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Craved by the Bear
Rock Brolin would rather jump over flaming buses on his motorcycle than face his tiny hometown of Bear Canyon. When he does go back, there's only one thing that makes it worthwhile: seeing Rosalyn Morton. With his past, he knows he can never have the confident, curvaceous woman who was once his childhood best friend. But that doesn't stop him from wanting her. Or stalking her. Or hell, protecting her from other bear shifters as an excuse to stay by her side...
Ros would like to boot sexy Rock Brolin and his mixed messages right out of her bar. He wants to watch her back? More like her backside. But right now she's alone with every male shifter in bear country coming after her, so she's not in a place to turn down help. Not even when it comes in the handsome, confusing package of the man she has always been in love with. But while he's protecting her body, who is going to protect her heart?
The longer Rock stays in Bear Canyon, the more he feels the intense pressures of his past and the unrequited love between him and Rosalyn that turns into a glowing bonfire whenever they touch. For the first time in his life, he's determined to stay in Bear Canyon, even if it kills him. The only problem? It just might.
Craved by the bear is the second book in the Trapped in Bear Canyon series, and features a persistent, sexy bear shifter who would literally walk through fire for his woman. It contains sexy love scenes, intense action sequences, and a man with a dark past who is just plain obsessed with his curvy lady.
If you haven't read the first in the series, get it here:
Sheltered by the Bear
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185 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 13, 2017
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Terry Bolryder
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March 10, 2017
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The Brolin brothers had every reason to despise Bear Canyon. It was the scene of constant abuse from their crazed father… and those memories, those scars both physical and mental have a very long reach. Their father may be gone now, but the effects of his abuse linger on. Now the only thing that brings them back to Bear Canyon is the yearly Brawl. And that has become more of a chain around their necks than anything else.
Rock had not only the physical scar from his father’s bear on his face as a constant reminder, but the nightly nightmares never, ever let him forget what he and his brothers had gone through. He returned to Bear Canyon throughout the year, not only at Brawl time because there was another draw here – Ros, his childhood friend, the woman who’d cleaned him up, listened to his tales and stood beside him no matter what was still here. And no matter how much he hated this town, he’d always return for a short time to be near her. He’d proposed over the years, they both knew he’d never settle down here but on some level he knew that she was his. Now he’s back, early and Ros is in trouble. He’ll help her the only way he can but he cannot stay, eventually he’ll run again.
I like Ros and Rock, individually and together. They both feel the draw, the suspicion that they are mates, but he won’t stay and she won’t beg so they’re at an impasse. Watching Rock deal with his nightmares, the memories that simply will not let him be is heartbreaking. What I found even sadder on some level was that even though Ros knew intellectually how bad his nightmares were – she really couldn’t get the absolute terror he fought almost every time he shut his eyes in this town. No one could, so it’s no one’s fault, I don’t mean it that way – just sadness that she loves him and wants to help but she’s powerless to completely erase that pain. It’s unfortunately a journey that Rock has to take on his own and really for himself. He can’t begin to heal until he stops running and faces the past – with her love and the project he’s undertaken perhaps that time has finally arrived.
I had to smile at the epilogue of this story. I suspected, but it was fun having everything laid out and a tease of what was to come.
If you love Shifter Romance, then Craved By The Bear is a story you should pick up. It’s intense, definitely sexy, and touches so many emotions. I’d recommend this story and this series without hesitation. A good story, likable main couple and interesting secondary characters.
I read this title through my Kindle Unlimited subscription.
The Brolin brothers had every reason to despise Bear Canyon. It was the scene of constant abuse from their crazed father… and those memories, those scars both physical and mental have a very long reach. Their father may be gone now, but the effects of his abuse linger on. Now the only thing that brings them back to Bear Canyon is the yearly Brawl. And that has become more of a chain around their necks than anything else.
Rock had not only the physical scar from his father’s bear on his face as a constant reminder, but the nightly nightmares never, ever let him forget what he and his brothers had gone through. He returned to Bear Canyon throughout the year, not only at Brawl time because there was another draw here – Ros, his childhood friend, the woman who’d cleaned him up, listened to his tales and stood beside him no matter what was still here. And no matter how much he hated this town, he’d always return for a short time to be near her. He’d proposed over the years, they both knew he’d never settle down here but on some level he knew that she was his. Now he’s back, early and Ros is in trouble. He’ll help her the only way he can but he cannot stay, eventually he’ll run again.
