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The last book in the bestselling Clawed Squad series!
 
The Clawed Squad's alpha, Thorn Conway, is the last of the squad left to get married. Only problem is, his mate died a decade ago.
The hurt is still real, the pain is still raw. Will he be able to move past her looming memory to find the happiness that he doesn't feel like he deserves? Or will he give into the darkness and let down his whole squad?
Fate can be cruel, but fate can also hold a few tricks up her sleeve...

Join the Clawed Squad for one last adventure with a lot of action, steam, and of course, a lot of laughs.


HEA. Standalone. No Cliffhanger. These books can be read out of order but you will get much more enjoyment if you start from the beginning.

139 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 27, 2016

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Profile Image for Maria11.
2,001 reviews45 followers
November 1, 2016
Good ending to the series. Glad Thorn got his happily ever after. He deserved it for putting up with everyone else!
3,423 reviews20 followers
October 28, 2016
I've known guys willing to do a lot to see a special lady to them, however, never have I known a guy to go through what Thorn does to see his special someone. When we last saw Thorn, he left the squad, Knowing he could never find a mate to fulfill the contract and didn't want the other guys to lose their home.

Going back to the town where he grew up brought him in touch with someone who could reach him. A lady someone. Would he be able to take her as his mate? What held her back? Or Who? Was history going to repeat itself?

Here we come to the conclusion of the series. Thorn grabbed my heart. With all the good will he had for his guys, and his encouragement, he was sad, lonely with a past he wouldn't reveal. We only knew his mate was dead. Would the cost be even greater this time? Would the threat be to more than his squad and himself? Another winner and a conclusion that made me smile and sigh.
Profile Image for Susan  Burgess-Ryan.
717 reviews13 followers
October 30, 2016
1000 STARS!!!! 5 STARS ISN'T ENOUGH FOR THIS BOOK.

Kim Fox is one AWESOME writer when it comes to paranormal romance. She knows how to pull you in at the beginning of the book and hold your attention till the very end of the book. And more times than not, she pulls will pull a surprise ending. That is a good sign that the author/writer is good at what they do. In “The Clawed Squad: Thorn” she pulls a fast one on you. By that I mean she brings in new characters and that means she isn’t done with the story line even if she pulls a whole new series from the original one. “Oh what a tangled web she weaves, and she stops nobody will know.” You have shifters that make your panties melt, a rhinoceros, brave female mates, mystery, fighting, ect…. Trust me when I say that you do not want to miss this book. This book is tied with the TWINS as far as best book in the series and my favorite. This one played on your emotions, and the twins was hilarious….

Thorn Conway is a bear shifter (Kodiak bear), and is the Alpha of the Clawed Squad. He has left the Clawed Ranch because he is the only one who hasn’t married. Thorn returns home to Willowmoss, Colorado to deal with his demons. He is looking to give Nathalie’s parents some closure and hoping to be put in jail because he let his mate down and didn’t protect her like he should have. Boy does his demons come back to haunt him and the whole Clawed Squad, as well as the Vega brothers. Will Thorn be able to deal with his demons? Will Thorn be able to deal with the other matter that fate throws at him? Or will he just give up and completely let himself and his squad down? Just remember that not only is fate cruel to him, but fate also has a surprise for him. You surely don’t want to miss out on this book. Even though this is the last book in the series, just remember that Kim Fox always has surprises up her sleeves for her readers.

No Spoilers. Advanced Reader copy read voluntarily.

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2,038 reviews6 followers
November 18, 2016
As we come to the last one left to be married of the 10 shifters, the suspense that has surrounded the others about how they were going to convince Thorn to marry comes to a head. Hopefully (wishful thinking LoL) this won't be the end of this great series that has kept me so entertained. I've absolutely loved reading The Vega Brothers and The Clawed Squad.

Thorn is very adamant about not marrying anyone, he still suffers the death of his mate and no other can take her place. He decides to visit his hometown which only has good and very sad memories for him, but he must come to terms with his dead mates family. To his immense and wonderful surprise, he discovers that Nathalie didn't die that fateful day that changed his life, but problem is she does not remember anything about her life before that day, but more important she doesn't remember him. Now he must find a way to make her remember him without damaging her. He comes up with some pretty ingenious ways to see her and Nathalie begins to have flashbacks of her childhood everytime he touches her.

Will Thorn accomplish his mission, or will he forever have to suffer the loss of his mate and by extension the loss of the Clawed & Vega Ranch.

