Midnight Bond

Wolves of Midnight #5

by Becky Moynihan

Some bonds can’t be broken . . .

Becoming a werewolf changed me, including my dreams for the future. More than anything, I want a family of my own, but that’s impossible with Jagger Montgomery in the picture.

Midnight Pack’s second in command is broody, mysterious, and completely infuriating. He makes it his mission to watch over me, scaring off any males who get too close. And that’s the problem. I can’t very well start a family without a mate.

What’s worse, I’m drawn to him in a way I can’t explain. Which is stupid, considering we barely even talk to each other.

There’s only one way I can think to secure the future I want and stop obsessing over a male who won’t pursue me.

Leave my pack.

Problem is, the world is dangerous for a lone female werewolf—especially one that can barely control her wolf.

MIDNIGHT BOND is Jagger and Brielle’s story, a standalone werewolf romance. For fans of wolf shifters, rejected mates, opposites attract, and fated mates romance. Guaranteed HEA.

Genres: Fantasy

273 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 14, 2025

About the author

Becky Moynihan is a bestselling, award-winning author of paranormal romance and urban fantasy. Her books include the A Touch of Vampire series, Wolves of Midnight series, The Elite Trials series, and the co-written Genesis Crystal Saga.
Becky's stories contain feisty heroines and protective males who often toe the morally gray line. When she's not writing, you can find Becky curled up on the couch in her North Carolina home, binge-watching shows and sipping Mountain Dew. 
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Reviews

[Declan Odonnell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Arc review ✨✨✨✨✨✨

This book was amazing,I absolutely loved this book with my whole heart. The chemistry between Brielle and Jagger was absolutely breathtaking and beautiful I love them so much they are my favourites well second favourites everyone should know who my favourites are.

Brielle was firey and fierce I loved her since she first came into it and I just grew to love her even more.i was going though all the emotions happy, sad, crying and I am so sad that this series has come to an end it will always hold a special place in my heart forever.

Also jagger with his protective with brielle, literally if anyone came near her he would be there and jagger just became another one of my book boyfriends I love him.

If you have not read this series yet I urge you to read it because ahhhh it is breathtaking the whole world is beautiful!!!

5/5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[Amber Brennan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was it for me! I loved Jagger and Brielle! I’m such a sucker for the loner/broken character and how they get redeemed! Brielle was feisty and spoke her mind! This was one of my favorite books of the series and I’m sad it’s over! I hope to see them in future works of Becky’s!

[Becky Moynihan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Happy Release Day to the final book in the Wolves of Midnight series!! Midnight Bond is full of tension, angst, and SPICE. Enjoy!

[Skyler Buckner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow!!! Becky has done it again! 👏🏻
This book gives you everything you would want and more!

Brielle is an opinionated woman who doesn’t care to say how she feels

Jagger is a quiet brooding male but extremely protective.

So many times I wanted to yell at Jagger to stop being so stubborn though🙃

I do feel like this is more spicy(in my opinion) than other books of Becky’s, but it definitely didn’t disappoint! It had me wanting more!

So glad to also receive more of Nora and Kolton as well. It makes me want to do another reread 🫠

All in all. I’m so sad this is the last of the series, but I’m so excited to see what is in store next for this author ❤️

[turningpageswithmorgan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Okay two words. POSSESSIVE ALPHAMALE.
Jagger is this sweet sweet cinnamon roll that deserves to be loved and cherished. but DAMN has he got it all goin on 😏
Brielle is an amazing firecracker and I adore her so so much.

this book was another 5 stars for me. Becky writes the literal BEST paranormal romance and I cant get enough!!

[AC_BadDecisionsBookClub · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gah! I'm crying! This book was so good and such a good conclusion to this series! Becky can do no wrong in my mind. This one was full of angst and sadness and love and happiness and nostalgia! We get a grumpy, loner, barely in control male and a bubbly, fun, outgoing female paired together for a fantastic grumpy x sunshine long-time-coming romance!

[Rebecca · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great ending to this series! Although, I am sad to be leaving the pack behind, I am so grateful for the journey through this amazing series! Brielle and Jagger's story was as intense as Jagger and as spicy as Brielle. I'd expect nothing less! I'm looking forward to the next set of stories set in this world and as always, Thank you, Becky, for sharing your stories with us!

[Jovie Howland · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well, Becky did it again. She wrote a masterpiece that was everything I dreamed of and more. Brielle and Jagger’s story was wonderful and is a must read. With spice and lots of heart melting moments, another book of Becky’s has made it to my top favorite books.

