Savage Hunger

Savage Shifters #3

by Milly Taiden

Isaline Primrose doesn’t let anyone cut the line at her mom’s bakery, no matter how tall or sexy he his. His custom suit, expensive haircut, and deep brown eyes are making her want things. Very dirty things. It’s totally fine to look even if he is a bossy jerk. But is it okay to have naked fantasies with the commanding business man?

Beast Harte doesn’t do small towns, but Full Moon Bay has something other towns don’t: the perfect building for his deceased father’s long-time dream. When he meets his mate, life should be perfect. It isn’t. Pissing her off was not in his plans, but he wasn’t used to taking orders, only giving them. Now he has his work cut out for him.

Isaline sets up some challenges to see if Beast is the right man for her. What neither knows is other players are at work with their own hidden agendas. Beast guarantees two things—he's getting his mate and his building, and he won’t let anyone get in his way.

Genres: Shapeshifters, Paranormal, Romance, Paranormal Romance, Dragons, Fantasy

247 pages, ebook

First published April 28, 2018

About the author

Milly Taiden (also writes as April Angel) was born in the prettiest part of the Caribbean (to her) known as the Dominican Republic. Currently, she resides in New York City with her husband, bossy young son and their little dog Speedy.

When she’s not working full-time, texting with her best friend Heidi in England, chastising her son for pulling the dog’s ears, shopping with her sister Jewel or watching scary movies with her husband, she can be found writing on her laptop.

She’s addicted to shoes, chocolate, Dunkin Donuts coffee and JIMMY THOMAS covers!!!

Reviews

[Carly · Rating 2 out of 5]

This was disappointing. I was looking forward to something light, funny, and a bit silly and ridiculous. The first of the series cracked me up and the second at least had an interesting story, but this third one lacked any of the charm found in the previous books.
Beast was probably the most boring dragon I've ever seen. And Isaline…ugh. From what I remember in the first two books she was funny and had some quirk with food, whenever she showed up she was snacking on something. Here, it's referenced as this shameful food obsession that needed to be overcome. It was weird. But the worst part was that whenever she talked about her volunteer work she came across as preachy and almost self righteous, it got on my nerves.
Now, I'm not expecting literary genius from the Savage Shifters series. In fact, when it comes to PNR I only expect two things. And if your not going to blow me away with the sex, phrasing then you've gotta be funny. Unfortunately, this one didn't do either.

[Emily · Rating 4 out of 5]

Isaline Primrose knows that the man trying to buy her mothers bakery is getting impatient with the refusal. She doesn't expect the man to show up at their bakery and has no problem putting him in place.

Beast Harte wants to finish his fathers project but there is just one thing standing in the way, a bakery. He decides he is going to take care of the problem himself but he never expects to meet his mate. Now he has to figure out how to woo her all the while learning about the endearing community of Full Moon Bay.

This was a lot of fun. Something about the name Beast Harte just makes you imagine the character and it is spot on. Great chemistry.

[Florence · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was the sweetest most romantic story yet... Don't get me wrong this is a Milly HOT as hell need a cold shower read but when the back story of how the little rose project came to be was told it gave me goosebumps with all the happy feels.. Isa and Beast ( yes that is his name and I think it is sexy as hell) were great characters each taking each other into the others worlds , Isa with her volunteer work and Beast with his city life and luxuries.. Absolutely loved this book. .

[Maranda Prigmore · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dragons are hot

I loved reading about Beast and Isa story. A dragon shifter and a sexy little baker. They had ups and downs and the book was full of excitement. I love that we got to see her sisters and their mates pop up in the story.

[Gwendolyn Thaggard · Rating 4 out of 5]

The final Primrose daughter meets her mate!
Beast is in Full Moon Bay to meet Mrs. Promise to convince her to sell her bakery.
Beast has plans for that location to finish a project that was special to his late father.
But Mrs. Primrose is a not giving in to his demands and it has something to do with the contract Beast's father signed.
But what exactly is a mystery?
In the meantime, Beast gets distracted when he meets his mate.
Isaline Primrose.
Beast was originally only in town for business, but for his mate he gladly makes an exception.
Isaline has witnessed her two sisters settle down and find love with shifters of their own.
She wants that for herself, but she wants to make sure it's with the right person.
Beast proclaims that Isa is his mate and that he and his dragon can never part from her, but Isa is still hesitant.
Beast goes out of his way to woo and win over Isaline, while she shows him the perks of small town living.
Will this small town curvy girl admit to her feelings for the city slicker dragon or will she let uncertainty tear them apart before they begin?