This is the best of all The Clawed Squad stories, the powerful love and witt is wonderful. You have to read this story to appreciate all the craziness.

After all is said and done, the lawyer Mr. Collins has to run for his life after he imparts to all the owners of the Ranch a clause in the will.
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1,982 reviews39 followers
July 26, 2020

At the start of the book, we have Thorn fighting! losing his mate! Being thrown into jail! Then being blackmailed into fighting for a shifter section of the army (with no release date)
But it wasn’t always bad for Thorn, a high school football player, a well liked member of the town and a girl who he’s loved since he was six years old!
Then the troubles began, another lad wanted Nathalie, fights would break out, until one night the fight took a turn for the unexpected and Thorn lost his mate!!

If you’ve read the previous series (Vega Brothers) you’ll know they gave a portion of their land to the Clawed crew, and you’ll also know that the stipulation that applied to the Vega brothers also applies to the Clawed crew!
Watching his team/friends/brothers all find their mates has Thorn making a decision to leave Montana. He won’t ever take another mate, Nathalie was his bonded mate, he can’t marry anyone else not even to save the ranch! So leaving Tyler in charge he goes back to his hometown to face judgement!

I must admit I liked this one a little better than the previous two.
Liked how Thorn thought he’d never love another, his love for his mate was never going to go away. So going back home was his way of trying to move forward, he knew it was his fault that Nathalie died, but he never stood on trial for his crime, never said sorry to Nathalie’s mother. Now he’s free of the army he thinks it’s time to face the music.

So does he get over his mate dying? And will he ever go back to Colwood Montana?

That you’ll have to find out for yourself.


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Profile Image for Ingrid Stephanie Jordan.
1,862 reviews24 followers
October 28, 2016
Title:  Clawed Squad  Thorn  
Series: The Bear Shifters of Clawed Ranch
Destination: Book 5., 132 Pages
Author: Kim Fox
Reviewer: Ingrid Stephanie Jordan
Genre: #PRN #BearShifters
My Score:   #5Stars☆☆☆☆☆
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The last for the Clawed Squad and what a happy tear jeaker.

10 years ago
General Samson went to Colorado to get what he thought was two murderers Thorn and Logan (the man who killed Nathalie Thorn's Mate) he sedated them then put them in a van. Thorn came out of the sedation and then he took his claws into his own neck praying for death than tried to kill himself but General Sampson wouldn't have that and sedated him some more. Because he Clawed his neck the  name Clawed Squad was born.
                       Present Day
Thorn is a Kodiak Bear and part of the Clawed Squad left Montana and came back to
Willowmoss,  Colorado where he went to school, grew up and saw Nathalie murdered.
All his memories were in this little town.
As he walked down the street he relives his memories.
No way could Thorn marry just anyone, not even for the Ranch. He was mated already,
you only mate once. Thorn was mated to Nathalie who died, he saw her laying on the sidewalk dead. Question is the Wilde Crew next?
     A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book and my comments here are my honest opinion.
Profile Image for Patricia Baxes.
3,050 reviews30 followers
November 1, 2016
How can one be so deliriously happy yet be so heartbroken at the same time? It's some weird conundrum for sure--but that's exactly how I feel! As the final novel in the Clawed Squad series is released, we see a HEA on the horizon for all our favorites.

Kim Fox has taken us on a veritable roller coaster ride since we met the first Clawed Squad member, Stetson, in the first novel. We laughed and cried as the other members fumbled and fought to get their mates as well. We held our breath as Tyler struggled to get his true mate, Isabella, back.

But now...we open the final novel, waiting with bated breath to see the story of Thorn unfold. Our Alpha male, leader of the Clawed Squad. The shifter who lost his mate years ago. Will he be able to find peace at last?

This book--and the entire series-- should have more stars than the heavens. This is one of the absolute best shifter series I've had the pleasure to read.

Let Thorn lead you to your own happy place. Read this book. Add it to your library. Breathe a sigh of relief--the Clawed Squad, led by Thorn, nailed it. I can't wait to see what Kim Fox brings us next!
(I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.)


Profile Image for Rochelle.
3,462 reviews56 followers
October 30, 2016
*I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book*

THORN(The Clawed Squad #5) by Kim Fox

The Clawed Sqad's alpha Thorn Conway, is the last of the squad left to get married. His mate died a long time ago, and his not looking for another. His memories still painful and the hurt never goes away. His not sure he can move forward to find happiness with anyone that isn't his mate. Will his let his squad down? Or does fate have one last hand to play?

