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Lions & Tigers & Bears #2
A Snarl, a Splash, and a Shock
As part of a military team, Crank needs to keep his head on straight. His unit depends on it. So the recurring sensual dreams he’s having—the ones featuring a shark shifter with dark brown hair and eyes—really screw with his focus. Especially since the shifter is a guy.
Greenland shark shifter Vic can’t stop thinking about Crank, a human military guy he met when Vic got called in for a consult. Crank seems handy with anything that flies, and Vic would be happy to have him at his back, in more ways than one. And that’s a problem—firstly because Vic’s in love with his boyfriend, Saul, but also because Crank is sarcastic, irreverent… and straight.
The problem comes to a head when Saul discovers Vic has been dreaming about a man who isn’t him. Saul does not share. But when Crank starts invading Saul’s dreams too, he has to reassess his feelings. His life may depend on it.
Exploring the growing connection between the three of them will have to wait, though. The upcoming mission demands the team’s full attention. They’re about to discover something huge, and they have badly underestimated the enemy….
Greenland shark shifter Vic can’t stop thinking about Crank, a human military guy he met when Vic got called in for a consult. Crank seems handy with anything that flies, and Vic would be happy to have him at his back, in more ways than one. And that’s a problem—firstly because Vic’s in love with his boyfriend, Saul, but also because Crank is sarcastic, irreverent… and straight.
The problem comes to a head when Saul discovers Vic has been dreaming about a man who isn’t him. Saul does not share. But when Crank starts invading Saul’s dreams too, he has to reassess his feelings. His life may depend on it.
Exploring the growing connection between the three of them will have to wait, though. The upcoming mission demands the team’s full attention. They’re about to discover something huge, and they have badly underestimated the enemy….
316 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 17, 2022
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K.C. Wells
172 books1,858 followersK.C. Wells lives on an island off the south coast of the UK, surrounded by natural beauty. She writes about men who love men, and can’t even contemplate a life that doesn’t include writing.
The rainbow rose tattoo on her back with the words 'Love is Love' and 'Love Wins' is her way of hoisting a flag. She plans to be writing about men in love - be it sweet and slow, hot or kinky - for a long while to come.
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And for those who like things a little hotter?
There's KC's alter ego, Tantalus, who writes gay erotica.
The rainbow rose tattoo on her back with the words 'Love is Love' and 'Love Wins' is her way of hoisting a flag. She plans to be writing about men in love - be it sweet and slow, hot or kinky - for a long while to come.
If you want to follow her exploits, you can sign up for her monthly newsletter: http://eepurl.com/cNKHlT
You can stalk – er, find – her in the following places:
E-mail: k.c.wells@btinternet.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KCWellsWorld
Twitter: @K_C_Wells
Website: https://www.kcwellswrites.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/k.c.wells
BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/k-c-w...
And for those who like things a little hotter?
There's KC's alter ego, Tantalus, who writes gay erotica.
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June 10, 2022
Such a great series!!!
Review to come.
Review to come.
May 17, 2022
This was a good follow-up to A Growl, a Roar, and a Purr and yes, you must read that one first as the underlying story is continued. There is action, romance and a lot more information discovered about the enemy here, which it turns out is bigger and even more evil than anyone ever expected. There is one particular scene that was so tense I had to remind myself that this was a KC Wells book!
Crank, Saul, and Vic are very different from the men in the previous book. Not only are two of the mates humans, but Saul and Vic are already in a committed relationship when Crank - who has always identified as straight - becomes a part of things. There is a lot to overcome, a lot about mates that is still unknown, but I really liked the way it all played out. The whole team is back together and Rael, Horvan, and Dellan play a big part in the story as they continue to search for Dellan's father while facing new and troubling information about what may have happened while Dellan was previously confined in his shifted form.
There are plenty of surprises in this story, as well as some interesting new characters, and I'll be looking forward to the next installment!
Crank, Saul, and Vic are very different from the men in the previous book. Not only are two of the mates humans, but Saul and Vic are already in a committed relationship when Crank - who has always identified as straight - becomes a part of things. There is a lot to overcome, a lot about mates that is still unknown, but I really liked the way it all played out. The whole team is back together and Rael, Horvan, and Dellan play a big part in the story as they continue to search for Dellan's father while facing new and troubling information about what may have happened while Dellan was previously confined in his shifted form.
There are plenty of surprises in this story, as well as some interesting new characters, and I'll be looking forward to the next installment!
May 25, 2022
I thought the first book in this series A Growl, a Roar, and a Purr was absolutely fantastic so I was eagerly awaiting this one. And KC did not disappoint - as if that was ever in doubt.
The story arc that runs through the series is so engaging and I'm intrigued to see where it goes in the rest of the series. As it's a continuous storyline we got to see Dellan, Rael & Horvan again *heart eyes* as they work with their team to take down the bad guys. This time though the romantic action focuses on new trouple Vic, Crank and Saul. Their's isn't a threesome you would have expected but the fates were determined to prove them wrong. These three were #relationshipgoals and I loved them. Can't wait to see where the rest of the series will go.
The story arc that runs through the series is so engaging and I'm intrigued to see where it goes in the rest of the series. As it's a continuous storyline we got to see Dellan, Rael & Horvan again *heart eyes* as they work with their team to take down the bad guys. This time though the romantic action focuses on new trouple Vic, Crank and Saul. Their's isn't a threesome you would have expected but the fates were determined to prove them wrong. These three were #relationshipgoals and I loved them. Can't wait to see where the rest of the series will go.
April 30, 2022
Oh WOW......I'm loving this series I can't get enough following on from book 1 we find out more with Horvan, Dellan & Rael and what's happening with them and the start of a relationship with Crank, Vic & Saul fated mates two humans and a shark shifter who are all amazing together the chemistry between them so hot and sexy loved it.....full of suspense & mystery can't wait for more read ARC for this recommend so much 💖💖
May 19, 2022
Great book!
Loved this book! Characters were amazing, as well as the story! Absolutely can't wait for the next book in the series!
