Mason's Regret

Timberwood Cove #10

by Liam Kingsley

He didn’t want me then … can I risk my heart now?

Twelve years ago, I thought Mason could be the one, but he wasn’t ready to be tied down, especially not to an omega like me. And when my brother’s sudden death left me raising his little girl, I had to forget all about the man who refused to be there for me. I never expected to see him again, and I couldn’t dream that I’d be his mate. Mason wants to try again, but this time it’s my turn to reject him.

But the adult Mason is a hundred times more considerate than the guy I knew in college, and even though I should protect my heart, I can’t help but start to open up again. Maybe it really is time for a second chance.

Even if we are ready to give it a shot, a lot of things have happened in the past twelve years. And when our relationship is tested, those years might be too much to overcome...

Genres: M M Romance, Shapeshifters, Omegaverse, Paranormal, Fantasy, Werewolves, Romance

240 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 5, 2020

Reviews

[Evelyn Bella (there WILL be spoilers) · Rating 1 out of 5]

'I thought I could keep him close until I was done fucking around with the omegas on campus, and then date him.'

Actual thing said by Mason about his mate River. Not enough groveling for the fact that this was actually a thing he did intentionally and not some elaborate miscommunication thing.

Then that bitch has the audacity to say that the River he saw now(12 years on) wasn't his idea of a mate because he was cold.

No kidding, ho. Why WOULDN'T he be cold to you? Mr You're My Fated Mate But I Need To Fuck Around First Before I Settle For You.

Anyway. All this would have been forgivable had he actually tried to make amends. But nope. Just feeling sorry for himself because after River ran, his wolf got depressed and he had to drop out of college. Sucks to be you. So what?

And a lot of 'I was young'. So was River. Next?

The worst part was that somehow River apologizes more in this book than Mason.

For not being welcoming enough to Mason.

For making reasonable assumptions and changing his mind on things when he got new information.

For being 'mean' to Mason. FYI the meanness was telling someone who broke his heart that he didn't want to be friends.

But it's called Mason's Regret?

Where's the regret? I've searched high and low and all I see are justifications.

Nah. DNF because I can't EVEN.

[mich ⚘ · Rating 2 out of 5]

Twelve years ago River had the worst night of his life. He lost two very important people to him for different reasons and gained a child all at the same time. But, now the man who broke his heart is back and while River keeps telling himself he doesn’t want him anymore he can’t deny how Mason has changed and...how maybe things could work this time.

So, I did enjoy this book to some degree. It’s well written and even though this was a miss for me I appreciated River and Mason’s relationship at times. But, that was few and far between. My biggest problem was the lack of communication in this book. From start to almost finish. So much could have been solved if they had just talked and while I enjoy miscommunication at times this wasn’t one of them because it just took away from me being able to enjoy them as a couple.

While this wasn’t a win for me I think if you’re a fan of this series or even if you just like m-preg books -- give it a try.

2.5 stars

♡ arc given in exchange for an honest review ♡

[True Loveislovereview · Rating 4 out of 5]

River and Mason

Mason wasn’t the friend River thought he would be. Hurt by Mason again he tells him he’s done and left.

Mason went desperate without River and now after twelve years, he sees River again. He can’t believe he’s back, his wolf is happy to find their fated mate again. Only Riv has a different opinion. He doesn’t want to talk.

Riv and Izzy, his brothers' daughter, did run from her pack to escape her cruel and possessive uncle, to return to his hometown.
River’s brother and partner were killed in an accident when Izzy was just a baby. Since then he’s her parent.

He can’t avoid Mason forever and after some bad confrontations, Riv finally meets Mason to talk.
Both are stunned by what happened all those years ago. Mason changed so much and they are attracted to each other just as always. Mason has to show Riv that he is honest.

Yup I loved this story, I loved the hurt comfort, misunderstandings, the fated bond, the way Mason saw River, Izzy and her sparkling attitude, the pack, the friends and the sharp edges.
Well written sentences and a bunch of emotions made this a good story.
I’m always swooned by shifters and mpreg stories this one didn’t disappoint!

[Kelly Spadi · Rating 1 out of 5]

HORRIBLE!

