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The Run
Rae has been given responsibility from a young age. After her mother's death and her father's abandonment she was left to raise her five siblings at the age of sixteen. Now just turning nineteen she's put her life on hold to keep her family together but this year she won't be able to say no to the 'The Run'. 'The Run' is a way of werewolves to find their mates and with the fall equinox coming Rae is out of excuses. The first full moon of the season is just days away and with it come the other eligible wolves from all over the country. Will Rae find her mate? She can only hope not but fate is tricky, especially when it comes to finding the other half of your soul.
490 pages, ebook
First published January 1, 2015
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Amber Kalkes
3 books20 followersAmber Kalkes has been alive for twenty-five years and over that time has accumulated a husband, a son and a fluffy gray cat. She’s lived in Minnesota most of her life and as such, is usually too snowed in to go many other places. A lifelong lover of the macabre and morbid, she hopes that you will enjoy her twisted sense of humor more than everyone else does.
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July 8, 2017
A surprise winner! Great if you like shifter books and super long so you can get to know the characters better. Four glittery stars!
December 5, 2017
Wolves
She's the head of her family and a she wolf. But after meeting her mate from neighboring pack life is about to get complicated in this exciting shifter romance
She's the head of her family and a she wolf. But after meeting her mate from neighboring pack life is about to get complicated in this exciting shifter romance
September 8, 2017
Good storyline
This was a really good storyline, I read the whole book based on this alone. I gave it 2 stars because the sentences structures were ridiculously bad. I had to totally reword sentences (i.e. Of instead of it and is used over 5 times in the same sentence) at the end of the book no attempt at editing was done i really hope that this book is sent to an editor and reworked i would read it again
This was a really good storyline, I read the whole book based on this alone. I gave it 2 stars because the sentences structures were ridiculously bad. I had to totally reword sentences (i.e. Of instead of it and is used over 5 times in the same sentence) at the end of the book no attempt at editing was done i really hope that this book is sent to an editor and reworked i would read it again
June 6, 2023
This was a good one!
I really enjoyed this book, it was very captivating. The plot twists were really good and unexpected, definitely some shocking moments. Nineteen year old Rae was a great character, very strong and brave, I wish I could be a little more like that. Colton was very sweet and patient, he took on all of Rae's baggage with a smile. However, it took them forever to complete the mating bond. You'll find out why when you read the book. The little girls are so cute and say the funniest things. Poppy is quite mature for a nine year old. And Cassidy is the most excentric six year old ever. The seventeen year old Cleo is a mega bitch but you'll be pleased to know she doesn't keep that façade up for too long, the reason why is quite understandable. Hudson and Jace are quite the characters, Hudson is more introverted, and Jace is... not! They are close in age at fourteen and sixteen, but are completely different from each other. There isn't a whole lot about Colton's Dad, however, his Mom is very sweet. But you'll find she makes some costly mistakes that cause some issues in the Applebee family. Colton has an older brother named Sawyer, who's full of jokes and one-liners. He's married to Vivienne, who is barely in the book at all. I hope the author doesn't do a spin-off of Sawyer and Vivienne, they just weren't prominent in the book enough to generate interest in them. All in all, this was a really wonderful story to sit down and read. It took me two days to finish it, but I'm a slow reader.
I recommend this book to anyone who wants a good read and a HEA. Enjoy!
P.S. The one sex scene rates at about PG13!
I really enjoyed this book, it was very captivating. The plot twists were really good and unexpected, definitely some shocking moments. Nineteen year old Rae was a great character, very strong and brave, I wish I could be a little more like that. Colton was very sweet and patient, he took on all of Rae's baggage with a smile. However, it took them forever to complete the mating bond. You'll find out why when you read the book. The little girls are so cute and say the funniest things. Poppy is quite mature for a nine year old. And Cassidy is the most excentric six year old ever. The seventeen year old Cleo is a mega bitch but you'll be pleased to know she doesn't keep that façade up for too long, the reason why is quite understandable. Hudson and Jace are quite the characters, Hudson is more introverted, and Jace is... not! They are close in age at fourteen and sixteen, but are completely different from each other. There isn't a whole lot about Colton's Dad, however, his Mom is very sweet. But you'll find she makes some costly mistakes that cause some issues in the Applebee family. Colton has an older brother named Sawyer, who's full of jokes and one-liners. He's married to Vivienne, who is barely in the book at all. I hope the author doesn't do a spin-off of Sawyer and Vivienne, they just weren't prominent in the book enough to generate interest in them. All in all, this was a really wonderful story to sit down and read. It took me two days to finish it, but I'm a slow reader.
