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Bear Fursuits #5
Bear Skin
Curvaceous midwife Jenna wasn’t expecting her fated mate to show up in a blizzard. Now this voluptuous virgin has to thaw out Major Zeke Bascom of the 75th Rangers the old fashioned way – skin to skin!
Hard-bitten bearshifter Zeke knows he’s gone to glory when he wakes to find his arms full of soft, fragrant bear. He knows he doesn’t deserve her, but he seizes this delectable angel.
Sensible Jen is irresistibly drawn to this moody bear, even though he does nothing but snarl and leer at her by turns. But can hot, hard-bodied Zeke persuade a passionate BBW to take a chance on a hard-living soldier with PTSD and a bad case of the blues?
Has this this sensual beauty forged a bear bond with this red hot, billionaire bear? Or are they mistaking lust for love?
Caution: Naked bears ahead. Bear Skin contains graphic descriptions of a hard loving, hard-bodied soldier ravishing his voracious, virginal BBW. Readers outraged by hot and hasty shifter sex may want to satisfy their bear needs elsewhere.
Book 5 in the Bear Fursuits series, Bear Skin has a HEA with no cliffhangers, and can be read alone.
Hard-bitten bearshifter Zeke knows he’s gone to glory when he wakes to find his arms full of soft, fragrant bear. He knows he doesn’t deserve her, but he seizes this delectable angel.
Sensible Jen is irresistibly drawn to this moody bear, even though he does nothing but snarl and leer at her by turns. But can hot, hard-bodied Zeke persuade a passionate BBW to take a chance on a hard-living soldier with PTSD and a bad case of the blues?
Has this this sensual beauty forged a bear bond with this red hot, billionaire bear? Or are they mistaking lust for love?
Caution: Naked bears ahead. Bear Skin contains graphic descriptions of a hard loving, hard-bodied soldier ravishing his voracious, virginal BBW. Readers outraged by hot and hasty shifter sex may want to satisfy their bear needs elsewhere.
Book 5 in the Bear Fursuits series, Bear Skin has a HEA with no cliffhangers, and can be read alone.
180 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 14, 2016
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Isadora Montrose
52 books149 followersIsadora Montrose writes steamy paranormal romance about shifters of all stripes. Her books transport you to exotic locales and give you a little break from the commonplace. Her alpha male heroes are swept off their feet by strong-minded, feisty, curvy women. There’s a mini-vacation in every story.
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October 3, 2018
Jen is awakened by a man during a snow/ice storm and her bear wants to lay claim to this man and bear but Zeke fights the attraction because he thinks he is broken.
this is book 5 of the Bear Fursuits series by the author.
this is book 5 of the Bear Fursuits series by the author.
October 3, 2018
Skin to Skin!
Bear shifter Major Zeke Bascom of the Army Rangers, is back home, but he has nightmares and a very bad case of PTSD. The military is all he knows and now he has lost that because of his failed last mission.. He feels like a broken man, he won't even shift into his bear afraid the man won't want to come back. And then he wakes up in heaven!
Jennifer Bascom has given up on finding a mate she'll die a virgin bear, all the bears she knows are kin and even this hunky frozen piece of man that just dropped into her cabin might be kin, but who cares he is not quite a sight for sore eyes, but her bear sure feels frisky around him. She wants to play with him and make that permanent frown on his face go away, after all he is her mate.
Bear shifter Major Zeke Bascom of the Army Rangers, is back home, but he has nightmares and a very bad case of PTSD. The military is all he knows and now he has lost that because of his failed last mission.. He feels like a broken man, he won't even shift into his bear afraid the man won't want to come back. And then he wakes up in heaven!
Jennifer Bascom has given up on finding a mate she'll die a virgin bear, all the bears she knows are kin and even this hunky frozen piece of man that just dropped into her cabin might be kin, but who cares he is not quite a sight for sore eyes, but her bear sure feels frisky around him. She wants to play with him and make that permanent frown on his face go away, after all he is her mate.
October 3, 2018
Bear Skin by Isadora Montrose is a beautifully written story of a wounded warrior Zeke and the healing he gets for his body, mind and soul from his fated mate, the remarkably generous PA Jenna. Each has spent his and her life serving others. Now is their time to see to their own needs with the one and only love of their lives. It is a heartwarming story of love, passion and healing. Guaranteed to bring tears to your eyes and a smile to you face. Highly recommended.
July 21, 2019
Healing the wounded warrior
This author did such a fantastic job of taking us on the journey to help a soldier move forward in his healing. He would have never succeeded without meeting his mate. I’m pretty sure fate, and the author, knew exactly what he needed to survive and thrive. This book is a new take on a tough subject and you won’t want to miss it. I’m looking forward to the next book by this author.
