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Midnight Mate

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One will be saved, the other will be sacrificed.

Ten years ago, Easton Raines left his pack and his home to start a better life. After a decade of running, he returns home to find his world much like he left it: broken and empty.

And now, he’s broken too.

Catherine Bequette is overworked and under-loved. Between running a new business and avoiding an ex who doesn’t understand the meaning of ‘it’s over,’ Cat doesn’t have time for distractions.

Then she sees him.

Cat’s loved Easton since high school, even before she knew about the creature inside him, and even after all these years apart, their spark is still lightning-fierce.
Easton’s determined to heal himself and hightail it out of town, no strings attached, even if that string was once the love of his life. But when Cat’s past catches up with them both, it’s more than their relationship at stake. It’s someone’s life.

177 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 26, 2020

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Heather Hildenbrand

179 books1,452 followers
Heather Hildenbrand lives in coastal Virginia where she writes paranormal and fantasy romance with strong-willed heroines and dark, grumpy heroes who’ll burn the world down for their mate. Her most frequent hobbies are cuddling with her giant goldendoodles, riding country roads on the back of her husband’s motorcycle, and avoiding killer slugs.

You can find out more about Heather and her books at heatherhildenbrand.com.

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1,507 reviews9 followers
December 16, 2021
I love Paranormal Romance, and this one was really well done. East & Cat are such an awesome couple/mates. I got this book free for signing up for the author’s newsletter, and I’m REALLY GLAD I did!!!! I’m enjoying her writing a lot. The Lone Wolf series is so so good!!!
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895 reviews2 followers
June 17, 2020
I couldn't help but fall for Easton as soon as I began reading about his. He's the epitome of the brooding, bad boy, coming home to try to heal He doesn't want to be there because the memories are too much, and so little has changed. Running into Catherine wasn't something he planned on, but it was something that was inevitable. And how he changes when he's around her from the beginning of the story until the end becomes such a heartbreaking transformation. Cat was a strong woman with a tough attitude, but there's no way she can stand up to her past alone. That's where Easton comes in. And the fireworks between them are blazing.

I love this author's work. She takes us on such amazing adventures, constantly turning what could be a simple love story into something more, something I can sink my teeth into that makes it difficult to walk away and leave it alone. This one is another wonderful adventure that plays on the heartstrings. It leaves me looking forward to finding out what she'll write next.
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1,365 reviews98 followers
May 21, 2020
The cover has me absolutely drooling over it!! It's gorgeous!! This was one unputdownable book!! Easton was very entertaining! He was a lot of fun to read about. He was a sad soul with a good reason to never have to return to his roots. He had a sad past and refused the pack life. His mate is one brave and sweet lady. She had a heart of gold and did the right thing with a cool collected manner. Together, they were explosive both in and out of the the sheets. Rudy was a fabulous character and he is the ultimate friend. This story was alluring and a page turner! Don't pass this by!!! Heather Hildenbrand is one of my favorite one-click authors because I always know that I'm going to love the new adventure she's going to take me on!!
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429 reviews3 followers
May 30, 2020
Great story line and amazing character chemistry

A interesting beginning with Easton starting out and I love how this author did more than one POV so we got to also hear from Cat. It had some adventurous scenes and the romantic parts were epic. I loved Rudy who was the kind of friend I think we all need. It was pretty fast paced but I honestly didn’t think it made a difference because your so enamored with the story that you can’t wait for the next scene to play itself out in your head. A great HEA and another winner for this author.
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113 reviews4 followers
May 22, 2020
An amazingly written story by Heather Hildenbrand. I couldn't put it down. A gripping supernatural romance with a twist ending.
I loved Easton's suave and caring attitude, he is a true swoonworthy heart throb. Most female characters are helpless damsels, but not Cat. She has a no nonsense stance on life and she doesn't have time to mess around. Another great character is Rudy. Oh Rudy, you are my spirit animal. You made me lol so hard.
I loved this book❤
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1,673 reviews
May 27, 2020
Heather Hildenbrand is one of the few authors who can write a novelette and still make it feel like a full and complete story! I never feel like the it is rushed or that we don't get every emotion out of the characters. I loved this story! Easton and Cat are adorable and although there is a lot going against them including problems from the past, these two will fight for one another. I hope we get more from this world and the characters in future books.
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282 reviews3 followers
May 28, 2020
Heather Hildenbrand quickly turned into a one click author for me and books like this one are the reason. As soon as I read the fight chapter I was hooked and flew through the pages. Easton is super sexy but with a dark past. Cat is a great MC she’s strong and has a great best friend. This book had me laughing so much my cheeks were hurting. I definitely recommend this book it’s definitely worth the read!
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456 reviews12 followers
May 29, 2020
What an amazing and quick read it was. It was exactly what I needed to get me from a book funk! Since then I read 5 books already <3 and i love it!

