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Pacific Northwest Bears #6.5

Valentine's Surprise

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Cash and Cassie from Bearly Healed return for their first Valentine’s Day together.

Keeping a secret from a bear shifter isn’t as easy as it seems...

Cash Rochon knows his mate Cassie is keeping a secret, his bear knows too. He is thrilled but doesn’t want to spoil her surprise.

Valentine’s Day was not Cassie’s favorite holiday, but this year she has big news she can’t wait to share with the man of her dreams. News this special needs a big splashy reveal. But how to do it?

Two people so perfectly matched in love, they both think up the perfect way to surprise each other. Coincidence or fate?

A beary special Valentine’s Day needs flowers, NO cards, Thai food, and a number of unexpected surprises.

66 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 6, 2016

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Moxie North

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Moxie North loves shifters. Really, she does. A lot. Big burly men mixed with fierce protective animals makes for hunky alpha shifters that will move heaven and earth for their mates.

Her heroines come in all shapes, sizes, personalities and backgrounds. They’re looking for love but want their men to win them over. Together they find their soul mate on their journey to true love.

Moxie lives surrounded by trees, wildlife, and the occasional lumberjack. She loves sci-fi, sugar in any form, and speaking only in movie quotes. Moxie went from an avid reader to a writer and loves being in the romance community. Meeting readers and talking books keeps her writing and loving her job.

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Profile Image for Hollie.
1,680 reviews
March 22, 2016
Valentines with one of my favorite shifter families!

I just adore this couple. Hell, the whole family. Not only was this book hilarious, but it also made for an incredibly sweet and steamy read. Another bonus was it was offered as a kindleunlimited. So glad I read this one!! Perfect lunch break read.
Profile Image for Clare O'Beara.
Author 25 books372 followers
September 30, 2018
I'm just surprised that a woman married to a bear shifter didn't realise he could smell her pregnancy hormones. But this is a sweet novella tale of an adult romance in which a loving husband and wife are expecting a bear cub, probably. And each is hesitant to tell the other they know about the impending birth.

Adult scenes and some strong language.
I downloaded an e-copy from Instafreebie. This is an unbiased review.
Profile Image for Elizabeth Neal.
1,796 reviews147 followers
February 14, 2016
Ooh, I love Cash and Cassie. I admit they're my favorite couple of both this series and the Pacific Northwest Cougars series. I love how much Cash adores Cassie, quirks and all, and how patient he was with her while she was recovering. I love Cassie's uniqueness and how she loves wholeheartedly once she gives her love. There truly isn't anyone else like her and you have to admire that.

This novella gives us a peek into their lives a year into their mating. They're both deliriously happy and enjoying their new family. But Cassie, being Cassie, is slightly wigging out. She realizes, after denying the clues for a short amount of time, that's she's got a baby bear growing inside her. *A baby bear. Yes, that's how she views it. LOL* She can't decide how to tell Cash. Will he be excited or still worry that she isn't physically ready, or maybe that she isn't emotionally ready?

Cash, of course, already knows she's pregnant because shifters know these things, and he's trying to figure out why she hasn't told him. After getting advice from Cage, the family Alpha, and pairing that with what he knows about Cassie, he decides to do something grand to let her know how happy he is and starts planning the perfect nursery. While forcing everyone to secrecy so they don't ruin any surprise she may have in store or to make her feel left out because they all knew already.

Cassie, with Effie's help, decides she needs a grand gesture to let Cash know and they put their brains together and decide to decorate a nursery. Yes, a nursery...seeing the irony here? *snicker*

What entails is a funny story of both of them secretly planning a nursery, not knowing that the other is doing the same thing, and them trying to find the perfect way to share their surprise.

But what will they do with two nurseries? What will they think about each other's design? What will their first appointment with Eddie, a Rochon cousin and the town's Dr., show? (Maybe fate always works things out exactly as they're meant to be.) Will Effie have fun sending Cash and Cassie's baby funny bear oriented gifts in retaliation for all the catnip, scratching posts, balls with bells, etc., that Cassie sent to her goddaughter?