Mason takes responsibility for nothing.Riv always always always apologized and all of masons shit was swept under the rug. The whole reason Riv didn't tell him about Luca was because he was so obsessed with everything else and when he tried to tell him he brushed homoff. But did he apologize? noooo river had to. Mason was a selfish prick through the whole book! I HATED how this author glossed over everything he did wrong. I will NEVER read her again. I hate hate hate how she just let the blame go to Riv who had every reason to be mad the whole book! This authors is AWFUL!!!!

[Mirjam · Rating 3 out of 5]

Wolfshifter Alpha Mason & human River's story started in college, where Mason knew that River was his fated mate. But Mason decided to grant himself the whole college experience and to have fun with other omega's before settling in a monogamous relationship with River.

Leaving River hard broken after yet another omega is more important to Mason, River decides he is done with Mason.
But fate intervenes and the two meet again, 11 years later.


While part of the Timberwood Cove Series and best enjoyed when read in order, each can be read as a standalone;

[Laura · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was very well-written. The beginning and middle were particularly good; lots of emotional development and smooth pacing.

I liked River, and Mason was just ok. He felt a little bland to me, but he was still a nicely developed character toward the end. I do wish there had been a bit more groveling from Mason, specifically about how he knew River was his fated mate but he still slept around and assumed that River would still be there when Mason was ready. I also feel like Mason losing his phone was too convenient for the plot, and I was actually surprised that the author decided to go with that instead of having Mason actually ignore River's calls. That would have allowed for a lot more emotional progress to be shown from Mason. My point is, since the phone excuse was given, it seemed like the 2 years of hurt that River went through of being strung along just got pushed aside.

The sub-plot with Luka was a nice touch and handled pretty well, except that the final encounter felt a little anticlimactic.

Izzy wasn't too annoying; I appreciated that she was mature for her age and that she didn't get in the way of the romance.

One thing that really bothered me was the bookstore scene in the beginning, where Mason is eavesdropping on River and his friend Danny. Danny asked River what was bothering him and River started venting about Mason leading him on during college, and how Mason fucked around and had no problem telling River about it, despite them having feelings for each other. Mason cuts in, they exchange a few words, and then Mason leaves melodramatically. After some time, they run into each other at the hospital and Mason manages to get River to agree to talking over lunch. At lunch, River snaps at Mason a little, saying he wants to get this over with, to just hurry up. From what I've read up to this point, Mason deserves that, but in Mason's narration he reflects: "It didn’t hurt me any more than his cruel words at the bookstore had. I knew I was dealing with a jerk."

Now, if you read the bookstore scene, River was having what he thought was a quiet, private discussion with his friend Danny, telling him what was bothering him. There was nothing in his conversation with Danny that was cruel or false; he said everything in a personal manner, saying how much Mason hurt him. This is a small moment in the entirety of the book, but it made an impact on me because River technically didn't say or do anything mean, yet his words were taken as "talking trash in public." I would like to repeat that River and Danny were in a very quiet bookstore with no one around; they thought they were by themselves, having a private talk between two close friends about what's bothering River. I did not like how the author spun that small moment into something it wasn't; River had no need to feel bad about venting to his friend in a private moment.

Other than that, I did enjoy this book. I'm reading the series out of order, but they're fine as stand-alone. The writing has been great; I will definitely be reading more works by Liam Kingsley.

[BAG of Books · Rating 2 out of 5]

12 years ago, Mason friend zoned River, and he was a terrible friend on top of that. The last time they see each other, they are college students. Mason is a no-show for dinner, and River breaks off their friendship. The same night, River has to leave college because his brother is in a fatal car accident. At first River tries to contact Mason and forget about what a bad friend Mason is, just because River really needs a friend. After all, his brother just died. But Mason never returns his calls.

Present day, River has finished college, is now a doctor, and is raising his brother's daughter. He has (unknowingly) moved to the town where Mason now lives. They start running into each other all over town. Mason reveals they have been fated mates the entire time, he just wanted to sleep around in college but now he's decided to settle down.

What I didn't like:
Nobody, I mean NOBODY, respected River's decision to not be in a relationship with Mason. So they only end up together because everyone around river is telling him he "can't" stay mad, he "has to" forgive, he "can't" choose to reject Mason. The MCs didn't end up together organically. That's how it felt to me. River was just ground down by everyone, when he had just gotten out of an abusive relationship and was pretty much alone in the world.

I wish someone had acknowledged you don't "have to" be friends with someone who hurt you that badly.

