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Tribal Spirits #4
Forged Futures
Joe Ganzorig, Mackey Kendricks’ right hand shaman, has appeared in Ricketts Glen again, and Lucas Diaz is on the job. Except this time, the Landsliders are targeting the recently widowed Lana Bennett. Turns out her husband’s murder hadn’t been accidental—he was involved in the Landsliders and stole an anti-shifter bomb from the big boss himself. The Landsliders want it back, and they won’t stop their attacks until their device is delivered.
Lucas volunteers to keep her safe while they search for the device, needing to protect this wry, stunning woman who’s still standing even after everything she’s weathered. Despite the distance they each try to keep, both Lucas and Lana can’t deny the scorching attraction between them. However, with the constant reminders of Lana’s husband and the Landsliders increasing their threats by the day, these newfound feelings could expire before they ignite. And if the Landsliders find the device before them, none of the shifters will stand a chance at survival.
Lucas volunteers to keep her safe while they search for the device, needing to protect this wry, stunning woman who’s still standing even after everything she’s weathered. Despite the distance they each try to keep, both Lucas and Lana can’t deny the scorching attraction between them. However, with the constant reminders of Lana’s husband and the Landsliders increasing their threats by the day, these newfound feelings could expire before they ignite. And if the Landsliders find the device before them, none of the shifters will stand a chance at survival.
- GenresParanormalRomance
262 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 21, 2019
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Katherine McIntyre
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Katherine McIntyre is feisty with a big attitude despite their short stature. They write stories featuring snarky women, ragtag crews, and men with bad attitudes—high chance for a passionate speech thrown into the mix. As a genderqueer geek who’s always stepped to their own beat, they've made it their mission to write stories that represent the broad spectrum of people out there. Easily distracted by cats and sugar.
Katherine McIntyre is feisty with a big attitude despite their short stature. They write stories featuring snarky women, ragtag crews, and men with bad attitudes—high chance for a passionate speech thrown into the mix. As a genderqueer geek who’s always stepped to their own beat, they've made it their mission to write stories that represent the broad spectrum of people out there. Easily distracted by cats and sugar.
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April 18, 2019
As if Lana Bennett hasn’t suffered through enough heartache at the loss of her husband, now the Landsliders are coming for her and a stolen anti-shifter bomb they believe she now possesses. The problem is, she never knew her husband had been involved with the shifters most deadly foe.
Enter Lucas Diaz, a powerful shifter and enforcer who will make it his personal mission to keep Lana safe as he hunts down the monsters and the missing bomb. Little did he know how personal his relationship with Lana would become, but she is a grieving widow and the life he leads is far from stable. Is it time for Lana to rejoin the living and let go of the past with a man who could be her true mate?
FORGED FUTURES by Katherine McIntyre packs a solid one-two punch that anyone who has lost someone dear to them can relate to as she brings Lana’s emotions to life with searing believability without making her appear anything less than a strong character creating a new normal for herself. Lucas plays the strong, quiet Tribal member, capable of great power and great gentleness.
A wonderful read with a cast of characters who keep showing up book after book, some fierce, some awkwardly remorseful for past actions, but all of them fleshed out and filled with real personalities. Action scenes that border on brutal, the animals that live within these shifters are simply amazing!
There is still a month until FORGED FUTURES releases, so you have time to read the previous books in the series, if you haven’t already...so what are you waiting for?
I received a complimentary ARc edition from Katherine McIntyre!
Series: Tribal Spirits - Book 4
Publisher: Totally Bound Publishing (May 21, 2019)
Publication Date: May 21, 2019
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Print Length: 200 pages
Available from: Amazon | Barnes & Noble
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Enter Lucas Diaz, a powerful shifter and enforcer who will make it his personal mission to keep Lana safe as he hunts down the monsters and the missing bomb. Little did he know how personal his relationship with Lana would become, but she is a grieving widow and the life he leads is far from stable. Is it time for Lana to rejoin the living and let go of the past with a man who could be her true mate?
FORGED FUTURES by Katherine McIntyre packs a solid one-two punch that anyone who has lost someone dear to them can relate to as she brings Lana’s emotions to life with searing believability without making her appear anything less than a strong character creating a new normal for herself. Lucas plays the strong, quiet Tribal member, capable of great power and great gentleness.
A wonderful read with a cast of characters who keep showing up book after book, some fierce, some awkwardly remorseful for past actions, but all of them fleshed out and filled with real personalities. Action scenes that border on brutal, the animals that live within these shifters are simply amazing!