Loved this book! Characters were amazing, as well as the story! Absolutely can't wait for the next book in the series!
July 30, 2022
Que grata sorpresa ha sido este 2do libro.
El primero lo considere un desastre por como se manejaron algunas cosas pero la historia en general y el romance eran prometedores. Entre en este con bajas expectativas y ahora que lo he terminado necesito tener el próximo libro pero YA.
En este libro se ha avanzado en la trama, que es mas extensa e interesante por el desarrollo y explicaciones oportunas.
El romance aquí esta mejor tratado que la entrega anterior y la primera pareja sigue apareciendo y mostrando sus avances como trio/pareja consolidada.
Me ha encantado este segundo libro más por su acción y misterio al igual que los giros increíbles que se dieron. Me declaro fan aserrima de esta saga si sigue por el buen camino.
El primero lo considere un desastre por como se manejaron algunas cosas pero la historia en general y el romance eran prometedores. Entre en este con bajas expectativas y ahora que lo he terminado necesito tener el próximo libro pero YA.
En este libro se ha avanzado en la trama, que es mas extensa e interesante por el desarrollo y explicaciones oportunas.
El romance aquí esta mejor tratado que la entrega anterior y la primera pareja sigue apareciendo y mostrando sus avances como trio/pareja consolidada.
Me ha encantado este segundo libro más por su acción y misterio al igual que los giros increíbles que se dieron. Me declaro fan aserrima de esta saga si sigue por el buen camino.
May 17, 2022
Fast-paced, thrilling mmm shifter romance with great worldbuilding! Loved the original set up of one shifter with two human fated mates. Crank and Vic already met in the first book of the series, so I was excited to finally discover what KC Wells had in store for them. Crank’s in for a surprising bisexual awakening journey when he falls in love with not one but two men. I loved how well he handled all the curveballs thrown his way and his devotion to both Vic and Saul.
Vic and Saul are already together when Vic and Crank meet and try hard not to fall for each other. It takes a while before Saul and Crank meet so there’s confusion, uncertainty and hurt feelings on all sides as the three men try to make sense of what’s happening between them. I loved how all of it got resolved in the end, and I think I actually loved Saul and Crank falling for each other most of all. Vic, Saul and Crank have great chemistry between them and a strong emotional connection too. Really liked how they got to know and appreciate each other; their relationship is not just built on the powerful fated mates pull.
Apart from the romance, which is amazing and so well-written, there’s also a really intriguing and suspense-filled storyline, continuing from the first book in the series. Something is horribly wrong in “shifter society” as it were, and with every piece of the puzzle that is revealed, the danger surrounding them seems to grow.
Another nice surprise is that we also get to reconnect with Horvan, Rael and Dellan and see how they are faring as a still newly-mated throuple! And there’s plenty of other secondary characters that help create the fascinating world of this series, villains and allies, and … maybe some future main characters. Fingers crossed!
Vic and Saul are already together when Vic and Crank meet and try hard not to fall for each other. It takes a while before Saul and Crank meet so there’s confusion, uncertainty and hurt feelings on all sides as the three men try to make sense of what’s happening between them. I loved how all of it got resolved in the end, and I think I actually loved Saul and Crank falling for each other most of all. Vic, Saul and Crank have great chemistry between them and a strong emotional connection too. Really liked how they got to know and appreciate each other; their relationship is not just built on the powerful fated mates pull.
Apart from the romance, which is amazing and so well-written, there’s also a really intriguing and suspense-filled storyline, continuing from the first book in the series. Something is horribly wrong in “shifter society” as it were, and with every piece of the puzzle that is revealed, the danger surrounding them seems to grow.
Another nice surprise is that we also get to reconnect with Horvan, Rael and Dellan and see how they are faring as a still newly-mated throuple! And there’s plenty of other secondary characters that help create the fascinating world of this series, villains and allies, and … maybe some future main characters. Fingers crossed!
May 19, 2022
Reviewed for Love Bytes – 4.5 hearts
Vic is an oral historian shifter. Crank is an ex-military, straight, what you see is what you get human, guy. Saul, Vic’s boyfriend, is ex-military and also human. First, there’s a meeting, then the dreams. Honesty ensures transparency and makes life complicated, but it can also give the men something extraordinary – each other.
A Snarl a Splash and a Shock, is the second in the Lions Tigers and Bears series. The first book – A Growl a Roar and a Purr was superb – it set the scene for the series and was a darn good read. This second installment is more character development - before, I suspect, the big finish in the next novel.
The story is told in the third person from multiple viewpoints and was technically excellent. As much of the scene-setting was already accomplished, relationships were the focus, with the underlying shifter arc slightly less at the forefront. The scenario of a straight man entering a gay, fated mate's relationship made for interesting reading, and as men are highly sexual beings, this aspect is reflected in the manuscript. It was also lovely to read the continuation of relationships already forged in book one.
In this well-paced, well thought out story, where the history and mechanics of shifters and their mates are still being discovered. Add into the mix some unscrupulous scientists, and just about any scenario is possible, providing some fascinating twists and turns, leaving me on the edge of my seat with anticipation. As almost anything is on the table, the story arc has the potential to be somewhat of a brain ache. Evil has a long reach and can come from almost any source. However, a crack team of ex-military with a strong sense of duty and camaraderie must surely prevail? But, before that can happen, the full capability of the enemy must be understood.
This novel contains a super range of characters, from the despicably evil, the super good, the conflicted, and more. I found inter-relationship dynamics most amusing. The journeys of Vic, Saul, and Crank made for splendid reading.
Then, after a long line of expletives, I had to accept that this tale is continuing to a third novel. It is impossible not to compare the stories in the series, and although book two is an excellent read, I connected to book one more. Maybe it suffers from what I call - sequelitus. The first in any series provides a new sparkly exciting world that upends your insides. Whereas in the second, everything is altogether more familiar, so the impact isn’t as great.
This book was provided free in exchange for a fair and honest review for
Love Bytes.