This author did such a fantastic job of taking us on the journey to help a soldier move forward in his healing. He would have never succeeded without meeting his mate. I’m pretty sure fate, and the author, knew exactly what he needed to survive and thrive. This book is a new take on a tough subject and you won’t want to miss it. I’m looking forward to the next book by this author.
October 3, 2018
Bear Skin was published in 2016 and was removed when the author put it in a boxed set, Summer Shifter Days. I have not previously reviewed Bear Skin separately. So, I received this free book and voluntarily chose to review it. Zeke is saved by a female bear. He has issues that cause problems. I can understand these issues. I loved the book except for the steamy parts.
October 3, 2018
I enjoyed reading this book 📚, it has a good storyline 👍. Jenna and Zeke's story is classic, war veteran and a nurse healing each other. I can't wait for more from this author. I received this book as a FREE
ARC copy to read and I voluntarily leave this review.
ARC copy to read and I voluntarily leave this review.
October 4, 2018
bearskin by isadora montrose; a bear veteran suffering from ptsd and a bear midwife. jennas fated mate turns up at her cabin door half frozen and not realizing that she is his fate mated. pretty good plot and character development. i am voluntarily reviewing an arc of this book gifted to me the author withno obligation.
June 24, 2019
Continuation of story of the Bearons
Well written story with only short e wrote of the main story line. The story centers o. An old man's will and how it plays out.
Well written story with only short e wrote of the main story line. The story centers o. An old man's will and how it plays out.
March 18, 2016
Zeke comes to Jenna in need. He is hurting mentally and physically. She is a nurse practitioner and finds it easy to heal the bear shifter's injuries from being outside. His internal pain is much more difficult to treat.
Jenna has kind of given up hope of finding her mate. She loves the woods and doesn't want to have to go to the city to find someone. All the bear shifters around her are related and are like brothers to her. When Zeke arrives, she has a chance at the family she always wanted but he is not an easy person to interact with.
Zeke is hurting from the loss of friends during a mission and being removed from the military which is where he has spent half his life. His family is a mess too. He really responds to Jenna but isn't sure that he is in shape for a relationship.
I like how Jenna stands up to Zeke and doesn't let him overpower her. She is a strong and confident bear shifter. She has a real playful side too. Zeke is more the strong, silent type. He has his issues but he is very devoted to those he loves.
I received a copy in return for a honest review.
Jenna has kind of given up hope of finding her mate. She loves the woods and doesn't want to have to go to the city to find someone. All the bear shifters around her are related and are like brothers to her. When Zeke arrives, she has a chance at the family she always wanted but he is not an easy person to interact with.
Zeke is hurting from the loss of friends during a mission and being removed from the military which is where he has spent half his life. His family is a mess too. He really responds to Jenna but isn't sure that he is in shape for a relationship.
I like how Jenna stands up to Zeke and doesn't let him overpower her. She is a strong and confident bear shifter. She has a real playful side too. Zeke is more the strong, silent type. He has his issues but he is very devoted to those he loves.
I received a copy in return for a honest review.
March 17, 2016
I received an ARC of this book for an honest review,
I loved this book, I have read one other in this series yet they are written to be standalone books,
Jenna is an old maid bear (at least she thinks so) and a nurse practitioner she takes care of all the residents of Yakima Ridge, Zeke is a Ranger who has been discharged for medical reasons, yet he feels like he should just put a bullet in his head (dealing with PTSD or survivors guilt) I really liked how Jen helps him deal, the story has some very deep messages in it for me and I really feel that Isadora Montrose is an amazing author, I cannot wait to read more of her stories,
I loved this book, I have read one other in this series yet they are written to be standalone books,
Jenna is an old maid bear (at least she thinks so) and a nurse practitioner she takes care of all the residents of Yakima Ridge, Zeke is a Ranger who has been discharged for medical reasons, yet he feels like he should just put a bullet in his head (dealing with PTSD or survivors guilt) I really liked how Jen helps him deal, the story has some very deep messages in it for me and I really feel that Isadora Montrose is an amazing author, I cannot wait to read more of her stories,
March 20, 2016
5.0 out of 5 stars Bear Skin by Isadora Montrose, March 16, 2016
This review is from: Bear Skin (BBW/Bearshifter Romance): A Billionaire Oil Bearons Romance (Bear Fursuits Book 6) (Kindle Edition)
Beautifully written love story that is full of the struggle of losing family values. It just reinforces that love and passion can go hand in hand with old fashion ways! Because Jenna and Army Ranger Zeke have found this side of heaven in a little cabin in the woods in the middle of a blizzard and power outage. Loved this story. I received this in exchange for an honest review.