I like Ros and Rock, individually and together. They both feel the draw, the suspicion that they are mates, but he won’t stay and she won’t beg so they’re at an impasse. Watching Rock deal with his nightmares, the memories that simply will not let him be is heartbreaking. What I found even sadder on some level was that even though Ros knew intellectually how bad his nightmares were – she really couldn’t get the absolute terror he fought almost every time he shut his eyes in this town. No one could, so it’s no one’s fault, I don’t mean it that way – just sadness that she loves him and wants to help but she’s powerless to completely erase that pain. It’s unfortunately a journey that Rock has to take on his own and really for himself. He can’t begin to heal until he stops running and faces the past – with her love and the project he’s undertaken perhaps that time has finally arrived.
I had to smile at the epilogue of this story. I suspected, but it was fun having everything laid out and a tease of what was to come.
If you love Shifter Romance, then Craved By The Bear is a story you should pick up. It’s intense, definitely sexy, and touches so many emotions. I’d recommend this story and this series without hesitation. A good story, likable main couple and interesting secondary characters.
I read this title through my Kindle Unlimited subscription.
August 18, 2020
This is an OK bear shifter romance and addition to the Trapped in Bear Canyon series. I didn't like it as much as I've liked most of Terry's later series, mostly because I had some issues with the couple. It gets 3 stars from me.
Rock was OK, but he was so very damaged, and sure that he could never move back to Bear Canyon. His history of abuse was awful, and coming home gave him nightmares. I understood why he didn't think he and Roslyn could ever be together. He tried to resist her for a while, then suddenly decided to go for their relationship. In reality, though, someone as damaged as Rock would probably need a lot of counseling before he could ever be ready to take a mate.
Roslyn was OK, but it bothered me that she was so determined to stay in Bear Creek. She cared for Rock, but was not willing to join him somewhere where he could escape his nightmares. Since she knew how terribly he had been abused, her attitude seemed kind of selfish to me -- as in, we live where I want, or we can't be together. She did get better, but it took her a long time.
My rating system is below.
1 star -- Hated it, or did not finish. I usually only give this rating if some of the content is truly objectionable to me, like if one of the main characters does something really awful, and gets away with it.
2 stars -- Didn't like it. This rating usually means that I thought the writing wasn't very good, the editing was terrible, I didn't like the characters, or it had other major flaws.
3 stars -- I liked it, but had some minor issues with it. This rating means that there were minor editing issues, the story needed more character development, it was just too unrealistic, or had some other fairly minor issue. The majority of books I read get this rating – I do not consider it a bad rating.
4 stars -- I liked it a lot. This is a high rating for me, and I rarely give a higher one.
5 stars -- I loved it, and will probably read it again. Very few books are good enough to get this rating from me. The ones that do are usually classics.
Rock was OK, but he was so very damaged, and sure that he could never move back to Bear Canyon. His history of abuse was awful, and coming home gave him nightmares. I understood why he didn't think he and Roslyn could ever be together. He tried to resist her for a while, then suddenly decided to go for their relationship. In reality, though, someone as damaged as Rock would probably need a lot of counseling before he could ever be ready to take a mate.
Roslyn was OK, but it bothered me that she was so determined to stay in Bear Creek. She cared for Rock, but was not willing to join him somewhere where he could escape his nightmares. Since she knew how terribly he had been abused, her attitude seemed kind of selfish to me -- as in, we live where I want, or we can't be together. She did get better, but it took her a long time.
My rating system is below.
1 star -- Hated it, or did not finish. I usually only give this rating if some of the content is truly objectionable to me, like if one of the main characters does something really awful, and gets away with it.
2 stars -- Didn't like it. This rating usually means that I thought the writing wasn't very good, the editing was terrible, I didn't like the characters, or it had other major flaws.
3 stars -- I liked it, but had some minor issues with it. This rating means that there were minor editing issues, the story needed more character development, it was just too unrealistic, or had some other fairly minor issue. The majority of books I read get this rating – I do not consider it a bad rating.