Vic is an oral historian shifter. Crank is an ex-military, straight, what you see is what you get human, guy. Saul, Vic’s boyfriend, is ex-military and also human. First, there’s a meeting, then the dreams. Honesty ensures transparency and makes life complicated, but it can also give the men something extraordinary – each other.
A Snarl a Splash and a Shock, is the second in the Lions Tigers and Bears series. The first book – A Growl a Roar and a Purr was superb – it set the scene for the series and was a darn good read. This second installment is more character development - before, I suspect, the big finish in the next novel.
The story is told in the third person from multiple viewpoints and was technically excellent. As much of the scene-setting was already accomplished, relationships were the focus, with the underlying shifter arc slightly less at the forefront. The scenario of a straight man entering a gay, fated mate's relationship made for interesting reading, and as men are highly sexual beings, this aspect is reflected in the manuscript. It was also lovely to read the continuation of relationships already forged in book one.
In this well-paced, well thought out story, where the history and mechanics of shifters and their mates are still being discovered. Add into the mix some unscrupulous scientists, and just about any scenario is possible, providing some fascinating twists and turns, leaving me on the edge of my seat with anticipation. As almost anything is on the table, the story arc has the potential to be somewhat of a brain ache. Evil has a long reach and can come from almost any source. However, a crack team of ex-military with a strong sense of duty and camaraderie must surely prevail? But, before that can happen, the full capability of the enemy must be understood.
This novel contains a super range of characters, from the despicably evil, the super good, the conflicted, and more. I found inter-relationship dynamics most amusing. The journeys of Vic, Saul, and Crank made for splendid reading.
Then, after a long line of expletives, I had to accept that this tale is continuing to a third novel. It is impossible not to compare the stories in the series, and although book two is an excellent read, I connected to book one more. Maybe it suffers from what I call - sequelitus. The first in any series provides a new sparkly exciting world that upends your insides. Whereas in the second, everything is altogether more familiar, so the impact isn’t as great.
This book was provided free in exchange for a fair and honest review for
Love Bytes.
May 19, 2022
C’était aussi nul que le premier tome. Intrigue prévisible même l’introduction de l’élément de trahison et surprise surprise le fils inconnu d’un des personnages… pff on a vu ça venir dès le premier livre de la série. C’est vraiment prendre le lecteur pour un con. Le livre est sensé être une romance avec dramas entre crank, vic et saul et saupoudré d’un peu d’actions. Au lieu de ça on une romance à peine esquissé merci au lien de l’âme sœur et du insta fuck euh je veut dire love sans compter sur la fainéantise de l’auteur pour nous livrer une histoire complète et vraie. Les raccourcis sont légions, les comptes rendus de sentiments et les remplissages en mettant le trouple du premier tome dans le second pour donner une impression de continuité et surtout pour cacher le manque de talent et de compétence en matière d’écriture. Une histoire déjà vu, concept déjà utilisé voir même usé. Exemple : vic bottom-boy une évidence et cliché vu qu’il est petit frôlant presque 😰 l’adolescent flippant et dérangeant, Saul pareil le stéréotype de l’alpha car gros penis et pour en rajouter ne pense et ne se définit qu’à travers son attribut et le meilleur pour la fin Crank non seulement c’est le gay for you mais aussi l’image de l’alpha avec gros penis et muscle sur muscle. Et rien d’autre l’auteur a passé sont temps à nous décrire les parties de jambes en l’air de vic et saul mais ensuite une fois qu’ils étaient ensemble ne pensaient et ne parlaient que de sexe. Pff 😩 et tout ça noyé dans une pseudo action conspiration qui prend toute la place m’a donné mal au cerveau et l’envie de jeter mon Kindle par la fenêtre.
Est-ce que je retomberai dans ce piège à la con ?😏🤔
L’auteur rempilera parce qu’il faut remplir les caisses. Donc encore 4 ou 8 tomes pour la série qui assurément seront décevants et avec une fin nullissimes.
En fait je n’attendais pas d’un auteurs qui écrit de la junkbook! Bourratif et indigest = fast-book.
Est-ce que je retomberai dans ce piège à la con ?😏🤔
L’auteur rempilera parce qu’il faut remplir les caisses. Donc encore 4 ou 8 tomes pour la série qui assurément seront décevants et avec une fin nullissimes.
En fait je n’attendais pas d’un auteurs qui écrit de la junkbook! Bourratif et indigest = fast-book.
August 16, 2024
New men and new problems
A really great sequel! In romances like this sometimes every book focuses on a new pairing to the point of ignoring that the last exists. This series doesn't do that at all. Not only is the last pairing still in this book, but there are still chapters from their POV as they continue to work out their relationship and the troubles concerning everything that is happening in the shifter world.
This time there isn't a captured shifter, but instead a shifter with human mates. It throws an already unexpected discovery in chaos as the shifters were surprised enough about mates, finding out they can also be human is really surprising. It also causes problems for the three men involved, as they really can't believe that they could be mates what with that species barrier seemingly being in the way. It makes it difficult for the three men to come together, with their feelings being very confused and plenty of uncertainty as it throws established relationships into chaos. It was interesting to see how each man worked through this new development, from the attraction they couldn't understand and the relationships they didn't want to hurt, up to the realization of the change it truly meant. Much like the first relationship this feels like an ongoing process that could continue in the next book.
The ongoing problems in the shifter world also had some major revelations, but equally some set backs. Big discoveries are made about these mysterious bad guys that have popped up and the team works together for some focused action against them to stop all that is happening. But it also reveals more of what has been developed by these people and just how far ahead they are, bringing into question how they can truly be stopped. It would be great to see where this would go moving forward.
A really well done and engaging sequel, it would be great if this series would continue so we could see what happens next!
A really great sequel! In romances like this sometimes every book focuses on a new pairing to the point of ignoring that the last exists. This series doesn't do that at all. Not only is the last pairing still in this book, but there are still chapters from their POV as they continue to work out their relationship and the troubles concerning everything that is happening in the shifter world.
