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Black Ops Mates #1-6
Black Ops Mates Complete Series
Seriously hot, seriously rough, and seriously delicious…
These lion shifters will come and save you in any situation. They’ll break out all the plugs, risk all the danger, and do anything in their power to rescue you. They always keep their cool. Except when they run into that one delicious woman that will turn their world upside down. And when that happens, they’ll obey the hungering cat within and devour what is theirs and theirs alone…
Wild Lion
I rear-ended his car. Now I need to make it up to him. I can pay for his damage, but I’m broke. I can give him my insurance card, but he doesn’t want it. I can be his fake fiancée for a fancy dinner. Um, what?
Wicked Lion
I’m known for turning down plenty of women. But I can’t turn her down. She’s the complete opposite of me. My wilderness only comes out when I shift. Her wilderness comes out in different places…
Warrior Lion
I have an insanely hot and insubordinate man watching over me. Standing there in the corner of my office, his hotness radiating off of him. I can’t get distracted. But it’s been a while, and I can’t help it…
Wounded Lion
I’m a woman of science. I don’t believe in mates. And men were never in my microscope. But the thing is: this man I want in my microscope. This man, I want to explore every minuscule part of…
Wet Lion
I can’t remember the last time I got rejected. But she did, and it pisses me off. We’re stuck on an island, just the two of us. My lion is taking control of my mind… I can feel her resistance, but I’ll break it down…
Wanted Lion
I lost her years ago. My mate. I did everything to forget her. And now she’s right in front of me. But things have changed. And there are secrets. She never told me that she has a child. A little lion cub…
WARNING: Intended for 18+ readers.
These lion shifters will come and save you in any situation. They’ll break out all the plugs, risk all the danger, and do anything in their power to rescue you. They always keep their cool. Except when they run into that one delicious woman that will turn their world upside down. And when that happens, they’ll obey the hungering cat within and devour what is theirs and theirs alone…
Wild Lion
I rear-ended his car. Now I need to make it up to him. I can pay for his damage, but I’m broke. I can give him my insurance card, but he doesn’t want it. I can be his fake fiancée for a fancy dinner. Um, what?
Wicked Lion
I’m known for turning down plenty of women. But I can’t turn her down. She’s the complete opposite of me. My wilderness only comes out when I shift. Her wilderness comes out in different places…
Warrior Lion
I have an insanely hot and insubordinate man watching over me. Standing there in the corner of my office, his hotness radiating off of him. I can’t get distracted. But it’s been a while, and I can’t help it…
Wounded Lion
I’m a woman of science. I don’t believe in mates. And men were never in my microscope. But the thing is: this man I want in my microscope. This man, I want to explore every minuscule part of…
Wet Lion
I can’t remember the last time I got rejected. But she did, and it pisses me off. We’re stuck on an island, just the two of us. My lion is taking control of my mind… I can feel her resistance, but I’ll break it down…
Wanted Lion
I lost her years ago. My mate. I did everything to forget her. And now she’s right in front of me. But things have changed. And there are secrets. She never told me that she has a child. A little lion cub…
WARNING: Intended for 18+ readers.
858 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 21, 2021
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About the author
Ruby Knoxx
104 books94 followersRuby lives on a farm with her two daughters and husband. Besides horses, chickens, and a donkey, she sometimes imagines that there are other types of animals on her farm, too... Animals that turn into Very Hot Men at night to look for their mates... Whenever that happens, she turns to her computer and writes down the paranormal love stories of these rough Wolf, Bear, and Dragon shifters who will destroy any obstacle to protect their mate. Come and enjoy the steamy, suspenseful, and slightly sweaty adventures of Ruby's shifter romance world.
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March 26, 2024
1: I enjoyed the book, I’d never read a shifter book like it. Black ops guy picks up first time escort and she ends up being his mate. I wish there was more world building from the shifter side of things. 3⭐️
2: Reina was a bit of a strange character to me in some ways. She was totally confident and sure and then swung to mouse with no self assurance. It would seriously suck though to have your boss try to break you up with a guy (who is also royally screwing up) then holds you hostage for said guy. The whole “mate and you’re out of the ops” thing makes sense but if I was Jason I would be going nuts not knowing how the case finished. 2.5 ⭐️
3: First time that the FMC is a shifter. I’m glad that their animals were brought into this book more. It was feeling like they were sort of there and nudging them but they didn’t feel like major entities. I think Jax got super lucky with Lori. He was such a jerk at the beginning just because she’s a politician and then his behaviour potentially screwed her over. Not to mention it was probably easier to get to her away from the safe house. She was very understanding frankly. If she wasn’t a shifter and couldn’t truly understand his impulses then I think he would be done. 3⭐️
4: I’ve never read a shifter book with a chimpanzee shifter. I’m not totally sure how I feel about it. As far as the characters go, I’m glad that Zane admitted to being a coward. Wanting to avoid pain is understandable but don’t cause pain in your attempt to avoid it. Shifter deadly illness was a surprise. I’m wondering what the ops team is going to do now that they’re down to two. 2.5 ⭐️
5: I found this one a little boring. It felt like most of the book was Jessica wishy washing and second guessing herself. It just felt like it was being harped on so it was hard to enjoy even the parts where they were having a good time because within two pages she was back to this is a mistake, no one holds my attention, I shouldn’t bother. As a character she just annoyed me and we never really got to know Neo. Nothing about his background, personal history etc. I just wanted more. 2⭐️
6: Okay so neither of the MCs in this book handled anything well. Now to be fair they both had quite a shock, Leon particularly but still! Kitty is adorable but that Rogers guy is totally cracked. Like his brain capacity and logical reasoning is absolute garbage. Who kidnaps a kid to try to get the mother’s attention and then actually believes the mother will willingly marry him? Anyway at least all the characters ended up where they should be and the final bit with Kitty bringing Leon pancakes was adorable.
