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Marked Bear / Bad Boy Firefighter Shifters #3
Bad Boy Rebel Bear
"She tamed me, so she’s mine.”
Steamy, full-length, standalone bear shifter paranormal romance, with a HEA ending and no cliffhangers. Get it at a special price for a very limited time.
Nash is a six-foot-eight, rule-breaking, woman-claiming, firefighter bear shifter. He's got scorching hot sex appeal from his shoulder-length blonde hair down to his firefighter boots--and everywhere in between. The bad boy never thought he'd have just one mate, yet he can't shake his need to claim Tess, the cute little burn unit nurse with the softest touch. He finally gets her where he wants her, and out of nowhere, she sends him packing with no explanation, with all her secrets still close to her chest. If he doesn't do something drastic, he'll lose the one woman who can tame his bear.
Tess has been living with one goal and one goal alone--to protect her brothers after a tragedy. She works to support them, and there's not enough time in the day to be social, until Nash, the scorching hot God of a firefighter asks her out. Nash breathes new life into her existence, but Tess is not ready to let him in just yet. And when two new disasters strike, her only option is to shut Nash out. She does not expect he'd be the one person who can turn it all around.
Watch the sparks fly as their romance sizzle.
AUTHOR'S NOTE: This is a full-length, standalone, HEA bear shifter romance. Contains mature topics and sexual content. Recommended for 18+ readers. Bad Boy Rebel Bear is Book 3 of the Marked Bear Shifter Romance Series. All stories are full-length standalones and can be read in any order. Enjoy!
Steamy, full-length, standalone bear shifter paranormal romance, with a HEA ending and no cliffhangers. Get it at a special price for a very limited time.
Nash is a six-foot-eight, rule-breaking, woman-claiming, firefighter bear shifter. He's got scorching hot sex appeal from his shoulder-length blonde hair down to his firefighter boots--and everywhere in between. The bad boy never thought he'd have just one mate, yet he can't shake his need to claim Tess, the cute little burn unit nurse with the softest touch. He finally gets her where he wants her, and out of nowhere, she sends him packing with no explanation, with all her secrets still close to her chest. If he doesn't do something drastic, he'll lose the one woman who can tame his bear.
Tess has been living with one goal and one goal alone--to protect her brothers after a tragedy. She works to support them, and there's not enough time in the day to be social, until Nash, the scorching hot God of a firefighter asks her out. Nash breathes new life into her existence, but Tess is not ready to let him in just yet. And when two new disasters strike, her only option is to shut Nash out. She does not expect he'd be the one person who can turn it all around.
Watch the sparks fly as their romance sizzle.
AUTHOR'S NOTE: This is a full-length, standalone, HEA bear shifter romance. Contains mature topics and sexual content. Recommended for 18+ readers. Bad Boy Rebel Bear is Book 3 of the Marked Bear Shifter Romance Series. All stories are full-length standalones and can be read in any order. Enjoy!
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162 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 4, 2016
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April 11, 2021
Happy ever after!
July 29, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
April 11, 2016
Being honest I haven’t read the first two books in this series, but it’s alright because you can read each of these books as standalone novels, yes there might be a small bit of confusion to begin with as your reading it from halfway through but I actually understood what was going on. I like it when you can read a book half way through the series and not have to worry about if you’re going to understand the whole plot, however I found myself loving this book as I was reading through it. Bella really knows how to create such a good story with making the characters loveable. I’m not normally into books that are all about shape shifters, but after reading this book I have found a new appreciation for them.
Nash is a fire-fighter but he can also shift into a bear, all he wants to do is not hide who he is from the world, but he knows that if he attempts to do so then he could get into serious trouble. There is a few others that are capable of shifting into a bear, but sometimes Nash feels lonely. I can completely understand that he hates keeping this massive secret because if we think about it clearly then even when we all have something huge but can’t tell anyone then it can eat you up inside and I think that the only reason for why he wants to just be able to be free from it all is so that he can go around helping people. Plus I think it could also to do with the fact that he has such a huge crush on Tess one of the nurses who works at the local hospital in the burn unit. I understand that he is scared that she will reject him but the fact it’s been over a year and he still hasn’t made a move is pretty bad.
