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Runaway Dragon Mates #2

Alpha Dragon's Forbidden Mate

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Becoming a runaway bride and escaping my fiancé wasn’t the end of my troubles.
Falling in love with a dragon shifter was a start to another chapter…
I followed my dreams of becoming a broadcast reporter.
Little did I know that my life was about to drastically change.
Falling in love with my professor was a bad idea.
But neither of us could resist the connection.
Jaime is risking his career to be with me.
He’s obsessed with protecting me.
And the smallest attempt of someone trying to harm me is unbearable for him.
But all the previous danger is nothing compared to what might be coming.

When the secrets are revealed, can the two of us fight the world and our own demons for the sake of our love?

Each book in this sexy-as-sin series can each be read as standalones, and has no cliffhangers, but are best read in order.

Warning: Adults Only

162 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 29, 2021

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Profile Image for Jade.
1,815 reviews8 followers
July 13, 2021
I tried, I really tried to get into this series but the story was lack luster and the shifters are nothing special. The background crime story still doesn't give much away which I am sure will fill the 3rd and final book but I just can't do it. I have not enjoyed these books and I will not torture myself with the 3rd book.
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336 reviews21 followers
July 12, 2021
She never saw it coming

I have to admit this really was a terrific book, ticking many of the boxes when it came down to strong independent self assured women.
Cassidy realises I a flash of self preservation that her soon to be ex was the exact opposite In personality than she thought, for most of their relationship Cassidy had compromised allowing Ben to basically be the person who decided on everything that occurred within this dysfunctional pairing.
It was time to change, even though Cassidy believed herself in love, she knew staying together was not an option, Ben would never allow her to be herself or have any independence, so taking a deep breath she did the deed and suddenly she she is twenty six and single.
There is definitely enough action to go around in fact I think between the chemistry that is buzzing between Jamie and Cassidy along with the never ending people trying to create havoc in their lives these two gorgeous characters find themselves central to almost anything that occurs around them.
It's as if they are magnets for trouble, both seem to find themselves either the cause or result of someone else's drama, somehow due to other's focusing on Janie and Cassidy they become the focus of individual vendettas.
As is usual with dragon's Jamie is extremely protective of Cassidy, but due to many different reasons, Cassidy believes he has a bit of a hot temper and is over reacting, but she is soon to find out being over cautious is definitely a positive reaction considering what happens when Cassidy thinks she is safe.
These two characters are simply gorgeous together, I found myself chuckling at a few of their crazy antics and how well they bumped off each other, they certainly balance and compliment each other, the only issue really is Cassidy having trust issues, but time would alleviate that
I am not going to say much more about the storyline because I will end up spilling something, although I must say Ms Meadows did a terrific job of finely balancing two very strong characters, especially when Cassidy is a strong determined and independent woman who is having a relationship with an alpha male, but this male knows how to accept strength where its due and Jamie finds himself drawn to this side of Cassidy's personality..
I must praise these superb characters it was so easy to see feel and relate to the numerous situations they found themselves neck deep in while always supporting each other in anything they chose to do.
If paranormal romance is a favourite of yours then you really do need to grab a copy of this book today, you will be sitting back and enjoying every page you turn. I highly recommend the book to all paranormal romance lovers.
Profile Image for Dark Widow.
103 reviews
December 29, 2025
In what era is this book supposed to be written in; the words used are not from the modern age. Passage from actual book.

“I got accepted to the university, kiddo,” I went on, feeling slightly cheered by the conversation. “Scholarship, ditto. Ben refused to be happy for me, said it’s all my fault, then I booted him in his keister.”

Who says kiddo and to a grown woman at that? And, keister?? Sounds like it should be dialogue from the 60's. Here's another which belongs in the 20's

“Am I?” I asked. “Then why do I feel like a heel?”

Huh?! And I'm to believe this is a modern day romance?? Since this is an on going review as I read, there will be more added.

Also, so far, its the same storyline as the last book only instead of the heroine leaving because she wants kids, this one leaves because she wants a career. This book is not giving me high hopes.

