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No good deed goes unpunished.

After being exiled by my pack at seventeen, I've spent the last four years constantly on the move trying to avoid all ties to the shifter world.

Unfortunately, I can’t outrun fate.

When I step in to break up a fight, the shifters involved realize I’m a rare male omega. Not only does that revelation put me in the crosshairs of competing packs that would do anything to control me, it also leads me to cross paths with an Alpha who claims to be my fated mate.

Past experiences have left scars—both literal and figurative—and, fated mate or not, I’d rather be kidnapped (again), than tie myself to any Alpha.

But bonding with Julien might be exactly what I need.

As the secrets of my past come to light, chaos reigns and new threats emerge. I quickly realize this Alpha is different and placing my trust in him could finally allow me to have the one thing I always wanted.

A home.

Lone Wolf is a fast-paced MM fated mates shifter romance set in an A/B/O world with mpreg. It features a cynical omega who’s a little skeptical of this whole fated mates thing and the cinnamon roll Alpha who refuses to let him go.

NOTE: Lone Wolf started its life on Kindle Vella. This version has been edited and expanded, but it still has the lightning fast pacing and sometimes crazy, soap opera level of drama characteristic of a serial story.

Seriously, poor Keir *cannot* catch a break. He is very tired by the end (especially of being kidnapped), but he gets his hard won HEA.

357 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 26, 2023

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Tessa Kane

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Tessa Kane writes MM paranormal romance and swears tea fuels her creative escapades better than coffee ever could. When not crafting stories featuring a diverse range of supernatural creatures finding love, you'll often find her engrossed in books spanning almost every genre—a habit that may occasionally hinder her word counts.

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524 reviews15 followers
January 26, 2024
Two stars is me being extremely generous.

What an actual shit show this was. One thing after the other, one stupid move after the other, one kidnapping after the other. Hell, I had no time to breathe whilst reading this.


And let me tell you something about the level of stupidity in this book.

The characters were absolutely dumb. World class dumbness all throughout the book.

One MC telling the enemy he is the fated mate of the other MC, even though they repeatedly said not to do that unter any circumstances.
One MC playing into the bad guys hands by doing everything he wasn’t supposed to do and he knew that but did it anyway.
One MC going for a stroll in the middle of a fucking pack war just to be kidnapped again.

Where the fuck did their braincells go?!


The only thing that kept be from throwing this book out of my kindle library (yeah, that doesn’t sound very dramatic now that I wrote it but listen, I will not throw my iPad out just because a book sucked…) was that I still kinda wanted to get to the happy ending. I went through too much to just give up.

But oh, what joy! The whole clusterfuck was solved in 2.5 seconds! There you go!
My pain was totally worth it… NOT!
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441 reviews23 followers
October 23, 2023
What an interesting, entertaining and fabulous book! I couldn't put it down and it got me hooked from the first page.
Keir is an omega shifter that has been running and hiding for the last four years from his former pack. As an omega he was despised by the other wolves and he had to escape to survive. He meets Julien, the Alpha of another pack, when he helps Julien's brother. Julien is a young alpha, who had struggled to get into his role after his father's passing. As soon as he meets Keir he knows they are fated mates.
This book was wonderful, there was always something going on. Keir went through so much stuff but he was strong and determined to not let things get to him. Julien had to work hard to make Keir understand they were bound together for the rest of their lives and I loved how Julien stepped up to defend and protect his mate. Their chemistry was amazing and I wish there had been more moments of them together, but Keir spent so much time being kidnapped, as he even said himself, that it was surprising they even got to spend time in bed. When they did, though, it was hot but also very sweet. There was attraction, but also feelings.
There was so much action, funny situations, great secondary characters and a wonderful background plot. I enjoyed this book immensely, the author created a hidden world of shifter packs, with their own rules and culture. I can't wait to read the next one in this series.
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1,281 reviews184 followers
October 30, 2023
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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐✨

I particularly like the beginning of this story.

