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What happens when two becomes three? Find out in this short story, when alpha wolf Ty Hawthorne stays home to watch the baby while his mate Lana goes for a girls’ night out – wolf style. What could possibly go wrong under the desert moon? A whimsical werewolf tale of love, friendship, and new beginnings featuring the characters you love from Twin Moon Ranch.

*This 11,00 word SHORT STORY can be read as a stand-alone story or as a follow-up to Desert Moon and Desert Hunt. You don’t need to have read any other books in the Wolves of Twin Moon Ranch series to enjoy the sexy, dangerous, or sentimental moments of this tale. It is a complete, stand-alone story (no cliffhanger; not part of a continuing serial) that takes place after the events of Desert Wolf 1 and 2. Includes adults content; intended for mature audiences.*

50 pages, ebook

First published September 10, 2015

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Anna Lowe

123 books501 followers
USA Today and Amazon best-selling author Anna Lowe loves putting the "hero" back into heroine and letting location ignite a passionate romance. She likes a heroine who is independent, intelligent, and imperfect — a woman who's doing just fine on her own. But give the heroine a good man (not to mention a chance to overcome her own inhibitions) and she'll never turn down the chance for adventure, nor shy away from danger.

On any given weekend, you might find her hiking in the mountains or hunched over her laptop, working on her latest story. Either way, the day will end with a chunk of dark chocolate and a good read.

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Profile Image for Angela (Angel's Book Nook).
1,678 reviews975 followers
December 6, 2024
Desert Wolf 3 is a short novella where we return to Twin Moon Ranch and the lives of it’s Alpha pair Ty and Lana.

This novella gives you a nice taste of the authors writing, characters, and world created. I recommend reading Desert Moon first since that is where we first meet Ty and Lana. Do you have to have read it first no, but it helps you get a fuller understanding of their feelings and life.

Desert Wolf 3 was a sweet return to Twin Moon Ranch and seeing Ty taking care of his baby girl all by himself for the first time. While his mate Lana got some much need wolf time/run with her friend Rae who is introduced in Desert Hunt. It was nice to see that vulnerable side to the Alpha of Twin Moon Ranch as well as both ending up facing their own situations with the help of their friends.

What I love best about Anna Lowe is how vividly and in great detail she writes. She also gets the emotional journey of her characters down pat. As the reader you end up feeling what they feel and understand their inner dilemmas. They are the same things we all end up worrying about at one point or another in our lives.

I just love this series. It is one I highly recommend reading, especially if you are a wolf fan.

*Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy free of charge from the author Anne Lowe with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.

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Profile Image for Tanya Brown.
384 reviews7 followers
September 9, 2015
I received this book from the author for an honest review. I haven't yet read a book of Anna's that I haven't loved. Ty, big bad rough tough alpha is home babysitting his 4 month old daughter while his wife Lana is out for a girl's night with Rae. Complications arise as each encounters a situation that could be dealt with a lot easier if they were together. Both face their situation with help from their friends with the other spouse none the wiser. Just love the TWIN MOON RANCH series. Oh, and we get to meet another 'species' that I hope Anna is planning on incorporating into having their own stories. Great Job!!!
Profile Image for Linda.
2,042 reviews64 followers
September 14, 2015
Lana´s taking a girls night out, leaving Ty alone with their baby. It should be ok, right?
A quick, short read in the Twin Moon Ranch series, with fluff and smut in a great combo.
I was given a copy to review, and loved returning to our Shifters in the desert. =)
Profile Image for Shayay.
2,809 reviews55 followers
June 22, 2018
This is a cute one! Ty watches the baby, while Lana has a girl's night out. This is a sweet read, and it was great to see Ty stepping up to help Lana. He's such a sweetheart! Love these short stories with glimpses into Lana and Ty's life. They are too cute, and you can feel how much they love each other. Love all of these stories!
4,856 reviews10 followers
April 14, 2018
Good

Enjoyed this the third book and nice to see familiar characters and continuation of the storyline. Looking forward to next one.
Profile Image for Elizabeth Neal.
1,808 reviews147 followers
September 10, 2015
I love these inside looks Anna gives us on Ty and Lana. In this one, Lana is having a girl's night out with Rae. Her first one since Tana was born. Actually, since before Tana was born. Lana and Rae are going to get all wolfy and go for a run. Ty will be watching Tana for the first time by himself. He's an excellent father and is a very hands-on Dad with everything Tana related. But, Lana has always been nearby. Of course, he's nervous and he's also going to miss his mate, but he knows she needs this and wants her to have it. Lana is just as reluctant to leave Ty and Tana, but knows her wolf needs to be let out to play.