I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book and was not compensated in any way.

[Nikki · Rating 5 out of 5]

Isa works in her mom’s bakery where she can create her famous (and delicious) chocolate cake for their many customers. Isa is working the front counter when the most gorgeous and arrogant man cuts in front of the line and demands to speak with the owner of the bakery. Beast (yes, that’s his name, how awesome is that?!) knows he has messed up when he is firmly but politely told there was no cutting in line by the angry woman at the counter, who just happens to be his mate. Beast has been trying to reclaim all his company’s building properties so he can do what he dad dreamed all those years ago before he passed away. The only problem is the one building left to reclaim holds the bakery and his mate. This was an amazing story, I have loved all the books in this series so far and this one was no different. I laughed out loud several times, Isa‘s mom is just too funny for words sometimes. Beast and Isa were perfect together and I really enjoyed seeing characters from the previous two books as well.

[Donna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Savage Hunger is sweet, funny and sexy. He is a big time city billionaire. She is a small town girl who works at her momma’s bakery. She doesn’t care who he is rude is rude and she lets him know about it. He is smitten. Nobody treats him like regular folk. He is used to folk kowtowing because he is the boss, rich and intimidating. He is also a dragon shifter. He does have a softer side which we get to see in this fun tale. Isa has a fun backstory too. This is my new favorite Milly Taiden couple.

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sweet, sexy, a little danger, and alot of oh holy crap! I loved it! It has a total kick a$$ heroine and a stubborn, pig headed, alpha male who she needs to tame. Beast wants t see his "little rose" dream become a reality. Isa wants what her sisters have, but doesn't want to put up with a bully from the big city. One who is hot as hell, and makes her think all kinds of naughty things. I loved the twist in this book and it is probably my favorite in the series.

[Shyla · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another phenomenal read by Milly Taiden! This is the story of Isa and Beast, it was exactly what I was hoping for. Isa is dealing with her own insecurities and learning to be herself. Beast is learning that good things come to those who wait. A beautiful love story that all will enjoy. A must read for all Milly fans.

[Dawn Mauritzen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a amazing read! Loved Isaline Primrose she is a amazing character you have to love her. And Beast Harte is all tough and no bull loved his character. Piss off Isaline was not what Beast had in mind but things never go the way they are supposed too. This was fun and exciting love fullmoon bay and can’t wait for more

[Sandy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic book

Love all Molly Taidens's books. She makes a big girl feel good and know that the right man will love her. This book is not and funny with some action and a wonderful romance.

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great twist in book

Book three in Savage Shifter, Savage Hunger by Milly Taiden
Isaline is the sister of Sage and Zuri from previous books.
Isaline meets Beast a Dragon shifter looking to buy the building her mum rents her bakery out of.
Absolutely love that Beast realises he needs to court Isaline and then slowly gets to know her and falls in love slowly but sweetly.
Love this series every book different in its own way but still has a family feeling with it involving three sisters.

[Sylvia McCullers · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bbw loved by a dragon!

Nice book with a little drama, a little mystery and a little action . Oh , romance and passion ! A great combination !

[Phyllis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Savage Hunger is the third book in the Savage Shifters Series & in this story the third Primrose sister, Isaline, finds her Savage mate in dragon shifter Beast Harte.

Isa has watched her sisters find their true mates & she doesn't want to settle for anything less than the kind of love they have. In the meantime, she spends her time volunteering in the community & working at her mother's bakery. Isa is less than impressed by the big, sexy jerk in the custom made suit that comes in trying to push to the front of the line & she's determined to make sure he waits his turn. But why can't she keep this guy off her mind?

