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Drawn to You
JACK
My life ended when I was sixteen. Not literally - I’m no ghost, I just feel like one. Byproduct of losing your pack to a plague that skips you by like you’re not worth the effort. Chose all the good ones and you’re what was left behind. Survivor’s guilt, people call it. I just call it like I see it.
I do a decent job of going through the motions. I’ve got a good reputation as an alpha, and everyone loves to joke about the only vegan alpha in North America. Some days even I’m convinced that this is it. As good as it gets.
Then Dylan Kapernit walks into my shop and blows that theory to hell.
Its like everything was gray and now there’s technicolor. He pops, no matter what corner he tries to hide in. Like my eye can’t help but be drawn to him, just to make sure he’s alright.
There’s something about this widowed father that brings my protective alpha instincts surging to the surface. In ways I’ve forgotten how to handle.
So of course my efforts to make things better only make it all worse. Put Dylan, his whole family in danger. For a second, I forgot about the curse of being me.
But I won’t forget again. And I’ll do whatever it takes to make it right.
To make sure nothing ever threatens the man I love again. Even once I’m gone…
DYLAN
After my mate died, I was sure I would never love again. But I’ve got a track record of being wrong about everything.
I thought Micah and I would grow old together. That one stupid mistake couldn’t destroy my whole world. That I could be enough for my daughter, that I could make up for my past sins. I thought I was doing okay.
I don’t know what I believe in anymore, but I know its not myself. Which is why I can’t tell if Jack Hickam is my redemption or my punishment.
One moment he’s everything I thought I’d never have again, and the next he’s my new greatest mistake, bringing unimaginable danger to my door. My daughter’s door.
Only now it seems I was wrong again, that I turned my back on the one man who just wanted to have it. I don’t know if I’m too late to fix things. I always have been before.
All I know is I still have to try.
This 50,000 word novel about vegan alphas, mpreg, and life after loss comes complete with a HEA no one’s immune to - as long as they’re over eighteen!
My life ended when I was sixteen. Not literally - I’m no ghost, I just feel like one. Byproduct of losing your pack to a plague that skips you by like you’re not worth the effort. Chose all the good ones and you’re what was left behind. Survivor’s guilt, people call it. I just call it like I see it.
I do a decent job of going through the motions. I’ve got a good reputation as an alpha, and everyone loves to joke about the only vegan alpha in North America. Some days even I’m convinced that this is it. As good as it gets.
Then Dylan Kapernit walks into my shop and blows that theory to hell.
Its like everything was gray and now there’s technicolor. He pops, no matter what corner he tries to hide in. Like my eye can’t help but be drawn to him, just to make sure he’s alright.
There’s something about this widowed father that brings my protective alpha instincts surging to the surface. In ways I’ve forgotten how to handle.
So of course my efforts to make things better only make it all worse. Put Dylan, his whole family in danger. For a second, I forgot about the curse of being me.
But I won’t forget again. And I’ll do whatever it takes to make it right.
To make sure nothing ever threatens the man I love again. Even once I’m gone…
DYLAN
After my mate died, I was sure I would never love again. But I’ve got a track record of being wrong about everything.
I thought Micah and I would grow old together. That one stupid mistake couldn’t destroy my whole world. That I could be enough for my daughter, that I could make up for my past sins. I thought I was doing okay.
I don’t know what I believe in anymore, but I know its not myself. Which is why I can’t tell if Jack Hickam is my redemption or my punishment.
One moment he’s everything I thought I’d never have again, and the next he’s my new greatest mistake, bringing unimaginable danger to my door. My daughter’s door.
Only now it seems I was wrong again, that I turned my back on the one man who just wanted to have it. I don’t know if I’m too late to fix things. I always have been before.
All I know is I still have to try.
This 50,000 word novel about vegan alphas, mpreg, and life after loss comes complete with a HEA no one’s immune to - as long as they’re over eighteen!
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January 13, 2019
Drawn to You puts a bit of a spin on the MPreg/Shifter novels with the addition of the omega being a 'single dad'. I like this aspect of the story and it works well with the Alpha falling in love for the first time - it is an interesting dynamic and it's very sweet.
I'm still new to this genre and I'm still figuring it all out, but this is my 2nd Preston Walker novel and I must say I like his style. Not sure yet how the collaboration with Liam Kingsley affects anything, but I'm going to delve right in to another one to find out :). It's a good proportion of sex/action/romance/drama/humor and the pace is just right.
Also contributing to the success of this one for me is the wonderful narrator, Jack Calihan. Calihan's voice is perfect for this genre. Gruff and sexy for the Alpha, melodic and bright for the omega, he even does a good job with the children and female voices. I hope the authors use him again.
an audio copy of Drawn to You was provided to me for the purpose of my honest review
I'm still new to this genre and I'm still figuring it all out, but this is my 2nd Preston Walker novel and I must say I like his style. Not sure yet how the collaboration with Liam Kingsley affects anything, but I'm going to delve right in to another one to find out :). It's a good proportion of sex/action/romance/drama/humor and the pace is just right.
Also contributing to the success of this one for me is the wonderful narrator, Jack Calihan. Calihan's voice is perfect for this genre. Gruff and sexy for the Alpha, melodic and bright for the omega, he even does a good job with the children and female voices. I hope the authors use him again.
an audio copy of Drawn to You was provided to me for the purpose of my honest review
February 19, 2019
I received this audiobook at no-cost from Audiobookworm Promotions. The gifting of this audiobook did not affect my opinion of it.
I have only listened to one other Preston Walker book prior to this so to say I am not an expert would be correct. This book had a lot of drama and a lot of angst within this book. The two main characters are completely opposite. One is straight laced and conservative and the other is all tatted up and quite. One they first meet a lie occurred. It was not the biggest however it was indicative of a major one to happen.
