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Vaughn

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He’s on a mission that could destroy his family, but he has to learn the truth. Only his mate is willing to stand by his side.

Vaughn: I won’t rest until I find out the truth.
No matter what––even if it disgraces my father.


Rumors are floating around that my father a decorated captain abandoned his crew on the cruel planet Sutois to save his own skin.

I can’t believe it’s true. He isn’t a selfish coward. Or is he?

But I have another problem. Our women are dying on Aria and we don’t know why.

An Earth woman may have the cure, but she won’t hand it over.

I don’t like kidnapping, but she leaves me no choice.

And she’s my mate.

Sandra Rotella: Everyone thinks I’m a failure. I’m here to prove them wrong.

My mom and stepfather are respected scientists and so far, none of my experiments have worked.

But one.

This is my chance to prove I’m as good as my parents.

An alien is desperate for the formula, desperate enough to kidnap me.

And he tells me we’re fated to be together.

That isn’t logical. He can’t take away my only chance for success.

I’ll fight to get back home.

192 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 27, 2019

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M.L. Guida

57 books259 followers
Vampires, demons and witches! I love to write about these dark entities and the darker the better. My characters are plunged into worlds where they experience torture and mayhem, but even in a world of darkness, true love survives. I write both, sci-fi, contemporary and historical paranormal stories.

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May 1, 2020
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315 reviews
January 14, 2022
Wowza!

This book, and the world that the author has created, are absolutely fascinating. Although this is the first book in this series, I had the feeling that there is other books before this one that introduced us to this world. That being said, I didn't feel like I was missing anything, and it in no way detracted from the greatness of this book. Vaughn and Sandra's journey to their HEA was not an easy one, but it's well worth reading, and I highly recommend you give this book a read. I am off to read Tash's story even though I am mad at him right now. I can't tell you why because I don't give spoilers, so start reading to find out. Mature eyes only due to hot 🔥 Alien/Human loving!!!

Side note: After posting my review I went and looked at the other 2 books in this series because of the feeling I had that this wasn't the 1st book in the series. According to the publication dates, Book 3 came out before books 1 & 2, and there are references to that story in Book 1 so I believe this series is misnumbered. The reading order for this series should be Walfea, Vaughn, and then Tash.
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1,135 reviews8 followers
December 5, 2019
4 1/2 Stars!

For adults only(18+ years old). Contains subject matter that may be offensive or a trigger for some, including adult language, steamy hot intimate scenes and violence (kidnapping, child abuse, fighting, assault, betrayal, death, etc).

WARNING: There are multiple scenes, storylines and arcs' that may be very difficult beyond just warning of triggers. Also, I tried not to provide any spoilers, but there will be spoilers if you have not read any of the previous stories.


I went back and forth in the rating of this story. Mainly because there was an entire subject matter that wasn't addressed (previous situation that occurred in the previous story of Walfea).

This is the darkest story l have read from the series, but in some ways also one of the lightest because it was about being oppressed, betrayed and physically / mentally attacked before finding support, belief, hope and Love.

895 reviews
June 23, 2019
Very Enjoyable Story

Sandra is a human scientist who has discovered a way to save the Arian race without even knowing there are alien that need saving. She has demons of her own in her mother and stepfather that she will have to learn to deal with before she can go forward with her future. Vaughn is an Arian scientist on the Intrepid spaceship and has been sent to earth to get the drug to save his people. The bad part (to him) is the doctor is his mate but she doesn't know since she is human and he didn't tell her the only time he was on earth and met her. But he feels he has to find the answers about his father and a earlier trip to another planet before he can think of a mate. Can these two solve both their problems and find a HEA? I have really enjoyed this story.
1,253 reviews3 followers
October 1, 2019
Dramatic Suspense

This book is listed as the first book in the series, however, "Walfea" is chronically Book 1. "Vaughn" is book 2; and "Tash" is book 3. The stories make more sense when read in that order.