Beast Harte is a billionaire business man with a project being held up by a woman in a small town. This hotel was his father's dream & Beast isn't going to take no for an answer on moving that bakery. But between finding his mate, dealing with a business owner that's always "busy" & 2 women with a plan, Beast might be in over his head.

This installment of the Savage Shifter's series is another good one by Ms. Taiden. The main characters are both strong personalities that have a lot to learn about each other & themselves & this book takes us along on their journey. The plot line kept my interest nicely & the supporting cast was perfect, showing up just enough to keep things going along at a good pace. Now if we can just find out who Poppy's & Tyson's mates are...All in all this is a great read for a cozy night.

[Daria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Its usually easy to get in tune with the characters you're reading, okay well if its a good story you "feel" the characters. You can fall into the story and before you know it you're at the end of the book. When that happens yeah you know it was an awesome story.

Milly Taiden's talent is all her own from the worlds to the personalities of her characters, Savage Shifter series has been so much fun to read. Her newest in the series Savage Hunger fit in well. It can be read as a stand-alone and is a full novel to be enjoyed.

Shifters are one of my favs, dragon oh yeah! the hero mmm deliciousness, the heroine beautiful and sassy makes the story fun. A businessman all about the finer things in life a city boy through and through, couldn't possibly understand the appeal of a small town.
A beautiful lady smart and caring and loves the small town she's lived in and sees its beauty that "outsiders" don't see.

Coming together because of a land contract, a bit of hedging and stretching the truth. Playing with the past and pushing destines. This is the first book in a very long time that made me cry, I was so like omg, aw, wow and giggled yeah I admit it. super sweet and super hot!! I love the durty durty. I'd recommend it to anyone that loves shifters. Enjoy

[Juliette Cen · Rating 2 out of 5]

Dans la lignée de toutes ces novellas récemment traduites en VF, écrites à la chaîne sur un canevas identique. Là, des cow-boys hyper membrés qui chassent en duo (ou trio), ou encore des extra-terrestres hyper membrés qui chassent en duo (ou trio), ici, des métamorphes hyper...
Bref.
Ce n'est pas super bon, mais c'est divertissant et fun la plupart du temps.
Dans celui-ci, il y a beaucoup d'incohérences, et la principale tient dans la personnalité d'un héros citadin pur jus arrogant et impitoyable, qui fond comme une guimauve devant une ménagère de banlieue. Je veux bien, mais à un moment, faut que le fantasme fasse rêver...
Je passe sur l'intrigue, qui n'est pas primordiale dans le genre, pour passer aux questions qui grattent. L'héroïne est humaine, le héros est un dragon de 200 ans. Ils comptent vivre combien de temps à deux, avant que sa mate se dessèche comme un pruneau ? En bref, la question de vivre éternellement ensemble n'est jamais abordée. Et sa marque imprimée sur sa compagne, c'est quoi ? Une empreinte de main ? Un message "zone interdite" ? "Touche pas à ça p'tit con" ?

Le style est parfois maladroit, une alternance de vulgarité et de phrases traduites à sec. Pour conclure, c'est la deuxième novella de cette autrice que je lis, et clairement, la dernière.

[Ruby Ap. · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the third book in the series, "Savage Shifters" and got to say it's one of favorites' that I've read from the author, Milly Taiden :)

I loved that we got to see more background on Isla and her struggles and how strong she really was. I loved her feistiness and how she kicked Beast's ego down a peg or two since he's so accustomed to getting his way but with Isla, it was going to be different and it was fun reading their battle of wills ;)

These two have intense and sizzling chemistry and I liked their dancing around each other 'till they both FINALLY can't deny their intense connection since they're mates and Beast knows from the start that Isla was it for him and he wanted to give her time before telling her because he was giving her time to adjust to his presence before revealing they're mates so she doesn't get scared.

There's some om drama (non sexual for Isla) but luckily everything is resolved quickly and Isla & her Beast get their happily ever after with their upcoming bundle of joy along with the happily ever after of her sisters with their mates and new little baby family members' <3 <3

[Maria · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Winner!

