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Fated Hearts Club #3
Howling For A Mate
Fate brought them together... but will his need for vengeance destroy her?
On the trail of the men who murdered his family, wolf shifter Ryder Morse finds himself scoping out the Fated Hearts Club for the man that ordered the hit. Ryder hates everything about the place, from the money in everyone's pockets to the monkey suits they all wear. The last thing he expects is a distraction in the form of a sassy woman with a scent that calls to his inner beast.
Vera Hunt has never been drawn to the shifters of the Fated Hearts Club in the way that Ryder tempts her. She experiences enough of their high society lifestyle as a party planner and craves some blistering excitement. The wolf shifter is rippled with muscle and dripping with brooding mystery, but she's become an unwilling pawn in his quest for revenge.
When Vera is placed on a hit list, it's up to Ryder to protect her. Despite the risks, Ryder and his wolf can't resist getting closer to the curvy beauty they both want to claim as their mate. Can he set aside his dangerous mission for a chance at happiness or will darkness consume them both?
Howling for a Mate is a standalone story set in the Fated Hearts Club world. Expect sexy, shape shifting heroes and curvy beauties, with a dash of complications along the way.
On the trail of the men who murdered his family, wolf shifter Ryder Morse finds himself scoping out the Fated Hearts Club for the man that ordered the hit. Ryder hates everything about the place, from the money in everyone's pockets to the monkey suits they all wear. The last thing he expects is a distraction in the form of a sassy woman with a scent that calls to his inner beast.
Vera Hunt has never been drawn to the shifters of the Fated Hearts Club in the way that Ryder tempts her. She experiences enough of their high society lifestyle as a party planner and craves some blistering excitement. The wolf shifter is rippled with muscle and dripping with brooding mystery, but she's become an unwilling pawn in his quest for revenge.
When Vera is placed on a hit list, it's up to Ryder to protect her. Despite the risks, Ryder and his wolf can't resist getting closer to the curvy beauty they both want to claim as their mate. Can he set aside his dangerous mission for a chance at happiness or will darkness consume them both?
Howling for a Mate is a standalone story set in the Fated Hearts Club world. Expect sexy, shape shifting heroes and curvy beauties, with a dash of complications along the way.
115 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 23, 2016
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Cecilia grew up in a what most call paradise, but she insists is humid hell. She escaped the heat with weekly journeys to the library, where she learned the basics of slaying dragons, magical abilities, and grand adventures.
When it became apparent she wouldn’t be able to travel the high seas with princes or party with rock star vampires, Cecilia hunkered down to create her own worlds filled with sexy people in complicated situations. She now writes with the support of her own sexy man and many interruptions from her goofy dog.
Cecilia grew up in a what most call paradise, but she insists is humid hell. She escaped the heat with weekly journeys to the library, where she learned the basics of slaying dragons, magical abilities, and grand adventures.
When it became apparent she wouldn’t be able to travel the high seas with princes or party with rock star vampires, Cecilia hunkered down to create her own worlds filled with sexy people in complicated situations. She now writes with the support of her own sexy man and many interruptions from her goofy dog.
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February 16, 2018
Fated Hearts Club book 3
Ryder is a wolf shifter and an ex bad a$$ in the military. He left when a mission went bad and he has had enough of bloodshed but then both his parents were killed and he is going on the hunt.
Vera is a party planner and lands an awesome client with the Fated Hearts club.
It's where she caught the attraction of a criminal named Briscoe and the same night she meet Ryder. Her life would never be the same she got a mate and more danger then she knows what to do with. It's a good thing Ryder does.
This was a super fun book I couldn't put down. So much action, drama and mystery! The characters are well written and I could not help but fall for them! The twist and turns in the story are great.
If your into shifters or just wolf shifters this is your book. You will not be disappointed.
Voluntary reviewed and I honestly loved it
Ryder is a wolf shifter and an ex bad a$$ in the military. He left when a mission went bad and he has had enough of bloodshed but then both his parents were killed and he is going on the hunt.
