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Regent's Park Pack #3
Bitten by Desire
Two lovers from rival packs. Have they come together only to be forced apart?
Alec Knight, a beta in the Regent’s Park pack, guards his heart carefully. Ghosts from his past keep him alone and angry, any hope of a relationship impossible while guilt from the pack wars still haunts him. With the anniversary drawing near, Alec needs a distraction.
As a lowly member of the Primrose Hill pack, Mark Appleton isn’t used to having his alpha’s attention. Lately he’s had more than his fair share, and not for the right reasons. Despite growing suspicions that all is not well, Mark tries hard to do better, but constant criticism leaves him desperate for a stress outlet.
Sex is a good way for shifters to let off steam, and while their packs attack each other with accusations and lies, Alec and Mark work out their frustrations in bed. Pillow talk and shared secrets lead to a closeness neither was expecting, but when pack relations reach an all-time low, any future for them seems out of the question.
If they want to be together, they’ll have to go against their alphas’ wishes—except Alec won’t and Mark can’t.
Approx 78000 words
Alec Knight, a beta in the Regent’s Park pack, guards his heart carefully. Ghosts from his past keep him alone and angry, any hope of a relationship impossible while guilt from the pack wars still haunts him. With the anniversary drawing near, Alec needs a distraction.
As a lowly member of the Primrose Hill pack, Mark Appleton isn’t used to having his alpha’s attention. Lately he’s had more than his fair share, and not for the right reasons. Despite growing suspicions that all is not well, Mark tries hard to do better, but constant criticism leaves him desperate for a stress outlet.
Sex is a good way for shifters to let off steam, and while their packs attack each other with accusations and lies, Alec and Mark work out their frustrations in bed. Pillow talk and shared secrets lead to a closeness neither was expecting, but when pack relations reach an all-time low, any future for them seems out of the question.
If they want to be together, they’ll have to go against their alphas’ wishes—except Alec won’t and Mark can’t.
Approx 78000 words
9 pages, Audiobook
First published October 12, 2017
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Annabelle Jacobs
52 books404 followersAnnabelle Jacobs lives in the South West of England with her three rowdy children, and two cats.
An avid reader of fantasy herself for many years, Annabelle now spends her days writing her own stories. They're usually either fantasy or paranormal fiction, because she loves building worlds filled with magical creatures, and creating stories full of action and adventure. Her characters may have a tough time of it—fighting enemies and adversity—but they always find love in the end.
An avid reader of fantasy herself for many years, Annabelle now spends her days writing her own stories. They're usually either fantasy or paranormal fiction, because she loves building worlds filled with magical creatures, and creating stories full of action and adventure. Her characters may have a tough time of it—fighting enemies and adversity—but they always find love in the end.
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October 6, 2017
~4.5~
HOT DAMN but that was intense! And gritty! And sexy AF!
WARNING: Do not start this book at bedtime! Because you'll stay up all night reading and then wake up TWO HOURS after your alarm goes off, screaming, Fuck my life!
(This is all hypothetical of course.)
But back to the story: Mark and Alec are EXPLOSIVE together. The claws and fangs came out, and it's all licking and biting and fucking. Which HELL YES!! It's one of the (many) reasons I love shifter stories.
In the second book, Alec saved Mark's life. (Note: this series should be read in order.) The men have a steamy night together, and neither can stop thinking about the other, even though Mark smelling of Alec is a dangerous thing. Mark is beginning to distrust his alpha, particularly since his best friend and his beta have the same concerns.
Alec doesn't think mating is for him. He still remembers that night ten years ago when Nathan's (MC from book 1) parents were killed. From Nathan's perspective, Alec seemed cold and distant, but he's not. He's just hurting.
The chemistry between Alec and Mark is incredible. The plot is fast-paced and addicting. The sex is scorching. The dialogue is sharp. And the ending brings the series full circle.
This made me happy, but it also made me sad because an end means no more Regent's Park Pack! And that can't be!
I want Cam's story desperately!
HOT DAMN but that was intense! And gritty! And sexy AF!
WARNING: Do not start this book at bedtime! Because you'll stay up all night reading and then wake up TWO HOURS after your alarm goes off, screaming, Fuck my life!
(This is all hypothetical of course.)
But back to the story: Mark and Alec are EXPLOSIVE together. The claws and fangs came out, and it's all licking and biting and fucking. Which HELL YES!! It's one of the (many) reasons I love shifter stories.
In the second book, Alec saved Mark's life. (Note: this series should be read in order.) The men have a steamy night together, and neither can stop thinking about the other, even though Mark smelling of Alec is a dangerous thing. Mark is beginning to distrust his alpha, particularly since his best friend and his beta have the same concerns.
Alec doesn't think mating is for him. He still remembers that night ten years ago when Nathan's (MC from book 1) parents were killed. From Nathan's perspective, Alec seemed cold and distant, but he's not. He's just hurting.
The chemistry between Alec and Mark is incredible. The plot is fast-paced and addicting. The sex is scorching. The dialogue is sharp. And the ending brings the series full circle.
This made me happy, but it also made me sad because an end means no more Regent's Park Pack! And that can't be!
I want Cam's story desperately!
October 5, 2017
I am a big fan of the "Regent's Pack" series, but this one so far is my favorite !
All books center around a different couple, but I would advice to start with book 1, "Bitten by Mistake", since most of the world-building is explained in that one. It also has a continuing storyline in the background.
In the previous books, we've had shifters pairing up with a human. This time, we get two shifters getting it on and let me tell you... I am a fan !!
