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Bear Canyon Brides #2
Bear Seeking Bride: Tyler
Bear shifter Tyler Mallory might be the youngest brother, but he has always been the peacekeeper. His people skills make him the obvious choice as the voice of Mallory Building, but the trips into the city leave him agitated, frustrated and lonely.
Dawn Wagner is happy for her best friend and her new husband, but with another dating disaster behind her, she knows she has to accept the truth. She’s short, extra curvy, single and unappealing to men. She’ll never find someone to love every inch of her.
Fed up with the over-confident, plastic, money grubbing women who throw themselves at him, Tyler is determined to follow his brother’s example and place an ad for a mail order bride. When his new sister suggests he meet her friend first, one look and he knows his search is over. Dawn agrees to meet Tyler, but when her worst fears come true, she knows her chance at happiness is lost forever. Tyler, however, has another plan for his beautiful soon-to-be bride.
Dawn Wagner is happy for her best friend and her new husband, but with another dating disaster behind her, she knows she has to accept the truth. She’s short, extra curvy, single and unappealing to men. She’ll never find someone to love every inch of her.
Fed up with the over-confident, plastic, money grubbing women who throw themselves at him, Tyler is determined to follow his brother’s example and place an ad for a mail order bride. When his new sister suggests he meet her friend first, one look and he knows his search is over. Dawn agrees to meet Tyler, but when her worst fears come true, she knows her chance at happiness is lost forever. Tyler, however, has another plan for his beautiful soon-to-be bride.
85 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 20, 2015
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August 9, 2016
I liked the H here. The reason why I gave this book a 3-star was because of the insecurities of the h.
The story was about Tyler (bear shifter), 32 and Dawn (human), 29.
Dawn's a web designer working from home. She's shy and very self-conscious. She wanted to get married and start a family but she was so unlucky to find the right man. She's also one of Sabrina's best friends (book 1 h).
Tyler and his two brothers own a construction company. He's the youngest and the peacemaker. Like his newly wed brother, Travis (book1 H), he wanted someone who'll love him as him and not for his money. He's thinking of placing an ad for mail-order bride like Travis did but Sabrina wanted to introduce Dawn to him.
Sabrina convinced Dawn to meet Tyler. At first, she didn't want to because she's afraid he'll reject her. Sabrina convinced her though so she went to Bear Canyon. Tyler didn't get the good first impression by being late but he had a good reason which she didn't believe at first but Tyler wanted her and won't let her go.
The story ends with HFN.
SAFETY:
The story was about Tyler (bear shifter), 32 and Dawn (human), 29.
Dawn's a web designer working from home. She's shy and very self-conscious. She wanted to get married and start a family but she was so unlucky to find the right man. She's also one of Sabrina's best friends (book 1 h).
Tyler and his two brothers own a construction company. He's the youngest and the peacemaker. Like his newly wed brother, Travis (book1 H), he wanted someone who'll love him as him and not for his money. He's thinking of placing an ad for mail-order bride like Travis did but Sabrina wanted to introduce Dawn to him.
Sabrina convinced Dawn to meet Tyler. At first, she didn't want to because she's afraid he'll reject her. Sabrina convinced her though so she went to Bear Canyon. Tyler didn't get the good first impression by being late but he had a good reason which she didn't believe at first but Tyler wanted her and won't let her go.
The story ends with HFN.
SAFETY:
October 21, 2016
"Bear Seeking Bride: Tyler" Bear Canyon Brides #2 by author Ruby Shae.
My Rating: 4 Stars....
In this second book of the Bear Canyon Brides series, we have the story of youngest brother, Tyler Mallory and sweet, shy, curvy Dawn Wagner.
Tyler is personable, friendly and a genuine sweetheart. But Tyler is also lonely. He wants a mate, love and a few cubs. Following in his older brother's footsteps, he decides he should place an add in the classifieds to find the mate of his dreams. Tyler is sick and tired of being pursued for his looks and wealthy shifter status. Between the few gold digging shifter females in town and the human groupies, Tyler is disgusted and frustrated. But before he gets the chance to place the add for a bride, his new sister-in-law wants him to meet one of her best friends, Dawn. Tyler is very happy to meet Dawn. He is so excited, he is practically planning their wedding already. I would say he is optimistic. Lol.
