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Markus
Nightshade Falls is supernatural playground where anything goes. Anything except a Vampire and a Shifter together, in love.
Zoey
We should have been bonded forever...
But my future mate, chose me above all others only to walk away with another.
And not just anyone— my best-friend.
Make that Ex best-friend.
I was barely hanging on when Markus shows up, sending me on a free-fall with his dangerous good looks and mysterious stormy gray eyes.
He could be the one to set me free and unleash a desire I never imagined, if only our mating wasn’t forbidden.
When danger comes stalking me, Markus is the only one who can protect me, but protecting me might lead us down a path neither of us is ready for.
Markus
I have a job to do, I can’t afford any distractions.
The moment I step into the mountain bar, I can’t tear my gaze away from the gorgeous shifter I haven’t seen before.
It isn’t just her body that holds me captive, but there’s something in her eyes that I recognize—loneliness, betrayal. I know both well.
She looks so lost. Damn if I don’t want to be the one to find her.
A vampire’s primal urges are hard to control, harder than any other supernatural and when we want something, we go after it.
I want Zoey. Even though I shouldn’t... our species are enemies. The urge to take her, protect her is primal, one I can’t ignore.
Taking her won’t be for just a night... my touch will seal our fate. I might be able to save her, but I could damn us both in the process.
Zoey
We should have been bonded forever...
But my future mate, chose me above all others only to walk away with another.
And not just anyone— my best-friend.
Make that Ex best-friend.
I was barely hanging on when Markus shows up, sending me on a free-fall with his dangerous good looks and mysterious stormy gray eyes.
He could be the one to set me free and unleash a desire I never imagined, if only our mating wasn’t forbidden.
When danger comes stalking me, Markus is the only one who can protect me, but protecting me might lead us down a path neither of us is ready for.
Markus
I have a job to do, I can’t afford any distractions.
The moment I step into the mountain bar, I can’t tear my gaze away from the gorgeous shifter I haven’t seen before.
It isn’t just her body that holds me captive, but there’s something in her eyes that I recognize—loneliness, betrayal. I know both well.
She looks so lost. Damn if I don’t want to be the one to find her.
A vampire’s primal urges are hard to control, harder than any other supernatural and when we want something, we go after it.
I want Zoey. Even though I shouldn’t... our species are enemies. The urge to take her, protect her is primal, one I can’t ignore.
Taking her won’t be for just a night... my touch will seal our fate. I might be able to save her, but I could damn us both in the process.
- GenresParanormal
162 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 20, 2020
34 people are currently reading
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About the author
M.A. Gonzales
9 books79 followersI love writing books full of erotic heat with fierce, independent, passionate women and the hot alpha males who love them. I get excited about action packed stories full of excitement that shows a couple’s journey, whether it be a personal journey and moving on from the past or falling in love surrounded by danger and adventure. Writing about people overcoming impossible odds and fulfilling themselves and their goals is so important to me, it calls to me. It’s the same thing I love to see in real life and deeply believe in my heart that we can all accomplish.
Most of the time I focus on stories that have a dangerous sometimes dark theme. Most are a mixture of action & adventure, and steamy, hot romance. Overcoming deep seated issues personally and showing how it effects their relationship is what falling in love is all about. The constant theme in all of my books is sexy, scorching hot romance. I guarantee that my stories will leave you hot and bothered, panting for more.
A loud, tattooed workaholic, I love reading and the ocean speaks to my soul. I’m a wine and chocolate lover, who stares dreamily into sunsets and vows to one day live by the ocean surrounded by animals, the countryside and a big family.
Most of the time I focus on stories that have a dangerous sometimes dark theme. Most are a mixture of action & adventure, and steamy, hot romance. Overcoming deep seated issues personally and showing how it effects their relationship is what falling in love is all about. The constant theme in all of my books is sexy, scorching hot romance. I guarantee that my stories will leave you hot and bothered, panting for more.
A loud, tattooed workaholic, I love reading and the ocean speaks to my soul. I’m a wine and chocolate lover, who stares dreamily into sunsets and vows to one day live by the ocean surrounded by animals, the countryside and a big family.
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August 9, 2020
***ARC received by the author for an honest review.***
Firstly I'd like to thank the author for giving me a chance to review this book.
Honestly, I was a bit hesitant before starting this story since I'm not a big fan of cross breed series. It's either complete vampires or shape shifters for me. But this story had me pleasantly surprised.