As the story progressed I like the relationship that happened with Jack and Dylan. The only issue that I had was the story seemed a bit rushed in come parts. It felt as though something happened only two days prior but in reality it occurred over months. I do not think the transitions where clear enough for me. The ending could have been cleaned up as well. It just seemed as though after the final big scene in the book everything was peachy keen. There was not a real resolution that occurred.
Jack Calihan is someone who I have never listened to narrate before. I do not know how I feel about his voice. His voice did not distract from the characters and it did not add to it as well. I would have to listen to something else that he has narrated to compare to see it his voice is neutral or if it is soothing.
I have only listened to one other Preston Walker book prior to this so to say I am not an expert would be correct. This book had a lot of drama and a lot of angst within this book. The two main characters are completely opposite. One is straight laced and conservative and the other is all tatted up and quite. One they first meet a lie occurred. It was not the biggest however it was indicative of a major one to happen.
As the story progressed I like the relationship that happened with Jack and Dylan. The only issue that I had was the story seemed a bit rushed in come parts. It felt as though something happened only two days prior but in reality it occurred over months. I do not think the transitions where clear enough for me. The ending could have been cleaned up as well. It just seemed as though after the final big scene in the book everything was peachy keen. There was not a real resolution that occurred.
Jack Calihan is someone who I have never listened to narrate before. I do not know how I feel about his voice. His voice did not distract from the characters and it did not add to it as well. I would have to listen to something else that he has narrated to compare to see it his voice is neutral or if it is soothing.
January 11, 2019
3.5 stars. This could have been easily a 5 star read for me except for one huge glaring thing. Jack put Dylan, his daughter & his entire family in danger. A deadly danger. And I could not forgive him for that at all. When Dylan was telling him about his guilt, missed placed IMO, on the death of his husband & son, Dylan should immediately have told him that he was a possible carrier. Also, why wouldn't you have been checked to see if you were a carrier years ago. All this time you could have been infecting others. I also don't know if Dylan should have forgave him or not. If we take that away, I loved this story of two broken men finding love and a future together. I loved Dylan's big crazy family. He's daughter was too cute for words. I would have liked Oliver & Mark finding their mates but it doesn't appear that this is going to be a series.
Audio ARC provided by LesCourt Services in exchange for an honest review.
Audio ARC provided by LesCourt Services in exchange for an honest review.
August 9, 2019
I enjoyed this MM shifter mpreg romance. Jack and Dylan were characters that both made my heart ache. This book offers up a complex blend intense emotions, drama, steam, humor, sweetness and tender moments. What you start out thinking will be a fairly straightforward romance soon surprises you by taking some interesting turns that move things to a whole different level and you will be left wondering if this couple can survive the all the issues they are facing. I did have a few petty annoyances with the book but nothing that couldn't be let go fairly quickly. I thought the narrator did a wonderful job. He had a very enjoyable voice that was pleasant to listen to and I felt he did an excellent job of differentiating between the characters.
November 6, 2018
Rating: 4 stars
I liked this book more than I expect to going in. I could really sympathize with Dylan and everything he went through and while I could also sympathize with Jack, I couldn’t understand his stance of putting his head in the sand and hope everything turned out okay. Frankly, I didn’t blame Dylan for his reaction. It was a major thing what Jack did and shouldn’t be swept away as no big deal. I thought the twist at the end was a bit too much and a convenient way to get Dylan to forgive Jack. I think I would have liked the story more if they reconciled without it. Beware that the book could have used a good editor.
I liked this book more than I expect to going in. I could really sympathize with Dylan and everything he went through and while I could also sympathize with Jack, I couldn’t understand his stance of putting his head in the sand and hope everything turned out okay. Frankly, I didn’t blame Dylan for his reaction. It was a major thing what Jack did and shouldn’t be swept away as no big deal. I thought the twist at the end was a bit too much and a convenient way to get Dylan to forgive Jack. I think I would have liked the story more if they reconciled without it. Beware that the book could have used a good editor.
October 12, 2018
Drawn to you by Preston Walker.
My life ended when I was sixteen. Not literally - I’m no ghost, I just feel like one. Byproduct of losing your pack to a plague that skips you by like you’re not worth the effort. Chose all the good ones and you’re what was left behind. Survivor’s guilt, people call it. I just call it like I see it.
This was a very good read. I liked the story and the characters. 4*.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
My life ended when I was sixteen. Not literally - I’m no ghost, I just feel like one. Byproduct of losing your pack to a plague that skips you by like you’re not worth the effort. Chose all the good ones and you’re what was left behind. Survivor’s guilt, people call it. I just call it like I see it.
This was a very good read. I liked the story and the characters. 4*.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 8, 2019
Audio book review. I’m not really into M/M stories but the narrator was great
This is a very strong story . First I heard from the authors . The narrator Jack Calihan is a loved voice I can listen to . What happens when Dylan is missing someone special. Dylan Always thinks of his daughter but he knows that being the Dylan can’t be with who he wants to be with. Dylan is hiding something also .
Jack works in a tattoo parlour, he and his mates each have a specialty. Even though Jack isn’t the Alpha everyone treats his as one . You need to get this and see what explosive of feelings happen when Jack and Dylan meet .
Jack performance was great. His voice is smooth and clear. He played all the characters great .
This is a very strong story . First I heard from the authors . The narrator Jack Calihan is a loved voice I can listen to . What happens when Dylan is missing someone special. Dylan Always thinks of his daughter but he knows that being the Dylan can’t be with who he wants to be with. Dylan is hiding something also .