With a lot of cajoling from her friends, Dawn reluctantly agrees to a visit to Bear canyon to meet Tyler. However Dawn is very wary. She has has miserable luck with men and doesn't think she can take more rejection. Because of her plus size, Dawn has been the victim of some very cruel jokes. I understood her wariness and insecurities. Of course she's thinking why a wealthy, sexy, gorgeous bear shifter would want anything to do with her.
Tyler and Dawn's story was one of my favorite in the series. Not only was Tyler hot and sexy, he was protective and loving. He was charming and witty as well. Tyler only saw beauty when he met Dawn. He loved her curves. He thought she was shy but also sweet and kind. Dawn was perfect for him. Now all he had to do was convince her that she was his "forever." A lot easy said than done. Still I loved watching his patience with her as he knocked down the walls she guarded her heart with.
My only complaint with this super short story is that it was too short!
My Rating: 4 Stars....
In this second book of the Bear Canyon Brides series, we have the story of youngest brother, Tyler Mallory and sweet, shy, curvy Dawn Wagner.
Tyler is personable, friendly and a genuine sweetheart. But Tyler is also lonely. He wants a mate, love and a few cubs. Following in his older brother's footsteps, he decides he should place an add in the classifieds to find the mate of his dreams. Tyler is sick and tired of being pursued for his looks and wealthy shifter status. Between the few gold digging shifter females in town and the human groupies, Tyler is disgusted and frustrated. But before he gets the chance to place the add for a bride, his new sister-in-law wants him to meet one of her best friends, Dawn. Tyler is very happy to meet Dawn. He is so excited, he is practically planning their wedding already. I would say he is optimistic. Lol.
With a lot of cajoling from her friends, Dawn reluctantly agrees to a visit to Bear canyon to meet Tyler. However Dawn is very wary. She has has miserable luck with men and doesn't think she can take more rejection. Because of her plus size, Dawn has been the victim of some very cruel jokes. I understood her wariness and insecurities. Of course she's thinking why a wealthy, sexy, gorgeous bear shifter would want anything to do with her.
Tyler and Dawn's story was one of my favorite in the series. Not only was Tyler hot and sexy, he was protective and loving. He was charming and witty as well. Tyler only saw beauty when he met Dawn. He loved her curves. He thought she was shy but also sweet and kind. Dawn was perfect for him. Now all he had to do was convince her that she was his "forever." A lot easy said than done. Still I loved watching his patience with her as he knocked down the walls she guarded her heart with.
My only complaint with this super short story is that it was too short!
March 9, 2015
Dawns self esteem issues pretty much ruined this book. She was nearly crippled with her insecurities. At times I was frustrated and wanted to shake her. A lot.
August 14, 2016
sweet little shifter short stories. This heroine was severely self conscious and lacked self esteem.
March 10, 2015
I generally love every single book Ruby Shae writes, but this was the exception. Her self-esteem issues were too off the charts, and ended up greatly detracting from any romantic connection she made. It felt like this book wasn't as much about a romance between two people, as it was about one woman's emotional issues and inability to accept herself- except when she had a man that made a point to make her feel better about herself.
March 14, 2015
I liked it, I didn't love it. It was a quick, predictable read.
December 13, 2016
Didn't like it
June 28, 2022
Dawn and Tylor 2.5*
Tylor is a bear shifter and is about to post an add seeking a wife but before he does, his sister in law introduces him to one of her best friends and ge falls in love at first sight. The problem? Dawn has gone through a lot, heartbreaking things and doesn't trust Tylor's feelings for her.
Itan ok read
Tylor is a bear shifter and is about to post an add seeking a wife but before he does, his sister in law introduces him to one of her best friends and ge falls in love at first sight. The problem? Dawn has gone through a lot, heartbreaking things and doesn't trust Tylor's feelings for her.
Itan ok read
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November 8, 2017
This is a sweet no drama shifter story. Nothing overly exciting, and nothing overly bad. It's just a sweet shot story. Nothing to exciting.
