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Keeping Secret (Secret McQueen #4)

by Sierra Dean (Goodreads Author)

4.28 of 5 stars 4.28 · rating details · 538 ratings · 75 reviews

"Something old, something blue, something deadly what else is new? "

"Secret McQueen, Book 4"

It s a nice day for a white wedding. At least that s what Secret McQueen is hoping for, with her poofy-princess-dress marriage to a werewolf king looming closer and closer by the day. But as ever, nothing can be that easy for a vampire/werewolf hybrid for whom someone still harbors...more

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Published July 10th 2012 by Samhain Publishing, Ltd.

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Jul 11, 2012 Marissa rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: ebook, romance, series, urban-fantasy, vampires, werewolves, favorites

Aggghhh! I just about died twice, and wanted to commit the most heinous murder at least three times!! Oh dear lord that was painful! And WTF was up with that ending?!?! Cliffy Hell! I’m kind of pissed off, and yet a little bit hopeful. Grrrrr! Rant-rave-rant-rave!
I don’t know what to say. I hurt and I’m confused. I’m lost and shredded. I am deeply suffering and totally flabbergasted! Wait, those all mean about the same thing.
You have killed me Sierra Dean! All that is left of me is a bumbling,...more

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Aug 08, 2012 Carmel (Rabid Reads) rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: favourites, werewolves

Reviewed by: Rabid Reads

Keeping Secret delivers the story that I'd expected from the previous installment. McQueen's finally growing into her new roles, the love triangle gets a much needed shakedown and this is the wolf-iest book yet. The story is no less action-y than its predecessors but there is a notable shift from assassin drama to powerful supernatural leader dilemmas which is exactly what I wanted to see happen. Prepare yourselves for the new and improved Secret McQueen!

The last three bo...more Reviewed by: Rabid Reads

Keeping Secret delivers the story that I'd expected from the previous installment. McQueen's finally growing into her new roles, the love triangle gets a much needed shakedown and this is the wolf-iest book yet. The story is no less action-y than its predecessors but there is a notable shift from assassin drama to powerful supernatural leader dilemmas which is exactly what I wanted to see happen. Prepare yourselves for the new and improved Secret McQueen!

The last three books have all focused on Secret's vampire half while as this story brings her furrier side to the forefront. Finally! The moment I've been waiting for! There are significant differences between the two species and Sierra uses them to her advantage in this installment. The undead are all about "me, me, me" while as wolves are all about the pack. As protector and future Queen, Secret must adapt and learn to put the needs of others before her own and that personal sacrifices are a daily fact of life. Her character goes through some pretty significant changes in Keeping Secret and by the end I was actually proud of how far our little assassin has come.

I didn't think that it was possible for me to detest Lucas any more than I already do but lo and behold, I was wrong. The werewolf king gives douchebag a whole new meaning in this book. He just expects Secret to fall in line and happily go along with whatever hair-brained idea he dreams up. Fans of this series know that our girl is no shrinking violet but apparently Lucas thinks otherwise. Fool! If it were up to McQueen they would get married Vegas-style but because she's trying to be a good Queen she bites her tongue and lets Lucas plan the wedding. That was her first of many mistakes. However, leave it to Lucas to make the dumbest, most obvious faux pas of all time. Secret's reaction is priceless and a re-read worthy moment.

Sierra's writing is gripping no doubt about it; from her killer one-liners at the end of each chapter, to her trademark snark and jaw dropping cliff hangers. She drives her series forward like no other author I've ever read. It's like a freight train, there's no stopping it. Her books are hard to put down and Dean forever leaves readers wanting more.

Keeping Secret is balls-to-the-walls, oh-la-la, no holds barred, pure epicness. I want the next book now, now, now! *stomps feet* Best. Installment. Yet.

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Jul 29, 2012 Marsha rated it 4 of 5 stars Recommends it for: Adults

I once read a saying, "I lost myself trying to imitate someone else." This is the cautionary tale of Secret Mc Queen in "Keeping Secrets. As a former assassin and current vampire council member, Secret is stong, capable and fierce. However, when it come to her personal life and romance, she thinks with her vagina instead of her brain.