4 stars -- I liked it a lot. This is a high rating for me, and I rarely give a higher one.
5 stars -- I loved it, and will probably read it again. Very few books are good enough to get this rating from me. The ones that do are usually classics.
March 13, 2017
Rock Brolin has loved Rosalyn since they were children. He makes a fool of him self each year at the Bear Brawl making drunken marriage proposals to her. She is the one constant in his life. But now that her father is sick she is in need of protection and he is the only one he wants to protect her.
Ros loves Rock. She knows that nothing can ever come from it because he is to busy running from his past. After a night with him where she lives out her fantasies, she decides it is time to move on. He will never stay in Bear Canyon, and she doesn't ever want to leave. Now Rock is making her promises and pursing her relentlessly. Can she trust him to keep his promises or will the nightmares of his past tear them apart once and for all.
When Rock relapses and flees town leaving Ros once more, all seems lost. But the bear in him cannot live without his mate and now he must face the fact that she is more important to him than his fears of the past.
Great second installment to this trilogy. Looking forward to reading Ryland's story.
Ros loves Rock. She knows that nothing can ever come from it because he is to busy running from his past. After a night with him where she lives out her fantasies, she decides it is time to move on. He will never stay in Bear Canyon, and she doesn't ever want to leave. Now Rock is making her promises and pursing her relentlessly. Can she trust him to keep his promises or will the nightmares of his past tear them apart once and for all.
When Rock relapses and flees town leaving Ros once more, all seems lost. But the bear in him cannot live without his mate and now he must face the fact that she is more important to him than his fears of the past.
Great second installment to this trilogy. Looking forward to reading Ryland's story.
May 22, 2017
I read the first book in this series and completely feel for this group of shifter brothers. I haven't read many near shifters so reading these was an eye opener to a whole new words.
Ros was stubborn and had a backbone. I loved the fire in her spirt to do what she wanted and not let other walk all over her.
I loved Rock. He was the perfect tortured hero that you can't help but love. The way he fights his feels and of course loses was worth the read.
The plot was fun and you could really feel tension between the two main characters. I loved all the secondary characters and the way that they helped benefit the story as a whole. Seeing Rock battle his demons was amazing. My heart truly broke for him though out the book but I was rooting him in from start to finish.
Overall I really liked it. The story it's self was short and sweet but had amazing chemistry and awesome characters. I plan on reading the next one once I find the time. This author's writing is addictive and her story's are refreshing. 4 stars #2OCCJD
Ros was stubborn and had a backbone. I loved the fire in her spirt to do what she wanted and not let other walk all over her.
I loved Rock. He was the perfect tortured hero that you can't help but love. The way he fights his feels and of course loses was worth the read.
The plot was fun and you could really feel tension between the two main characters. I loved all the secondary characters and the way that they helped benefit the story as a whole. Seeing Rock battle his demons was amazing. My heart truly broke for him though out the book but I was rooting him in from start to finish.
Overall I really liked it. The story it's self was short and sweet but had amazing chemistry and awesome characters. I plan on reading the next one once I find the time. This author's writing is addictive and her story's are refreshing. 4 stars #2OCCJD
February 21, 2017
Another Winner
Book 2 of the series is about Rock, the middle bear shifter brother. Of all the brothers, Rock seems to be the most traumatized one, wearing his scars inside and outside. In love with Ros, Rock has denied their attraction to each other for years, feeling that he isn't worthy of her love. As an L.A. stuntman, Rock faces danger everyday, but he can't seem to face his past. Torn between the legacy of the past and the future he desires, Rock has to battle his demons, keep Ros safe from other shifters trying to claim the she bear and find a new path for them both. Bolryder's story is well written, although I do feel that the situation with Connor was left unresolved. I'm always glad to see another bear story from this author. Give this book a try. Enjoy.
Book 2 of the series is about Rock, the middle bear shifter brother. Of all the brothers, Rock seems to be the most traumatized one, wearing his scars inside and outside. In love with Ros, Rock has denied their attraction to each other for years, feeling that he isn't worthy of her love. As an L.A. stuntman, Rock faces danger everyday, but he can't seem to face his past. Torn between the legacy of the past and the future he desires, Rock has to battle his demons, keep Ros safe from other shifters trying to claim the she bear and find a new path for them both. Bolryder's story is well written, although I do feel that the situation with Connor was left unresolved. I'm always glad to see another bear story from this author. Give this book a try. Enjoy.
