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Anjal: A Demi-God Shifter and a BBW Fated Romance

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Tick, tock.As the ticking of Priscilla's biological clock grows louder after cradling her friend's newborn, a mysterious bearded stranger named Anjal reveals that she is destined to be his mate. Despite her skepticism, there's an inexplicable familiarity about him, and he's not just a man but a powerful demigod and shifter descended from Helios.

Anjal grapples with conflicting desires – his inner bull urging an immediate claim on Priscilla while his human side longs to love and protect her forever. Meanwhile, Priscilla, a curvy high school teacher, must navigate the labyrinth of truths and dangers that threaten her life. Anjal becomes a silent observer in Priscilla's life, captivated by her curves and fierce independence.

In this thrilling world of The Children of the Sun God, where love echoes across realms and destiny beckons, Priscilla and Anjal embark on a passionate journey.

Will Anjal overcome his hesitations and claim his mate? Can Priscilla accept the extraordinary destiny that awaits her?

Order now to unravel the enchanting tale of demigods, mythology, and a love that transcends time.

255 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 23, 2024

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Tiffany Ann

31 books95 followers
More than twenty years after studying English at the University of New Orleans, Tiffany Ann is excited to be living out her dream of putting her stories on paper and sharing them. Writing contemporary paranormal romances with a splash of science fiction and magical realism. Her books are meant for anyone whose heart believes in true love.

Born and raised outside New Orleans, she is married to her soulmate and is the mother of four teenagers, and is extremely proud of her Louisiana heritage, going back eight generations. Tiffany works in the hotel industry and serves on several boards, benefiting her community. Her favorite movie is "The Princess Bride" and her favorite book is "Wuthering Heights."

Tiffany loves to read and support indie authors living the same dream she is, and loves to hear from fans.

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Profile Image for Kealyn.
582 reviews155 followers
April 18, 2024
Anjal: A Demi-God Shifter and a BBW Fated Romance by Tiffany Ann

4/5 stars

First I want to thank Tiffany for reaching out to me and gifting me a copy of Anjal. I commented on someone else's review and she asked me if I wanted to read it as well. Of course I wanted to. Because the tropes, the blurb, it instantly sucked me towards the book. And I completely and utterly devoured it. The following opinions are my own.

The book starts with Anjal suddenly sensing his mate. He tries to hide it from his friends but they quickly realize what is going on and encourage him to go find her.
Meanwhile Priscilla is holding the baby of her co-worker Lisabeth and suddenly she hears tick-tock. A sudden maternal urge takes her over and she is trying to locate where the tick-tock sound comes from. She thinks she is going crazy.

A few days pass and when Priscilla is going to Lisabeth she spots a stranger on his bike and he suddenly starts walking toward her. And kisses the hell out of her. He quickly explains they are mated and that she must come find him when he is ready. And that is what kick-starts the story.

This is a wonderful, slow burn romance story. I love the body positivity aspect in this one. Priscilla is a bigger girl with curves and an amazing body. While Shay, her best friend, is very skinny and doesn't have a big chest. I love that both woman are adored in this novel and that it sends the message that however you look, you belong and you are accepted.

I also loved the friendships in this book. Priscilla, Shay and Lisabeth are all three fierce woman and each have their own strength.
And the brotherhood between the men was admirable as well.

Jamie's character arc was the best out of all the characters. I am glad he learned from everything that happened and became who he is in the end.

I secretly hoped for a bit more spice. And bit more depth overall in the book. But all in all a fantastic read!

4 huge stars for this addictive story!
Profile Image for Stacey (sassysreadingnook).
643 reviews75 followers
April 22, 2024
Rating - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 4.5/5

I really enjoyed this book! Tiffany Ann has written a beautifully addictive slow burn romance about two fated mates finding each other and the dangers the truth can bring.

I loved Pricilla! She’s a sweet, caring, sassy woman, who’s living an ordinary life…or so she thought. Until an annoying ticking sound starts coming from her body. She’s completely thrown and dumbfounded about what is going on, until out of nowhere a very handsome, sexy, strong male appeared and kissed the hell out of her.
From there her whole world is thrown upside down and everything she thought she knew about herself, has turned into utter chaos. The only thing that was clear was the strong bond and attraction to this strange man.

Anjal is such an amazing character, I loved him too! He’s a Demi-god who’s been brought up with traditions and after finding his mate, he had to reevaluate certain things to help accommodate his mate. The fact that he can transform into a strong, fearsome bull just adds to his sexy aura. When it comes to his mate, there’s nothing he wouldn’t do!