August 3, 2018
Read in the SUMMER SHIFTER DAYS box set.
Liked the story plotline and the characters but the delivery just seemed off. Lack of depth and I felt only a minor connection between Jenna and Zeke.
Felt like there was no real resolution about their future and the HEA is lacking in warmth.
Zeke doesn’t even realise he took Jenna’s virginity in his illness and then gets jealous thinking of her with other men.
Also there was no clarity over what had happened to Zeke and his men in the rangers. This is a pivotal part of why he is behaving as he is but we never find out.
Liked the story plotline and the characters but the delivery just seemed off. Lack of depth and I felt only a minor connection between Jenna and Zeke.
Felt like there was no real resolution about their future and the HEA is lacking in warmth.
Zeke doesn’t even realise he took Jenna’s virginity in his illness and then gets jealous thinking of her with other men.
Also there was no clarity over what had happened to Zeke and his men in the rangers. This is a pivotal part of why he is behaving as he is but we never find out.
February 8, 2019
Bear Skin
Sooooo, good storyline. Hot and sexy Bear shifter with PTSD. Sexy curvy female Bear shifter who is a nurse. All the high marks of a good book right.
Well it really needed better editing. Sometimes I had to reread a sentence over and over to get it.
Lastly, in the middle of a good sex scene the author used terms like “his tallywacker”. Don’t know if this terminology was for comedic effect, though if she did I certainly laughed.
I did enjoy the book. Don’t get me wrong. If a book holds me till the end it’s pretty good.
Sooooo, good storyline. Hot and sexy Bear shifter with PTSD. Sexy curvy female Bear shifter who is a nurse. All the high marks of a good book right.
Well it really needed better editing. Sometimes I had to reread a sentence over and over to get it.
Lastly, in the middle of a good sex scene the author used terms like “his tallywacker”. Don’t know if this terminology was for comedic effect, though if she did I certainly laughed.
I did enjoy the book. Don’t get me wrong. If a book holds me till the end it’s pretty good.
April 14, 2016
Beautifully told story
This story flowed seamlessly from one setting to the next. The character of Zeke was damaged, angry and sad. Jenna was all set to become a virginal spinster aunt. Zeke fell into her life and they kind of fixed each other. The author addressed PTSD in an open and holistic manner and gave me a lot to think about. The romance was hot, the story pace was steady, and the characters were both likeable and believable.
This story flowed seamlessly from one setting to the next. The character of Zeke was damaged, angry and sad. Jenna was all set to become a virginal spinster aunt. Zeke fell into her life and they kind of fixed each other. The author addressed PTSD in an open and holistic manner and gave me a lot to think about. The romance was hot, the story pace was steady, and the characters were both likeable and believable.
December 4, 2016
This is a lovely romance that shows love can overcome many obstacles....if you're open to it. Zenna, a werebear midwife, and Zeke, a PTSD soldier, meet under unusual circumstances but slowly oh so slowly Zenna is able to draw out the soldier's good side. A great read and a good showing of how PTSD can be.
November 1, 2017
Learning all over again.
Caught in a storm Zeke finds his way to Jenna's cabin by the skin of his teeth. Jenna knows what he is immediately but Zeke wasn't raised bear, so he's confused. Three days in a blizzard teach Zeke not to let Jenna go. Dealing with his PTSD isn't easy but Jenna never let things get her down.
Caught in a storm Zeke finds his way to Jenna's cabin by the skin of his teeth. Jenna knows what he is immediately but Zeke wasn't raised bear, so he's confused. Three days in a blizzard teach Zeke not to let Jenna go. Dealing with his PTSD isn't easy but Jenna never let things get her down.
April 4, 2019
Bear Skin
Jenna had pretty much decided she was going to end up single and living in the ridge forever. Until a man stumbled into her cabin during a blizzard. Zeke just needed to get away who would have thought first a mud slide would strand him then take his truck. Then turn into a blizzard. The only good thing was he found his mate.
Enjoyed the book. Great series
Jenna had pretty much decided she was going to end up single and living in the ridge forever. Until a man stumbled into her cabin during a blizzard. Zeke just needed to get away who would have thought first a mud slide would strand him then take his truck. Then turn into a blizzard. The only good thing was he found his mate.
Enjoyed the book. Great series
March 18, 2016
I received an ARC in exchange for a honest review. This is a charming and sweet story. You can't help but fall in love with Zeke and Jenna. It's so funny how Zeke's stern bear reacts to Jenna's playful, mischievous bear. You can feel the chemistry these two have. Absolutely recommend this book.