There is still a month until FORGED FUTURES releases, so you have time to read the previous books in the series, if you haven’t already...so what are you waiting for?
I received a complimentary ARc edition from Katherine McIntyre!
Series: Tribal Spirits - Book 4
Publisher: Totally Bound Publishing (May 21, 2019)
Publication Date: May 21, 2019
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Print Length: 200 pages
Available from: Amazon | Barnes & Noble
For Reviews, Giveaways, Fabulous Book News, follow: http://tometender.blogspot.com
June 10, 2019
She is struggling to cope with the loss of her husband. The tribe leader offers her protection which could be the answers to her prays. Can this be good for them both? Can they work together? Follow them as they try to find a new way to live
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 4, 2019
It Grabbed My attention and focus so strong I could not put it down. A word of advice when you get your copy. Grab a snack, a comfy seat, kick back and relax. You will not be moving until you finish this bad boy here. Remarkable job. Thanks for sharing.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 26, 2023
Forged Futures is the fourth book in the Tribal Spirits series, and we get Lana's story. Hers and Lucas', the gentle giant of the East Coast Tribe.
Lana has suffered since her husband died. Not only did she lose her best friend, but everyone treats her differently too. She is unable to speak of him, and this tears her up inside. She is also not good at living alone. So when she hears creaks and groans that don't belong in her house, she knows something is up. That is the start of her life unravelling from how she knew it. Her husband wasn't who she thought he was, but there were reasons for that, which Lana finds out.
Lucas has been attracted to Lana from the start, but as a 'new' widow, he refused to make a move. He can't stop himself from protecting her though, and nor does he want to try. Lucas is fighting his own battles, and they help him with Lana, as it helps him to understand.
These two really are a match made in heaven. Lana sees Lucas for who he really is, and Lucas sees Lana as a woman, not just a widow. The excitement is rife in this book, and I got all flustered thinking Mackey was going down! I can't wait for that to happen!!! At least they made headway, but I won't say anything else! Drew is really coming into his own too. Ms. McIntyre is dropping hints about what happened, and why, and also what might be coming. I really hope I'm right, as he has managed to wriggle into my affections, and I really want to see him happy!
Exceptional writing, just what I would expect from a Katherine McIntyre book. There were no editing or grammatical errors that I noticed, with a smoothly paced story, and no plot holes. There is a slow build up to the steam, and it works perfectly. Great characters, and an exciting story. Sierra and Dax still remain my favourites (so far), but Lana and Lucas are hot on their heels. Let's see if it stays that way once Drew gets his story! Absolutely recommended by me.
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
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May 21, 2019
Lana has suffered since her husband died. Not only did she lose her best friend, but everyone treats her differently too. She is unable to speak of him, and this tears her up inside. She is also not good at living alone. So when she hears creaks and groans that don't belong in her house, she knows something is up. That is the start of her life unravelling from how she knew it. Her husband wasn't who she thought he was, but there were reasons for that, which Lana finds out.
Lucas has been attracted to Lana from the start, but as a 'new' widow, he refused to make a move. He can't stop himself from protecting her though, and nor does he want to try. Lucas is fighting his own battles, and they help him with Lana, as it helps him to understand.
These two really are a match made in heaven. Lana sees Lucas for who he really is, and Lucas sees Lana as a woman, not just a widow. The excitement is rife in this book, and I got all flustered thinking Mackey was going down! I can't wait for that to happen!!! At least they made headway, but I won't say anything else! Drew is really coming into his own too. Ms. McIntyre is dropping hints about what happened, and why, and also what might be coming. I really hope I'm right, as he has managed to wriggle into my affections, and I really want to see him happy!
Exceptional writing, just what I would expect from a Katherine McIntyre book. There were no editing or grammatical errors that I noticed, with a smoothly paced story, and no plot holes. There is a slow build up to the steam, and it works perfectly. Great characters, and an exciting story. Sierra and Dax still remain my favourites (so far), but Lana and Lucas are hot on their heels. Let's see if it stays that way once Drew gets his story! Absolutely recommended by me.
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
May 21, 2019
May 30, 2019
Independent reviewer for Archaeolibrarian, I was gifted my copy of this book.
This is book four in the Tribal Spirits series, and I would STRONGLY recommend you read books one through three first. There is an ongoing story arc that rears its ugly head again, and you need to know the devastation this has caused before now.