The phone excuse. How long did it take to get a new phone? I mean, it takes a day. But it took Mason extra long, and was used as a major plot point.

Also, the obvious question of HOW someone could just choose to ignore their mate and sleep around, is never answered. It seems like in this world, fated mate means nothing, they feel no bond? They can easily reject the mate? As long as River was in Mason's vicinity, Mason's wolf was happy. That's the only reason Mason kept River around at all. The only thing that upset Mason's wolf was River disappearing completely. That's usually not what people expect when reading a fated mates book.

[llv · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rating: 4 stars

An enjoyable addition to the Timberwood Pack series. I really liked both River and Mason as the MCs although I did get frustrated with Riv a bit throughout the book. The only part that seemed a bit hinky to me was the drama with Luka. The resolution seemed a bit too pat to me. Overall, I really enjoyed this story and look forward to the next one.

[Sao Reads (semi hiatus) · Rating 4 out of 5]

REREAD 18th Sep 2026. Tried as audiobook. Didn’t like the voice characterisation. And alpha with a light voice and an omega with a deep gravelly voice? Eh, not enjoyable imo. Will probably reread via ebook later, but idk.

More importantly tho, i’d forgotten what a douche canoe Mason was in the prologue. i knew he was bad, but forgot just how bad. He stood River up to go party & hook up with someone else. 😕 Poor River was all alone. It was... actually pretty fucking bad. So in that context, it feels even worse that present day River was considered a dick for being cold towards him & had to apologise. i get that Mason repented, grovelled a lot & took care of both Riv & Izzy. But after 10 years of heartache, how do you even build anything after that? Obv they do, but i don’t think i need it right now.

Original review:

📗4.2 stars read on 7th Aug 2024. Absolutely loved the story. Mason rejected River, so River rejects him back 10 years later. Mason went desperate without River, and so now he grovels. River has a niece. Mason’s a changed man now. Cares for them both. CWs and smut acts given at the end.

• The story begins with a heartbreaking chapter where we see River’s world break down and how shitty Mason treats him. But if i say that Mason has more than redeemed himself in this story, it will be an understatement. There was a lot of saying sorry and it took a lot for Riv to forgive Mason.


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• And most importantly, it had the element of Riv forgiving but choosing to move on. But, for some reason it was written off as Riv being a d- about it and so even he apologised and then said they can be friends. That was something i didn’t like, but the rest of it was so nicely done, this was the kind of grovelling that hit the mark.

When Mason first talks to River, the latter appears rightfully angry:

“When did you get to Timberwood Cove?” I asked.
“Two years ago.”
I balked. “Two years? And I haven’t run into you until now?”
River shrugged. “Seems your wolf is good at overlooking me.”
Ouch. I bit my tongue to stop myself from showing how much that hurt.
“Let’s keep it that way, okay?”
He didn’t wait for me to answer. The door slammed with a thud, leaving Sawyer and me standing in the vacuum River left behind, just like the void he’d caused when he left me the first time.


• But turns out, losing River made Mason miserable and he’s been suffering since then. And i love how that brought an absolute change in him. When River asks what’s changed about him he says:

“What’s different about you now?” [River]
“Old Mason was a selfish dick. I think we can both agree on that.” [Mason]
I nodded noncommittally.
“So, I worked on that. I’m much less selfish now. Less immature. More open about how I feel.”
———————————
There was nothing I could do to fix any of the mistakes I’d ever made with him in the past; the best I could do was give him now.


• i think Mason apologises 4 times but even after that, they work together to take care of Izzy, especially during her 1st heat (which is an allegory), etc and that brings them closer. It portrayed the struggles of a single dad-figure raising a girl on his own. It has somewhat on page birth, and also includes trips to the doctor, USG. All the fluff stuff. They were very domestic. It was truly wholesome and satisfying.

Spicewise, there are 3 intercourse scenes and it’s all very spicy. Not too descriptive, just the way i like it.


So, why 4 stars? • Well, i didn’t like how River was portrayed as an a-hole when he had the right to be angry and mean to Mason. It somehow tries to make it Riv’s fault for leaving. But he stood up for himself, yet still he had to say sorry too.

• The breakup was OTT, River acted in a totally uncharacteristic way. Felt like it was done just to break them up for the sake of it. He focused on the wrong thing instead of saying that he didn’t want to burden Mason w/ all this right before the exam and then asking for help.