June 25, 2016
Bear Skin
I have many books but this set of paranormal stories are five stars. Read and get involved with the cousins and theirs endeavors to find mates. This one about Jenna and Zeke touches the heart. Good read
I have many books but this set of paranormal stories are five stars. Read and get involved with the cousins and theirs endeavors to find mates. This one about Jenna and Zeke touches the heart. Good read
July 30, 2016
This is a wonderful story about a former soldier who get lost woods and finds a cabin with a nurse to care for him. I thought the story was well written and thoroughly entertaining. I really enjoyed reading it. I just cannot wait until the next story in the series comes out.
May 19, 2018
This...
This particular story deals with some of the issues our military warriors, at least those who return to us, have to deal with daily. PTSD being one of the most common and tougher to diagnose and treat. Coming from a military family, it really pulled at my heart!
This particular story deals with some of the issues our military warriors, at least those who return to us, have to deal with daily. PTSD being one of the most common and tougher to diagnose and treat. Coming from a military family, it really pulled at my heart!
March 21, 2017
Wow!
The book just get better and better. I'm glad that they follow on from each other, can't wait for the next one.
The book just get better and better. I'm glad that they follow on from each other, can't wait for the next one.
June 27, 2018
I loved Jenna SO MUCH, but the pacing of the story was off for me. Also, the ending was hella abrupt.
February 3, 2019
Yes
I love stories where the man gets rescued. This was very sweet and loving. Would have been nice to know if she was pregnant though. Lol
I love stories where the man gets rescued. This was very sweet and loving. Would have been nice to know if she was pregnant though. Lol
February 7, 2019
I would consider this more a novella - decent premise, seemingly rushed character development. Wanted a longer story that gave the characters more depth. Light easy read.
March 11, 2019
Another winner! Strong characters who mesh well. A good read.
May 14, 2019
Loved it!!!
August 10, 2019
Brilliant book loved it
Zeke has been medically discharged from the rangers he feels lost and the arguments at the will his great grandfather left he has had enough. He decides to get away go camping clear his head and look for relatives in Washington state the mountains up their however the weather is bad and he ends up with his camping gear flooded his truck caught and lost in a landslide and the rangers station is derelict but sees a light. Jenna is a community nurse who has her cabin up in the hills Yakima ridge she ends up being snowed in and Zeke ends up on her door step frozen and nearly at deaths door. Jenna looks after Zeke making sure he recovers from hypothermia as they get to know each even with Zeke being moody Jenna helps him with his PTSD and there is chemistry between them which leads to a lot of sex and working out their feelings for each other. This is a lovely story of Zeke and Jenna and how help comes in different ways.
Zeke has been medically discharged from the rangers he feels lost and the arguments at the will his great grandfather left he has had enough. He decides to get away go camping clear his head and look for relatives in Washington state the mountains up their however the weather is bad and he ends up with his camping gear flooded his truck caught and lost in a landslide and the rangers station is derelict but sees a light. Jenna is a community nurse who has her cabin up in the hills Yakima ridge she ends up being snowed in and Zeke ends up on her door step frozen and nearly at deaths door. Jenna looks after Zeke making sure he recovers from hypothermia as they get to know each even with Zeke being moody Jenna helps him with his PTSD and there is chemistry between them which leads to a lot of sex and working out their feelings for each other. This is a lovely story of Zeke and Jenna and how help comes in different ways.
October 7, 2018
This talented author approached the PTSD issues and survivors guilt very delicately while writing a marvelous, heartwarming bear shifter romance.
There is: a lonely nurse practitioner & midwife female bear shifter (Jenna), a emotional damaged male bear shifter (Major Zeke Bascom), intrigue, family issues, manipulations, memories, PTSD, mental trauma, depression, longings, adverse weather conditions, fantasies, intimacy, confusion, mates, brusque manners, rudeness, disagreements, playfulness, bemusement, realization, fated mates, dreams, shameful truth, grief, hope, bonding, verbal banter, happiness and some steamy scenes.
The characters are quite interesting and their personalities continue to develop throughout the story. The plot is intriguing, well-thought out and written; it certainly kept my attention until the end.
There is: a lonely nurse practitioner & midwife female bear shifter (Jenna), a emotional damaged male bear shifter (Major Zeke Bascom), intrigue, family issues, manipulations, memories, PTSD, mental trauma, depression, longings, adverse weather conditions, fantasies, intimacy, confusion, mates, brusque manners, rudeness, disagreements, playfulness, bemusement, realization, fated mates, dreams, shameful truth, grief, hope, bonding, verbal banter, happiness and some steamy scenes.
The characters are quite interesting and their personalities continue to develop throughout the story. The plot is intriguing, well-thought out and written; it certainly kept my attention until the end.
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