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Tristan is the new Second of the Dart Creek Pack, and trying to support a new Alpha who is recovering from silver poisoning. So much of the Pack’s success rests on his shoulders, so when he is ordered to pair up with a human who has been stalking the Pack, he fights it hard. A wolf like him isn’t meant to be paired up, and especially not with some meddling, sassy, tenacious, spitfire of woman who is too bullheaded for her own good. And pretty. God, she’s pretty. Meredith is so pretty, it messes with his mind and has him making questionable decisions, and right now? The Pack can’t afford for him to make mistakes. An arranged pairing is not what he signed up for, and now Meredith is revealing why she’s really hunting the Pack. It’s dangerous for him, and his people, but also his unwitting new mate is putting herself right in the line of a fire not even Tristan can save her from.

Meredith Walsh has a bone to pick with the Dart Creek Pack—only she doesn’t know what they are quite yet. Her best friend, Summer, has a new set of friends, and they are setting off all of Meredith’s instincts. She’s pretty sure they are vampires, but the closer she gets to the truth, the more the new leader is cementing her into a mass of trouble she is completely unprepared for. That old saying, “Be careful what you wish for,” never felt so big as Meredith finally gets exactly what she’s been hunting. And now? She can’t go back to her old life, and she can’t unsee the truth. Now she has to figure out a way to get out of a pact with a handsome stranger, with glowing eyes and teeth that are a little too sharp, or both of their lives could be ruined forever.

Don’t miss this action-packed final installment of T.S. Joyce’s bestselling Wolves to Be series of short stories. There’s a new Alpha in town, and he’s shaking everything up. Adventures to have, mysteries to solve, and a whole lot of heat between two strangers destined to either save each other, or destroy each other—Under Him is the finale you do not want to miss.


**Content love scenes, naughty language, and piles of shifter secrets. This series is establishing territory lines of a Pack, and is an spicy-love-story-action-packed adventure from start to finish. If you aren’t up for fighting and hot-and-heavy love scenes, this won’t be your jam, but if you’re up for romance with a side of war-between-good-and-evil, this one’s for you!

140 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 3, 2023

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T.S. Joyce

159 books3,442 followers
T.S. Joyce is devoted to bringing hot shifter romances to readers. Hungry alpha males are her calling card, and the wilder the men, the more she'll make them pour their hearts out. She werebear swears there'll be no swooning heroines in her books. It takes tough-as-nails women to handle the shifters of Bear Valley.

She lives in a tiny town, outside of a tiny city, and devotes her life to writing big stories. Foodie, bear whisperer, ninja, thief of tiny bottles of awesome smelling hotel shampoo, nap connoisseur, movie fanatic, and zombie slayer, and most of this bio is true.

Bear Shifters? Check
Smoldering Alpha Hotness? Double Check
Sexy Scenes? Fasten up your girdles, ladies and gents, it's gonna to be a wild ride.

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14.2k reviews537 followers
June 13, 2023
This one was just ok for me. I was meh on Tristan and Meredith, their whole 2 week thing was ridiculous. I did like how Summer and Meredith took on the bad guys at the end and did what they could, but was also glad to see the guys get there to help in the end.
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4,245 reviews92 followers
July 1, 2023
A story with Meredith and a pack of wolves: Tristan being the second of the Dart Creek Pack.
This was a spicy story with quite a lot of love scenes.
Always love reading interesting shifter stories. 3☆
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2,038 reviews6 followers
June 8, 2023
For those of you that have read the first 2, but not this one you are in for a treat. If you thought Tristan was a hoot, wait until you get a load of Meredith!

Stalking her bestie Summer never prepared her for Tristan, there is something seriously weird about this dude, vampire? Whatever he is seriously hot!

Tristan never expected his alpha Nash to order him to mate Meredith, but there it was, he had 2 weeks to do the deed and to a human with no filter!

OMG did I ever lol! This one really made me laugh like no other Ms. Joyce.
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2,069 reviews57 followers
June 9, 2023
She is a spitfire

Meredith had me laughing she was funny. Tristan was yummy and he is so dedicated to his pack. It's kind of sad that Meredith won't be a werewolf too. But she is strong enough anyway.
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1,128 reviews6 followers
September 27, 2023
Last book in this trilogy, and I can't help but love all the characters Joyce creates.

Her books are fun, lighthearted, and filled with humour and warmth.