19% in and I am not caring for the female lead, Cassidy, at all. As instated earlier, her conversations sound as if they belong in another time period but now she is seeming untrustworthy. After going out to lunch with her professor and promising not to tell anyone, the first thing she does is call her bestie about the lunch she had shared with him. That is not a quality I find appealing in any character. Also, her personality is your typical ditsy collage age girl who thinks more with her libido than her brain and he isn't much better.

Even though he's is supposed to be a dragon, there is nothing, IMO, alpha about him. He talks to her as if he is a teenager trapped in a mans body. "Come and get me babe." Sorry, but that is not the dialogue of a mature professor.

After 61 pages, I had to DNF'd due to all of the reasons above. Out of style dialogue which sounded as though it should be set in a different century not a modern day Dragon story. The heroine, Cassidy, is your typical, ditzy college student who tries to be tough but is just irritating. The professor, Jamie, other than being a Dragon, has no Alpha qualities, IMO.

Also, have read the previous book its not very original and couldn't keep me involved with the characters. TBH I couldn't care less what happened to the characters.
Profile Image for Denise.
3,861 reviews
May 1, 2021
This book has a slight connection to the first book in the series (Daddy Dragon's Runaway Bride). Jaime is a friend of King's and has an office in the same building as King's practice.

Cassidy is breaking it off with her fiance. It has always been her dream to go to college and get a degree in broadcasting. Ben seemed to be able to ignore anything that Cassidy wanted that didn't fit into his plan of marriage and kids, with her as a stay-at-home mom. Cassidy starts school and is taking an anthropology class as an elective. This is where she meets Professor Jaime Hawkins. When Ben accosts her on campus, Jaime comes to her rescue and then invites her to go to lunch with him. Even though Jaime could get fired for dating Cassidy. he proceeds to do just that. One day while heading to his office, which is in an off-campus building, he overhears a conversation that sounds like two men discussing illegal activities. He ducks into his office hoping they don't realize that he was listening to them, unfortunately, he is wrong.

Lots of drama in this book as Cassidy ends up with not one, but two men coming after her and Jaime has someone trying to kill him. Fortunately, Jaime is a dragon shifter. Unfortunately, Cassidy has a deep mistrust of shifters. Still some stuff that hasn't been solved by the end of this one so there will be at least one more in the series.

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2,048 reviews9 followers
April 29, 2021
This book rocks! A wonderful story, the tale of Jaime and Cassidy is full of love, dragons, wolves and a bit of danger. Cassidy has just broken off her engagement with her fiance Ben when she realizes that he will never let her follow her dream of going to college. She thinks it’s over but he will continue to stalk and threaten her. Jaime is a dragon shifter and one of her professors. They click immediately but are being careful with their relationship. He will overhear things in his office that will put him in danger and her refusing to help a classmate cheat will do the same to her. All the while Ben continues to be a problem. After an attack, she will be present when Jaime’s trouble comes to find him and it will be her worst nightmare, the man she loves is a dragon shifter. She will pull away but after finding out more about shifters, from shifters, she finds her fears were unfounded and it will allow her to bridge the gap between her and Jaime. It will bring them back together and start them down the path towards their happily ever after.

I read a ARC copy of this book and am volunteering my honest review.
Profile Image for Lizette Novotasky.
292 reviews2 followers
April 30, 2021
2nd book of the Alpha Dragon series.
by LNovotasky

This is the second book of this series and you need to have read the first one to read this one or you will be completely lost. Some of the antagonist of the first book are in this one and Good grief the mystery of the first one is not explained in this one either. This is the story of Air head, Me, me, me aka Cassidy and Jaime the alpha Dragon. This book have me questioning where this take place or if they have someone to do a little research, "Ring etiquette" anyone and there were so many things that made me roll my eyes. In general is not a bad story but because I really couldn't stand the heroine, till almost the end, It was a difficult story for me to read. Another thing you feel like you are really reading 2 stories and the second story is just poking fragments of it But it is not told completely. I want to know what is gonna happen, so hopefully in the next book they will explained it. Cross fingers!

