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Marcus Le beau has been blessed, though he wouldn’t call it a blessing. He’s found his one true mate, which should be a reason for celebration. But there’s one monstrous roadblock standing in his way.
She’s contracted to kill him.
Cassidy Elizabeth Ryan is an assassin. Her latest assignment should be easy enough. Secure a position within the Le Beau Corporation and take out Marcus Le Beau while making it look accidental.
So why is she hesitating to complete the contract? The file on Marcus listing the deplorable crimes he has committed doesn’t add up with the man she is spending time with.
Was she given a bogus contract? Is that why her little brother is being held against his will until she finishes the job? She can’t justify assassinating an innocent man, but if she fails to follow through, her brother will pay the price.

Le Beau Series reading order
Book 1 CADE
Book 2 SIMON
Book 3 SIMON & ROSE
Book 4 STEFAN
Book 5 THOMAS
Book 6 CADE & ANNA
Book 7 LUCAS
Book 8 RICHIE
Book 9 SETH
Book 10 Marcus

NOTE: A complete novel. No cliffhanger. Dual POV. This is an adult paranormal romance with sexual content. The series centers on New Orleans Billionaire Wolf Shifters with BBW mates. It also includes vampires, voodoo priestess, and magic. These are stand-alone books that create a series. They do not need to be read in order. Of course, the story is richer if the books are read in order.

308 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 7, 2020

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V.A. Dold

18 books344 followers
V.A. Dold is the USA Today Bestselling author of the Award-winning Le Beau Series, League of Guardians series, and K.I.S.S series.
Her idea of absolute heaven is a day in the French Quarter with a cup of café au lait, and the Le Beau brothers, of course.
A Midwest native, with her heart lost to the French Quarter. She has a penchant for titillating tales featuring sexy men and strong women. When she’s not writing, she’s probably reading or traveling. Oh, and there is the distinct possibility she is hanging out with Etienne.

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Profile Image for Cynthia.
3,201 reviews101 followers
January 12, 2020
What do you

Get when you cross a shifter and an assassin. Finding a mate. This time it's Marcus who finds his true love but she has been sent to kill him. Both of them have a way to either compel someone to tell the truth or like Cassidy who can tell if someone is fibbing.
2,072 reviews13 followers
March 2, 2020
Fast-paced storyline, with strong, sensitive, family oriented characters. Marcus is shocked to discover that his mate is an assassin sent to kill him. I loved the witty conversations between Marcus and Cassidy, and I really loved the fight scenes. This is another great book in an awesome series.
Profile Image for Julie Kirby.
920 reviews13 followers
January 8, 2020
I've loved reading about the Le Beaus and Marcus is no exception.

Marcus the protector, was around in previous books helping the new ladies settle in, getting used to their new surroundings.

It's been great catching up with the rest of the family too. I love how they live, love and laugh together, each of them having the others backs should it be needed.

And love that we get to meet the New mates, who idependently are interesting and equally explosive on their own, but once they accept their new situation, how seemlessly they settle into their new lives.

It always intrigues me with the instant connection, between shifter and Mate with the natural resistance of the mate, but its as if they have an inlking of whats happening. Cassidy was no different whilst she denied any attraction at first she soon realised thigs were different. Even though her disguise wasn't much of a deterent for Marcus.

These stories have the huge love story at its core, but you get so much more - there is action, thrills and spills, lots of suspense which all keeps your interest piqued, as to what's going to happen next.

I also love how each mating or pairing whilst the same for each couples are uniquely theirs.

We still get off the chart sexy pages, but the thrill of seeing the story unfold and being concluded is a lovely journey to be part of.

Another fab story.
22 reviews
January 13, 2020
Marcus is the intended victim, but who will get the job done!?

Wow! What a beginning! At first, when I began reading MARCUS I was thrown into a vicious car scene which was not going to end well for either Marcus, or myself. Marcus, a wolf shifter, would obviously survive, but as an onlooker I was taken down into a ravine, ultimately hanging upside down and trapped by the metal of our car! And so it begins.... The author, V.A.Dold, is known for writing books that encompass strong family (whether shifter, alien, or vampire) values, respect for good vs. bad, the melding of souls when the shifter meets his/her mate and the love of well-endowed female characters.
Despite the mystery of why Marcus was being targeted and by whom, Dold is always true to her basic theme for the LeBeau men:
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V.A. Dold has done it again!
In the beginning we find Marcus being slammed off the road and down a ravine! As a wolf shifter I know Marcus will survive, but I as the reader find myself hanging upside down, blood dripping from a head wound and unable to move! Who just tried to kill Marcus?! In this story about Marcus we have several suspects, which also includes Cassidy, whom Marcus recognizes as his mate. And so the games begin.