Maybe that's why I always feel they're too short!
I want to revel into these stories for hours on end (at least 12-15 hrs pr book), just because I don't want to leave the characters and the world Joyce creates.
3,202 reviews66 followers
June 27, 2023
The new pack must develop the bonds needed to defeat the baddie if they are to survive. The h is fantastic, upbeat and genuinely good person and she falls for a wolf. He's good to her and I loved their relationship.
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3,083 reviews201 followers
June 6, 2023
I'm a big fan of Joyce, but I just haven't enjoyed this little miniseries. This was the best entry though and felt less forced than the others.
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2,900 reviews59 followers
June 18, 2023
Tristan and Meredith😍

Under him is the next book in this series and all about the second of the Dart Creek Pack, Tristan and Summer’s bestie, Meredith❣️

For the last few weeks Meredith feels as though Summer is pulling away from her. She’s hanging with a new crowd because of her new man, but Meredith is determined not to be left behind🙃 She finagles her way in with the “Pack” - not aware of what they are….until Tristan finally reveals the truth to her. Now they’ve been ordered to complete their mating within two weeks😳 Oh boy…

I really enjoyed this story and the characters. It also felt more action-packed than normal which I also enjoyed🤩
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235 reviews7 followers
July 18, 2023
Reviewed at Shifter Haven

Under Him concludes the Wolves to Be series (all three were short stories) with an intense yet completely oddball combination of danger and the unique sense of oddness that is simply Meredith. She sees things through her own point of view, which is mostly a bit skewed, to say the least. Meredith definitely walks to her own drum… and this time, she was so wrong about what she was so certain about. Oh, there is something magical going on with her best friend’s life – on that, she was correct. Now, she’s agreed to something she cannot figure out how to get herself out of… or if she really, truly wants to. She got what she wished for… and she was not prepared!

There is danger facing this pack, that cannot be overlooked. And the ultimate conclusion was everything I’d hoped for (and, frankly, expect from any of this author’s books). But it was the relationship between Tristan and Meredith that captivated me in this story. I loved Meredith’s, well, let’s say, unique way of looking at life… she really missed her calling as a stalker. Tristan is caught between exasperation with his new mate, and the need to devour her while keeping her safe from the dangers ahead. I loved this couple, they are the quirky folks that I always look for in any of T. S. Joyce’s series. Meredith might not be my top favorite, but she’s a close second in that category. I had a blast here, and actually, that’s the entire point.

I read this title through my Kindle Unlimited subscription.
46 reviews
June 28, 2023
HAPPY SIGH!

I love these books. T.S. Joyce is there every month or so to inject a little bit of happy into the stress of every day life. I look forward to the hours I get to spend with whatever group of shifters is being spotlighted at that time. Sometimes I save the newest book for the days I especially need a pick me up. Under Him definitely fell into that category. Wonderfully and uniquely quirky, in the way only this author could pull off, Under Him is the last book of the series of the Dart Creek Pack. It is the story of Meredith and Tristan, who are kind of the best supporting characters in the previous 2 books. Tristan is now Pack Second under his best friend, Nash, (hero of the first 2 books), and Meredith is the BFF of Summer, (the heroine of the other books). Together they are sweetly and endearingly awkward, but their strength and unending loyalty to the friends they have dedicated their lives to support is what ensures the story's HEA. Tristan and Meredith are the Sam to Summer and Nash's Frodo, (Lord of the Rings). They are the backbone of the story. Under Him will inspire you to be a better friend and a louder cheerleader to the ones you love. Definitely a 5 star read in my opinion.
694 reviews2 followers
June 14, 2023
These 3 short stories were originally written in 2018, so if you have been an ardent T.S. Joyce fan from the beginning then they might seem a bit familiar. A couple of editing issues, but they didn't really push you out of the moment enough to really matter. Tristan and Mere's story is overflowing with humor and tears, along with a huge amount of fast paced action. Over before you want it and wishing for more. T.S. Joyce is a queen, with the ability to develope intricate, deep, well rounded characters. The good, the bad and even the ugly. You get it all within her books.
I usually wait until all the books are completed and available before starting a series of hers. I know that I will be fully engulfed in whatever world she decides to allow us to venture into. I know there will be tears, and I really have to be in the right headspace to be able to enjoy her work to the fullest.
As always, well worth my time and $$. Can not recommend more ardently.
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2,479 reviews80 followers
June 5, 2023
Meredith finally has her own book!
I love Meredith. She is the perfect amount of crazy and mentally unstable for me to think she should be my bestie. Because she is an awesome friend with mad stalker skills and her weirdness is so endearing. I want about seventeen more books from her POV.
We don’t get a huge amount in this book with Meredith and Tristan as a couple, but it’s the Meredith show. I would read the whole thing narrating her getting ready for work and it would be entertaining. T.S. Joyce writes the best oddball characters and I am here for them. I’m not even going to mention the plot, because who cares? All you need to know is Meredith.
Profile Image for Dawn Siemer.
1,292 reviews6 followers
June 7, 2023
Tristan + Meredith