This is the story of Zoey and Markus. Zoey has been scorned in the worst way and she wants to forget it all and begin anew. That's when she meets Markus who has been harboring secrets of his own. The chemistry is fiery and the unexpected mating connection between them melts your heart.
It is filled with action, twists and is well written and easy to read through. I finished it in one sitting! Definitely recommended to fans of the paranormal.
Firstly I'd like to thank the author for giving me a chance to review this book.
Honestly, I was a bit hesitant before starting this story since I'm not a big fan of cross breed series. It's either complete vampires or shape shifters for me. But this story had me pleasantly surprised.
This is the story of Zoey and Markus. Zoey has been scorned in the worst way and she wants to forget it all and begin anew. That's when she meets Markus who has been harboring secrets of his own. The chemistry is fiery and the unexpected mating connection between them melts your heart.
It is filled with action, twists and is well written and easy to read through. I finished it in one sitting! Definitely recommended to fans of the paranormal.
July 27, 2020
I received the ARC for an honest review! This was an absolutely wonderful book, and I can’t wait to get my hands on more by this author! Markus was a fun, easy to read, enjoyable, “couldn’t put down”, book! The story is very well built, and well rounded. I enjoyed each of the characters, and I want to get to know more about them. Zoey and Markus’ story at times made me want to rush through the pages to see what would happen next, and by the time I knew it, the book was over! I thoroughly enjoyed this book, and I recommend it, 10/10 Ooh, and the intensity between Z&M? Outrageous. I don’t often read out of my comfort zone, but I do recommend this book to shake things up!
July 21, 2020
It's PNR romances with a touch of forbidden greatness.
We all know that shifters and vampires normally don't tend to mingle right?.
Well...
Zoey and Markus didn't quite get the memo on PNR romance do's and don't's.
What starts off as a pity party for one because Zoey's nursing a broken heart and bruised ego, turns into a whole lot more than she bargained for.
Let's just say Zoey and Markus's journey kicks off with a bang and really doesn't stop from that point. I mean we get some real personal deets early on and I was LIVING FOR THE FILTH.
Did someone say Jacobs ladder?..
The steam of it all.
I loved their journey. It was never going to be a easy road for them and they had many obstacles in their way to a HEA but I do love how their story unfolds.
As characters they are a full package. Easy to relate to, multidimensional and just all round, really likeable characters. The chemistry between them is absolute fire, and I love the connection that just grew in strength as their story progressed.
Everything just fits together seamlessly. The plot is intriguing and suspenseful which kept me locked in wanting and needing more. There was never a dull moment. I swooned, fumed and laughed my way through the story and honestly felt sad when it came to an end. It's got all the good feels with a dash of action and suspense with a touch of forbidden greatness just to keep things interesting. Also, the side characters have me all kinds of curious and I want more!!. LOVED IT.
As a whole it's just a really great PNR read and I'm so excited to see where this series goes because the first one certainly went off with a bang!.
We all know that shifters and vampires normally don't tend to mingle right?.
Well...
Zoey and Markus didn't quite get the memo on PNR romance do's and don't's.
What starts off as a pity party for one because Zoey's nursing a broken heart and bruised ego, turns into a whole lot more than she bargained for.
Let's just say Zoey and Markus's journey kicks off with a bang and really doesn't stop from that point. I mean we get some real personal deets early on and I was LIVING FOR THE FILTH.
Did someone say Jacobs ladder?..
The steam of it all.
I loved their journey. It was never going to be a easy road for them and they had many obstacles in their way to a HEA but I do love how their story unfolds.
As characters they are a full package. Easy to relate to, multidimensional and just all round, really likeable characters. The chemistry between them is absolute fire, and I love the connection that just grew in strength as their story progressed.
Everything just fits together seamlessly. The plot is intriguing and suspenseful which kept me locked in wanting and needing more. There was never a dull moment. I swooned, fumed and laughed my way through the story and honestly felt sad when it came to an end. It's got all the good feels with a dash of action and suspense with a touch of forbidden greatness just to keep things interesting. Also, the side characters have me all kinds of curious and I want more!!. LOVED IT.
As a whole it's just a really great PNR read and I'm so excited to see where this series goes because the first one certainly went off with a bang!.