Lana and Rae have a great run, that is until they come across three cougar shifters on their land. Things get pretty tense for a bit. Thankfully, between Lana and Rae, they're able to keep all three cougars calm and are able to figure out the situation and resolve it. You'll want to read the book and get the full story. It's worth it.

Ty and Tana are getting along great, even though Ty is really missing his mate. But it was sweet reading about his one on one time with Tana and also hot as he remembered when he and Lana created Tana. He is completely in love with his mate and daughter. Of course, things are never that simple because someone, Audrey *cough cough tramp*, is completely dense, has no boundaries and decides to visit Ty, because he might be "lonely." Yes, she actually says this to the mated Alpha while he's holding his daughter. Thankfully, Ty is able to get rid of her and hopefully he finally got his point across. He's never been interested in her, he'll never be interested in her, he loves his mate, only wants his mate, and Audrey is wasting her time. I don't think I'm the only one that wants to reach through the book and beat the crap out of her. Oh my gosh, go away. Please. Go far, far away, Audrey. I feel bad for her future mate. Can you imagine his reaction when he finds out how "friendly" she likes to be? Then again, wolf shifters are sexual creatures, so it might not faze him at all. Heck, he could be the male version of Audrey. But, I have to admit, I'm kind of hoping he's the exact opposite of her, because I want to watch her prove herself, her love, to him and maybe have an epiphany of how her past behavior has impacted others. *insert evil laugh*

I love this series. I hope it continues on for a long time to come. I also hope we continue to get these peeks into Ty and Lana's life. I'd love to get one on Cody and Heather as well. *hint hint Anna* ;-)

**I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.**
Profile Image for Sherill.
1,296 reviews38 followers
September 8, 2015
CAPTIVATING & ROMANTIC!

DESERT WOLF 3-The Wolves of Twin Moon Ranch-A delightful story of danger and sizzling romance.

This story features Lana and Rae, two beautiful, sassy she-wolves; Ty-the powerful Alpha; the beloved baby Tana.

What you'll find in this story; awesome impressive and engaging characters, fabulous story-line, powerful and picturesque scene descriptions, superb banter, a risk-taking deed, gripping-suspense, heart-throbbing pulsating romance, and a melt your heart conclusion leaving you wanting more.

Ty is at home watching baby Tana and hopes the girls are okay out alone. While Lana and Rae are running and feeling lighthearted in their wolf form, they stumble upon unexpected danger in their territory. Not wanting to howl for assistance, they decide to resolve the situation on their own.....

FANTASTIC fast paced well written read by a truly gifted author. I relished this story from start to finish; a most uplifting read. The characters are convincing as well as praise-worthy. Ty takes much joy in entertaining his precious daughter; Lana and Rae prove to be valiant heroines. If you dote on shifter stories with spine-tingling romance, hair-raising danger, and awesome characters this book/series is certainly an excellent choice for your library. {I was gifted a copy of this e-book for a thoroughly truthful review}. In the world of shifters the possibilities are endless and always fascinating. Without reservations I highly recommend this book and series.
895 reviews
September 11, 2015
I WAS GIVEN THIS BOOK FOR AN HONEST REVIEW AND THIS IS MY HONEST OPINION .... OVER 18 READING
YOU WILL ENJOY THIS BOOK AS EACH PAIR HAVE TO MAKE SO MANY NEW DECISIONS...
THIS BOOK IS ONE IN A MILLION . I LOVE SHIFTER BOOKS BUT ABOUT EVERYONE HAS ALPHA MALES AND STRONG WOMEN WHO LOVE THEM....AND RAISE THE YOUNG, I NEVER THOUGHT THAT YOU WOULD EVER HAVE A ROLE SWITCH. Alpha male Ty Hawthorne (wolf shifter, head of Twin Moon Ranch) stays home with 4 month old daughter Tana, for the first time, and mate/mother Lana and friend Rae got to go out on a wolf run on the ranch, first time since Lana got pregnant, for the night. Now the fun gets to begin , if you have been lucky enough to follow Anna Lowe 's Twin Moon Ranch series you know a lot of the wolves from Twin Moon Ranch and what they are like, but who will come out to play and what kind of trouble will they cause or try to cause? Now Rae is also leaving her alpha Zack on his on for the night. But you know that these girls are not going to get to run and look at the stars till they are done and go home, because there always has to be a problem out on that huge ranch away from where everyone else is. But it is the what will happen/ who will cause it/ where are they from that begins the fun. Of course you could look at it a different way, Lana and Rae are both wife/mates of alpha's (strong and protective of their mates) and they love them but like this night out alone so what will they do? Can they handle the problem , will they even try or will they call for help?
Profile Image for Sherill.
1,296 reviews38 followers
January 3, 2016
CAPTIVATING & STEAM ROMANCE-THIS REVIEW WAS POSTED IN SEPTEMBER OF 2015 AND DISAPPEARED-

DESERT WOLF 3-The Wolves of Twin Moon Ranch-A delightful story of danger and sizzling romance.