Another entertaining read, as our alpha finds his bride. I've been waiting for Thorn's story, and I was not disappointed. Loved the storyline, it was exciting and captivating. The characters just stole my heart, very sweet and well suited. This story had me grinning more than once, and gave me a lump in my throat on a few occasions as well. Overall just the sweetest story, loved it. I'm looking forward to now reading about the new squad on the block,'The Wilde Crew'!
556 reviews12 followers
November 17, 2016
I've been waiting for Thorn's story since meeting him and catching glimpses of his dark past. Thorn loved the ranch but was expecting to lose it as he had found and lost his mate years before. Visiting his hometown years after losing his Nathalie he discover amazing news after running into his cousin Nolan who thought he had died in the fire years before. After bringing Nolan up to date on his life he discovers that his Nathalie didn't die as he believed ambulance medical technicians were able to bring her back. Nathalie was different as she had lost memories in the accident but Thorn was as patient as he could be.

I know that these are fictional characters but my heart broke for the loss that Thorn went through and was so happy to discover with him that she was alive and well. Ms. Fox did a fantastic job wringing my emotions out on this one.

I voluntarily reviewed an advance copy.
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3,264 reviews33 followers
October 28, 2016
What a great finale for this series. I was wondering how this was going to play out . Thorn heartbroken and filled with so much grief ever since he tragically lost his mate years ago. Now it's his turn to hold up his end of the bargain since everyone in his squad found there mates. Thorn grabbed my heart from day one and It has been a joy to go down memory lane with Thorn but fate work in mysterious way and I'm super happy that Thorn got the HEA that he deserves. I voluntarily read and review this ARC I haven't been compensated in any way.
Profile Image for Jamoz23.
5,343 reviews46 followers
July 23, 2017
Well this was my second favourite book in this box set after the twins.
How sad for Thorn to have gone ten years believing his mate was dead.
Really enjoyed how this series ended.
Nathalie was interesting but I did find it stupid she ran into the middle of a shifter fight but I understand how this played into the story overall.
Interesting to have the Wilde crew bought in to add to the 3 skin walkers.
2,359 reviews9 followers
October 29, 2016
The Clawed Squad

This is probably the best one in the series,Thorn had suffered for years thinking Natalie was dead.He goes back to his hometown for a visit and what does he find,Natalie.Love over comes a lot of things even the test of time.Read these books in order,they will take you on a journey you do not want to miss.
2,226 reviews4 followers
February 25, 2017
Really Good second chance

Thorn has lived with the death of his mate for ten years, now he's back in his hometown to explain what happened to her parents. What he finds out from his cousin is that she is alive instead, she just has no memory of their life together. Thorn has to battle his worst enemy and convince Natalie they are meant for each other.
442 reviews
April 12, 2018
Sweet story

Liked this storyline. Not your everyday shifter romance but does have some classic qualities. Would recommended but it’s better if you start at the beginning of this series. With the Vega brothers!
119 reviews
October 30, 2016
Thorn

Really great read. Even though it is the end of a series. But I am sure Kim Fox has something fantastic in store soon.
Profile Image for Lauren.
2,587 reviews13 followers
November 1, 2016
Love

Love seeing all these guys finally getting there Happily Ever Afters!!! Thank goodness Thorn finally went home and learned it was,all a lie!!!
122 reviews1 follower
November 22, 2016
THE CLAWED SQUAD

This whole series has been great. The characters all fit together and each story was unique. I'm going to .miss these guys.
Profile Image for Tracy Hall.
806 reviews5 followers
August 5, 2018
Great

I enjoyed this book very much. I guess it’s time to move on to the next series. I hope it is good.
1,312 reviews8 followers
July 10, 2019
Another great book in this series

No matter what love always finds a way. You may lose your memory but with love it just might come back. Great story
Profile Image for Dawn.
1,795 reviews6 followers
January 14, 2020
Awesome

This was an awesome ending to this series! It also introduced you to new characters for another series. This entire series was awesome.
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2,391 reviews
August 26, 2020
Urban

Cute twist on obsession and memory loss. Great how she new her love even with no memory. Don’t despair there was still drama
551 reviews
January 22, 2021
Excellent

I just loved these stories. Great action excellent characters and awesome story lines. The ending was excellent as well. I loved them.
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1,783 reviews9 followers
December 10, 2021
Thorn & Nathalie

The author saved the big strong alpha for last, I’ve liked Thorns character from the beginning of series and his story was good.
Profile Image for Lisa.
1,391 reviews4 followers
December 21, 2016
Good story. I had funny reading it. It's a nice, good paced easy read.