December 7, 2020
Another great read
Enjoyed reading this book and reading about the characters and their story. Looking forward to reading more from this author.
Enjoyed reading this book and reading about the characters and their story. Looking forward to reading more from this author.
June 17, 2021
Insecurity and self-pity are two different things. This book contains a pity-party heroine. Not my thing at all.
July 21, 2022
Great book
I'm really enjoying reading Ruby Shae's books.. The more I read the more I love her books. Now off to the next book...
I'm really enjoying reading Ruby Shae's books.. The more I read the more I love her books. Now off to the next book...
July 29, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
August 16, 2025
I liked all of her books so far, just can't find some of them.
June 20, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
This sequel continues the series’ warm, relatable feel, with Tyler as a peacekeeper shifter who struggles with loneliness and jadedness. Dawn’s insecurities about her appearance resonate realistically, while their developing relationship offers a satisfying mix of humor, conflict, and hope. The story effectively explores themes of self-worth and second chances.
This sequel continues the series’ warm, relatable feel, with Tyler as a peacekeeper shifter who struggles with loneliness and jadedness. Dawn’s insecurities about her appearance resonate realistically, while their developing relationship offers a satisfying mix of humor, conflict, and hope. The story effectively explores themes of self-worth and second chances.
March 4, 2017
Dawn is Sabrina's friend and has been repeatedly harassed and abused because of her weight. Tyler is Travis's younger brother and he is desperate for the wife of his dreams. So when he talks about putting out an ad, Sabrina suggests he meet Dawn first. But first he'll have to overcome her issues.
I had a feeling going into this one that I wouldn't like it so much. I'm not a fan of women with major insecurities and Dawn was loaded with them. I swear she was crying every five minutes with hurt feelings (some of which are quite justified) but others are not - they're just situations that she has misread because of her own poor self-esteem. And on top of that she's a runner and an avoider. Argh. Tyler was pretty cute, but I found his explanation about how he knew he wanted to marry her and start a life with her as soon as he saw her picture, just a little creepy. It was also a little strange to me that Tyler idea of the perfect woman is one who needed confidence boosting - to me not an attractive quality. This one also lost several opportunities for some really sexy sex...picking her up and doing it on the counter, spontaneous sex against the closet wall (which ended up surprisingly tame). Will keep on with the series - I'm really excited to read Trent's book.
I had a feeling going into this one that I wouldn't like it so much. I'm not a fan of women with major insecurities and Dawn was loaded with them. I swear she was crying every five minutes with hurt feelings (some of which are quite justified) but others are not - they're just situations that she has misread because of her own poor self-esteem. And on top of that she's a runner and an avoider. Argh. Tyler was pretty cute, but I found his explanation about how he knew he wanted to marry her and start a life with her as soon as he saw her picture, just a little creepy. It was also a little strange to me that Tyler idea of the perfect woman is one who needed confidence boosting - to me not an attractive quality. This one also lost several opportunities for some really sexy sex...picking her up and doing it on the counter, spontaneous sex against the closet wall (which ended up surprisingly tame). Will keep on with the series - I'm really excited to read Trent's book.
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October 9, 2016
A great coffee time quick enjoyable read. You won’t be sorry.
Sometimes you just need a book that is sweet, uncomplicated and fun to read. This book was it, just a little too much insta love but the time frame forces this to happen.
Tyler is tired of woman chasing him just for his money and looks. When he meets Sabrina’s best friend Dawn he knows he has meet his mate, even if she is going to be hard work.
Dawn works from home as a web designer which has exacerbated her innate shyness. Dawn has also been extremely badly emotionally abused by men due to being overweight and believes she is not good enough for a hot shifter like her friend Sabrina has married. (Would love to get my hands on those dogfight ratbags.) My heart was sad for the way Dawn had been treated and how she saw herself.
A good story where Dawn and Tyler have to deal with Dawns trust and self-image issues but after a small hiccup all ends well due to Tyler’s stubbornness in not giving up.
Sometimes you just need a book that is sweet, uncomplicated and fun to read. This book was it, just a little too much insta love but the time frame forces this to happen.
