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To Tame a Shifter #3
Maiming
Nothing perfect ever lasts.
For the first time in my entire life, I've found a community that accepts me. The village of dragon shifters knows what it's like to be different. These men care about me. And I care about them. I might even love them.
Among all that perfection, terror creeps in. It haunts this place during the night. Something dangerous, powerful, and deadly has found these innocent people.
And it wants me.
This is a Reverse Harem series containing M/M themes. Recommended for readers 18 and over.
For the first time in my entire life, I've found a community that accepts me. The village of dragon shifters knows what it's like to be different. These men care about me. And I care about them. I might even love them.
Among all that perfection, terror creeps in. It haunts this place during the night. Something dangerous, powerful, and deadly has found these innocent people.
And it wants me.
This is a Reverse Harem series containing M/M themes. Recommended for readers 18 and over.
161 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 8, 2019
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A.K. Koonce
99 books880 followersA.K. Koonce is a USA Today best selling author. She's a mom by day and a fantasy and paranormal romance author by night. She keeps the fantastical stories in her mind on an endless loop, while she tries her best to focus on her actual life and not that of the spectacular but demanding fictional characters who always fill her thoughts
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June 7, 2025
Ya know how some people say how much they lOvE their characters and could read them doing literally doing any goddamn thing
Well that’s all this book fucking is *flails arms*
“I’m going to get some air,” I whisper to Kain.
“You’re outside, try again, Low.” Aggie doesn’t look at me as she says it, taking another big gulp from her glass.”
The dragon shifters are back! Chaos, Rime, and Kain
They are honestly the reason I keep reading because of how unique their backstories and characters are. Plus they are hot as fuck.
This was just a character-developing book. It's fun because we see what “normal” everyday life is like for them ... But plot?? Advancing the series goal ?? Learning more info ?? Nahhhh, write in more dragon sex
So yeah this book is just fun kinda has a bunch of random shit happening that doesn't really have any contribution to the series.
But I kept reading because ... it was just funny I guess
“So why were you dancing like that?”
“No one fucks with the local crazy woman. They leave me in peace to ward off the lingering spirits.”
My brows tense.
“Do you know how to ward off lingering spirits, Aggie?”
“Not a fucking clue. I used to specialize in Sight Seeing”
In an ideal world...
✨ the village has a past that contributes knowledge about magic or dragon world to help Arlow
✨ the bad guy has spies in the village himself that sneaks information
✨ Arlow's background as a magic beast tamer has more relevance cuz honestly that was a cool job and more magical beasts would've made the worldbuilding stronger and more unique
This series definitely has some potential but it clearly is just a fun reverse harem so I guess I gotta just lower my standards and enjoy it as it goes. I would recommend the first book but honestly, the fun quality and development of the first book does not continue to build up in the rest of the series-- it sorta plateaued.
Well that’s all this book fucking is *flails arms*
“I’m going to get some air,” I whisper to Kain.
“You’re outside, try again, Low.” Aggie doesn’t look at me as she says it, taking another big gulp from her glass.”
The dragon shifters are back! Chaos, Rime, and Kain
They are honestly the reason I keep reading because of how unique their backstories and characters are. Plus they are hot as fuck.
This was just a character-developing book. It's fun because we see what “normal” everyday life is like for them ... But plot?? Advancing the series goal ?? Learning more info ?? Nahhhh, write in more dragon sex
So yeah this book is just fun kinda has a bunch of random shit happening that doesn't really have any contribution to the series.
But I kept reading because ... it was just funny I guess
“So why were you dancing like that?”
“No one fucks with the local crazy woman. They leave me in peace to ward off the lingering spirits.”
My brows tense.
“Do you know how to ward off lingering spirits, Aggie?”
“Not a fucking clue. I used to specialize in Sight Seeing”
In an ideal world...
✨ the village has a past that contributes knowledge about magic or dragon world to help Arlow
✨ the bad guy has spies in the village himself that sneaks information
✨ Arlow's background as a magic beast tamer has more relevance cuz honestly that was a cool job and more magical beasts would've made the worldbuilding stronger and more unique
This series definitely has some potential but it clearly is just a fun reverse harem so I guess I gotta just lower my standards and enjoy it as it goes. I would recommend the first book but honestly, the fun quality and development of the first book does not continue to build up in the rest of the series-- it sorta plateaued.
January 10, 2019
Thank the ever loving goddess for the scene I’ve been waiting for.
AKA:
Rime + Chaos + Arlow.
