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This is the first installment in the LOST CREEK SHIFTERS BAD BOY series of NOVELLA length stories...
Welcome to Lost Creek... a quiet mountain town full of secrets...
When Poppy takes a vacation with her overbearing family, the last thing she expects is to find herself in the idyllic surroundings of Lost Creek, and what comes as even more of a surprise is one of the first people she meets, the handsome and mysterious Arlo.
Arlo owns one of the busiest diners in town, but Poppy soon learns that he is on the wrong side of a grand divide, and that Lost Creek is a town of two halves.
"Bears and Wolves roam these woods..." she is told... But she never could have imagined how close they could be... and of how those nearest to her are hiding something deep inside of themselves which could threaten to ruin everything. Is Arlo all that he seems? And if he is really what Poppy thinks he is, could she be the woman he has been waiting for? The one who can finally love and understand him?
There's only one way to find out... Come and meet the residents of Lost Creek! And pick a side... Bears or Wolves?
***INCLUDING A BUNCH OF FREE BONUS STORIES FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY!!
Warning: This ebook contains mature themes and language and is meant for 18+ readers only.
This book is best read by Werebear Shapeshifter New Adult Contemporary Paranormal Billionaire Shifter Pregnancy Short Stories Romance
Welcome to Lost Creek... a quiet mountain town full of secrets...
When Poppy takes a vacation with her overbearing family, the last thing she expects is to find herself in the idyllic surroundings of Lost Creek, and what comes as even more of a surprise is one of the first people she meets, the handsome and mysterious Arlo.
Arlo owns one of the busiest diners in town, but Poppy soon learns that he is on the wrong side of a grand divide, and that Lost Creek is a town of two halves.
"Bears and Wolves roam these woods..." she is told... But she never could have imagined how close they could be... and of how those nearest to her are hiding something deep inside of themselves which could threaten to ruin everything. Is Arlo all that he seems? And if he is really what Poppy thinks he is, could she be the woman he has been waiting for? The one who can finally love and understand him?
There's only one way to find out... Come and meet the residents of Lost Creek! And pick a side... Bears or Wolves?
***INCLUDING A BUNCH OF FREE BONUS STORIES FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY!!
Warning: This ebook contains mature themes and language and is meant for 18+ readers only.
This book is best read by Werebear Shapeshifter New Adult Contemporary Paranormal Billionaire Shifter Pregnancy Short Stories Romance
60 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 22, 2016
About the author
Samantha Leal
218 books531 followersI am just your ordinary stay at home mum...so just so happens to love writing hot tales of alpha males and the ladies that love...or at least lust after them. I live in the countryside in a far away magical place...but spend some time across the pond in the Big Apple too! I hope you love my shifter tales...and/or some of my biker tales too! Lately shifters have taken my fancy though...! Thanks so much for stopping by ; )
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June 23, 2022
Ok but ..
Not enough to read the next in series. To be honest it was boring, had errors, and really not interesting as other shifter books.
I must ask how you can put your car in drive to "reverse out"? errors like that. Also not keen on the POV it was written in.
Not enough to read the next in series. To be honest it was boring, had errors, and really not interesting as other shifter books.
I must ask how you can put your car in drive to "reverse out"? errors like that. Also not keen on the POV it was written in.
February 27, 2017
Got free for a honest review.
I loved the story of Arlo and Poppy. Thought the story was well written for a short story. Just couple of things that would of made it better, a longer ending to wrap some things up for us. We never found out why the mom was having issues with Poppy. Just a few things I thought would have made it better yet. I am curious to know why the wolf pack and bear packs were having issues with each other. So those are left to wonder on. "I changed my 4 to 5 star, I didn't know more would come out about Arlo in the series. I loved the story and do hope to read more about them.
I still think the story was good, and still want to read other stories of yours.
Thank you for letting me read your story.
I loved the story of Arlo and Poppy. Thought the story was well written for a short story. Just couple of things that would of made it better, a longer ending to wrap some things up for us. We never found out why the mom was having issues with Poppy. Just a few things I thought would have made it better yet. I am curious to know why the wolf pack and bear packs were having issues with each other. So those are left to wonder on. "I changed my 4 to 5 star, I didn't know more would come out about Arlo in the series. I loved the story and do hope to read more about them.
I still think the story was good, and still want to read other stories of yours.
Thank you for letting me read your story.
