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Oracle by Macy Blake
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsKoios, AKA the Oracle, is a man with a mission: hunt down and destroy the manticore who’s been tormenting his pack. There’s only one thing standing in his way…a giant, stubborn bear named Ben Jerrick... -
Give Him Hell by Casey Drake, Macy Blake
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsNick Smith is a man with a mission: find the place where he’d been held captive as a child and discover what happened to the kids he left behind. His memories are in flux, returned to him after being blocked for the past fourteen years, along with his ability to shift into his lion form. Nick is ready for answers... -
Coming Full Circle by Kian Rhodes
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFaded from months of exposure to the seasons, lengths of tattered yellow crime scene tape still fluttered in the breeze where it was caught in the branches of the shrubs dotting the old Omega auction house grounds... -
The Dragon and The Hellhound: Vampires of Blood and Bones Vol. 12 by B.A. Stretke
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsDion is a dragon shifter on the run, with no last name and very little future that he can see. All he has is his friend Pete, an elf he met in the research facility prison that imprisoned and experimented on them. They escaped with their lives, and now they have a plan to bring the horrible place down for good. Dion’s only plan is vengeance and living to see the next sunrise... -
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Nutmeg Spiced Omega by Susi Hawke
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsThe first rule of business is that you don’t mix it with pleasure. But if you do get involved with your business partner? Try not to knock him up… it goofs up the dividends. Tired of the playboy lifestyle, Gabe Smythe is ready for change. To start his new life, he’s come to Hollydale with one goal—to reunite with his long-lost brother, Rafe... -
Not Over Yet by Barbara Elsborg
Rated: 4.26 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsOn the seventh day of Christmas, my true love sent to me… One pissed off Santa…A whole heap of trouble…The last thing Phin feels like doing is going to a New Year’s Eve party. After a day dealing with sick animals, all he wants is a glass of red wine, some food and his bed. But as he drives home down a steep, snow-covered hill, he skids and hits a guy dressed as Santa Claus... -
Blaze by Wolf Specter, Angel Knots
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA dragon who doesn’t know how to love…. Fate hasn't been kind to Ivan, but he doesn’t blame her. He's spent the last couple of centuries doing terrible things to the humans who live in the Eastern European territory once claimed by his sire, Nikolai... which makes him the last person with any right to expect kindness from something as fickle as fate... -
Ghostly Claus by E.M. Leya
When Santa Claus appears on Lance's autopsy table, he can't believe his eyes or ears as the not-so-jolly ghost accompanying the body tells Lance he's been murdered. Solving this murder will take time as the list of suspects is growing. For some, Christmas isn't the most wonderful time of the year, but it is the most profitable.To top it off, Lance's brother is in town visiting and he's not alone... -
Lawful Mates by Liam Kingsley
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsI can’t believe my mate is covering for a criminal …I’m investigating the disappearance of a senator’s son, and I can’t help but think the man is as dirty as they come. When I see he’s hired Percy to be his lawyer it makes me sick. The alpha is supposed to be my fated mate, but I could never want a man who protects criminals... -
The Skinny on Djinni by E.J. Russell
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBeing in tech time-out totally sucks.Hector Gonzales knew the danger when he hacked the magic grid to marry it with human technology. He’d never imagined this system crash: A total tech suspension while the tradition-bound supe council reviews his case... -
Demon on the Down-Low: A Mythmatched story by E.J. Russell
Rated: 4.16 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsAfter decades of unrequited love, this kangaroo will jump at the chance for a date. Any date.Lovelorn kangaroo shifter Hamish Mulherne, drummer for the mega-hit rock band Hunter’s Moon, waited years for the band’s jaguar shifter bassist to notice him. Instead, she’s just gotten married and is in a thriving poly relationship... -
A Cold Winter's Day by Lynn Hagen
Rated: 4.12 of 5 stars · 18 ratings[Siren Everlasting Classic ManLove: Erotic Alternative Paranormal Romance, M/M, older hero, shape-shifters, HEA] Malcolm Lakeland has watched most of his sons find their mates. He never thought a day would come when he would find one of his own. Leaving the rec center on a cold winter’s day, Malcolm hears a baby crying in the bed of his truck... -
So Stinkin' Deer by J.D. Light
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsA Friends to Lovers Shifter Mpreg. Barnabi is an alpha deer shifter who loves his best friend Fowler more than anything else in this world. Fowler is an omega skunk shifter who just wants to spend the rest of his life with his best friend Barnabi, and he'll take it any way he can get it... -
The Sapphire Dragon's Missing Mate (Nesting Ever After) by Lorelei M. Hart
