Military Bear's Mate

Kodiak Island Shifters - Sterling Shifter Clan #3

by Candace Ayers

*This is the third book in the Kodiak Island Bear Shifters Series. It is a stand alone with a HEA ending. It can be read alone or in conjunction with the others in the series.*

Olivia Harris is recovering from a nightmare. Most days she’s certain she will never be mentally healthy enough to rejoin the human race. Suffering from PTSD and experiencing severe anxiety attacks, she returns to her native Alaska to live in semi-seclusion in the little cabin she inherited from her father.

Tucker Sterling struggles with a restless, unsettled bear that he is unable to tame. Nothing soothes his bear, not the six years he spent in the army’s Delta Force unit, not the multitude of nameless, faceless, women who share his bed, nothing, until Liv Harris returns to Port Ursa.

But, Liv has changed and Tucker is determined to find out what happened to her and how he can help- even if it means sacrificing everything for the woman he loves.

This story is about 120 pages long. This book also contains several FREE bonus stories.

WARNING: THIS BOOK CONTAINS GRAPHIC SCENES OF A SEXUAL NATURE AND IS NOT INTENDED FOR READERS UNDER AGE 18.

Genres: Shapeshifters, Romance, Paranormal, Contemporary, Paranormal Romance

1416 pages, ebook

First published December 22, 2016

Reviews

[Patricia Baxes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read! Has some triggers around sexual abuse and domestic violence but it's handled nicely.
This one is worth your time.

[Maureen · Rating 3 out of 5]

I've binge-read this author for 13 books, I think. After this one I'm taking a break. One of the things I really enjoy about this author is that she writes short books that can be read in a couple of hours, but the story feels complete. This series, however, does not fit in to that. The first one (Colton's story) was good, but started what I thought was going to be a series ark about a war between the bears and wolves. Then the second story furthered this with Simeon's (sometimes it's Simon, so I'm not really sure) pack being more aggressive. However, the third started and suddenly this war between the bears and the wolf pack was over without any description as to what happened, just that the other wolf (Drake?) took over. Like, what? Then this book had some seriously deep elements (PTSD for both hero/heroine) but didn't take the time to develop the relationship, give the reader the experience of understanding what was going on with the characters...when it was over I was like, wait that's it? Too quick of a resolution and too much glossing over of such serious topics.

The P.O.L.A.R series is great, though! And the Hell's Corner series.

[Deb Diem · Rating 4 out of 5]

Military Bear's Mate is a paranormal romance by Candace Ayers. Ms. Ayers has given readers a well-written book loaded with outstanding characters. After years in the military, Tucker's bear is restless. Olivia has survived a nightmare and moves into her father's old house to try to live with her PTSD and anxiety attacks. Tucker and Olivia's story is packed with drama, humor, sizzle, action and suspense. I enjoyed reading this book and would be happy to read more from Candace Ayers in the future. Military Bear's Mate is book 3 of the Kodiak Island Shifters Series but can be read as a standalone. This is a complete book, not a cliff-hanger.

I voluntarily read a complimentary copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

[Jamoz23 · Rating 2 out of 5]

Boring and too simple for such a serious problem.
Never understand a woman, or man, allowing abuse to be continued against them. A good pan, kitchen knife or anything really, can be used to defend yourself and if you are stupid enough to stay after the first time you are abused, then you should expect nightmares.
Lacking communication and a completed ending. The troublesome wolf from books one and two was never dealt with in this book.
Funny that in the beginning Tucker talks about Liv STILL having her lush figure but he hasn’t seen her since they were children.
Just didn’t connect or care about these two.
Olivia is basically a coward who gave up and expected to die. Tucker had to save her.
Read in the box set through Kindle Unlimited.

[Barbara · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very good book it is the third in the Kodiak Island Shifters series this series is just getting better. Olivia Harris and Tucker Sterling are both having problems one with PSTD and the other with their bear . How do they over come them? This is a book you do not want to put down!
I received a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.

[Elizabeth Renaud · Rating 4 out of 5]

Exciting, excellent read!

This is book 3, Tucker the eldest of the brothers reunites with his long lost childhood best friend Olivia. Turns out, she was his mate, even back then, before he ever knew. After many years, Olivia is different, her life has been very traumatic. Things come to a head, one night, and life will never be the same...for either of them.