I highly recommend this book, this series. I love both this series and the spinoff, Pacific Northwest Cougars, which does coincide with the Bears timeline wise. I also suggest you read the series in order for the sake of continuity and full enjoyment of the characters as previous characters are woven throughout each book. Go one-click now and happy reading.
Profile Image for Marsha Keeper Bookshelf.
4,290 reviews88 followers
February 29, 2016
Reviewed at Shifter Haven

Oh how I love Cassie and Cash. There are simply no words to describe Cassie she is as unique as a unicorn and just as rare – but once you know Cassie you’ll never ever forget her. She and Cash (who loves his Cassie to bits) are that super couple, the one you want to be but realize that no one can ever compare. It was purely delightful to catch up with this sweet couple for Valentine’s Day (or any day for that matter).

So, how to talk about this story without spoiling it – it’s only 57 e-book pages long so to say too much would be like you not reading the book!

Okay, let’s do it this way – Cassie has a secret that really isn’t that secret to her mate (or his family). Cash wants Cassie to tell him this secret but she’s delaying and he’s getting concerned as to why. Cassie want to tell Cash but she doesn’t know how – she’s Cassie, she just can’t blurt out this kinda thing it needs a reveal, a fireworks in the sky sort of reveal.

Now in case you didn’t know, Cassie hates Valentine’s Day. But this year looking at it as a mate in love it might not be so sappy after all. Plus – it makes the perfect excuse for that big reveal she’s cooking up. Once Cash finds out that his mate is willing to tackle Valentine’s Day as long as he follows a few rules like NO CARDS… that is the right time for him to put into play some of the wise words of wisdom his Alpha suggested.

And the result will fill your heart to bursting and maybe a few happy tears.

It’s short, it’s sexy, it’s sweet.. it’s Cassie and Cash so be prepared for anything.

I absolutely love this couple and this entire series. If you haven’t checked out the Pacific Northwest Bears or PNW Werebears or PNW Cougars..then why not? You’re missing some fantastic Shifter romances, so go, shoo – pick this one up before you forget.
Profile Image for Belinda.
398 reviews2 followers
February 11, 2016
Short and sweet. It’s like the Pacific Northwest Bears kinda meets The Gift of the Magi with a twist. This story revisits Cash and Cassie. I loved this story and cried tears of joy with them. They work very hard to surprise the other behind the scenes. This story was sweet, romantic, with just the right amount of sexual tension for a short story. I don’t want to give too much away, but, if you’ve read any of the other stories, you can’t help but to be happy with and for them! They’re all become like family with each passing story!
Profile Image for Susan Otto.
832 reviews9 followers
February 12, 2021
Fantastic continuation of stroy of Cassie and Cash

Cassie has a secret but don't know how to tell her bear shifter Cash that she is pregnant. So she starts a little project.

Likewise Cash know that Cassie is pregnant. So he starts a little project.

The characters are quirky and hilarious with their banter, teasing each other. The plot is a fast paced comedy that keeps the reader entertained. I like the banter that some married couples seem to have. Highly recommended for an excellent read.

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Profile Image for Anna.
430 reviews1 follower
January 11, 2018
Hearts And Flowers

This is a short novella about Valentine's Day and not wanting to celebrate. Until you find something to celebrate. This is a story of love and secrets fun to read and funny as well.
Profile Image for Julia Torrey.
71 reviews
February 7, 2018
My heart is melting!

Cash and Cassie are forever my favorite! Why? Because I'm pretty sure Cassie is secretly me even though Moxie doesn't know me. This couple is always so fun to read!
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326 reviews12 followers
August 2, 2018
I adored this novella. I'm not generally a fan of Cassie overall, mainly because I think she is just too much but it was nice to see her calmed a bit. Cash though is still one of my favorites. Cute story and quick read.
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4,342 reviews5 followers
August 24, 2018
I keep saying that I love this series, but Cassie is most definitely my favorite character! She makes me laugh out loud with her snarky shenanigans!
Profile Image for Billie Moore.
66 reviews
February 25, 2020
Love it

I just love cash and cassie. Their banter and love seems so tangible. I want more about them. Just another looksy into their life.
Profile Image for Stacy  Fernandez.
830 reviews4 followers
March 2, 2020
Too sweet