Lana’s husband was killed by the Landsliders last year, and she is existing. She isn’t surviving, or living, just existing. When those Landsliders come after Lana, Lucas, of the East Coast Tribe, is back in town to find out why. To get the shaman who has been at the right hand of the man who betrayed The Tribe. Having to stay in Lana’s house though, wasn’t in the plan but the tiger within Lucas demands he stay, to keep her safe. When they realise the Landsliders are looking for a device that Lana’s dead husband stole from them, the Red River and Silver Springs packs prepare for all-out war on the Landsliders. But what about after? Lucas will leave and Lana will be left alone again. Won’t they?
Like I said, book 4 in the series, and I think, maybe my favourite of the four so far. Can’t tell you why, though, but that’s my feeling and ya’ll know I’m ALL about the book feelings!
Lana is just about getting by. As a cat, she needs that physical connection and since her husband’s death, she gets it only from her friend, Ally. Which, while lovely, it doesn’t quite help, you know? Lana’s attraction to Lucas was as unexpected as it was unwanted. Lana feels guilty for cheating on her husband, even though he is gone. Once Gavin’s friends are made to see how much she needs this with Lucas, she jumps all in.
As Tribe, Lucas moves around, having only his family home as a base. Staying with Lana makes him see what he has been missing. Coming home to someone who gets him, on a deep level that no one, not even his Tribe mates, do. Lana SEES Lucas, she really does.
But what I particularly loved about this one, what made it stand out, was there was none of that MINE thing that usually comes with shifter mates. There was attraction, and feelings and emotions, yes, and these grew over time, but that immediate MINE moment? Nothing, not until they were fully mated, and it was a kind of “OH!” moment for Lana and Lucas and I really loved that. While they were taking comfort in each other, the mating bonds formed and neither realised til that moment. Loved that!
There are many secrets that come out here, and poor Lana bears the brunt of them.
Sierra and Dax; Jer and Raven play a huge part here, but Finn and Navi are only mentioned.
With one half of the head of the Landsliders now disposed of, lets hope in the next book they can get rid of them entirely. And I believe that Drew, the Landslider who turned against them, gets his story next. The bad boy does turn good here, fighting for the packs and there are some mahoosive clues (unless I’m totally dense and misread them totally wrong!) as to who might be Drew’s mate. I hope I did not read them wrong, cos the cat in question clearly has feelings for Drew and vice versa, and they are no clearer then when they are “stuck” So, please let it be her!
5 full and shiny stars.
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This is book four in the Tribal Spirits series, and I would STRONGLY recommend you read books one through three first. There is an ongoing story arc that rears its ugly head again, and you need to know the devastation this has caused before now.
Lana’s husband was killed by the Landsliders last year, and she is existing. She isn’t surviving, or living, just existing. When those Landsliders come after Lana, Lucas, of the East Coast Tribe, is back in town to find out why. To get the shaman who has been at the right hand of the man who betrayed The Tribe. Having to stay in Lana’s house though, wasn’t in the plan but the tiger within Lucas demands he stay, to keep her safe. When they realise the Landsliders are looking for a device that Lana’s dead husband stole from them, the Red River and Silver Springs packs prepare for all-out war on the Landsliders. But what about after? Lucas will leave and Lana will be left alone again. Won’t they?
Like I said, book 4 in the series, and I think, maybe my favourite of the four so far. Can’t tell you why, though, but that’s my feeling and ya’ll know I’m ALL about the book feelings!
Lana is just about getting by. As a cat, she needs that physical connection and since her husband’s death, she gets it only from her friend, Ally. Which, while lovely, it doesn’t quite help, you know? Lana’s attraction to Lucas was as unexpected as it was unwanted. Lana feels guilty for cheating on her husband, even though he is gone. Once Gavin’s friends are made to see how much she needs this with Lucas, she jumps all in.
As Tribe, Lucas moves around, having only his family home as a base. Staying with Lana makes him see what he has been missing. Coming home to someone who gets him, on a deep level that no one, not even his Tribe mates, do. Lana SEES Lucas, she really does.
But what I particularly loved about this one, what made it stand out, was there was none of that MINE thing that usually comes with shifter mates. There was attraction, and feelings and emotions, yes, and these grew over time, but that immediate MINE moment? Nothing, not until they were fully mated, and it was a kind of “OH!” moment for Lana and Lucas and I really loved that. While they were taking comfort in each other, the mating bonds formed and neither realised til that moment. Loved that!
There are many secrets that come out here, and poor Lana bears the brunt of them.
Sierra and Dax; Jer and Raven play a huge part here, but Finn and Navi are only mentioned.