Beast and Isa's story was great! I loved their whole storyline. Isa is definitely the woman that would shake up Mr. Heart's universe. He needs the bakery and he is tired of the delay in obtaining it. He still can't believe that a woman has delayed his project. He knows this is something he has to handle himself. What he didn't know is that a sassy blonde with a curvaceous figure would tell him to get his butt in the back of the line!

Isa loves working at her mother's bakery and everyone loves what she bakes. She has seen both her sisters happy and be mated to shifters and she longs for that type of relationship. Unfortunately, she has been striking out with men. Luckily she was able to get out of the last relationship she was in. But now she can't believe she has to deal with a rude man trying to cut in line at her bakery. Oh no... she is not having any of it and she will make sure he understands it.

I wanted to give this five stars but there were errors so I could not, but that did not take away from the fact that this was a really good story in the series.

[Whispers From · Rating 5 out of 5]

Isaline and her mother own a bakery. Isa is the only single daughter left. Her sisters have all married shifters. Beast is a dragon shifter and own a large company. He wants the building the bakery is in and had no luck in talking to the owner. So he makes a trip to talk to her in person. He shows up at the bakery while Isa is working and his dragon knows she’s their mate. Isa shows him around town and how peaceful small town life can be. The contract between his family and the bakery is missing and he thinks there’s something special in it. After he meets Isa’s mom she tells him the story of the meeting between her and her husband and Beast’s parents. It shocks him but lots of things finally make sense. He wants Isa as his mate and he’ll do anything to convince her to mate him.
Great romantic story. Sexy sex scenes. A dragon shifter and a chocolate cake baking beauty. Secrets are uncovered and the Beast finally has his beauty. Loved it. Can’t wait for more.

* Voluntarily read and reviewed this for author *

[Cheri · Rating 4 out of 5]

Beast doesn't take no for an answer--in business or anywhere else. His project is being held up because the tenant won't agree to move her bakery. When his underlings can't get the job done, he goes to do it himself. Then he meets Isa and his dragon roars. While waiting to meet with the tenant he spends his time getting to know the woman who will have a big impact on his future. She just doesn't know it yet.

It is fun watching Beast discover small-town life while Isa shows him around. She isn't interested in a for-right-now guy and that's how she sees Beast. Can he change her mind? Is there more to the business transaction?

Following their relationship and awakening of each other is fun, steamy--did I say steamy, oh yeah! The family is a riot in the match-making game--both sides of the family. Gotta luv those ladies.

Another fun steamy shifter read by the author who never fails to entertain.

[Lauren · Rating 4 out of 5]

Savage hunger is book three in the savage shifters series. This book is Isaline’s (Zuri and Sage’s sister) story. I really like Isa. I love her love and obsession with food. She is kind and caring but she does have a feisty side and knows what she wants. I liked Beast but I wanted him to open his eyes more. That may sound daft but for the majority, he looked at Isa’s small town as something he could change. A lot of the time, he wanted to change the town and add things to make it like New York. I liked that he did see it Isa’s way towards the end.
I liked Isa and Beast as a couple. The chemistry between them was clear to see and they were good together. I liked the details of the little rose contract and the story behind it. Beast and Isa were destined to be together.
The storyline for this book is easy to follow and it is an enjoyable read. I cannot wait for more books in this series.

[Patricia Bello · Rating 4 out of 5]

Finally Isaline has her story! And just like her sisters' stories, hers involves an uber hot shifter with such a unique name... Beast. Beast is a hotshot developer and he has his eye on Isaline's mom's bakery. And Isaline bakes and works in said bakery. When they meet, of course sparks fly.

There is no real bad guy here. The conflict here is only Isaline being distrustful of what is happening between her and Beast. I guess, despite seeing her sisters go thru their own courtships, she really doesn't believe still.

And the reveal near the end of the story... That was soooo sweet and cute!! Who'd've thought? That was the best part for me and just showed what we were all rooting for: that Beast and Isaline were meant to be.

I received a copy of the book for my honest opinion.