This series has a different feel to T.S. Joyce's other books. It's set in a slightly different world, without fated mates. The men aren't so much fighting the beast inside as working super hard to hide their supernatural natures.

Meredith is Summer's best friend. Really, Summer is her family. So when Summer starts pulling away, she's determined to pull back. And Meredith is a fighter, so she pulls back hard. When Tristan puts himself in the middle, he ends up in Meredith's lap.

You might think that would generate all the conflict necessary, but no. Tristan likes her and buddies under her skin immediately. They need some werewolf hunters to make things interesting.
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1,865 reviews3 followers
June 8, 2023
Tristan

Book three think this is the last in this series? Unless other characters get added and we see the weddings (their was a third female, friend of mere and summers, was she married? Can't remember) anywho this book ends the journey of nate settling in as alpha,him and his 2nd finding mates plus the danger of the hell hunters.
Sad to see it end but you never know with this author might be a new series coming a cross over link or not.But one thing is always for sure,another story or series will have, a love story a interesting storyline great characters and very funny humour.
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410 reviews2 followers
June 10, 2023
Such An Awesome Series

The stories in this series are shorter but so darn good you can't stop reading until you finish them. Meredith is best friends with Summer and has figured out werewolves exist. She and Tristan have a quick hook up but when Nash the alpha learns she knows their secret Tristan steps up and says he told her to protect Meredith. Nash gives them two weeks to mate or Tristan will suffer punishment by silver. Both decide to get to know each other and to see what happens. Turns out they are perfect for each other. Meredith earns her place in the pack when she fights beside Summer against the Hell Hunters. Absolutely loved their story.
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1,786 reviews23 followers
July 11, 2023
Choose You Back

“I don’t get hurt! I get a sense of humor and use my pain to fuel my jokes and I get funnier. I elevate. That is how I cope and that is how I’ve become the irresistible delight you see before you.”

Oh, My, Goodness! Another fantastic paranormal romance from T.S. Joyce!

Meredith, Summer’s best friend, finds her way into their pack, through he hearts of those she loves and needs to protect. Unfortunately, she isn’t a wolf, nor should she know about them. Nash solves this dilemma but pairing Meredith with Tristan, and the fun begins.

Sexy shifter and funny humans make for a wonderful read!
Profile Image for Kelly.
217 reviews8 followers
June 4, 2023
Absolute Love!

I will forever be a fan of TS Joyce. I have read all of her books and as soon as a new one comes out, I drop everything else and devour it.

I love the series more than anything because it means so much to TS. I can see little parts of her soul shinning through in this book especially.

Meredith is probably one of my favorite FMCs. She’s unabashedly herself which leads to some literal laugh-out-loud moments. And Tristan? That hot-boy was smitten almost from the jump.

Too many people sleep on TS, but she is a shifter romance queen! 👑

664 reviews1 follower
June 13, 2023
4.5

I always enjoy her books for the characters, the storyline, and the wacky humor. The only question I had about this one was involving the storyline. The girls walked from the hotel to the gas station and walk into an ambush?? Since there were no tracking devices that could’ve gotten them to the hotel, how did the Hell Hunters Anticipated they would be going to the gas station and stage and attack?? There were also some minor editing problems that were a bit distractive for me. All in all, another enjoyable read.
61 reviews
July 9, 2023
It was good

It was good, but it was too short, and it wasn't that original. It had some originality, but the basic layout was unimaginative. I did like Tristan's character, he sounded hot and sweet and smart and devoted and strong. Meredith was cute. She was also sweet, funny, smart, and tough. This was a good story to read to fill a few hrs, but by the time I really started to get into it, it ended. I recommend this book if you want a good quickie with a hot guy in the lead. Enjoy!
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5,108 reviews86 followers
September 28, 2023
Meredith Walsh is over no answers from her friend, Summer, and decides Tristan could verify if he and his friends are vampires. Two weeks after their bathroom tryst, Meredith’s convinced Tristan’s a werewolf! She shows Tristan her proof, demanding to be an honorary werewolf but the alpha, Nash, has another punishment in mind.