With one half of the head of the Landsliders now disposed of, lets hope in the next book they can get rid of them entirely. And I believe that Drew, the Landslider who turned against them, gets his story next. The bad boy does turn good here, fighting for the packs and there are some mahoosive clues (unless I’m totally dense and misread them totally wrong!) as to who might be Drew’s mate. I hope I did not read them wrong, cos the cat in question clearly has feelings for Drew and vice versa, and they are no clearer then when they are “stuck” So, please let it be her!
5 full and shiny stars.
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May 20, 2019
This book give us the story of Lucas Diaz and Lana Bennett through an insightful look at loss, love, and grief. When Lana lost her husband and best friend, it tore her apart. But the discovery that he had kept a devastating secret from her made the loss even worse because it had led to his being murdered and her being put into terrible danger. Unknown to her, her husband had stolen an anti-shifter bomb from the Landsliders and they want it back regardless of what they have to do. They assume Lana has possession of the device now – even though she had no idea that her husband had any kind of interaction with them at all! Now they are coming for her and to reclaim the deadly bomb!
Lucas Diaz is a powerful Siberian tiger shifter and a member of the East Coast tribe who intervenes as Lana is under attack by two grizzly bears and a wolf who had joined the fight before she could escape. With new hope for victory, Lana battles with the wolf while Lucas takes on the bears. But the killing brought back memories of Greg’s lifeless body, and the numbness settled over her.
Lucas will be Lana’s protector as he searches for the missing bomb which would annihilate all shifters. He admires and respects Lana’s strength throughout these trials. Deeply grieving and devastated at what she has learned, she still stands up to the enemy. The more time they spend together, the more they fight the attraction that grows between them. Both have known loss and can find comfort if they will allow the other to heal them. Is there a future for these two potential mates? Or is the cost too dear?
This is part of an excellent series with an intriguing story line and wonderful characters. The fast-action will keep the reader engaged and eagerly reading to the last page. Don’t miss this one – there is much at stake here!
Lucas Diaz is a powerful Siberian tiger shifter and a member of the East Coast tribe who intervenes as Lana is under attack by two grizzly bears and a wolf who had joined the fight before she could escape. With new hope for victory, Lana battles with the wolf while Lucas takes on the bears. But the killing brought back memories of Greg’s lifeless body, and the numbness settled over her.
Lucas will be Lana’s protector as he searches for the missing bomb which would annihilate all shifters. He admires and respects Lana’s strength throughout these trials. Deeply grieving and devastated at what she has learned, she still stands up to the enemy. The more time they spend together, the more they fight the attraction that grows between them. Both have known loss and can find comfort if they will allow the other to heal them. Is there a future for these two potential mates? Or is the cost too dear?
This is part of an excellent series with an intriguing story line and wonderful characters. The fast-action will keep the reader engaged and eagerly reading to the last page. Don’t miss this one – there is much at stake here!
May 9, 2019
Amount of sex 3 / 5
How explicit are the sex scenes 3 / 5
Story 4.5 / 5
Overall: 4.5 / 5
Forged Futures is the fourth book in the Tribal Spirits series. Even though this book can be read as a standalone paranormal romance, I do recommend reading the series in order. It will give you the background knowledge to help you understand and appreciate the backstories. Just know that it’s just a suggestion.
Forged Futures tells the story of Lucas Diaz and Lana Bennett. Lana is a mountain lion shifter, and she’s been through a great deal this past year. Her husband died about 8 months earlier, and she soon learns that she didn’t know everything about him. Lana finds out that her husband stole something that belonged to the Landsliders and now they want it back.
The story begins when a wolf and two grizzly bears attack Lana in her home. Lucas is a Siberian tiger and a member of the east coast tribe assigned to protect Lana. He arrives at her house just in time to help her fight off her attackers. Lana and Lucas have an undeniable attraction to each other, but they try to keep things friendly. But their desire for each other soon ignites!
Forged Futures is a captivating story, and I had a hard time putting my kindle down! I just love the characters, and I look forward to the next in the series!
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How explicit are the sex scenes 3 / 5
Story 4.5 / 5
Overall: 4.5 / 5
Forged Futures is the fourth book in the Tribal Spirits series. Even though this book can be read as a standalone paranormal romance, I do recommend reading the series in order. It will give you the background knowledge to help you understand and appreciate the backstories. Just know that it’s just a suggestion.
Forged Futures tells the story of Lucas Diaz and Lana Bennett. Lana is a mountain lion shifter, and she’s been through a great deal this past year. Her husband died about 8 months earlier, and she soon learns that she didn’t know everything about him. Lana finds out that her husband stole something that belonged to the Landsliders and now they want it back.
