Seducing a Reluctant Mate

Rough River Coyotes #5

by Anitra Lynn McLeod

[Siren Everlasting Classic Erotic Alternative Paranormal Romance, M/M, shape-shifters, sex in shifted form, HEA] The truth won’t set him free…Cassidy Williams was known for his great cooking and his unshakable honesty. But when he discovers Storm Hoffman asleep in the garden, he’s possessed by a fierce need to put an end to his loneliness. Against his better judgment, he lies and claims Storm is his mate. Since Storm has been drenched by an angry skunk, Cassidy knows he has a few days before Storm’s true alpha can pick up on his pheromones. Professional hockey player Storm is hiding plenty of his own secrets, and running from a past that could get his new friends killed. Despite everything against them, Storm begins to fall for the gentle cook who sees beyond the hostility that has become Storm’s trademark on the ice. But when their need for one another shatters their restraint, they will have to fight both inner and outer demons if they want to stay together. Can Cassidy make his lie the truth? Or will he have to surrender his mate to another? ** A Siren Erotic Romance

Genres: M M Romance, Paranormal, Shapeshifters, Paranormal Romance, Contemporary, Gay, LGBT

112 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 18, 2012

Reviews

[Hc · Rating 4 out of 5]

Yet another redemption by the author with the latest coyote book. I really enjoyed the fact that mates aren't necessarily set in stone, especially for one that comes across as abusive. Thou there is a hint that different packs can and do operate differently from other packs, I find it hard to believe that abusive behavior should EVER be accepted no matter the policies. Russell came across as a jerk and I don't think anything will ever change that so in coyote land he should never get another mate to abuse. And what about Storm's real parents? wow what a twist.. I really hope we catch up to them eventually and get the lowdown.. also I hope to learn more about baby shifters.. thou not right away as none of them are ready for that... great read!

[Michi Rosa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book.
So much better than the ones before!
I can't wait for the mpreg to start and see all those big alphas going crazy around their pretty pregnant beta mates!

I can just imagine how terrible (and hilarious) Storm's mood swings are going to be!

"Remember that plank I didn't make you walk? (...) You're going to have to polish it every night." - said Cassidy. (Pirate talk. This made me laugh!)

[Saffron Mavros · Rating 4 out of 5]

It ended a bit abruptly. But the storyline was beautiful. This was the first book of the series that I read. Maybe that's why it felt novel, fresh, and cute!

[Honey · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was going to give this book 4 stars up until the very end. 1. I don't think the author did a good job of explaining herself after she decided to change the rules. Are couples fated? Can they choose? The explanation was just confusing. 2. Russell's character. I just couldn't believe that by the end he was made out to be simply misunderstood. Rape is rape and if he ever gets a book I will give up on this series. And 3. Cassidy gave up being a vegetarian? And this was added at the very end? Lost a little bit of my respect.

[CB · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fun series. Very unique characters and stories. The author takes great advantage of the fact that these are fiction and comes up with some entertaining theories on shifters and mating.

I've read all 13 that are currently out and they've gone through all kinds of things including amnesia, shadows, knots to dark/light compounds and even male pregnancy with all kinds of hot, sexy men. So much going on and I only touched on the tip of the topics - all mixed in with hot sex - what's not to enjoy!!

[Kelly (Maybedog) · Rating 3 out of 5]

For an allegedly amazing cook, Cassidy isn't very creative. Every single morning they have scrambled eggs, pancakes, hash browns and bacon. Yuck. Lunch is always sandwiches. It's hard to be a good meat cook when you're a vegetarian. You can't taste it to make sure it's OK.

I don't like that there isn't only one true mate.

Argh. I want the peril of the first couple of books. Now they're getting to be average formulaic shifter fare.

[~SexyBookWorm~ · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have been waiting for Cassidy to get his mate since book 2 when he was introduced. I was extremely happy with his pairing. Storm is a closeted pro hockey player who denies his self with a fierce vengeance. But he falls for Cass almost instantly! I loved them together!
There is also a secret abt Storm that we learn about in the end that I hope will be flushed out more in the future.

[Candice · Rating 3 out of 5]

Oh Cassidy and Storm. LOVED these guys. I wished we learned more about Storm though So is he done with hockey? No regrets? What about his life in Canada/friends/house/belongings/etc.

One thing I didn't like was the fact that Cassidy gave up a part of himself :( That made me sad. We did learn a secret though about Storm that was pretty cool.

[Jess · Rating 4 out of 5]

I skipped a few books because of poor reviews. I may go back to them but if I see enough of them in the next books then I think I will just skip 2-3 forever lol

I really enjoyed this book and could read it out of sequence with ease.

[Jeliee Maye · Rating 4 out of 5]

I Love Cassidy!!! XD