[Tanya · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brielle is smart, yearning for a wolf she hasn’t gotten yet, and navigating her new life really well. But the yearning between her and Jagger, omg, it is so palpable. She also might be starting her first heat at no other place than a wedding in Maine. Mother Nature has great timing.


“I squirmed in my seat, resisting the urge to fan my flushed skin. It was almost that time of the month again, the time I dreaded most in the world. No, not Shark Week. This was much, much worse. Something I’d been living with for over a year now. I was getting better at catching the signs earlier on—the random hot flashes, the agitation and restlessness, the need to be outdoors. Thankfully, the desire for raw meat hadn’t hit yet. Still, I’d take my period any day over this incessant itch under my skin. Hell, I’d take menopause.”- BRIELLE.


Oh, I love that Jaggers' demon gives us pieces of Thai pizza, and it starts to make more sense, but why is he not acting on them?

Her family's reaction to her newfound life will rip your heart out. Brielle is looking for her mate. She wants a family above all else and not to be so lonely. But we all know that her actual mate is right in front of her, but she doesn’t know which makes this so good. Also, mate ball for eligible unmated wolves, like what?

I’m expecting the tension in this book between Brielle and Jagger to shatter at some point, and it will be epic. Until then, they are both restless, angry, and way overprotective on Jaggers' part, but oh, the dominant alpha male is so hot.

Her steamy outing turns out not to be what she expected, and thankfully, Jagger is there to save her again.

“Jagger gripped him by the throat in a vicious hold and yanked him close. “You will never, ever touch my mate again,” Jagger growled in the face of the defeated male. My jaw practically fell to the floor. Did he just . . . Did he just say mate?” - Brielle


Like, if the possessive protective man isn’t hot enough, but he finally claimed her, and omg the angst and tension between them. It doesn’t just stop; these two are like oil and water, every single thing becomes enemies to lovers.

“As I drove away from the campsite with Brielle in the seat beside me, I knew three things with certainty. One: She was absolutely furious with me. Two: I was hopelessly addicted to her taste. And three: I desperately wanted to taste her again.”-Jagger

Ong Swoon stranded in a snowstorm like this is the best part of the book. But their encounters are heart-wrenching.

“I was a monster, and monsters couldn’t have someone like her. She’d already lost her humanity and old life. She’d died in my arms. I couldn’t take anything else from her. Rejecting the bond would be agony, but if I didn’t... I’d utterly ruin her.”-Jagger.


“Problem is, I’m insatiable. Once I let the beast out, it’s over. I’ll devour you, and I won’t stop, even if you beg me to. I’ll mark you, claim you, mate you, breed you.”-Jagger.


After all these sizzling hot confessions, what will she do? I have to admit the Jagger is tiptoeing the line of dark romance, and it is smokin' hot. Omg this gets even better, first you have the bond reluctance with the waffling now, rejection. These inner issues, you have her in heat, and her fated mate is the only one who could help hers. I don’t think she is pathetic. I think he needs to man up and claim his mate already.


“Feeling her warmth. Hearing her breathe. Knowing that she was safe and secure. I couldn’t live without this. This was everything, and I wouldn’t let anyone separate us again.”- Jagger.


Jagger is full of surprises with the BDSM likes and the inexperience. This heat gets kinky and sizzling. Oh, add in a knot and rut, and this might just make a higher star rating, cause it is so well written. Omg, the ending of this book is amazing, so cozy yet absolutely wrecks you as well.


“I survived so that I could live” - Brielle.


This book is a five-star read for me. It has everything I love: fated mates, found family, and tension between the mcs. It is well written and I couldn’t put it down. If you love fated mates, sizzling scenes, and protective alpha males, you will love this story.

[Hopelessromanticbookworm · Rating 5 out of 5]

𝘏𝘦 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘧𝘧 𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘰𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘥,
“𝘉𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶’𝘳𝘦 𝘮𝘺 𝘴𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘦!”

I’m so sad that this series is over 😭, I have loved every second of it and enjoyed all the crossovers with the A Touch of Vampire series.

So how do I start? Well I have always known that when Briella was introduced she would end up with someone, and when I started to get all the hints that it would be Jagger I was extremely excited to see how that would play out.
I loved seeing updates from past characters in previous books and how they are getting on with their lives. To see characters grow from how I met them to seeing them so happy just makes me all giddy and in awe with them.