Alec and Mark set the pages on fire :P
"I'm going to fuck you hard and slow, get you right to the edge then I am going to finger you while I swallow your come. Then I am going to fuck your mouth"
Both Alec and Mark were introduced in the previous books. Alec is a Beta for the Regent's Pack, while Mark is part of P-Pack. This should make them enemies...only they are not.
Alec is known in his pack as the quiet, broody and even scary Beta. There is a reason for this though and it's not who he really is. Alec is still struggeling with events from the past, and the closer he gets to the anniversary of these events.....the itchier he gets. He needs a distraction. And who would be better to distract himself with, than Mark, the very hot and cute member of the P-pack, he saved recently. It's just sex after all.
Mark is still feeling off balance, after almost being attacked in book 2. He knows things are not as they should be within his pack, and his Alpha's behavior is making him more and more suspicious. But Mark doesn't have any say, so he tries to just follow orders and take attention away from himself. Deciding to have a steamy night with their enemy's Beta, might not fall into that plan exactly.
What should only have been a steamy encounter to releave stress, leads to much more...but it also leads to many complications.
These two become closer with every intimate encounter, and a bond starts to form. But how are they supposed to be together, when their Packs are enemies.
Alec is extremely loyal to his Alpha, and he won't do anything to jeopardize his Pack. Mark, may not want to follow his Alpha, but he isn't given a choice.
These two were really awesome together. They were HOT as hell, but there was this sweetness to them, that had me swooning. I love how protective Alec was of Mark. The suspence had me on the edge of my seat (especially towards the end) and I could not stop reading !!
I can't wait to see what's next !! Highly recommended series !!!
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October 21, 2017
4.5 Hearts
I’m going to reiterate again because I’m a nag that way that this series should be read in order. I skipped the first one and have pretty much caught up on Nathan and Jared but they feature heavily in this story, so again, don’t be like me.
Annabelle Jacobs delivers a strong, plot-driven story in Bitten By Desire. I can attest that this one is a bit of a rollercoaster ride. I really don’t want to spoil the story so I’m going to shut up about it. But it's SO GOOD!!!
A really weird thing is happening to me with these characters, though. I usually am sorta in Mehsville about at least a few of the characters, but not this series! Nope. In this series I really like all the characters even the villainous ones that you’re not supposed to like play their roles to the hilt! I found myself smiling and getting a little verklempt at some of the scenes between these people at time and other times I found myself getting 16 different kinds of ragey at the bad dudes.
The pack dynamics are the best! The way the betas are portrayed, the way they feel about their unit members, the way they try to put them at ease when they sense their anxiety...
And Cam! He's a particularly spectacular alpha. Fair, honest and trustworthy; he's good people I tell ya. I have some serious heart eyes happening for him.
Alec is portrayed as being cold but I disagree. I think he’s efficient and no nonsense, though he’s not particularly interested in any romantic entanglements so maybe that’s where the “coldness” lies? He’s a fantastic beta. He’s loyal, steadfast and would lay down his life for the good of the pack every day of the week and twice on Sundays, so that makes him pretty amazeballs in my book.
Mark seems to agree with me on the amazeballsness. He’s keen on the older R-pack beta and would like nothing more than to climb him like a tree. The fly in the ointment is that his alpha, Newell <---douchecanoe, has a grudge the size of Texas against Cam. He's jelly if you ask me, but anywhatevers.
With a whole lot of animosity betwixt the two packs it’s not a great idea for Alec and Mark to be engaging in the boom boom, but what fun would that be? A lil danger fucking never hurt anyone, ammiright?
This is the first shifter/shifter pairing so they’re a bit rough with some biting, rimming, marking territory a.k.a. cum play and manhandling, but honestly… I can’t even believe I’m about to say this, but the sex was…
I thought Tim and Seb were hotter. Maybe I was disappointed by the lack of hate sex? There was heat, it just didn’t change my life. However, as we all know I'm a filthy perv and hotness is totally subjective anyway so read it and decide for yourself.
Bottom line, I was waaaayyyyy more captivated by the story arc and their relaysh. Alec and Mark’s connection and eventual bond was in the spotlight and it gave me #feelings. It builds over the narrative from stress relief to more frequent "scenting" to possessive and growly to bonded mates. I loved that there were no games and no back and forth. They're both shifters and realize what's happening and at some point realize that they don't mind that they're headed to Lovesville and just let it happen. It made my heart happy.
I’ve no idea if this is the end. I hope not but I didn’t get a sense of who might be the next coupling and I don’t really know what to do with that other than shamelessly deploy some pathetic eyes…
…in the hopes that the Regent’s Park Pack will return. Because I want to know what happens next.
Recommend to shifter romance fans and those who like action in their stories.
An ARC was provided.
I’m going to reiterate again because I’m a nag that way that this series should be read in order. I skipped the first one and have pretty much caught up on Nathan and Jared but they feature heavily in this story, so again, don’t be like me.
Annabelle Jacobs delivers a strong, plot-driven story in Bitten By Desire. I can attest that this one is a bit of a rollercoaster ride. I really don’t want to spoil the story so I’m going to shut up about it. But it's SO GOOD!!!
A really weird thing is happening to me with these characters, though. I usually am sorta in Mehsville about at least a few of the characters, but not this series! Nope. In this series I really like all the characters even the villainous ones that you’re not supposed to like play their roles to the hilt! I found myself smiling and getting a little verklempt at some of the scenes between these people at time and other times I found myself getting 16 different kinds of ragey at the bad dudes.
The pack dynamics are the best! The way the betas are portrayed, the way they feel about their unit members, the way they try to put them at ease when they sense their anxiety...