The book begins with Keir's story, from when he is 17 years old and his ultra-traditional pack discovers that he's an omega male. A rarity among rarities. After barely surviving the consequences of such a discovery, he hides and survives by living among humans. But after years of living this way, he starts to feel the consequences of not having someone to trust, of not being able to stay in one place for long, and not being able to unleash his inner wolf.

Everything changes when, during his shift at the club where he works, he witnesses what is clearly an attempted abuse on a drugged boy. Unable to stand idly by, he goes to the boy's aid, with the (un)fortunate twist that they all turn out to be shifters.

I loved this first part where Keir saves Remy and meets Dante, Brody, and eventually Julien. The fated mates factor is well developed: the way it affects them, and, above all, the fact that despite the inevitable insta-love, Keir doesn't easily let his guard down. Years of trauma and running for his life are not easy to forget, and Julien doesn't immediately earn his trust.

I also enjoyed the unexpected twists that keep you on edge throughout the reading. There are several enemies and moments of absolute crisis.

However, I must say I found it boring that a significant part of the plot revolves around the antagonists not believing in the bond that connects our protagonists or Keir's omega condition. Distrust as the central drama theme feels tiresome to me.

Furthermore, while the book provides an original take on omegas and MPreg, it's clear that in this shifter universe hardly anyone follows the rules, and the villains do as they please.

But will all that, I can't wait to discover Luke's story and how he will meet his own omega!
October 25, 2023
***4.5/5 Stars***

Lone Wolf was a MM shifter romance that was impossible to put down. With an addictively quick pace, entertaining storyline, and fabulous characters, this book was such a huge hit! If you love shifters, paranormal stories, or MM romance, definitely put this one on your tbr!
Dawn is creeping along the edges of the sky before I can pull myself together enough to shift into my wolf. I grab the bag Luke left for me in my mouth and run as quickly as my still healing legs can manage.
I don’t look back.

The prologue pulls you right into Keir's life. He was an omega shifter, which was looked down upon within his pack. After his cousin Luke helped him escape being beaten to death, Keir spent the last four years on the run. He was utterly alone and my heart hurt for him. Chicago had been the longest he had stayed anywhere, and even that amounted to just a couple of months. Yet when Keir stepped in to protect someone, it put him in the middle of a huge push and pull. Other packs wanted to control Keir because of what he was.  A male omega was extremely rare. Yet through it all he met Julien, who was Keir's fated mate. The path to their happily ever after was filled with obstacles at every single turn. Making this book impossible to put down.
Nothing good can come from associating with Alphas, no matter how nice they seem— or how loudly my wolf is whining about not wanting to leave Julien’s side.

I absolutely loved Keir. He was resourceful, quick witted, and had the kindest heart. The life he had been dealt was challenging, and his past will tug at your heart. Yet Keir had been in the dark for so much. So I loved that we learned things right along with him. For what he truly was. What that meant. The possibilities for his future. We felt what Keir did, right along with him. And from the moment he met Julien, there was a war within himself. He was pulled to his mate, yet he was scared. The past hadn't been kind to him and others seemed to want him for different nefarious reasons. So I kept my fingers crossed that Keir would follow his instincts, and trust Julien whole heartedly.
I guess— I halfway expect to him to just rip my clothes off and claim me right here.
But that’s not what happens.
He simply holds me close, breathing me in as he runs his hands up and down my arms.

I was obsessed with Julien and wanted him for myself. Julien was sexy, his intentions were breathtaking, and he was someone you can easily swoon over. We also got a few chapters in his POV, which had me cheering with joy! So when Julien stepped in to save Keir from a precarious situation, my heart beat faster. Not only did he recognize him as his fated mate, but his level of protection was through the roof hot. Julien was brave, fierce, and completely seductive.
“Promise me you’ll be fine,” he says, taking hold of my hand and giving it a squeeze.
“I promise.” I lean down and rub my cheek over the top of his head. “I won’t let anything take me away from you, especially not Stevens.”