• The whole thing with the ex, even though i anticipated his arrival, but still, it felt too OTT for me. Like the abuse was being done just for the sake of it.

• There’s not much epilogue. It’s actually a set up for the next book, which i’m guessing is the case for all the books in this series.

Tropes: •shifter x human omega, •mpreg, •strict t/b, •2nd chance, •time jump (10 yrs), •grovelling, •breakup, •MCs w/ relatively similar height, •MCs w/ not much size difference, •slow burn •mid angst, •1st person dual POV, •omega with a child (niece), •ex shows up, •HEA.

Sex acts: •marking by cum, •lots of moaning, groaning and reactions from /b, •intercourse while pregnant.

CW: Death of brother (somewhat on page), past mentions of control and mental, emotional abuse by ex, on page emotional blackmail and physical jostling by ex.

[Ida Umphers · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved River from the first chapter of this book. It was clear he had been putting up with Mason's disrespect for years in order to maintain their "friendship", but finally he stood up for himself and ended it. That should have been the most awful part of the night, but it only got worse with the call from the police about a car accident involving his brother and his brother's partner. He immediately flew out to be with them but the worse happened and he is left as legal guardian of his niece. Through this entire nightmare, he messages Mason for some support but never receives a reply. I was now, fully in the "I hate Mason" stage of this narrative. That did not change immediately when they met years later in chapter two. Mason still seemed to be focused on how River had hurt him, not the other way around. Not only was he going to have to do some major work to get a second chance with River, he was going to have to do even more work to get a second chance with me. I dared the author to make me care about that sorry excuse for a man. I should have known...These two have to learn how to forgive, how to communicate, how to deal with River's controlling, abusive ex and how to deal with a couple of big surprises that turn out to be good ones.

Most books I read in the M/M genre are dual POV books and while I enjoy that, I don't think it is mandatory for all. This book, however, could never work without that dual POV. In order for the reader to forgive Mason, we have to be able to see inside his head and heart to feel his true remorse over his past behavior. The author handles that convincingly and by the end I was happy to see these two guys together.

I have read all the previous books in this series and enjoyed them all. This is one of the best. The plot is meaty, the characters grow and develop and we get to go deep into a claiming ceremony. A definite five star read.

[C.B. · Rating 5 out of 5]

When you're mature and ready, but your partner is not, what do you do? River, Omega, thought Mason was his one! River and Mason were best friends in college. River invited Mason out on a date, ready to confess his feelings. Mason stood him up. River realized, Mason had other priorities, so he told Mason, they were done. Then he learned his older brother, Brookes and his partner Hayden were in an auto accident and in critical care. He went to CA. Their baby, Isabella was okay. Brookes and Hayden wanted river to have custody. Then an Alpha sad down, sniffing and offering to explain about shifters. 11 years later, Dr River was living in Timberwolf and Izzy was almost 12. He had escaped from Luca, Izzy's Uncle who tried to control his life. He was too demanding/controlling for River. He left with his bf, Danny. 12 years later, Mason, was Oceanside pack. He saw River at the Christmas party and ran. River chased him. Then he realized, Mason was a shifter. There was a lot of heavy baggage sitting at their feet. They needed to open it and lighten the load and throw away the excess. River realized Mason knew they were fated and took his behavior in college as an additional insult. Will they be able to have a civil conversation? Will River listen? Will Izzy like Mason? Can River open up to shifters? Will Luca truly let River and Izzy go? Good story. Mason is a gem. River is a contradiction. Nicely done! I received an ARC from Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Deirdre · Rating 5 out of 5]

Friends - Enemies - Lovers - Mates

Finding one's Fated mate is the ultimate goal for most wolf shifters. So why didn't Mason claim his when he found him? How could he possibly let him get away after years of friendship? For that matter why did he string him along instead of claiming him as his forever mate?

Circumstances tore them apart. The trauma of separation, hurt feelings, a shattered heart, a grieving heart, and the assumption of a great deal of responsibility, made college seem like nothing. Especially compared to Medical school plus becoming a Single father.

Suddenly meeting again after several years of separation was shocking. There were so many unresolved emotions. Anger, hurt feelings, misunderstandings, distrust, confusion. Grief, sorrow, realization of how wrong he'd been. Is it possible to make up for all the damaged caused? If forgiveness isn't offered or given how can a second chance be possible let alone achieved?