Jagger is one of those quiet guys who watches you from a far but is very protective. Whereas Briella is a free-spirited social butterfly who just wants a mate and a family like Vi and her best friend Nora.
I loved the tension between them both how they are complete opposites yet they are both pining for each other. Jagger wanting to protect Briella from him, so he tries to keep her at arm’s length whereas Briella is trying to get close to him. However they are each having the same dream of a mate and a family, talk about stubborn xD

They always say its the quiet ones that you should look out for and that is defiantly correct when it comes to Jagger, whether its fighter/protecting or...personal bedroom times. Because damn! That man knows how to make a woman swoon. I don't even think Briella was prepared for his hidden talents xD. I loved how that Briella started to grow as a person and really trying to understand and control her wolf, either on her own or with the help of her friends. It just shows that even though she felt she was alone and an outcast to the pack, that they will always have her back because that's what a pack does.

I loved that we got to know Briella's human family and how they all love her but struggling to understand that she is now a wolf. You see the hurt/grief that both Briella and her family endure but also wanting to support her too. I love it when there are family moments, it just makes the characters more real and relatable.

I feel this story was about acceptance about themselves but how fate can bring wonderful things into their lives. Briella and Jaggers story was both heart-breaking but an adventure, they had to learn to accept themselves and allowing happiness into their lives. I loved watching them both grow as their own individual person but as a power couple who would fight for each other. They have both had troubled pasts that make them who they are today, but surrounding themselves with their loves ones whether its friends or family is very important when it comes to the Midnight Pack. As the saying goes... Ohana means family, family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten.

[Amanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

As always, Becky is a phenomenal writer and really draws you into the story and the storyline just flows so easily. I am so sad to see this series end. Okay, on to the review.

If you like books with a slow burn, full of angst and enemies to lovers trope, then you will LOVE this book. Midnight Bond is the last book in the Wolves of Midnight series and is told in a Dual POV. It showcases the relationship between Jagger (the second in command) and Brielle (the Alpha female’s best friend). Well, if you want to call it a relationship lol. These two characters have had major roles throughout the entire series, so it was nice to get to read their story.

Before you start reading, you are made aware that this book will end with a HEA. What you don’t expect are the twists and turns that are throughout this story. The will he won’t he, should I let him? Let’s get close but no I can’t do this. You will get equally frustrated with all of Jagger’s actions until you read his POV. Then you will want to yell at the characters that the other one actually DOES love them. The storyline was fantastic and the surprises really do make the story more than just a fantasy romance.

The one thing that did bother me about this book, was the ending. I felt that it wasn’t completely tied up with a bow. Like there was still more to write. I do think that with the addition of the extended epilogue, it allows for the story to tie up nicely. After reading the epilogue though it made me wish for a story following all of the kids.

[T.L. McDonald · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love Becky Moynihan’s Wolves of Midnight books, and was so excited, yet sad, to get my hands on Midnight Bond—the 5th and final book in the series as I’d been patiently (not so patiently 😉) waiting for it after finishing book 4. I can most definitely say that it did not disappoint. It had all the feels and all the twists I could hope for and wrapped the series up nicely.

Book 5 is Brielle and Jagger’s story and though it starts off in a mess of self-denials, self-loathing, self-doubts, and fear—all the emotions that make them human (as well as part wolf in this case) and question themselves and what they feel they can and can’t have, it’s all things that made them stronger in the end.

Brielle has watched her wolf pack and new-found family fall in love and start families of their own and is naturally craving that for herself—the only problem is finding a mate to call her own. Cue in Jagger who’s brooding, holding onto a major secret, and has issues of his own he’s dealing with, and it makes for a very volatile will they/won’t they courtship.

I will admit I struggled a bit with accepting Jagger’s issues—even though he did control himself, and the topic was handled delicately, it still gave me pause and some trust issues with him. But with that being said, I did enjoy how Brielle and Jagger became what the other needed and that they were able to help each other overcome the obstacles keeping them apart through love, understanding, and acceptance.

Overall, I throughly enjoyed this series and can’t wait to read what Becky Moynihan writes next.