Jack works in a tattoo parlour, he and his mates each have a specialty. Even though Jack isn’t the Alpha everyone treats his as one . You need to get this and see what explosive of feelings happen when Jack and Dylan meet .
Jack performance was great. His voice is smooth and clear. He played all the characters great .
September 27, 2018
Dylan is a single dad, trying to be the best father he can to Josie while owning his own florist. He's got a large pack to help support him, but maybe it's time to start thinking of moving on beyond his deceased husband. When his brother urges him to have his wedding ring tattoo moved to his right hand, Dylan meets tattoo artist Jack, who is everything Dylan isn't. He's an alpha, he's fully covered in tats, he's easygoing and friendly, laid back and HOT.
Dylan has learned that life isn't always perfect, but you have to hold on to what you have when you have it because there are no guarantees. Is what they have enough to hold on to? Is it worth it?
I really did enjoy this book until the end. I gave it 4 stars because it totally held my interest, I loved both MC's and it was a good blend of different personalities, but not so different that there was no common ground. They absolutely fit. I didn't love the end. I won't spoil anything, but I found it to be rash and maybe not really in line with what I thought the characters would do, honestly.
A great read!
Dylan has learned that life isn't always perfect, but you have to hold on to what you have when you have it because there are no guarantees. Is what they have enough to hold on to? Is it worth it?
I really did enjoy this book until the end. I gave it 4 stars because it totally held my interest, I loved both MC's and it was a good blend of different personalities, but not so different that there was no common ground. They absolutely fit. I didn't love the end. I won't spoil anything, but I found it to be rash and maybe not really in line with what I thought the characters would do, honestly.
A great read!
June 8, 2019
DRAWN TO YOU is a stand-alone Mpreg shifter romance about finding life again after unimaginable loss.
Both Dylan and Jack have endured tragic loss, and yet their lives couldn’t be more dissimilar. When chance brings them together, there is no denying the attraction between the two very different artists. I loved that they weren’t coy one another.
Dylan’s family and Jack’s small pack are each amazing in their own ways and I would love to find out more about them all. This could easily be expanded into a series by choosing a direction and putting furry feet to the ground.
I didn’t like that Jack, as an alpha, acted more like an Omega when it came to his health and the health of those around him. Major jerk points to him! Still, I understand the reason for it in relation to creating a story. Sometimes an author must be cruel to produce a work worth reading. Ripping our guts out in order to construct a masterpiece of beauty … or at least cuteness and reward.
This is the first book I have read from either of these authors. I hope it won’t be my last. They provide humor, love, sexy, family, and community in a wonderfully, deep and moving story.
Favorite line: Jack: “For the record, you’re all missing out. I could be bringing you the best hummus in Seattle thirty minutes from now.” “The thing is,” said Mark. “The best hummus in Seattle is still hummus.”
Note: I love hummus, but this had me giggling for a long time. This is exactly how my friends yank on each other and I loved it.
Narration: Jack Calihan has a rich baritone voice with a steady cadence, clarity, and good pronunciation. He is easy to listen to and I would definite pick up another book if he were the reader. It must have been fun for him to be reading a character with his own first name!
There were a couple of production errors – overlaps and drags. These should have been caught and corrected before release. There was also one instance where Adam was called Avery, and I don’t know if that was a written error or a blooper that wasn’t caught.
Note: While I received this book as a gifted audiobook copy via audiobookwormpromotions, my opinions are my own and are given freely.
Title: DRAWN TO YOU
Series: N/A
Category /Genre: LGBT, Mpreg
Recommended for: 18+ due to sexual content
Listenability: NSFW
Received from: Equal Love Publishing (as an Audible gifted copy)
Both Dylan and Jack have endured tragic loss, and yet their lives couldn’t be more dissimilar. When chance brings them together, there is no denying the attraction between the two very different artists. I loved that they weren’t coy one another.
Dylan’s family and Jack’s small pack are each amazing in their own ways and I would love to find out more about them all. This could easily be expanded into a series by choosing a direction and putting furry feet to the ground.
I didn’t like that Jack, as an alpha, acted more like an Omega when it came to his health and the health of those around him. Major jerk points to him! Still, I understand the reason for it in relation to creating a story. Sometimes an author must be cruel to produce a work worth reading. Ripping our guts out in order to construct a masterpiece of beauty … or at least cuteness and reward.
This is the first book I have read from either of these authors. I hope it won’t be my last. They provide humor, love, sexy, family, and community in a wonderfully, deep and moving story.
Favorite line: Jack: “For the record, you’re all missing out. I could be bringing you the best hummus in Seattle thirty minutes from now.” “The thing is,” said Mark. “The best hummus in Seattle is still hummus.”
Note: I love hummus, but this had me giggling for a long time. This is exactly how my friends yank on each other and I loved it.
Narration: Jack Calihan has a rich baritone voice with a steady cadence, clarity, and good pronunciation. He is easy to listen to and I would definite pick up another book if he were the reader. It must have been fun for him to be reading a character with his own first name!
There were a couple of production errors – overlaps and drags. These should have been caught and corrected before release. There was also one instance where Adam was called Avery, and I don’t know if that was a written error or a blooper that wasn’t caught.
Note: While I received this book as a gifted audiobook copy via audiobookwormpromotions, my opinions are my own and are given freely.
Title: DRAWN TO YOU
Series: N/A
Category /Genre: LGBT, Mpreg
Recommended for: 18+ due to sexual content
Listenability: NSFW
Received from: Equal Love Publishing (as an Audible gifted copy)
December 13, 2018
The light of his life was his daughter Josie, but Dylan's heart still hurt from the mate he'd lost. His empty bed is a constant reminder of the arms that held him tightly each night. His daughter often included her deceased father in the pictures she drew. Pictures he often framed and placed in pride of place, despite how painful they made him feel looking at them - he knew it was his daughter's way of handling her own grief.