I also adored the friendships. To Anjal’s group of mischievous men to Pricilla’s two very close friends. It definitely was a fun adventure.
I’m really looking forward to reading their stories. 😁

**Thank you so much to Tiffany Ann for giving me the opportunity to read and review Anjal. 🥰
Profile Image for S. Smith.
Author 1 book7 followers
March 20, 2024
Omg! I don’t want to wait for the next book to come out!

Anjal is a Demi-god, part man & part bull. Destined to hear the ticking clock of his mate, the one he’d spend the rest of his life with.
Priscilla thought she was your average woman, a teacher. She never expected when her boss and best friend’s bundle of joy would change her life forever. When looking into that little baby’s face and deciding then she’d like one of her own… to suddenly feeling and hearing this loud tick-tock sound. What is causing this? What will make it stop?

This is a total must read! I honestly could not put this book down, I was hooked! To read a man who is so use to traditions being known, to then have to woo his mate while she is reluctant as she has no idea what he’s going on about!
Profile Image for DesiRee.
159 reviews6 followers
March 18, 2024
I fell in love with Priscilla’s story with her struggles of being adopted and over weight the fact that anjal was attracted to curvy females before even seen her was prefect. The love anjal family shown Priscilla from the very moment they met her even jumping to a threat to the entire community be located just because it was her siblings is amazing. I can’t wait to read Shay and Jayce story hopefully we will find out if Priscilla becomes pregnant.
Profile Image for Kat.
377 reviews74 followers
March 17, 2024
I absolutely loved this read ❤️
Profile Image for iesha Bright.
529 reviews19 followers
March 12, 2024
Omgeeeeee!!!!! When I tell you I could not put this book down I am not exaggerating. I read it in one sitting and was upset with all the interruptions lol
Anjal a demigod shifter
He hears his clock tick the minute his mate Priscilla holds her best friends baby. She believes she is crazy because she can hear clicking coming from within her. When Anjal shows up claiming she is her mate she doesn’t believe him. It’s up to him to convince her. After some time she seeks him out and they start getting to know each other but there is danger they don’t foresee. Will Anjal be able to get to Priscilla in time? Will she give in and finally accept Anjal? This book was too good and I can’t wait to hear about her sister and her mate
10 out of 10 recommend
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25 reviews
March 12, 2024
I read this in one day I couldn’t put it down it was so good it’s my first book of Tiffany’s that I have read I wasn’t sure what to think but I enjoyed reading it about demigod and this journey
Profile Image for Beth Green.
938 reviews12 followers
April 2, 2024
Priscilla doesn’t know why she hears a sudden tick-tock after holding her friend’s new baby. Anjal is torn between his need to claim his fated mate and his desire to love and protect Priscilla. As their worlds collide, Priscilla will question everything she thought she knew about herself, her family, and the world around her…

Priscilla is a body-positive heroine who takes time to consider things before acting. I liked how both Anjal and Priscilla leaned on their supportive friends and family when navigating this new call.

A tender well-paced romance showing genuine connection before some serious steam.

ARC provided by the author. Opinions are my own.
Profile Image for Anna Marie Leffew.
394 reviews20 followers
April 17, 2024
Tiffany Ann you have out done yourself on this one! I love this book! The story of Anjal and Priscilla just hit so many emotional feelings for me. The adoption, the being overweight all emotional feelings that societies put upon us. This book is awesome and has a fairy tale love to it. The characters are absolutely wonderful all of them. I cannot wait to read all of their stories (hint hint). I am so looking forward to Shay and Jayce's story at least i hope it is with Shay. I highly recommend this book!
Profile Image for Marissa.
116 reviews
April 25, 2024
I really enjoyed this book. When I started reading I wanted to keep reading. I enjoyed the characters.