And Cam! He's a particularly spectacular alpha. Fair, honest and trustworthy; he's good people I tell ya. I have some serious heart eyes happening for him.
Alec is portrayed as being cold but I disagree. I think he’s efficient and no nonsense, though he’s not particularly interested in any romantic entanglements so maybe that’s where the “coldness” lies? He’s a fantastic beta. He’s loyal, steadfast and would lay down his life for the good of the pack every day of the week and twice on Sundays, so that makes him pretty amazeballs in my book.
Mark seems to agree with me on the amazeballsness. He’s keen on the older R-pack beta and would like nothing more than to climb him like a tree. The fly in the ointment is that his alpha, Newell <---douchecanoe, has a grudge the size of Texas against Cam. He's jelly if you ask me, but anywhatevers.
With a whole lot of animosity betwixt the two packs it’s not a great idea for Alec and Mark to be engaging in the boom boom, but what fun would that be? A lil danger fucking never hurt anyone, ammiright?
This is the first shifter/shifter pairing so they’re a bit rough with some biting, rimming, marking territory a.k.a. cum play and manhandling, but honestly… I can’t even believe I’m about to say this, but the sex was…
I thought Tim and Seb were hotter. Maybe I was disappointed by the lack of hate sex? There was heat, it just didn’t change my life. However, as we all know I'm a filthy perv and hotness is totally subjective anyway so read it and decide for yourself.
Bottom line, I was waaaayyyyy more captivated by the story arc and their relaysh. Alec and Mark’s connection and eventual bond was in the spotlight and it gave me #feelings. It builds over the narrative from stress relief to more frequent "scenting" to possessive and growly to bonded mates. I loved that there were no games and no back and forth. They're both shifters and realize what's happening and at some point realize that they don't mind that they're headed to Lovesville and just let it happen. It made my heart happy.
I’ve no idea if this is the end. I hope not but I didn’t get a sense of who might be the next coupling and I don’t really know what to do with that other than shamelessly deploy some pathetic eyes…
…in the hopes that the Regent’s Park Pack will return. Because I want to know what happens next.
Recommend to shifter romance fans and those who like action in their stories.
An ARC was provided.
October 10, 2017
There has been something about this series that both excited and satisfied me, with this third (and final?) book in the series being no exception to that rule.
At the end of book two, Alec saved Mark from having his throat ripped out by an angry shifter from Alec's pack. A near-deadly ploy engineered by Mark's own evil alpha in an attempt to take over Alec's pack.
After that event, both pack alphas reported the other to the Pack Council, so the majority of this book was what happened once the pack authorities got involved, while Alpha Newell continued to manipulate his own pack members to ensure a very unjustified innocent verdict. The man was a complete slime ball, with no conscience and only his own delusions of greatness to guide him.
But Mark had the potential to be the proverbial nail in Alpha Newell's coffin, so Newell pulled a lot of unsavory moves to ensure that Mark wouldn't bring about his downfall, including attempted murder. Yes, fun times, but not for all.
The story was well-thought-out and extremely entertaining, as Alec attempted to keep Mark safe, while also inadvertently increasing the danger in which Mark was placed. Repeatedly. They both knew their relationship was not the smartest of moves, but in Mark's not-so-wise words, "fuck it."
I absolutely loved how integrated the MC's from the previous books were here, instead of only getting the requisite quick cameo once or twice. Both Tim and Nathan, as the Regent pack doctor and Alec's pseudo-nemesis, frequented this book quite a bit to assist with a bit of healing, both physical and emotional.
If I had to come up with one shortcoming, I'd say that the story, while packed full of danger and drama, did lack a bit in the time spent between Alec and Mark, with their relationship being much more about them having sex and much less about them having heart-to-heart, getting-to-know-you talks; although, that surprisingly didn't detract from the book, in my case.
The steamy bits were definitely on fire, with lots of biting, scratching, and smoldering looks hot enough to set the sheets ablaze.
As with the previous books, the MC's did get their HEA , but we also see both of the bad guys, Newell and Wes, finally, thank God almighty, got what was coming to them, just not quite as fully as I would have hoped, having seen all of the truly devious things they'd done.
This story line had built up over the course of the three books, so these should most definitely be read in order for full enjoyment, which you can do for *FREE* with Kindle Unlimited membership .
I'd rate book 3 at a solid 4.25 stars and recommend this entire series to anyone who enjoys steamier shifter tales with a bit of intrigue.
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July 8, 2019
4 Stars
Told in dual POV, 3rd person, it’s the third installment in the "Regent's Park Pack" series and should be read in order. Compare to the other two books in the series this one was less emotional and more action. Well, they told Alec has a reputation for being a cold-hearted arsehole but the thing is I didn’t see that in Alec! Actually, he was pretty sweet! It’s well paced and a bit angsty. Overall, I had a good time reading this and hope you enjoy it as well!
Told in dual POV, 3rd person, it’s the third installment in the "Regent's Park Pack" series and should be read in order. Compare to the other two books in the series this one was less emotional and more action. Well, they told Alec has a reputation for being a cold-hearted arsehole but the thing is I didn’t see that in Alec! Actually, he was pretty sweet! It’s well paced and a bit angsty. Overall, I had a good time reading this and hope you enjoy it as well!
October 8, 2021
Once I read book one, I was asked if I was gonna read the rest of this series and I really didn't know, the development of the love part didn't make sense to me with the first one.
But, I needed a light read because I end up so tired from work that I can't process difficult stuff, so I picked this one up and yeah I liked it! 🙈🙈💗
It had the same issues that the first one had, the love, even though it had a slightly better transition here, came out of nowhere. First they were fucking and then it was love, even Alec being in denial of the bond didn't last long nor did it had a good reason to happen.
