Sweet Defective Wolf

I Want to Bite on Your Ears #3

by Marcy Jacks

[Siren Everlasting Classic ManLove: Erotic Alternative Paranormal Romance, M/M, werewolves, HEA]

Flynn Howard has spent most of his life on the street. Being a defective werewolf means that no pack will take him in. It's nearing the winter holidays, the snow is getting ready to fall, and Flynn is hungry.

Then he meets Tanner Ford when trying to steal his wallet from him.

When Flynn realized the man he tried to pickpocket was another werewolf, he ran, but Tanner chases him down. When Flynn wakes up, warm and clean, and not smelling of sex, he has to wonder what Tanner's game is, and why the man wants to spoil someone as unworthy as him.

Tanner knows his mate when he smells him, even if the younger man is a defect. He doesn't care. His mate is clearly on his own, malnourished, and Tanner is taking him back to his pack so he can show Flynn that he has a permanent home, and if he wants, a life with Tanner.

Genres: M M Romance, Paranormal, Shapeshifters, Romance, M M Paranormal, Werewolves, Novella

121 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 10, 2015

About the author

Marcy Jacks lives and works in Ontario, Canada where she is fervently pursuing the writer's life while writing about lots of gorgeous guys. She loves hearing from readers and you can reach her at authormarcyjacks@gmail.com.

Reviews

[Hc · Rating 3 out of 5]

How's the irony that in around the last ten pages that wannabe writer Flynn thinks to himself on plot that a couple needs one hard moment of bleakness for the lovers to emerge stronger. I didn't FEEL that in this book. But it's still a cute read don't get me wrong. I just didn't feel like there was that 'overcome and conquer' moment.

[Phaney · Rating 3 out of 5]

I just love rescue stories – and this one is as cute as it gets. Funny, too.

In fact, I was pretty much completely happy with this story until it began to drag a little. The delay of sex worked in the story’s favour but when it did start up, well, everything else lost some of the glow for me.
Not that it was bad in any way. Just, together with all the summarizing and fast forwarding, and the lack of a story climax (as amusing as it is to have one of the characters worrying about this very thing for his own writing), my interest ebbed to the point where I ended up rushing through the final sex scene.
Still nice and all, just nothing new in there.

[Lizzie · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars. Soft, sweet, fluffy read. Another story that doesn't stray too far from the growing relationship of the MC's. The conflict was anti-climatic.

[Dee · Rating 3 out of 5]

3 stars I guess

Sequel to I Want to Bite on Your Ears I Want to Bite on Your Ears 1 and Foxy-Eared Devil I Want to Bite on Your Ears 2

This isn't a bad series - it's managing to keep to a sort of standalone status per book entry in that there's no underlying series plot arc that I can tell, so if it disappears it's not going to bug me and if it carries on I don't feel resentful that I have to read every book for continuity. On that basis alone I'm inclined to stick with it since I appreciate the lack of pressure while enjoying the familiarity of characters and setting.

It refers to deeply traumatic/abusive events in a glossed over fluffy way - I can live with this, it's Siren-inc, I'm not expecting psychological counselling. On the other hand it's not terribly believable that Flynn would be so comfortable with sex and some readers might have issues with his easy acceptance of Tanner, destined mates and all. It's candyfloss basically, take it or leave it. (I quite enjoy candyfloss as long as I brush my teeth afterwards)

[Elena · Rating 3 out of 5]

After I Want to Bite on Your Ears and Foxy-Eared Devil from this series, I knew what to expect from Sweet Defective Wolf and I wasn't disappointed.

Sweet, abused, formerly homeless Flynn and strong, possessive but also kind-hearted Tanner - just the trope I really like!

I liked the Christmas/Hanukkah references and the guys' romantic gestures. The only thing this part lacked was a real "black moment" before the conclusion.

Still smutty as hell! :D

[Asynia · Rating 4 out of 5]

3,5 stars rounded up to 4.

I liked Tanner from the previous two books and I'm happy that he turned out to be as strong and heroic as he showed signs of being in those books. "Defective" wolf-(non)shifter Flynn had had a really horrible life and needed and deserved to be rescued by a wolf in shining armor such as Tanner.