[Shannon Coggeshall · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had found these books I’m not sure how long ago I believe I had come across them back in January earlier this year believe I was just scrolling and I had come across them. Wolves of midnight was the first one I had found and started reading and I just fell in love with the characters and story. And I have re-read each story now many times I have lost count of how many times lol Becky has a way of taking a character and the story they are starting and just drawing you in capturing the moment in time and keeping you engaged. I really enjoyed the newest book here about Brielle and Jaggers story been looking forward to this one for a long time. Her being a free spirit and Jagger being the silent type not wanting to share much. I love in each one of the characters that they would just do anything for their mate their loved ones to make sure they survived to make sure they were going to be okay. I feel like I’m writing a book with my review here lol don’t want to give out any spoilers but I will always give Becky’s books 5 stars reviews and will always recommend her books to anyone looking for a new story to read. I can’t believe it’s the end of this series I’m gonna have to cry now that it’s the end of the series but I’m so glad I was able to read this series and see these characters and I can’t wait to see what Becky writes next! 💜💜💜

[Bookishfurmama_t96 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rating: 4.50⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️

I need a minute to process that yet another Becky Moynihan series has come to an end, and I am not okay.

Brielle was struggling in this book. And at first, that bothered me, but then I realized how REAL that is. She was sassy, fierce, and independent when we first met her in this series, but she had her world turned upside down when she was turned into a werewolf. She started to battle loneliness, and depression, and even though she was happy for her friends, she wanted what they had, and I think all of those feelings are so valid, but so rarely talked about after big life changes occur. ❤️‍🩹 She gained her confidence back, and she got stronger, and sassier, and I felt like she had a really good character arc in this story.

And Jagger. My broody, hot alpha male. He pissed me off in this book more than a few times. He could never seem to learn that Brielle was not his to boss around, and I felt his reasons for keeping his distance were, as a werewolf, so freaking dumb. 😂 Like, what an idiot. A hot idiot, but an idiot, nonetheless. 🤷🏻‍♀️

Men… can’t live with em. Can’t live without em, am I right? 😉😂

I’m so sad this series is over. 😭 But the story was beautiful. The cover is gorgeous! And if you haven’t seen the artwork of Jagger? 🥵😮‍💨 Go to Becky’s Instagram RIGHT freaking NOW so you can drool a little bit, too.

[Darcy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another fantastic book in the Wolves of Midnight series and exactly the type of conclusion I’d been waiting and hoping for! 🙌

Brielle has been one of my favourite side characters throughout this series, so I was super excited to finally get her story! And Jagger has always been a bit of a mystery, so I’m really glad to finally learn his secrets.
Not gonna lie though, Jagger was kinda driving me a little crazy in the beginning. He might have had his reasons for keeping his distance from Brielle initially, but it was a bit irritating that it took so long for him to realize what’s been right in front of him all along!! Once Jagger finally came to his senses though, I was all in and hardcore rooting for them! I’m glad we got to see what a fiercely protective alpha Jagger could be, but we also got a glimpse of his softer side. It’s clear that Brielle and Jagger are perfect for each other, and I’m so glad they finally got the happily ever after they deserve!

I’m sad that we’ve reached the end of another incredible series, but I’m so thankful for all the wonderful stories we’ve gotten! I’m really hoping we’ll still see some cameos from these characters in her future series set in the same world!

[LaNona · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must read for any paranormal romance lover!!

Love, love, love Becky's books!!
The Wolves of Midnight series has been my favorite series of her, and now Brielle and Jagger's story is tied with Nora and Kotlon's love story for me!!

Midnight Bond is easily a new favorite and did not disappoint in any way

The TENSION between our two lovebirds that built everything up was maybe my favorite part? That plus the uh barn scene (if you know you know) the spice was explosively perfect for this couple, and I actually ended up squealing out loud to my husband when I rambled about their romance to him lol!

The other thing that I absolutely love is that we have the main series- three books, and then Becky had spin-offs for the side characters and their romances that weren't resolved in the first books. I thought Griff and Vi were amazing, but Brielle and Jagger have me ready to reread the book all over again!!

[Reader · Rating 5 out of 5]

SAD THIS IS THE FINAL
INSTALLMENT!

THIS SERIES HAS GRIPPED ME FROM THE FIRST WORD OF BOOK ONE TO THE LAST PAGE OF THIS LAST BOOK.

The story is so gripping and the love ❤️ story of the MCs is gripping and pulls you along. You fall in love with these characters in book one and they become family. You root for them to have their happy ever afters.

This is a perfect ending to this series and I couldn’t be more thrilled to see this couple revive their happiness. Although it took some work to get to it. It wouldn’t as intriguing if it didn’t have some work involved.

As always I’m so happy to have read this series. They will continue to stay with me forever and I hope that you give this series a shot and try out the hot steamy love filled werewolf community that has filled my heart.

