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The Cheetah's Vow: Book One: An Arranged Marriage Shifter Romance
He was her enemy—until he became her protector.
Makenai doesn’t want to be anyone’s mate, least of all Dakaris’—an heir to a rival shifter bloodline her father is forcing her to marry. Fierce, independent, and untameable, she vows to make his life hell… until she realises he isn’t the real enemy.
Dakaris knew from the moment they were formally introduced that he wanted Makenai. But winning her trust is a battle he never expected to fight—especially when she’d rather claw his eyes out than be his wife. Yet, as danger closes in and dark secrets unravel, Dakaris makes her one he will kill anyone who tries to harm her.
Bound by a vow and trapped in an arrangement she never wanted, will Makenai let her guard down and surrender to the undeniable bond between her and Dakaris, or will betrayal tear them apart before love has a chance to bloom?
Makenai doesn’t want to be anyone’s mate, least of all Dakaris’—an heir to a rival shifter bloodline her father is forcing her to marry. Fierce, independent, and untameable, she vows to make his life hell… until she realises he isn’t the real enemy.
Dakaris knew from the moment they were formally introduced that he wanted Makenai. But winning her trust is a battle he never expected to fight—especially when she’d rather claw his eyes out than be his wife. Yet, as danger closes in and dark secrets unravel, Dakaris makes her one he will kill anyone who tries to harm her.
Bound by a vow and trapped in an arrangement she never wanted, will Makenai let her guard down and surrender to the undeniable bond between her and Dakaris, or will betrayal tear them apart before love has a chance to bloom?
205 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 29, 2025
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About the author
LeeSha McCoy
70 books223 followersMother. Author. Wellness Blogger.
Lover of Music. Believer of Romance. Dirty Minded.
LeeSha McCoy is the author of all things African American Romance. She released her first book in 2012 and currently writes African American Urban Romance, Paranormal, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Romantic Comedy, and Steamy Contemporary Romance under the pen name Karmen Kane.
With over 40 books published to date, representation is important to her, so you will always find positive representations of black men and women in her books, with a focus on family bonds, growth, and above all, strong fiery heroines and the heroes that love the hell out of them for it.
Writing novels that make her readers 'feel' is her mission; she does not just write stories to be read, but for her readers to experience. As someone who has lived through many up and downs in her personal life, she uses those experiences in all of her stories, priding herself on the realism in her work, regardless of genre.
She began writing in the late 90's, although it was mostly song lyrics she wrote to escape her loneliness. As one of only a handful of bi-racial children living in her small hometown of Banbury, she struggled to make friends and to be accepted, so she spent most of her childhood alone.
She currently lives in England, but her family is spread all across the United States, including the states of Baltimore, Colorado, and Texas.
As a mother to four beautiful children, she spends her spare time playing Roblox and finding new places to walk with them, helping others discover self-love through her wellness blog, binge reading dirty romances, or watching food review shows on YouTube.
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Lover of Music. Believer of Romance. Dirty Minded.
LeeSha McCoy is the author of all things African American Romance. She released her first book in 2012 and currently writes African American Urban Romance, Paranormal, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Romantic Comedy, and Steamy Contemporary Romance under the pen name Karmen Kane.
With over 40 books published to date, representation is important to her, so you will always find positive representations of black men and women in her books, with a focus on family bonds, growth, and above all, strong fiery heroines and the heroes that love the hell out of them for it.
Writing novels that make her readers 'feel' is her mission; she does not just write stories to be read, but for her readers to experience. As someone who has lived through many up and downs in her personal life, she uses those experiences in all of her stories, priding herself on the realism in her work, regardless of genre.
She began writing in the late 90's, although it was mostly song lyrics she wrote to escape her loneliness. As one of only a handful of bi-racial children living in her small hometown of Banbury, she struggled to make friends and to be accepted, so she spent most of her childhood alone.
She currently lives in England, but her family is spread all across the United States, including the states of Baltimore, Colorado, and Texas.
As a mother to four beautiful children, she spends her spare time playing Roblox and finding new places to walk with them, helping others discover self-love through her wellness blog, binge reading dirty romances, or watching food review shows on YouTube.
Find her on...
https://linktr.ee/Leeshamccoy
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/leeshamccoy.7
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/leeshamccoy...
Twitter - https://twitter.com/LeeshaMcCoy
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April 2, 2025
Just Wow!