I recommend this book to anyone who wants a good read and a HEA. Enjoy!
P.S. The one sex scene rates at about PG13!
June 30, 2020
So much better than I expected but ultimately not great either.
I hated how first she was all like'I don't want a mate' and then boom, nuclear bombs me with 'Now I have everything I ever wanted'
The others found they're meets in too much of a hurry might I say...? Those were stories one such as I would have like to read 😑 but they were ruined... A lot... Like tremendously.
Rae also just didn't click with me, I couldnt find a common ground with her. Especially the whole 'I won't tell you about dad thing' and then 'I feel so betrayed because why didn't You tell ME about dad being dead' Too hypocritical and just useless to a point.
Colton didn't show me *ALPHA just teenage boy with an ego, 'some' power and sympathy. Don't get me wrong though, in the beginning he was cool, but then he wasn't.
Cleo makes no sense.
I tried reasoning with myself but no sense was found, she just had none whatsoever to make.
I hated how first she was all like'I don't want a mate' and then boom, nuclear bombs me with 'Now I have everything I ever wanted'
The others found they're meets in too much of a hurry might I say...? Those were stories one such as I would have like to read 😑 but they were ruined... A lot... Like tremendously.
Rae also just didn't click with me, I couldnt find a common ground with her. Especially the whole 'I won't tell you about dad thing' and then 'I feel so betrayed because why didn't You tell ME about dad being dead' Too hypocritical and just useless to a point.
Colton didn't show me *ALPHA just teenage boy with an ego, 'some' power and sympathy. Don't get me wrong though, in the beginning he was cool, but then he wasn't.
Cleo makes no sense.
I tried reasoning with myself but no sense was found, she just had none whatsoever to make.
August 31, 2018
okay but needs to be edited asap
I started reading the book on Wattpad and after the 13th chapter I was interested enough to buy the full version on Amazon. I did like the characters and the plot was good enough with some cliches here and there like deranged rogues and wars over females. I don’t really know what happened after the 49th chapter because it was basically unedited. I mean there were typos throughout the book that I had to ignore but publishing a book without editing the half? Anyway I felt the ending was a bit rushed after the war ended. I was expecting an epilogue without any loose ends but that’s just my opinion. I would read another book by this author, only if I know for sure it’s edited.
I started reading the book on Wattpad and after the 13th chapter I was interested enough to buy the full version on Amazon. I did like the characters and the plot was good enough with some cliches here and there like deranged rogues and wars over females. I don’t really know what happened after the 49th chapter because it was basically unedited. I mean there were typos throughout the book that I had to ignore but publishing a book without editing the half? Anyway I felt the ending was a bit rushed after the war ended. I was expecting an epilogue without any loose ends but that’s just my opinion. I would read another book by this author, only if I know for sure it’s edited.
February 20, 2017
This book had a decent storyline but too many people in the spotlight. The story is about a 19 year old sister raising her 5 siblings. She is a wolf shifter and the next 2 siblings don't have the shifting gene. The story is about finding her mate in a "run" she is forced to participate in. As the story evolves her an her her family switch packs and then suddenly 3 more siblings find mates. While all of this mating is taking place a rogue alpha is trying to claim the oldest sister as his own and a pack war ensues. The story ends rather abruptly.
October 14, 2017
Four stars
This book was really well written and the concepts were mind knowingly original and aesthetic. It did, however, drag a little in the middle and I've never been a fan of pairing off anyone of age into couples. But! There was representation of multiple specialities and at least 1 non white person so I take what I can get. Also, though it's not nearly bad enough to be upsetting or terribly distracting, the spelling and grammar could have done well with another round of edits. Overall, worth a read.
This book was really well written and the concepts were mind knowingly original and aesthetic. It did, however, drag a little in the middle and I've never been a fan of pairing off anyone of age into couples. But! There was representation of multiple specialities and at least 1 non white person so I take what I can get. Also, though it's not nearly bad enough to be upsetting or terribly distracting, the spelling and grammar could have done well with another round of edits. Overall, worth a read.