This story features Lana and Rae, two beautiful, sassy she-wolves; Ty-the powerful Alpha; the beloved baby Tana.

What you'll find in this story; awesome impressive and engaging characters, fabulous story-line, powerful and picturesque scene descriptions, superb banter, a risk-taking deed, gripping-suspense, heart-throbbing pulsating romance, and a melt your heart conclusion leaving you wanting more.

Ty is at home watching baby Tana and hopes the girls are okay out alone. While Lana and Rae are running and feeling lighthearted in their wolf form, they stumble upon unexpected danger in their territory. Not wanting to howl for assistance, they decide to resolve the situation on their own.....

FANTASTIC fast paced well written read by a truly gifted author. I relished this story from start to finish; a most uplifting read. The characters are convincing as well as praise-worthy. Ty takes much joy in entertaining his precious daughter; Lana and Rae prove to be valiant heroines. If you dote on shifter stories with spine-tingling romance, hair-raising danger, and awesome characters this book/series is certainly an excellent choice for your library. {I was gifted a copy of this e-book for a thoroughly truthful review}. In the world of shifters the possibilities are endless and always fascinating. Without reservations I highly recommend this book and series.
Profile Image for Rochelle.
3,462 reviews56 followers
January 5, 2016
*I was gifted a copy of this book for a honest review*

Desert Wolf #3 by Anna Lowe

Lana has a girls night out with friend and fellow pack mate. But it's not a night out in the traditional sense, but time to let their wolves run free, uninhibited. She's been looking forward to it as she's been preoccupied with work, pack and her daughter. But things don't always run smoothly and an interruption cuts their run short.

Ty is on babysitting duty to his 4 month old daughter, Tana. Ty and Lana decided they didn't want random people looking after Tana, so the alpha offered. His looking forward to spending time with his her but is left with a little anxiety. It doesn't help when the past comes knocking and won't take a hint

This was a really sweet catch-up story. Short but really enjoyable. It was nice to catch up and see the love that the alpha pair still share. And who can resist a big dominant alpha male who dotes on his daughter. Really sweet read. (This is part of a series and should be read in order)!
Profile Image for Roxie's Reviews.
1,157 reviews23 followers
September 7, 2015
"Papa Wolf gets baby duty"
The plots of this series is incredible!. The Characters? Well let me just say "Welcome" to Twin Moon Ranch. The home of the most feisty, sexy, and down right charming pack of Wolves around!.
Ty is a new Papa his and Lana's daughter Tana is four months old. Rae Lana's best friend wants to take her out on a girls only night out Wolf style lol. Ty knows Land deserves this time out as she was not able to shift for nine months she carried Tana. Then after her birth Lana has been busy with her and pack business. Lana needs this time to reconnect with her wolf. But oh Ty is a bundle of nerves lol this will be his first time with Tana alone for several hours.
While out on their run Rae and Lana run across three cougar shifters on pack land!. Can the two girls handle this on their own!.
Weather finding their true mates or helping lost souls you will find all kinds of amazing adventure in the books of this series.They are full of suspense,humor, action, and steamy hot Romance! This is a must must read book!
Profile Image for Jeanéva Christie.
Author 2 books111 followers
January 18, 2016
Take a bite out of love and life

“God, life was easier when all he had to do was run a ranch, deal with his father, and fight off enemies of the pack. But then again, easier wasn’t better, and he wouldn’t trade his new life for anything.”


Such are the thoughts of Ty, a new wolf dad on the eve of his mate, Lana going off for a girls night out leaving him with their baby. Four hours alone with the baby. That shouldn’t be so hard now should it? He’d done it all before, burping, diapering, the works. And, what of Lana? Four hours away from her four-month-old baby and her mate… a much-needed reprieve to reward her wolf. Still, it’s hard to walk away. Even harder still is confronting the dangers of the night when one wrong step could mean never coming home again. But, like the alpha wolf she is, Lana is more than up for any challenge. All of it makes coming home so much more rewarding than she ever thought possible.
*****Reviewed for Xtreme-Delusions*****
Profile Image for Crystal's Quirky Reviews.
186 reviews10 followers
September 7, 2015
I love the Twin Moon Ranch series by Author Anna Lowe. Whether a short story or an entire novel, she never fails to deliver an exceptional paranormal tale including everything from life threatening danger to steamy romance scenes and love. It is no secret, I love this author. If you've not started this series by now then seriously what are you waiting for?! Come see for yourself why Anna Lowe is a best selling author. (Be sure to check out her AWESOME Serendipity series as well). Always enjoyable and engaging reads.