BECAUSE THIS BOOK SUCKED BALLS.
I am in almost tears.
This series has been one of my favorite RH reads out there. Arlow is downright infuriating but knows her flaws.
The men are fucking perfect.
But this book was a huge disappointment.
Nothing.
Happened.
Until the very end.
But let’s go back to the beginning:
Essentially we find the harem and Arlow are in the quaint village where the dragons grew up.
Sinister is making friends with Kain’s mom.
Kain’s mom “hates” Arlow.
Arlow is throwing a pity party.
Weird intro to Kain’s ex.
Fuschia candles are involved.
Lots of hot sex.
BAM A GIRL DIES FROM DARK MAGIC.
A festival.
A birthday.
A proposal of sorts.
BAM KAIN’S EX DIES.
(Sorry if you haven’t read the books and you’re reading this lol)
And then it’s like Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing. Because the reaction was so much out of whack I nearly pissed my pants from laughing.
Because without so much as an explanation from Arlow (because she’s just traumatized and speechless so much so that she can’t explain something that’s very much explainable)....she ends up in a jail cell.
LOTS of pity party of one for Arlow ensues and I’m outraged.
GET IT TOGETHER SIS. Fucking moron.
The whole thing coulda been avoided had she just fucking said something.
Instead a fight breaks out and some Solstice bitch who is trying to lure Arlow away ends up harming them but hey apparently they can still be cool. Come with meee Arlow even tho I just tried to kill your mates.
BAM THE HAREM AND ARLOW END UP IN ARLOW’S HOMETOWN.
That was it.
SO AGAIN:
Thank the goddess for good orgasms in this book.
Except that one alpha who won’t be named has still yet to penetrate her and I’m finding this theme in other series and it’s just not my favorite.
So that leaves me with so many questions as to where the fuck book 4 will go as far as direction. There are so many loose ends.
I’m not impressed. Take your time writing the other book, Koonce. Please.
AKA:
Rime + Chaos + Arlow.
BECAUSE THIS BOOK SUCKED BALLS.
I am in almost tears.
This series has been one of my favorite RH reads out there. Arlow is downright infuriating but knows her flaws.
The men are fucking perfect.
But this book was a huge disappointment.
Nothing.
Happened.
Until the very end.
But let’s go back to the beginning:
Essentially we find the harem and Arlow are in the quaint village where the dragons grew up.
Sinister is making friends with Kain’s mom.
Kain’s mom “hates” Arlow.
Arlow is throwing a pity party.
Weird intro to Kain’s ex.
Fuschia candles are involved.
Lots of hot sex.
BAM A GIRL DIES FROM DARK MAGIC.
A festival.
A birthday.
A proposal of sorts.
BAM KAIN’S EX DIES.
(Sorry if you haven’t read the books and you’re reading this lol)
And then it’s like Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing. Because the reaction was so much out of whack I nearly pissed my pants from laughing.
Because without so much as an explanation from Arlow (because she’s just traumatized and speechless so much so that she can’t explain something that’s very much explainable)....she ends up in a jail cell.
LOTS of pity party of one for Arlow ensues and I’m outraged.
GET IT TOGETHER SIS. Fucking moron.
The whole thing coulda been avoided had she just fucking said something.
Instead a fight breaks out and some Solstice bitch who is trying to lure Arlow away ends up harming them but hey apparently they can still be cool. Come with meee Arlow even tho I just tried to kill your mates.
BAM THE HAREM AND ARLOW END UP IN ARLOW’S HOMETOWN.
That was it.
SO AGAIN:
Thank the goddess for good orgasms in this book.
Except that one alpha who won’t be named has still yet to penetrate her and I’m finding this theme in other series and it’s just not my favorite.
So that leaves me with so many questions as to where the fuck book 4 will go as far as direction. There are so many loose ends.
I’m not impressed. Take your time writing the other book, Koonce. Please.
January 12, 2019
Every page was filled with enough sexual tension to sink the Titanic. But in the end nothing happens. Until the last 10% anyway.
That's all I've got folks
P.S A parting word regarding Rime
February 21, 2020
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It was good but it slowed down with the character development and the plot is a bit shaky. In fact, we don’t really get any progress furthering the plot. Instead, its a lot of hiding and visiting with the dragon’s village and that brings a side plot story which I found lazy and tired. Arlow is trying to come to terms with being the mate of all the dragons while simultaneously dealing with her tranformed hellhound being her old bae.