Again, I liked the MCs and thought that they worked well together, but I didn't care for the less likable members of the shifter pack. Maybe it's because I read these three books back-to-back in less than 24 hours, but I feel that I'm done with this series, at least for now, so I'm not sorry that there aren't any more books in this series at present. I'm not sure if it was me or the book, but I felt that it kind of sagged towards the end and that's why it was only really a 3,5 to me.

This being said, I still enjoyed reading this book and I like that the dynamics between Tanner and Flynn was different from the ones between the previous pairs (that was different form each other as well). Another good pairing!

[~RMG · Rating 2 out of 5]

Meh...

[—kyu♡ · Rating 3 out of 5]

Buen título, buen título.
Flynn es definitivamente un dulce lobo, es demasiado tierno para mi salud mental y su relación con Tanner, a pesar de todo lo que siempre crítico de los romances con mucho sexo y una pequeña historia detrás, es adorable.
Nunca esperé que Tanner luego de cómo era en el primer libro pudiera evolucionar a esto, y sí, me encanta.
Quisiera más libros de esta serie, solo porque son adorables.

[D. · Rating 4 out of 5]

DI buku pertama, Tanner memandang sebelah mata dengan shifter yg defect. Memperlakukan Charlie dengan buruk pada saat mereka pertama kali bertemu. Agak kesel juga sih sm Tanner ini. Tp di buku ini sikap dia berubah 180 derajat dan sikapnya dia ke Flynn itu sweet banget.

[Paula Sofiaa · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5
To much cutenes, I really enjoyed it.

[Eriserato · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was really looking forward to this book because it was Tanner's story but it was another meh read. I did find Flynn to be really cute though in the beginning. Also, the beginning of the book was interesting with the mated pairs first meeting and Flynn trying to warm up to everyone. But that's about the only good thing. Anywho, here are the top issues I had with the book:

- Defect. I really wish there was another term for them that wasn't derogatory. It's funny because I think Tanner says this exact thing in the book because he doesn't want to be insulting but apparently shifters have no other word for it.

- After the "big drama" with Duncan is resolved the book gets really boring. The rest of it is mainly about Flynn and Tanner's new life together and how they're settling in and whatnot but ugh. The writing was stale mostly due to the fact that the author had the characters ramble on about random things for way too long. For example on page 115 (I was reading on my phone so this might be different for other formats) Tanner and Flynn are having a discussion. Flynn is worried that he should be watching tv with Tanner and not reading, even though he doesn't like watching tv. It's already a pretty lame topic right? Yet the conversation goes on for way too long with Tanner assuring Flynn that he can read if he wants and Flynn still worrying about it. Like...really? I understand wanting to show us sweet moments of them hanging out together but it was written in a way that just put me to sleep and made me wonder why I was reading about this topic at all. It may sound like a small complaint but because there was no other drama or conflict and we were just getting a fast-forward of their holiday season, the whole last section was just uninteresting.

- In regards to there being no other conflict there actually was a little argument that Flynn has with some prejudiced pack members towards the end. It's funny because right before this happens, Flynn talks about a popular story he's writing and how he needs to figure out a "big moment" to write about that tests the story couples bond and makes them stronger if they get through it. So it was obvious foreshadowing to the little conflict that was about to happen. But that's just it. It was a little conflict where Flynn "stands up for himself" (really he just antagonizes them while Tanner listens on from the bushes), not a big moment. Compared to the other books it was just a lackluster ending conflict that just left me saying "That's it?".

- I found it weird that Flynn's past about being sexually assaulted was glossed over. Especially since Tanner - and Flynn himself - were so concerned about it in the beginning of the book. Yet when we actually get to hear about what happened Flynn just says it in an offhand manner and it's not brought up again. So instead of this being a trauma that could possibly be explored, it just felt like another pity grab to make the readers feel sorry for Flynn without actually dealing with the repercussions of trying to mate with someone who has such a history.