Vera is a party planner and lands an awesome client with the Fated Hearts club.
It's where she caught the attraction of a criminal named Briscoe and the same night she meet Ryder. Her life would never be the same she got a mate and more danger then she knows what to do with. It's a good thing Ryder does.
This was a super fun book I couldn't put down. So much action, drama and mystery! The characters are well written and I could not help but fall for them! The twist and turns in the story are great.
If your into shifters or just wolf shifters this is your book. You will not be disappointed.
Voluntary reviewed and I honestly loved it
November 30, 2016
ARC - I voluntarily offered to review this book and my opinions are honest!
Another great addition to the series!
When Ryder entered the "Fated Hearts Club." he was only looking for the one that killed his parents.
But fate had another idea.
Ryder also found his mate at the club.
Vera was just doing her job when she attended the "Fated Hearts Club"
They recognize each other as fated mate. but Ryder could not claim her yet
He wanted to make sure that the killer was caught before claiming Vera.
This was a cat / mouse chase w/ a dash of romance in the mix
I thought that it would be a "dark" read, but it was kind of "Hopeful"
Ryder let go of his anger, so that he could have a future w/ Vera.
It was so romantic. Kudos!
Another great addition to the series!
When Ryder entered the "Fated Hearts Club." he was only looking for the one that killed his parents.
But fate had another idea.
Ryder also found his mate at the club.
Vera was just doing her job when she attended the "Fated Hearts Club"
They recognize each other as fated mate. but Ryder could not claim her yet
He wanted to make sure that the killer was caught before claiming Vera.
This was a cat / mouse chase w/ a dash of romance in the mix
I thought that it would be a "dark" read, but it was kind of "Hopeful"
Ryder let go of his anger, so that he could have a future w/ Vera.
It was so romantic. Kudos!
September 27, 2024
howling
This book 3 can be real alone but really should read the first 2.
Vera is party planer she got a job with owner of the fated hefts club . This place where shifter go to possibly find their mates.
This world is we’re shifter are in the open . Vera is hoping for a mate even though she human.
Ryder is ex military looking for the person/person responsible for death of his family and finds so much more. Vera is his mate but he needs to get the Briscoe who is the boss leader that is interested in her. As the danger comes close these two get thrown in mystery.
I liked this story but feel like just cut off Briscoe reason for doing his deeds come out but he also gets away. So many questions. I’m hoping for another book following the friend to get closer.
This book 3 can be real alone but really should read the first 2.
Vera is party planer she got a job with owner of the fated hefts club . This place where shifter go to possibly find their mates.
This world is we’re shifter are in the open . Vera is hoping for a mate even though she human.
Ryder is ex military looking for the person/person responsible for death of his family and finds so much more. Vera is his mate but he needs to get the Briscoe who is the boss leader that is interested in her. As the danger comes close these two get thrown in mystery.
I liked this story but feel like just cut off Briscoe reason for doing his deeds come out but he also gets away. So many questions. I’m hoping for another book following the friend to get closer.
May 13, 2017
After being told about his parents death Ryder makes this his next mission...... revenge on the men who murdered his family, he finds himself at the Fated Hearts Club waiting for the man that ordered the hit on them. Vera Hunt mixes in the shifters high society lifestyle as a party planner and would love some excitement, maybe even find her true mate. Ryder tempts her and the wolf shifter is drawn to her but when his revenge gets in between them things get serious......... This story has chemistry, danger, history of old wounds but you also get the loyalty and mystery, with great characters and plot. I really enjoyed reading this.
August 12, 2017
Enjoyably Hot
Danger and desire make for exciting bedmates in this 3rd book in the Fated Hearts Club series. This is about Ryder, the wolf shifter and his stubborn, feisty fated mate Vera. The reason behind the danger threw me for a loop, it came from left field for sure but is also the reason I gave it 5 stars. Nobody wants a predictable plot; surprises will always have me reading until the end . Now I have to see if there is a book 4!
