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What if I Stop Running?
After losing her first love at such an early age, Red thought she’d seen all that life had to offer her. Running away from her hometown and to a big city, to fulfill her duties as a vet, she never thought she’d have to return to the one place that hurt her the most. With an ill grandmother, she’s left with no choice but to aid her. To certain civilians in Deep Woods, Arizona, Red is seen as a veterinarian, but to others that know, she was something more—something so special that the only person who’s able to bring out her specialty was her true mate.
Downing ‘DW’ St. Wolf is no stranger to being lonely or an outcast. He may be seen as the town’s wealthiest bachelor, but to Red, he’s a mysterious grouch that’s rude. With a secret of his own, he works hard to stay away from Deep Woods’ newest veterinarian, but a few run ins at Wolf Tales changes everything. Just when the pair start to get to know each other, secrets are revealed, and a mutual enemy makes himself known.
A blast from Red’s past resurfaces, and things become too heavy for her. She retreats like usual, but this time DW refuses to let her get away. Red is hit with sickness, lies, and an unexpected surprise. Will Red stay with DW and go through the tests of life, or will she continue to run from love and the past, while death seeks her loved ones?
Downing ‘DW’ St. Wolf is no stranger to being lonely or an outcast. He may be seen as the town’s wealthiest bachelor, but to Red, he’s a mysterious grouch that’s rude. With a secret of his own, he works hard to stay away from Deep Woods’ newest veterinarian, but a few run ins at Wolf Tales changes everything. Just when the pair start to get to know each other, secrets are revealed, and a mutual enemy makes himself known.
A blast from Red’s past resurfaces, and things become too heavy for her. She retreats like usual, but this time DW refuses to let her get away. Red is hit with sickness, lies, and an unexpected surprise. Will Red stay with DW and go through the tests of life, or will she continue to run from love and the past, while death seeks her loved ones?
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118 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 6, 2023
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December 17, 2023
What an enjoyable spin on Little Red Riding Hood! I can always count on Wynta to tell a unique story, and this one really had my attention. I wasn't sure that I would enjoy the paranormal elements, shifters and such, however, I did very much. Good job!
December 15, 2023
This was a creative and interesting take on Little Red Riding Hood
December 9, 2023
Ratings 5/5⭐️😊
This was a really great short novella!
This was a really great short novella!
December 16, 2023
What if I Stop Running
A fairytale twist on the Little Red Riding Hood that was interesting and grabbed my attention. Magic and shifting, yes and yes!
A fairytale twist on the Little Red Riding Hood that was interesting and grabbed my attention. Magic and shifting, yes and yes!
December 19, 2023
Amazing
No one can tell a story like Wynta Tyme. I loved this version of Little Red. Wynta is really in a lane of her own and she always bring something different. DW was everything! He loved him some Red/Mocha. I'm glad she stopped running and embraced her true self. I would love more stories about this town.
No one can tell a story like Wynta Tyme. I loved this version of Little Red. Wynta is really in a lane of her own and she always bring something different. DW was everything! He loved him some Red/Mocha. I'm glad she stopped running and embraced her true self. I would love more stories about this town.
December 28, 2023
😍😍😍
Amazing read! It wasn’t at all what I expected and I loved every twist and turn and shift! Great read!
Amazing read! It wasn’t at all what I expected and I loved every twist and turn and shift! Great read!
January 6, 2025
A grand supercalifragilisticexpialidocious mystical paranormal filled time! Oh my gawddd. Not only does Wolf have a good relationship with Red's grandma but his POV was so fulfilling for me. As in it was a good addition to the story. You are right DW you deserve real love just like the next person. There is every shifter from snake shifter to eagle shifter in this book. Yes, my heart broke because Red lost her first love, Pane, but I am still happy for all that she gained afterwards.
December 23, 2023
Red Ryder
This retailing of red riding hood was like no other. I absolutely enjoyed the twist of everyone in the book being a supernatural, and i also enjoyed having so many shifters in one book.
When Red Ryder thought she would never return to her hometown, it was actually a mix between the best decision ever with a hint of a bad decision.
This retailing of red riding hood was like no other. I absolutely enjoyed the twist of everyone in the book being a supernatural, and i also enjoyed having so many shifters in one book.
When Red Ryder thought she would never return to her hometown, it was actually a mix between the best decision ever with a hint of a bad decision.
December 9, 2023
loved
She gave me just what I’ve been wanting. Something that was totally different and unique. Sometimes I get tired of reading about the same things over and over. And this book was definitely not that. Outstanding
She gave me just what I’ve been wanting. Something that was totally different and unique. Sometimes I get tired of reading about the same things over and over. And this book was definitely not that. Outstanding
January 27, 2024
Red Riding Hood
Who doesn't like a good classic retelling? I mean, I do, and this little red riding hood retelling is chief kiss. I'm enjoying how this series is classic retelling with mature subjects!
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We have Red Ryder, I have to say this name along is great. If I were to have another child, I would name them Red Ryder. Back to the review, Red Ryder is a veterinarian who left her hometown due to losing her first love, but when he granny gets sick, she comes back to town and meets DW. DW is everything you would want in an alpha wevewolf and the way he handles Red. I love how the wolf in this story is actually a wevewolf.
