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True Mates #6
Rome's Pride
Though she’s moved on with her life, Zuri Buhari has never forgiven Rome for choosing his career over her. So when a situation in her pride turns deadly, the last person she expects to come flying to the rescue is her long, lost mate. He promises to neutralize the threat, but when the danger has passed, will history repeat itself? Sheriff Rome Barrio’s been watching and waiting for an opportunity to claim the mate he left behind fifteen long years ago. When Zuri’s life is endangered, he drops everything and rushes to her side. Now that they’re together again, can he convince Zuri that this time he wants forever? Rome's Pride is a spicy, paranormal, suspense romance featuring a black heroine and a Hispanic hero who are both cat-shifters. If you like fated mate, second chance romances set in foreign countries, this romance is for you.
230 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 15, 2016
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About the author
Zena Wynn
102 books340 followersZena Wynn is a multi-published author of erotic and sensual romance in various romance subgenres: Interracial, Contemporary, Paranormal, Sci-Fi/Fantasy, and Inspirational. She writes the type of stories she loves to read—stories with great characters who, through love and determination, overcome all the challenges that come their way. Her heroes and heroines are passionately, lovingly, devoted to each other. Zena wants her characters to stick with readers long after “The End.”
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April 19, 2021
In book six of Zena Wynn’s True Mate series is Rome and Zuri’s story. These two grow up together as foster siblings after Zuri’s father takes in a abandoned Rome. They have always been close but just when Zuri decides she wants to be more than friends, Rome decides it’s time to leave because his kind is not known to stay in one place for to long , at least that’s what life has taught him. Broken-hearted, Zuri vows to get on with her life and is resigned to the fact that she just lost her true mate and accepts the fact that love may never be a part of her future. Fifteen years later, after experiencing a literal fight for her life and loved ones, she here’s a voice she never thought she’d ever here again. Will this be Zuri and Rome’s second chance at love, or will this be closure to what never was never meant to be?
Rome’s Pride was a weekend diversion into paranormal romance with a little suspense tossed in. Since both these characters had alpha tendencies , there was some back and forth on who would end up on top, in and out the bedroom, which made for a great story line. Also you get to visit with, or at the very least, hear about characters from other books in the series ,and if you’re a fan like me, that’s an added bonus. I also loved the descriptions of the background settings because it gave me a feeling of taking mental trip to somewhere tropical which I could really use right now 😅. I enjoyed the romance as well as the drama and because I listened to the audio version I had the added touch of narration. The narrator did a good job enhancing the characters emotions at any given moment and together with well written storylines made for a enjoyably entertaining read.
Rome’s Pride was a weekend diversion into paranormal romance with a little suspense tossed in. Since both these characters had alpha tendencies , there was some back and forth on who would end up on top, in and out the bedroom, which made for a great story line. Also you get to visit with, or at the very least, hear about characters from other books in the series ,and if you’re a fan like me, that’s an added bonus. I also loved the descriptions of the background settings because it gave me a feeling of taking mental trip to somewhere tropical which I could really use right now 😅. I enjoyed the romance as well as the drama and because I listened to the audio version I had the added touch of narration. The narrator did a good job enhancing the characters emotions at any given moment and together with well written storylines made for a enjoyably entertaining read.
May 16, 2016
Linda Christiani
Omg I have been waiting for the next true mates book like forever I pre ordered and when midnight came with the books arrival I immediately started what I knew would be an awesome romance with everything I need and require including that tease of the next true mate just please I don't want another forever!!!
Omg I have been waiting for the next true mates book like forever I pre ordered and when midnight came with the books arrival I immediately started what I knew would be an awesome romance with everything I need and require including that tease of the next true mate just please I don't want another forever!!!
October 3, 2016
Good book. I'm a fan of this series and this addition to "True Mates" was worth the wait.
October 6, 2024
Why I started following this author
This series is why I started following this author. Nothing in this book was predictable. I love the chemistry between the leads. Despite being 20, the male lead was mature enough to see how a jaguar's nature could be damaging to their relationship and decided to wait. I was not expecting the wait to be that long. Then the author did not downplay the insecurity of the female lead. Her heart was broken and Rome had to work hard to get her back. I liked the author did not downplay the issues going on in Costa Rica at that time and used it as part of the storyline. I'm checking out more in this series that I initially did not have an interest in when I first read some of the books.