Danger and desire make for exciting bedmates in this 3rd book in the Fated Hearts Club series. This is about Ryder, the wolf shifter and his stubborn, feisty fated mate Vera. The reason behind the danger threw me for a loop, it came from left field for sure but is also the reason I gave it 5 stars. Nobody wants a predictable plot; surprises will always have me reading until the end . Now I have to see if there is a book 4!
August 10, 2017
Titillating!
A human woman looking for excitement, adventure and love. A shifter wanting anything but revenge. Somehow find each other as she pulls away from a male pursuing her and he finds the one responsible for his family's murder. Thrown together by Fate or circumstance? You decide!
A human woman looking for excitement, adventure and love. A shifter wanting anything but revenge. Somehow find each other as she pulls away from a male pursuing her and he finds the one responsible for his family's murder. Thrown together by Fate or circumstance? You decide!
August 10, 2017
Love it!
A quick and delightful book with all the things I love in my romances! A hot alpha shifter, a beautiful feisty heroine and an attraction that sizzles irresistibly, with danger just around the bend! Love it!
A quick and delightful book with all the things I love in my romances! A hot alpha shifter, a beautiful feisty heroine and an attraction that sizzles irresistibly, with danger just around the bend! Love it!
August 12, 2017
Howling for a Mate
Vera didn't think she would ever find a shifter for a mate. Then Ryder walls into her life. He isn't ready for a mate. Determined to avenge his parents death.
Plenty of action and romance.
Vera didn't think she would ever find a shifter for a mate. Then Ryder walls into her life. He isn't ready for a mate. Determined to avenge his parents death.
Plenty of action and romance.
August 13, 2017
Awesome
About a wolf shiften who finds his mate at a bar or rather a place where mates meet, she's a designer for weddings and someone is killing off ppl he was in the military with
About a wolf shiften who finds his mate at a bar or rather a place where mates meet, she's a designer for weddings and someone is killing off ppl he was in the military with
November 23, 2017
I read book one as an ARC and when I saw this box set in KU thought I would give it a try.
An okay read but definitely not in the top tier of shifter books. Good plot but Ryder was just not alpha enough for me. Liked that wacky Vera got a mate though.
An okay read but definitely not in the top tier of shifter books. Good plot but Ryder was just not alpha enough for me. Liked that wacky Vera got a mate though.
January 16, 2018
arc review For honest review. After ryders family was murdered he comes home to find out why and who.while at fated hearts he finds Vera his mate .This story has action ,suspense,love,friendship,and much more. very good.
July 18, 2018
So many variables to consider when it came to why his parents were murdered. Ryder was after vengeance. Could Vera stop him from killing the man responsible and choose her instead? Another fast paced and exciting story!
March 5, 2019
I loved this one. It is well written and the characters are awesome. For me it was a quick easy read and well worth my time. It has some adventure and some heat. I have to say I think you need to give it a chance. It is worth your time.
August 12, 2017
Great book
I just finished reading this book and it was awesome! I love a good shifter story and this one was a great read from beginning to end.
I just finished reading this book and it was awesome! I love a good shifter story and this one was a great read from beginning to end.
August 26, 2017
It was just okay.
I thought the female character started out strong but ended weak due to her ultimatum. This book needs some serious editing.
I thought the female character started out strong but ended weak due to her ultimatum. This book needs some serious editing.
August 28, 2017
Finding A Mate
I like shifter love stories. Ryder and Vera were good for each other. They worked together and made a good life for themselves.
I like shifter love stories. Ryder and Vera were good for each other. They worked together and made a good life for themselves.
November 8, 2019
Wonderful shifter romance
Great story! Loved the characters, different plot and biker shifter! Quite the fast ride with this one! Hang in tight!
Great story! Loved the characters, different plot and biker shifter! Quite the fast ride with this one! Hang in tight!
November 25, 2016
Ryder Morse only wanted peace and quiet to work on his bike. But his family was murdered, and everything changed. Though the police said it was a home invasion, Ryder recognized it as a hit. And he was going to track down everyone involved. Briscoe Price was the one he needed to find.