Two men feeling raw yet the fated mate pull was even more noticeable now. It was ignored before why can't it continue to be ignored now? But something more tangible and ominous lurked. More lies, half-truths, and keeping secrets leads to danger! What Alpha isn't prepared to protect his fated Omega from a menace? This series just keeps getting better.

[Deb Swietek · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fate brought you back together. Can you erase the past & start over?

This series just keeps on getting better! I was drawn back into the world of Timberwood Cove & the lives of all characters from the first pages. Our old friends are back. There are misconceptions, angst, an obsessive uncle, a group of girls, a dentist-to-be, an obstetrician, forgiveness, steamy scenes, and an unexpected pregnancy. What's not to love!
Mason knows River is his fated mate. But he is scared & he hurts River badly. River has to leave med school when his brother dies leaving his newborn daughter for him to raise. Through circumstance and misconceptions, fate finally brings then back together. The truth comes out. A lot changes in 11 years. But secrets & trust issues put up roadblocks on the way to HEA. Don't worry, they get there. You will love this book.
If you haven't read the previous books in the Timberwood Cove series, I recommend reading them in order. It will give you background and perspective to more fully enjoy this book. The story does continue. I cannot wait for the next book!
This book contains adult themes and language, mm sex and is intended for mature readers only.

[Roxanne MacKay · Rating 5 out of 5]

River is a local doctor who has ties to both local shifter packs through his niece who he got custody of at a very young age when his brother and his mate died. He had to get away from a controlling and possessive partner. He is left shaken when here comes Mason back into his life after all these years. Mason used to be his best friend which he's always had romantic feelings for and was quite angry and upset at him even after all these years that he wasn't there for him when he needed him most. How can they even be friends after all, that let alone fated mates? Mason went through a very hard period when River disappeared while they were in school. He knew he was his fated mate but wasn't ready to settle down. Now he's lost him forever. He is finally back on his feet and completing his dentistry school when he sees River again. Does he get to have his second chance? Will River even talk to him or even listen? The characters are complex with great backstories and lived experience from their struggles and pasts. The storyline has ups and downs, suspense, action, and lots of emotional peaks. Great read!! Looking forward to Danny's story.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Tina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mason’s Regret is the 10th book in the Timberwood Cove series by author Liam Kingsley. This story is told in dual pov which I feel is really needed to get inside of both of these character’s minds. This series should be read in order. Each book sets up the book to come and brings back people we know and love from previous books.
River when he was in medical school, he was friends with Mason. Mason was really immature and partied more than he was a good friend. River got tired of waiting for him to grow up and left. Then his life changed forever when Brooks dies, and he has to take care of his niece. But River is a responsible person, he takes on what he has to and moves on.
11 years later he is back in Timberwood Cove. And low and behold he runs into Mason.
Mason knows he screwed up when he was young. He would give anything to get his fated mate back. He just doesn’t know how to. Mason is a flawed character, but he has a good heart. He has learned from his mistakes. I really adored him.
Overall, this is a great read about true love getting a second chance. I love the Timberwood Cove series and cannot wait for more from this series in the future.


Five Shooting Stars

[Maureen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Both these men have been given a second chance in this wonderful story. What started out in as young men in college, both men loved each other, but Mason really wanted to have fun, so when River and Mason had a date that fateful night, Mason never showed up, instead he was having fun with frat boys. His heart broken River went home only to get a phone call. His brother and his mate were in hospital, and the worst thing happened they both died leaving the baby girl in his keeping. River left phone call after phone call but got no answer, so he did the next best thing.... he left.
11 years later River and Mason met up once more, this time its at a party. Mason has known for a long time that Riv (River) was his mate, he thought he had run away and had lost him. However both have to talk and get what happened out of the way, and in doing so realise that they both had missed out.Riv decides that he can be friends again with Mason, but theres trouble lurking. Can these men possibly get back together again?

A definate 5 star plus, i really loved all the characters, especially young Izzy she really was lovely, and adorable...

[Marcella · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mason met his fated mate over 12 years ago. He wasn’t ready to settle down at the time and he thought he had all the time in the world to claim his mate. But when his mate disappeared he regretted not claiming him when he had the chance.