I really like Cash and Cassie. I am so happy they get to have some baby bear action. I loved the descriptions of the nursery
Profile Image for Angela Griffin.
1,679 reviews5 followers
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April 13, 2024
Loved it

Lovely Valentine surprises in a charming tale! This little novella is perfect, and it was great to catch up with Cassie and Cash again.
Profile Image for Yvonne Daniels.
2,700 reviews22 followers
February 25, 2016
Valentine's Surprise
Pacific Northwest BearsShifter Romance
by Moxie North
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

OH MY GOODNESS! I am in love I must read the other books in this series. The Storyline is Spectacular and just right for a Valentine story. The characters is everything you can imagine two people in love could be. I really hated for this story to end. But if you enjoy reading shifter romance than this will be one of your favorite as it is mine. I haven't read the first two books in this series but I intend too. This one is so Spectacular, I couldn’t putting it down. I am already in love with all of the characters in this series. The characters are developed and well written. The dialogue is creative, you will like the interaction between the main characters, they leap off the page with love. I would have paid a lot more than .99 cents I enjoyed this so much. I love Cash and Cassie, they are one of my favorite couples. I adore the way Cash adores Cassie and he has so much patient with her. How much more can a woman ask for while she is recovering. I adore Cassie's dialogue and that she gives loves so wholeheartedly.

This book gives us a look into Cash and Cassie lives a year before when they were first mated. Cash knows that Cassie is pregnant because shifters can smelł the changes in their mate, but he's trying to find way to let Cassie know he knows and he's wondering why she hasn't told him.

Cassie on the other hand being Cassie, is freakin out. She because after she realizes she is pregnant with baby bear. She can't decide how to tell Cash and her sister Effie isn't answering her phone. What's a girl to do be excited or worry that her big guy isn't ready, or maybe he thinks that she isn't ready?

This is a hilarious story of the two of them secretly planning a nursery in order to tell each other. They are both trying to make telling of each other special and perfect to share their surprise.

I enjoyed reading this book. This is a Fantastic Read. If you are looking for a Spectacular paranormal book then you need to read this book. You don't want to miss this book! This is a great book to add to your TBR list. I'm so excited about reading the next book this series. I highly recommend this book.

If you believe in the world of paranormal romance, the possibilities are endless and fascinating!

Profile Image for Susan  Burgess-Ryan.
717 reviews13 followers
February 10, 2016
Well Cassie and Cash are tied now with Eddie and Gemma as far as I am concerned. But I cannot picture nobody not liking Cassie and her quirky self and Cash in his big bear toting Cassie all over the house. They are just as cute a couple as you can get. Plus I like the way this book tells how Wyatt handled Jinger's pregnancy with the twins. It was just too funny. Plus you have to give the Rochon clan credit for thinking about Cassie and her feelings since they kept it to themselves that they already knew she was pregnant. Loved how Cash sought help from his Alpha Cage and had him make a cradle for his and Cassie's bedroom.One of the funniest parts was when Cassie was and Cash was remembering all the kitty things that Cassie sent to Effie when she had her's and Dax's little cougar cub. This book was just awesome for a short story. Pick it up and read it. You will love it. I promise!!!!
Profile Image for ZETTER.
1,157 reviews23 followers
February 8, 2016
New Addition!!!

Cassie and Cash Rochon were about to spend their first Valentine's Day together. This particular holiday wasn't Cassie's favorite but for the man she loved, she was going to make it special for him.

Cash and his bear knew that their mate was hiding something from them but they didn't want to spoil her surprise. Instead they wanted to give her their own surprise.

VALENTINE'S SURPRISE was a beautiful read, to see Cassie and Cash get what they wanted the most in the world besides each other, warmed my heart.

The Rochons having each other's backs is always a delightful treat to see. Fabulous BEARLY HEALED novella by Moxie North. Can't get enough of her PNW BEARS series. 5++++
Profile Image for Nadia.
102 reviews
April 24, 2016
Another Novella from Moxie North? Yes please!

I am all for Team Cashy, so I one-clicked this pretty fast, even though I haven't yet read the two books that precede this one but there were no major spoilers if you haven't yet read the other two books.