This time there isn't a captured shifter, but instead a shifter with human mates. It throws an already unexpected discovery in chaos as the shifters were surprised enough about mates, finding out they can also be human is really surprising. It also causes problems for the three men involved, as they really can't believe that they could be mates what with that species barrier seemingly being in the way. It makes it difficult for the three men to come together, with their feelings being very confused and plenty of uncertainty as it throws established relationships into chaos. It was interesting to see how each man worked through this new development, from the attraction they couldn't understand and the relationships they didn't want to hurt, up to the realization of the change it truly meant. Much like the first relationship this feels like an ongoing process that could continue in the next book.
The ongoing problems in the shifter world also had some major revelations, but equally some set backs. Big discoveries are made about these mysterious bad guys that have popped up and the team works together for some focused action against them to stop all that is happening. But it also reveals more of what has been developed by these people and just how far ahead they are, bringing into question how they can truly be stopped. It would be great to see where this would go moving forward.
A really well done and engaging sequel, it would be great if this series would continue so we could see what happens next!
May 19, 2022
What a wonderful and complex second book of the Lions & Tigers & Bears series! You definitely need to read book 1 before reading this, as although this book mainly concentrates on Vic, Saul and Crank, the story continues from book 1 and Dellan, Rael and Horvan from book 1 are a huge part of the story.
In this book the squad uncovers the dark goings on regarding the missing shifters and a group that must be stopped at all costs. This almost costs Saul his life when he is sent undercover to investigate the goings on at an elite school, as someone has informed the leaders of the group that he his coming and that someone is a huge surprise!
Vic who is a Greenland shark shifter is in a committed relationship with Saul who is human. However, he's being plagued with dreams of another man which causes tension between them. Crank identifies as a straight human and is super confused by the dreams he keeps having of him with another man. Both realise who they're dreaming about, but last time they met they didn't get along at all. They are both confused! Then add Saul to the mix and he also starts dreaming of both men. It turns out that Vic has two human fated mates which comes as a huge surprise to everyone.
There are some hot moments in this book, with the new threesome learning about each other, but it's mainly about finding out who is behind the terrible things going on in the shifter world and Dellan's quest to find his father. Along the way they uncover shocking incidents and other family members, along with a few surprises. It's a brilliant second part to the story and keeps you on your toes wondering what there next discovery will be. I can't wait for book three! I definitely recommend the series so far to anyone that enjoys shifter books and also books with a dark twist.
I was kindly gifted an ARC for an honest review.
In this book the squad uncovers the dark goings on regarding the missing shifters and a group that must be stopped at all costs. This almost costs Saul his life when he is sent undercover to investigate the goings on at an elite school, as someone has informed the leaders of the group that he his coming and that someone is a huge surprise!
Vic who is a Greenland shark shifter is in a committed relationship with Saul who is human. However, he's being plagued with dreams of another man which causes tension between them. Crank identifies as a straight human and is super confused by the dreams he keeps having of him with another man. Both realise who they're dreaming about, but last time they met they didn't get along at all. They are both confused! Then add Saul to the mix and he also starts dreaming of both men. It turns out that Vic has two human fated mates which comes as a huge surprise to everyone.
There are some hot moments in this book, with the new threesome learning about each other, but it's mainly about finding out who is behind the terrible things going on in the shifter world and Dellan's quest to find his father. Along the way they uncover shocking incidents and other family members, along with a few surprises. It's a brilliant second part to the story and keeps you on your toes wondering what there next discovery will be. I can't wait for book three! I definitely recommend the series so far to anyone that enjoys shifter books and also books with a dark twist.
I was kindly gifted an ARC for an honest review.
May 16, 2022
I’m loving this series!
First off this is a series that really needs to be read in order as there is an overarching storyline and all questions will not be answered in this book. Having said that I’ve gotta say that this is a fantastic addition to the series.
I love the closeness between all of the guys on the team led by Horvan (book one) and how much they care about each other and support each other. This is a fated mates story with kind of a twist on the GFY/Bi-awakening trope. The world-building is fantastic and the story moves at a great clip and doesn’t let up until it’s over. I really had a very difficult time putting this one down when I needed to get some sleep.
Crank doesn’t want any long-term relationship and has never been attracted to or entertained being with a man. Fate has something in store for him that he never saw coming. Shark shifter Vic is totally committed to his human boyfriend, Saul, and he’s knocked for a loop when he starts having erotic dreams about another guy.
This is a deliciously complex story. The main characters are Crank, Vic and Saul but there are some surprises for other members of the team which leads to more things that need to be investigated. The investigation leads to more questions that need answered.
I have no idea how KC Wells is going to wrap up all of the loose ends for this series but I’ve no doubt at all that whatever she writes next will keep me on the edge of my seat from start to finish.
An advanced copy of this book was provided to me at my request but my review was voluntary and not influenced by the author.
First off this is a series that really needs to be read in order as there is an overarching storyline and all questions will not be answered in this book. Having said that I’ve gotta say that this is a fantastic addition to the series.
I love the closeness between all of the guys on the team led by Horvan (book one) and how much they care about each other and support each other. This is a fated mates story with kind of a twist on the GFY/Bi-awakening trope. The world-building is fantastic and the story moves at a great clip and doesn’t let up until it’s over. I really had a very difficult time putting this one down when I needed to get some sleep.
Crank doesn’t want any long-term relationship and has never been attracted to or entertained being with a man. Fate has something in store for him that he never saw coming. Shark shifter Vic is totally committed to his human boyfriend, Saul, and he’s knocked for a loop when he starts having erotic dreams about another guy.
This is a deliciously complex story. The main characters are Crank, Vic and Saul but there are some surprises for other members of the team which leads to more things that need to be investigated. The investigation leads to more questions that need answered.
I have no idea how KC Wells is going to wrap up all of the loose ends for this series but I’ve no doubt at all that whatever she writes next will keep me on the edge of my seat from start to finish.
An advanced copy of this book was provided to me at my request but my review was voluntary and not influenced by the author.
May 19, 2022
I was gifted my copy of this book.
This is book 2 in the Lions & Tigers & Bears series, and you really MUST read book one, A Growl, A Roar and A Purr, before this one. It follows on the background story arc that is not fully recapped.