- This ties in with the above. The first time they have sex Tanner goes on this paragraph-long monologue about how he's not going to ask if Flynn was comfortable. I know the author meant it to mean that Tanner didn't want to treat Flynn like broken glass and make him uncomfortable by constantly asking if he was okay. But the way it was written just made Tanner seem like a gigantic douche-bag. Like once he got inside Flynn he was just so "overcome with wolfy passion" that he couldn't take the time out to check in with his mate (WHO HAS A HISTORY OF SEXUAL ASSAULT). The whole scene just irked me. Don't give your characters these types of backgrounds just to cheapen it by not dealing with any of the consequences. I understand recovering/recovery methods for people who have been sexually assaulted can differ but if that was the case I would have liked to at least have Flynn talk about how he's come to terms with it and is okay now. Instead of it just being zipped over like it was no big deal.

I feel like I should stop reading these books because I'm just turning super bitter. But no! I will persevere and check out another series (maybe one of the dragon ones?).

[Nessa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just love, love, love, this series, and this book was so freaking cute!!! I was especially happy to see that Tanner finds his mate, because he was my kind of man. Sexy, with long hair, and just, wow. :) I always feel for these defective wolves because they have such a very hard and painful life. Humans accept them but the shifters do not. I was also excited to see Mason and Dane back in the story with Charlie and Parker. I'm not much on the hunting thing with a gun, but that's just me. Once Flynn calmed down with Tanner I just sat back and enjoyed how their extraordinary relationship unfolded. I was elated to see that they had many happy moments together, and I found myself smiling as I read page after page. Oh, but feel free to get rid of Charlie and Mason's mother. Ugh! That's a really sick woman. Other than that this was an adorable and enchanting read. :) Where can I find a Tanner?! :)

[Virginia Lee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Flynn is trying to support himself and get away from the abuse he receive from the street. When he finds his mark Tanner and try to steel his wallet. Flynn relazie his mistake right away the Tanner is a wolf. Tanner can't believe that he has found his mate and has run from him. He goes to his friends for help search for Flynn. He takes Flynn home with him and trys to get him comfortable around him and the pack. Tanner doesn't care that Flynn is defect, he just see Flynn. They have their up and downs with their relationship. Will the pack and others finally accept that their are more out there to care for. Was a little short on the story length, but awesome read.

OVERALL IMPRESSION OF THE BOOK:This is a must read and awesome add to the series.

[TT · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was an enjoyable installment to the series and so far the one I’ve liked best. I’m almost tempted to give it 3.5 stars but there are hits and misses within the story itself so in the end I’ll go with a good 3 stars. Liked the couple, loved the rescue aspects, enjoyed Tanner coming into his own though I found Flynn a little disagreeable and I didn’t exactly like him at times. Wish this had come out sooner since it’s a holiday themed book, but I enjoyed it nonetheless!

[~SexyBookWorm~ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very cute story. my only disappointment was that I wished Flynn and Tanner had had children during the book.
I find it interesting that this is the second out of three defect characters that were homeless. It might be interesting if there was a shifter series based on a group of homeless omegas who find their mates.

[Tj · Rating 3 out of 5]

Again this is a cute story. I like that there is the thought of how being a defective causes all sorts of issues. It adds a little more to the story. It still is a fun story. It is a "fluffy" story and I liked it as such.

[Beth doesn't write enough reviews · Rating 3 out of 5]

Basically Prince Charming.

Flynn is rescued from the streets by Tanner then spoiled rotten. I felt more hero worship than love. No drama, no angst. Werewolf lite.

Three stars because I enjoyed it but I'm done with Marcy Jacks. I'm more interested in authors who write real stories.

[Gina · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love it. This series is amazing :)

[Elayne · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love shifter stories and I also love books with a different slant on the expected. This ticks all the boxes for me. Looking forward to more.

[Julie scott · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sweet Defective Wolf [I Want to Bite Your Ears 3]

Loved it I was great and I can't wait to read more as good as this....And I hope it's soon...

[Lilladii · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.9/3.0 stars. It was short very simple but, it was kinda cute.

[Mj · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.5
Start was good, but I lost interest after a while. Don't know if it was the mood I'm in, but wasn't really for me

[Moomba · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars