All's Fair in Lion and War

Soulmate Shifters in Mystery, Alaska #6

by Krystal Shannan

He’d already had his great love and lost it. So when a twist of fate throws him into a situation with a women who is glowing with the soul call, Saul doesn’t know what to believe. Especially when said woman is being held captive by the very same tribe that murdered his first mate—the Ka’lagh.
All bets are off and all Saul’s claws come out.
The tribe is under attack. Their secrets. Their lives.
Not only do they have to deal with a cruel tyrant leading a band of marauding lions across Denali, they have an entire clan of dragons following behind the lions, threatening chaos and destruction in their wake.
The Ka’lagh are stealing females.
But the only female Saul is interested in is already mated. And she’s a queen and would never have anything to do with him.
Then there’s the problem of her damaged memory and the fact that she can’t remember the last three hundred and sixty-five days of her life on earth. She thinks she’s still on Reylea. Still the queen of La’Tar.

All’s Fair In Lion and War is the seventh book in the Soulmate Shifters in Mystery, Alaska series. It’s a full-length, action-packed standalone fantasy paranormal lion-shifter romance story featuring a queen who never gives up and a slightly gruff and stoic alpha male lion from another world with a compulsion to protect and pleasure his second chance at happiness. Happily-ever-after and more guaranteed!

Genres: Paranormal, Romance, Fiction, Fantasy, Shapeshifters

280 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 19, 2021

About the author

USA Today Bestselling Author Krystal Shannan lives in a sprawling ranch style home with her husband, teenage son, and two almost teenage daughters. Her home is full of love and laughter and lots of animals. In fact the welcome mat warns visitors that it’s a zoo inside—chickens, rabbits, rats, guinea pigs, dogs and fish! You name it, they’ve probably had it in their home at some point.

Krystal writes stories filled with magick, fantasy, passion, and just enough humor to make you laugh out loud. Join the fun and escape to a whole new world.

Reviews

[Jamoz23 · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really did love this except for one part near the end.
I also didn’t feel a real romantic connection between Saul and Lorelei due to everything happening too quickly. I would have rather they had more time to at least get to know each other, not just use the Soul Call as a reason to be together.
Lorelei especially never really had a chance to grieve properly for Tallix.
Interesting to have more survivors from Reylea around. Not so impressed with Rivian and his band of a-holes though.
Very happy Col is turning out to be a wonderfully caring leader now.
My let down was the fact that Saul was getting sexy at the wrong time and then acted impetuously and was caught and beaten stupid.
I could understand Lorelei wanting revenge as she was completely muddled, unknowing of her new surroundings and hadn’t had time to process.
Also the fact the poor under malnourished woman never managed to eat a meal whilst everything was happening.
I never enjoy the baddie getting so much time to be his horrendous self and to just keep getting away with doing his vile things. But I loved how he got his just desserts.
What happened with the five brothers was sweet.
This is my honest review of this book.

[Pam · Rating 5 out of 5]

Saul had a family once and they were killed by a rival tribe the Ka’lagh. Saul is on tribe territory when he encounters a group of male wolves and one female wolf. Saul is surprised to see the female glow for him with the mate bond, he never thought there would be another female for him. That is when he notices she is a captive and not in good condition but the biggest hit is the wolves are from the same tribe that killed his mate and unborn child. He cannot let his new female down so he steals her from the wolves and they get away due to an incoming storm. Saul discovers her name is Lorelei and she had a mate on Reylea but there is something wrong with her memory she speaks as if she was with her mate the previous day but it has been over a year since the portals were opened and they arrived on earth. The tribe is now in danger because the Ka'lagh want Lorelei back, they are not done torturing and beating her yet. For Saul his tribe is family and he can trust them with his and Lorelei's lives. Lorelei is in danger because of her family her mates brother is who's holding her captive. Will Saul be able to protect his tribe, himself and keep Lorelei safe when the chips are down and it really counts. I love this book, it is a must read if you love shifters.

[T.M. Payne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book Review: All's Fair In Lion And War
Author: Krystal Shannan
My Rating: 5 Stars


REVIEW
So happy to finally have Saul's story and O.M.G. it's explosively good.
Saul had a mate, he lost her at the hands of some ruthless lions back in his homeland. He never thought the fates would grant him another.
Until...
Lorelei...enters his world, his life, his total being.
Now to keep her safe, make her his, and keep his entire family safe.

Deeply emotional, action-packed, all about family story.