I'm loving these books, I really. They are so different, and so much fun, even with the backdrop of such a deadly tale.
Crank gets under Vic's skin, and he under Vic's. Add Saul to the mix and the three are experiencing a full on mating bond. But it takes TIME to get there, and I loved that it did.
I loved that Saul makes Vic pay for what he did. I loved that Vic and Crank both suffered when Saul did. I loved that . . . . oh I could go on and on, loving every single thing about this but that would give spoilers and I work really hard NOT to.
I said in my review for book 1, that I saw a pairing there, but I can't remember who that was! Here though, I see another pairing, and I'm not saying who, but I've made myself a note. And I say pairing, but obviously, given what they have discovered here, that might be different!
Hashtag and Roadkill star again here. I love the banter these guys have, they really do go at each other at the oddest moments! I love the group of men that Horvan has on his team. I loved that we hear from Horvan, Rael and Dellan, as well as Vic, Crank and Saul AND we get a bit of the bad guy!
Who is next? Maybe the above mentioned? Maybe an established pairing who pop up here get their third? Someone new entirely?? I really do not care, I want to read it, regardless!
Thank you, Ms Wells, for my copy, I loved it!
5 full and shiny stars
*same worded review will appear elsewhere
This is book 2 in the Lions & Tigers & Bears series, and you really MUST read book one, A Growl, A Roar and A Purr, before this one. It follows on the background story arc that is not fully recapped.
I'm loving these books, I really. They are so different, and so much fun, even with the backdrop of such a deadly tale.
Crank gets under Vic's skin, and he under Vic's. Add Saul to the mix and the three are experiencing a full on mating bond. But it takes TIME to get there, and I loved that it did.
I loved that Saul makes Vic pay for what he did. I loved that Vic and Crank both suffered when Saul did. I loved that . . . . oh I could go on and on, loving every single thing about this but that would give spoilers and I work really hard NOT to.
I said in my review for book 1, that I saw a pairing there, but I can't remember who that was! Here though, I see another pairing, and I'm not saying who, but I've made myself a note. And I say pairing, but obviously, given what they have discovered here, that might be different!
Hashtag and Roadkill star again here. I love the banter these guys have, they really do go at each other at the oddest moments! I love the group of men that Horvan has on his team. I loved that we hear from Horvan, Rael and Dellan, as well as Vic, Crank and Saul AND we get a bit of the bad guy!
Who is next? Maybe the above mentioned? Maybe an established pairing who pop up here get their third? Someone new entirely?? I really do not care, I want to read it, regardless!
Thank you, Ms Wells, for my copy, I loved it!
5 full and shiny stars
*same worded review will appear elsewhere
June 26, 2022
This action-packed shifter romance took me on a whirlwind adventure, and I loved every second of it! I did make the mistake of skipping book 1 to dive straight into this one, and while I was able to muddle my way through, I highly recommend reading this series in order. Crank and his team were up against some truly nefarious individuals, and that storyline seems like it's going to stretch across this entire series before reaching any satisfying conclusion. I was captivated by the ongoing missions and investigations, but I'd be lying if I didn't admit to finding just as much satisfaction from the fated mates connection between Vic, Saul, and Crank. The added drama of Vic and Saul's existing relationship clashing with their unexpected dreams about Crank was too enticing for me to resist, and the payoff was highly entertaining. Crank, Saul, and Vic had some seriously hot chemistry, and watching them struggle and fail to resist the pull only made me more invested. I wish it hadn't taken a terrifying kidnapping and rescue mission for them to get their priorities straight, but they more than made up for it with their steamy nights of passion afterwards. I also had fun getting to watch them interact with the rest of the team, and though they had some close calls, I'm impressed by how fierce and loyal every single team member is. It's safe to say I'm bought into this series for good, and I can't wait to see what new and unexpected dangers are in store for them!
**I voluntarily read an ARC of this book. This review expresses my honest thoughts and opinions.
**I voluntarily read an ARC of this book. This review expresses my honest thoughts and opinions.
May 19, 2022
This is a series to be read in order as there is a series plot arc but focuses on a different relationship in each book.
This one sees Crank and Vic, who met in book one, build an unwanted connection, what with Crank being straight and Vic being with Saul. There's no denying their dreams though or the thoughts that plague them. Saul is, of course, jealous to begin with but he also has a dream or two of his own. Things get serious first though as the group that Crank works with continues to search for/look into the group that have held shifters hostage, run experiments and see themselves as the superior race.
As with book one, there's a lot going on but everything has a good pace to it with ebbs and flows between the action and drama, and the a newly developing relationship and the drama that goes on between them. Understandable confusion and anguish is predominant to begin with but then, for a variety of reasons, there's fear, anger, attraction and hope. I enjoyed how the story unfolded for the three MC's and with how they eventually come to be together. The plot of the story gets more intense and interesting as we go on, even with some betrayal mixed in, and there's still a big amount of secrecy over who this unknown group is, what their end goals are and how they plan to accomplish them. I'm very interested on seeing how this unfolds with the coming books and how each new relationship adds to the group and series.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.
This one sees Crank and Vic, who met in book one, build an unwanted connection, what with Crank being straight and Vic being with Saul. There's no denying their dreams though or the thoughts that plague them. Saul is, of course, jealous to begin with but he also has a dream or two of his own. Things get serious first though as the group that Crank works with continues to search for/look into the group that have held shifters hostage, run experiments and see themselves as the superior race.
As with book one, there's a lot going on but everything has a good pace to it with ebbs and flows between the action and drama, and the a newly developing relationship and the drama that goes on between them. Understandable confusion and anguish is predominant to begin with but then, for a variety of reasons, there's fear, anger, attraction and hope. I enjoyed how the story unfolded for the three MC's and with how they eventually come to be together. The plot of the story gets more intense and interesting as we go on, even with some betrayal mixed in, and there's still a big amount of secrecy over who this unknown group is, what their end goals are and how they plan to accomplish them. I'm very interested on seeing how this unfolds with the coming books and how each new relationship adds to the group and series.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.