I will not recap the plot for this book since so many others have already done so. I want to discuss how Secret's repetitive actions continually causes chaos in her...more I once read a saying, "I lost myself trying to imitate someone else." This is the cautionary tale of Secret Mc Queen in "Keeping Secrets. As a former assassin and current vampire council member, Secret is stong, capable and fierce. However, when it come to her personal life and romance, she thinks with her vagina instead of her brain.

I will not recap the plot for this book since so many others have already done so. I want to discuss how Secret's repetitive actions continually causes chaos in her life. First, she dates two werewolves Lucas, the King and Desmond who works for the King. She ignores her internal warnings and agrees to a mate bound with the King when she knows she love Desmond more. She agrees to marry Lucas for the good of the pack even though this is really not what she wants. She graciously gives over her power time and time again for the people who do not necessarily deserve it. Even her estranged Uncle attempts to warn her of the error of her actions; but, she ignores it. When is she suppose to get what she wants? How did she ever think her situation with Lucas would continue to endear Desmond to her? Well, guess what? It doesn't!

Then, without giving anything away, I just could not fatham her actions at the cliffhanger ending. Here she goes again, thinking with her lower body part. It's like she woke up in the morning and said, "Hum, how can I screw up my life today?" Well, I will give credit where credit is due. Secret is good at screw ups. Either she does not know how to be happy or she does not feel she deserves to be happy. Either way, I am not quite sure if I can continue on with the series when I do not like the main character very much.

Lastly, after book 2 I began to question where I could like Lucas because all he could think about was the pack. After the callous way he has treated Secret in this book, it is clear to me that not only is he not thinking of what is good for the pack, he also does not give a damn about Secret. I am all for forgiveness. However, it comes with a price. Secret needs to put on her big girl panties and hold to her promise to be done with him for good. If not, I will be done with both of them and this series for good.

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Apr 25, 2013 Trish rated it 4 of 5 stars

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Jul 15, 2012 Judy & Marianne from Long and Short Reviews rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: erotic, action-adventure, science-fiction-fantasy, suspense-mystery, m-f

Originally posted at: http://whippedcream2.blogspot.com/201...

Secret McQueen-half vampire, half werewolf, is all bite and no bark. Mated to the King of the Eastern Werewolves, her wedding to Lucas Rain is fast approaching. The only problem is someone is trying to make sure she never walks down that aisle. To complicate matters, Secret’s uncle, King of the Southern wolves, has decided that Secret and Lucas must visit Louisiana and get his approval. And then there's her position as one of the thre...more Originally posted at: http://whippedcream2.blogspot.com/201...

Secret McQueen-half vampire, half werewolf, is all bite and no bark. Mated to the King of the Eastern Werewolves, her wedding to Lucas Rain is fast approaching. The only problem is someone is trying to make sure she never walks down that aisle. To complicate matters, Secret’s uncle, King of the Southern wolves, has decided that Secret and Lucas must visit Louisiana and get his approval. And then there's her position as one of the three most powerful vampires in New York, the exalted Vampire council triad of leaders. As the attempts on Secret’s life keep coming, Can she and Lucas ever make it down the aisle and present the united front the pack needs? Can Secret discover who's behind the plot to kill her, before one of the hit men actually succeeds? And what about her debt to her former mentor, Holden Chancery?

Sierra Dean has built a fantastic world filled with danger, passion and trouble around every turn. The characters are like old friends after four books, and I love watching as these characters interact and grow in their roles. The intertwined destinies of the characters are complex and well written, and I look forward to seeing where Ms. Dean takes Secret next.

Secret McQueen is a very unique woman; half vampire and half werewolf, she's passionate, strong and extremely loyal to her friends and family. She's willing to face whatever comes her way with a huge dose of sassy sarcasm and wit, and more than a little courage. I enjoyed watching her face the worst of her fears in this book-the dreaded wedding planner! Her adventures in bridal traditions are all terrific fun. And her solutions to many of the problems is such a great twist.

The men in this one are all strong and deliciously gorgeous. Lucas Rain is the rich and powerful King of the Eastern wolves, and Secret’s mated other half. Desmond Alverez is the wolf Secret loves and he's Lucas’ lieutenant in the pack. He's light to Lucas’ dark, and both are hot, strong and sexy. Then there is vampire Holden Chancery, a man who is as drawn to Secret as either of her wolves. I enjoy watching as each of these men tried in their own way to win Secret and make her theirs. They each have strong personalities, and sometimes they all clash over who will be with Secret.

There are several stories running through this one, but all converge toward the end for a very surprising and unexpected turn of events. This is definitely not the book in this series to start with, and I recommend that these be read in the order they are written for best results. Does Secret get her happy ever after and her ‘white wedding’? All I will say is you must read Keeping Secret to find out.
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Jul 14, 2012 Douglas Meeks rated it 5 of 5 stars

Keeping Secret by Sierra Dean

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Finished Keeping Secret and it was as awesome as all of them have been, this one started a bit slower (or maybe my mood was not right) but it got rolling and never stopped until the end. This is definitely the series that Anita Blake could have been, she is tough, skilled and still soft enough to make you like the character. this is a top series for those who love UF, it is PNR in characters but UF in action. 4.5 Stars easy ranking for the ser...more

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Apr 20, 2012 Steph marked it as wishlist

Shelves: author-웃, series-ongoing

Description from Samhain Publishing:

Something old, something blue, something deadly…what else is new?

Secret McQueen, Book 4

It’s a nice day for a white wedding. At least that’s what Secret McQueen is hoping for, with her poofy-princess-dress marriage to a werewolf king looming closer and closer by the day. But as ever, nothing can be that easy for a vampire/werewolf hybrid for whom someone still harbors a death wish.

Summoned to the south by her werewolf uncle, who makes no bones about the fact

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Apr 03, 2013 Tiki rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: favorites

What a ride! Lots of twists and turns.... And I really liked Holden in this one. Unexpected /funny-His reciting lines from "Deliverence" when they were deep in the backwoods.
As with the previous books it's fast paced with lots of action. Some vampire intrigue but it's mostly centered around the werewolves. I don't know what it is about this series but I like Secret having various love interests. And this installment really shakes things up. Really looking forward to the next!!

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Jul 13, 2012 Nicole rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: read-in-2012, review, urban-fantasy

Review originally posted here: http://thebookpushers.com/2012/07/13/...

Secret is back in the 4th installment of the series, and this is going to be a very difficult review for me to write. I really enjoyed the story, but the last 10-15% of the book absolutely killed me, and in many ways put a bit of a stain on the series.

Secret’s wedding to Alpha Lucas is coming closer and closer, and although Secret isn’t one hundred percent on board with the event, she is willing to do what is necessary for th...more Review originally posted here: http://thebookpushers.com/2012/07/13/...

Secret is back in the 4th installment of the series, and this is going to be a very difficult review for me to write. I really enjoyed the story, but the last 10-15% of the book absolutely killed me, and in many ways put a bit of a stain on the series.

Secret’s wedding to Alpha Lucas is coming closer and closer, and although Secret isn’t one hundred percent on board with the event, she is willing to do what is necessary for the pack. But someone is desperately trying to kill her – to make sure she doesn’t make it to the big day. When she and Lucas travel down to meet with her uncle, they will have to jump through hoops to get his approval on their nuptials. When they return to New York, the assassin comes closer to Secret than ever before, and she will be forced to engage in a fight to the death – and on her wedding day to boot.

I have to say, the action in this book is the best the series has to offer so far. Between the car chase, the stand off in the bridal shop, the battle in the swamp and the final showdown between Secret and her assassin, this book really was incredible. There was plenty of high octane moments when Secret kicked ass and took names, along with plenty of snark and hilarious one-liners that broke up the intensity of the scenes. I absolutely loved that aspect of the book, and think that Dean is one amazing storyteller.

I also loved getting a glimpse into Secret’s extended family. We haven’t really seen much of her family save her grandmother, and getting to meet her uncle, great-grandmother, and the siblings she never knew about was such a treat. Seeing her try to come to grips with her past and her family and all the preconceived notions she had just added another depth to Secret’s character that I absolutely loved getting to see.

Secret still amazes me with how strong of a character she is. She can fight alongside vampires and wolves, and get the better of most of them. She is funny and sarcastic and a heroine that I adore reading. However, when it comes to Secret’s love life, I have a very VERY hard time watching her act like a twelve year old girl. This continues to be the only (but HUGE) downfall of the series for me. I am a romance girl at heart, and having Secret constantly bounce around in this weird love-trapezoid-thing is starting to discolor my adoration of the series.

I have always been firmly on Team Desmond, and have never bothered to hide my dislike for Lucas. In this book, Lucas takes his asshatery skills to a whole new level, and I ended up losing a lot of respect for Secret because of the way she let him treat her. Add in how she treats Desmond – not seeming to spend a lot of time considering how her actions affect their relationship – and I wanted her to pull her head out of the sand and force her to see exactly what she was doing.

Then the ending…. ZOMG the ending. Talk about a cluster. The assassin, the wedding, the heartbreak, and the cliffhanger in which Secret is about to make the biggest mistake of her life (in my opinion). It was all a little too much for me, and if Secret goes through with what I think she does in the cliffhanger, I might have to break up with her once and for all.

All in all I am still sucked into the world of Secret and have an intense love-hate relationship with these books. They are like crack to me, with incredible storytelling and wonderful plots that are amazingly written. However, like I said, the romance (or lack thereof) aspect is starting to weigh heavily on the series and making for difficult reading. I sincerely hope Secret makes a decision in the next book.
I give Keeping Secret a C+(less)

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Mar 17, 2013 Sandra rated it 3 of 5 stars

OMG I no longer just dislike Lucas - I hate him. He is an arrogant, selfish entitled douche. And Secret - as much as I love her I cannot believe she lets him get away with this sort of thing over and over again. Last book he forced a mating on her without her knowledge or agreement,backed her into a corner re marrying him by asking at an important pack event so she couldn't refuse without damaging the pack, disrepects her, talks about how much he loves her and how it is their pack but never disc...more OMG I no longer just dislike Lucas - I hate him. He is an arrogant, selfish entitled douche. And Secret - as much as I love her I cannot believe she lets him get away with this sort of thing over and over again. Last book he forced a mating on her without her knowledge or agreement,backed her into a corner re marrying him by asking at an important pack event so she couldn't refuse without damaging the pack, disrepects her, talks about how much he loves her and how it is their pack but never discusses anyhting with her and manipulates the crap out of her "for the good of the pack". He doesn't even bother to tell her the consequences of the mating ceremony - knowing she will no longer be able to be with Desmond who she loves. And then ...then stands her up at the wedding he cornered her into agreeing to. And does he bother to call to let her know he can't make it (its freaking phone call surely you could spend 5 minutes calling whilst on the plane) no he sends his jealous ex girlfriend who hates Secret to tell her.Arg! And Secret lets him!!!!!!!!!!! No metaphysical bond is reason enough to put up with his shit. Sure she gets annoyed everytime he does one of these things but then is kind of oh well its done now and moves on - no wonder he keeps doing stuff like that - HE GETS AWAY WITH IT - of course he wont change. I was thrilled with the ending and Secret saying she was done with Lucas - but based on her previous enabling behaviour figure she will be back with him at some point "for the good of the pack" ( and why is Secret so concerned with a sacrificing herslf for a pack she as been in for all of 5 minutes?). If you sk me the pack would be better off with a different king. Hell let Callum take over. I have no objection to Desmond - he is certanily better that douchbag Lucas but he is fairly bland and certainly not very alpha for an alpha wolf. I want Secret to be with Holden ( not for just one night). Holden and Secret have a real relationship built over time, and working together, with respect, affection humor and chemistry.Please please Sierra don't ruin a great series by keeping Secret tied to Lucas. She needs to be able to break that bond. Oh - and I love Brigit she is awesone.(less)

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Jul 25, 2012 Pam Godwin rated it 4 of 5 stars

As the fourth book in the Secret McQueen series, I’d like to say we’re finally getting somewhere-–in regards to her love life-–but it’s only become more complicated. I don’t care if she shares polyamorously, picks just one, runs off by herself. Whatever the decision, she needs to make it soon and stick with it. For at least awhile. I continue to follow this series because Secret is a take-no-shit vampire/werewolf heroine who doesn’t bore me with girly musings or melodrama. BUT, her indecisive be...more

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May 06, 2012 Pamela / SpazP rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: favorites

My FAVORITE of the series! Keeping Secret is doooooope. Review to follow closer to release.