River just wanted Mason to notice him. They were best friends but it seems that’s all Mason saw River as. When River’s brother and partner unexpectedly die he’s left raising his niece on his own. He was heartbroken when Mason wasn’t there for him when he needed him most.

Now after all these years River finds himself living in the same town and Mason. Even though Mason is ready to claim River, he’s not so sure he can put his heart out like that again for Mason. But as he’s getting to know the adult Mason he’s realizing this Mason is much more considerate than his younger self. Maybe Mason really has changed. River is starting to rediscover his feelings for Mason.

This series just gets better and better. Each character that’s introduced is just as great than the ones that came before. It’ll be a sad day for me when this series ends.

I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book.

[Patricia Hoffstaetter · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading this heartwarming MM shifter romance that has a “second chance” undertone & it can be read as a standalone. The plot is well-written & interesting. The characters continue to develop throughout the story-line to become more emotionally mature although in the beginning I was not impressed with Mason’s immaturity or his actions towards River.
There is: a male omega & obstetrician (River Mitchell aka Riv) with memories of his boyfriend’s (Mason) disinterest is raising his deceased brother’s (Brooke) sweet daughter (Izabella aka Izzy) when he is confronted by Mason who emotionally hurt him almost 12yrs ago, River’s manipulative ex (Luka), memories, heartache, wolf shifters, humans, mates, drama, some intrigue, miscommunications, confrontations, longings, rejection, apologies, resentment, doubts, compromises, harassing calls, heat issues, surprises, disagreements, misunderstandings, threats, attempted abduction, conflict, contentment, a claiming, love, some steam, & a satisfying conclusion for this couple with a interesting ending.

[Helen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Second chance for my Alpha

Mason was my best friend, and I thought my true love, but he hurt me in the worse way possible by ignoring me and flaunting omegas in my face. I finally had enough and ended our friendship, which was before I learnt of my brother's death. My life then changed forever.

I now had a baby girl who called me Papa, 12 years on and having a preteen to bring up. Who should I bump into but Mason? How did I feel about that, Had Mason changed enough to consider a friendship with him. Did I want my daughter to meet him? So many questions

This is a great story, full of ups and downs. Love and loss. Omega/Alpha, Shifters. Never having read any of the series before, I was happy that it didn't take away from this story.

I will try and read some of the others now as I enjoyed it a lot. I did speed up the narrator to 1.25.


Mason's Regret
Timberwood Cove, Book 10
By: Liam Kingsley
Narrated by: Mark Stilwell
Series: Timberwood Cove, Book 10
Length: 6 hrs and 31 mins


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📚📚📚📚📚 Story
Read at 1.25 speed on Audible

[Fiona · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mason and River were best friends in college, but what River didn’t know was that he was Mason’s fated mate. Mason was too young he thought to claim his fated mate, he just wanted to have fun. River wanted to give Mason one more chance, but Mason once again failed the test.

River tells Mason they are done and he leaves him. The River’s brother and his mate die and leave their brand new baby daughter for River to raise. River is a medical student, he now has the responsibility of raising his niece Izzy.

Eleven years later and Mason meets up with River again. There is a lot of pain and hurt for both men that they have to deal with, plus Izzy’s uncle wants both River and Izzy back. Will they work things out? Will they forgive each other? You won’t be disappointed with reading this book. These wonderful characters will warm your heart.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Claudia · Rating 4 out of 5]

College students River and Mason had been friends for a long time, but River wants more than young Mason is willing to give at that time.
12 years later sees both of them meeting again. River is a responsible parent to his orphaned niece and obstetrician to the shifter community of Timberwood. Mason had returned to his pack, which is located just outside of Timberwood. Meeting is a shock for both of them, but letting go of his anger is difficult for River, especially when he hears Mason tell that he is his fated mate.
A good story, blending pre-teen girls with a difficult relationship and wooing. AS usual, we meet the usual gang of the Timberwood Cove and Oceanside Packs.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Kitt · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this sweet second-chance story. River loved Mason when they were younger. but Mason didn't feel the same attachment. River was heart-broken when Mason blew him off to attend a party, then devastated when he loses his brother and Mason is not there to support him. River moves on while taking care of his niece. They meet up 12 years later, and the older Mason wants River now. Can River forgive Mason and can they reconnnect, or have the passage of time and River's duties to his niece separated them forever. I loved River and Isabella; Mason took me more time to warm up to. There is pain, heart-break, love. tenderness, family drama, and passion in this sweet story.