And now that I have two books under my belt, I can say that the characters act alike, all four people from the couples are alike, speak alike, think alike, in here sometimes I confused Mark with Alec and vice-versa. And, Alec was like the boogeyman in the first one, grumpy and "unfair" to Nathan, in here he was a marshmallow, so I didn't understand that conflict and that change in character. *scratches her head*
Why did I stay? I think that the pack conflict was done really well, in here it gave the story the edge that needed to make it interesting and that conflict allowed to pace the love, so it came more naturally than the first one.
Or maybe I just like the characters and even though they repeat each other I don't care because I like them? I dunno, need a psychologist to see in my brain and explain. 🤣🤣
But yeah, I liked this, best one for sure.
But, I needed a light read because I end up so tired from work that I can't process difficult stuff, so I picked this one up and yeah I liked it! 🙈🙈💗
It had the same issues that the first one had, the love, even though it had a slightly better transition here, came out of nowhere. First they were fucking and then it was love, even Alec being in denial of the bond didn't last long nor did it had a good reason to happen.
And now that I have two books under my belt, I can say that the characters act alike, all four people from the couples are alike, speak alike, think alike, in here sometimes I confused Mark with Alec and vice-versa. And, Alec was like the boogeyman in the first one, grumpy and "unfair" to Nathan, in here he was a marshmallow, so I didn't understand that conflict and that change in character. *scratches her head*
Why did I stay? I think that the pack conflict was done really well, in here it gave the story the edge that needed to make it interesting and that conflict allowed to pace the love, so it came more naturally than the first one.
Or maybe I just like the characters and even though they repeat each other I don't care because I like them? I dunno, need a psychologist to see in my brain and explain. 🤣🤣
But yeah, I liked this, best one for sure.
November 3, 2017
I love this series. They are full of action, hot sex with fangs and claws and great characters that won't let you sleep until you finish it.
The only thing that bothered me were the dialogues. They didn't completely work for me in this book, and Mark sometimes felt like he was 16 instead of 24, though I enjoyed it more than Tim and Seb's book.
Alec and Mark's chemistry was off the chart, unlike Tim and Seb that they bored the hell out of me. And the main problem in the plot hooked me from the begging. Falling for someone in the rival pack? Big and bullying Alpha that will make your life impossible and will add the perfect amount of angst to the storyline? Yes, please.
The story picks up just were Bitten by Design left it, so I advise you to read this series in order or it won't work. Besides, Nathan and Jared are worth to be read first. They are hot AF too.
4 stars. Recommended to those shifter lovers.
The only thing that bothered me were the dialogues. They didn't completely work for me in this book, and Mark sometimes felt like he was 16 instead of 24, though I enjoyed it more than Tim and Seb's book.
Alec and Mark's chemistry was off the chart, unlike Tim and Seb that they bored the hell out of me. And the main problem in the plot hooked me from the begging. Falling for someone in the rival pack? Big and bullying Alpha that will make your life impossible and will add the perfect amount of angst to the storyline? Yes, please.
The story picks up just were Bitten by Design left it, so I advise you to read this series in order or it won't work. Besides, Nathan and Jared are worth to be read first. They are hot AF too.
4 stars. Recommended to those shifter lovers.
December 16, 2022
Another win in this series. Better review to come.
September 22, 2017
5++++++++++++ stars for this one. This is one of my favourite shifter series and this book just blows book 1 & 2 out of the water, it's so so so so good. You feel the Alec and Mark's connection straight away and their chemistry is off the charts, there are some really sweet moments too (Alec is big softy and I love him). Right up to the end I had no clue what was going to happen, it was real edge of the seat stuff, by far the best Annabelle Jacobs book to date.
October 7, 2017
I love Annabelle Jacobs' shifters but this one is most definitely my favourite in the Regent's Park Pack series.
Finally we get Alec's story and what a headrush it is as he fights against falling for someone so inappropriate it's actually dangerous. Mark is a delight, able to break through the icy cold exterior Alec has surrounded himself with since the devastating night 10 years earlier when his unit was wiped out.
As Beta for the Regent's Pack he's earned respect but he's closed off until the irrepressible young shifter from the Primrose Hill Pack offers him a chance at something more.
The tensions in this one are ramped up high as the devious P-pack alpha continues to plot against Alec's alpha Cam and things come to a head in a truly unexpected fashion.
Without revealing too much, the epilogue is super sweet and, while it wraps up this present story arc, I hope it isn't the last visit to London's shifter packs as I really want to see Cam get a happy ending, hopefully with Gareth! And I want Jason, Harry and Will to get theirs too (not necessarily with each other though!)
#ARC received from the author in return for an honest and unbiased review.
Finally we get Alec's story and what a headrush it is as he fights against falling for someone so inappropriate it's actually dangerous. Mark is a delight, able to break through the icy cold exterior Alec has surrounded himself with since the devastating night 10 years earlier when his unit was wiped out.
As Beta for the Regent's Pack he's earned respect but he's closed off until the irrepressible young shifter from the Primrose Hill Pack offers him a chance at something more.
The tensions in this one are ramped up high as the devious P-pack alpha continues to plot against Alec's alpha Cam and things come to a head in a truly unexpected fashion.
Without revealing too much, the epilogue is super sweet and, while it wraps up this present story arc, I hope it isn't the last visit to London's shifter packs as I really want to see Cam get a happy ending, hopefully with Gareth! And I want Jason, Harry and Will to get theirs too (not necessarily with each other though!)
#ARC received from the author in return for an honest and unbiased review.
October 15, 2017
At first I was like...