Vera Hunt heard the office door chime and turned to face her next appointment. Devon Sloan, owner of several shifter businesses, wanted her to help set up a new feature -- Destination Dating, to add some spice to the clubs. Shifters would sponsor a guest’s travel to the resort, so there would be no financial risk. It could make this quite attractive for the clients! Vera was being asked to design the opening ceremonies and guest mixers the resort would use week after week to welcome and entertain guests – a fantastic opportunity! Devon encouraged her to continue coming to his Fated Hearts Club to stay involved until the building of the resort was completed.
Vera was making notes on the Fated Hearts Club of things she would ask for at the resort. Briscoe, an obnoxious and dangerous man she had brushed off before, tried to entice her again. But she didn’t feel safe around him and he finally left. Another man asked if she was having trouble and she found this man far more enticing. But when Briscoe saw them together, Vera became a target for a hit! She had no idea of her danger – will she be able to survive it?
This was a good book that I enjoyed reading. There was plenty of action, lots going on, and interesting characters. I recommend it to those who love shifter stories! I voluntarily reviewed this book and my comments reflect my honest opinion.
Vera Hunt heard the office door chime and turned to face her next appointment. Devon Sloan, owner of several shifter businesses, wanted her to help set up a new feature -- Destination Dating, to add some spice to the clubs. Shifters would sponsor a guest’s travel to the resort, so there would be no financial risk. It could make this quite attractive for the clients! Vera was being asked to design the opening ceremonies and guest mixers the resort would use week after week to welcome and entertain guests – a fantastic opportunity! Devon encouraged her to continue coming to his Fated Hearts Club to stay involved until the building of the resort was completed.
Vera was making notes on the Fated Hearts Club of things she would ask for at the resort. Briscoe, an obnoxious and dangerous man she had brushed off before, tried to entice her again. But she didn’t feel safe around him and he finally left. Another man asked if she was having trouble and she found this man far more enticing. But when Briscoe saw them together, Vera became a target for a hit! She had no idea of her danger – will she be able to survive it?
This was a good book that I enjoyed reading. There was plenty of action, lots going on, and interesting characters. I recommend it to those who love shifter stories! I voluntarily reviewed this book and my comments reflect my honest opinion.
November 25, 2016
Vera loves her life and her friends, but she's a little jealous that they've got their fated mates, and despite how much she's tried, she's got nothing. Vera's dreamed of a nice tattooed bad boy shifter as her mate, but she's thinking she may have to settle for a human. Ryder has served his country, but he hated the death that came with it, so he's refused to join his friend Cyrus in hunting down evil shifters. After his parents murder is ruled a home invasion and he asks Cyrus for help in tracking down the murderer so he can end him. When Ryder sees Vera while hunting for the murderer, he knows he's found his mate, but he needs to finish what he came for first. When Vera is kidnapped, she hears things that make her concerned that Ryder has lied to her about killing others and if he has, and if they survive the murdering kidnapper, despite they are fated mates, he could lose her forever.
I really enjoyed Vera and Ryder's story. I liked the honor that Ryder had, and Vera's trust she must have in him. It was a beautiful story
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book
I really enjoyed Vera and Ryder's story. I liked the honor that Ryder had, and Vera's trust she must have in him. It was a beautiful story
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book
July 31, 2017
Howling for a Mate
Cecilia Lane
A fast paced novel that will get your blood pumping for more.
Vera is a woman out to find her mate at all costs. Even if there is a slight chance he could be human. She wants a man who can set her blood on fire. Unlike the creepy guy that's been trying to hit her up. Besides that she is trying to set her best friend's wedding up. What doesn't help is a man comes out of the woodwork to protect her.... And boy does he set her blood on fire!
Ryder just wants revenge for his family's murder. They say it was a home invasion but he's not buying it. When he returns home he finds everything has changed..... so for the better and a lot rougher in other parts. But all his Intel tells him who it is. But what he didn't expect to find in the middle of the show down was her. Can he do his job and protect her too?
Cecilia Lane
A fast paced novel that will get your blood pumping for more.