Tess has her own struggles outside of her work at the hospital, to do with her own brothers and from learning about how she copes, she really does amaze me. If I was in her shoes, I would seriously have no clue in how to handle everything, so yeah the fact that she is strong and willing to do all she can so that she can help look after her brothers makes me happy. I love how she has such a big heart but is afraid to get hurt, I’m exactly the same so in some aspects I can relate to her, I love how she never thinks of herself because I do exactly the same, but the fact that she likes Nash as much as he likes her makes it all the more sweeter. However she isn’t sure if he will ever make a move, so she focuses on what she needs to do.
I seriously love the relationship between both Tess and Nash, it’s different as they both have such different personalities. However things get more exciting throughout the book as it’s like they are both destined to be together but whether it happens is another story, I would so love to tell you how things go but I feel like I would ruin it all for you just by telling you what happens. However those that have read this series will know how good and how much this book will keep you on the edge of your seat. So seriously give it a try because it’s that good.
Nash is a fire-fighter but he can also shift into a bear, all he wants to do is not hide who he is from the world, but he knows that if he attempts to do so then he could get into serious trouble. There is a few others that are capable of shifting into a bear, but sometimes Nash feels lonely. I can completely understand that he hates keeping this massive secret because if we think about it clearly then even when we all have something huge but can’t tell anyone then it can eat you up inside and I think that the only reason for why he wants to just be able to be free from it all is so that he can go around helping people. Plus I think it could also to do with the fact that he has such a huge crush on Tess one of the nurses who works at the local hospital in the burn unit. I understand that he is scared that she will reject him but the fact it’s been over a year and he still hasn’t made a move is pretty bad.
Tess has her own struggles outside of her work at the hospital, to do with her own brothers and from learning about how she copes, she really does amaze me. If I was in her shoes, I would seriously have no clue in how to handle everything, so yeah the fact that she is strong and willing to do all she can so that she can help look after her brothers makes me happy. I love how she has such a big heart but is afraid to get hurt, I’m exactly the same so in some aspects I can relate to her, I love how she never thinks of herself because I do exactly the same, but the fact that she likes Nash as much as he likes her makes it all the more sweeter. However she isn’t sure if he will ever make a move, so she focuses on what she needs to do.
I seriously love the relationship between both Tess and Nash, it’s different as they both have such different personalities. However things get more exciting throughout the book as it’s like they are both destined to be together but whether it happens is another story, I would so love to tell you how things go but I feel like I would ruin it all for you just by telling you what happens. However those that have read this series will know how good and how much this book will keep you on the edge of your seat. So seriously give it a try because it’s that good.
June 25, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Enjoyable and worth picking up!
November 22, 2016
Another fun story from Bella Love-wins. This is the third book in the Bad Boy Firefighter Shifter books. This story is about Nash and the twinkle in his eye Tess. Nash is a rebel and doesn't always follow the rules. He is tired of hiding the fact that he's a shifter and he doesn't understand why they can't use their talents to help rescue their work related victims. He is in love with a nurse from the local hospital that works in the burn unit, Tess. Tess is in love with Nash and always wonders why he's one of the only firemen that ends up with burns all the time. LOL After Nash works up the nerve to ask her out he finds out that she has a lot of secrets and very little time for him. While Nash thinks it's another man, it's really that she takes care of her brothers that were horribly burned in a club accident.
The story is what makes the book and this was a fun, romantic and very sexy story. I really enjoyed this series and I kind of wish there were more. There were left overs from each book in this series and I really wish there was a follow-up. There is the mysterious man that is tracking the bears in the forest. There is Rhys Dillon, still on the loose and possibly a vampire? What? I really would like more. Hopefully this writer is going to deliver another story to tie up loose ends. HOPEFULLY!