I love reading all the Dold books about the LeBeau family, wolf shifters, and occasionally their vampire friends. Despite the men and our female assassin, Dold always has a theme which is refreshing and rare:

"It’s what’s inside that makes a woman beautiful. A person’s mind, heart, and soul are what makes them beautiful, average, or downright ugly. You, Cassidy Ryan, are too beautiful for words.”

This can be read as a standalone book, or you can read the series. I recommend the series. I love the LeBeau characters and appreciate their sense of the ridiculous, respect of each other, and their generosity towards others.




“It’s what’s inside that makes a woman beautiful. A person’s mind, heart, and soul are what makes them beautiful, average, or downright ugly. You, Cassidy Ryan, are too beautiful for words.”
234 reviews5 followers
December 26, 2019
I was gifted this ARC in return for an honest review.

It's a fun, fast read. We get to revisit lovable characters from the tight-knit Le Beau family as Marcus finds his perfect mate. Too bad she's an assassin sent to take him out!

Cassidy is assigned by JARVS Corp to take down Marcus Le Beau. Too bad JARVS has an assassin with a conscience and who does her own research on her hits.

We get an action packed romp, through NOLA, as our H/h romance develops. They both have secrets, personal and professional. Can they get to the bottom of them, without Cassidy "finishing off" her assignment? If she doesn't, what will happen to her brother, who's being held as collateral?

As always, V.A. Dold brings us characters we can't help but cheer for. I wish I could become part of the Le Beau family too.

We get a bit more information fed to us regarding the origins of shifters, and others. I can't wait to see where this journey takes us next.

Well written, with multiple threads to pull from, the storyline slowly keeps building. I kinda want to shake the author and demand she tell me where this is heading. I'm very impatient. Ah, well! I guess I'm just going to have to keep reading. What a shame!
Profile Image for Evelyn Dotson.
2,066 reviews17 followers
December 26, 2019
It is now Marcus’s turn to meet his destiny and mate with Cassidy. Cassidy lost her parents at a young age. A man she does not know claims to be her uncle and takes her from foster care and trains her to be the best assassin in his employ. She also has a younger brother Colin who she took from foster care when she turned the legal age. The newest contract put out is on Marcus Le Beau. She goes to Louisiana and gets hired on his security team as an undercover job. Marcus knows all about his mate and has finally met her. She looks totally different from the picture he saw. They discover who she is, her past, and why she is there. Marcus is relentless in his pursuit of her~ The man who took her when she was younger kidnapped Colin as an insurance policy she will finish this job! She has fallen for Marcus…but what should she do? She cannot choose him over her brother~ Will they have the chance to be fated mates? Will Cassidy finish the job and break her heart all at the same time? What will Marcus’s family do? This is the 10th book in the Le Beau series and each book gets better and better~ The characters endear themselves to your heart and it is great seeing them in each book as well. I received this as an ARC and am leaving a voluntary review.
Profile Image for Kathy Wideman.
2,611 reviews43 followers
December 28, 2019
This is the tenth book in the series. They can be read as standalones but I like them better in order. Marcus has found his mate, Cassidy. But there is a problem. She is an assassin who has been sent to kill him. Cassidy isn’t like other assassins though. She researches and gets to know her target. If she thinks they are innocent she won’t complete her mission. Turns out her boss has had enough of that. He knew that she would find Marcus innocent and he has taken measures to make sure she follows through. Marcus must not only woo his mate and convince her they belong together. He must help her break free from her boss. I love this series and this book doesn’t disappoint. I took my time reading this one and savored it. Marcus definitely found his match with Cassidy. She is wonderful and sweet but deadly at the same time. I can’t say enough about this book. There is romance, danger, suspense, and more. I can’t wait for the next book by V.A. Dold.
Profile Image for Jamoz23.
5,342 reviews46 followers
June 1, 2021
Light, easy read.
A slightly different take on shifters which was lightly entertaining but a couple of silly things niggled.
I feel this series could be much better with more depth.
I have missed a couple of books in this series but it was enjoyable to revisit this family and get caught up.
If Marcus had told Cassidy the truth when he found out about the parents, Cassidy may have reacted but she would have trusted him sooner.
In chapter eight they mention Etienne’s vampires but Cassidy, this elite assassin, doesn’t pick up on that.
Also found it funny they go out for dinner, just wandering around and not being alert.
Would have liked to have had more explanation of why Jones did what he did and some closure on the others from Jones’s stable of Jarvs Corp.
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612 reviews3 followers
December 26, 2019
This is Marcus and Cassidy's story . Marcus's story is soooo good !! Cassidy has gotten a hit assignment on Marcus but since she will not end anyone without proof she decides to go to work with him to learn more about him . Marcus knows as soon as he scents and sees her that she is his One . He also knows that she is not being honest and is in a disguise . When he catches that she is there to assassinate him he knows that he will hire and keep an eye on her . Man this story will grab you so quick and will keep you reading until the end it is so good !! This is well written and recommended to all !! Grab this one along with the rest of Le Beau series you will be so glad you did !!
Profile Image for Carmen Torres.
874 reviews23 followers
January 9, 2020
From the first LeBeau book I read in this series to this one; I’ve fallen in love with these characters. Marcus and Cassidy are the best yet and that’s saying something. Cassidy is my kind of woman. She wasn’t afraid of anything and doesn’t take any crap from anyone. Marcus LeBeau is a LeBeau through and through. He was willing to give Cassidy a Chance and believed in her. This book by far was the best. I usually don’t pick one in this series but these two characters are off the charts great. Thank you for letting me arc this book.
Profile Image for Kaitlyn Gronewold.
4 reviews
January 13, 2020
Another winner!