Keir and Julien together were like an explosion. From that first day, things escalated quickly and even their kissing was hot. And their moments together were steamy and sensual. Yet there was also a connection between them that grew and I loved watching that friendship and trust flourish. Around them were side characters who I absolutely adored, Luke I'm looking at you! And others who I was counting down until they met their death! Especially when there was a flashback that showed grooming of a minor, I was hoping his death would be the worst! On top of that were politics that were fascinating, and a storyline that will keep you turning the pages to see what happens next.
I chuckle, the sound barely more than a puff of breath. “You and me against the world?”
“If that’s what it takes, then yes. Always.”

Lone Wolf was a deeply romantic MM shifter romance that was so easy to devour. With political intrigue, life and death situations, and plans in play, this mesmerizing tale will sweep you away! The epilogue will leave a smile on your face for Keir and Julien. And you'll also be left so excited for the next book, which is Luke's story. I can't wait to be back in this world, see what happens next, and follow Luke who I fell so easily for!

*I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book, provided by the author. All thoughts and opinions are my own.*

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999 reviews12 followers
October 27, 2023
Quite interesting!

Wow! What a ride! This story starts off almost immediately fast-paced with danger and intrigue and just doesn’t stop! Kier is just an unlucky wolf who just can’t seem to have anything go his way. Even when he meets his fated mate, circumstances keep pulling them apart. It was most definitely a hard fought HEA but oh how sweet it was in the end! I loved the adorable ending and I can’t wait to see Luke get his HEA.
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1,866 reviews339 followers
February 18, 2024
There was so much plot crammed into this book that it suffered from overload. Drama after drama, calamity after calamity, dumbfuckery after dumbfuckery, and douchebaggery after douchebaggery had me rolling my eyes quite a few times, but I was invested enough to want to know how it ended.

YMMV.

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2,621 reviews1 follower
October 29, 2023
3.5 stars. Keir is a rare omega, he’s even more special than he knows.
Escaping his murderous pack alpha at seventeen, he’s trying to stay low.
He works at a bar. After saving a guy who has been drugged, his bodyguards want to bring him to their pack alpha.
Keir has no good memories of alphas so he ran for his life, to be picked up by another pack.

Meeting his fated mate seems like a deal, not! It isn’t easy at all. As if there’s a complot against them.
Time after time there’s something or someone against them. At some point, I found it too much.
Just let them live in peace. After the, I think, the fifth event that brought trouble, I skipped the rest and went to the end of the book.

While the story was good and the rare omega was entwined in a good way, I must be honest, the male-omega fact being a huge exceptional something in this story, felt a bit outdated. I constantly had to adjust my feelings while reading.
I read so many stories with male omega and mpreg, it was a bit strange.
Still, it was an entertaining, solid-written read with a satisfying ending.
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2,497 reviews80 followers
October 31, 2023
DNF @ 33%.

This was fine, but you can’t just throw the kitchen sink at the story and hope the plot will make sense.

How is it known that Keir revealed himself to a human, when he was alone with said human and didn’t even shift?

How does Rossi know Randall is Keir’s Alpha, when there is no record of Keir and Rossi wasn’t even told where he came from? And yet Rossi contacting Randall and getting him involved happens.

I didn’t make the connection, since it’s been over half a decade since I read it, but after seeing other reviews mention it, this really is a poor man’s Change of Heart.
Profile Image for ❀ Jess ( Semi hiatus ).
703 reviews63 followers
Shelved as 'dnf'
December 31, 2023
DNF @ 52%
Not what I was in the mood for, there’s a lot of political stuff going on and the romance is overshadowed. Mainly focuses on one POV instead of being split equally. For this being an omega/alpha situation I found it weird how the alpha didn’t seem as protective of his omega as the omega was of him 🤷🏻‍♀️
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356 reviews44 followers
October 20, 2023
I received a free ARC of this book by GRR in exchange for an honest review.

I devoured this book. It was impossible to put down and had me hooked the entire way through. This book does not give you a moment of reprieve, just 1 thing after another and it’s a whirlwind.