July 23, 2020
SIGN ME UP! I want to go to this shifter place. M.A. had me right away from the first chapter. Poor Zoey is a tiger shifter. Markus is an ancient powerful Vampire. From her first notice she is attracted to Markus. There is a powerful connection between them. I love that about mates...even though they didn’t realizes mates right away they could not escape each other. Zoey’s confused because she thought she was going to mate someone but he cheated on her. This book gives you so much drama with Isabella (wicked B&&&&&). I honestly could not stop reading. This book drew me in with it’s writing, the characters and freaking steam up my IPAD sex. HOLY CRAP! And I am a huge sucker for mates. I love that this is a HEA and a standalone but you know you have to read more of the upcoming series...Those brothers of hers and Kane...some serious Alpha hotness. Ohh when Markus calls hi sister Nik..laughing out loud!
July 19, 2020
This is a book filled with action and steamy romance! The story of a shifter abandoned by her destined mate for her best friend, and a sexy vampire, not a welcomed relationship in their community. After their first meeting a vampire from his past attacks complicating things more. This is a story filled with emotions and steamy romance between shifter and vampire. The storyline is great and the characters well defined and interesting. If this is the first book in this new series I can't wait for the next one!
July 28, 2020
Really enjoyed this book. I fell for Markus and the way he was in this book was really good. This author has a way of making me become so invested in these characters that I think about them even after I am done. This book was no exception.
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July 20, 2020
Zoey is a shifter who moves closer to her brothers after heartbreak. The first night she meets Markus who is a vampire the attraction is instantaneous but seemingly to be discouraged as shifters and vampires don't really get involved. Markus is then forced to save Zoey from a dangerous situation which pushes them both into facing the truth about their feelings and as it turns out that Markus has been suspecting that they are mates. This book has got a lot of steamy scenes and a HEA for this couple but does set you up for tangential characters who I presume will have books such as Zoey's brothers. This story has enough intrigue and plot twists to keep you entertained and the two main characters have great chemistry and you really want things to work out for them. I love the way this author structures her stories; she pulls you in from the first chapter and the plot and characters never disappoint. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who loves paranormal reads with HEA endings and hot alpha males.
July 22, 2020
This was my first by the author. I love paranormal so that’s right up my alley! This is the story of Zoey who’s had her heart crushed by the male she thought was her mate only to have him cheat on her by her supposedly best friend. That same best friend now flaunts the mating mark that Cody gave her and everything the woman does is petty towards Zoey and she can’t take it anymore and goes back home to escape the heartbreak and heal. She begins working for her brother and meets a very interesting very sexy vampire named Markus but regardless the two species don’t mix never have never will. So she can drool over him but never actually have him and that’s her burden to bear. However sometimes things happen that are unexpected and beyond ones control.
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Overall this read was engaging and had me from the first chapter. I loved seeing everything take shape and form. It’s definitely a page turner and Markus is all alpha, hot and smoldering. He protects those he cares about and makes the reader swoon.. Really looking forward to seeing what the author gives us next!
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Overall this read was engaging and had me from the first chapter. I loved seeing everything take shape and form. It’s definitely a page turner and Markus is all alpha, hot and smoldering. He protects those he cares about and makes the reader swoon.. Really looking forward to seeing what the author gives us next!
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July 22, 2020
This is the first book by this author that I’ve read. It was good. I liked that Zoey will fight for the one she loves.
I like that this book talks about prejudice and fighting against it. It’s prejudice against vampires and some shifters will not tolerate it.
There’s an instant pull and attraction between Markus and Zoey. But Zoey’s a shifter and Markus is a vampire and though he’s friends with Trex, Zoey’s brother, it’s something he warns her against. Trex doesn’t want her to get with Markus but nothing and no one can come between what they share.
It’s very descriptive but it works for this book. It helps you understand about the different shifters and vampires.
It’s very sexy and hot they eat Markus and Zoey go at each other. Of course it has a villain, who’s pure evil. I love what happens to the villain and who does it.
I love how the tiger in Zoey reacts to Markus.
I enjoyed the book from beginning to end. I would recommend it.
I like that this book talks about prejudice and fighting against it. It’s prejudice against vampires and some shifters will not tolerate it.
There’s an instant pull and attraction between Markus and Zoey. But Zoey’s a shifter and Markus is a vampire and though he’s friends with Trex, Zoey’s brother, it’s something he warns her against. Trex doesn’t want her to get with Markus but nothing and no one can come between what they share.
It’s very descriptive but it works for this book. It helps you understand about the different shifters and vampires.
It’s very sexy and hot they eat Markus and Zoey go at each other. Of course it has a villain, who’s pure evil. I love what happens to the villain and who does it.
I love how the tiger in Zoey reacts to Markus.
I enjoyed the book from beginning to end. I would recommend it.