Be careful purchasing this book if you have important things to do, because let me tell you there is no way you can put the book down! The characters are raw, funny, charming, and we have one bada** who can take care of herself. It made me love Marcus even more knowing he respected where Cassidy came from, while still being the big scruffy guy we all want. If I could give this book more stars I would! I can’t wait to read all the other books in the series they just get better and better!
Profile Image for Hsu Lee.
1,743 reviews9 followers
February 24, 2020
This was a great book !
Cassidy is an assassin, and she has a new target.
First infiltrate the Le Beau, find the target, and eliminate the target.
Simple enough, right ?
She did not count on the fact that the target would be her mate.
Marcus is a protector. He is one of the good guys.
When he finds his mate, and she was assigned to kill him, he is totally shocked.
Now, what are Cassidy and Marcus to do ?
Loved the characters + the storytelling !
It has all the ingredients that you need for a great book!
I can't wait for the next book in this series.
Profile Image for Cindy Montgomery.
176 reviews1 follower
January 9, 2020
Marcus finally meets his mate. They just have to overcome the fact she was hired to assassinate him. Cassidy has been trained since childhood but she won’t kill innocents. These two bond and overcome differences while learning to accept their destiny. I love these characters and how VA Dold brings in the family as well. This story has humor, emotional swings and passion LeBeau style. Marcus will put a smile on your face and in true Le Beau fashion a little fire in your heart.
52 reviews9 followers
February 4, 2020
What a perfect mating!

You know what I like best about V.A. Dold’s books? Her heroines are strong women. Her men are not only alpha males but romantic and chivalrous. They put their women above all else even when they drive them crazy! Each book is better than the last.

Marcus and Cassidy are the perfect pair. She gives him a run for his affection in this story! I loved the action and the tenderness these two share while finding their way to becoming mates.
2,663 reviews2 followers
May 9, 2021
I ALREADY WROTE A REVIEW BUT IDK WTF IS GOING ON SINCE APPRENTLY ITS NOT HERE!!

Marcus has to b on top of his game especially when he's head of security but when he is targeted more than 1 from a unknown source he finds a unexpected woman that is possibly his mate but he needs 2 understand her better and get answers from her 1st. when she is not what she is supposed to b theirs red flags coming up. when things come up of who and what she is. with everything she does is with pesision and to find out the truth about who she investagates. when their lives intertwine they both learn how to love and help each other by all means necessary.
20 reviews
December 30, 2019
Another home run in the LeBeau series!!
Facing challenges to win their mate is nothing new to the members of this family, although Marcus may have the biggest challenge to date!
Beautifully written, this book will definitely have you rooting for a happy ending to yet another LeBeau mating. Love is one of the things V. A. Dold does best.
I received an advance copy for an honest review.
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2,106 reviews31 followers
December 31, 2019
Marcus has found his mate he should be thrilled BUT she’s been sent to assonate him. Great heartwarming story of a couple overcoming all obstacles to their HEA. The whole Le Beau family and some familiar faces make cameo appearances. His wolf just wants to claim Cassidy and Marcus is funny trying to slow things down for Cassidy. I can’t wait for the next story in this saga.
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414 reviews3 followers
January 15, 2020
Funny and hilarious! Cajun boys on the hunt for their mates!