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140 reviews
May 7, 2021
Bad luck or fate fighting to be right?

I really like this book. Thought it would be a duplicate story with just names & plot change, NOPE. This is the story of Jaime and Cassidy. Lots of twist, steamy sex and changing of perceptions and relationships.

Jaimie Hawkins is a dragon shifter and professor of Anthropology. He's has an off campus office in King's building (from the 1st book). He's protective in general as a dragon, but mess with his mate, whoa, watch out. He crosses some lines. Not far enough in one situation in my opinion, but that's the wonderful character & plot with LOTS of twist.

Cassidy is in his class. She's recently broke up with her fiancé, Ben, after she realizes he's a control freak, narcissist, that doesn't want to let Cassidy go. Woe for him. She ends up having to with Ben's & another student's aggressive behaviors. As well as overcoming her fear and misunderstanding of dragon shifters.

Enjoy the twists, turns, steamy scenes and conclusion

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2,582 reviews15 followers
April 30, 2021
Well written enjoyable second romantic story in this series that kept my intention. This is about Cassidy Lynch who left her fiancé Ben to pursue a career to go to school for Broadcast Journalism instead the marriage and kids that Ben dreamed for them and Professor Jaime Hawkins of Anthropology, dragon shifter. Cassidy catches the eye of Professor Jaime Hawkins of Anthropology, during his class on the growth of mankind in Africa. At the end of his classes Jaime walks to his car and sees Cassidy having a confrontation with her ex fiancé and rescues her and invites her to lunch which she accepts. This leads to a forbidden romance between them that full of dangers. Will it last? The drama included in this shifter story was engaging and I found that I liked the main characters as this story unfolded to the conclusion. I volunteer to read and review this ARC via Booksprout.
Profile Image for Charmaine Nouwen.
5,468 reviews22 followers
May 2, 2021
Alpha Dragons Forbidden Mate by Serena Meadows is an intriguing,entertaining,steamy with a rollezr coster ride of emotions,action and suspense. a shifter romance story of Jaime and Cassidy..when Cassidy broke up with her fiance and follow her dreams go back to school to become a journalist and met her gorgeous professor Jaime,Jaime is a shifter dragon and a professor first day of class he saw Cassidy and he knows that she is special and going to be part of his life and want to protect her. when he saw her with a man harassing her he need to go to her and help herand found out that shes her ex and never knows the meaning of no and the problem scalate and now her life is in danger someone wanted her to be gone but he will do anything to protect and save her..

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4,692 reviews9 followers
April 29, 2021
This amazing Book 2 in The Runaway Dragon Mates Book Series is a steamy standalone shifter romance story, a runaway bride romance with a sexy, strong irresistible, alpha male and second chance at love. It is well written book has characters who are well crafted with well-developed histories and personalities. This has a wonderful story and has an element of suspense and mystery and secrets from her past. The characters in this book are well crafted with issues which they resolve and the characters have growth. The story has drama, suspense, laughter and a lot of emotions to keep the reader engaged and entertained. A must read Book Series.

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409 reviews
April 30, 2021
Action packed


When you are scared of shifters but constantly threatened by humans who is going to protect you . An action packed story with so many twists it could serve as a corkscrew. Never a dull moment and so many villains coming out of the woodwork it will keep you guessing who is after whom and how will they ever survive to find real love.. I am not normally a fan of teacher/ student stories but this is far from the usual young woman/ older man type as there is no imbalance of power and our heroine can more than hold her own corner . Enjoyed every page and cant wait for the next in the series

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5,665 reviews64 followers
May 7, 2021
Cassidy and Jaime, a dragon shifter professor, meet in class and he saves her from her ex-fiancee a little later in the day. Inviting her to lunch afterward, to talk, they hit it off and find a connection. Her ex keeps showing up and causing trouble, as does another student who wanted to cheat and Cassidy said NO. There are also bad guys where Jaime has an office and he gets on their kill list. The characters are terrific and I really like Sam, the wolf shifter, and Felix the real cat on her office floor. The action and romance combine for one entertaining story that you just can not put down. Loved the ending.