The story begins when a wolf and two grizzly bears attack Lana in her home. Lucas is a Siberian tiger and a member of the east coast tribe assigned to protect Lana. He arrives at her house just in time to help her fight off her attackers. Lana and Lucas have an undeniable attraction to each other, but they try to keep things friendly. But their desire for each other soon ignites!
Forged Futures is a captivating story, and I had a hard time putting my kindle down! I just love the characters, and I look forward to the next in the series!
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May 6, 2019
Poor Lana. the landsliders and Joe who is a shaman are causing trouble again and it all seems directed to her. I loved this character as she was a mountain lion shifter widow and just kept going regardless of what she found out. Lucus was also fantastic as he was there to take down this shaman. Lucus who is a tiger shifter and a tribal member was a strong character who had a lost of his own. As these two work through their loses the chemistry was fantastic.. Lots of action and some steam with another great story about this pack. Secondary characters are also likeable and well developed. I loved it!! I am voluntarily reviewing an arc I received via Booksprout.
May 21, 2019
4th book in seires, it is a stand alone but events and people mentioned are in earlier books and you understand better if theyou have been read.
This book deals with grief and loss and how we each deal with it in our own way. Grief is different for each loss and also different for each person, and how talking about the person you loss can help some in processing it.
Loss does not mean we stop living or loving and this is a story of moving on after loss and finding love again .
Enjoy this story and may it's insights help you.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This book deals with grief and loss and how we each deal with it in our own way. Grief is different for each loss and also different for each person, and how talking about the person you loss can help some in processing it.
Loss does not mean we stop living or loving and this is a story of moving on after loss and finding love again .
Enjoy this story and may it's insights help you.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 10, 2019
Forged Futures is an action packed rollercoaster of a story! There is a romance hidden in there but the focus is on the fight against the Landsliders. Lana and Lucas are compelling protagonists and the supporting characters are well developed with important contributions to the conclusion of the story. This book is part of a series but reads well as a standalone book. I will be going back to read the earlier books in the series, mostly because I enjoyed the characters in this book and want to spend more time with them.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 22, 2019
From the instant I dove in, it was a pulse pounding adrenaline rush!! Steamy, exciting, and engaging, I'm absolutely in love with this series. I couldn't put it down because I needed to not only know if the attraction would evolve to more, but would they uncover the source of the danger plaguing them around every turn. I had a blast in my reading chair the entire time! I thank the Author for providing a copy to review.
~~~Erika, Book Haven Book Blog
~~~Erika, Book Haven Book Blog
May 28, 2019
Her writing draws you in and keeps you involved throughout the whole story, I found myself in love with not only the characters but also the world she created.
Her descriptions of the characters and their feelings are so involved, you can truly picture it in your mind.
Their attitudes toward the events that are happening makes the story even richer.
I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Her descriptions of the characters and their feelings are so involved, you can truly picture it in your mind.
Their attitudes toward the events that are happening makes the story even richer.
I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 21, 2019
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This is a great shifter book with amazing characters and an intriguing story line. The moment Lana and Lucas meet, you can feel the intensity and passion they have for each other. I definitely recommend this book to anyone who enjoys shifter books.
This is a great shifter book with amazing characters and an intriguing story line. The moment Lana and Lucas meet, you can feel the intensity and passion they have for each other. I definitely recommend this book to anyone who enjoys shifter books.
May 21, 2019
The fourth book in the Tribal Spirits series a story that held my interest throughout. Lucas Diaz and Lana Bennett's story has suspense, drama, danger, villains, twists, turns, magic, shifters, and romance. I want to read the next book. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 22, 2019
At the center of Forged Futures, is love, loss and grief. This story showcases the differences in how people can deal with loss. This is filled with emotions and a fantastic plot. Lucas and Lana have incredible chemistry.
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May 27, 2019
Forged Futures (Tribal Spirits #4) by Katherine McIntyre is an amazing story that I have read. This is book number four in this amazing series that I have fallen in love with . I highly recommend this story to everyone who loves reading about shifters and paranormal romances as much as I do.
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May 30, 2019
This is a lovely story about 2 shifters finding love in the bleakest of situations. I enjoy reading shifter romances and this one is very engaging with characters that you can root for. It only takes about 2 hours to read so not too long of a story but definitely one worth your time.
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June 8, 2019
I enjoyed reading this book it is full of danger, mystery, loss and great chemistry. Held my attention from the start. Cant wait to read more.
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May 23, 2019
Outstanding read and thrilling throughout. Characters were great and you get drawn into the chemistry of them. Fantastic book
February 8, 2023
Ive got about 1 chapter left to read can't wait to finish the book. Ive enjoyed all the other's in this series
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