Jack was the owner of the Tattoo parlor, SEA TAC TAT. His shared it with his fellow pack members. They each had a specialty the complimented the other two's work. They insisted he was their Alpha though he didn't always feel worthy of the title, he tried to do what was best for his men. In the Tattoo parlor they enjoy days of companionship & laughter. And though Jack was lonely for Omega company, the others constantly teased him about not going out to find one it, almost as much as for being a Vegan Wolf.
When Dylan and Jack meet, something completely unexpected and wondrous happens. The instantaneous attraction is strong & mutual, despite each having his own reasons for not starting something that could lead to a serious relationship. But they are experiencing happy moments for the first time in years. Too bad each is keeping a secret. One so big it had the chance to destroy all that he has so precariously built.
Honesty is the best policy, but if it's going to keep you from experiencing the wonder of falling in love - how do you find the best time to reveal you're lying by omission? Can you forgive someone who put not just you, but all that you hold dear in jeopardy? But the heart wants what the heart wants. And babies have a way of putting many things into perspective.
I enjoyed this book and I know I will be rereading it again. It had just the right amount of angst, tension, anguish, grief, family love, and deciding on love.
Jack was the owner of the Tattoo parlor, SEA TAC TAT. His shared it with his fellow pack members. They each had a specialty the complimented the other two's work. They insisted he was their Alpha though he didn't always feel worthy of the title, he tried to do what was best for his men. In the Tattoo parlor they enjoy days of companionship & laughter. And though Jack was lonely for Omega company, the others constantly teased him about not going out to find one it, almost as much as for being a Vegan Wolf.
When Dylan and Jack meet, something completely unexpected and wondrous happens. The instantaneous attraction is strong & mutual, despite each having his own reasons for not starting something that could lead to a serious relationship. But they are experiencing happy moments for the first time in years. Too bad each is keeping a secret. One so big it had the chance to destroy all that he has so precariously built.
Honesty is the best policy, but if it's going to keep you from experiencing the wonder of falling in love - how do you find the best time to reveal you're lying by omission? Can you forgive someone who put not just you, but all that you hold dear in jeopardy? But the heart wants what the heart wants. And babies have a way of putting many things into perspective.
I enjoyed this book and I know I will be rereading it again. It had just the right amount of angst, tension, anguish, grief, family love, and deciding on love.
January 22, 2019
Strong Narrator, decent story (an audio review)
I read an Mpreg several years ago and wasn’t very impressed. The quality of the writing and the general premise weren’t that good. Several reviewers and readers whom I respect suggested I try again, so I did with this audiobook.
The premise for this book had far more going for it. A man with a broken heart who feels responsible for the death of his husband and mate. Another man who lost his entire family at a young age and has only a few left and they’ve bonded together, opening a tattoo shop. The reason for Dylan, the widower coming into the tattoo shop is sweet and sad, his reaction to Jack is cute. Dylan has a single daughter and belongs to a massive pack. Because of the death of his mate, his bond to them is very strong.
Jack has a big secret he’s hiding from Dylan and although it makes for a good story, it was a bit over-the-top. It was something that wound up being super simple to resolve but he put it off for most of the book. When he does finally act – which I wholly approved of – things went into the realm of even more over-the-top. I don’t want to go into details to ruin the surprise but be prepared to possibly question the realism even more than having wolf shifters.
The reason for the Mpreg part of the story also irked. But that is completely on me and my sensibilities. I’m sure many readers will find it sweet. To be clear, the Mpreg is not why I’ve given the book a lower score. It’s the requirement of suspension of disbelief and the irresponsibility of Jack that really niggled at me and it they were crucial points in the book.
The book was well-written, so I have no issues with that. Dylan’s daughter Josie was adorable, if a little mature. The narration was very good in the book. Jack Calihan is a new-to-me narrator and I won’t hesitate to pick up another book narrated by him.
I read an Mpreg several years ago and wasn’t very impressed. The quality of the writing and the general premise weren’t that good. Several reviewers and readers whom I respect suggested I try again, so I did with this audiobook.
The premise for this book had far more going for it. A man with a broken heart who feels responsible for the death of his husband and mate. Another man who lost his entire family at a young age and has only a few left and they’ve bonded together, opening a tattoo shop. The reason for Dylan, the widower coming into the tattoo shop is sweet and sad, his reaction to Jack is cute. Dylan has a single daughter and belongs to a massive pack. Because of the death of his mate, his bond to them is very strong.
Jack has a big secret he’s hiding from Dylan and although it makes for a good story, it was a bit over-the-top. It was something that wound up being super simple to resolve but he put it off for most of the book. When he does finally act – which I wholly approved of – things went into the realm of even more over-the-top. I don’t want to go into details to ruin the surprise but be prepared to possibly question the realism even more than having wolf shifters.
The reason for the Mpreg part of the story also irked. But that is completely on me and my sensibilities. I’m sure many readers will find it sweet. To be clear, the Mpreg is not why I’ve given the book a lower score. It’s the requirement of suspension of disbelief and the irresponsibility of Jack that really niggled at me and it they were crucial points in the book.
The book was well-written, so I have no issues with that. Dylan’s daughter Josie was adorable, if a little mature. The narration was very good in the book. Jack Calihan is a new-to-me narrator and I won’t hesitate to pick up another book narrated by him.