New Alpha of Twin Moon Ranch pack and new father to precious baby Tana, Ty keeps Tana alone for the first time while Lana goes out for a much needed break wolf style with Rae. Every thing should be just fine, right. Nope, there is always trouble just over the horizon of the Arizona desert. Can the girl's make it back to the ranch unscathed after all?! Sorry, I'm not spoiling it for you and telling.

I was lucky enough to receive an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
523 reviews2 followers
October 12, 2015
Who ever said women are the weaker sex

This short story was icing on the cake for Lana and Ty's story and Rae and Zack's. Who ever said women couldn't handle their own lied. On a girls night out Rae and Lana encounter three cougar on pack territory. Rae being the Mistress of the hunt had a way to calm the savage beast and put her spin on things whereas, Lana being the alpha female of her pack she knew she had to protect them. Come to find out one of the cougar were caught in an old rusty dusty bear trap. Lana had to change back into human form to undo the trap and Rae had to keep the calm and serenity going with mother earth to make sure the situation didn't turn ugly. They prevailed and made a new ally. Y on the other hand, well,let's just say he had his hands full with baby Tana and Audrey. Who's Audrey you ask? Get the book or better yet the series. Can't tell you everything.
Profile Image for D Thomas.
652 reviews34 followers
September 10, 2015
Desert Wolf 3 (The Wolves of Twin Moon Ranch, #1.9)
by Anna Lowe

Ty and baby Tana get to spend several hours together while Lana and Rae spend the time running as wolves. Ty isn't sure he is up to this, but of course, he puts on the Alpha front that he can handle anything. Lana needs this and he won't ruin it for her. If he can deal with a pack, his father and multiple threats, surely he can handle a 4 month old baby.

Lana hasn't had a night out in wolf for for months and is really looking forward to it, even if she is feeling a bit guilty too. But mother's have to make time for themselves too. What was suppose to be a peaceful run with her friend Rae turns into a possible volatile situation.

What a wonderful look into the lives of the wolves at the Twin Moon Ranch.

*ARC given for an honest review*
Profile Image for Cindy Caron.
1,388 reviews4 followers
January 25, 2016
Ahhh! Every couple needs to have his or her alone time, but these two find all kinds of excitement no matter where they go and with whom. As Lana takes a “girls night run” with Rae, they come across trouble with a capital T. It was a good thing it was Rae that was with her, as they needed all of her Mistress of the Hunt powers to deal with the crisis they found. And Ty was not without his own version of trouble, only his came in the form of Audrey, the forever pest in his point of view. Thank God for Zack’s great timing, or who knows what poor Tana would have had to witness.
Ms. Lowe continues to grab my attention with her writing and especially this series. If you haven’t started reading it yet, you should start at the beginning. You won’t be disappointed.

I was given a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review
Profile Image for Sheryl.
2,030 reviews22 followers
September 14, 2015
I was given a complimentary copy by author Anna Lowe for an honest review. This is book 3 of The Wolves of Twin Moon Ranch series by the author.

Lana is having her first girls night out after having the baby and she is leaving baby Tana with Ty, her mate. When Lana and Rae get deeper into their territory they encounter 3 cougars and 1 has a bear trap on his foot. Things get tense for the 2 gals when Lana has problems. Meanwhile Ty is enjoying his time with the baby until a Audrey comes to visit him.

The author gave the characters very good interaction and the story line flow was nice and smooth.

This book is for any paranormal romance book reader. This is a short part to the series and it is best to read book 1 before this story.
572 reviews6 followers
September 6, 2015
Ty knows Lana needs a girl night out so he decides to stay home and take care of the six month old daughter, Tana. Lana knows she needs time to her self but she is torn from leaving her beautiful daughter but she goes for a run with Rae but while she is so n the run they come across trouble and must use their wits to get out of it. Ty has his own problems from troublemaker Aubrey but Zach helps him out. This is a short story that can be read without reading the other books but I do received that you read them to get a better understanding of this couple and also because it is a great series.