2.5⭐️
2: Reina was a bit of a strange character to me in some ways. She was totally confident and sure and then swung to mouse with no self assurance. It would seriously suck though to have your boss try to break you up with a guy (who is also royally screwing up) then holds you hostage for said guy. The whole “mate and you’re out of the ops” thing makes sense but if I was Jason I would be going nuts not knowing how the case finished. 2.5 ⭐️
3: First time that the FMC is a shifter. I’m glad that their animals were brought into this book more. It was feeling like they were sort of there and nudging them but they didn’t feel like major entities. I think Jax got super lucky with Lori. He was such a jerk at the beginning just because she’s a politician and then his behaviour potentially screwed her over. Not to mention it was probably easier to get to her away from the safe house. She was very understanding frankly. If she wasn’t a shifter and couldn’t truly understand his impulses then I think he would be done. 3⭐️
4: I’ve never read a shifter book with a chimpanzee shifter. I’m not totally sure how I feel about it. As far as the characters go, I’m glad that Zane admitted to being a coward. Wanting to avoid pain is understandable but don’t cause pain in your attempt to avoid it. Shifter deadly illness was a surprise. I’m wondering what the ops team is going to do now that they’re down to two. 2.5 ⭐️
5: I found this one a little boring. It felt like most of the book was Jessica wishy washing and second guessing herself. It just felt like it was being harped on so it was hard to enjoy even the parts where they were having a good time because within two pages she was back to this is a mistake, no one holds my attention, I shouldn’t bother. As a character she just annoyed me and we never really got to know Neo. Nothing about his background, personal history etc. I just wanted more. 2⭐️
6: Okay so neither of the MCs in this book handled anything well. Now to be fair they both had quite a shock, Leon particularly but still! Kitty is adorable but that Rogers guy is totally cracked. Like his brain capacity and logical reasoning is absolute garbage. Who kidnaps a kid to try to get the mother’s attention and then actually believes the mother will willingly marry him? Anyway at least all the characters ended up where they should be and the final bit with Kitty bringing Leon pancakes was adorable.
2.5⭐️
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January 11, 2022
Review of Black Ops Mates
I truly enjoyed each book in the Black Ops Mates series.
Each guy had assignments that lead them to their mates.
This one of the few books where the shifters are lions.
The interaction with their mates was different for each guy.
This book made me believe that the government really does
use shifters for special government services.
I liked that the women were all strong and brave.
These guys knew how to please a woman. The sex is very hot.
The author was very good at making each guy’s story very interesting.
The sex was in appropriate places. They didn’t just stop and have sex.
These stories will keep you interested throughout.
I truly enjoyed each book in the Black Ops Mates series.
Each guy had assignments that lead them to their mates.
This one of the few books where the shifters are lions.
The interaction with their mates was different for each guy.
This book made me believe that the government really does
use shifters for special government services.
I liked that the women were all strong and brave.
These guys knew how to please a woman. The sex is very hot.
The author was very good at making each guy’s story very interesting.
The sex was in appropriate places. They didn’t just stop and have sex.
These stories will keep you interested throughout.
December 12, 2021
Great collection
I really enjoyed the concept of black ops shifters finding their mates and getting their HEA. I was initially concerned that this collection would be repetitive as I have found other collections to be but each book was stand alone and had enough character building to be interesting and entertaining. I will definitely be getting more books by Ruby Knox. It would also be awesome to have a follow up book to see where these families end up. I hope they would retain their brotherhood ties. Looking forward to exploring more of Ms. Knoxx's books.
I really enjoyed the concept of black ops shifters finding their mates and getting their HEA. I was initially concerned that this collection would be repetitive as I have found other collections to be but each book was stand alone and had enough character building to be interesting and entertaining. I will definitely be getting more books by Ruby Knox. It would also be awesome to have a follow up book to see where these families end up. I hope they would retain their brotherhood ties. Looking forward to exploring more of Ms. Knoxx's books.
January 30, 2023
Gedankenlos, inhaltslos - 6-malige Wiederholung einer Geschichte
Sammelband von 6 Geschichten über eine Spezialeinheit des US-Militärs von 6 Männern die sich inhaltlich und vom Ablauf her wiederholt. Sogar die beschriebenen Erotikszenen laufen exakt immer gleich ab. Langweilig und fade ohne Spannung.