September 30, 2018
Jack Hickam is Alpha of a pack of three. He’s probably the only vegan out there and his pack mates, who are like brothers to him, never miss the opportunity to tease him about it. He owns a tattoo shop and goes through the motions of life. After losing his entire pack to a plague he figures this is as good as life is going to get. Jack has a major case of survivor’s guilt. He feels as if he’s not worth much if a plague wouldn’t even take him. That all changes when Dylan Kapernit comes into his tattoo shop.
After much encouragement from his brother, Dylan decided to go to a tattoo shop to have his wedding tattoo removed from his left hand and moved to his right hand to honor his dead mate, Micah. Dylan never thought he’d be a widower and single father but he’s trying to manage the hand he was dealt. He keeps his grief to himself because he’s trying to be strong for his daughter.
During the tattoo Dylan for emotional and Jack was nothing less than supportive and gentle with Dylan. He gave him comfort when Dylan needed him and there was an immediate connection between them. He sees Jack is interested in him and despite his fear of moving on, he knows Micah would want him to be happy and takes a chance on Jack.
What a great story. I loved the connection between Jack and Dylan. They are exactly what the other needed and those are the best connections. I absolutely found it hysterical that Jack was a vegan. Never heard of a vegan wolf before. So funny how he was teased incessantly by his friends. The emotions were raw in this story and I loved how the lighthearted moments came in at just the right time in the story. Truly enjoyable book.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
After much encouragement from his brother, Dylan decided to go to a tattoo shop to have his wedding tattoo removed from his left hand and moved to his right hand to honor his dead mate, Micah. Dylan never thought he’d be a widower and single father but he’s trying to manage the hand he was dealt. He keeps his grief to himself because he’s trying to be strong for his daughter.
During the tattoo Dylan for emotional and Jack was nothing less than supportive and gentle with Dylan. He gave him comfort when Dylan needed him and there was an immediate connection between them. He sees Jack is interested in him and despite his fear of moving on, he knows Micah would want him to be happy and takes a chance on Jack.
What a great story. I loved the connection between Jack and Dylan. They are exactly what the other needed and those are the best connections. I absolutely found it hysterical that Jack was a vegan. Never heard of a vegan wolf before. So funny how he was teased incessantly by his friends. The emotions were raw in this story and I loved how the lighthearted moments came in at just the right time in the story. Truly enjoyable book.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
September 26, 2018
I love these two authors either together or separate their stories have a deep place in my heart I enjoy them immensely. Dylan is a single omega and father to a 6 year old daughter Josie and he owns a flower shop, he loved going in to work every day to work with the flowers and no matter how he felt the flowers always cheered him up. Jack is a tattoo artist he is also the alpha of his little pack and that’s something that Jack is very proud of, he’s also a vegan and everyone makes fun of him for that but he loves his life being single until this gorgeous omega walks into his shop. Jack own his shop called SeaTac Tat and when this omega came in Jack took him into the parlour but he had to be professional even though it was so hard. Dylan walked into the tattoo shop to get his tattoo on his married finger lasered off and when Jack started Dylan just burst into tears he told Jack that his mate had died so Jack put a new tattoo on his other hand. Dylan’s hormones were starting to go crazy while Jack was holding his hand and he didn’t want to embarrass himself. That’s all I’m going to give you guys but know there is so much more to this story to keep you entertained and turning the pages I loved every bit of this story it’s such an emotional story and I know you will love it just as much as I do. A fantastic story a 5 plus +++++ ⭐️ read and I highly recommend this book it’s definitely well worth the read.
September 27, 2018
Jack and his two pack-mates are the only three survivors of a plague that overtook their pack when he was 16 years old. Jack holds a lot of guilt inside him for still being alive when all of his family is dead. Jack is now a tattoo artist at his own studio that he runs with his remaining pack-mates, which is where Jack meets Dylan, an omega who has lost lost his husband and has come in to commemorate his loss with the changing of his tattooed ring from his left to right hand. Jack and Dylan have an instant connection that leaves them both reeling, Jack because he felt he was not deserving of love - and Dylan because he thought that his one chance of love had already passed and been used up.
The connection that the two of them have with each other is deep and meaningful and full of love and powerful emotions. Their developing relationship is one that lets them heal and get past past hurts and failings. This relationship shows the two of them that second chances are real and that they are deserving of them, and that they are deserving of a true and deep connection with other people.
This book was a great read that shows that everyone is deserving of second chances and an opportunity at love. I truly enjoyed reading this book and am looking forward to reading more books by Preston Walker in the future.
The connection that the two of them have with each other is deep and meaningful and full of love and powerful emotions. Their developing relationship is one that lets them heal and get past past hurts and failings. This relationship shows the two of them that second chances are real and that they are deserving of them, and that they are deserving of a true and deep connection with other people.
This book was a great read that shows that everyone is deserving of second chances and an opportunity at love. I truly enjoyed reading this book and am looking forward to reading more books by Preston Walker in the future.
September 29, 2018
i read this book as part of an arc program. This is the romance between Jack and Dylan. Dylan's husband died and he is now raising their daughter Josie alone. Dylan owns a flower shop and when his brother suggests he get his wedding ring tattoo redone on his other hand, he goes to the tattoo parlor and meets Jack. Jack and Dylan connect over the new tattoo and have an emotional moment. Dylan is an omega and Jack is an alpha. Jack lost his pack when he was younger to a mysterious illness affecting werewolves and there is only him and two others, Oscar and Mark remaining. When Jack is very affected by Dylan's scent, he wishes he could see him again and a week later Dylan enters the shop. Jack asks Dylan out and they have an amazing time, they connect right away and each feels like it could be more. Things go well for the men until Jack learns the illness affecting werewolves is back and he doesn't know if he is a carrier or not and he could infect Dylan's whole pack. Jack gets scared and wants to distance himself, only Dylan has more to tell him. I loved this book. This was such an emotional read. I loved Dylan and Jack together. I thought they needed each other and they both healed each other. I love how Jack connected with Josie. I thought this book was amazing and loved it all. Great one.