I don’t understand why she couldn’t rekindle things with her hellhound. We get no real closure for that relationship so why is she keeping him at arms length? And also, its like the big bad was trying to find her fast in the first book but in this one he seems to be on her watch, which doesn’t make sense to me. There is no rush and I would think by the third book there would be more progression towards the ultimate climax.
I’m gonna take a break from reading from reading more in this series for a while.
It was good but it slowed down with the character development and the plot is a bit shaky. In fact, we don’t really get any progress furthering the plot. Instead, its a lot of hiding and visiting with the dragon’s village and that brings a side plot story which I found lazy and tired. Arlow is trying to come to terms with being the mate of all the dragons while simultaneously dealing with her tranformed hellhound being her old bae.
I don’t understand why she couldn’t rekindle things with her hellhound. We get no real closure for that relationship so why is she keeping him at arms length? And also, its like the big bad was trying to find her fast in the first book but in this one he seems to be on her watch, which doesn’t make sense to me. There is no rush and I would think by the third book there would be more progression towards the ultimate climax.
I’m gonna take a break from reading from reading more in this series for a while.
April 29, 2019
Wow!
Well that was a rush of WTF just happened. After the last book I thought I had an idea what was going on but that just doesn't seem to be the case now. Hopefully the 4th book clears some things up for me! After every book I read I am falling more in love with these amazing guys! I can't wait to see more with Kain and Sinister!
Well that was a rush of WTF just happened. After the last book I thought I had an idea what was going on but that just doesn't seem to be the case now. Hopefully the 4th book clears some things up for me! After every book I read I am falling more in love with these amazing guys! I can't wait to see more with Kain and Sinister!
September 4, 2020
The honeymoon is over for me and this series. This book was a little ridiculous being set in Kain and Chaos’ hometown. There’s this tension built up between Kain’s mom and Arlow that amounts to nothing in the end. Then a “traveling” mage shows up but only appears to Arlow without Arlow even asking herself wtf the mage is really doing there?? It’s like all of a sudden Arlow’s brain shuts down and she’s too cockstruck to question anything. And then there’s Arlow’s constant teasing of Sinister. It’s like, dude, come on just figure it out and stop leading him on! Don’t get me started as to why Brylee would be present for the bonding ceremony or whatever that was??? I mean, she was nothing but vile to Arlow so why have her ruin such an important thing , why would the guys do that? It’s silly. I rate this 3.5.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 10, 2019
*I received a free copy of this book which I voluntarily chose to write an honest review for.
Arlow is way out of her depth in this newest installment to this great RH series. She is in the guy's home town surrounding by all the things they know as well as their families. This makes Low uncomfortable since she want their parents to like and she wants to be accepted how she is. It looks like things will go pretty smooth for a little bit but then some surprises pop up that change the course of the rest book leading us all the way to the end which leaves you wanting more. Great writing describing a wonderful world full of characters that we can relate to on so many levels. I really liked it so I give it 4/5 stars.
Arlow is way out of her depth in this newest installment to this great RH series. She is in the guy's home town surrounding by all the things they know as well as their families. This makes Low uncomfortable since she want their parents to like and she wants to be accepted how she is. It looks like things will go pretty smooth for a little bit but then some surprises pop up that change the course of the rest book leading us all the way to the end which leaves you wanting more. Great writing describing a wonderful world full of characters that we can relate to on so many levels. I really liked it so I give it 4/5 stars.
January 9, 2019
My only complaint is that it wasn’t longer!
Wait I lied...
There also wasn’t enough sex ;)
Wait I lied...
There also wasn’t enough sex ;)
January 10, 2019
This book was dull but I continue to enjoy the characters & world.
May 30, 2024
This book felt like a new journey title. Low and the guys are working out what this new relationship is and now the potential MILs are around! It starts off more finding her feet in the world now she doesn't have to run. Even Aggie is having fun!
But of course there is no rest and there is more out there to deal with...including Kane and Chaos ex. There is also no stop to the smex smut happy bumping beautiful uglies. It was good smut, but still something is missing and it's still falling a little flat. Although the MM action was hot! but still confusing, I have read other books with MMF in them and felt the MM connection more than in this book....then again their affection is new to them, they kissed for the first time in book 1, that was like 8 days ago in book world!
Again I laughed a lot at a lot of things in this book. Just full of moments when you can't help and go on no and laugh at their antics, or Aggies cut to the point words.