This series is why I started following this author. Nothing in this book was predictable. I love the chemistry between the leads. Despite being 20, the male lead was mature enough to see how a jaguar's nature could be damaging to their relationship and decided to wait. I was not expecting the wait to be that long. Then the author did not downplay the insecurity of the female lead. Her heart was broken and Rome had to work hard to get her back. I liked the author did not downplay the issues going on in Costa Rica at that time and used it as part of the storyline. I'm checking out more in this series that I initially did not have an interest in when I first read some of the books.
February 11, 2018
Rome's Pride is the 6th book in the True Mates series by Zena Wynn. Rome's Pride deals with the relationship between Zuri Buhari and Rome Barrio. It is a shapeshifter/paranormal romance.
I typically don't like shapeshifter romance stories but I really like the characters and situations that Zena Wynn presents in her books. Most paranormal romance novels are super cheesy and while they are paranormal and out "there", it's too much fantasy for me. I prefer something rooted in some reality and Wynn balances the line between fantasy and reality decently.
Another favorite of mine about Zena Wynn's stories is they are all in the same universe! Wynn typically references the old characters in some capacity while setting up new characters for a sequel but not in a way that takes away from the main character's story. However, this book did seem a bit rushed. Wynn spent most of the book setting up some big danger to Zuri and her pride but in the end, the danger was taken care of easily with a nice bow on top. It would have been nice for there to have been some real challenge to Rome and Zuri's relationship. I enjoyed this book and I will definitely read the next in the series but the first True Mates will always be my favorite.
I typically don't like shapeshifter romance stories but I really like the characters and situations that Zena Wynn presents in her books. Most paranormal romance novels are super cheesy and while they are paranormal and out "there", it's too much fantasy for me. I prefer something rooted in some reality and Wynn balances the line between fantasy and reality decently.
Another favorite of mine about Zena Wynn's stories is they are all in the same universe! Wynn typically references the old characters in some capacity while setting up new characters for a sequel but not in a way that takes away from the main character's story. However, this book did seem a bit rushed. Wynn spent most of the book setting up some big danger to Zuri and her pride but in the end, the danger was taken care of easily with a nice bow on top. It would have been nice for there to have been some real challenge to Rome and Zuri's relationship. I enjoyed this book and I will definitely read the next in the series but the first True Mates will always be my favorite.
January 27, 2020
Loved it!!!
I loved this story! True mate’s will find their way back together even after 15 years apart. Rome and Zuri were raised in the same household. At 17 and 20 they realize they are mates. Unwilling to mate her at such a young age, they end up being separated for 15 years. The resulting HEA is marvelous.
I loved this story! True mate’s will find their way back together even after 15 years apart. Rome and Zuri were raised in the same household. At 17 and 20 they realize they are mates. Unwilling to mate her at such a young age, they end up being separated for 15 years. The resulting HEA is marvelous.
April 15, 2021
Another hit!
This book was my second favorite out of the True Mates books. I love them all but this one and the first were my favorite. I loved it from start to finish and will probably read it over many times. The characters were well flushed out. Rome was true to character and I like that Zuri did not make it easy on him. Zuri was a strong woman & handled her man!
This book was my second favorite out of the True Mates books. I love them all but this one and the first were my favorite. I loved it from start to finish and will probably read it over many times. The characters were well flushed out. Rome was true to character and I like that Zuri did not make it easy on him. Zuri was a strong woman & handled her man!
December 4, 2017
A good add to the series, makes me want to really visit more rural mountain areas.
April 16, 2018
Not a bad story. This interracial black woman latin american story wasn't bad. I look forward to Bull's story with Tamera's sister. I can't wait for that one. As well as Connor's.
March 9, 2020
Like I said this writer is amazing
March 31, 2020
Ok...
This one was ok. It easy that good like the others. I can't see myself reading it again...ok
Lol bbh
This one was ok. It easy that good like the others. I can't see myself reading it again...ok
Lol bbh
October 5, 2025
2-2,5 stele
March 12, 2020
True Mates Indeed
Loved the whole series each couple had their challenges to overcome but the biggest challenge was to accept their fate and trust what's in their heart.
Loved the whole series each couple had their challenges to overcome but the biggest challenge was to accept their fate and trust what's in their heart.
May 15, 2016
It was a long wait
But it was so worth it. Thanks Zena for a great addition to your True Mates series. I was intrigued with Rome's story and never forgot about him. I knew that you would give him a mate that was worthy of him. Please don't us wait too long for Bull's story. I know that will be a great one too.
But it was so worth it. Thanks Zena for a great addition to your True Mates series. I was intrigued with Rome's story and never forgot about him. I knew that you would give him a mate that was worthy of him. Please don't us wait too long for Bull's story. I know that will be a great one too.
November 15, 2017
I love the story line. However, I would have liked To have read a little bit more action.
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