💜💜💜💜

[natalia · Rating 4 out of 5]

becky never fails to write the best tension between her main characters && the way jagger and brie had me screaming at them to confess their feelings already 😩✨

jagger was such a sweet mmc who felt that he had to do everything on his own, feeling undeserving of brielle. but brielle never failed to hold her own and speak up for what she wanted… which just happened to be him.

this was such a fast-paced and addictive read that had me turning the pages until i reached the end in one sitting. the conclusion to the WOM series was so cutie and i loved seeing all of the main characters together.

highly recommend giving this series a go, especially for this spooky season 😋

**thank you to becky for sending me an arc in exchange for sharing my honest review**

[Kimi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a great story!

I absolutely enjoyed reading Jagger and Brielle’s story! The entire time I was on the edge of my seat I was hoping Jagger would realize his feelings faster. It was sweet torture but so satisfying when he finally did. And to see Onyx interactions as well was just awesome. It really made the story even better. I was so happy for Brielle as well. She deserved that happily ever after ending too. I loved how their story ended. Even though I’m sad to see these stories of the wolf pack come to an end. I would definitely recommend this and hope to see all these characters again from the series come back again someday.

[Victor Gonzalez Gonzalez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jagger and Brielle were amazing!
The development of their story is impeccable. The attraction between them is undeniable, even if Jagger doesn't think so at first. I was quite surprised by what Brielle's family did, but I'm glad it was resolved. I love learning more about other people's lives, and at this point, Kolton and Nora seem like rabbits.
The enemy got what he deserved.
This book lived up to the hype of being the last one about wolves, but not the last one in this world.
I hope to see the next generation very soon.

[Jynnifer Spencer · Rating 5 out of 5]

I knew the back and forth friction between Jagger and Brielle was going to be explosive, but this was like charged lightning hitting the jumper cables. Holy smokes was this magnetic and oh so hot 🥵! Becky Moynihan is exceptional at delivering suspense, depth of emotions, action, sass, spice, humor, and a whole lot of heart in her storytelling. This was a fantastic wrap up to the series. A wave of contented relief washed over me with that epilogue. I pray that one day she’ll revisit these characters in the future as the next generation of Wolves of Midnight flourishes.

[Susan Thevenard · Rating 5 out of 5]

What can I say about this book that hasn't already been said before? Becky is an amazing writer and this book was a perfect ending to the series.
Of course, I wish this series would never end, but as they say all good things must come to an end!
The story was so good and from the beginning had me hooked. Of course I fell in love with these characters in the earlier books as well (go read those books too!), but getting to hear their story was wonderful!
There was action, adventure, frustration and of course Becky brought the HEAT!! These characters sizzled!!

[Heather Nield · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book. Honestly, all of her books are fantastic. I loved the way she developed the characters so well, especially with everything we already knew (or thought we knew) about them.

Make sure you read her Vampire series books 1-4 first, then the Wolves of Midnight 1-4 before this one. (5th vampire book is amazing, and maybe my favorite of the bunch, but isn’t necessary for this book as foundation.).

As always, she kept me on the edge of my seat, unable to put it down.

[Mallie M · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved this book it was amazing but the characters upset me. What the heck Jagger? You had your soulmate and your love in front of you but didnt see that she could handle oynx. Why? I adored Brielle she was strong, fierce and loyal to a T. She battled hunters, faced experiments and the betrayal of her parents. Shes my type of girl. Im glad they found love at the end!

[Jennifer Anderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Becky, you've done it again! I wish this series never had to end. Midnight Bond kept me turning pages and never wanting to put it down. This is the fastest I have read a book yet. So many emotions with this one.

[Elizabeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great book about shifters. Book number 5, what a magical story through it all. I loved how this all came together and all the twists and turns and ups and downs. I laughed and cried with this book, but I would definitely not change a thing!! Definitely a must read.

[Courtney McNeil · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a fantastic conclusion to this series! I’ve loved every book, but Jagger and Brielle’s story was by far my favorite. The emotions, the tension, the chemistry—everything was perfection. I literally had to force myself to stop reading at 2 a.m.! ❤️

[Renee Shipley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nice conclusion of the 3

Even though these stores are stand alone it was nice that they included characters from each book. This story was interesting in that it showed what depths humans are willing to go to for what they believe. Regrettably it is true.

[june gibbs · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 stars

Wot can I say I loved it but am sad it is the book but I love it the same thank you for the middnight wolfs becky moynihan

[Rakel Artin · Rating 4 out of 5]

GOOD!!! 4. 25 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️