Something big is coming and I am all up to finding out what in the next book
3.8 stars
But of course there is no rest and there is more out there to deal with...including Kane and Chaos ex. There is also no stop to the smex smut happy bumping beautiful uglies. It was good smut, but still something is missing and it's still falling a little flat. Although the MM action was hot! but still confusing, I have read other books with MMF in them and felt the MM connection more than in this book....then again their affection is new to them, they kissed for the first time in book 1, that was like 8 days ago in book world!
Again I laughed a lot at a lot of things in this book. Just full of moments when you can't help and go on no and laugh at their antics, or Aggies cut to the point words.
Something big is coming and I am all up to finding out what in the next book
3.8 stars
January 8, 2019
I "lovk" this book, wow what an ending! I really adore these characters; they're complicated, realistic, and relatable! I loved seeing Rime and Chaos develop their relationship, as well as Rime softening up! I had hoped to see more of Sinister in this book, for their issues to get worked out and the tension there to lessen,; he's honestly my favorite! I can't wait for the next book!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 8, 2024
Sinister is probably my fave
September 10, 2024
I enjoyed the plot on this one more than the books in the beginning.
June 28, 2025
Rating based on spice
February 24, 2025
genuinely the last like 30 pages had me nonstop going 😟🫢😟🫢
February 14, 2020
Too much change
After a misunderstanding with the town's people Arlow is on the run again. On the search for place that will accept her for what she is. But in the heat of disaster she takes her men with her. To keep them safe and together. But has her decision to keep the men she promised her heart to by her side been too much of a rash decision? Or can she truly keep them safe?
After a misunderstanding with the town's people Arlow is on the run again. On the search for place that will accept her for what she is. But in the heat of disaster she takes her men with her. To keep them safe and together. But has her decision to keep the men she promised her heart to by her side been too much of a rash decision? Or can she truly keep them safe?
April 14, 2019
Read with Kindle Unlimited.
Generously giving this 2 & 1/2 stars rounded up.
This book moved so slow with nothing happening, then suddenly something exciting happens in the last few chapters & then it's over, with a mild cliff-hanger ending. I have to say, this did not hold my attention, I put it down to watch a movie on Netflix instead of reading (which is unheard of for me). I considered quitting around the 75% point, but decided to plow thru to finish it. This really didn't have much for a plot, just a lot of insecurity by Arlow, & that got old in a hurry. I still haven't gotten to warm up to Arlow. Some of the dragons are endearing at times, and Sinister is endearing. But I feel like Arlow is stringing some of them along in the relationship. I especially feel bad for Sinister. I just don't feel the desire to continue on with the series, this one has left me uninterested in what happens next.
Generously giving this 2 & 1/2 stars rounded up.
This book moved so slow with nothing happening, then suddenly something exciting happens in the last few chapters & then it's over, with a mild cliff-hanger ending. I have to say, this did not hold my attention, I put it down to watch a movie on Netflix instead of reading (which is unheard of for me). I considered quitting around the 75% point, but decided to plow thru to finish it. This really didn't have much for a plot, just a lot of insecurity by Arlow, & that got old in a hurry. I still haven't gotten to warm up to Arlow. Some of the dragons are endearing at times, and Sinister is endearing. But I feel like Arlow is stringing some of them along in the relationship. I especially feel bad for Sinister. I just don't feel the desire to continue on with the series, this one has left me uninterested in what happens next.
January 10, 2019
So good
I really love this series. I love that Arlow has a heart of gold and loves her shifters despite being in hiding all her life and initially coming off as selfish and self serving. Like most she just wants to be loved and belong; something she thinks she is going to get in the dragon village, until the dragons’ past comes back to haunt them and a dark and mysterious presence comes in the village. Arlow does what she feels she has to, no matter the cost, in order to protect those she loves. Magic, mayhem and scorching bedroom (or basement) scenes. Includes multiples and M/M.
I really love this series. I love that Arlow has a heart of gold and loves her shifters despite being in hiding all her life and initially coming off as selfish and self serving. Like most she just wants to be loved and belong; something she thinks she is going to get in the dragon village, until the dragons’ past comes back to haunt them and a dark and mysterious presence comes in the village. Arlow does what she feels she has to, no matter the cost, in order to protect those she loves. Magic, mayhem and scorching bedroom (or basement) scenes. Includes multiples and M/M.
October 13, 2021
Not bad, although a part of this book felt a bit like a filler.