June 10, 2022
I love this series. This is not a stand-a-lone read as you miss out the over-all arc. So, we have Saul who is human & Vic who is a shark shifter in a committed relationship. They are totally in love. Imagine Vic's surprise when he starts having explicit dreams about someone who is not Saul. When Vic meets the person he has been dreaming about, it turns out that Crank, who is also human, identifies as straight & boy is he adamant about it, but he is his mate. On top of this, and the fighting attraction between the two, Dellan finds out that his father is still alive. They all find out that the evil, is really evil. They have been breeding children to bolster their army. And the kids are expendable. It's horrible what is going on. So much went on in this book, that I can't really comment on it as I don't want to give away any spoilers. Needless to say, Vic doesn't come clean with Saul & hurts him so very deeply, Saul goes undercover and gets caught & what happens to him nearly made my heart stop, there is a traitor that comes to light, Dellan finding out an impossibility, more about what is going on with the children and the mystery person that is behind it all is still a mystery. I so can't wait for the next book in the series as I need more and the people behind all of this, need to be delt with in the most painful way imaginable.
I rec'd a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews & this is my honest opinion.
I rec'd a copy of this book from Gay Romance Reviews & this is my honest opinion.
June 9, 2022
It isn’t often that I come across a book about shifters that takes something that has been written about before and manages to make something different. This series does that. All of our guys are fighting to stop people who are bent on making shifters genetically superior to everything and don’t care how they manage to do it. It certainly isn’t ethical or legal. These characters are easy to care about. Crank is a human who has been drawn into this since his leader is no longer hiding that he is a shifter. He certainly doesn’t believe or want a mate. It isn’t possible for humans anyway. So why can’t he get Vic, the Greenland shark shifter, out of his head? And why does Vic feel drawn to him, especially when he is already deeply in love with Saul, his human partner? And Saul isn’t one to be left out. One thing that I really liked was that these characters didn’t lie to each other, at least not about what was ultimately going on. Vic didn’t deny what was going on to Saul. And no, there isn’t any cheating that happens. Anyway, this is a good book and I can’t wait to see where it goes. I love how these three guys finally opened their minds and realized what was really going on. I also liked the fact that the guys from the first book are still featured heavily in this one. They are all in the same team and have one heck of a fight on their hands before they can put a stop to what is going on.
June 24, 2022
Crank is part of military team. He needs to keep his wits about him but is not sure how he can with the sensual dreams he has been having. The dreams feature a male shark shifter but Crank is not gay. Vic, a Greenland shark shifter, has been having the same dreams since he met Crank when he was called in to consult. Vic is not sure what is going on but he is a committed relationship with Saul whom is loves dearly. When Saul finds out Vic’s dreams involve a man that not him, he is upset. He does not share. Then Crank invades his dreams and all three men need to reassess their relationship. Unfortunately, the time is not now as they are in the middle of a sensitive and dangerous mission.
Crank is such a sarcastic man and Vic is more than puzzled by the dreams he has featuring Crank. Then they share a kiss and all bets are off. Their love life has to take a back seat to the mission which is becoming increasingly dangerous as they realize there is so much more going on than they first thought. The mission they are working on is incredibly well done and keeps you guessing. Their job is not done as yet. There is much more work to be done, but these men are well equipped to keep going. They will need to be on their best if they are to succeed. This story is perfect for those of us who love MM stories with paranormal and suspense thrown in.
Crank is such a sarcastic man and Vic is more than puzzled by the dreams he has featuring Crank. Then they share a kiss and all bets are off. Their love life has to take a back seat to the mission which is becoming increasingly dangerous as they realize there is so much more going on than they first thought. The mission they are working on is incredibly well done and keeps you guessing. Their job is not done as yet. There is much more work to be done, but these men are well equipped to keep going. They will need to be on their best if they are to succeed. This story is perfect for those of us who love MM stories with paranormal and suspense thrown in.
May 17, 2022
This was an exciting follow up to the first book in the series (important note - you definitely need to read them in order, despite it being different main characters this time). It’s good to also see more of Horvan, Dellan, Rael and the other guys.
In this book we have shark shifter Vic who has been in an established relationship with Saul for several years, and we see the growing feelings Vic and Crank have for each other which they are trying to fight. Some may not like this book because of the hint of “cheating” but I would encourage those people to give it a go. Before the big reveal of what all three are to each other, there is only one kiss - and that’s because Crank doesn’t know about Saul.
The story picks up from the end of book 1 and there is still all the suspense and mystery around the plot (with a little bit of betrayal and tragedy thrown in too) - although we know a bit more of the bigger picture of what’s happening by the end. This one is a bit more heavy on the action than the romance, but it follows on well from the first book and has definitely built things up for what I assume will be book 3 and the big finale. I’m looking forward to the conclusion and getting answers regarding Dellan’s Dad and am already guessing who the main characters in the next one will be.
In this book we have shark shifter Vic who has been in an established relationship with Saul for several years, and we see the growing feelings Vic and Crank have for each other which they are trying to fight. Some may not like this book because of the hint of “cheating” but I would encourage those people to give it a go. Before the big reveal of what all three are to each other, there is only one kiss - and that’s because Crank doesn’t know about Saul.
The story picks up from the end of book 1 and there is still all the suspense and mystery around the plot (with a little bit of betrayal and tragedy thrown in too) - although we know a bit more of the bigger picture of what’s happening by the end. This one is a bit more heavy on the action than the romance, but it follows on well from the first book and has definitely built things up for what I assume will be book 3 and the big finale. I’m looking forward to the conclusion and getting answers regarding Dellan’s Dad and am already guessing who the main characters in the next one will be.