And then I was like....
And THEN I was like...
*sigh*
I thought this series was impressive before this third book. And afterward? Totally swept away! I was screeching, screaming and flailing as I inhaled it in one sitting. Fortunately, long ago I gave up any embarrassment from my physical reactions to a phenomenal book. I’m more than happy to make a fool of myself over a sensational story. I’ve been patiently awaiting this release. Okay, okay, perhaps not so patiently as the release date approached. My anticipation was great and my satisfaction greater.
The second book ends with strong indications as to what could possibly happen next with my new favorite shifters and I was thrilled with the ill-advised couple presented here. Alec has been around since the beginning and we’ve caught brief glimpses of the man underneath his rough and tough exterior. For the most part, it hasn’t been flattering. He is harsh, cold and desperately misunderstood. It’s clear something significant happened to him. Initially, we don’t know the pivotal factor that forever changed him. However, it is revealed and once he releases the skeletons in his closet, you can virtually see the weight lift from his shoulders and his soul. He has been carrying a heavy burden, a burden that wasn’t meant for him to shackle to himself. And for the first time in his life, someone offers him a chance to love and be loved. A future he never dared was possible. And I just wanna hug him tight!
Then we have Mark. I instantly took to our younger shifer. Mark is from the rival pack and makes a showstopping appearance near the end of book two. It’s necessary to have this background information. This is definitely not a stand-alone! I strongly encourage you to start from the beginning. Jared and Nathan, along with Tim and Seb have important pieces of their stories that pave the pathway to Alec and Mark’s story and continue to grace us with their presence. *happy dance* I love it when a series not only continues but builds upon and grows as it continues. The Regent Park family is expanding and I hope they keep going….and take us along.
What's to like: Creating a strong realm is critical in paranormal romance. Jacobs delivers a fantastic world composed of everything I consider critical in shifter stories. The distinctions and the merging of the human and the animal must be apparent. I want to feel and know the wolf is lurking a hairbreadth away when the man is present. I need a concrete hierarchy. Alpha, beta, mate, pack…I want the connections strong and steady. I want some action and some heat, and most of all, I want emotions to rule the show. Jacobs is dependable, especially when it comes to my high ‘shifter’ expectations, and this is why her superior wolves remain on top!
What's to love: Well, how long do we have? Ha! Quite simply, I loved all of it. Sexy Alec with his grumpy wolf-atude and broken heart has been emotionally off-limits since he was a teen. Overcome with guilt and regret, he sentenced himself to a lifetime of sorrow. His Alpha would love for him to forgive himself, granting him a second chance to live again. When a temptation teases Alec and he can’t resist Mark and his bright all-to-seeing eyes, his protective shields begin to crack. Mark is a member of their rival pack. He’s young and still finding his footing in his dual life. Unfortunately, his Alpha is shady and he doesn’t trust him. But leaving packs isn’t like moving to a new neighborhood. And he doesn’t have much…only his best friend, cousin and a weakness for a forbidden Beta. Besides, Alec has no interest in settling down. He’s the first to tell you, he’s not “mate material”. But what if, he just hasn’t met the right man…until now.
Beware of: Impressively intricate storyline driven by deeply emotional characters. They have been beaten by monsters, of their past and present. Their courage, loyalty, and bond will be tested. And the ultimate price is on the line. The final chapters are INTENSE. Ohhh, the suspense is killer!
This book is for: Regent Park Pack fans most likely had this baby marked on their calendar. If you are not one of us, do yourself a favor and start at the beginning. And I’ll save you a seat at the fanclub…I have no doubt this series will turn you into a shifter groupie.
Now, I’m going to go back to my werewolf daydreams….I think I see…a widow who’s not looking for love but love finds him anyway. *nudge nudge* *wink wink* *holds breath*
*4.5 stars*
Book UNfunk
And then I was like....
And THEN I was like...
*sigh*
I thought this series was impressive before this third book. And afterward? Totally swept away! I was screeching, screaming and flailing as I inhaled it in one sitting. Fortunately, long ago I gave up any embarrassment from my physical reactions to a phenomenal book. I’m more than happy to make a fool of myself over a sensational story. I’ve been patiently awaiting this release. Okay, okay, perhaps not so patiently as the release date approached. My anticipation was great and my satisfaction greater.
The second book ends with strong indications as to what could possibly happen next with my new favorite shifters and I was thrilled with the ill-advised couple presented here. Alec has been around since the beginning and we’ve caught brief glimpses of the man underneath his rough and tough exterior. For the most part, it hasn’t been flattering. He is harsh, cold and desperately misunderstood. It’s clear something significant happened to him. Initially, we don’t know the pivotal factor that forever changed him. However, it is revealed and once he releases the skeletons in his closet, you can virtually see the weight lift from his shoulders and his soul. He has been carrying a heavy burden, a burden that wasn’t meant for him to shackle to himself. And for the first time in his life, someone offers him a chance to love and be loved. A future he never dared was possible. And I just wanna hug him tight!
Then we have Mark. I instantly took to our younger shifer. Mark is from the rival pack and makes a showstopping appearance near the end of book two. It’s necessary to have this background information. This is definitely not a stand-alone! I strongly encourage you to start from the beginning. Jared and Nathan, along with Tim and Seb have important pieces of their stories that pave the pathway to Alec and Mark’s story and continue to grace us with their presence. *happy dance* I love it when a series not only continues but builds upon and grows as it continues. The Regent Park family is expanding and I hope they keep going….and take us along.