Tyler is tired of woman chasing him just for his money and looks. When he meets Sabrina’s best friend Dawn he knows he has meet his mate, even if she is going to be hard work.
Dawn works from home as a web designer which has exacerbated her innate shyness. Dawn has also been extremely badly emotionally abused by men due to being overweight and believes she is not good enough for a hot shifter like her friend Sabrina has married. (Would love to get my hands on those dogfight ratbags.) My heart was sad for the way Dawn had been treated and how she saw herself.
A good story where Dawn and Tyler have to deal with Dawns trust and self-image issues but after a small hiccup all ends well due to Tyler’s stubbornness in not giving up.
December 27, 2015
I really loved this 2nd in the series. I felt sooo bad for Dawn. My heart broke for her. There is a huge reason she is the way she is. I really don't blame her at all. Dogfights? Really? Disgusting! :( Tyler was sweet and so nice. They are perfect for each other. He was good stuff for her and sexy as hell to boot! He knew what she needed. He wasn't sure he could deliver sometimes but once he realized what she had been through he knew what he had to do and it was rather sweet. :) Trent was still kind of a jerk. LOL. He wasn't as bad as Travis's story. I can't wait to read about him. He needs someone to can dish it out and put him in his place and love him! Someone sassy! I can think of the perfect woman....Caroline anyone? LOL.
November 28, 2015
Destiny
Dawn and Tyler's story was good.
She is the chubby curvaceous girl who feels she is less than other women. Circumstances have proven that people see her as less than.
Tyler wants to settle down. He is the youngest of his two siblings. He wants what his middle brother has...his mate and happiness. Other women throw themselves at him day in and day out, but they only want his money. Maybe he needs to place an ad...like his brother did. Could that scenario happen twice.
I wish Ruby Shae would write a full size story. Her current short stories are very good, but I believe she could do so much better if she made a whole book. I know she has great material. I prefer full stories. Also, there is no epilogue....and it is needed.
Dawn and Tyler's story was good.
She is the chubby curvaceous girl who feels she is less than other women. Circumstances have proven that people see her as less than.
Tyler wants to settle down. He is the youngest of his two siblings. He wants what his middle brother has...his mate and happiness. Other women throw themselves at him day in and day out, but they only want his money. Maybe he needs to place an ad...like his brother did. Could that scenario happen twice.
I wish Ruby Shae would write a full size story. Her current short stories are very good, but I believe she could do so much better if she made a whole book. I know she has great material. I prefer full stories. Also, there is no epilogue....and it is needed.
August 20, 2015
Even though I gave it a low rating, it was not bad. But since I rate books that I think are ok a 3 star and they have a lot more substance, a short story like this needs to be really good to get 3 or more stars. Anyway the story is a super quick, here meet my friend and marry her on Sunday plot. Heroines mega insecurities and the thing about the Hero not being able to go into town without being accosted by women annoyed me. Hence 2 stars vs 3. Otherwise, the hero was really sweet.
Safety gang safe.
Safety gang safe.
March 4, 2015
Tyler was about to put an personal ad out himself like his brother Travis did, but his sister-in-law Sabrina convinced to meet her friend Dawn first. She believes they are perfect for each other.
Dawn's confidence has taken a hit after hit from men who are jerks. She is about to give up. But her friend Sabrina has convinced her to meet her brother-in-law Tyler.
They are perfect together, they just to help each other see that before they lose each other.
This was sweet and sexy.
Dawn's confidence has taken a hit after hit from men who are jerks. She is about to give up. But her friend Sabrina has convinced her to meet her brother-in-law Tyler.
They are perfect together, they just to help each other see that before they lose each other.
This was sweet and sexy.
March 16, 2015
i really really love this book. Dawn poor thing. I understand where she is coming from. wanting to hide inside. then she thinks she has really connected with TYLER and miss understands the barking of people in town. She thinks they are saying she is ugly and not worthy of him. This book is not only a good read, it also talks a lot about what is going on out there in the word without being preachy. This is a 5 star for me and boy oh boy would i like to meet Tyler myself.