I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving this honest review.

[Courtney Turner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Omg! This story was epic! River and Mason have a tragic past. A past that you might think they can’t get past. A past that broke them both. Mason knew his fated mate was River when they first met. But he broke Rivers heart and chose to be a playboy and keep his mate as a friend. That could ruin any friendship. But when they come together again years later it will take more then an apology to fix what was seriously broken. This book with break your heart. But it will also slowly see it back together and you get to witness the sweetest happy ending! Loved this love story and I can’t wait for the next book!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Amanda at WickedGoodReads · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am so glad I found this author! I started this series late in the game, so this is my second book in this series to read. Since then I have went and started reading the other series this author has written, and I am in LOVE with them as well!

Mason and River, honestly...I adored them. Their past friendship was mishandled in all kinds of ways, that's for sure, but...they were young. Is that an excuse for Mason to NOT tell River he was his fated mate, when he KNEW then? No! But, they needed the years and time to grow, IMO.
The relationship in present date is based on their already established friendship, and the animosity from any issues of the past quick fall to the wayside.
They were adorable! And, oh boy I cannot wait for the next book!!!!!

[Toni · Rating 3 out of 5]

cute romance

First book with this author and I have to say it wasn’t bad. A bit predictable and I haven’t read any m/m romances that actually had one of them getting pregnant so it was interesting.

As this was my first book with this author, I didn’t get that he calls humans Omegas, or am I wrong and it’s only certain humans he calls omegas…the ones that can get preggers??? I took two points off for that as that made it super confusing and a for the fact that it was a shifter book with no actual shifting, there were too many alphas, so that too was confusing, I also found it disappointing that we didn’t get to experience River’s first shift. Other than that it was a cute romance.

[Justine Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this amazing series of fated mates, packs, and children. In this beautifully written book of friends to lovers and second chances, River and Mason have to find their way back to each other. After River's brother and mate die he had to care for his baby niece. Years later some how River ends up living in the same town as Mason and they finally run into each other. You can't run from Fate no matter how hard you try. Mason and River are so sweet together.
I love the little tease at the end to see who's book is next.
I highly recommend this book and series.

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[Sara Sigler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mason knew that River was his fated mate in college but he didn’t want to do anything about it. But he treated River very bad, but one date lost again after so many that he told Mason he couldn’t do it anymore. Then his was called home because his brother and mate were in critical condition and both of them didn’t make it, but they put in the will that he was to raise their daughter Izzy. He tried to get ahold of Mason but got no answer so he just gave up. Then 11 years later River and Izzy moved close to where Mason lived but hadn’t seen him until at one the pack parties. But things got worked out and talked out, they became mates and Mason adopted Izzy and had a son!

[casvec · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Timberwoods Cove series is one of the best shifter series I have read. Each story Liam has weaved a tail of love, romance, pain and heartache. Mason's Regret breaks my heart of all the pain both River and Mason had to go through to be able to find one another again.

Mason grew up alot in years he and River were separated, he always felt like he was missing a piece of himself. River was thrown into a bad relationship after his brother died and he became guardian of his niece.

Mason and River's journey is a tough and painful, but in the end is a powerful love.

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[Caroline Doig · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is book 10 to the Timberwood Cove series and I’ve loved each and every book to this series and Liam Kingsley still amazes me with his m/m mpreg stories. This story is about an human omega River who asked his best friend Mason out on a date River was going to tell Mason about his feelings for him but Mason never turned up so River was done with him. Years later after a devastating accident River gets custody of his niece Isabella then he runs into Mason but River wants nothing to do with him, so can Mason prove to River that he has grown up and wants to be a family?. Loved this story it’s a fantastic read and I highly recommend this book it’s definitely well worth the read.

[Coline Peterson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mason was my best friend in college and I loved him so, but he treated me terribly, blew me off on our date, picked up random omegas. So I told him I was finished, that I didn't want anything to do with him and that we weren't friends anymore. But on my way home I found out my brother and his mate were in a horrible accident and the next thing I know I'm a father to my niece. Ten years later who walks in but Mason acting like we are best friends and telling me I'm his fated mate, like none of this stuff happened between us in the past. But we keep running in to each other and I decide it's time to talk about the past and maybe we can figure us out together.