It seems that no matter how many times I read a book by LeeSha McCoy the results end up being the same every, single, time…. Outstanding. I almost threw my phone when the book ended lol. I need book two like yesterday because there is some tea that clearly needs to be clocked. Be prepared for an adventure when you read this book. It’s worth it.
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Romance: 💖💖💖💖💖
Fantasy: 🪄🪄🪄🪄🪄
Drama: 🎭🎭🎭
Would I reread: 👍🏽
It seems that no matter how many times I read a book by LeeSha McCoy the results end up being the same every, single, time…. Outstanding. I almost threw my phone when the book ended lol. I need book two like yesterday because there is some tea that clearly needs to be clocked. Be prepared for an adventure when you read this book. It’s worth it.
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Romance: 💖💖💖💖💖
Fantasy: 🪄🪄🪄🪄🪄
Drama: 🎭🎭🎭
Would I reread: 👍🏽
June 23, 2025
Great Book
This book is not only a great love story, it has really great twist and turns in it. Makenna and Dakaris journey to love is quick but they are surrounded by lies and plots that can destroy them. I am not sure what her father is up to but, it is not good and he is clearly a threat to Makenna. Dakaris is determined that he will protect her as his wife. I can’t wait to read book 2!
This book is not only a great love story, it has really great twist and turns in it. Makenna and Dakaris journey to love is quick but they are surrounded by lies and plots that can destroy them. I am not sure what her father is up to but, it is not good and he is clearly a threat to Makenna. Dakaris is determined that he will protect her as his wife. I can’t wait to read book 2!
June 24, 2025
First time reading from this author but I enjoyed. Arranged marriage shifter edition. Marriage arranged by her no good abusive secret having daddy. Luckily her husband to be is the sweetest man prepared to crash out about her. He said soon as you’re my wife ain’t nobody mistreating you. Idc who it is. I said yasss Dakaris. Somewhat enemies to lovers, but it’s only on her side. Ends on a cliffhanger.
April 17, 2025
Dakaris and Makenai
Even though it was an arranged marriage, Dakaris was ready to make Makenai happy after the first scent. Now seeing why she was so hellbent on not marrying him, I can’t wait to read part 2 because I have a feeling that Makenai’s dad did something foul and Dakaris is going to raise hell to protect her.
Even though it was an arranged marriage, Dakaris was ready to make Makenai happy after the first scent. Now seeing why she was so hellbent on not marrying him, I can’t wait to read part 2 because I have a feeling that Makenai’s dad did something foul and Dakaris is going to raise hell to protect her.
April 18, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This was my first read by this author, and it won’t be my last. I enjoyed the story and character building of this first novel…it was the perfect mix of spice, drama and an interesting story. I’m starting to like the big cat shifters, I definitely would recommend to anyone new to paranormal romance.
This was my first read by this author, and it won’t be my last. I enjoyed the story and character building of this first novel…it was the perfect mix of spice, drama and an interesting story. I’m starting to like the big cat shifters, I definitely would recommend to anyone new to paranormal romance.
March 31, 2025
yes mamm
Listen! I am so very proud of u, can’t wait for part two! Can’t wait to see my girl boss up in part two and how dakaris and his family don’t play about what belongs to them!!!
Listen! I am so very proud of u, can’t wait for part two! Can’t wait to see my girl boss up in part two and how dakaris and his family don’t play about what belongs to them!!!
March 31, 2025
Whew
It really be these manipulative parents that do you the dirtiest smh. I need book 2 asap because I’m eager to know what this man plans are and what his wife has to do with them.
It really be these manipulative parents that do you the dirtiest smh. I need book 2 asap because I’m eager to know what this man plans are and what his wife has to do with them.
April 1, 2025
love
This book was great from beginning to end and I just loved how he lived on her and in the end she realized a few things.. Thought I still had more book to go and realized I finished the book. Can’t wait for book 2!!
This book was great from beginning to end and I just loved how he lived on her and in the end she realized a few things.. Thought I still had more book to go and realized I finished the book. Can’t wait for book 2!!
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April 3, 2025Trust Worthy Love!
As always, your stories are magnificent 🧡. The intimacy is so loving, caring, and passionate! What is going on with her dad? Her mum? I love the way Dakaris made her trust him. 💕💕
As always, your stories are magnificent 🧡. The intimacy is so loving, caring, and passionate! What is going on with her dad? Her mum? I love the way Dakaris made her trust him. 💕💕
April 7, 2025
The unknown
This was a great read. I love how this storyline is different. I can't wait to see where this goes.I can't wait to see what her father is into . I do love how the mating is different which us a plus. I like them together hopefully she can heal
This was a great read. I love how this storyline is different. I can't wait to see where this goes.I can't wait to see what her father is into . I do love how the mating is different which us a plus. I like them together hopefully she can heal
April 13, 2025
Couldn’t put it down!