Vera is a woman out to find her mate at all costs. Even if there is a slight chance he could be human. She wants a man who can set her blood on fire. Unlike the creepy guy that's been trying to hit her up. Besides that she is trying to set her best friend's wedding up. What doesn't help is a man comes out of the woodwork to protect her.... And boy does he set her blood on fire!
Ryder just wants revenge for his family's murder. They say it was a home invasion but he's not buying it. When he returns home he finds everything has changed..... so for the better and a lot rougher in other parts. But all his Intel tells him who it is. But what he didn't expect to find in the middle of the show down was her. Can he do his job and protect her too?
February 16, 2018
Fated Hearts Club book 3
Ryder is a wolf shifter and an ex bad a$$ in the military. He left when a mission went bad and he has had enough of bloodshed but then both his parents were killed and he is going on the hunt.
Vera is a party planner and lands an awesome client with the Fated Hearts club.
It's where she caught the attraction of a criminal named Briscoe and the same night she meet Ryder. Her life would never be the same she got a mate and more danger then she knows what to do with. It's a good thing Ryder does.
This was a super fun book I couldn't put down. So much action, drama and mystery! The characters are well written and I could not help but fall for them! The twist and turns in the story are great.
If your into shifters or just wolf shifters this is your book. You will not be disappointed.
Voluntary reviewed and I honestly loved it.
Ryder is a wolf shifter and an ex bad a$$ in the military. He left when a mission went bad and he has had enough of bloodshed but then both his parents were killed and he is going on the hunt.
Vera is a party planner and lands an awesome client with the Fated Hearts club.
It's where she caught the attraction of a criminal named Briscoe and the same night she meet Ryder. Her life would never be the same she got a mate and more danger then she knows what to do with. It's a good thing Ryder does.
This was a super fun book I couldn't put down. So much action, drama and mystery! The characters are well written and I could not help but fall for them! The twist and turns in the story are great.
If your into shifters or just wolf shifters this is your book. You will not be disappointed.
Voluntary reviewed and I honestly loved it.
November 25, 2016
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book and it was very very awesome loved this story.
Vera Hunt is a party planner and she never liked the high society people and all there ways they play the game she is not drawn into the place called the shifters of the Fated Hearts Club in the way that Ryder tempts her but she is drawn into him and she is placed on a Hit list and Ryder has to help protect his mate.
Ryder Morse is scoping out the Fated Hearts Club for the man that put the hit on his Family and killed them he is here for revenge but then he see's and smells his fated mate and all things change and she is put on a hit list but know one is going to take his mate from him loved this book great mystery and hot and sexy steamy seen oh yeah Michelle
Vera Hunt is a party planner and she never liked the high society people and all there ways they play the game she is not drawn into the place called the shifters of the Fated Hearts Club in the way that Ryder tempts her but she is drawn into him and she is placed on a Hit list and Ryder has to help protect his mate.
Ryder Morse is scoping out the Fated Hearts Club for the man that put the hit on his Family and killed them he is here for revenge but then he see's and smells his fated mate and all things change and she is put on a hit list but know one is going to take his mate from him loved this book great mystery and hot and sexy steamy seen oh yeah Michelle
December 3, 2016
Ryder is determined to avenge his parents murder. He will not stop until the ones responsible are dead.
Vera is an events planner and has been contracted to work for Devon Sloan. He wants his Fated Hearts clubs to start destination dating.
It's at the club that Ryder and Vera spot each other. They are mates and when she is also kidnapped, Ryder steps in and forces her into hiding. She slips out and heads for work where he finds her and they finally come to terms with the fact that someone is after her. They fight and argue and love at the same time. When she is taken, Ryder's world stops. He saves his mate and Vera turns into a very happy wolf. Together to set off on a life of romance and adventure.
Vera is an events planner and has been contracted to work for Devon Sloan. He wants his Fated Hearts clubs to start destination dating.