Anjal heard tick tock while he was at the bar with his cousins. And then Pricilla could hear the tick tock while she was holding a baby. Anjal followed the ticking until it stopped. And then that’s how their story began. I feel like everything fell perfectly for this book! Each of the characters worked perfectly for this book. The mystery of what happened was awesome. I loved how Priscilla and Shay didn’t know they were really siblings. I am excited to read Jayce’s story. And Jamie being a nicer brother when he realized he truly cared for his sitter.
Go give this book a read!(: it was such a good read.
Profile Image for Jackie.
42 reviews2 followers
October 18, 2024
I have read many of Tiffany Ann's books and have enjoyed them all. This series though may have just became my favorite by her. The characters are intriguing, I love how she incorporated characters from her other series into the telling of this story. The characters from the other series help the story line and keep everything linked while giving them their own series. I am waiting impatiently for book 2 which I know will be just as amazing if not better than book 1. Boys and girls she's done it again. If you haven't read her books yet you really do need to.
Profile Image for Megan Russ.
Author 27 books114 followers
April 17, 2024
I could not put this down. I picked it up on Sunday and finished it last night. This story is everything a shifter romance should be. There is a plot and real romance happening. This is a slow burn but fast read. The pacing is quick and POV shifts are perfectly done. I have to say I was hesitant going in. I was worried this would be like every other shifter romance, and I would end up DNFing it but I flew through it faster than any other book so far this year. I LOVED IT!!!!
Minotaur, mazes, hunters, and witches! What isn't to love! The banter between the characters is perfect. There is a balance of show don't tell that allows you to experience the world through the multiple POVs.
I'm going to be honest this is only my second Tiffany Ann book. I have another of hers and I just ordered her Hotel Lamia, because I want more of her writing. This is the type of romance writing I've been looking for. So much of it recently is just thinly veiled crap but this was amazing. I am hoping I can get ahold of book two early. I think I have found my new favorite romance writer.
There is only one spicy scene in this book which I appreciate in a romance. Especially when it comes to shifter romances, most of the time it is, Find Mate, Consummate Mate Bond, oh there is a plot hook...more mating...more mating...oh there goes the plot... Not here. The romance building between Angal and Cill was heartfelt and at times brought tears to my eyes, because having a soulmate isn't about just being with the right person, it is about being the right person for your mate.
I felt for Cill when it came to her relationship with her brother, how nice it would have been had they had that relationship she wanted from the start, hopefully we see more of that newfound love between them in book two.
I'm not going to lie the entire time after it was hinted about Shay I was rooting for her, but I didn't expect that twist.
I am so grateful that I was selected to be an ARC reader for Tiffany this round. Thank you so much for selecting me. I LOVE IT!!
This book is part of a series and ends with the set up for book two. I loved the way it ended, that last night made me laugh out loud and I had to show my husband I was laughing so hard. Jayce has his hands full with Shay, I cannot wait for book two.
Profile Image for Cathryn Melani (cat.inspired).
497 reviews24 followers
April 22, 2024
I would give this one ALL the stars if I could. This shifter romance blew me away! I page turned well into the night to finish this in one sitting.

It has EVERYTHING I want above and beyond what I usually love in a fantasy read.

This has:

A confident, curvy, older FMC
Fated mates / soul mates
A clan of sexy demigod shifters
mythical creatures
heartwarming banter and MMCs who have no issues expressing their emotions.

I SWOONED reading this!

Action, romance, this book has it all. Its DEFINITELY going to be a TOP read of the year (probably ever) and I HIGHLY RECOMMEND you RUSH to read this.

Then come talk to me!!

Book one in a planned 6 book series with interconnected character each getting their own story. I'm so eager for book two already. Luckily this is well underway to launch later this year.

This book was everything my little old 'sweep my off my feet through a portal' needed.

Huge thank you to the author for my gifted book of this. As always all thoughts are my own.
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190 reviews19 followers
April 23, 2024
Review ↝ This quickly became an instant fav of mine. I really enjoyed the insta love between Anjal and Priscilla and laughed at several instances of them just being perfectly imperfect.

This had multi POVs - fated mates - curvy rep - and the FMC and I just so happen to share the same name! 🥰what’s not to love am I right?! The author did an amazing job of introducing readers to her new series by writing characters that we could connect with. While they did have fantastical things happen to them as demigods, the author still made them relatable. In fact, I’m excited to read Shay and Jayce’s love story this summer!
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Author 3 books7 followers
April 23, 2024
Absolutely blown away

I loved the new twist on the well-known mythical creatures. I was super excited to see how side characters from a different series were brought into this book. As some one who has read every book of hers, seeing these well loved characters from her very first book was great. As a lover of shifter romance, this is definitely one of my favs of Tiffany's.
Profile Image for Stephanie.
4 reviews28 followers
April 12, 2024
It’s been awhile since I’ve read books about demigods. But also a shifter? This is definitely a first for me and it didn’t disappoint! Didn’t know what to expect about this book since it’s my first read from the author and I loved it. Finished it in one day! It’s fast paced with a little action and spice. I can’t wait for the next book to come out!