The h is beginning to be a bit annoying, as expected, but it's not as bad as it could have been. She knows and admits her flaws, so eh, I can get over it all.
The H are still awesome (nothing unexpected here).
The plot only gets interesting at the end of the book, but it was nice to see the 5 in a normal situation.
All in all, it's getting a bit boring, but there's only 1 book left, so on we go!
The h is beginning to be a bit annoying, as expected, but it's not as bad as it could have been. She knows and admits her flaws, so eh, I can get over it all.
The H are still awesome (nothing unexpected here).
The plot only gets interesting at the end of the book, but it was nice to see the 5 in a normal situation.
All in all, it's getting a bit boring, but there's only 1 book left, so on we go!
October 13, 2019
Almost HEA
Arlow finally has found a family. I enjoyed seeing the five of them get closer and learn how to live together in Chaos and Kain's hometown. Each had their own breakthroughs and I think everything would have been fine except Elisse showed up. She is obviously insane and no doubt Kreedence was talking about her before he died. Its crazy how bespelled Arlow is around her.
Arlow finally has found a family. I enjoyed seeing the five of them get closer and learn how to live together in Chaos and Kain's hometown. Each had their own breakthroughs and I think everything would have been fine except Elisse showed up. She is obviously insane and no doubt Kreedence was talking about her before he died. Its crazy how bespelled Arlow is around her.
January 9, 2019
Great series
This is a fantastic RH series. I absolutely love the characters and it has a good plot. This book was a lot shorter than the others. I would have preferred for it to be longer.
This is a fantastic RH series. I absolutely love the characters and it has a good plot. This book was a lot shorter than the others. I would have preferred for it to be longer.
January 14, 2019
Loved it
This series is just awesome. Arlow and the boys complete each other. Hope for Arlow and Sinister relationship to match the bond she has with dragons. What's better is that there's not a lot of wait time for the next book.
This series is just awesome. Arlow and the boys complete each other. Hope for Arlow and Sinister relationship to match the bond she has with dragons. What's better is that there's not a lot of wait time for the next book.
February 12, 2019
Good!
I really am enjoying the interactions between all the main characters. The author definitely knows how to keep you wanting more. I cannot wait to read Sustaining at the end of February when it comes out!
I really am enjoying the interactions between all the main characters. The author definitely knows how to keep you wanting more. I cannot wait to read Sustaining at the end of February when it comes out!
February 19, 2019
The story continues!
I stumbled upon this series and Sind respect to like it SO much! I’ve binged these books over the past couple days. Can’t wait to see if some of the suggested things happen.... yum!
I stumbled upon this series and Sind respect to like it SO much! I’ve binged these books over the past couple days. Can’t wait to see if some of the suggested things happen.... yum!
May 3, 2019
Action, adventure and a journey
I am so glad I started this series bc I cannot put it down! I have read at least one a day bc they is so much action, adventure and a journey of five ppl brought together by all of their broken pieces!
I am so glad I started this series bc I cannot put it down! I have read at least one a day bc they is so much action, adventure and a journey of five ppl brought together by all of their broken pieces!
October 23, 2019
Keep them coming
Amazing as always. I knew as soon as this mysterious woman was talked about, that I knew who it would be. Now I just need to know what she wants lol I'm still stuck in this series happily flying through ituntil I read that final page lol
Amazing as always. I knew as soon as this mysterious woman was talked about, that I knew who it would be. Now I just need to know what she wants lol I'm still stuck in this series happily flying through ituntil I read that final page lol
October 24, 2019
It keeps getting better
I’m newest this series just keeps getting better. Normally by book 3 in a series I am done and over the story, plot, characters. This series however has been able to keep me focused and loving every book a little more than the last!
I’m newest this series just keeps getting better. Normally by book 3 in a series I am done and over the story, plot, characters. This series however has been able to keep me focused and loving every book a little more than the last!
January 13, 2019
Arlow is trying so hard to fit in and it isn't working. I am so worried about Chaos though. The beginning of this book was very slow and it took a while to get to a exciting part.
January 12, 2019
Great
Can't wait to read next book. Hope you all enjoy reading them as much as I have x x x
Can't wait to read next book. Hope you all enjoy reading them as much as I have x x x
January 22, 2019
Loving this series
It turns out that Arlow's biggest enemy is herself! Can she overcome her insecurities to find normalcy? Or is she doomed to flee forever?
It turns out that Arlow's biggest enemy is herself! Can she overcome her insecurities to find normalcy? Or is she doomed to flee forever?
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