[Maria · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not Much Unfortunately

Tucker and Olivia's story is the end to this series. For me it was just O.K. It left questions unanswered, such as the war; how was it settled? This part had been present in the previous two stories. Also, this story was too short. It was too bad that the plot was not developed more for a better and more satisfying conclusion.

[Violet's Original Views · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this story! Having purchased the three books in the set, they were quick and easy to get through. Good character development and a sweet HEA for a short book. I wish the stories could have been a touch longer or at least have a spinoff with the wolves in the story. That way we could catch a glimpse of what the bears and mates are up to in the future.

[Dorothy Holness · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 1/2 ⭐️s

Tucker finally found his mate his long lost childhood friend. But this wasn’t the same girl he grew up with something was wrong with her. Thru patience and love Tucker gain her trust and his mate. The dominant side of her in the end threw me for a loop. Tucker is no wimp. Good/great read.

[Jane Elizabeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

This...

This story brings up the very real and extremely debilitating disease of PTSD. It is something our warriors/ soldiers deal with to often, but is also something which could affect anyone who has gone through a traumatic event. Well done.

[Donna Van Name · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kodiak Shifters Series

I read all three books and I have to say it was hard to put these down till I was done. If you like these kind of books I highly recommend them. Very good reading.

[Natalie · Rating 4 out of 5]

SHIFTER: Military Bear's Mate

I'm glad she got rid of her ex and Tucker turned her into a shifter. That was awesome and totally epic.

[Charlotte · Rating 5 out of 5]

A bear shifter and a human, both with PTSD. Tucker & Olivia shared a past when they were younger, so when she moves back to Port Ursa after she found out she inherited her estranged father's home, she never thought she would run into a Grizzly bear that calmed her PTSD. Little did she know that bear was her childhood friend Tucker. But when Olivia's past catches up to her, Tucker has the biggest decision of his life to make. Tucker & Olivia's story is so heartfelt & irresistible.

[Brittany Tweed · Rating 3 out of 5]

Hmm

The story was short. Felt rushed just a bit but got the point across. Was an alright read. Not bad

[Kat Piparo · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was an ok story there could have been a lot more to it and I am still trying to find out what happened with Simeon that they mention in the second book but never again.

[angela gunstone · Rating 5 out of 5]

Military bear's mate

Loved the story and the characters so it's a well deserved five stars and I would recommend this book to everyone

[Misty l Otto · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome

Another wonderful story full of emotion, love and family. This is the best series. What I wouldn't give to meet a bear like that

[Shirley Bennett · Rating 4 out of 5]

Perfect final book for this series.. love Olivia and Tucker!! All 3 in the series were very fast read's and moved quickly!!

[Vanessa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great series

I absolutely adored reading tucker & Olivia story. I am so glad that they were reunited and got to have their happily ever after.

[MARIE-CLAIRE DEBONVILLE · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good read

Olivia and Tucker almost did not get their happy ever after Being close to death changes most people perspective Thank you

[Shauna · Rating 2 out of 5]

Woman who was tortured and raped by ex gets a mate who is a man whore. No thanks

[Lola Ribron · Rating 5 out of 5]

😍

Great book. The story had great depth. The hero makes me swoon. I have much empathy for the heroin. May need to visit Alaska

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this short story better than the second one because more thought was put into it. While it takes place over a few days, Tucker is really concerned about Liv and her feelings.

[Lonnie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tucker and Liv

Tucker and Liv are perfection. He is just what she needs after her ex abused her. And in saving her life he gave her back herself

[Myra Wray · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once again I have found a good book in this story. I found it hard to put it down until the end.

[Lorraine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Review

I’ve always enjoyed her books but these ends so unfulfilled! Would have liked to know what happened to Simeon and Eric. Disappointed at all the ending of these 3 books.

[Linda Leslie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyable Read

Enjoyable book and the short stories, or full books at the end were a nice addition. Definitely a good series.

[Wanda Grier · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book📚 series!

I really enjoyed this entire book📙 series. It was filled no with family, loyalty, drama, action, romance and love😍.What romance reader doesn't love💘 a HEA!

[Janet Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

Her Grizzly Bear Savior

I loved this book from the beginning to the end. I love a man who cares about his woman’s well being and helps her heal if she has been traumatized.

[Julie Berwanger · Rating 5 out of 5]

MILITARY BEAR`S MATE by Candace Ayers

Book is a must read. If you enjoy shifter books you need to try this one. Need to check other books by this author.