[Linda · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the last book about the Primrose sisters. Isaline is going to find her savage shifter or she’s not going to be happy. Beast Harte comes to town to let the owner of the bakery know that she’s moving out, so he can build a big project. The bakery just happens to be owned by Isaline’s mother. And she’s not going to be moving anywhere. This is a short story but it’s so fun! The chocolate cake that Isaline bakes is to out of this world good. (Just ask Beast) And the sex scene in the museum is extremely hot. The way Isa teaches Beast the meaning of small town America will make you cry and start singing God Bless America. I enjoyed reading this story and am so glad she found her beast to love.

[Janet Hendricks · Rating 5 out of 5]

So Yummy! Better Than Chocolate Cake! 😋

Beast and Isaline's...Dragon shifter Beast needs a renter to vacate the bakery in Full Moon Bay in order to build his late father's dream - the Little Rose. Baker Mirabel Primrose refuses to leave. When he visits the bakery, Beast meets Isaline Mirabel's daughter and immediately recognizes his Mate. Isaline is a true small town girl who has no interest in living in a big city. How will Beast convince her to be his mate and still fulfill his father's dream? This Savage Shifters book is my favorite. It's a well-written story with yummy characters, a mystery or two, lots of action, and hot sex. Get this book or better yet, get the whole series. They're very entertaining! Enjoy!

[Jamoz23 · Rating 3 out of 5]

Enjoyable read but not my favourite of these three.
The last sister gets her hot shifter mate and we have a very fun story come out about a contract made years ago.
Very enjoyable and entertaining and I loved all the good things that were getting done along the way but just didn’t grab me and take me along. Felt slightly unfinished as there never was a good talk about how their future was going to go.
Did find it interesting that we had the OM (Other Man) problems but no OW (Other Woman) as one is mentioned quite a bit at the beginning.
I found the fact Isa never thought of Gavin in relation to the break in a bit weak. Why would she not think of Gavin, what made her think it was all about her mother, she lives there too.
I was given this book as an ARC but read it through KU.

[Monica · Rating 3 out of 5]

Has 1 spoiler at the end of my review.

Not as good as the previous book but not bad. Probably my least favorite. I think its because of Beast though. He was kind of a dick and its hard to see such a fast turn around. Not that he was necessarily a BAD guy just kinda cold in some ways especially in business. He did have his moments though to be fair. Isaline was sweet and knows what she wants from a man. Meeting Beast she's not so sure he's it. He doesnt make the best first impression. I will say their very first meeting from when she was a baby couldnt have been sweeter which kinda saved the book I think.

[Dmcl · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beast is a dragon shifter with a problem. He needs to move a bakery off his property so he can build his luxury hotel. When he goes to make it happen, he meets the last person he expected...his mate! Isaline is the baker at her mother’s bakery, and she wants to show the big city dragon all the advantages a small town holds. Will she lose her heart to this sexy Beast, or will outside forces keep them apart? Will he get his property and lose his mate, or can everyone get their happily ever after? Read on in this delightful new addition to Milly Taiden’s body of work.

[Lory · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this story the final Primerose sister Isaline finally get her HEA. I have to say it was my favorite out of the series. It was the sweetest most romantic story with the best backstory ever. This fast paced story will have you feeling all kinda of way I really hope it's not the last one in the series. If it is what a fantastic way to end a series. Overall a enjoyable and entertaining read. I voluntarily read and review this ARC no monetary compensation was received the opinions I have expressed are my own.

[Edith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful

Loved it! Another great love story by Milly Taiden. And he's a dragon! The story kept me entranced. I couldn't stop reading until the last punctuation. Her stories always have a Happily Ever After, a strong intelligent and beautiful leading lady with a male thatt's hot for her. I really liked how her size isn't downplayed. This story even made her a role model emphasizing on health and common sense. Kudos and thanks for another lovely tale.

[Pamelia Grady · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finding The One

Beast Harte was having a problem with one of his tenants, she was refusing to vacate and no matter his what he promises her she wasn't budging and she refused to deal with anyone but him. Time for a trip to Full Moon Bay - he hated small towns. Isaline Promise was working with her mom Marbella in her family 's bakery one morning when a rude guy comes in demanding to speak to her mom. She kicked him out of the store for line cutting and
causing problems.