February 12, 2019
Great book couldn't pass it up.
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Rock has his own life far away from Bear Canyon. He's one of the greatest stuntmen live. He wishes he could keep his home town in his well being there and never come back and if it wasn't for Roslyn he could do just that. He jokes around when he sees her that she is his mate.
Rosalyn and her father own the local bar in town. She can't leave Bear Canyon, her life is here. But she loves Rock and understands why he doesn't want to stay.
This book goes into more detail about the brother's like with their father, so this book has a lot of triggers involving their abuse. I enjoyed this book as much as I did book 1.
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By Terry Bolryde
Rock has his own life far away from Bear Canyon. He's one of the greatest stuntmen live. He wishes he could keep his home town in his well being there and never come back and if it wasn't for Roslyn he could do just that. He jokes around when he sees her that she is his mate.
Rosalyn and her father own the local bar in town. She can't leave Bear Canyon, her life is here. But she loves Rock and understands why he doesn't want to stay.
This book goes into more detail about the brother's like with their father, so this book has a lot of triggers involving their abuse. I enjoyed this book as much as I did book 1.
October 25, 2017
Nice little read.
I enjoyed the story of Rock and Rosalyn, though as usual, I wish it was longer. Thankfully, I'm reading the whole series back to back, so it feels more like one longer book with four long chapters which is more my thing. The characters are well written and fully formed and very easy to care for and understand. There are a few parts in the story that cause the old waterworks to flow which I enjoy in a good storyline. The storyline itself has enough to keep me interested, the only thing slightly lacking is the sex scenes which I found to be a bit lacklustre but other than that it's a solid four stars. Thanks.
I enjoyed the story of Rock and Rosalyn, though as usual, I wish it was longer. Thankfully, I'm reading the whole series back to back, so it feels more like one longer book with four long chapters which is more my thing. The characters are well written and fully formed and very easy to care for and understand. There are a few parts in the story that cause the old waterworks to flow which I enjoy in a good storyline. The storyline itself has enough to keep me interested, the only thing slightly lacking is the sex scenes which I found to be a bit lacklustre but other than that it's a solid four stars. Thanks.
February 27, 2017
I love Rock!!!!!
I gave this book five stars because I fell in love with Bear Canyon the first time the author introduced us. Rock's history of child abuse has made coming back to Bear Canyon horrific and he drinks to keep the demons away. But when the love of the only woman he has ever let see his scar fights back, what's a werebear to do but dig deeper to find the common ground. He is needed in Bear Canyon and Ros is the she-bear to make sure he knows it. Come hang out in Bear Canyon with me.
I gave this book five stars because I fell in love with Bear Canyon the first time the author introduced us. Rock's history of child abuse has made coming back to Bear Canyon horrific and he drinks to keep the demons away. But when the love of the only woman he has ever let see his scar fights back, what's a werebear to do but dig deeper to find the common ground. He is needed in Bear Canyon and Ros is the she-bear to make sure he knows it. Come hang out in Bear Canyon with me.
May 7, 2017
How to mend a broken man
Bear Shifter Rock is broken beyond repair. Or so he thinks. Will the sizzling love between Ros and him be enough to help him escape the terrors that haunt him and give them the happily ever after they both deserve? Craved by the Bear will answer this question and lead us into the final resolution that will free those who have been Trapped in Bear Canyon once for all.
Bear Shifter Rock is broken beyond repair. Or so he thinks. Will the sizzling love between Ros and him be enough to help him escape the terrors that haunt him and give them the happily ever after they both deserve? Craved by the Bear will answer this question and lead us into the final resolution that will free those who have been Trapped in Bear Canyon once for all.
February 23, 2017
Amazing Story
This was such a great book. The storyline was perfect for Rock. Bros was his perfect mate he just needed to get over his demons and realize it.
Saying that I certainly hope you have a book planned for Ryland and hopefully Francis. Francis is such a loveable character!