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsI am the lucky one. Everyone says so. My otter bevy took me in when no one else would, I have two adopted parents who love me and a degree that allows me to work from anywhere. And maybe they are right and I should be grateful, but I can’t quite let go of the feeling that something is missing…something important.On my 25th birthday, my dragon emerges for the first time, and everything changes... -
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Our Accidental Christmas Mating by Jena Wade, Lorelei M. Hart
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsSometimes Santa sends you the one thing you’ve always wanted and it’s all covered in fur.Nicholas and I have been friends since the day he moved next door to my family when I was in kindergarten. We were inseparable, that is until the day before his sixteenth birthday, when everything has changed. I lost everything that day; my best friend, my joy, and the boy I was in love with... -
MM: Wild Shores by Noah Harris
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsDylan and Blake have been together for nearly two months, but an unexpected absence from Blake leaves Dylan feeling doubtful. When his doubts start to affect his performance, he’s put on mandatory leave, in hopes that he’ll recover from the time spent in the Shadow Pack. Luckily, his cousin’s upcoming wedding provides a good excuse to go home and visit family... -
My Christmas Spirit by K.C. Wells
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsI knew I had problems when I woke up in the middle of the night to find Mike Stubbins sitting at the foot of my bed, stark naked, still as gorgeous as every one of my memories of him. So what’s the problem, I hear you cry? Gorgeous, naked man in my bedroom? Well, there’s the not-so-small, highly significant detail that he died six years ago. Yup. You read that right. And now he’s everywhere... -
Love At Frost Bite: Benji (Mated to His Reindeer) by Toby Wise
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsCan a self-proclaimed grinch find love in time for Christmas?Benji prefers a quiet life, and he’s gotten to the age where he’s used to being alone. Despite being a reindeer, he hates ‘the Christmas spirit’ and the only thing softening his grumpy exterior is a certain otter shifter who seems determined to slip his way into Benji’s life.Mason is a single dad working at the food court in the mall... -
Love at Frost Bite: Rudy (Mated to His Reindeer) by Victoria Sue
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe Christmas Curse...Not only had Rudy drawn the short straw as far as family names went, but he'd lucked out on his shifter genes as well. Male reindeers capable of getting pregnant were as rare as rocking horse poop...well, you get the idea... -
Paranormal Protectors: Atlas by Michelle Frost
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAtlas’s simple crush gets complicated when Gavin turns out to be more than human. Can Atlas protect him as he becomes part of the paranormal world? Paranormal Atlas is the prequel to Paranormal Gavin. This series is best read in order... -
Denying His Alpha by Aja Foxx, Ciena Foxx
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFor fox shifter, Iren, life has taken a stupendous, incredible turn. After years of abuse, he escaped and is now part of a wonderful pack. Alpha Macon is so fair and good to Iren. Best of all he’s the assistant chef to the magnificent Aetius. He can’t begin to describe how breathtaking Aetius is, with his long flowing hair, tight pants, and awesome boots... -
Cry Wolf by Aja Foxx, Ciena Foxx
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA MM Shifter Romance. Howie Ferris has lived with evil all his life. Abuse and pain are an every day occurrence. He thinks his life is hopeless, but he doesn't realize he's full of hope. He yearns for something better... -
The Amethyst Dragon's Mythical Mate (Nesting Ever After) by Toby Wise
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWho knew a loose tire would lead to love?Growing up with my adopted moms, I never dreamed of leaving home. I had everything I thought I needed until my 25th birthday and I shifted for the very first time. Once my dragon is awakened, he realizes we’re not as alone as we thought, sensing two brothers out in the world, waiting to be reunited... -
Faith by Kiki Burrelli
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsWyatt Walker won't fall victim to the same spell that ensnared his twin brother and cousin. Whatever force compelled both men to become whipped by their mates, Wyatt wants nothing to do with. He has his hands full with his bar, and their ever-growing wolf pack. Besides, someone needed to stay available to the single population of Walker County... -
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The Sugarplum Fairy by Dallas James, Samantha Cole
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratings*****Previously published under the pen name Dallas James. Now published under Samantha Cole.Jasper Sugarplum holds one of the most respected elf positions at the North Pole. He works in the Department of Naughty or Nice Affairs and takes his job seriously. After checking on the children on his list one November night, he’s heading home when disaster strikes... -
Wrong Number, Right Valentine (Dial M For Mates) by Lorelei M. Hart, Colbie Dunbar