This book revisits Cassie and Cash who were the main couple in Bearly Healing (which I also loved) and there are also reappearances from all the other lovable characters from the Pacific Northwest Bears Series.

This is a short, sweet, funny and all round perfect little read and another great addition to this lovely series. Moxie North is fast becoming one of my favourite PNR Shifter Romance Writers, and this novella is an example of why.
7 reviews
February 14, 2016
Cassie is dabomb!

Don't get me wrong I love all of the books in the PNB series, but as far as characters go I find myself laughing harder with Cassie than any other. Moxie you keep me guessing in every story and as I crack up laughing and later have to explain myself...well I guess you can imagine that conversation. This one was more light hearted than all the others but that would be why Cassie is front and center. If you are at all into shifter romance you need to read the whole series and the one before this one.
Profile Image for Kathy Senft.
150 reviews
February 11, 2016
A fun valentine's read. Cash and Cassie are having a baby or two. But neither one has told the other, they walk around each other with this great secret that is not one,sigh. They both plan to surprise the other with the news on Valentine's day. Enjoy the easy banter and fun as they plan their surprises under the others nose. This is an amazingly simply sweet read. Love to see the lives after the mating heat eases into forever.
Profile Image for Tammy Nitschke Sokol.
776 reviews3 followers
February 8, 2016
Oh my Gosh!!!! Cash and Cassie are back!!!!

Lovely lovely holiday novella of Cash and Cassie's continuing story. You get a recap, a tiny one. They've been married a year and there may be some exciting news in the wings ;-) simply divine to hear more if them! Effie and Cage, Sophie and several others are in there, too. Even Dr. Eddie. ;-)
Profile Image for Leslie.
513 reviews8 followers
February 14, 2016
Sensational

I loved reading this story. Cash and Cassie's story is my favorite out of this series, and I was happy they got an additional short story. I love Cassie's snarky sense of humor, and the fact that Cash is such a teddy bear around her. Their surprise for one another was fantastic. I am looking forward to reading more by this author.
Profile Image for Jamoz23.
5,351 reviews46 followers
July 11, 2016
Not sure how I missed this book coming out but I have read it now.
I always had a soft spot for Cassie, even more so after what happened to her.
Cash is just the biggest softie around.
Reading this book about them a year on was just perfect.
Hope we get more about all the family again in the future
Profile Image for Valerie.
738 reviews10 followers
August 8, 2016
Ahh! I loved it!

Cassie cracks me up. She is a no holds barred girl. Cash and her are perfect for each other. He loves her to distraction and she the same. They are going to make great parents.
I received this book in exchange for an honest review.
Profile Image for Crystal.
1,334 reviews10 followers
February 8, 2016
Wonderfully beautiful

This was a fantastic addition to Cassie and Cash's story. Theses two amazing people have surprises for each other, and they each will love one another more for it.
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February 10, 2016
Awe!!! Love me some Cash and Cassie

I loved this novella where we get to see more of Cassie and Cash. Cassie is too hilarious for words!! You will love this short story especially if you loved Bearly Healed!

Enjoy!!!!
15 reviews
February 11, 2016
Cashy

I loved Cassie and Cash's pregnancy story. They are just too cute together. Each making their own plans of surprises to each other could have been disastrous but worked out in the end.
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3,269 reviews33 followers
February 17, 2016
Cute Read

I always love Cash & Cassie story. This series just keep getting better. I love how they both try to surprise one another in the end they both got the surprise. Great Read I can't wait to see what going to happen next.
Profile Image for Ronda Barnes-Howard.
477 reviews4 followers
February 20, 2016
Great!

Oh my, I loved, loved this story. I don't know where Moxie channels Cassie from, but she's awesome. I love her snarky remarks. I would love to have a friend like her, it would never be boring. Great book!!
Profile Image for Maria .
2,488 reviews23 followers
February 21, 2016
Who Knows?

I love Cash Rochon and Cassie. They are such a hoot!! I do not want to give away the surprise here. I can just say it is very cute. I wish the story would have been longer...I would have wanted to know more. I can't wait to read more about this family.
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