The story is what makes the book and this was a fun, romantic and very sexy story. I really enjoyed this series and I kind of wish there were more. There were left overs from each book in this series and I really wish there was a follow-up. There is the mysterious man that is tracking the bears in the forest. There is Rhys Dillon, still on the loose and possibly a vampire? What? I really would like more. Hopefully this writer is going to deliver another story to tie up loose ends. HOPEFULLY!
April 5, 2016
This is the best of the 3 books in this series !! Bad Boy Nash has a reputation with the ladies that puts good girl nurse Tess off at first. Nash does everything including not letting his inner bear heal his burns, just so he can go get them treated by Tess. Which of course makes him catch Hades from the other shifter Firemen at the station. But Tess has a secret and it's driving Nash to distrust her, even though they are sharing mad, passionate lovemaking. It's not until after using his bear strength to help one of her brothers ( he doesn't know it's her brother at the time). Do both of their secrets come tumbling out. Now the only questions that remain are; can Tess tame the bear, and can Nash stand up, pull on his big boy boxers and be the shifter/man Tess needs in her life. 5☆ book. Solid characters, excellent fire scenes, even hotter sex scenes !! Bella Love-Wins it all with this book. I recieved a gifted copy in exchange for an honest review.
May 28, 2016
Oh wow even though we have been introduced to these characters before you get to experience them on a grander scale. I was given this awesome book in exchange for an honest review and like I said it's amazing. Nash is known as bad boy player who gets hurt a lot..or is it just a ruse to get nurse Tess to kiss his boo boos? Well we all know the answer to that one... Something about Tess calls to him and more importantly to his bear. But there are too many secrets building a wall between them. Tess is a beautiful burn unit nurse who also is provides for her brothers. She can seem to resist Nash no matter how much she tried. So finally giving in blows her away. She has always known since meeting him that he was it for her but does he think the same or is she just a challenge. Secret have a way of coming out even when you try to hide them. But we all know his secret what is hers? Will it drive them apart or closer? How will her brothers react? Read and find out....
May 5, 2016
3.5 stars
Firstly this is book 3 in the series but if like me you haven't read the first two it doesn't take anything away from the story and can be read as a standalone.
The story revolves around two main characters Nash and Tess.
Nash is a rebel, firefighting beat shifter, Tess is a burns unit nurse, as a bear shifter Nash can heal himself but much to the amusement of his fellow comrades he doesn't so that he gets to see and pursue Tess
Nashs bad boy reputation and his way with the ladies gives Tess preconceived ideas about who he is and at first she doesn't want to let him in or give him a chance, but Nash is very persistent and wears her down.
What we end up with is hot, explosive and smouldering sexual relations, both hiding a secret, which can never be good for a relationship. So what happens when secrets unravel and reveal themselves, questions and trust aside can they have the relationship they both desire.
This book has it all, 3.5 stars
Firstly this is book 3 in the series but if like me you haven't read the first two it doesn't take anything away from the story and can be read as a standalone.
The story revolves around two main characters Nash and Tess.
Nash is a rebel, firefighting beat shifter, Tess is a burns unit nurse, as a bear shifter Nash can heal himself but much to the amusement of his fellow comrades he doesn't so that he gets to see and pursue Tess
Nashs bad boy reputation and his way with the ladies gives Tess preconceived ideas about who he is and at first she doesn't want to let him in or give him a chance, but Nash is very persistent and wears her down.
What we end up with is hot, explosive and smouldering sexual relations, both hiding a secret, which can never be good for a relationship. So what happens when secrets unravel and reveal themselves, questions and trust aside can they have the relationship they both desire.
This book has it all, 3.5 stars
May 7, 2016
Bad Boy Rebel Bear by Bella Love-Wins is book three in her Marked Bear series. It is a hot and steamy shifter romance about Nash, a sinfully sexy six-foot-eight firefighter/bear shifter, and Tess- the cute little burn unit nurse who also happens to be his one mate he never thought he'd have.