Sammelband von 6 Geschichten über eine Spezialeinheit des US-Militärs von 6 Männern die sich inhaltlich und vom Ablauf her wiederholt. Sogar die beschriebenen Erotikszenen laufen exakt immer gleich ab. Langweilig und fade ohne Spannung.
August 6, 2021
A wonderful collection
Each story was unique, with intrigue, mystery, danger, and stubborn men and women. And of course steamy sex as you'd expect with shifters as they find their mates!
Each story was unique, with intrigue, mystery, danger, and stubborn men and women. And of course steamy sex as you'd expect with shifters as they find their mates!
September 17, 2021
Great read
I really enjoyed this book, it's always good to read a complete series and when it's all in the same book, it is a lot easier to do! A collection of romantic stories where a group of sexy shifter men each find their true mates, lovely reading.
I really enjoyed this book, it's always good to read a complete series and when it's all in the same book, it is a lot easier to do! A collection of romantic stories where a group of sexy shifter men each find their true mates, lovely reading.
September 21, 2021
Great stories
I loved the group dynamics. Knoxx crafted a really great series with these black ops shifters. I couldn't wait to see how each man's story ended, but was sad it was over.
I loved the group dynamics. Knoxx crafted a really great series with these black ops shifters. I couldn't wait to see how each man's story ended, but was sad it was over.
January 5, 2022
Nope
Nope after first book only made it to chapter 2 page 22 on tablet!!!! When her friend talked her into being a prostitute so easily. Waiting tables would have gotten her money everyday. The H in this one couldn't wait to be a hoe !!!!
Nope after first book only made it to chapter 2 page 22 on tablet!!!! When her friend talked her into being a prostitute so easily. Waiting tables would have gotten her money everyday. The H in this one couldn't wait to be a hoe !!!!
February 14, 2022
The writing is kind of hard to follow at times. I'm not sure why, but it just is. Good plotline overall and I like the humor between the Hunters and their future wives. Also, who doesn't love reading about lumber-snacks? 😂❤
September 13, 2021
😍
Really enjoyed this box set. The guys are hunks and the girls are great. Love saves them all. An affair to remember.
Really enjoyed this box set. The guys are hunks and the girls are great. Love saves them all. An affair to remember.
October 29, 2021
Lion shifters are the best
All the stories are full of exciting action and adventure and shouldn't be ignored. For an escape from Life, this is definitely the way to go.
All the stories are full of exciting action and adventure and shouldn't be ignored. For an escape from Life, this is definitely the way to go.
November 29, 2021
Black Ops Mates Complete Series: Lion Shifter Romance Series Box Set
This was a cute story. The chemistry between Justin and Leon was great and their daughter. Love does concur all.
This was a cute story. The chemistry between Justin and Leon was great and their daughter. Love does concur all.
December 12, 2021
All books were fun reads
I loved the storyline lines and the characters were so good and the women were strong characters in there own right truly good
I loved the storyline lines and the characters were so good and the women were strong characters in there own right truly good
December 15, 2021
Great books
Omg these books are so good.I you like really good sex Sean's you will just love these books.I'm so looking forward to reading more from this author.
Omg these books are so good.I you like really good sex Sean's you will just love these books.I'm so looking forward to reading more from this author.
January 14, 2022
Enjoyed series
February 23, 2022
A fun book
This story is fun and very interesting. I love all them books in this set and it is fun t o try and pick a faorite.. I do believe it is one of my favorites.
This story is fun and very interesting. I love all them books in this set and it is fun t o try and pick a faorite.. I do believe it is one of my favorites.
March 14, 2022
Disappointed
Really liked the concept of the team but did not have any true connection with each other. They may as well have been just a group of people working together.
Really liked the concept of the team but did not have any true connection with each other. They may as well have been just a group of people working together.
April 12, 2022
awesome read
Hard to not read book after book after book. The right balance of adventure, romance and suspense. Once you start you won’t stop.
Hard to not read book after book after book. The right balance of adventure, romance and suspense. Once you start you won’t stop.
March 15, 2023
Great Shifter Series
I really enjoyed each individual story. Each story was unique and they were truly different. A great read for all.
I really enjoyed each individual story. Each story was unique and they were truly different. A great read for all.
May 16, 2023
Another great read
Enjoyed reading this book and reading about the characters and their story. Looking forward to reading more from this author.
Enjoyed reading this book and reading about the characters and their story. Looking forward to reading more from this author.
January 6, 2026
Wonderful Series and Never Boring
I loved all the characters and the way the books wrapped around them! Can't wait for the next ones! A great read!
I loved all the characters and the way the books wrapped around them! Can't wait for the next ones! A great read!
May 21, 2022
Amazing
I have read the series from start to finish loving all the ups and downs but especially with each team member finding their mates and the love returned! I look forward to another great read!!!
I have read the series from start to finish loving all the ups and downs but especially with each team member finding their mates and the love returned! I look forward to another great read!!!
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