To this reader’s taste, Meredith was still annoying but the story, which included the pack’s primary enemy, the hunters, made a good outing and farewell.
Rating: 4stars
Profile Image for Brooke ♡.
288 reviews35 followers
October 30, 2023
3.5/5 starssssss

Alrighty this last part had kind of a drop off, Meredith and Tristan were still cute but they were not my favorite lol. Meredith was a bit too talky, and the end??? 👎 👎 👎 👎 👎 👎 . Actual disappointment LOL. Like :(. This book was the longest of all three, but felt like it was wayyyy too short. The pacing was kind of off and the ending was SO lackluster I actually had to sit there for a second and just stare at the last page ⚰️ . Luckily you really don't need this book and can stop at the second one and still be fine with the story in general.
1,526 reviews4 followers
June 9, 2023
Good story as always

I thought the story could have been longer. I love how protective she was over her friend Summer. I did not like her attitude during the prologue but she grew on me. Kind of like how she grew on Tristan. Just thought that them not caring about humans kind of defeatsd their job if they were supposed to be protecting humans that kind of went against their purpose. Was glad for the outcome. Next story please!
24 reviews
June 11, 2023
Always Amazing

Let me start by saying T.S. Joyce will always be my favorite author! I read all the time and have second favorites too! But I realized that the amount of smiles and laughs I have while reading her books is insane. But then I cry just as much because there is so many feelings that she brings in all her books. This book is short but still amazing! Meredith is hilarious! Tristian thinks she is too which makes him great just for getting her!
204 reviews
February 7, 2024
Awesome series. I hope there are more

I loved this series so much. I was a little upset in the first book , when she woke up alone, I almost stopped reading because I was so mad. But I knew this author and that she wouldn't do something like that. Then book 2 was even better. Then this..oh my. Merideth is totally awesome and I loved her. For a human she acts a lot like a shifter. She blew his mind..lol I loved everything about this series!
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94 reviews2 followers
August 27, 2024
Joyce has a habit of making her lead characters almost identical to the last book just read, but this time, Meredith made me want to drive a corkscrew into my eye.

There’s something to be said for bubbly and outgoing personalities but I am so tired of these endless yammering twits who are so strong underneath. And these burly men who can’t stand them but suddenly fall in love? Ohhhh give me a break.
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14 reviews
June 5, 2023
Wow!!! Fantastic!

Be still my heart, this was another fantastic story from TS Joyce! One of my favorite authors has done it again!! Each of her stories seem to get better and better! Meredith has got to be one of my favorite female characters ever! This was a great story! Thank you T.S. for taking me on such a wonderful adventure!
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2,472 reviews23 followers
June 8, 2023
Conclusion

Tristan's story brings these short stories to their conclusion. Hopefully, there will be full length stories to come. Meredith was a hoot. Tristan is the second in command of their pack, but now the stalkerish human spit fire is too curious for her own good. The short story was a good ending to this. There were some grammatical errors.
Profile Image for Kathy Wideman.
2,610 reviews43 followers
July 6, 2023
This is the third book in this series. They need to be read in order. Tristan is the new second to the new alpha and his friend Nash. Meredith is his new alpha queen’s friend. She is tenuous. She keeps coming around. But they can’t let just any human know what they are. She doesn’t have to become a wolf but she does have to pair up with one. Tristan has been told he will be that wolf. Can the pair work things out. Meredith has had a bunch of ideas about what Summer and her new friends are. Can the two of them find a way forward? Someone is after the pack and they are using Meredith. Will Tristan be able to protect Meredith. They are attracted to each other but couldn’t be more different. This book was a great read. Meredith is funny and spunky and refuses to be left out of her friend’s new life. Tristan is finding his place in the new pack. While navigating his feeling for this woman. I can’t wait for the next book in this series. I am loving these characters. Fantastic job T.S. Joyce.
Profile Image for Suzanne.
515 reviews4 followers
August 6, 2023
Exceeded my expectations

I have often found it very short stories, or Novelas don’t deliver on a decent plot. This series was good. I hope that there’s more to come. Summer and Nash were heartwarming. Meredith and Tristan had kick to their story. This is the first I’ve heard of this author and I plan to read more.🔥🔥🔥/5
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