Thank you Tiffany Ann for the gifted e-ARC.
Profile Image for Jess.
22 reviews1 follower
April 30, 2024
"I'm beautiful as I am. All women are beautiful."


Minor spoilers ahead.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶🌶 one explicit scene

This book surprised me, I was expecting a romance story with a curvy FMC and a shapshifter MMC, but there is more to this story with a meaningful message.
While yes, it is a fun and exciting romance story with shapeshifting minotaur, there is a beautiful message for not just curvy people but for everyone that we are all beautiful no matter our appearance!

I felt like I could easily relate to the character of Priscilla, she is comfortable and confident in her own skin but she still has that undesired voice in her head saying she isn't good enough but girl you are!

Now Anjal, you magnificent man/beast, I love you!
The way he was instantly enthralled by Priscilla had my heart racing.

"Thank you."
"For what?"
"For coming into my life. It's been empty until now."

I adored when Anjal defended Priscilla from Jamie when they went to meet her family, Jamie made me angry in that scene.

When Anjal did everything in his power to help Jamie even though he was a threat to them, that was remarkable and showed how much he loves Priscilla.

What Jamie did for Priscilla in the end was beautiful and heartwarming. Jamie became someone I could start to respect in the end.


"I need you and only you. You're my reason for living."


The setup for the next book was great! I honestly can't wait for it, I will be eagerly waiting for more from this series.
Profile Image for Shalene Marie.
Author 16 books113 followers
August 3, 2024
I loved this book...
Anjal is hot. Not ifs, ands, or buts about it. Not only is he an alpha male, he’s also the sensitive type, which only adds to his stunning allure.
Priscilla is curvy and she’s real! And that makes her a fantastic character because the reader is rooting for her immediately.
Together these two are a magical mix of humor and flame.
Nothing is lost when you dive into this book. It’s all there, the drama, humor, spice, and so much more. Not only is it wonderfully written, it’s also a quick read as well. If sleep wasn’t a necessity I could have easily read this in one sitting.
Profile Image for Debbie Hyde.
Author 26 books103 followers
April 29, 2024
oh my gosh!!

I don’t know what to say and I have a whole lot to say at the same time! I’ve been waiting for this one! Just seeing the cover reveal has me intrigued.

I don’t think I’ve ever read a romance about a Demi God before. This was amazing. The world Tiffany Ann built is incredible. I loved it and could almost picture it.

I love how Cill first meets Anjal. I won’t spoil but darn dude!!! I love their relationship. I’m so glad this is a series and there’s more to come. I can’t wait to read the next one. And I really liked that we get an update on some characters from her others series. I’m so happy for Rey and Lisabeth and seeing Willow again made me some. And Shay? Darn I knew I liked that girl!
Profile Image for Kelly  Castillo.
256 reviews4 followers
June 17, 2024
Priscilla and Anjal

Fated Mates
Slow Burn

This book grabbed and held my attention from the start. I loved all of the character development and cannot wait to continue to read future books in this series.
Profile Image for Crystal Vranich.
Author 20 books20 followers
April 27, 2024
Addictive Shifter Romance
Reality can wait because it is easy to devour this book in one sitting. Minotaur, witches, and a swoon-worthy story with all the feels. Anjal and Priscilla hear the clock ticking, and the pull toward their mate begins. Loved the story. Amazing read.
Profile Image for Heather Mylek.
282 reviews14 followers
June 1, 2024
Wow! This book is super good! Once I started reading I could not put down!!! I love her books! It was such a great read! Characters from her other books were in this too! This book takes you on a fun adventure ! Can’t wait to read more! Highly recommend!!
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2,228 reviews1 follower
February 8, 2025
I listened to the Audiobook of this story by Tiffany Ann which was narrated by Carly Morrison.
Carly did a really good job at performing all the characters in this book.
Priscilla and Anjal's romance is a slow burn because Priscilla keeps fighting her connection with Anjal.
Anjal is a Demi-God half bull and half human he senses Priscilla as his fated mate and he will do what it takes to make her his.
Priscilla is a teacher and is Human or so she thinks,she discovers as the story progresses that her life is not what she thought it was.Everything she believed to be true was all a lie,she was adopted and has a twin sister and the person who is her twin is someone she didn't expect.
Priscilla also keeps hearing the ticking sound of a clock and it only stops when Anjal is around.
She also finds out that she is in danger from someone who she didn't think would hurt her...Anjal coming into her life as turned it upside down...telling her the truth about her heritage and family.
Anjal will do anything to protect her she means everything to him,So when the unthinkable happens and Priscilla can't be found he does whatever it takes to find her.
There is alot going on in this story and It is well thought-out by Tiffany Ann,I also loved that her female characters do not have perfect bodies..they have insecurities like we all do,because Priscilla is curvy she doesn't feel good enough for Anjal...But Anjal loves her and he LOVES her body,he worships her and makes her feel beautiful.
This is a very intriguing story and I have to admit it took me a little bit to get into it but once the story got going I was able to enjoy it and want more.
A great listen.
4 Stars.
Profile Image for Jackie.
2,554 reviews
July 5, 2024
2 & 1/2 stars rounded up.
I don’t regret reading this, but it definitely isn’t something I’d want to re-read. While I appreciate the originality of Demi-God shifters (Minotaurs), the plot/story itself was a bit too simplistic & predictable. It sort of read like a Novella (skimping on world building and character development), though Amazon says it has 225 pages. I found myself skimming (stuff that didn’t really feel important for the story to progress) just to get ahead -trying to finish the book quickly. I had already guessed who was going to grab the FMC to hurt her for the “twist” in the story before it even happened. I never really felt like I knew the characters, so I’d say they were flat. While the MMC was sweet towards her, I didn’t really feel the connection/love between them other than them “stating” it. On top of that, it felt more like a “happy for now”, than a “happily ever after”. I’d have preferred the last chapter wrap this couples’ HEA up, than a bit of a snippet to entice for the next book, since I wasn’t at all interested in that new couples’ story. This didn’t inspire me to want to continue with the series at all.
3,311 reviews48 followers
June 5, 2024
Amazing narration of Carly Morrison, who brings the characters, emotion, angst and steam to your ears.