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Profile Image for Yvonne Daniels.
2,696 reviews22 followers
October 31, 2016
The Clawed Squad: Thorn
The Bear Shifters of Clawed Ranch Book 5
by Kim Fox
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I loved this story!!! It was great! I loved the characters. Thorn and Natalie are great and I really fell in love with them quickly. This storyline is really well written and its so captivating it kept me reading until the very last word and if it was possible I would love to for this series to keep going. Once I started reading this story, I didn't want to stop or to put it down. I would love to read more about The Clawed Squad and the secondary characters that we got to meet in this storyline. I like how Kim writes her sensual scenes, they are explicit but very tasteful LOL. This is a delightful read for me that had the just amount right of drama, suspense, romance, humor, action and things that will keep you entertained and deeply involved in the storyline. Kim Fox knows her audience and treats them well, not only with her intriguing stories, I really enjoyed reading this series they are all very intriguing and a real page turner and they give something to the imagination. The heroes are alway a sexy very handsome shifters and his mate is fierce, somewhat vulnerable, curvy and intelligent sexy women, all I want to say again is this what a another excellent story by a great author. Thorn locates his mate and she is as beautiful as he remembers but there is one problem. She has no memory and she is thrown into a situation that she has to figure out how to navigate. Thorn is immediately drawn to Natalie. They have a true connection and so Natalie gets more flash backs of her thoughts and desires. It causes her to desire things that she doesn't understan. I loved the connection between these two and the way that they both tried to navigate their differences and build their relationship. but she has a fiancee and he is Thorn's enemy. As they learn to navigate their differences I smile and laugh a lot.

Oh my! Sparks fly! Fate and love just can not be denied! The story is exciting, powerful, thrilling, magical, sweet, funny, romantic and arousing. The dialogue is smart, sassy and well written. The characters are adorable, captivating, fascinating and sexy. Kim Fox combines these traces as only she can with her amazing skill to produce an extraordinary read! Sexy Bear Shifters, Big Beautiful Women, Suspense and Romance Friendship! I absolutely loved it! Fantastic entertainment and a magical read! This is definitely a book you are going to want to read. Absolutely Intriguing! What a real page turner and I have enjoyed reading everyone and I will keep on reading till I can't anymore lol! Hot, Spicy and Juicy and I think you will love to read it for yourself! I hate for this series to end and I would love for a spin-off Hopefully that is in the future! lol.

If you believe in the world of paranormal romance, the possibilities are endless and fascinating!
Profile Image for Darlene Dupee.
86 reviews13 followers
October 31, 2016
Thorn has always loved Natalie. Even when he was six years old. But the last time he saw her he thought she died. That was also the night the General entered his life and turned it into a living hell.

Thorn and the rest of Clawed Squad live in Colwood  Montana and he is the last one the has to meet the stipulations set forth by the will of the Vega Brothers father. See there father stated that in order to get the land that all who live on it have to be married with ione year from he date he died, in order to inherit. Well the Vega Brother met stipulation when they gave 4000 acres to the Clawed Squad as payment for helping with General  they too  meet the stipulation. 

All the Clawed Squad are mated and married  except Thorn and he would rather walk away  because he mate is dead or so he beleaved. When he returns home for the first time in years he fines out just how wrong his thinking is. Natalie is a live. But the hit to the head she took the night he thought she died gave her amnesia and had her in a coma for 3 years.

Can she even remember him? What she has a finance ?  Can they ever find there way back to what once was? Does Logan show his true colors?

To find out the answers to these question. Please either  buy  or  borrow  this  book. I received a free copy. I give  this  book  5/5 stars. Kim Fox has  a magical way of bringing her  characters  to life. This book  and the  whole series of the Clawed Squad and the Vegas Brothers are exceptionally well written. Please enjoy and remember  all reviews are welcome .
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4,589 reviews28 followers
February 16, 2017
Best one yet this was my favorite in the series i just loved thorne a very sweet read i enjoyed this series and would recommend it.
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