January 10, 2019
This is a well written story dealing with past loss and learning to live again despite it. Dylan is a strong Omega who has lost his mate but still has his beautiful little girl Josie to take care and a business to run. I loved that he was shown to be able to take care of himself and not actually need a new Alpha in his life, rather he makes his own choice to want a new Alpha in his life and takes the steps needed to make that happen. Jack has his own past hurts he is dealing with but I was very disappointed in his actions, or should I say his lack of, when they first get together since he could have avoided the biggest problem in the book....that being said I can also see his viewpoint and why he was fearful and torn on what to do. These two authors do an excellent job each time they write together and this was no exception. As with any book that has angst in it I can always see from the outside how things could have been done differently but we all know that when you are personally in a situation it is completely different than looking from the outside in. The narrator did a great job with this book but did an amazing job with Jack's voice, I absolutely loved it when it was Jack's turn to talk. It was easy to differentiate between all of the characters which is very important in an audible book.
August 20, 2019
I received this as a free Audiobook. I didn't read a description before I started listening. Suffice it to say, I was completely unaware it was a shifter book with two males - one alpha and one omega, and it was a mpreg book.
I had never read a mpreg book before, so I was surprised when Dylan wasn't feeling well. I thought it was the wolf flu. Lol.
The story had a little too much angst for me. Both Jack and Dylan seemed sad and lonely. Even when they got together, that sense of sadness permeated throughout the book. I was glad they found each other, but I didn't pick up on any real chemistry or connection. I wanted to feel something about Jack and Dylan, but I didn't, just a neutral feeling.
The narration was ok. I have listened to Jack Calihan narrate before and he brought a lot to the story. A couple of times, I wasn't sure if it was Dylan talking or one of the guys in the shop. Jack had a very distinctive voice, but it didn't sound any different whether he was angry, sad, frustrated, happy, etc. The situation in this book seemed so dire. I am honestly not sure whether it was the writing, the narration, or a bit of both.
Josie, Dylan's daughter was the bright spot in the book. She just couldn't shine a big enough light to brighten this book.
I voluntarily listened to and reviewed this audio book.
I had never read a mpreg book before, so I was surprised when Dylan wasn't feeling well. I thought it was the wolf flu. Lol.
The story had a little too much angst for me. Both Jack and Dylan seemed sad and lonely. Even when they got together, that sense of sadness permeated throughout the book. I was glad they found each other, but I didn't pick up on any real chemistry or connection. I wanted to feel something about Jack and Dylan, but I didn't, just a neutral feeling.
The narration was ok. I have listened to Jack Calihan narrate before and he brought a lot to the story. A couple of times, I wasn't sure if it was Dylan talking or one of the guys in the shop. Jack had a very distinctive voice, but it didn't sound any different whether he was angry, sad, frustrated, happy, etc. The situation in this book seemed so dire. I am honestly not sure whether it was the writing, the narration, or a bit of both.
Josie, Dylan's daughter was the bright spot in the book. She just couldn't shine a big enough light to brighten this book.
I voluntarily listened to and reviewed this audio book.
June 26, 2019
alpha omega chemistry loss love baby
Overall 4 out of 5 stars
Performance 4 out of 5 stars
Story 4 out of 5 stars
I immediately loved Dylan. He was a kind, loving, strong, single-father with at grieving heart, loving family, and an intensity he didn't even know he possessed. At least that was until he needed it.
Jack well let me see. What did I like most about him beside the sacrifice he was willing to make. He was guarded in a since and he was vegan. That was one of the stranger things about him. He was conscious but not typical. He was strong, but not overpowering. He was himself.
I did enjoy this short step in to the world of mm romance and alpha and omega's.
Jack Calihan did a good job providing the contrast of two strong male in their own right and allowing you to visually see the difference like a movie in your head. The audio was clear, clean, and the quality was good.
I received this audiobook as part of my participation in a blog tour with Audiobookworm Promotions. The tour is being sponsored by Audiobookworm Promotions on behalf of various authors, narrators, and publishers. The gifting of this audiobook did not affect my opinion of it.
Overall 4 out of 5 stars
Performance 4 out of 5 stars
Story 4 out of 5 stars
I immediately loved Dylan. He was a kind, loving, strong, single-father with at grieving heart, loving family, and an intensity he didn't even know he possessed. At least that was until he needed it.
Jack well let me see. What did I like most about him beside the sacrifice he was willing to make. He was guarded in a since and he was vegan. That was one of the stranger things about him. He was conscious but not typical. He was strong, but not overpowering. He was himself.
I did enjoy this short step in to the world of mm romance and alpha and omega's.
Jack Calihan did a good job providing the contrast of two strong male in their own right and allowing you to visually see the difference like a movie in your head. The audio was clear, clean, and the quality was good.
I received this audiobook as part of my participation in a blog tour with Audiobookworm Promotions. The tour is being sponsored by Audiobookworm Promotions on behalf of various authors, narrators, and publishers. The gifting of this audiobook did not affect my opinion of it.