Krystal Shannan

[Gladys · Rating 5 out of 5]

Saul and Lorelei's story give your heart a workout with a rich blend of emotions and poignancy. If you are anything like me you will very quickly find yourself swept up by an completely invested in this moving and engaging read. This couple is going to make your heart ache but also fill it with the warm glow of sweetness and hope. Along with the incredible romance that is being playing out, you also get plenty of action, suspense, tension and drama. This will have you feeling anxious and on the very edge worrying over everyone's safety and what might happen next. I loved it. This is my frank, freely posted review.

[Anita Fuhrmann · Rating 3 out of 5]

I have to admit to a good deal of confusion when reading his book simply because I had not read any of the previous books in the series, probably. I have read other books by Ms. Shannan and enjoyed them immensely so I was expecting to enjoy this one as well but the lack of enough of a backstory threw me. The writing was good and there was plenty of action so that part did live up to my previous experiences of books by this author. I will just have to read the previous books in the series in order to put this one into perspective.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Sydney Hopke · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love that Saul gets his story and WOW what a story! It's full of suspense and action, babies and family. He had thought that he had his love until he met Lorelei. Now to keep her safe from the lions who killed his first mate. With the help of his tribe and others, they fight to free other women they're holding and finally get the lions who have caused him and others heartache. This Tribe and the residents in Mystery are wonderful and I love reading their stories. You don't need to read the others necessarily to enjoy this but why not, you won't be disappointed you did.

[Kimberly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Saul's life isn't Mystery is good, has a strong clan and forging a new life on a new planet is strange but with cubs now he feels a part of something bigger. Every day is a new day for Lorelei, until a strange lion saves her and the Beginning of the soul bond heals her. Life in Mystery seems to be getting stranger by the day, danger, excitement and finding mates seem to happen more often. This is such a great addition to the Alaska tribe and I can't wait to read more.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Raina · Rating 5 out of 5]

The series is amazingly written. It takes shifters from another world that is dying and places them on Earth. As the series goes we meet more of the survivors from the doomed world. But like any species there are the good and the bad. In this story we meet both. Several new characters are met and more mates are possibly found. We watch as hearts and souls are healed. The danger brings death and pain to the small group in Mystery, Alaska. But they have become a family and will stand strong to protect even the newest members.

[Jackie Shank · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic, Erotic, love it, Book 7 (Soulmates)

First time reading Krystal Shannan, well first time was book #1 and I've enjoyed reading the happenings and going on's in the little town of Mystery, Alaska and the growing tribe lead by Col. To me it's a page turner keeping me to the wee hours of the mornings. I love the series and recommend this series to others who love Dragons, shifters and true love stories as well as bonding friendships and kindness the world cam learn from. Pick up book #1 and enjoy this breath taking journey.

Sincerely,
Avid reader

Greg Shank

[Lynn Thinking out loud · Rating 5 out of 5]

All's fair in lion and war is my favorite so far. Saul and Lorelei had a long hard road ahead of them but they made it. This couple had to endure so much heartache to get to where they needed to be.
And Col. I loved him when we were first introduced to him but the futher along in the series we got, not so much. But he is finally starting to redeem himself again.
I hope to see more of this series.

[Michelle Graves · Rating 5 out of 5]

Omg!! People can b 2 evil!! This psycho thinks he's invincible and need flash that God complex will bite u in the ass soon enough when I least expect it. When she was saved she wasn't expecting certain things 2 come to light but her memory was coming back and changed her views on how she felt about certain things and people. But she needs 2 learn a few things about not judging people overall on things cause of certain things might b different than I think.

[Carylle · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Fight for life and to love

This story tells of a young woman that was taken from her husband,had her memory blocked so she thought she live on one day she was taken after her mate was killed by his own brother killed him infrount of her until she was rescued by another who was her mate for fate brought them together with love and hope and happyness.I would like to say thank you for all your hard work and may fortune smile 😃on you always 😁from a bookworm that loves to read

[Karen Fisher · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book. So eloquent and touching. The "soul call" holds such wonder and with lines like "You are like water for the desert that is my soul". Well wait can I say. I sighed. I highly recommend this book. It's an awesome read. Sure hope Connie's story is next. I received an advanced copy of this book and freely leave this honest review.