What's to like: Creating a strong realm is critical in paranormal romance. Jacobs delivers a fantastic world composed of everything I consider critical in shifter stories. The distinctions and the merging of the human and the animal must be apparent. I want to feel and know the wolf is lurking a hairbreadth away when the man is present. I need a concrete hierarchy. Alpha, beta, mate, pack…I want the connections strong and steady. I want some action and some heat, and most of all, I want emotions to rule the show. Jacobs is dependable, especially when it comes to my high ‘shifter’ expectations, and this is why her superior wolves remain on top!
What's to love: Well, how long do we have? Ha! Quite simply, I loved all of it. Sexy Alec with his grumpy wolf-atude and broken heart has been emotionally off-limits since he was a teen. Overcome with guilt and regret, he sentenced himself to a lifetime of sorrow. His Alpha would love for him to forgive himself, granting him a second chance to live again. When a temptation teases Alec and he can’t resist Mark and his bright all-to-seeing eyes, his protective shields begin to crack. Mark is a member of their rival pack. He’s young and still finding his footing in his dual life. Unfortunately, his Alpha is shady and he doesn’t trust him. But leaving packs isn’t like moving to a new neighborhood. And he doesn’t have much…only his best friend, cousin and a weakness for a forbidden Beta. Besides, Alec has no interest in settling down. He’s the first to tell you, he’s not “mate material”. But what if, he just hasn’t met the right man…until now.
Beware of: Impressively intricate storyline driven by deeply emotional characters. They have been beaten by monsters, of their past and present. Their courage, loyalty, and bond will be tested. And the ultimate price is on the line. The final chapters are INTENSE. Ohhh, the suspense is killer!
This book is for: Regent Park Pack fans most likely had this baby marked on their calendar. If you are not one of us, do yourself a favor and start at the beginning. And I’ll save you a seat at the fanclub…I have no doubt this series will turn you into a shifter groupie.
Now, I’m going to go back to my werewolf daydreams….I think I see…a widow who’s not looking for love but love finds him anyway. *nudge nudge* *wink wink* *holds breath*
*4.5 stars*
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November 4, 2024
It was alright. I liked the dynamic between Mark and Alec and I’m satisfied with how we wrapped up the overarching storyline involving the rival pack. But, something was missing and I’m beginning to think no other instalment in this series will live up to the explosive passion we witnessed in book 1.
I will stop here for now — not sure when I’ll pick it up again.
I will stop here for now — not sure when I’ll pick it up again.
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November 28, 2023
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Fated Mates
3.5 Stars ⭐️
🎵Narrated by: Antony Ferguson🎵 💗
I finished this too long ago to properly review it but I liked this one a whole lot better than book 2. This was the first time in the series that two shifters fell in love and because they are in rival packs it’s a bit forbidden which made it delicious. This is also the first time I’ve ever read a book with versatile alpha werewolves and the fact one of them is a dominant fighter made it all the more sexy. There is a lot of hurt/comfort in this book and the ongoing plot line was really good and quite suspenseful.
This series has an ongoing plot line that really plays out in this book therefore I’d recommend reading the epilogue from book 2 if you don’t want to read that book because this one begins in that scene and sets up the relationship between Alec and Mark. I really disliked book 2 but am now glad I listened to it because a lot happened in that book and without the information, I would have been confused as hell during this one.
If I had just read this, I’d give it 3 stars since I can’t give it 3.5 but since I love this narrator and he did a fantastic job, I’m rounding it to 4 stars ⭐️
Fated Mates
3.5 Stars ⭐️
🎵Narrated by: Antony Ferguson🎵 💗
I finished this too long ago to properly review it but I liked this one a whole lot better than book 2. This was the first time in the series that two shifters fell in love and because they are in rival packs it’s a bit forbidden which made it delicious. This is also the first time I’ve ever read a book with versatile alpha werewolves and the fact one of them is a dominant fighter made it all the more sexy. There is a lot of hurt/comfort in this book and the ongoing plot line was really good and quite suspenseful.
This series has an ongoing plot line that really plays out in this book therefore I’d recommend reading the epilogue from book 2 if you don’t want to read that book because this one begins in that scene and sets up the relationship between Alec and Mark. I really disliked book 2 but am now glad I listened to it because a lot happened in that book and without the information, I would have been confused as hell during this one.
If I had just read this, I’d give it 3 stars since I can’t give it 3.5 but since I love this narrator and he did a fantastic job, I’m rounding it to 4 stars ⭐️
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September 13, 2017This is the third book in my Regent's Park Pack series. Although each story focuses on a different couple, some elements of the background story continue throughout all three books and they should ideally be read in order.
October 20, 2017
This book was my favorite of the series. I love the ending how everything ties together.
December 22, 2024
This is shaping up to be such a fun shifter series! Book 3 has definitely been my favourite and I think all the world building and shifter life and characters, along with the central plot that’s been brewing through the last two books has come together really nicely here. This felt sufficiently different to the first two books whilst still continuing with the good stuff. I’m hooked!
November 4, 2024
Awww... I liked this one significantly more than the last.
October 15, 2017
Amazing. My favourite of the series!
July 13, 2022
I liked the story, but I had to decide in my brain that both of them are around thirty. Because as a 24-year-old these age gaps make me sick and nowdays I see a lot even though I avoid them like the plague. Like could someone pretty please tell me what would a forty-year-old want from us? I know we are not children, but in their eyes we should be. That's a parent-child relationship for fucks sake and it makes me unsafe.
In this scenario I could get past it because it's shifter fantasy and their age was not constantly brought up, but I had to dnf a pretty good series not long ago, because the next book had the same age gap starring a police officer of all the occupations the author could have chosen from. Come on now.