Who doesn't like a good classic retelling? I mean, I do, and this little red riding hood retelling is chief kiss. I'm enjoying how this series is classic retelling with mature subjects!
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We have Red Ryder, I have to say this name along is great. If I were to have another child, I would name them Red Ryder. Back to the review, Red Ryder is a veterinarian who left her hometown due to losing her first love, but when he granny gets sick, she comes back to town and meets DW. DW is everything you would want in an alpha wevewolf and the way he handles Red. I love how the wolf in this story is actually a wevewolf.
May 8, 2024
WOW! 🥹
The suspense, the story line, the magic! This was such a fun read!
My first book by Wynta and definitely not my last! I loved learning about the shifters and the powers they possessed. I about cried when they explained Reds new look once she morphed into her ✨magical ✨self.
The “big bad wolf” is your book boyfriend in this story. Not your enemy sis! 😅 We love mister DW, and he did NOT play about his Red Riding hood. ❤️
The suspense, the story line, the magic! This was such a fun read!
My first book by Wynta and definitely not my last! I loved learning about the shifters and the powers they possessed. I about cried when they explained Reds new look once she morphed into her ✨magical ✨self.
The “big bad wolf” is your book boyfriend in this story. Not your enemy sis! 😅 We love mister DW, and he did NOT play about his Red Riding hood. ❤️
November 4, 2024
Red & DW
This was such a cute read! This was my first time reading a book by Wynta and I really enjoyed it. The book starts in Red’s past and jumps to her present. Red and Pane are so in love, but he is not her future. When we catch up to Red in the present she is single and coming home to help her grandma out. There are a lot of twists and turns in this book, Red & DW are a strong couple and the love they have for each other is 🔥
This was such a cute read! This was my first time reading a book by Wynta and I really enjoyed it. The book starts in Red’s past and jumps to her present. Red and Pane are so in love, but he is not her future. When we catch up to Red in the present she is single and coming home to help her grandma out. There are a lot of twists and turns in this book, Red & DW are a strong couple and the love they have for each other is 🔥
May 12, 2025
Wow!!
If you like paranormal romance, then you are definitely going to love this book. This was not my first time reading a paranormal romance but Wynta did her big one and made me lave them more.
Her paranormal remake of Little Red Riding Hood was simply amazing!! The romance story between Red and DW was so well written and the back story and family drama brought it all together, I definitely recommend reading this amazing remake of every one’s favorite bedtime story!!
If you like paranormal romance, then you are definitely going to love this book. This was not my first time reading a paranormal romance but Wynta did her big one and made me lave them more.
Her paranormal remake of Little Red Riding Hood was simply amazing!! The romance story between Red and DW was so well written and the back story and family drama brought it all together, I definitely recommend reading this amazing remake of every one’s favorite bedtime story!!
December 10, 2023
A fabulous retelling of a fairytale!
Oh how I loved this retelling of little red riding hood! Wynta gives her own flavor and paranormal twist! There are gnomes, a wolf, and many shape shifters. Someone wants Red Ryders gift so read this exceptional retelling and find out if Red will stop running and face her foes and magical abilities!
Oh how I loved this retelling of little red riding hood! Wynta gives her own flavor and paranormal twist! There are gnomes, a wolf, and many shape shifters. Someone wants Red Ryders gift so read this exceptional retelling and find out if Red will stop running and face her foes and magical abilities!
January 3, 2024
I like the twist
I like this retelling ….DW knew what he wanted before meeting Red…Red was running from lost love but found it DW….. I loved the supporting characters but I had unanswered questions who was the wolf that bite DW originally Why did red her powers do late this way a good read I just wanted more
I like this retelling ….DW knew what he wanted before meeting Red…Red was running from lost love but found it DW….. I loved the supporting characters but I had unanswered questions who was the wolf that bite DW originally Why did red her powers do late this way a good read I just wanted more
January 11, 2024
Fairytales
The title of this book definitely describes the story within. From the very beginning I fell in love with these characters. This is a different read from my normal read, but I enjoyed every page and all of the crazy drama. The twist and turns of this storyline were a surprise and made this a great read.
The title of this book definitely describes the story within. From the very beginning I fell in love with these characters. This is a different read from my normal read, but I enjoyed every page and all of the crazy drama. The twist and turns of this storyline were a surprise and made this a great read.
May 15, 2024
Great read
this is my fist time reading a book that deals with shifters I found it to be very interesting and enjoyable. By the time I realized that this was book three of a series ( BLP Fairytales), I was too invested to start over. So my next read will be book one of the series. I hope it will be as enjoyable
this is my fist time reading a book that deals with shifters I found it to be very interesting and enjoyable. By the time I realized that this was book three of a series ( BLP Fairytales), I was too invested to start over. So my next read will be book one of the series. I hope it will be as enjoyable
November 26, 2024
Reconstructed Red Running Hood
The author reimagined The Grown Little Red Running Hood in a world of magical creatures including shifters, Gnomes, Fairy, and mystical beings with a pound of erotica. The wolf definitely has a different role in this tale and Grandma isn’t frail. Even the woods are a world unlike the classic tale.