February 22, 2017
Disappointed, But Let Me Explain
Arlo is a great story. Well, almost. I'll explain. Arlo has the makings of a greater shifter romance. Beautiful scenery, two main characters are well thought out, instant chemistry, etc. But, the story has a beginning, a plot you COULD see going so many different ways and then, then. . . . . Exactly. It's just "poof". Over. No ending. The main story, Arlo, is only 5% of the book. That just irks me to no end. If it's a short, say it's a short. I think the author was really on to something here and it would have been great! I have not read the other 10+ stories in the book because I don't want to be disappointed again. But, I will say, if this author will write a FULL book, I would most definitely read it because I see great potential in the writing.
Arlo is a great story. Well, almost. I'll explain. Arlo has the makings of a greater shifter romance. Beautiful scenery, two main characters are well thought out, instant chemistry, etc. But, the story has a beginning, a plot you COULD see going so many different ways and then, then. . . . . Exactly. It's just "poof". Over. No ending. The main story, Arlo, is only 5% of the book. That just irks me to no end. If it's a short, say it's a short. I think the author was really on to something here and it would have been great! I have not read the other 10+ stories in the book because I don't want to be disappointed again. But, I will say, if this author will write a FULL book, I would most definitely read it because I see great potential in the writing.
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October 7, 2016
Poppy goes on vacation with her family and while checking out the area she meets Arlo inside of his bar. It was a short but sweet, faster paced read that was exceptionally written. It kept me engaged and the characters are very fascinating (although, I didn't like her mother at all), especially Arlo and I totally enjoyed the story along with the other exciting stories in this book. :)
November 11, 2017
4% only
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4% only. Wow that is the lowest I have seen so far. This review is only for the cover book. I enjoyed reading this book. To have a life you are not enjoying go on vacation I find your soul mate is a dream come true for Poppy.. when she meets Arlo her life starts to change for the better. But how will she handle the town's secret?
As with other books that have bonus stories included, I wish they would label them in the contents the name of the story and the author that has written them. It is easier to keep track of which ones you read and which ones you have not. That way the reader can go to the ones that they have not.
Kindle Unlimited Purchase
4% only. Wow that is the lowest I have seen so far. This review is only for the cover book. I enjoyed reading this book. To have a life you are not enjoying go on vacation I find your soul mate is a dream come true for Poppy.. when she meets Arlo her life starts to change for the better. But how will she handle the town's secret?
As with other books that have bonus stories included, I wish they would label them in the contents the name of the story and the author that has written them. It is easier to keep track of which ones you read and which ones you have not. That way the reader can go to the ones that they have not.
July 17, 2019
This is the first in series of shifter romance. Poppy is taking a dreaded family vacation to Lost Creek, a place where you can go from skiing to sunbathing. Her mother has been very unpleasant towards her since she moved back home after college. Poppy runs into a sexy stranger when they make a rest stop along the way. There is something about him that intrigues her. When she checks out the main street of the town, she goes to a bar called Arlo's, and runs into the stranger. He is Arlo and he wants Poppy.
July 7, 2019
ARLO (Lost Creek Shifters Book of 1)
This couple was great together
This was a fantastic read
This author was new for me and I was so pleased that I choose to read this book.
The story was well written and had an emotional plot.
The characters were interesting and well developed
I really enjoyed the book so much that I ordered the next 4 books
Would encourage anyone who wants to read a great book to read this one
This couple was great together
This was a fantastic read
This author was new for me and I was so pleased that I choose to read this book.
The story was well written and had an emotional plot.
The characters were interesting and well developed
I really enjoyed the book so much that I ordered the next 4 books
Would encourage anyone who wants to read a great book to read this one
July 25, 2026
Fated
Poppy seems like such a nitwit. Her mom really seems like she doesn't like Poppy. Poppy's family is leaving for a family vacation. They all love the town and vacation home. Poppy decided to check out the town. Poppy stops at a store and smells male goodness close by. She also finds a great bar and meets Willow the bartender. The boss is Arlo, a bear shifter and the same male goodness smells eminates from him. There is romance, possessiveness and spice.
Poppy seems like such a nitwit. Her mom really seems like she doesn't like Poppy. Poppy's family is leaving for a family vacation. They all love the town and vacation home. Poppy decided to check out the town. Poppy stops at a store and smells male goodness close by. She also finds a great bar and meets Willow the bartender. The boss is Arlo, a bear shifter and the same male goodness smells eminates from him. There is romance, possessiveness and spice.
July 9, 2017
Quick but good read
I really enjoyed "Arlo", great storyline, smoking sex, and interesting characters, even though very short. In addition to thus primary story there are several freebies, which I seem to have already read and purchased. And while they were great, yes, I reread them, they really need editing.
I really enjoyed "Arlo", great storyline, smoking sex, and interesting characters, even though very short. In addition to thus primary story there are several freebies, which I seem to have already read and purchased. And while they were great, yes, I reread them, they really need editing.