In this scenario I could get past it because it's shifter fantasy and their age was not constantly brought up, but I had to dnf a pretty good series not long ago, because the next book had the same age gap starring a police officer of all the occupations the author could have chosen from. Come on now.
November 6, 2017
I think this was my favorite book in the series.
March 20, 2018
3.5 Stars.......
I am so digging this London based shifter series! We got some resolution plotwise in respect to the Primrose Pack and Regent’s Hill Pack rivalry. We also got some shifter on shifter sex starring Alec and Mark. Like the previous books, you get lots o’ sex with a side of plot. And you know what? It totally works for me. After all, I’ve read three books in the series in just over 24hours. Something has got me hooked...must be all those sharp teeth and claws and puncture marks during sex!
I am so digging this London based shifter series! We got some resolution plotwise in respect to the Primrose Pack and Regent’s Hill Pack rivalry. We also got some shifter on shifter sex starring Alec and Mark. Like the previous books, you get lots o’ sex with a side of plot. And you know what? It totally works for me. After all, I’ve read three books in the series in just over 24hours. Something has got me hooked...must be all those sharp teeth and claws and puncture marks during sex!
September 25, 2021
~ 4.5 stars ~
October 22, 2017
I’m just going to say right up front, this is my favorite book of the series so far (PLEASE tell me there’s going to be a lot more!). I loved the first two books, but the angst and the sort-of shades of Romeo and Juliet in this one, coupled with the tension thrown in thanks to Mark’s alpha, really pushed Bitten By Desire into my oh-my-I-just-love-this-so-much territory. Edge of my seat? YES.
Every one of the books in this series is character driven, and Annabelle Jacobs does an amazing job again with Alec and Mark. Though they might deny it at first, they’re compelled by emotion and keep getting drawn back to each other no matter how bad an idea they know it is for them to keep being together. The passion between them is intense and the more they’re together, the higher the intensity gets.
The friction between their packs adds a ton of tension to the story, and the actions and words of Mark’s pack alpha just make you want to challenge him yourself. I was constantly on edge worrying about what Mark’s alpha and one of the betas in his pack (Wes) would try to do next to compromise or hurt him. The two of them were characters I immediately disliked, the polar opposites of the supportive, protective members of Alec’s pack.
The story moves at perfect pace, and it definitely had my full attention from beginning to end. Bitten By Desire was a 5-star read for me, and I would highly recommend it to any paranormal/shifter romance fan. I would strongly suggest reading the books of this series in order, as events in the earlier stories are built upon here, and you’ll enjoy this one a lost more having that background (don’t worry, you’ll love those too!). This book is meant for readers 18+ for adult language and explicit, crazy hot sexual content.
Every one of the books in this series is character driven, and Annabelle Jacobs does an amazing job again with Alec and Mark. Though they might deny it at first, they’re compelled by emotion and keep getting drawn back to each other no matter how bad an idea they know it is for them to keep being together. The passion between them is intense and the more they’re together, the higher the intensity gets.
The friction between their packs adds a ton of tension to the story, and the actions and words of Mark’s pack alpha just make you want to challenge him yourself. I was constantly on edge worrying about what Mark’s alpha and one of the betas in his pack (Wes) would try to do next to compromise or hurt him. The two of them were characters I immediately disliked, the polar opposites of the supportive, protective members of Alec’s pack.
The story moves at perfect pace, and it definitely had my full attention from beginning to end. Bitten By Desire was a 5-star read for me, and I would highly recommend it to any paranormal/shifter romance fan. I would strongly suggest reading the books of this series in order, as events in the earlier stories are built upon here, and you’ll enjoy this one a lost more having that background (don’t worry, you’ll love those too!). This book is meant for readers 18+ for adult language and explicit, crazy hot sexual content.
December 22, 2019
I loved it, I really loved it, I enjoyed everything about it..
Oh my god first of all it is my first shifteshaper story, I try once to read wolfsong but we didn't click..
So let's I love the dynamic between Alec and Mark they are boyfriends goals. The way they make my fell when I start read it I think I loved them from the moment will was talking about how Alec was mark type. How their story like Rome and Juliette...
I loved they meeting in the club and how Alec was wondering or to go and smells Mark and go to the same bar and search for him and alec just tell him he want fuck him.. Oh my God that was hot..
One of my fav scene when Alec got to the coffee shop to see Mark.. And mark text him they should meet because maybe that is the last time they will meet and Alec go and know what wes and how he was so angry and couldn't control his wolf and beg Mark the should leave..
And how Alec never cared about mark scent on him.. I loved when the first Time they sleept together Mark wanted to bite him.. And their second time Alec wanted to bite him....
Oh my god their are so cute....
I think this going to be one of my favorite..
P. S mark and will friendship was goals when he trying to convince Mark not to sleep with Alec again.. And when comeback and text will will tell him that Alec really hot.
Oh my god first of all it is my first shifteshaper story, I try once to read wolfsong but we didn't click..
So let's I love the dynamic between Alec and Mark they are boyfriends goals. The way they make my fell when I start read it I think I loved them from the moment will was talking about how Alec was mark type. How their story like Rome and Juliette...
I loved they meeting in the club and how Alec was wondering or to go and smells Mark and go to the same bar and search for him and alec just tell him he want fuck him.. Oh my God that was hot..
One of my fav scene when Alec got to the coffee shop to see Mark.. And mark text him they should meet because maybe that is the last time they will meet and Alec go and know what wes and how he was so angry and couldn't control his wolf and beg Mark the should leave..
And how Alec never cared about mark scent on him.. I loved when the first Time they sleept together Mark wanted to bite him.. And their second time Alec wanted to bite him....
