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Cuddle Bear
Bear Pressley was seventeen when he went to prison for killing a cop. He was twenty-seven when he learned how to hold a woman.
Ten years behind bars taught Bear how to survive—how to shut off his emotions, how to wait for revenge, how to plan for the day he’d settle the score with the best friend who betrayed him.
What prison didn’t teach him was how to love.
Fresh out and desperate for money, Bear agrees to an unusual filling in for a professional cuddler at a Galentine’s Day event for single women. The rules are simple—no sex, no emotions, no complications.
Then he meets Kenyatta, an event planner, single mother, and the first woman to look at Bear like he’s more than his worst mistake. Kenyatta sees something dangerous and tender in him. When Bear asks her to teach him how to do the job—how to touch, comfort, and connect—lines blur fast.
But Kenyatta has a past of her own.
She’s the ex of D’Angelo—the man who set Bear up, stole his freedom, and ruined his life. And the child Bear has grown to love? She belongs to his enemy.
Now Bear must revenge on the man who took everything from him… or the family he never thought he’d deserve. This Valentine’s Day, love isn’t safe. But it might be worth the risk.
Ten years behind bars taught Bear how to survive—how to shut off his emotions, how to wait for revenge, how to plan for the day he’d settle the score with the best friend who betrayed him.
What prison didn’t teach him was how to love.
Fresh out and desperate for money, Bear agrees to an unusual filling in for a professional cuddler at a Galentine’s Day event for single women. The rules are simple—no sex, no emotions, no complications.
Then he meets Kenyatta, an event planner, single mother, and the first woman to look at Bear like he’s more than his worst mistake. Kenyatta sees something dangerous and tender in him. When Bear asks her to teach him how to do the job—how to touch, comfort, and connect—lines blur fast.
But Kenyatta has a past of her own.
She’s the ex of D’Angelo—the man who set Bear up, stole his freedom, and ruined his life. And the child Bear has grown to love? She belongs to his enemy.
Now Bear must revenge on the man who took everything from him… or the family he never thought he’d deserve. This Valentine’s Day, love isn’t safe. But it might be worth the risk.
152 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 14, 2026
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June 14, 2026
Hmmm
Pretty good intro to this author and I enjoyed the characters. There's seems to be a lot more going on here especially with the revelations from before Bear was locked up. I may be reading the sequel to this book.
Pretty good intro to this author and I enjoyed the characters. There's seems to be a lot more going on here especially with the revelations from before Bear was locked up. I may be reading the sequel to this book.
February 17, 2026
Cwuddly Bear!!
I loved Bear, Kenyatta, and especially Munchy. Imagine going to jail as a teen after being setup and spending 10 years in prison. Bear wasn’t a bad person, he just needed love. Who knew after getting out, he would find instant love. He took to Kenyatta and Munchy quickly; already looking at them as his wife and daughter. I’m glad he stepped up and wanted to protect them. Finding out some hidden secrets almost broke him, but Kenyatta wouldn’t let him fall. Munchy was protective over her Cwuddly Bear, and I loved their relationship. Also, the way Michelle did what needed to be done for both Bear and Kenyatta. She’s a real one! I loved how the Gullah Geechee sayings were placed in the beginning of the book too. This was a great story!
I loved Bear, Kenyatta, and especially Munchy. Imagine going to jail as a teen after being setup and spending 10 years in prison. Bear wasn’t a bad person, he just needed love. Who knew after getting out, he would find instant love. He took to Kenyatta and Munchy quickly; already looking at them as his wife and daughter. I’m glad he stepped up and wanted to protect them. Finding out some hidden secrets almost broke him, but Kenyatta wouldn’t let him fall. Munchy was protective over her Cwuddly Bear, and I loved their relationship. Also, the way Michelle did what needed to be done for both Bear and Kenyatta. She’s a real one! I loved how the Gullah Geechee sayings were placed in the beginning of the book too. This was a great story!
March 7, 2026
good insta love with drama and depth
I loved this book but I’m not going to lie, the end made me want more. I started to get over Bear and Ks love story (it was beautiful, sexy, all the things) so I wanted to see it through - but the end got me ready for book 2,3,4 etc. I love how you ended a story while adding more instead of a cliffhanger to introduce another series. Thank you!!
I loved this book but I’m not going to lie, the end made me want more. I started to get over Bear and Ks love story (it was beautiful, sexy, all the things) so I wanted to see it through - but the end got me ready for book 2,3,4 etc. I love how you ended a story while adding more instead of a cliffhanger to introduce another series. Thank you!!
March 23, 2026
3.6⭐️
March 7, 2026
Cuddling is for grown folks
I was pleasantly surprised. This book kept my interest. It was well written. As fast as the romance happened it was believable. I especially, enjoyed how Bear was tough and vulnerable at the same time. I look forward to reading more of this author’s work.
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I was pleasantly surprised. This book kept my interest. It was well written. As fast as the romance happened it was believable. I especially, enjoyed how Bear was tough and vulnerable at the same time. I look forward to reading more of this author’s work.
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The official Dcbookreviewer
March 1, 2026
Cuddle Bear
Awww such a cute, fast paced love story. I’m glad that Bear and Kenny got there happily ever after. I didn’t mind reading in the geechie accent, It was just enough and easy to understand even without the meanings chart at the beginning of the book.
Awww such a cute, fast paced love story. I’m glad that Bear and Kenny got there happily ever after. I didn’t mind reading in the geechie accent, It was just enough and easy to understand even without the meanings chart at the beginning of the book.
March 4, 2026
Love Love Love
Okay I love this story and decided to explore the Author”s catalog based off this book it was my first time reading from her!!! Me a Bear go together!! However the story doesn’t seem complete and I would love to learn more about the cousin I want more!!!
Okay I love this story and decided to explore the Author”s catalog based off this book it was my first time reading from her!!! Me a Bear go together!! However the story doesn’t seem complete and I would love to learn more about the cousin I want more!!!
March 5, 2026
loved it
Loved this book! Im familiar with the Gullah geechie so it was nice to have a lil story about them in a way! Look forward to the rest of the series! Wish the book was longer too! Ugh Bear is just a dream fr lovedddd him and Kenyatta! Encore! Encore!
Loved this book! Im familiar with the Gullah geechie so it was nice to have a lil story about them in a way! Look forward to the rest of the series! Wish the book was longer too! Ugh Bear is just a dream fr lovedddd him and Kenyatta! Encore! Encore!
March 1, 2026
A quick read that gets to the point. Bear loves fiercely & Kenyatta doesn't take shit. This has been a long time coming and I cannot wait for the rest of their story.
June 7, 2026
What a cute quick story. I didn’t mind the pacing and how the couple handles themselves. Filled with drama, insta love, vulnerability, plot twist and more Cuddle Bear took me on a ride. Love me some Bear and his twist surprised me. We don’t get many books with MMCs like him. He was lovable, respectful, protective and hot. Ken knew what she wanted and the way she handled his with care and consent absolutely perfect. Munchy stole the show. Absolutely adorable and kids know. Lastly, being from SC and going SCSU with people from Charleston brought back great memories.
May 9, 2026
Cute 🥰 quick read. Can’t wait till the sequel (hopefully there will be one)
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