Ms Hildenbrand has took me on a rollercoaster of emotion. She broke my heart and at the same time she glued it together.

I like the fact that the book is not only about romance. But there is more to it. Even though it’s a short story.

Well done! And I need Easton in my life!
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741 reviews5 followers
February 2, 2022
Great Read 💖

This is the second time I've read something by heather and she does not disappoint 👏 this was a great little standalone about high school sweethearts finding their way back to eachother. Throw in some drama with an ex who won't walk away from Cat and painful past threatening to make Easton run again they have to decide if all the risks are worth it a second time around...
Definitely recommend reading 📚
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931 reviews14 followers
May 27, 2020
Second chance romance!
It was raw and gives you all the heartfelt vibes! Loved it! Easton has had it rough and coming home was not what he expected -he ran away for a reason. Demons resurface and the only good thing is seeing his old sweetheart - the one he left behind. Pack with family drama, crazy ex-lover and a cool funny roommate! Must read!
43 reviews
June 8, 2020
Easton and Cat❤

So Easton, yum! Add Cat and Wow! These two have not sparks but flames. The baddies in this book really get what they deserve. I really enjoyed this story that I have actually read it twice now. I know it's a stand alone book but I wouldn't mind a follow up on Easton and Cat.
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437 reviews2 followers
May 26, 2020
Sweet young love

Heather out did herself with this one.

The story changes the way you think of shifters and what a true mate means. I loved how the characters evolve and find their way, even if it isn't traditional.
Well worth reading time and time again!
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97 reviews
May 29, 2020
It was a great story full of love and betrayal...

Or so she thought...Cat had no idea why East left until he returned and the truth was discovered...this story was great and full of ups and downs...as well as surprises!
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May 24, 2022
Cute werewolf romance

This was exactly what I needed. A quick read with low level spice and a mate denial bond. It was cute and had just the righy amount of tension for the story to be good.
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659 reviews2 followers
May 22, 2020
Swoon!

Midnight Mate is endearing and sexy with a lot of depth. The story is romantic in a world that is full of heartbreak, hope, and second chances.

Loved it!
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56 reviews1 follower
May 24, 2020
I loved this story! For a novelette, it had a little bit of everything without feeling rushed or forced. Great read!
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5 reviews
May 24, 2020
What a great read! I’m begging the author to please write more of this story! I need to know about the rest of the men of midnight falls!
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1,820 reviews19 followers
May 26, 2020
This is a great story. So fun and easy to read. I absolutely fell in love with it. The characters are amazing and I want to know more about the town, and the rest of the characters
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551 reviews2 followers
May 30, 2020
Favorite Quote:
“Rudy, what the hell did I tell you about sneaking up on me?” I demanded.
“I didn’t sneak. The door’s wide open, and I’m standing in the mother-loving hallway in plain sight.”

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Author 9 books24 followers
May 30, 2020
Amazing

Another amazing read from this wonderful author. I have yet to find one of her books that I don’t love.
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Author 7 books15 followers
June 5, 2020
Love it

I love Cat and Easton's story. Heather has a way of making you fall in love with every character she writes. I love it
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294 reviews1 follower
April 12, 2024
I really liked it! There were some minor plot holes that I would've liked to be filled but other than that this is a good second chance romance. Definitely recommend.
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899 reviews39 followers
May 29, 2020
I first read this book in an anthology. But when it is is own separate read it is nothing shy of amazing. There’s more to this story now that it is a standalone and I love it. From the start of the book until the ending I was captivated. As with all of Heather’s other books, I highly recommend this read! Get it now!
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