Oh my god their are so cute....
I think this going to be one of my favorite..
P. S mark and will friendship was goals when he trying to convince Mark not to sleep with Alec again.. And when comeback and text will will tell him that Alec really hot.
October 19, 2017
Oooh, it was intense, scary and sexy at the same time! How can I describe the chemistry between Alec and Mark..gosh, they has it from the beginning and I found myself holding my breath, afraid if something happen and make harm of their relationship. From a one night stand to forever? It's a common story. But Alec and Mark, makes it dreamy, and believable, and hot. Did I mention they got that steam before? Oh yeah, baby!
Starting to questioning his alpha's intention, slowly Mark drawn to Alec and wanted something forbidden. I was lost when I started this book, because, stupid me, lol. This book should be read in order. Missing link about 'the jacket' was kinda pissed me off, but as stubborn as I am, I continued and put two plus two and I knew what happened before, especially with the couples in the previous books (I need to catching up reading the previous books, I loved Nathan!).
Near the end of the book, I was a little pissed of alpha Karin, I wanted to go inside the book and shake her and yell at her "Come one woman! can't you see???" Grrr...
This is kinda emotional read for me (not good for my hypertension, really. But I can't stop!)
This book (I hope the whole series) is really good and entertaining, with some steam as a bonus.
Recommended!
PS.Oh, the story is ended? No way! I need Cam's story!!!
Starting to questioning his alpha's intention, slowly Mark drawn to Alec and wanted something forbidden. I was lost when I started this book, because, stupid me, lol. This book should be read in order. Missing link about 'the jacket' was kinda pissed me off, but as stubborn as I am, I continued and put two plus two and I knew what happened before, especially with the couples in the previous books (I need to catching up reading the previous books, I loved Nathan!).
Near the end of the book, I was a little pissed of alpha Karin, I wanted to go inside the book and shake her and yell at her "Come one woman! can't you see???" Grrr...
This is kinda emotional read for me (not good for my hypertension, really. But I can't stop!)
This book (I hope the whole series) is really good and entertaining, with some steam as a bonus.
Recommended!
PS.Oh, the story is ended? No way! I need Cam's story!!!
October 16, 2017
4.5 stars
November 18, 2023
Happy for ya
March 11, 2018
*3,75 stars*
Alec and Mark are hot together, no doubt about that. There is the added bonus of both being shifters, which adds an extra layer of urge and passion to their sexy times (and a lot more appearances of claws and fangs ... *g*)
The plot itself was grippin, with heavy Romeo and Juliet overtones, although the outcome was kind of expected and the bad guys were drawn just a teeny weeny one-dimensional. And yet, I was holding my breath ...
This series is highly enjoyable, one that I will reread again, I am certain, but I would have liked a bit more of relationship development between Alec and Mark. Yes, it is acknowledged that there's insta -lust first, but then the bonding feeling seems to come out of nowhere - they hardly know each other at that point. It is explained that shifters kind of do that with each other, so I guess I just have to accept that!
I wonder how Cam is going to cope with the challenges of bringing two packs together. I like his super calm and authoritative manner. Looking forward to book 4.
Alec and Mark are hot together, no doubt about that. There is the added bonus of both being shifters, which adds an extra layer of urge and passion to their sexy times (and a lot more appearances of claws and fangs ... *g*)
The plot itself was grippin, with heavy Romeo and Juliet overtones, although the outcome was kind of expected and the bad guys were drawn just a teeny weeny one-dimensional. And yet, I was holding my breath ...
This series is highly enjoyable, one that I will reread again, I am certain, but I would have liked a bit more of relationship development between Alec and Mark. Yes, it is acknowledged that there's insta -lust first, but then the bonding feeling seems to come out of nowhere - they hardly know each other at that point. It is explained that shifters kind of do that with each other, so I guess I just have to accept that!
I wonder how Cam is going to cope with the challenges of bringing two packs together. I like his super calm and authoritative manner. Looking forward to book 4.
May 26, 2018
3.5 stars rounded down.
Gah, I'm torn. I loved this story between Cam and Mark. Probably loved their story the most of all of the previous ones. It felt more "real", not quite as forced as the others. But it also contains one of the things I have issues with in stories: not talking to others when you really should, not coming clean because [insert whatever reason the author gives] etc. I know that it's all about story telling, unfolding of a plot or whatever, but I have to say, it really gives me the willies when they don't give a valid and understandable reason beyond the obvious not to call in help, tell someone else etc.
However, don't let this stop you from reading this story. Obviously I could put my frustration with the above issue aside without too much delay to finish reading the story, lol. And I'm on to start the next one right away.
Gah, I'm torn. I loved this story between Cam and Mark. Probably loved their story the most of all of the previous ones. It felt more "real", not quite as forced as the others. But it also contains one of the things I have issues with in stories: not talking to others when you really should, not coming clean because [insert whatever reason the author gives] etc. I know that it's all about story telling, unfolding of a plot or whatever, but I have to say, it really gives me the willies when they don't give a valid and understandable reason beyond the obvious not to call in help, tell someone else etc.
However, don't let this stop you from reading this story. Obviously I could put my frustration with the above issue aside without too much delay to finish reading the story, lol. And I'm on to start the next one right away.
March 8, 2018
Hot!
4.5 stars. Hot shifter action, both in and out of bed. I appreciated all the characters and felt they were all necessary.
I enjoyed the story and the bit of suspense.
Definitely loving the series!
4.5 stars. Hot shifter action, both in and out of bed. I appreciated all the characters and felt they were all necessary.
I enjoyed the story and the bit of suspense.
Definitely loving the series!
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