The book is well written and I enjoyed it a lot. It’s been a while since I literally couldn’t even pause reading. I think the fact that so much is happening, like there is always something else detracted from the romance a bit. It felt like Kier and Julien hardly get a chance to get to know each other because they’re fire fighting all the time but that’s really my only negative.

It’s a really fast paced book and a fun visit to the Omegaverse.
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2,594 reviews22 followers
October 25, 2023
There is a lot to take in from this story. Keir and Julien go through so much throughout this story but they do end up with a well deserved happily ever after.

I received an ARC and this is my unbiased opinion
Profile Image for Jesslan Rose.
1,139 reviews46 followers
December 31, 2023
Lone Wolf
By Tessa Kane

Keir has always been treated poorly by his father and his pack. When he shifts and discovers he's an omega and not the beta his father claimed, his pack, that's still living in the dark ages of pack laws, try to kill him. His couisan, Luke, the alpha heir and only person in the pack who has ever shown him kindness, helps him escape in the hopes of Keir surviving and finding a better life.

When Alpha Julien meets the omega that helped saved his brother, Remy, he discovers they're fated mates, and he just knows Keir will be trouble. He's not wrong.

From the moment Keir helps Remy until the end of the book, this story is action-packed and moves at a great pace. In most books with this many twists, turns, and danger, for not only Keir but also Julien, it's severe overkill, but the author makes it come together flawlessly.

I truly loved Keir, Julien, Luke, Dante, and Remy. The next best thing, after Keir and Julien get their HEA of course, is that the bad guys ALL get their karma, except one, and I have a feeling it's because he has a part to play in Luke and Keir's background story. If you love MM fated mate shifter stories I would definitely recommend this one.

One question left unanswered (that has nothing to do with Keir and Lukes stories) are we getting Remy & Dante's story? I'd love to read that. 😉

Triggers:

I do have 3 disappointments about this book:
1) It ended.
2) The next book in the series doesn't come out until October-ish of 2024. Hint: It's Luke's story.
3) I was so in love with this book I was truly disappointed when I looked up the author to immediately read another of her books and found this was her first one. 💔😆 But seriously, I am totally invested in Lost Wolf and Luke's story and have already pre-ordered it.
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485 reviews16 followers
October 9, 2023
4,5⭐️
I just loved that book, it was really immersive, I was really surprised at how many things happened in a short amount of time, but it didn’t break the flow of the story.
Keir has gone through a lot, and still, he learned how to survive by himself and one thing is sure, he has a will of steel, I really loved that character. Everything is literally thrown at him, but he always finds a way to protect himself and escape. His meeting with Julien was kind of explosive 😅 but just awesome. After all he’s been through, Keir doesn’t want to trust the Alpha who proclaims to be his mate, even if he feels the bond, it’s hard for him to give his trust.

Lot of pinning, lot of misunderstanding and soooo many questions still unanswered ! I really loved that book, and I’m really excited for what’s coming next, I’m curious about Luke, Rémi, Dante and I’m sure others will come to make it even crazier.

I received an ARC Copy of this book from Gay Romance Review, this review is from my own thoughts 😍
Profile Image for LA.
56 reviews
November 2, 2023
I really enjoyed this book. It’s nonstop and actioned packed. And I don’t mean that lightly, no. It’s one thing after another right until the end.

There was a good balance between the romance and the plot. I liked both main characters and found most secondary characters entertaining.

And although most of the book had a light low angst vibe, there were also scenes with violence and other heavier topics that author mentions in the beginning of the book.