Anjal starts to feel the pull of his mate. He tries to hide it from his friends/brothers. Realising what is happening to him they quickly realise what happening and encourage him to go find her. Priscilla is visiting her friend Lisabeth in hospital after a baby, she hears tick-tock. A sudden maternal urge takes over. Problem is the tick tock keeps happening and she wonders if something is wrong with her.
While out Priscilla with Lisabeth a stranger on his bike walks toward her, he bends and kisses the hell out of her. Calling her his mate and the tick tock stops. Anjal sees Priscilla and loves her curves and knows she his mate.
This book is a wonderful, with slow burn romance. Loved the friendship between curvy Priscilla and her friend Shay, who is skinny. Both woman are adored. Priscilla, Shay and Lisabeth are all fierce woman.
Loved the men and their brotherhood.
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Author 4 books53 followers
March 16, 2024
A literal biological clock

This is the first installment from Tiffany Ann’s new series, The Children of the Sun God. I’m not that familiar with the god Helios, but that did not detract in any way from the story. There are characters from Tiffany Ann’s two other series in this story, but it is a stand-alone story and does not require you to read anything from her previous writings. She does write very spicy, so please be aware of this. I loved the world and character development and am anxiously awaiting the next installment of this series! I have not completed reading her other series, so I won’t have a book hangover, but I will definitely be watching for the next one!! Well done!
Profile Image for Evelyn Dotson.
2,084 reviews16 followers
April 21, 2024
Anjal is a minotaur, half man and half bull. He fixes motorcycles while living in a special place with family. Priscilla is a single teacher who was adopted. She starts hearing a weird noise like a clock ticking. Anjal responds to that ticking! It is his mate calling! He is a demi-god and apparently, she is too but knows nothing about it.

Her adoptive family know nothing of it either. Her brother is apparently an enemy, a race that tried to kill her kind. She is in danger, for others are looking for her, her BFF, and Anjal. What happens when they take her? So much to this love story I cannot give any more details for I do not like giving spoilers! Trust me, read it!
Profile Image for Nancie Blume.
714 reviews14 followers
January 23, 2025
Oh wow

I devoured this book like a pizza, and Anjal is the perfect topping - a delicious blend of alpha male and sensitive soul. Priscilla is the relatable best friend we all need, with her curvy figure and down-to-earth personality. Together, they're a match made in heaven, serving up a plate of humor, passion, and drama. This book has it all, and I really enjoyed it! Looking forward to reading the rest of this series!
Profile Image for Graceli Kaye.
Author 8 books38 followers
March 17, 2024
I loved this story! I wasn't sure what to expect but I love this author's stories, so I grabbed a copy. Seeing characters intertwined from the other series helping out the new ones while they establish their story and world was awesome. I can't wait to learn everything about this world!
I loved the mythology surrounding the characters and the deep connections to everyone
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