Loved this new world building! I also loved the dynamic between the two main characters. A wonderful and intelligent way of showing how to tear down walls with love and trust! Can’t wait for part 2!
Loved this new world building! I also loved the dynamic between the two main characters. A wonderful and intelligent way of showing how to tear down walls with love and trust! Can’t wait for part 2!
April 23, 2025
OMG
It's been a while However As always you left me speechless And sitting on the edge of my bed The sex scenes Oh my Hot and bothered LOL For those of you who are just now meeting Miss McCoy This book was amazing Thank you so much
It's been a while However As always you left me speechless And sitting on the edge of my bed The sex scenes Oh my Hot and bothered LOL For those of you who are just now meeting Miss McCoy This book was amazing Thank you so much
May 1, 2025
The BEST
This was one of her best books ever, maybe THE best. Love these characters and the storyline. I also love thst it's a shifter book (love those) without it being overbearing, it's effortlessly woven in as natural as breathing. I can't wait until the next book!
This was one of her best books ever, maybe THE best. Love these characters and the storyline. I also love thst it's a shifter book (love those) without it being overbearing, it's effortlessly woven in as natural as breathing. I can't wait until the next book!
May 2, 2025
DAKARIS!!!!
B D E!!! My goodness this was a good read! I finished this book within a day. All of this author’s books are good and you just have to keep reading until you’re finished. No spoilers, just read it!
B D E!!! My goodness this was a good read! I finished this book within a day. All of this author’s books are good and you just have to keep reading until you’re finished. No spoilers, just read it!
May 3, 2025
I’m a fan!
This is my first read by this author and I definitely enjoyed it. Loved both characters. Can’t wait to read book two. Until then I’m definitely going tead for their books from this author
This is my first read by this author and I definitely enjoyed it. Loved both characters. Can’t wait to read book two. Until then I’m definitely going tead for their books from this author
May 21, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised with this book. I thought it was gonna be a little cheesy or boring. But it really captured me and kept my attention the entire time. And it’s a cute little love story with a whole lot of smut.
June 1, 2025
New series
New series (at least to me) from LeeSha McCoy about cheetah shifters. I enjoyed book 1. While it doesn't end on a cliffhanger, it definitely ends unfinished. Enjoyable quick read for me.
New series (at least to me) from LeeSha McCoy about cheetah shifters. I enjoyed book 1. While it doesn't end on a cliffhanger, it definitely ends unfinished. Enjoyable quick read for me.
April 5, 2025
I really enjoyed this book… 5⭐️ I love paranormal books with shifters. I’m patiently waiting for part two
April 7, 2025
Great read
This was a nice read. Im eager to see what happens in book 2. Keep up the good work, i cant get enough.
This was a nice read. Im eager to see what happens in book 2. Keep up the good work, i cant get enough.
April 9, 2025
It was great
This book was something very different for me to read but I really enjoyed reading it and I can't wait to read the next book !
This book was something very different for me to read but I really enjoyed reading it and I can't wait to read the next book !
April 16, 2025
Bomb as usual!!!!
I love love love this book! The way he broke her walls down (all of them). I can’t wait for part 2!!!!
I love love love this book! The way he broke her walls down (all of them). I can’t wait for part 2!!!!
April 28, 2025
🔥🔥🔥
This was a good read I can't wait for the rest of the series. To the author you've done it again kudos
This was a good read I can't wait for the rest of the series. To the author you've done it again kudos
May 10, 2025
yessss
Leesha girl you did your big on with this. I love these two and can’t wait for me. I’m downloading part two now as we speak!
Leesha girl you did your big on with this. I love these two and can’t wait for me. I’m downloading part two now as we speak!
September 11, 2025
Enjoyed…
This is my first read by this author. I love a good paranormal romance and this one delivered. I look forward to reading more of this series.
This is my first read by this author. I love a good paranormal romance and this one delivered. I look forward to reading more of this series.
October 20, 2025
An enjoyable quick read
Can't wait to see what's the outcome as far as her dad is concerned! I am not going to speculate as to what could have changed him. I will see shortly.
Can't wait to see what's the outcome as far as her dad is concerned! I am not going to speculate as to what could have changed him. I will see shortly.
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