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21k reviews371 followers
April 29, 2021
Cassidy had to get away from her crazy ex. So she pursued her desire to attend college to become a broadcast reporter. She didn’t expect to fall in love with her professor, Jaime. He is a calm, laid back man, while Cassidy is a feisty female. But regardless, the two of them connect.

When her ex comes after her and other dangers become known, her quiet professor turns into a super-possessive and protective Alpha dragon to make sure no harm comes to her. Can he handle all that is going on? Can he keep her safe? Where will their future take them from here? Or will she run yet again when she feels overwhelmed?
Profile Image for Opasan Ouprie.
1,198 reviews
April 30, 2021
This is book two in the series of Runaway Dragon Mates. He is a professor along with being a Dragon Shifter. She wants to get her broadcasters degree since she is trying to move on from her abusive ex. He saves her the first day and has to continue to save her. They both seem to end up getting someone mad at them and want them dead. When she finds out, he is a dragon shifter, she bolts. Will he be able to get to her and get her to accept his dragon? Will he be able to always protect her? What happens with them?

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Profile Image for Dana Busenbark.
2,801 reviews29 followers
April 30, 2021
Who are Ben and Cassidy? What is the nature of their discussion at the beginning of the story? What is the outcome? Who are Rachel and Jaime? What do each of these four people do for a living or want to do? What happens when Cassidy is leaving class one day? When she is headed home and talking to Jamie on the phone, what happens? Oh, I really like Jaime!!! Oh Ben, Ben, Ben, Ben Ben.... when will you learn? Read and see what happens! Loved this read!

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529 reviews2 followers
June 19, 2021
Flying to your Dreams

Jaime Hawkins is an anthropology professor and a dragon shifter. He's living the quiet life, enjoys teaching and is looking for the perfect woman. When he meets Cassidy Lynch, she's a student in his class. She seems nice, smart and gorgeous. But, as a student, she's off limits. But when Jaime realizes Cassidy is facing trouble with her ex-fiancee his protective instincts go on high alert. The time they spend together makes them realize the are very compatible and have a real chance for long term romance. But when more troubles pile up between them will Jaime's dragon be enough to keep them safe ? And together?
3,279 reviews25 followers
April 30, 2021
Cassidy calls off her wedding and goes to college where she meets Professor Jaime Hawkins.
Cassidy calls off her wedding as Ben expects the to stay home and have children which is not her dream she wants to be a journalist. when she attends her anthropology class she finds it being taught by sexy hunk Professor Jaime Hawkins and later that day he saves her from being harassed by her ex then asks her out for lunch. They agree to meet again but keep it a secret as there are rules against them meeting.

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Profile Image for Denise.
1,268 reviews5 followers
May 1, 2021
This is a NON-SPOILER REVIEW. Alpha Dragon's Forbidden Mate by Serena Meadows is the second book in the Runaway Dragon Mates series. This fast paced read kept me on the edge of my seat. I loved the easy way the relationship developed between Jaime and Cassidy! Lots of action, some crazy, sexy heat (Mature Readers Only) and a great storyline made this a fun read. There is closure to Jaime and Cassidy's romance, but the underlying story is still open and heading for the next read.

This honest and voluntary review was made possible by reading a copy through Booksprout.
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2,857 reviews7 followers
May 1, 2021
We have a little action and suspense. Cassidy has broken up with her boyfriend because he wants to rule her life. She has a scholarship to college for journalism. When she goes to one class Jamie is teaching feelings surface. Jamie can't keep his eyes off this new student. He asked her to lunch which is against rules, but can't help himself. What will he do to keep her? What will Cassidy do when she finds out he is a dragon? Can Jamie keep her safe from her ex? Who else is after him and her?