The author reimagined The Grown Little Red Running Hood in a world of magical creatures including shifters, Gnomes, Fairy, and mystical beings with a pound of erotica. The wolf definitely has a different role in this tale and Grandma isn’t frail. Even the woods are a world unlike the classic tale.
December 11, 2023
Definitely an “A” for originality!
This was such a fun read! I was introduced to some brew shifter breeds that I’ve seen anyone else do before. (I won’t spoil it for y’all). There were a few shock factors this story and a good time was had!
This was such a fun read! I was introduced to some brew shifter breeds that I’ve seen anyone else do before. (I won’t spoil it for y’all). There were a few shock factors this story and a good time was had!
December 21, 2023
MrsTee_Reading_Realtor
This was good! I enjoyed this remix of Red Riding Hood! Paranormal are a jam and I'm here for them. The scenes in this story was hot! The Gnomes were an interesting spin.
This was good! I enjoyed this remix of Red Riding Hood! Paranormal are a jam and I'm here for them. The scenes in this story was hot! The Gnomes were an interesting spin.
December 25, 2023
Wolf who😍
I never knew how much I need a wolf love story in my life. This was my first read by this author and I loved it. This adaptation of Little Red Riding Hood is definitely my new favorite. Loved the pen♥️
I never knew how much I need a wolf love story in my life. This was my first read by this author and I loved it. This adaptation of Little Red Riding Hood is definitely my new favorite. Loved the pen♥️
December 27, 2023
Red and her Wolf!
I enjoyed this Red Riding Hood retelling novella!!! It is also my introduction to Wynta Tyme's work, and I can't wait to read more.
This Red Riding Hood is unique; shifters of all kinds, gnomes and magic make this a page-turner.
I enjoyed this Red Riding Hood retelling novella!!! It is also my introduction to Wynta Tyme's work, and I can't wait to read more.
This Red Riding Hood is unique; shifters of all kinds, gnomes and magic make this a page-turner.
January 5, 2024
So good!!
Little Red Riding Hood is a favorite childhood story of mine…however Red and DW’s story wasn’t for the kids at all!!! I absolutely enjoyed this retelling and the black girl magic all up in it!!
Little Red Riding Hood is a favorite childhood story of mine…however Red and DW’s story wasn’t for the kids at all!!! I absolutely enjoyed this retelling and the black girl magic all up in it!!
January 7, 2024
What If I Stop running?
This story follows thriller, romance and suspense. Oh how I love this story and the revelation of family secrets. I did not want this story to end,it was so good . Ms. Wynta Tyme, did her job. Thank you.
This story follows thriller, romance and suspense. Oh how I love this story and the revelation of family secrets. I did not want this story to end,it was so good . Ms. Wynta Tyme, did her job. Thank you.
January 7, 2024
Great book
This series just keeps getting better. I really enjoyed the spin that was put in this book and all the references of other fairy tales. This book is packed with action and excitement but the romance still shines through.
This series just keeps getting better. I really enjoyed the spin that was put in this book and all the references of other fairy tales. This book is packed with action and excitement but the romance still shines through.
January 9, 2024
Fantasy romance
This was a pretty good book. This is the second book by this author they I've read and I enjoyed them both. I have not read a lot of fantasy books, but I'm learning to love them. Great story, great plot twists. I'll definitively be reading more of her books.
This was a pretty good book. This is the second book by this author they I've read and I enjoyed them both. I have not read a lot of fantasy books, but I'm learning to love them. Great story, great plot twists. I'll definitively be reading more of her books.
January 13, 2024
Loved it
Wow is all I can say. This book was not your ordinary Red riding hood, but it was better. Her father had another child that was truly what he was a real snake. I am so glad that Red was able to get her true love back and some more blessings.
Wow is all I can say. This book was not your ordinary Red riding hood, but it was better. Her father had another child that was truly what he was a real snake. I am so glad that Red was able to get her true love back and some more blessings.
January 14, 2024
BLP3
Little Red Riding Hood!!!! Babbbyyy you had me shook at the reveal! I actually threw my phone down lol! I love a good hidden magical being. This is my first time reading your work but I can guarantee it won’t be the last!
Little Red Riding Hood!!!! Babbbyyy you had me shook at the reveal! I actually threw my phone down lol! I love a good hidden magical being. This is my first time reading your work but I can guarantee it won’t be the last!
February 17, 2024
A Must Read 💖
Great story. It was short but not too short. It gave a back story and the characters were developed, and a little suspenseful. The different shifters made it want to read more.
Great story. It was short but not too short. It gave a back story and the characters were developed, and a little suspenseful. The different shifters made it want to read more.
March 20, 2024
love this storyline
My favorite fairytale story read to date and I wish it was longer. Definitely think the author should write another story similar to this with the main characters being wolves. I love a good wolf romance.
My favorite fairytale story read to date and I wish it was longer. Definitely think the author should write another story similar to this with the main characters being wolves. I love a good wolf romance.
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