There were a few things that were unanswered but I hope will be addressed in future books. I really want to know more about Luke and who his mate will be.
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58 reviews1 follower
March 15, 2024
Caught myself rolling my eyes & saying "oh my fucking god" after almost ever chapter. I don't know how I didn't dnf this book. WAY too many plot points flying around. WAY too many "what now?"s happening every other chapter. I understand that with these kinds of series no author ever seems to want to make two books from the same characters' perspective twice, which I loathe, but these two characters needed two books. This book was two books happening at once without thought. I don't think the Keir and Julien spent more than a few days together as a whole. Julien is the softest (not in a good way) alpha of a pack and kind of a dumbass tbh. Overall kind of a mess.
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560 reviews7 followers
Shelved as 'dnf'
January 28, 2024
Started reading this a few weeks ago and I’m going to DNF at 43%. It was way too instant love for me which isn’t necessarily a bad thing if I’m in the mood for it but there was a little bit of world building and then bam the two can’t keep their hands off of each other. I suppose I just wanted a bit more tension.
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155 reviews3 followers
September 19, 2023
Ouff this was such a delight!
It’s not a secret that I’m a sucker for good ABO romance but this was much more than that. I mean when I tell you that romance part isn’t even the main event?!
They fight tooth and nail to be together when the whole world just wants to rip them apart. I loved it, and I really hope for a second book because I need to know what happens with Luke!
But back to the book, can I just swoon a little?

“A low whimper edges past my lips and Julien breaks, moving toward me with one hand out, a plaintive look on his face.”

““Keir,” says Remy, his voice soft and cajoling. “Come with us. None of us are going to hurt you, my fussy brother least of all since—” “I’m his fated mate,” I say, my voice cracking like I haven’t spoken in months.”

““You don’t even know me.” “I know all I need to.” Another growl breaks free from his chest and his eyes flash silver. “You’re mine.””

Need I say more? I don’t think I do but I’m gonna anyway! 😮‍💨

So much 💩 comes for these two, and I mean my guys can’t seriously catch a break?!
Julian is so good for Keir, he’s trying so hard to make him understand that he’s worth everything. But this book got my anxiety levels hiiiiigh! Luckily it doesn’t take long for the author to resolve the problem, and I’m so glad because I would be seriously pissed if that wasn’t the case. I mean I’m scared for my baby Keir! The spice was not the main point it was the plot and we all know I love my spice. Also, thanks for the surprise at the end, I was so happy for them. Don’t want to spoil it but that presentation to the pack scene? Melted my cold dead heart.
Leaving you with this quote and hope you jump on this one:

“You and me against the world?” “If that’s what it takes, then yes. Always.”
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Author 14 books44 followers
October 16, 2023
This book had me hooked right from the start. 4.5 stars!

Kier is a lively and intelligent man who is only interested in being allowed to live his life. Unfortunately, some very bad people from both the present and his past would love to ruin that for him. Luckily for him, fate is on his side and unites him with his fated mate, Julian.

Julian had a lot on his plate when he was handed the reins to his pack when still young. He’s done the best he can for his people since then and learned and grown along the way. When he meets Keir, he recognises who Kier is to him instantly and is determined to keep them together, no matter what.

This book was well written, fast paced, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The chemistry and connection between the two men/shifters was palpable but I liked that it didn’t instantly “fix” Kier’s wariness after everything he’s been through. He learns to trust and to believe in the bond he has with Julian, instead, and it’s a far better book for that. There are plenty of twists and turns, but neither they, nor the solutions to various problems feel contrived or too convenient.

The plot for this book wraps up very satisfactorily, though there are plenty of threads left for book two. Tessa Kane has written a world I definitely want to know more about and other characters whose stories I am eagerly awaiting.

*I voluntarily read this book and my opinions are my own.
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1,229 reviews1 follower
October 27, 2023
Lone Wolf is a great start to a new series and I really enjoyed it. It is well written, fast paced, has some intriguing twists and turns, the characters are interesting and the world building is well done. I do wish that the story had focused more on the relationship between Keir and Julien as there was a lot going on around them and the non-stop action was a bit distracting. They have so many obstacles to deal with that at times it seems to be overwhelming but Julien has enough belief in their connection for both of them and he will do anything to keep Keir safe and give him time to deal with everything. Keir has been alone and hiding for so long that trusting anyone is almost beyond his ability but Julien is his fated mate and deserves a chance to prove himself. They are both doing their best to deal with it all and luckily they have a few of Julien's pack members on their side. The secondary characters are amazing, the ending is great and I can't wait to read the next book in this exciting new series.