I received a copy of this book for a honest review
Profile Image for Lynn Smith.
2,682 reviews9 followers
September 10, 2015
Lana is leaving the baby for the first time. Granted she was leaving her with her father Ty. It still didn't feel right that was was getting a girls night out, while Ty was alone with Tana. Ty knew Lana deserved a break and besides how hard can it be to take care of a 4 month old on his own. Lana and Rae are enjoying their run. As bad as Lana feels to leave Tana it feels nice to spend time out running the desert.
Lana and Rae run into a problem while out on their run. They work together to solve it. Ty is home amusing his daughter. Wonderful short story. Love reading more of Lana and Ty's story. I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Profile Image for Pam Louis.
1,722 reviews7 followers
September 12, 2015
yson Hawthorne, alpha of the twin moon pack and ranch gas decided to baby sit his little girl so his mate Lana can have a much needed girls night out wolf style. Running under the moon as a wolf with her friend Rae.
What could go wrong? They are running on pack land after all but no one counted on trouble meeting up with her. (Again) lol
Great little story so much fun. It's nice to see Ty as a dad and so happy.
If you love shifters you will love this!
Anna lowe writes fantastic. She always leaves me wanting the next book to come fast lol
Book gifted for an honest review and I honestly loved it.
Profile Image for Melinda.
455 reviews18 followers
February 9, 2017
This is my favorite of the Twin Moon short stories. Loved Ty watching Little Tana! Lana and Rae encounter on their run was pretty cool. I loved reading more about Rae's talents.
Profile Image for Kristy.
680 reviews
September 7, 2015
I was gifted a copy of 'Desert Wolf 3' from Anna, in exchange for an honest review.

I'm loving the brief snippets of Ty & Lana's future that Anna Lowe is bestowing on us & 'Desert Wolf 3' is no different. I highly recommend you read these in order, well at least the Desert Wolf novellas. I FLOVE Anna Lowe's "Wolves of Twin Moon Ranch" series! In this delicious quick read Lana is having her first night run as a wolf since giving birth, leaving Ty to look after the baby... how does Alpha Ty cope?? you have to read this to find out.

I can't wait for the next installment for this series.
Profile Image for Sue Zawisa.
334 reviews4 followers
September 11, 2015
Review for DESERT WOLF :3
I received this as a gift for an honest review
I am a huge fan of the DESERT WOLF series and I love the novellas that catch us up on the everyday lives of our favorite characters. Her we get to see what is going on with Ty and Lana since becoming parents. We also get a brief glimpse into the lives of Rae and Zack. It is girls night out…Lana’s first since her conception and delivery and it turns into quite a little adventure for the girls. It involves cougars..you will have to read this to find out how that works out. Enjoy…I did.
Profile Image for Racy.
1,711 reviews16 followers
September 28, 2015
I received this for an honest review. Alpha wolf Ty Hawthorne gets to spend some daddy and daughter time while his mate Lana gets time out with Rae. Ty though he longs to be with Lana is truly looking forward to the bonding time with this daughter. Plus he knows that his mate truly need to go runs as a wolf.
Lana and Rae run into some trouble while out. It should have been safe since they were on pack territory, but running into 3 cougars puts them into danger. Can Lana and Rae find a way out of the danger they are in?
Profile Image for Linda Levine.
4,644 reviews25 followers
September 9, 2015
This is a sweet treat for fans of the series. We get to see Ty and Lana as parents. Ty gets to watch the little one for a few hours while Lana goes out for a run. Like any new parent, there is some fear of what might happen. It really shows Ty in a sweet way. Lana gets some excitement on her run and Ty gets a proposition he is very willing to refuse. A short, sweet read and one any fan of the series will very much enjoy. I received a copy in return for a honest review.
Profile Image for The Reluctant Retiree.
962 reviews7 followers
September 10, 2015
Yet another delightful entry in the Twin Moon Ranch series! Watching Ty trying to deal with the baby had me laughing myself silly. And of course, girls night out - wolf style just had to end the way it did. Anna has come up with still more tales of this couple to keep everyone entertained. I'm eagerly looking forward to the next book in this series.

I was lucky enough to receive a copy in exchange for an honest review.
Profile Image for Renee Leeann.
586 reviews22 followers
November 16, 2015
This short story is a perfect way to sample Anna Lowe's paranormal shifter series - Twin Moon Ranch. Hot wolves, danger, steamy scenes and adventure make these books fun to read. The characters are well-written and the stories keep you turning the pages to see how it all ends. Truly a fun way to spend some time.

I received a copy of this book for an honest review and honestly, I love this series!
179 reviews
January 12, 2016
Ba! Best character interactions!

Pretty silly that I want to know what the Ba, will turn into but interactions between adults and babies/children is always a wonderful thing. Still spot on with vivid graphic images, takes you right there! I really like that the books in order are listed both before and after, not every author does that! It is worth the money spent, I will be reading rereading these I'm sure.
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