July 22, 2020
An excellent paranormal romance read
Zoey, a tiger shifter with a broken heart, is sent to wait on Markus, a vampire with secrets, at her brother’s bar when another waitress refuses to wait on him. As the story progresses an enemy from his past makes an appearance, choices are made when clouded, and drastic measures must be taken to even think about having a future together. M.A. Gonzales has once again provided an excellent paranormal romance read. This book takes a slightly lighter path and follows different rules than her Dark Tide Chronicles series. I eagerly await the next book with baited breath.
Zoey, a tiger shifter with a broken heart, is sent to wait on Markus, a vampire with secrets, at her brother’s bar when another waitress refuses to wait on him. As the story progresses an enemy from his past makes an appearance, choices are made when clouded, and drastic measures must be taken to even think about having a future together. M.A. Gonzales has once again provided an excellent paranormal romance read. This book takes a slightly lighter path and follows different rules than her Dark Tide Chronicles series. I eagerly await the next book with baited breath.
July 20, 2020
Great start to this new series. Can't wait to see more of these characters - strong but vulnerable and all beautifully broken.
Markus is a super-tough and extremely old vampire and Zoey is a tiger shifter - these are natural born enemies but neither can deny the extreme attraction between them. Can they overcome the prejudices, oh and also a super-crazy vampire ex-girlfriend that wants to make Markus suffer??
Markus is a super-tough and extremely old vampire and Zoey is a tiger shifter - these are natural born enemies but neither can deny the extreme attraction between them. Can they overcome the prejudices, oh and also a super-crazy vampire ex-girlfriend that wants to make Markus suffer??
July 20, 2020
Are you looking for a steamy book that has a great storyline? Then this is the one for you. Markus is a vampire and Zoey is a tiger. When they meet for the first time, the chemistry is immediate. Can they work through the issues of these two species who don’t normally like each other and live a happy life together. Oh, I sure hope so. Zoey’s brothers were part of this story as well, so I hope that we get to read about them in the near future.
July 20, 2020
What happens when Zoey, a tiger shifter, who has her heart broken from a guy who wanted to bond with her, and moves to where her brothers are, is attracted to a vampire? Read Markus to find out!! Zoey and Markus have such amazing chemistry that you will not be able to put the book down until you are finished!! M.A. Gonzales never disappoints me!
July 20, 2020
So if Paranormal romance and steamy Vampire sex sound good. This is the book for you! Really enjoyed the characters. Markus and Zoey are a steaming hot couple who both care about the world and others.Soul mates and intense attraction yet hits the heartstrings.
July 22, 2020
Markus is sizzling hot and action packed!
It'll will have you on the edge of seat, you won't be able to devour this novel quick enough.
Markus, a vampire alpha that'll leave you Swooning, and Zoey a shifter, who is a complete badass.
A serious must read.
It'll will have you on the edge of seat, you won't be able to devour this novel quick enough.
Markus, a vampire alpha that'll leave you Swooning, and Zoey a shifter, who is a complete badass.
A serious must read.
July 23, 2020
This book is wonderful and so sexy. There was a twist I was not expecting and I loved it! I highly recommend this book not only for the story but I also love MG's writing style!! I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
July 19, 2020
This book was SO good. I couldn't put it down. Very steamy!!! The dynamic between Markus and Zoey is so sensual. I can't wait for the next in the series!!
July 20, 2020
Incredibly powerful writing. The characters seemed to leap off the page at me and demand my attention. I only wish I could give it more stars. Fantastic chemistry and world building
July 20, 2020
I really enjoyed this book. The main characters are interesting and their story evolves really nicely throughout.
July 21, 2020
I loved this book! The chemistry between Markus and Zoey was off the charts. I love paranormal books and this is exactly what I love read. when a vampire and a shifter get together the story is always amazing and steamy 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
July 23, 2020
This book was well written. I wish I had a few more chapters but very well written I don't want to say too much to give anyway spoilers but I couldn't put it down
August 7, 2021
Markus
Holy shiznet!!! What a gr8 story. A forbidden love between a shifter and a vampire. A psycho vampire looking for vengeance. I recommend this read. 5 Thumbs up
Holy shiznet!!! What a gr8 story. A forbidden love between a shifter and a vampire. A psycho vampire looking for vengeance. I recommend this read. 5 Thumbs up
October 26, 2020
I really enjoyed Zoey and Markus's story. A different take on a Shifter and vampire relationship. Would like to read more about this family.