[Barb · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book! Such an emotional story about family... just a terrific story! This story is so engaging right from the beginning! Such great characters and wonderful storyline! So many emotions and action and suspense! Very enjoyable and I highly recommend!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Elaine Swinney · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was lucky enough to get an ARC copy of this book an I voluntarily chose to review it. I have read this whole series and they are awesome. This is a well written book and the characters are great. I loved seeing the characters from the previous books. This was a quick easy read for me, I couldn't put it down. I would encourage everyone to get this book. This one is worth your time.

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

The seventh book in the Soulmate Shifters in Mystery, Alaska series a well written story with a very good storyline. Lorelei and Saul's story of suspense, drama, danger, twists, turns, a really evil villain, a attack, and romance. I found tis story to be well worth reading. I received a copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Kristine L. · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this storyline it's got so much emotions going around as you read it. The characters of Saul and Lorelei were awesome. There is danger, unbelief of another mate, action, suspense, drama, torchur, abuse, and romance. Read the story I really enjoyed it. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Second Chance

He was happy just helping out the clan he was the oldest and he lost his mate years ago, but then he saw her being a prisoner. She couldn't remember anything every day seems the same then he was there fighting to free her. The characters will take you through twists and turns through out their journey to find their fated mate.

[Diana Page · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lions, Tigers, and B….. Dragons !! Oh My !!

Saul and Lorelei’s story is heartbreaking and has multiple PTSD Triggers for abuse , physical, verbal, mental and sexual. Please only read if it will not affect your hard one recovery. That being said it made me laugh and cry in equal measure and is one of the best stories in this series, so far. 5✨’s

[patricia ann moreland · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow

All of the stories have been good. While reading this one your sense of the ever changing world around us becomes more apparent. Crime, justice, differences, similarities as well as the morphing of life - are the same regardless of where you come from. Love happens when you least expect it.

[Ritu · Rating 5 out of 5]

Saul saves Lorelai from being tortured. She suffers memory loss, but the both recognize the glow surrounding them,and what it means. Their love is threatened by danger. This is such a beautiful book!

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[Tammy Moldovan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is book 7 in the Soulmate Shifters in Mystery, Alaska series. This is the story of Saul and Lorelei, both lion shifters from Reylea who are now inhabitants of earth after they transported through a magic portal while their world was collapsing. Both of them have lost their soulmates - Saul many years ago and he has accepted that part of his life is over. Lorelei lost hers at the time of Reylea’s destruction but due to magic she does not remember the loss or the flight to earth so she relives the horror of the new loss daily. The story begins when Saul rescues Lorelei from an evil pride of Reylean lions who have been keeping her hostage while simultaneously beating and starving her. Saul recognizes the soul call from Lorelei but is willing to also accept her refusal of it and simply support her as a new clan mate. Saul’s clan has to protect Lorelei but also defeat the evil clan of lions and free the other hostages. Like the other stories in this series, Saul and Lorelei’s story is filled with witty and engaging characters, heart racing moments, and a beautiful passion for love, justice and acceptance. I love the way the characters are portrayed as being so kind, compassionate, and thoughtful to each other as well as the humans in their adopted world. And the love stories never disappoint - I always feel all the feelings while they work through their issues. I cannot wait to read the next story of a HEA for one of the other Reyleans.

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun story

I love returning to the world of Mystery, Alaska and its stories of found family and community. In this story we see the world expand with new characters that promise many more stories to come.

[Coral Mitchell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Saul knew he'd never find his mate because he'd already lost her. He finds Lorelei being held prisoner and glowing. She has been tortured and her memories destroyed. The tribe is facing more trouble. An intriguing read.

[Reader03 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Saul gets his story full of suspense and action in an enjoyable read. The only issue was confusion at times at certain parts which maybe got resolved for final publishing. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Jennifer Ehninger · Rating 5 out of 5]

Saul had previously lost his mate, so he's surprised when he meets a woman who is his mate. After rescuing her, his pack will need to fight to keep the shifters safe. A good paranormal romance.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Eve Culley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Saul, Saul, he's our man..ahh lion

This is a beautiful story of second chances. In life, in love the heart grows with second chances.
Good characters and a great storyline. Nice to catch up with the others in Mystery as well.

[Pat · Rating 5 out of 5]

First sight

I am totally in love with this tribe. As the family grows so does my interest in where the author will take you. This is truly great story and character building.

[Kathryn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Saul and Lorelei have an incredible story. It is full of suspense, family, romance, action, drama, and emotion. The emotions are deep and palpable. This is an engaging and well written story.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Strong plot with plenty of depth to it.
There’s drama suspense and romance.
The chemistry is fantastic between the characters.
I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book via Booksprout.