Nash has had a crush on Tess for a while and though he can heal his burns as a bear shifter he purposely doesn't so he can pay visits to Tess in the hospital so she can treat his injuries. I found this to be so sweet and was excited when he finally get the nerve to ask her out. This is when the story starts to take off. Both are hiding their own secrets and may risk their newfound relationship.
I really enjoyed the relationship between Nash and Tess. They have great chemistry, and heat.
Overall, Bad Boy Rebel Bear was a great story and I definitely recommend. Excited to read more by Ms. Love-Wins.
Nash has had a crush on Tess for a while and though he can heal his burns as a bear shifter he purposely doesn't so he can pay visits to Tess in the hospital so she can treat his injuries. I found this to be so sweet and was excited when he finally get the nerve to ask her out. This is when the story starts to take off. Both are hiding their own secrets and may risk their newfound relationship.
I really enjoyed the relationship between Nash and Tess. They have great chemistry, and heat.
Overall, Bad Boy Rebel Bear was a great story and I definitely recommend. Excited to read more by Ms. Love-Wins.
April 16, 2016
I just can not get enough of those sexy fire bears. We already knew of this budding relationship between Nash and Tess from reading the first two books in the series, and I mean by budding relationship in that Nash kept either burning himself on purpose or just going into the burn unit with a minor burn that he could have healed himself, just to see Nurse Tess. I was probably just as excited as the characters in the book when Nash finally asked her out, and she said yes. You will find though there is a lot more going on in Tess's life, than we knew. This is a great story. I also love how Bella Love-Wins has brought people into this story from her Cabin Bear series. I received this book from the author in return for an honest review, and I loved this book, as well as the whole series. I highly recommend this book.
April 13, 2016
This is the first book in this series I have read and now I am looking forward to reading the rest. Nash and Tess are such a great story and I loved getting to see them dance around the fact that they both like each other....but who will finally make a move. Nash was so shy and unsure around Tess and it made him all that more endearing and sweet. Tess is hard working and has a lot of family responsibility on her shoulders right now. Dating and getting out there and having fun is exactly what she needs. I enjoyed Nash's crew on the department and how they razzed him incessantly over dragging his feet with Tess. This was a quick, fun, sexy and wonderful read and can't wait to read the rest in the Bear Shifter series.
April 15, 2016
Tess is a full time nurse who also cares for her brothers after a accident theft them disabled and in constant pain. Struggling to make ends meet she never has time for herself until Nash a hot firefighter who has been coming into the ER for her to treat his burns finally gets his nerve up to ask her out and the chemistry is hot hot hot. Tess won't let Nash get close though because her brothers have to come first. Can Nash change her mind or will she run when she finds out his secret? Great read get it and find out! Awesome secondary characters love them all.
I was given an ARC of this book for my honest review
I was given an ARC of this book for my honest review
April 6, 2016
Rebel Shifter and Family Driven Nurse
Nash is one rebel, bear shifter, fireman. He pushes the envelope at his work and it gets the job done! Tess is a hardworking burn unit nurse and family driven by taking care of her two brothers. Nash has been wanting to ask her out for almost two years. He finally does and things are going great until family issues smack her in the face. Nash isn't easily put off and he gets the other shifters to help heal her brothers. This is one smoking good read! Received an ARC for an honest review.
Nash is one rebel, bear shifter, fireman. He pushes the envelope at his work and it gets the job done! Tess is a hardworking burn unit nurse and family driven by taking care of her two brothers. Nash has been wanting to ask her out for almost two years. He finally does and things are going great until family issues smack her in the face. Nash isn't easily put off and he gets the other shifters to help heal her brothers. This is one smoking good read! Received an ARC for an honest review.
April 18, 2016
I received a copy of this book as an arc to give an honest review and I would say that I'm fortunate to have read it. I love the main characters in the story. Nash and Tess. Nash is a rebel but in a good way, fighting for what he believe is right even if his work/profession will be in jeopardy. I love the way Tess loves her family. I can identify myself with her as I also work in a hospital with brothers I also help. Their dedication is admirable for they would do everything for their love ones. Overall I like it and enjoyed reading it.