March 23, 2015
I am really enjoying this series. This one is about Tyler, a shape shifter bear who wants a bride, after he saw how happy his brother was he wants the same thing. Just a family to love and to love him. Dawn is not very confident in her looks. She is a plus size woman who was treated very badly in her relationships. When they meet the fireworks begin. I am so glad to see they get there happy ending.
February 22, 2015
Very very good!!
I love it his series! It is short but it is so engaging and so much fun to read!!! Tyler and Dawn are precious together! Dawn has to be my favorite character so far! She is so sweet and just needed a strong man to believe in her and Tyler is the perfect man for her! I can't wait for Trent's story next!
I love it his series! It is short but it is so engaging and so much fun to read!!! Tyler and Dawn are precious together! Dawn has to be my favorite character so far! She is so sweet and just needed a strong man to believe in her and Tyler is the perfect man for her! I can't wait for Trent's story next!
November 27, 2015
Excellent
Tyler and Dawn's story was a great read. Ms. Shame captured the lack of self-confidence BBW's often have to contend with due to the verbal beatings they take due to their appearance. I love how these women find that one man who can appreciate and or require their curves. It is definitely a fabulous spin for romance.
Tyler and Dawn's story was a great read. Ms. Shame captured the lack of self-confidence BBW's often have to contend with due to the verbal beatings they take due to their appearance. I love how these women find that one man who can appreciate and or require their curves. It is definitely a fabulous spin for romance.
March 7, 2015
Good but not great
I had a bit of an issue with Dawn being ready to get married so quickly despite not having hashed out her self doubts and scarred last. Of course this was all addressed later but it still seemed like quite a rushed courting period. Nonetheless this was still a delightful read with a nice HEA.
I had a bit of an issue with Dawn being ready to get married so quickly despite not having hashed out her self doubts and scarred last. Of course this was all addressed later but it still seemed like quite a rushed courting period. Nonetheless this was still a delightful read with a nice HEA.
March 11, 2015
Bear Seeking Bride: Tyler
Tyler was desperate for a bride,after he saw how happy his brother was he wanted the same thing.Dawn was very shy and not very confident in her looks because she is a plus size woman.Tyler sees past all of that and wants her anyway.The story is like a fairy tale come true.Read the book,it is good.
Tyler was desperate for a bride,after he saw how happy his brother was he wanted the same thing.Dawn was very shy and not very confident in her looks because she is a plus size woman.Tyler sees past all of that and wants her anyway.The story is like a fairy tale come true.Read the book,it is good.
March 17, 2015
Bear Seeking Bride: Tyler:(BBW MAIL ORDER BRIDE PARANORMAL SHAPESHIFTER ROMANCE ) by RUBY SHAE
A sweet little sexy romp with a BBW who's love life brings doubts about love and the SHAPESHIFTER Bear who shows his love for her. I enjoyed the quick read as it continues with the brothers in this series.
A sweet little sexy romp with a BBW who's love life brings doubts about love and the SHAPESHIFTER Bear who shows his love for her. I enjoyed the quick read as it continues with the brothers in this series.
April 2, 2015
There really wasn't a story here. Hot guy/bear wants a curvy girl and his sister in law happens to have a friend. Pretty, curvy girl with massive self esteem issues wants to find love- sparks fly when they meet and they almost immediately fall into bed.
There is little/no character development. The story line is them having sex and a silly misunderstanding having her run for the hills.
There is little/no character development. The story line is them having sex and a silly misunderstanding having her run for the hills.
April 2, 2015
Standalone Shifter book.
Kindle Unlimited. Standalone book in series. This book is about a brother from book 1. No cliffhanger!
She is a plus sized woman who had given up on finding a man. He is a bear shifter who is thinking about placing an add for a bride. But his brother's new woman has a friend she wants him to meet. Will they be a match? Cute and hot short read.
Kindle Unlimited. Standalone book in series. This book is about a brother from book 1. No cliffhanger!
She is a plus sized woman who had given up on finding a man. He is a bear shifter who is thinking about placing an add for a bride. But his brother's new woman has a friend she wants him to meet. Will they be a match? Cute and hot short read.
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