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Jul 24, 2012 Franny (The Reader's Edge) rated it 5 of 5 stars

Release Date: July 10, 2012
Publisher: Samhain
Author’s Website: http://www.sierradean.com/
My Source for This Book: Amazon
Part of a Series: Yes, Book 4, Secret McQueen
Series Best Read In Order: Yes
Genre: Urban Fantasy

Official Blurb:

Something old, something blue, something deadly…what else is new?

Secret McQueen, Book 4

It’s a nice day for a white wedding. At least that’s what Secret McQueen is hoping for, with her poofy-princess-dress marriage to a werewolf king looming closer and closer by the day....more

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Jul 20, 2012 Stephanie rated it 5 of 5 stars

Seriously, that's how you end the book? Why must you torture us so? This book definately brings out the emotional roller coaster. There was action, adventure, terror, jealousy, romance, and heartache all rolled into one. I have enjoyed every book in the series, and this one was no exception. I must admit that it brought me to tears, so keep a few tissues handy. This was such a page turner for me, and I couldn't put it down. I stayed up until nearly 5 am reading it. Yes, it was that good! My only...more

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Jul 24, 2012 Tam B. rated it 4 of 5 stars

I read this book in one sitting. I think it was another great entry in the series.

WARNING SPOILERS (I'll try not to be too specific.)

This book decided me as really not liking Lucas (I may have made that decision previously but this confirmed it). He is an "ask for forgiveness" kind of guy and NEVER explains the fall out from his actions regarding Secret. He might tell her - this will happen, but it won't be full disclosure. I really don't like that Secret never calls him on it. It's always writ...more

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Aug 21, 2012 Elaine rated it 5 of 5 stars

I honestly did not expect to enjoy this book as much as I did! I remembered I had enjoyed the series and saw a new book was out but I did not remember it being this good! I have to reread the whole series now! I made the mistake of downloading this on my kindle at 10:00 last night and was up half the night reading it and then was so upset I couldn't sleep. I'm not sure if what happened is going to turn out to be the best thing for her but I am so angry and sad for her! I always liked Holden and...more

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Jul 27, 2012 Kiki rated it 5 of 5 stars

Not to sound too repetitive, but Oh My Sierra Dean!! Every time Jules and I even try and guess which way the next book will go we end up surprised! We can talk for hours about which turn Secret will take and each time WE ARE WRONG! Where oh where does she come up with these ideas? And to keep us engaged book, after book...she must be a Jedi Master!!

"It's a nice day for a white wedding!" In this 4th installment of the Secret McQueen series, Secret is ready to march down the isle with Lucas and be...more

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Aug 17, 2012 Blodeuedd Finland rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: urban-fantasy

By looking at the cover you sure know something is gonna happen, yes Secret is going to marry Lucas. And I could not wait to sink my teeth into this one.

I still like Lucas but he always puts pack first! Time after time. He knows how she feels about Desmond, I mean she loves Des more! Still I like Lucas, but that love is wearing thing while reading this book. And Desmond *cries*. Why can't she just have them all :( Poor beta Des.

Like that wasn't enough, I started falling for Holden in this one. H...more

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Jul 10, 2012 Lisa rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: earc

I've been a big fan of Sierra Dean's Secret McQueen series since i read the very first one. I can't believe we are on to book 4 already. I say that after i've been impatiently waiting for each one. I then inhale them in one big gulp or in this case sitting and then start waiting for more again. Honest to god i never knew where the author is leading me in this book. I don't mean that in a bad way though. I mean it in a very good and devious way. lol Secret has so many love interests you need a ma...more

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Jun 02, 2012 Kelly rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: ebooks, 2012-favorites, read-in-2012, urban-fantasy

Before I start this review I have something to get out of the way...