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1,024 reviews11 followers
May 1, 2021
Cassidy just broke up with her fiancé Ben. Ben's plan was for Cassidy to stay home and take care of the children. Cassidy didn't want that at all. Cassidy's dream was to go to college and become a broadcaster. Unknown to Cassidy Ben starts stalking her. Jamie is Cassidy's professor of Anthropology. Jamie knows that he will do anything to protect Cassidy. I enjoyed reading this book. I loved the storyline and plot. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
5,988 reviews29 followers
May 13, 2021
Loved the book it was great, the story was written well and the characters were interesting. Cassidy leaves her fiancé Ben at the alter in pursuit of her own dreams. She heads off to university and has a crush on her professor, Dr. Jaime Hawkins they start getting quite close but they have to keep their relationship quiet. Bad things start happening dangerous things should they stay together for love, or separate for deceit, can they overcome with one or both.

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2,987 reviews32 followers
August 2, 2021
Fantastic story

I am really enjoying reading this series. In this book we read about Cassidy who has broken off her engagement to Ben so she can get an education in her field of interest as a reporter, and Jaime who is a dragon shifter and the Professor of anthropology. Cassidy is in Jaime’s class where they both feel an attraction. Their romance thrives until danger enters both their lives. Will their love survive the danger.

I was given an advanced copy of this book to read and review with my honest and fair opinion.
Profile Image for Susan Otto.
832 reviews9 followers
August 11, 2021
Amazing story about a dragon shift and his mate

Jamie is a professor of anthropology and a dragon shifter. Cassidy is human, was engaged to Ben, and want to go to college.

Cassidy and Janie are attracted to each other. However, Cassidy is afraid of shifters. Various people are trying to kill them.

These characters are stubborn, unique, and relatable
This fast paced action drama still ends in a mystery. I like the different personalities of the shifter's world.

Highly recommended.

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Profile Image for Abby G. Amos.
1,261 reviews3 followers
June 18, 2021
Exciting Read!

I enjoyed reading about Jamie and Cassidy! Instant attraction on both ends! Some guys just can't take no for an answer! If someone does not want you, just keep moving because there is always some one else down the road who does. There is some crazy stuff going on in this book with psychotic people doing crazy stupid stuff! However, I do think that others will enjoy it! I do recommend it!
1,606 reviews3 followers
September 1, 2021
Lots of psycho people in the world

Sure are a lot of psychos who wanting to get what they feel they deserve regardless of what anyone else wants. Liked the kitty cat at the office. I also liked how the guard comes to the rescue go Sam go! I like the stores but honestly find them a but predictable in other word pretty much the same type of issues in all of the books with just a little change.
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3,472 reviews13 followers
March 7, 2022
Alpha Dragon's Forbidden Mate

This was the second in this series of dragons. Jaime is a professor who happens to be an alpha dragon. Cass is taking one of his classes. She has just broke up with her controlling ex. But he hasn't gotten the notice just yet. The story has characters that were in the first book, including the bad guys and their drama. What happens when the people get mixed up with each others lives? Will the dragon get his girl?
553 reviews1 follower
April 17, 2022
Forbidden Meetings

So, they got married at last. I enjoyed this book. What I like is how all the characters from each book is connected. Jamie and Cassidy might have tried to be secretly discreet but I knew it would not last. They loved each other against all odds. There was a lot of action, suspense, drama, mystery throughout this book. Romance and passion between the couple was awesome. Excellent reading and writing as always.
2,145 reviews15 followers
April 29, 2021
I liked Jaime and Cassidy and that they meet because he is her professor. They both have danger following them, her because of her ex and him because of something he overheard. This book had suspense to go with the chemistry between these two.

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2,852 reviews7 followers
April 29, 2021
Cassidy got a scholarship a the local college for broadcasting and broke it off with Ben her fiancé, he became deranged. Jamie was one of her professors and they fell for each other. People were trying to kill Jamie and problems with her ex. She go lost for a little bit but then everything turned out ok. Great book!
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19.5k reviews8 followers
April 29, 2021
The second book in the Runaway Dragon Mates series a well written story that kept me turning pages. Dragon shifter Jaime and human Cassidy's story of suspense, drama, danger, a evil ex, and romance. I want to read the next book. I received a copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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