September 26, 2022
It was a nice read, but it was a little predictable. I read so many books, these days and they are all starting to blend together. I liked that it had a happy ending, but the writer, should have given the answer to why the Mother had turned so hateful to her daughter. She made it obvious that there was a problem, and it was a puzzle to the girl, but she just left it hanging. I found that very distracting.
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December 9, 2025
Loved It!
I am a Werewolf fan 100% but Arlo made ne fall in love with the bears! What a great story, I found myself smiling throughout this book. The way his relationship with Poppy was so sweet and subtle not like the typical Werewolf stories I love. Arlo was the big protective teddy bear, I cant wait to read the other 7 stories in this series!
I am a Werewolf fan 100% but Arlo made ne fall in love with the bears! What a great story, I found myself smiling throughout this book. The way his relationship with Poppy was so sweet and subtle not like the typical Werewolf stories I love. Arlo was the big protective teddy bear, I cant wait to read the other 7 stories in this series!
November 6, 2018
Beauty and the Bear
Good story. There is more to be discovered and it would make a good series. Polly’s mum was a real piece of nasty, but Polly found with Arlo that she was not only loved, but had to strength to discard her mother.
Good story. There is more to be discovered and it would make a good series. Polly’s mum was a real piece of nasty, but Polly found with Arlo that she was not only loved, but had to strength to discard her mother.
August 3, 2019
Arlo
I felt a connection to Poppy right away. The way her mom treated her was bad. Losing that relationship with a parent is hard. Finding a deeper connection with Arlo helped Poppy. This story moves fast but is a good one. I look forward to reading rest of this series.
I felt a connection to Poppy right away. The way her mom treated her was bad. Losing that relationship with a parent is hard. Finding a deeper connection with Arlo helped Poppy. This story moves fast but is a good one. I look forward to reading rest of this series.
June 22, 2021
Really relaxing book
A nice book and story that is a wonderful book to read. It is not bogged down in sex and definitely not a detail type book. I don’t give you any more information about the book than this.
A nice book and story that is a wonderful book to read. It is not bogged down in sex and definitely not a detail type book. I don’t give you any more information about the book than this.
August 25, 2021
Incredible, beautiful story!
Arlo and Poppy is a great story. I could not put my Kindle down. I knew they were fated mates right away. The way they were drawn to each other, when Arlo turned into a bear to protect her, Poppy accepted him for who he was.
Arlo and Poppy is a great story. I could not put my Kindle down. I knew they were fated mates right away. The way they were drawn to each other, when Arlo turned into a bear to protect her, Poppy accepted him for who he was.
February 23, 2017
Short, quick, funny story. This was good read and kept me interested. It has a great storyline.
June 15, 2017
Rather short but sweet but not very descriptive. Over all an ok.
November 6, 2018
Wow! Just finished it! Great characters, love Arlo. I can't wait to read the next one. Good story, could relate to the characters.
November 9, 2018
I just love bears!
I really enjoyed this story. The description of the mountains and little mountain town is where I would love to live.
I really enjoyed this story. The description of the mountains and little mountain town is where I would love to live.
November 10, 2018
Quick read
This is a short and to the point story- left a few too many loose ends for my tastes but it’s a quick, easy read.
This is a short and to the point story- left a few too many loose ends for my tastes but it’s a quick, easy read.
November 21, 2018
Quick Afternoon Read
Arlo is book 1 of Samantha Leal's Lost Creek Shifters series. It's a quick read great for an afternoon read.
Arlo is book 1 of Samantha Leal's Lost Creek Shifters series. It's a quick read great for an afternoon read.
December 12, 2018
Great series! I enjoyed it!
July 16, 2019
Once again I have found a good book in this story. I found it hard to put it down until the end.
October 5, 2019
This book is amazing 🥰
April 20, 2020
❤❤❤❤❤
May 7, 2020
I always feel like I am missing a part of the story for her books even when I read book one. It feels like I am starting in the middle.
June 7, 2020
Sweet and romantic
Going on a family vacation changes two lives. A wonderful opening story for what looks to be a romantic and hot set. A nice paced story with a wonderful HEA.
Going on a family vacation changes two lives. A wonderful opening story for what looks to be a romantic and hot set. A nice paced story with a wonderful HEA.
June 21, 2021
Short and Sweet
Fun novella, of a chance meeting of fated mates. Who doesn't love a bear shifter - huge, loving and protective.
Fun novella, of a chance meeting of fated mates. Who doesn't love a bear shifter - huge, loving and protective.
June 26, 2021
Decent enough story. Gelt a bit rushed because it was so short.
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