I was so excited to read the next book in this series! I couldn’t put it down. I loved how the LeBeau family gathers round and the crazy antics the brothers pull on their siblings. You’ll laugh out loud and giggle like crazy! It was a lot of fun to read the next part of this series. I hope the next book is longer!
Profile Image for Carina Frank.
47 reviews
January 19, 2020
I loved reading about Marcus and Cassidy. It's amazing how Cassidy didn't lose her humanity after everything she went through growing up. Marcus is a sensitive hero. This books was packed full of action, danger and sex. Was really great catching up with all the characters again. The author hit a home run with this book. Can't wait to read Krystal.
1 review
January 23, 2020
I love this series

This series turned out to be one of my favorites. I was just looking for something to pass the time and I found Cade the first book. By the time I read that I was hooked I have the whole series now and I've read and reread them all. I can't wait for the next book to come out.
1,708 reviews7 followers
January 25, 2020
Loving the wolf shifters 😍

I really enjoy the wolf shifter family books. Marcus and Cassidy she's a tough little bird 😄 not too tough for Marcus though. I'm always excited to read how their mates react to them exposing their wolf to them 🤭. This was a wonderful read I can't wait the series 11 to come out.
1,139 reviews2 followers
April 3, 2020
Loved it!

Marcus gets a surprise when his father Isaac hires a new security officer. She is his mate. She has hidden her identity with a wig and a disguise. She is actually an assassin. She is there to kill him. Of course, the Le Beau family will not let that happen. They flickering off. Marcus woos her. Loved it. Light, funny moments. Scary, action momeents. Great book.
Profile Image for Dina Bushrod.
596 reviews11 followers
December 26, 2019
Looooved the story. A kick-ass heroine, a drop-dead gorgeous and sensitive hero, Jam-packed action, extreme danger, and the sex and love were written extremely sensual and beautiful. Awesome addition to a magnificent series The author knocked it out of the ballpark with "Marcus".
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1,482 reviews64 followers
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December 28, 2019
I absolutely adore Marcus and Cassidy. Loved their story. Strong characters. Cassidy is an assassin and Marcus is an all around badass.
These two were made for each other.
I read an advanced copy of this book.
110 reviews2 followers
January 8, 2020
Le Beau

It felt like a long wait. But, it was worth the wait! I've loved this series from the start. To love and be loved exactly for who you are is special and V.A. Dold did a wonderful job bringing this to life. Ready for the next one!
Profile Image for Rebecca Grove.
3,492 reviews26 followers
January 9, 2020
Great story with a few unexpected twists

I love the LeBeau series but I was uncertain if I would like the assassin heroine. She was the most unusual assassin I've read about with a strong set of morals. This is a great addition to a great series.
Profile Image for Robin Otoole.
47 reviews
January 10, 2020
LOVED

This book is number 10 in the series. And boy does the author deliver! Marcus is a great hero. Protective,funny and so hot! If you gingerbread this series then do yourself a favor and start!!!
Profile Image for Maya.
1,761 reviews
January 11, 2020
Ok. Not as interesting as some of her other titles in the series. As an adult with a hard (and sometimes uncomfortable) backstory to read about, sometimes Cassidy was a little too childish to stomach. Also Marcus is a lil too alpha for my liking.
Profile Image for Lynn Smith.
2,682 reviews9 followers
January 12, 2020
Marcus

Another fantastic book in the series. Marcus finally finds his mate. The only thing wrong is she is there to to kill him. Cassidy is a assassin. But one with a conscience. She doesn't think Marcus is a bad person.
Plenty of action, suspense and romance.
109 reviews1 follower
January 15, 2020
The LeBeau Family

Billionaires, business, and falling in love within seconds of scenting and seeing their mate. Fascinating take on shifters and how they find their fated mate. Enjoyable story line, with lots of intrigue.
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