June 22, 2022
Keeps you on the edge of your seat! Crank, is part of Horvan's team of rescuers and protectors. He enjoys his missions and chasing women, to destress. He starts having erotic dreams that interrupt his sleep about a shark shifter. He is confused because he is straight. Then he meets Vic. Vic, is a shark shifter who maintains shifter oral history and provides intel for protectors. . Saul, is the love of Vic's life, human and a Spec Force Vet, good at reconnaisance. Vic and Saul are a happy couple, until Vic starts dreaming of Crank who he met during a consulting trip. Saul, notices something is wrong, he just doesn't know what. Horvan, notices Crank's preoccupation, but remains silent. The camaraderie among the men, the found family is soothing and fun. The mission they undertake is exciting, dangerous, heartbeaking, essential and raises more questions that provides answers. Will they succeed? Will Saul find out about the 'dreams'? Will Saul get to meet Crank? Do they win their battle? Fantastic story! The characters are deep and delightful and fun! I hope to get to read more and find out if they win the war. I hope this series goes on Kindle Unlimited. I received an ARC and am happily voluntarily leaving a review.
May 19, 2022
3.5 stars
A Snarl, a Splash, and a Shock was a fun and fast-paced follow-up to A Growl, a Roar, and a Purr.
I am usually not so much a fan of adding a third to pre-existing relationships, but KC Wells won me over with her brand of complex characters, good story, and great dynamic. She showed Crank, Saul, and Vic honestly and candidly from beginning to end, and it worked for me.
I really liked the fated mates aspect, liked the concept that two need the third to be complete; it is ultimately what pulled me in and had me rooting for these guys. Though I enjoyed the MCs, it was the team as a whole I fell in love with. The interpersonal relationships/friendships were great, and I love that Horvan, Dellan, and Rael are back and very much a part of it all with their own story arc.
With an intriguing and complex plot that had lots of twists, turns, unexpected moments and reveals, there was never a dull moment. And though Crank, Saul, and Vic's story was wrapped up, when one door closes, another opens. There is still so much unknown regarding these fated mates and some loose ends that need tying up, and I am here for it.
***ARC provided***
A Snarl, a Splash, and a Shock was a fun and fast-paced follow-up to A Growl, a Roar, and a Purr.
I am usually not so much a fan of adding a third to pre-existing relationships, but KC Wells won me over with her brand of complex characters, good story, and great dynamic. She showed Crank, Saul, and Vic honestly and candidly from beginning to end, and it worked for me.
I really liked the fated mates aspect, liked the concept that two need the third to be complete; it is ultimately what pulled me in and had me rooting for these guys. Though I enjoyed the MCs, it was the team as a whole I fell in love with. The interpersonal relationships/friendships were great, and I love that Horvan, Dellan, and Rael are back and very much a part of it all with their own story arc.
With an intriguing and complex plot that had lots of twists, turns, unexpected moments and reveals, there was never a dull moment. And though Crank, Saul, and Vic's story was wrapped up, when one door closes, another opens. There is still so much unknown regarding these fated mates and some loose ends that need tying up, and I am here for it.
***ARC provided***
June 15, 2022
What...how....
Questions!? I have them....
So, we have returning characters from book one... you DEFINATELY.... need to have read the first story...
Crank a straight man, meets Vic a handsome gay shark shifter, he cant stop dreaming about him...
Vic loves his boyfriend, but theres something about Crank he cant forget.. dreaming about him and he knows it will hurt Saul.
Saul feels like hes losing Vic, he man he loves and adores, until hes hurt in a mission and both Crank and Vic can feel him.
^^^^^
Thats the base of this story. I loved how Saul and Vic gave Crank the time to learn to love them. That they all found eachother pretty smoking. Even that Saul and Crank were willing to bottom for one another, when theyve never done it with anyone else.
But my heart breaks for Dellan, to find out that youve descended from some kinds of Royalty. That youve a child you didnt know. That your father has other children. That he also has powers you didnt expect.
I need to know who that master is.....
Cant wait for Bricks story....
My only regret with this story is its finished for now
Questions!? I have them....
So, we have returning characters from book one... you DEFINATELY.... need to have read the first story...
Crank a straight man, meets Vic a handsome gay shark shifter, he cant stop dreaming about him...
Vic loves his boyfriend, but theres something about Crank he cant forget.. dreaming about him and he knows it will hurt Saul.
Saul feels like hes losing Vic, he man he loves and adores, until hes hurt in a mission and both Crank and Vic can feel him.
^^^^^
Thats the base of this story. I loved how Saul and Vic gave Crank the time to learn to love them. That they all found eachother pretty smoking. Even that Saul and Crank were willing to bottom for one another, when theyve never done it with anyone else.
But my heart breaks for Dellan, to find out that youve descended from some kinds of Royalty. That youve a child you didnt know. That your father has other children. That he also has powers you didnt expect.
I need to know who that master is.....
Cant wait for Bricks story....
My only regret with this story is its finished for now
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 20, 2022
Action, mystery, adventure and great characters create a wonderful story. I am so enjoying this story-line and loving how all the characters continue to grow and remain an interictal part of this group. This book picks up where the first book left off plot wise and we continue to have very bad guys that our team is trying to root out and save so many victims.
The story is complex, the characters are well drawn and easy to connect to. I really enjoyed the connection that Crank, Vic and Saul have and their romance is great. I was glued to my kindle all afternoon as I read this from cover to cover. Highly recommend it!!
This is book two of the Lions & Tigers & Bears series and should be read in sequence. We meet these characters in book one and the plot line of the story continues from the first book.
I was gifted this book from the author and I freely give my honest opinion and review.
The story is complex, the characters are well drawn and easy to connect to. I really enjoyed the connection that Crank, Vic and Saul have and their romance is great. I was glued to my kindle all afternoon as I read this from cover to cover. Highly recommend it!!
This is book two of the Lions & Tigers & Bears series and should be read in sequence. We meet these characters in book one and the plot line of the story continues from the first book.
I was gifted this book from the author and I freely give my honest opinion and review.
