fane omg is all I can say! Laughing and cried reading this book. I have to say with each book of this series just gets better and better
May 27, 2018
Starts out okay but goes downhill from there
February 5, 2020
An interesting story
There was a lot going on in this book. All of it interesting. I like the characters. It was not predictable which was
There was a lot going on in this book. All of it interesting. I like the characters. It was not predictable which was
January 18, 2023
😍😍😍😍
Wow!!! This book was so intense buy sooo good!! I think these are my favorite so far!!!! I love the little giggle!!! Can't wait for the next one!!!
Wow!!! This book was so intense buy sooo good!! I think these are my favorite so far!!!! I love the little giggle!!! Can't wait for the next one!!!
June 18, 2023
Ohhbso many feelz
Good story. It's worth reading this book. Good authors. Binge reading this series. Onto book 6. Enjoy. 💞 🥂 🌻
Good story. It's worth reading this book. Good authors. Binge reading this series. Onto book 6. Enjoy. 💞 🥂 🌻
June 8, 2024
good
This was a good book. I liked Fane’s character. He’s quirky and really smart and impressive as a fighter. And Ramsey is self aware enough to know things need to change.
This was a good book. I liked Fane’s character. He’s quirky and really smart and impressive as a fighter. And Ramsey is self aware enough to know things need to change.
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