*flails*
*weeps*
*flails*

Yeah. This book sort of flayed me alive. In a "hurts so good" sort of way. I seriously had to put the book down at one point and take a long cleansing breath because poor Secret had thing after thing thrown at her and I was a MESS. I love that she has the physical strength to face down the bad guys and not get gutted but emotionally ... oh, Secret!

I'm really wavering on how I feel about her uncle and the h...more

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Aug 28, 2012 Kara-karina rated it 5 of 5 stars

4.5/5
I seriously LOVE this series! Very easy read, so entertaining, sassy and fun!

Why? See here and here.

*SPOILERS AHEAD*

Mwahahaha! Lucas, you stupid jerk, you got what you deserved! Seriously, I despise this guy, I couldn't see what Secret was seeing in him and her staying in the relationship with him was something I would call temporary insanity. Talk about two people so totally wrong for each other...

Keeping Secret is important growing-up step for the main heroine. She is reconnecting with t...more

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Jul 21, 2012 Cheryl M-M rated it 5 of 5 stars

Hard to believe, but Dean has managed to surpass herself with this fourth installment of the Secret McQueen series.
The beginning chapters set the tempo for the rest of the fast paced and surprise filled book. I mean that quite literally, the scene in the car was breathtakingly specific.
With an almost waterlike fluidity Dean manages to inject her extremely witty repertoire amongst the vampire regality, the werewolfs odd etiquette rules and her main characters explosive personality.
I found myself...more

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Dec 06, 2012 Anna rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: read-in-2012, supernatural

I absolutely devoured the Secret books. This was one time that I didn't mind too much about being sick because it allowed me to read most of them in one sitting and to read the whole series (so far) in two and a half days. The characters, setting and story lines were excellent in all four books, Keeping Secret was no exception. I felt so much during this book, especially towards the end. I'm trying to stop thinking about this series so I don't go crazy before I can read the next book in the seri...more

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Jul 25, 2012 Kaza rated it 5 of 5 stars

Sierra Dean you know how to write the books I like. With lots of action, a good plot-line, humor and great emotional and passionate romantic interests, Keeping secret was amazing.

Even though the ending was only a moderate cliffhanger, it couldn't have made me more anxious for the next one....HURRY!

One a side note, I loved Lucas and stood by and understood some of his not so nice behavior in the past, and thought if she gave him more of a chance her connection with him could be stronger than tha...more

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Jan 31, 2013 Fab Fun & Tantalizing Reads rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: laugh-out-loud

Keeping Secret it the fourth installment of the Secret McQueen series, a series that I can count on for a tricky romantic scenario, sass & snark and lots and lots of action. All throughout this one I was anxious. I didn��t know what was going to be in store for our resident asskicker, but I knew it was going to be dangerous and fun.

The only thing I knew about wedding dresses were that they were all white, tight and probably impossible to kill someone in.
Unless that someone was Kimberly, in...more

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Mar 11, 2013 Ana rated it 4 of 5 stars

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. So...No cliffhanger this time. Not much of one anyway. I still keep wanting to read the next one as soon as possible though. These books are so damn addictive!

Secret's life just gets better and better. The more powerful she is, the more enemies she gets. I gotta say after constant betrayals I'd be pretty wary and tired of every f***ing person in my life but somehow Secret just keeps going and going.

Desmond's reaction to her werewolf marriage with Lucas was pretty understandable and predictable....more

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Apr 14, 2013 Josie rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: secret-mcqueen, urban-fantasy, kindle

4.5 stars

*SPOILERS AHEAD*

So frustrating!!! Lucas has always been a manipulative little shit. Throughout the books he has continually taken decisions out of Secret's hands, forcing matings, engagements, taking away her and Desmond's soul bond etc. And then he practically forces her to marry him and he leaves her hanging. Though, I can't say I didn't see it with the whole "Lucas is so dependable" and "I'm walking up the aisle first."