September 29, 2018
Dylan is a widower and an omega whose husband had died a few years back. He lives with his daughter and runs a flower shop. Jack is an alpha who owns a tattoo shop with the two remaining wolves in his old pack. He;s been in this city for 18 years since his old pack died from an unknown virus. Now there is a virus that;s been reported that is decimating wolf packs. Then one evening Jack meets Dylan who;s come into his shop to have a tattoo removed from his left ring finger to his right ring finger. Jack is intrigued by Dylan's smell. While Dylan is drawn to Jack. Dylan goes back to the tattoo shop and Jack asks him out. They are drawn to each other and a relationship is entered into. Jack learns of Dylan;s daughter and has second thoughts because of the virus. He doesn;t know if anyone can get it just coming into contact with him. Life choices are hard but will love prevail.
Beautiful beautiful story about a widower looking to move forward and an alpha trying to figure out his life and who to love.
Fantastic story and read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Beautiful beautiful story about a widower looking to move forward and an alpha trying to figure out his life and who to love.
Fantastic story and read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 26, 2018
Where to begin? This book captured my attention from the first page, and it was hard to stop reading. So much pain and sorrow for both Dylan and Jack, it is hard to not feel what their lives are and what they have been through. I guess great writing does that. It is time for Dylan to move on, only he is not sure how. Taking his brother's suggestion he goes to get his tattoo removed from his ring finger and put a new one on his right hand to remember. How can he forget? Dylan meets Jack, a tattoo artist and an alpha to Dylan's omega. The tattoo is done but both of them know there is something there. They are both so different yet they know the connection is there. Jack's secret may destroy it all, but he can hardly deal with it himself, how can he tell Dylan? It might be to late if he has already put Dylan and his family in danger. Loved this book and what a great HEA. Love and forgiveness and a life together.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 27, 2018
Not all heroes wear capes - sometimes they wear ink!
So many tears were cried reading this book
I think I've become an emotional wreck!
But I loved every single second of it!
The way that Jack has bottled up all his survivors guilt, all his despair and all his heartache for so many years had me in tears. But what broke my heart was the way that he couldn't get Dylan to see just how much turmoil he was in and how much despair he felt when Dylan lashed out in his fear - that's what broke my heart.
What melted me into a big pile of marshmallow goo was Jolie - that little girl is adorable and she had this big tattooed alpha wrapped around her little finger - I can see them sitting down to have a teddy bears tea party and Jack wearing a tiara and drinking a proper cup of tea with his pinkie extended! That's how much she has him under her delicate paw!!!
The love felt in this book was amazing to read and it touched me so much. A beautifully written story about second second chances and the mistakes we make that can shatter our worlds
So many tears were cried reading this book
I think I've become an emotional wreck!
But I loved every single second of it!
The way that Jack has bottled up all his survivors guilt, all his despair and all his heartache for so many years had me in tears. But what broke my heart was the way that he couldn't get Dylan to see just how much turmoil he was in and how much despair he felt when Dylan lashed out in his fear - that's what broke my heart.
What melted me into a big pile of marshmallow goo was Jolie - that little girl is adorable and she had this big tattooed alpha wrapped around her little finger - I can see them sitting down to have a teddy bears tea party and Jack wearing a tiara and drinking a proper cup of tea with his pinkie extended! That's how much she has him under her delicate paw!!!
The love felt in this book was amazing to read and it touched me so much. A beautifully written story about second second chances and the mistakes we make that can shatter our worlds
October 1, 2018
This is the first time that I have read these two authors and this joint effort was poignant and beautiful to me. Life isn't always easy and the path to true love may take a few hard knocks as Dylan and Jack learn first hand. Finding words to describe how this book made me feel is hard, I don't read mpregs or m/m love stories often because I am always uncomfortable with explicit descriptions but I didn't find that here as there was just enough to convey the act while guiding the imagination so that was another plus for me.
Overall I thought this was a beautiful story of two men finding one another when they need that connection most. Fate brought them together but accepting and trusting one another brought them a deep abiding love. So for all you mpreg fans out there this is a keeper and today is payday so I will try and buy it for my library.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Overall I thought this was a beautiful story of two men finding one another when they need that connection most. Fate brought them together but accepting and trusting one another brought them a deep abiding love. So for all you mpreg fans out there this is a keeper and today is payday so I will try and buy it for my library.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 27, 2018
Dylan and Jack are an unusual second chance romance
both wolf shifters have lost family, both hesitant to move on
Dylan blames himself for leaving on the dryer that caused the fire that killed his husband and 2 year old.
Jack blames himself for surviving the deadly disease that killed most of his pack.
too bad he did not tell Dylan how they died. too bad he never got tested to know he did not carry the gene.
Dylan then got a few very unhappy surprises. oops - pregnant with very new date / mate. oops risk to daughter and family. oops, Jack is willing to risk his own life to help make a cure - not mentioning this to your pregnant mate, definite oops.
emotion filled romance that needs love and faith to survive and thrive
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
both wolf shifters have lost family, both hesitant to move on
Dylan blames himself for leaving on the dryer that caused the fire that killed his husband and 2 year old.
Jack blames himself for surviving the deadly disease that killed most of his pack.
too bad he did not tell Dylan how they died. too bad he never got tested to know he did not carry the gene.
Dylan then got a few very unhappy surprises. oops - pregnant with very new date / mate. oops risk to daughter and family. oops, Jack is willing to risk his own life to help make a cure - not mentioning this to your pregnant mate, definite oops.
emotion filled romance that needs love and faith to survive and thrive
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 26, 2018
Drawn to You by Preston Walker and Liam Kingsley is a story filled with passion, regrets and family. Both Jack and Dylan have lost loved ones in the past, both feeling guilty and to blame for those losses. This is the story of a widowed omega dad Dylan (father of Josie) and an Alpha (Jack) who has lost all but two members of his old pack. You see them meet, fall in love, face new obstacles and fight through it all for a HEA. In addition, the secondary characters of Jack’s pack (Oscar and Mark) and the extended family of Dylan’s add depth to their story.