It's at the club that Ryder and Vera spot each other. They are mates and when she is also kidnapped, Ryder steps in and forces her into hiding. She slips out and heads for work where he finds her and they finally come to terms with the fact that someone is after her. They fight and argue and love at the same time. When she is taken, Ryder's world stops. He saves his mate and Vera turns into a very happy wolf. Together to set off on a life of romance and adventure.
November 24, 2016
Vera was an event planner and despite being very busy, she craved excitement, she craved a mate. Unexpectedly, one night at the club, she met Ryder, a wolf shifter committed to a pathway of revenge. Their coming together brought more than electrical sparks when they touched. His focus on revenge complicated their lives together. Their journey brought mystery, danger, kidnappings and violent attacks. There is plenty of suspense and action to captivate the reader's mind and shifter romance to warm the heart. Excellent choreographed action scenes! I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book. Five stars.
November 26, 2016
They don't have much in common but the attraction is one that can't ignore. I liked how Vera was not shy about going after what she wanted and did not suffer from a lack of confidence. Ryder is just the kind of hot guy she responds to and his being a shifter is a plus for her. She wants a real mate that will be forever but is okay with having fun until she finds him. Ryder is focused on revenge but she changes the mission. He is very protective of her when she is in danger. They have great chemistry and I was eager for them to find a way to make it work.
I am voluntarily reviewing a copy I received.
I am voluntarily reviewing a copy I received.
November 30, 2016
You want action, heat, suspense? Then you need to jump into this. Ryder may not have been the dragon Vera was thinking would be her true mate, but life doesn't always work in that same direction. Plus, Ryder wasn't looking to find a mate, he was looking for revenge. How funny it works out when the same person ends up trying to end them both.
I was given this Advanced Review Copy and voluntarily read it since I've fallen in love with Lane's creative mind and storytelling. You should definitely give it a whirl and keep turning those pages. This is not for the young and restless since this is loaded with adult content.
I was given this Advanced Review Copy and voluntarily read it since I've fallen in love with Lane's creative mind and storytelling. You should definitely give it a whirl and keep turning those pages. This is not for the young and restless since this is loaded with adult content.
December 1, 2016
Ryder is an ex military soldier. Ryder was sent on difficult missions that regular human would have difficult completing. Ryder is on the trail of the men who murdered his family. Devon and Vera meet at the Fated Hearts Club. The last thing Ryder expects is a distraction in the form of a sassy woman. The scent of Vera calls to Ryder's wolf. Vera is a planner of events. Vera was at the club by request of the owner to discuss a future innovative destination club. Vera was being asked to design the opening ceremonies. I loved the book from the start to the end. It was full of surprises and suspense. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
November 24, 2016
Vera is Howling for a Mate, two of her friends found shifter mates now she wants her own. Vera is such a strong character. She's a go getter, smart and a beautiful BBW. But she doesn't want a polished uppity mate, she wants a bad boy. Ryder just happens to be a bad boy with heart, and a wolf. These characters are fully formed, and you want to know about their lives and adventures. The plot keeps you turning the pages. And then there's a smile at the end.
November 27, 2016
Action, adventure and finding your mate
This story has lots of action packed stuff going on. Vera, the party planner, has a new job helping Devon launch more Fated Heart Clubs with a twist. While doing research at ten current club, she meets a stranger that has her wanting more of him. But Ryder leaves her to follow a lead on who killed his family. But there's a lot more going on than meets the eye. Well written and very entertaining story to read.
This story has lots of action packed stuff going on. Vera, the party planner, has a new job helping Devon launch more Fated Heart Clubs with a twist. While doing research at ten current club, she meets a stranger that has her wanting more of him. But Ryder leaves her to follow a lead on who killed his family. But there's a lot more going on than meets the eye. Well written and very entertaining story to read.
November 28, 2016
A wolf on a mission to ding the man that killed his parents. The last thing he expected to find while looking for clues was his mate. She is about to give up on finding a shifter mate but as her business requires her to go to one more shifter love match party she just might of found him. But she definitely found trouble that might kill her. Together they just might survive.
I voluntarily read and reviewed a copy of the book.
I voluntarily read and reviewed a copy of the book.
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