May 25, 2022
Very exciting!!
After her mother dies and her father leaves she is tasked with the responsibility of raising her brothers and sisters. But when her Alpha betrays her, she meets her fated mate from a neighbouring pack and they all move to be with a new pack. But war is on the horizon and she must meet it head on. Enthralling story and very action packed. I loved it and the characters are amazing. A book you don't want to miss.
After her mother dies and her father leaves she is tasked with the responsibility of raising her brothers and sisters. But when her Alpha betrays her, she meets her fated mate from a neighbouring pack and they all move to be with a new pack. But war is on the horizon and she must meet it head on. Enthralling story and very action packed. I loved it and the characters are amazing. A book you don't want to miss.
March 16, 2017
Recommended
Great story. About a family, not just one person. The only reason I took a star is the below 16 years of age fated mate stuff. I understand puberty, teenage coming of age things and I'm certainly not a prude and support gay rights, but let's leave kids to be kids. That's a different book genre I'll buy if I'm interested in the story at the time.
Great story. About a family, not just one person. The only reason I took a star is the below 16 years of age fated mate stuff. I understand puberty, teenage coming of age things and I'm certainly not a prude and support gay rights, but let's leave kids to be kids. That's a different book genre I'll buy if I'm interested in the story at the time.
November 21, 2017
Good storyline but horrible editing
I don't usually do reviews but I feel the need for this book. I enjoyed the storyline but it was very hard to finish the book due to awful editing. Spelling, grammar, and editing issues made it difficult to finish. I think it would a better book if the author took the time to edit.
I don't usually do reviews but I feel the need for this book. I enjoyed the storyline but it was very hard to finish the book due to awful editing. Spelling, grammar, and editing issues made it difficult to finish. I think it would a better book if the author took the time to edit.
February 21, 2017
I really enjoyed this book!!! I loved how she did Hudson's part and opened peoples minds to this idea.
great story line and I wish there was a second book so that we could see more of the others stories unfold and what their sides are like .
great story line and I wish there was a second book so that we could see more of the others stories unfold and what their sides are like .
October 7, 2022
Wow
I truly don't have any words to describe how wonderful and amazing this book is. I love this book so much. Reading these types of books makes me wish that werewolf's and other supernatural creatures were really real
I truly don't have any words to describe how wonderful and amazing this book is. I love this book so much. Reading these types of books makes me wish that werewolf's and other supernatural creatures were really real
February 22, 2017
Good read
I did enjoy this book. At times I found myself laugh .Other I was saying what.But over all I did like it.
I did enjoy this book. At times I found myself laugh .Other I was saying what.But over all I did like it.
May 22, 2017
A few grammatical issues/ typos in the beginning. The writing is otherwise good. Towards the end there was to much going on with to many characters etc.
May 23, 2017
Such an amazing book, read it in one sitting!!!!!!
July 6, 2017
Completely unedited. It's a shame, because it had potential.
April 3, 2018
3.7
typos
typos
June 21, 2018
The beginning of this book was good but then it started to get kind of boring and sooo corny. As usual with shifter stories there was insta love, for everyone OMG! That was really annoying jaja
August 1, 2020
It's a cute book/story but the grammatical errors had me wanting to pull my hair out! Does no one hire an editor/proofreader anymore!?
December 26, 2021
Great story, loved the characters and storyline. Definitely would recommend if you like shifter stories. Wouldn’t mind hearing more about Rae, Colton and everyone.
November 8, 2022
wow! great book!
I loved this story! Kept me hooked the whole time! It was definitely worth reading! Will definitely recommend this one!
I loved this story! Kept me hooked the whole time! It was definitely worth reading! Will definitely recommend this one!
November 20, 2022
One word... BORING!!!
September 27, 2023
I first read this on Wattpad back in the day, so honestly it hit just the same. I think compared to other old wattpad books that got published, this is definitely one of her better ones.
February 28, 2017
I really enjoyed the story of this book. But the way it seemed almost written in third person was very distracting. That is why I only have it three stars.
April 13, 2017
I don't know why but this book felt like it was never going to end. It took me longer than usual to finish reading this.
dnf
January 20, 2018This book has too many typos and weirdly constructed sentences. The plot started out great - but all the typos have done my brain in. DFN 🤷🏻♀️
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