Sandra is a genius scientist. She and Vaughn met in for the first time in Walfea. Vaughn recognized that Sandra is his mate, but circumstances have kept them apart. Sandra's brilliant scientific mind is desperately needed to save the female bears of Aria. Vaughn brings her aboard the Intrepid and they rush to discover what is killing the Arian bears and how to cure their condition. Lots of dramatic suspense with a healthy dose of hot, hot romance on the side. Enjoy!
2,259 reviews6 followers
July 19, 2020
Love with heal. Vaughn has two missions. Get his mate and help save the women of this planet, and he has a burning desire to find out what really happened on the Intrepid and if his father is guilty of leaving his crew behind to be killed. But his older brother believes their father can do no harm and wants Vaughn to stop his investigation. If he continues it could destroy his relationship with his brother. But he must know the truth. And he has to help his mate recover from her past and move forward towards a future together. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review
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1,356 reviews1 follower
March 28, 2019
Vaughn and Sandra had quite a battle going on. He being from Aria and her from earth. Both had baggage, but her's was I think the worse. He brought out the best in her, but he did have his work cut out for him and he did a great job! They had a battle on the ship to not only save lives but find and stop a traitor that was killing women and Vaughn's father and brother. Great storyline and characters.
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2,663 reviews27 followers
April 28, 2019
To save a species

This author just keeps coming with these strong women who have been through so much and the mates that stand for them. This is another great addition to any book shelf. The author took us on a long journey to find this couple their HEA and it was worth every wild twist and turn. I can’t wait to see what happens next.
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19.2k reviews8 followers
July 26, 2020
Part of the Bears of Aria series a well written story that kept me turning pages. Human scientist Sandra Rotella and Arian Vaughn's story. There is suspense, drama, danger, an evil step-father and mother, a planet with women dying, a evil villain, twists, turns, and love. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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4,207 reviews34 followers
January 19, 2022
Amazing story

I loved this story. It is mostly sci-fi adventure and of course romance but has a twist with shifter aliens that turn into bears. From start to finish the action doesn’t stop. Finding a cure and also finding the truth will bring Vaughn and Sandra together. Both will find that they are capable of so much and that together they are unstoppable.
412 reviews2 followers
May 8, 2020
Wow! This first book rules

This story holds so many lessons in learning to believe in yourself, but they're written in a wonderfully entertaining way. You'll love reading about Vaughn and Sandra's journey to matehood. I can't wait to read about Tash, Vaughn's older brother 's.
3,284 reviews20 followers
July 18, 2020

Space Bears!

So much drama! Evil plots, past traumas, and a love and, most importantly, trust, that wins the day. I particularly liked how Vaughn’s love and caring for Sandra helped her overcome the trauma in her past. A nice set-up for the next book in the series, Tash.
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Author 4 books391 followers
September 16, 2020
Vaughn

This story was good and far more intense than I was expecting. The plot was well constructed and unpredictable, other than the romance which actually, for me, didn’t take centre stage in this book.
688 reviews
October 28, 2020
Vaughn Bears of Aria

The women on his planet are dying.
There's a Sciencetist on Earth, who has promising research.
This tale is full of adventure, murder, and sabotage.
And of course love
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1,974 reviews12 followers
April 27, 2021
Interesting

The story was ok and different. I just didn't like how Sandra was too much of a damsel in distress in the beginning. It does get better when Vaughn champions for her and her self esteem rises. I did like the ending.
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1,624 reviews11 followers
September 14, 2022
Sandra and Vaughn

Vaughn is a bear shifter from another planet. His female people are dying and need help. Sandra is a human scientist from earth that can help the female bear shifters, and she's Vaughn' s mate .
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2,415 reviews4 followers
March 31, 2019
Aria

I totally enjoyed Bears of Aria Unbearable Failure and look forward to reading future books . The story pulled me in and kept me captivated .
12.7k reviews189 followers
April 23, 2019
Superb as always. A mission for truth that might prove to be unpleasant, but needs to be done. Short but intriguing.
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117 reviews
December 1, 2019
So good

I love these books. I find them to be great reading. I enjoy the story line in each case and they are all following the same one.
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1,169 reviews1 follower
January 25, 2020
Enjoyable romance

Nice, romantic little space story. Intrigue, traitors, scientists & bears. What fun. There were a few syntax errors, but they were few & far between.
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795 reviews1 follower
February 23, 2020
Exciting

Enjoyable tale of strong men. Aliens and humans come together to save a planet and an evolving story I can’t wait to continue.
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Author 2 books46 followers
September 15, 2020
Three and a half stars

Apparently, this book has been retitled Vaughn, The Bears of Aria
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594 reviews1 follower
December 12, 2020
The truth was the key

Vaugh was trying to find answers about a operation that ended badly. His mate Sandra comes up with the cure.
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767 reviews2 followers
June 30, 2019
It started with distrust and abuse, went into finding a cure, then looking for a traitor and finding answers. Was a good read, the storyline was well thought out and interesting, this was an ARC from the author and my honest opinion
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