April 5, 2016
I received an ARC of this book for an honest review
Ohhh this was so good I have loved Nash since book 2 lol, I am so glad that he and Tess finally get together,
Tess works in the burn unit at the hospital Nash keeps getting burned (lol) and needs her to help him (or not) since he could heal himself, oh and there is some side story in this book to (won't spoil it) but I can't wait to see how it plays out, and also Rhyss was mentioned so hopefully we will get that story soon too
Ohhh this was so good I have loved Nash since book 2 lol, I am so glad that he and Tess finally get together,
Tess works in the burn unit at the hospital Nash keeps getting burned (lol) and needs her to help him (or not) since he could heal himself, oh and there is some side story in this book to (won't spoil it) but I can't wait to see how it plays out, and also Rhyss was mentioned so hopefully we will get that story soon too
December 20, 2016
I love Nash...he is a rebel when it comes to work and his beliefs about being a shifter, but underneath it all, he is a genuine sweetheart. Tess has been taking care of her family for so long that she is reluctant to open up and ask for help. Finally, both break down and open themselves up and find that they are really perfect for each other and can help each other out.
I loved this story!
ARC for honest review.
I loved this story!
ARC for honest review.
April 21, 2016
I just loved this book. Poor Nash. He felt so out of his element when it came to Tess. He finally gets up the nerve to ask her out and then sparks fly. They are just electric together. They are both keeping a secret and it might break them up. When the story ended I still wanted more, it was a happy ending, but it could have continued further. Looking forward to reading more from Bella.
I received a copy in exchange for an honest review.
I received a copy in exchange for an honest review.
April 7, 2016
Baby Bear and Dynomite
Nash and Tess were meant to be. Nash was the last single firefighter to fall head over heels in love. They both had secrets. To find out what their secrets were and how they handled them, you have to read this book. Enjoy!
Nash and Tess were meant to be. Nash was the last single firefighter to fall head over heels in love. They both had secrets. To find out what their secrets were and how they handled them, you have to read this book. Enjoy!
April 14, 2016
I received this book as an ARC for an honest review. It is awesome. The book is part of the Marked Bear Shifter series. It is a stand alone book with a HEA. I recommend it to all shifter lovers. Nash and Tess story is a wonderful read. Looking forward to the next book in the series.
April 21, 2016
Pretty good shifter story. Just a bit unbelievable. Isn't that funny. But they have a power that's new to me and I am having trouble swAllowing it. And one more thing, gorilla shifters are just not sexy. Otherwise it could have had 5 stars.
August 4, 2016
Third book I've read by this author
And this one is the best. She didn't try to cram as many different genres into one story, just bear-shifters and fire fighters. Tess and Nash are likable main characters and the story has a HEA.
And this one is the best. She didn't try to cram as many different genres into one story, just bear-shifters and fire fighters. Tess and Nash are likable main characters and the story has a HEA.
October 4, 2016
Shifter story that you can't put down...
Kindle Unlimited standalone in series. Loved Nash and his story. Tess is a strong female character that added a lot to the story being told... Hope all the others get their books to? Especially Zeke!!
Kindle Unlimited standalone in series. Loved Nash and his story. Tess is a strong female character that added a lot to the story being told... Hope all the others get their books to? Especially Zeke!!
May 15, 2016
Another superb read. These books just get better and better.
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April 29, 2016Hea.
Wow i loved all the books in this series. There could be a little more to the love story side of the book, but otherwise it was a good read.
Wow i loved all the books in this series. There could be a little more to the love story side of the book, but otherwise it was a good read.
April 29, 2016
Fantastic
Another winner, I loved it. A bear in a uniform, big, sexy and you just become part of the plot. Great, but what happens to Tess's brothers?
Another winner, I loved it. A bear in a uniform, big, sexy and you just become part of the plot. Great, but what happens to Tess's brothers?
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