I received a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews, and this is my honest review.
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2,643 reviews23 followers
October 15, 2023
My heart broke for poor Kier. Reviled and almost killed by his pack, he has been on his own for years until a chance meeting with an alpha that will change his life forever. Julian was not expecting to meet his fated mate, let alone find out his fated is a male omega. Julian has his work cut out for him in trying to get Kier to trust him. Kier feels their bond but circumstances seem determined to keep them apart. I loved this story and was pulling for these two to finally get their chance at their HEA.
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Author 9 books58 followers
October 29, 2023
Enjoyed this a lot more than I thought I would. The plot was complex and encompassing. I'd love to read about more of the characters, too. While I could definitely draw similarities between this story and several others I've read, it was still a fresh and original story that held my attention through every page turn.
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161 reviews
September 28, 2023
I absolutely loved this action packed adventure of Kier and Juliens. Just when you start to think things might be settling down, bam, something else happens to these shifters. Join them as they discover their fate, love and what it truly means to have family.
1,263 reviews10 followers
October 27, 2023
This is a debut novel and the first book of a new debut series for this new to me author and all I can say is congratulations and well done, the story is great and has plenty of action which covers many different situations starting at the prologue all the way through until the epilogue, Julian and Keir are great together and there is a great range of side characters that I hope we will get some of their stories. Great story well worth a read and really looking forward to reading more from this series.
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1,343 reviews5 followers
October 29, 2023
4.5 stars ⭐️ Keir is an male omega, something very rare in this shifter world the writer created. He runs away from his pack and finds his fated mate. Julien is a young Alpha with a good pack but with an enemy that’s common to both him and Keir. It was a good read with twists and turns that made me pause, and then be happy when they got resolved. It took many tries but they had their hea.
45 reviews1 follower
October 15, 2023
This is just SO GOOD! I've read plenty of similar stories so didn't expect much different here. But I was wrong! It's really fast-paced and so much happens. When Julien and Kier realise they are fated mates they want nothing more than to be together. But some other's want Kier for themselves or for his value as a male omega. So they have EVERYTHING thrown at them to keep them apart. It's a real roller-coaster of events. Lots of twists and turns you don't see coming. Good guys, bad guys, and guys you just don't know which they'll be! Julien and Kier are great but there are lots of other good characters I want to know more about too - there is so much scope for future stories in the series and I can't wait to read them. Especially Ben's please Tessa!
14.7k reviews82 followers
October 28, 2023
He was exiled from his pack so he has stayed away from the shifter world. He goes in to save someone and the shifter world realizes he is a rare male omega. Now he is the Centre as they all want him to theirs, although one claims he is their mate. What will happen for him? Will he find happiness? See if he will
1,064 reviews4 followers
October 28, 2023
Wow! So good! Action packed, romantic and fast paced! A wonderful debut novel! I really enjoyed getting to know these characters and reading their story! I recommend this book and I'm looking forward to book two! I read an advanced copy of this book and this is my unbiased review!
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1,974 reviews31 followers
October 28, 2023
In this highly intense action book we see out overcomes many falls to finally find his fated mate. but not all as it seems between conflicts between packs. can't wait for the next book
435 reviews1 follower
October 27, 2023
Absolutely loved this story from start to finish! It was an action-packed roller coaster ride throughout the entire book. Every time I thought it would slow down something new would pop up! Definitely recommend.

I received an advance review copy of this book & am leaving this review voluntarily.
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8 reviews1 follower
July 8, 2024
unexpected twists

I was looking for something with a little more “ meat” than the typical romance novels have, and I found it in this book.
The storyline was interesting and full of action. I kept reaching what felt like a climax, only to continue down a different path of more mystery and…kidnappings.
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