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 5 ratingsSometimes the wrong number is the exact one you need.Being set up on a Valentine’s date by your co-worker has to be the epitome of patheticness, but here I am about to go on a date with someone I haven’t met. I didn’t even tell my boss they could give out my number. But they did. Are they returning my calls? Of course they aren’t... -
Rogue by B.A. Stretke
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsDerek Vaughn is the brother of the Alpha of the Bay Harbor Wolves and the Pack “Fixer.” If there is a problem, Derek is the one who makes it go away, sometimes to the bottom of the Bay. He’s a dark and deadly man, known for keeping his own company. He follows no rules except for his own and those of his brother, Alpha Henrik Vaughn... -
Surfacing by Claire Cullen
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsLuke was born ordinary—born human—but now he’s something else. Every day is a struggle to accept his new reality. Freedom is a distant memory. Then a wolf appears, staring at him from the other side of his tank, and everything changes.Red has done his best to ignore what’s happening in the world with the single-mindedness of an alpha... -
Walk a Mile by Sarah Madison
Rated: 4.12 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSequel to Unspeakable Words Six months after starting their hunt for a serial killer who is still at large, FBI agents Jerry Lee Parker and John Flynn are partners in every sense. But Jerry has serious doubts about their relationship and whether they would even be together if not for the way Flynn changed after touching a mysterious artifact in a museum... -
Alpha: Bay Harbor Wolves Vol. 2 by B.A. Stretke
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsHenrik’s future lay bleeding in his arms… Max Russo is at the end of his rope. Worrying about his brother on the run, wondering what horror their deranged uncle had up his sleeve next was almost too much to bear. Max had always been the responsible one, the legalistic one, but right now, he just wanted this all to end... -
Kings and Monsters by Clio Evans
Dying was supposed to be a once in a lifetime event.And yet, after falling off an overpass onto a mafia boss’ car, not only am I still alive—I’m a demigod in a world where myths are reality and monsters are hot.My unlikely hero is the Minoan Bull, a fierce Minotaur hated by many. Embers ignite between us, leading to an unforgettable night and a pact to never see each other again... -
Toby And His Dragon Librarian by Lorelei M. Hart, Colbie Dunbar
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsSometimes you can go home again.Alpha dragon shifter Dane dreamed of running a huge city library, but as he finished his degree, he was hit with the reality that his dragon didn’t want to be trapped in a world of steel and concrete. He longed for fresh air and a place to fly. When a small community in the middle of nowhere advertised for a head librarian, he applied immediately... -
An Omega for Christmas by L.C. Davis
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA stolen child, an omega who never gave up, and an Alpha who will stop at nothing to bring them together again… Detective Dean Garza has almost everything an Alpha could ask for: a challenging career, a big, wonderful, wacky family and a comfortable place to come home to at the end of a long day... -
It Takes Two to Tango by M.A. Church
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsCan two very different men find the love they need to survive? Remi Ginn’s an easygoing werecat with a love of snarky T-shirts. He would be perfectly happy with a human mate. Is that what the goddess Bast gives him? Of course not. Instead she gifts him with Marshell, a Vetala, a snakelike nonshifter who drinks blood to survive... -
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Entry Shock by Mia West
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsShark shifter Mackey doesn’t need a rescue partner, especially one as reckless and hot as this new shark. Trick’s just begging for discipline, and Mackey’s willing to break him down. But doing so could threaten his own carefully constructed defenses.+Shark shifter Ian Mackey works alone...Categorized as:
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Embrace the Beast by Mia West
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsOtter shifter Nate is living a whopper of a lie. Everything will be fine, as long as nobody—especially his best friend, sweet-gruff grizzly shifter Mac—finds out he used to be an elite rescue swimmer who failed to save the one person he loved most.+Nate Landry is living a whopper of a lie.He’s an otter shifter, that much is true...Categorized as:
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Omega On His Doorstep by Skye R. Richmond
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPregnant and alone at Christmas… tale as old as time. Right?Nope! That was definitely just his luck… Homeless for the holidays is in Nolan’s near future, if he doesn’t find a job.But maybe that's better than living with a mate who doesn’t want him? Unfortunately, with a baby on the way, leaving isn’t an option... -
Not a Mermaid by Madeline Kirby
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIt’s July in Houston, and when heat waves and storm warnings finally give way to flooding rains, Jake Hillebrand’s strange dreams take a sinister turn. When the flood waters recede, the body of a young woman is found on the banks of Buffalo Bayou - a young woman whose life overlaps with that of Detective Victoria Perez... -