This was such a great book. The storyline was perfect for Rock. Bros was his perfect mate he just needed to get over his demons and realize it.
Saying that I certainly hope you have a book planned for Ryland and hopefully Francis. Francis is such a loveable character!
June 17, 2017
Craved by the bear
Ros has always loved rock, but she wasn't sure if he loved her.He was always running away from bear canyon, because of his abusive past. When he returns unexpectedly, did is surprised. Is he here to stay. No he's here to find her a mate. Can they both really do this to each other? Great read
Ros has always loved rock, but she wasn't sure if he loved her.He was always running away from bear canyon, because of his abusive past. When he returns unexpectedly, did is surprised. Is he here to stay. No he's here to find her a mate. Can they both really do this to each other? Great read
February 3, 2018
Excellent read! This is a story I anticipated would follow. Ros and Rock are meant for eachother and the Bolin family needs more healing. As Rock allows himself to love and be happy, through this he can begin to heal. There is something amazing that can come from a decision to stay on the mountain. Does he stay, what's the secret behind it all....you must read to find out!
February 19, 2017
This story had a weak plot. Rock kept harping on his problems. The characters showed their cards to early in story. I had high hopes for this one. It's a shame, this one didn't work out. Hopefully next one will be better.
February 19, 2017
Another Winner
A beautifully written bear shifter story. Our hero has loved our heroine forever. He left her and now returns. He must protect her. A lot of action and good characters.
A beautifully written bear shifter story. Our hero has loved our heroine forever. He left her and now returns. He must protect her. A lot of action and good characters.
February 26, 2017
aAwesome
This book is so great! I like it best when it's a part of a series. It helps that it's a HEA, but it gives you a glimpse of characters from previous story lines. My what's off to you Ms. Border. Please tell me Ryland has a story soon!! Fingers crossed!
This book is so great! I like it best when it's a part of a series. It helps that it's a HEA, but it gives you a glimpse of characters from previous story lines. My what's off to you Ms. Border. Please tell me Ryland has a story soon!! Fingers crossed!
September 20, 2017
Read this before I read the 1st in the series- still loved it- Rock & Ros' story was awesome- her determination- the barriers he had to overcome-strong characters- the others in the book also drew me-
Off to read #1- I know I'll love it too!!!
Off to read #1- I know I'll love it too!!!
February 18, 2020
Excellent read
Engaging, brilliant story. The emotional roller coaster the story put you through is heart wrenching, but how Rock faces his demons and wins his true love is truly inspirational.
Engaging, brilliant story. The emotional roller coaster the story put you through is heart wrenching, but how Rock faces his demons and wins his true love is truly inspirational.
February 17, 2017
Loved it
I am so glad Rock and Ros got their happy ending. I can't wait to read Ryland's book and see who Terry has in store for him.
I am so glad Rock and Ros got their happy ending. I can't wait to read Ryland's book and see who Terry has in store for him.
February 26, 2017
Good
I like Bolryder's books, so my rating is no surprise. I can say, I liked this one less than the first because Rock was just a little TSTL. But still glad I read it.
I like Bolryder's books, so my rating is no surprise. I can say, I liked this one less than the first because Rock was just a little TSTL. But still glad I read it.
March 25, 2017
I liked it.
June 10, 2017
Only if
Only if life would be so sweet, in our fantasy life all is possible and that is why this book is number one with me
Only if life would be so sweet, in our fantasy life all is possible and that is why this book is number one with me
August 9, 2017
A quick warning; this story may be uncomfortable for those who have suffered child abuse. But I believe it has been handled well.
October 29, 2017
Loved Rock and Ros's story really sweet
October 30, 2017
Rate of 4.5 !!
November 19, 2017
I love the book
January 4, 2018
I enjoyed the second book in the series. Rock and Ros were interesting and I loved the ending. Definitely on to the next book!
March 19, 2018
Brilliant read
February 17, 2020
Great story about stubborn bears.
July 29, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
March 18, 2017
Rock and Ros' story was beautiful and tragic. Overcoming Rock's tragic childhood, nearly losing his life at his Dads hands, had left Rock broken and with a feeling of unworthiness. This was a great story to watch both of them grow and realize what it is to lose everything. A fantastic read as always, Terry has done it again
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