If you are a new fan of the author, you may not know that she has written some terrific bear and wolf shifter series as well as the fantastic dragons and tigers. Here is a great chance to read one set altogether.
Secrets of the Bear:
Who doesn't love Frances? He is such a sweetie. Okay, so he's bad enough to win the Brawl but out of the ring, he is adorable. In fact, Valerie even said it, not that most people would consider anyone that big adorable.
When Valarie showed up on his doorstep with bruises and in fear, he remembered the hurt he felt when they parted. He needed to know who had hurt her. If she hadn't been protected by the one she'd chosen, maybe there was a way for them to be together again. But, she had chosen someone else. Could he trust her to want him now?
Booze and lovemaking. They don't always mix. This time there was a huge issue. More than either could imagine. When helpful friends get in the already mixed up mix things are even worse. When the man who'd hurt her shows up, it looks as if they may have more than their love life to worry about.
Thank you, Terry Bolryder, for giving Frances his own story. He deserves it.
Redeeming the Bear:
SSSSSSSSSSSSSSS! This one opens up with the steam flowing. At first, I wondered what was going on with these two. The author does a great job of rationing out the clues and information to keep us turning the pages. Ryland may be the youngest brother, however, he has always felt he had to do what it took to help his family. His last two plots ended with both brothers happily mated. Now, he has another plan. This one would end the Brawl. One. Way. or. Another. His family managed the shifter once-a-year all-out battle for the best fighter. He knew something his brothers and the town did not. It was probably the reason none of them entered the fight themselves, at least no one in their family had for many years. He was entering this year. Yet, he had to fight as a human. No way could he let his bear out. That is how Lea came into his life. He hired her as a professional trainer, a female alpha wolf shifter. And more! When they ended their last training session it became more. She left telling him their encounter was just that. Ryland knew it was more even though he wasn't ready to admit it. It took seeing another male touch her to admit she was his mate. Now, he just had to get her to admit it.
Each had secrets. Each had family obligations. Rylan was willing to admit his feelings, however, Lea still would not give in to him. Will they overcome their differences? The secrets they keep? There is danger and not just the fighters. Watching the family unite, friendship with Francis and the secrets come to light make for an engaging read. Don't miss it!
Craved by The Bear:
This author never disappoints. Another wonderful read. Rock had a horrific childhood making it seem impossible for him to remain in this town. Roz and his feelings for her keep pulling him back. He uses the excuse of a violent annual bear-only event he and his brothers are responsible for monitoring to bring him back.
The childhood trauma makes him feel inadequate to seriously claim Roz. Her father realizes his issues are holding him back and talk him into "interviewing" possible replacement mates for Roz. This brings some great humor to the story. Another bear, one of the prospects, handles Rock in a way that amazes both Roz and Rock--and makes for a fun episode. Rock smiles about everything, making me think he has hopes of a happy future.
Ms. Bolyrder manages to take a serious subject and deal with it, yet not make it a heavy subject, leaving hopeful outcomes. The mate draw between the two makes for great chemistry and heat, yet their real love and feelings are displayed. The solutions will be a boon for all and every reader will root for the town, the lovers, and a brighter future. Big bad star, Rock, has some great support he doesn't recognize. In addition, Roz has to learn that love is two-sided. She needs to be willing to make some changes as well.
Can they come to terms? Will the danger of being one of the few she-bears around force her to make a bad decision? Will she give and have patience enough for her mate to deal with his history? A satisfying ending (after all it is a love story) While this is a stand-alone book, we do get a tantalizing hint of the next book. I can't wait. It seems Mr. Rylan is in for his own story.
Enjoy this series and her bears.