Sweet Mercy by Lynn Hagen
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratings[Siren Publishing: The Lynn Hagen ManLove Collection: Erotic Romance, Contemporary, Alternative, Western, Paranormal, Shape-shifters, Romantic Suspense, MM, HEA]After surviving an abusive relationship, Mercy takes refuge at his stepbrother’s ranch. He has been living there for three years, trying to put his life back together. In walks Ford Bowers, a stunning man who makes Mercy’s heart race... -
Howl For Me by Dana Marie Bell
Rated: 4.02 of 5 stars · 12 ratings"For a love that will last through the ages, they must fight an evil older than time. " "True Destiny, Book 3" Jeffrey Grimm's grandfather, Odin, tortured and nearly killed his twin sister. He's on a mission to return the favor. To get the job done, he needs the world's oldest living laser-hair-removal candidate: Fenrisulfr, the werewolf prophecy has decreed will kill Odin at Ragnarrok... -
The Winter Spirit by Indra Vaughn
Rated: 4.03 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsNathaniel O’Donnelly likes his life quiet, his guests happy, and his ghosts well-behaved. Although a boyfriend wouldn’t go amiss. Someone to share his beautiful B&B with, even if it is in the middle of nowhere and he’s long past the wrong side of thirty. Problem is, Nathaniel’s living with a ghost who thinks he’s cupid, and whose arrows fly a little too straight... -
The Brooding Bear's Omega by Lorelei M. Hart
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsSheppard Knox is the alpha of his bear pack.And that takes up all his time. He’s always been taught his life as a leader should be pack first and self second. Such thinking leaves little time for a mate, much less dating.When his beta goes behind his back and signs him up for the Male-Order app, he blows it off, thinking it is all nonsense. Except his pack takes it one step too far... -
His Unconventional Omega by Aja Foxx, Ciena Foxx
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsScreams filled the night. Blood drenched the floorboards and seeped into the house’s soul. Macon Wilde and Keenan Smith were there. They witnessed the annihilation. As children they had no power. Years later, Macon has achieved his vow of revenge for the destruction of his family. Now, as alpha, he has returned to Belle Grove... -
Crimson Moon by Carol Lynne
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsBook three in the Neo's Realm Series After his capture by a rogue vampire coven, Gunnar, alpha werewolf and head of Neo’s Realm security, was viciously turned into a vampire. Although Gunnar was eventually rescued, he refuses to accept the vampiric side of himself. Centuries earlier, Ramiro was also changed against his will, but he’s learned to accept himself and make the best of his new life... -
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Wolf by Lynn Hagen
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratings[Siren Everlasting Classic ManLove: Erotic Alternative Paranormal Romance, M/M, shape-shifters, HEA] Who said being human was easy? When Jaycee decided to walk home after his car died, he had no idea his life was about to take a turn for the worst. A stranger attacks him in his own backyard, but Jaycee soon finds out that the man isn’t human... -
Tomte by Jamie Fessenden
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsRYAN ANDERSON has known something was wrong since he was a teenager. He’s been tormented by a sense of emptiness and loss—but what did he lose? He has no idea. Then a mysterious man appears, calling himself Tomte, a Swedish word Ryan remembers hearing from his grandmother in his childhood. It means “Christmas elf... -
Whole In His Arms by Skye R. Richmond
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsPhoenix couldn’t be happier. He’s finally found his mate, and they’re planning their forever. The only thing that’s missing is the truth about his past. Orphaned at a young age, Nix has always had questions. When the opportunity comes along to finally find out the truth, he’ll stop at nothing to get those answers... -
Crush Depth by Mia West
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsDolphin shifter Pete has a he’s in love with his best friend and rescue partner. But when they’re ordered to bring their natural chemistry to a publicity campaign, playful Jay just might have deeper feelings for Pete than either of them realized.+He has almost everything he could ask for – but he wants more.Dolphin shifter Pete Sutherland has a he’s in love with his best friend... -
Hunted by Reese Knightley
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAmid forbidden love and betrayal can two men find a way to be together?When hunter Jace DeLeon volunteers to track down his best friend, his life is changed forever. No one who has ever contracted the deadly Rabid Virus has lived to tell about it. It’s going to take every ounce of his will to deliver the final blow to a man who secretly holds his heart... -
Christmas Heat by M.M. Farmer
Rated: 3.98 of 5 stars · 10 ratings‘Tis the season for surprise heats, fake boyfriends, and landing on the naughty list… DanIt was looking like I might have the worst Christmas ever. I tanked a presentation at work that could cost my job, I drove my car into a snow bank on the way home for the holidays, and then my heat started while I was trapped in the mountains...
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