Has Lucas not heard of a phone though? Couldn't he have just said...more

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Aug 04, 2012 Rosebud rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: contemporary, favorite, m-f, paranormal, series-book, shapeshifters, steamy-but-not-erotica, summer-love-2012, summer-reading-challenge-2012, werewolf, vampire-erotica

I soooooo love this series and this author.
If you have read the 'Sookie Stackhouse' 'Coletti Warlords' 'Brides of the Kindred' or 'Vampires in America' series and liked them you will definitely like this series.
Central character, strong hybrid Secret McQueen, is set to marry the Eastern Coast Werewolf king but she's not happy about it. She has always lived a low key quiet life so marrying the king who happens to also be a billionaire celebrity will change her life completely. Not to mention sh...more

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Jul 09, 2012 Annie the Destroyer *Leather Lust* rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: arc, ebooks, review-requests, read-in-2012, genre-urban-fantasy, author-sierra-dean, series-secret-mcqueen

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Here comes the bride!

Sierra Dean is back with another instalment in the Secret McQueen series. This time Sierra is engaging in her usual mischief but she also has a more serious matter to attend to...her wedding. Being married to the werewolf king, Lucas should solve all her problems, but it seems that there is more to it than just saying, “I do” at the altar. As Secret figures that mess out, there is also the pressing issue of her werewolf uncle. As family feuds arise,...more Posted on Under the Covers

Here comes the bride!

Sierra Dean is back with another instalment in the Secret McQueen series. This time Sierra is engaging in her usual mischief but she also has a more serious matter to attend to...her wedding. Being married to the werewolf king, Lucas should solve all her problems, but it seems that there is more to it than just saying, “I do” at the altar. As Secret figures that mess out, there is also the pressing issue of her werewolf uncle. As family feuds arise, Secret also has her hands full when it comes to the love interests in her life. All this makes for a thrill ride and Dean doesn’t not disappoint.

I have to say that I just adored Secret and her antics. She’s always an entertaining one to read and though she is kickass, she never has that iciness to her that I think a lot of other assassin heroines have. She’s very easy-going and admirable, but when it comes down to the real deal, Secret is all business and handles herself well. Secret has gained a new fan in me.

I was impressed by the way Sierra Dean wrote this book because it was very action-packed without really getting lost in the action. It was just smooth sailing throughout the whole thing with lots of laughs and some moments that made me go, “Oh my God!”

There’s a great a balance between the emotional aspect of the story and the action. I loved that Secret was strong but she had Holden around to keep her company. It just shows how well rounded Dean makes her characters because you seem to just love them all.

More emphasis is focused on Secret’s werewolf side, so if you enjoy that, then you’re in for a treat!

It’s funny that there is a product warning for this book: Contains a grumpy bride who shouldn’t be wearing wedding white, a motley crew of bridesmaids, a dangerous scenic drive in the woods and a smoking-hot trio of suitors who might be too scorching to touch.

To be honest, it is spot-on! I think maybe that quote alone would be a better review than what I just wrote. Nevertheless, KEEPING SECRET will rock your socks off!

*ARC provided by publisher(less)

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Jul 16, 2012 Sha rated it 4 of 5 stars

Why Sierra?!? Why do you do this to me?!?!

At first, when I started reading the book, i was like "Desmond who?". Lucas Rain really caught my attention. I remember Lucas being an ass, but when I read this, I actually found him endearing.He was handsome, charming and really attentive over Secret. I mean, if she married him even if its just a front, its wasnt all that bad, not bat at all!!!

OMG! (view spoiler)...more

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Sierra Dean is a reformed historian. She was born and raised in the Canadian prairies and is allowed annual exit visas in order to continue her quest of steadily conquering the world one city at a time. Making the best of the cold Canadian winters, Sierra indulges in her less global interests: drinking too much tea and writing urban fantasy.

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“Nonsense. Everyone knows Canadians are a peaceful people.” He was laughing now.
“Tell that to the White House circa 1812,” I told him.
“Oh? Why?”
“Because that’s the year the peace-loving Canadians burned it to the ground.”
Dominick grabbed an empty bottle and jumped onto his chair. The room got silent in an instant as everyone paused to look at him. “Cheers to 1812.” He lifted his empty bottle.
The whole room whooped and raised their full glasses, howling in unison.
I could barely hear over the sound of my own laughter.” — 1 person liked it

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