November 28, 2020
This is a totally new genre for me. I have never read a paranormal story prior to this book. Everyone needs to step out of his or her comfort zone and I certainly did when reading this book.
The main characters are Zoey who is a white tiger shifter has moved back to the town where her brothers live. She is now working in her brother’s bar where she serves and meets Markus, who is a Vampire.
It’s not a common thing for Vampires and Shifters to be anything, except maybe friends, but right from the beginning when Zoey gets a drink for Markus there seems to be some kind of chemistry between them.
After work, as she is walking to her car, Zoey is attacked by three bear shifters and a very nasty female vampire (Isabella). Apparently, Isabella once had a relationship with Markus and nasty vampire that she is believes he has something she wants. Three bears against one drugged tiger shifter doesn’t make for even odds, and then throw in a very nasty vampire and it appears that Zoey won’t make it home alive, until Markus arrives and saves Zoey’s life.
I was pulled further into the story by M. A. Gonzales writing style. Her skill at moving up to and through an incident or an event had me walking through scenes that felt like there were happening in front of my eyes. As she takes you from scene to scene, you feel the characters, see their hesitance and most definitely can feel the sexual attraction and tension between Zoey and Markus.
As the story of these two lovers and the danger that they have to deal with becomes life threatening to both, it’s not a hard job to sit back and root for Zoey and Markus to overcome the danger that is literally on their doorstep.
I’m going to say, if you are a lover of paranormal stories that contain action and a very strong sexual element, M. A. Gonzales is what you are looking for.
The main characters are Zoey who is a white tiger shifter has moved back to the town where her brothers live. She is now working in her brother’s bar where she serves and meets Markus, who is a Vampire.
It’s not a common thing for Vampires and Shifters to be anything, except maybe friends, but right from the beginning when Zoey gets a drink for Markus there seems to be some kind of chemistry between them.
After work, as she is walking to her car, Zoey is attacked by three bear shifters and a very nasty female vampire (Isabella). Apparently, Isabella once had a relationship with Markus and nasty vampire that she is believes he has something she wants. Three bears against one drugged tiger shifter doesn’t make for even odds, and then throw in a very nasty vampire and it appears that Zoey won’t make it home alive, until Markus arrives and saves Zoey’s life.
I was pulled further into the story by M. A. Gonzales writing style. Her skill at moving up to and through an incident or an event had me walking through scenes that felt like there were happening in front of my eyes. As she takes you from scene to scene, you feel the characters, see their hesitance and most definitely can feel the sexual attraction and tension between Zoey and Markus.
As the story of these two lovers and the danger that they have to deal with becomes life threatening to both, it’s not a hard job to sit back and root for Zoey and Markus to overcome the danger that is literally on their doorstep.
I’m going to say, if you are a lover of paranormal stories that contain action and a very strong sexual element, M. A. Gonzales is what you are looking for.
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January 21, 2021 50%
Ok ...this one isn’t because of my ADHD , seriously hahaha the thing is .... I was in the middle of the book and ...the inner dialogues are so BIG that is almost impossible to stay focused in the book , the things just doesn’t happen !!!! Like the focus is everywhere , less in the storyline...goddess in the beginning I was a little depressed because damn !!! The inner dialogue of the female lead just ....sucks seriously I thought that she feeling sorry about the almost mate thing was never going to end .
Ok ...this one isn’t because of my ADHD , seriously hahaha the thing is .... I was in the middle of the book and ...the inner dialogues are so BIG that is almost impossible to stay focused in the book , the things just doesn’t happen !!!! Like the focus is everywhere , less in the storyline...goddess in the beginning I was a little depressed because damn !!! The inner dialogue of the female lead just ....sucks seriously I thought that she feeling sorry about the almost mate thing was never going to end .
July 29, 2020
This is a new to me author and I was not disappointed. I loved the story and the characters. I look forward to much more from this author.
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
July 30, 2020
Such an amazing read. I felt connected to Zoey and her heartbreak. This author has a way of bringing you and feeling invested in what is going on. Markus is dark and sexy. Highly recommend reading this for anyone loving paranormal.
September 5, 2021
Half done
I don’t really know how I felt about this book…. It left me feeling like it was half done. Feeling as though the story line could have been better like pieces were missing and there were a lot of grammatical errors…..
I don’t really know how I felt about this book…. It left me feeling like it was half done. Feeling as though the story line could have been better like pieces were missing and there were a lot of grammatical errors…..
August 15, 2021
This story has potential but it is in desperate need of editing.
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