I don’t’ know if this will turn into a series but I would love to read stories about Oscar and Mark finding love.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I don’t’ know if this will turn into a series but I would love to read stories about Oscar and Mark finding love.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 27, 2018
Omega Dylan lost his husband two years ago but when he meet Alpha Jack his feelings awaken.
Dylan is struggling to overcome his grief when his brother suggest moving the wedding ring tattoo to the other hand and having the original taken off with laser. He agree to the idea and this is how he meets tattoo artist Jack. While working on the rings the two have a relaxed conversation and feel some what drawn to each other. It is not until Dylan goes back to get the new tattoo checked that Jack asks him out on a date. As they find out more about each other their relationship has its ups and downs. A MM MPreg romance to relax and enjoy.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Dylan is struggling to overcome his grief when his brother suggest moving the wedding ring tattoo to the other hand and having the original taken off with laser. He agree to the idea and this is how he meets tattoo artist Jack. While working on the rings the two have a relaxed conversation and feel some what drawn to each other. It is not until Dylan goes back to get the new tattoo checked that Jack asks him out on a date. As they find out more about each other their relationship has its ups and downs. A MM MPreg romance to relax and enjoy.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 6, 2018
Drawn to you is a great weekend read.
Jack is a tattooed hunk of an alpha with a sad past that keeps him from looking for a man to make his own. Dylan is a widower with a six year old little girl and a flower shop to run, he doesn't have the time nor the energy to date, let alone look for love. Fate has other plans for these two though. Dylan ends up in Jack's tattoo parlor looking to get a tattoo removed but he finds himself attracted to the good looking alpha instead. Jack can't quit thinking about the sad omega with the wedding band tattoo but his past keeps him from persuing him. Both men felt a connection, but neither will act on it. Can Fate work it's magic and get them together, or will their past's keep them apart forever?
Jack is a tattooed hunk of an alpha with a sad past that keeps him from looking for a man to make his own. Dylan is a widower with a six year old little girl and a flower shop to run, he doesn't have the time nor the energy to date, let alone look for love. Fate has other plans for these two though. Dylan ends up in Jack's tattoo parlor looking to get a tattoo removed but he finds himself attracted to the good looking alpha instead. Jack can't quit thinking about the sad omega with the wedding band tattoo but his past keeps him from persuing him. Both men felt a connection, but neither will act on it. Can Fate work it's magic and get them together, or will their past's keep them apart forever?
June 13, 2019
The narration by Jack Calihan was so well done. He has a deep clear voice that is a dream to listen to.
Note: it is a M/M, Make Pregnancy, Paranormal-Shifter book.
This was my first book by Preston Walker & Liam Kingsley. I have read two MPreg books in the past and did not really enjoy them as there was a lack of actual storyline and It felt like there was a rush to meet the criteria for the genre instead of pacing the story. The same can not be said for Drawn to you. This book had a lot of drama and angst. I definitely pulled me in from the beginning. Without spoiling the ending I feel like it all worked out a bit too conveniently for my liking which was the only big complaint I have about the story.
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Note: it is a M/M, Make Pregnancy, Paranormal-Shifter book.
This was my first book by Preston Walker & Liam Kingsley. I have read two MPreg books in the past and did not really enjoy them as there was a lack of actual storyline and It felt like there was a rush to meet the criteria for the genre instead of pacing the story. The same can not be said for Drawn to you. This book had a lot of drama and angst. I definitely pulled me in from the beginning. Without spoiling the ending I feel like it all worked out a bit too conveniently for my liking which was the only big complaint I have about the story.
#AudiobookObsession
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June 17, 2019
This was a decent book. Jack and Dylan are completely opposite. I liked the progression of their relationship. Jack has a secret that really could have been dealt with much sooner if he didn't keep putting it off .
One of my biggest issues is I wasn't clear on the passage of time, i'd feel like something occurred within days but it was actually months. This was my first mpreg book and i'm still not quite sure how I feel about that.
Jack Calihan's narration was good. The characters didn't fully come to life for me but i liked his delivery.
One of my biggest issues is I wasn't clear on the passage of time, i'd feel like something occurred within days but it was actually months. This was my first mpreg book and i'm still not quite sure how I feel about that.
Jack Calihan's narration was good. The characters didn't fully come to life for me but i liked his delivery.
September 26, 2018
Dylan and Jack, each fighting personal loneliness and a great sense of loss, meet and start to form a relationship that ends in their being mated, but along the way there are a lot of issues they have to overcome and forgive. Dylan, the omega and Jack, the alpha form a family bond with Josie, Dylan’s daughter, and Caleb the young pup born of their union, which is something neither of them thought they would ever have. The last chapter, by Jack is one of the most touching and heart felt parts of the book. It sums up so much of the book in that one great chapter. I would recommend this book as a great read.
September 27, 2018
Dylan a widower decides to have his wedding ring tattoo redone on his right hand and removed from his left. It'seems been 2 years and he and his daughter need to start moving on.
Jack a tattoo shop owner,alpha of his pack of 3 needs to move beyond his devistation of losing their whole pack when he was 18. It has been years and still he is stuck.
He does Dylan tattoo and removal, they Shar and feel something. Can they move on from their loses.
Join them as they try to recover and move on in life. Has twists and turns you will laugh and cry with them.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Jack a tattoo shop owner,alpha of his pack of 3 needs to move beyond his devistation of losing their whole pack when he was 18. It has been years and still he is stuck.
He does Dylan tattoo and removal, they Shar and feel something. Can they move on from their loses.
Join them as they try to recover and move on in life. Has twists and turns you will laugh and cry with them.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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