June 13, 2022
Glad to have gotten updates on the lives of the Lions & Tigers & Bears characters Horvan, Dellan, and Rael. Now we get more in this 2nd book. This story revolves around Crank, Vic, and Saul. Thier's is a wonderfully experienced connection that has its ups and down, and anxiety aplenty. This theme is carried on from Book #1 in that evil shifters are carrying out horrendous and atrocious acts against their own kind to further their vehement ambitions against humankind and even their own race. Feelings of rejection, physical and emotional pain from separation are called into play for each M/M/M paring. All these emotions are found on page after page forcing the reader to end one page and immediately flip to the next. As with the first book this one has a great story theme with strong characters throughout. There are more books to the series coming. This is my willing and honest ARC review.
June 22, 2022
Picking up more or less from where the first one left off, this book was a good continuation of the overall arc involving Dellan, his father, and the unknown shifter drugs. While Horvan, Rael, and Dellan (fully mated now) feature prominently, the main story was between Crank, Vic, and Saul. I don’t think I have ever come across a fated mate triad before involving one shifter and two humans which made this immediately unusual. Considering Vic and Saul already had some kind of bond long before they encountered Crank, the whole thing had the potential to blow up in a not so good way. I was impressed with how well the situation was written, adding enough drama and angst without making things seem either too difficult or too easy. As far as the big story problem goes though, I think the plot might be getting over complicated. Even so, I’ll be checking back to find out where the breadcrumbs lead the guys and Brick and his presumed mates.
June 20, 2022
Definitely should read the first book in the series before this one but once you fall into K.C.'s shifter world YOU WILL BE HOOKED!!! Shifter stories are not usually my thing but I have loved every book I have read by this author so I decided to give this series a try and I was not disappointed. Contains a well developed long range plot which she slowly rolls out as you meet all her shifters and humans - gives you a good story to follow while also reading about 3 guys falling in love. This time it's humans Crank and Saul matching with shifter Vic - the twist this time is Vic and Saul were already in love and Crank thinks he's straight. When Crank and Vic start to feel something for each other the drama of their fait begins. S3xy times are a little more limited due to the complex story line but when they do occur, wow. I'm eagerly awaiting the next in the series.
June 21, 2022
Absolutely addictive
I was literally on the edge of my seat through this! More details are revealed in the war against the Gerans - shifters who are trying to create an ultimate army to wipe out humankind. I'm this book, Crank discovers that he has two mates - the Greenland shark Vic and the ex-military human Saul. As the team works to uncover where the enemy's bases are, loyalties are tested and the bonds of mates stretched. I really love how the author manages to weave a thread of love and hope with the drama and mystery of the Gerans. New characters are introduced and our little band of fighters starts to grow. I'm completely addicted to this series and am eagerly waiting for the next book. I think we are going to see more of Brick and his two young mates. Outstanding reading and a definite recommend!
I was literally on the edge of my seat through this! More details are revealed in the war against the Gerans - shifters who are trying to create an ultimate army to wipe out humankind. I'm this book, Crank discovers that he has two mates - the Greenland shark Vic and the ex-military human Saul. As the team works to uncover where the enemy's bases are, loyalties are tested and the bonds of mates stretched. I really love how the author manages to weave a thread of love and hope with the drama and mystery of the Gerans. New characters are introduced and our little band of fighters starts to grow. I'm completely addicted to this series and am eagerly waiting for the next book. I think we are going to see more of Brick and his two young mates. Outstanding reading and a definite recommend!
May 16, 2022
This is a wonderful follow up to the first book in the series and can't be read as a standalone. The world building is complex, imaginative and very well though of. The plot thickens, but you won't find any loose ends there. We get to reconnect with Horvan, Dellan and Rael and all the guys from the team. New fated mates Vic, Crank and Saul find eachother and their journey is sometimes painful laced with self doubt, self discovery and a lot of heat and love. This series is a fast paced, brilliantly written mix of mystery, action, love, heat and humor and I'll be waiting very impatiently for the next book, because as it turned out the enemy is far more dangerous than anyone imagined. This is certainly one of the best MMM shifter series I've ever read and I want more.
June 19, 2022
So I realized pretty quickly that I should have read the first book in this series first, that being said I also could not put this book down once I had started it.
While I do think that the overarching plot lines would have made more sense if I had started with the first book, KC did such an amazing job of writing this story that I was still able to fully enjoy and understand this.
This series is so different to any that I’ve read before, and I’m hooked! Vic, Saul and Crank are the definition of relationship goals, and the journey they go on was so much fun to read. This book has the chemistry, action, mystery and a perfect love story! Immediately upon finishing this I went back to read the first book, and I can’t wait for the series to continue! 4/5 🌟
While I do think that the overarching plot lines would have made more sense if I had started with the first book, KC did such an amazing job of writing this story that I was still able to fully enjoy and understand this.
This series is so different to any that I’ve read before, and I’m hooked! Vic, Saul and Crank are the definition of relationship goals, and the journey they go on was so much fun to read. This book has the chemistry, action, mystery and a perfect love story! Immediately upon finishing this I went back to read the first book, and I can’t wait for the series to continue! 4/5 🌟
May 1, 2025
Freaking awesome
This for both book 1 & 2 as Amazon wouldn't let leave a review on book 1 - these books are seriously awesome a lot of action & adventure & fighting and I really love when the mates are found and how they wrangle all the ups & downs of each relationship - all the guys are so cool I love the joking sarcasm & laughter & the loving of everyone!!!! The books are very fast paced I couldn't put the book - when I finished book 1 at about 3 am I had to physically close my e reader & get a "nap" in or I would have started book 2 and then I would have stayed awake for 48 hours!!!!
Thank you so much & I'm really I didn't read these books until I had all 3 I would have hated waiting until the next o e came out
lLori
This for both book 1 & 2 as Amazon wouldn't let leave a review on book 1 - these books are seriously awesome a lot of action & adventure & fighting and I really love when the mates are found and how they wrangle all the ups & downs of each relationship - all the guys are so cool I love the joking sarcasm & laughter & the loving of everyone!!!! The books are very fast paced I couldn't put the book - when I finished book 1 at about 3 am I had to physically close my e reader & get a "nap" in or I would have started book 2 and then I would have stayed awake for 48 hours!!!!
Thank you so much & I'm really I didn't read these books until I had all 3 I would have hated waiting until the next o e came out
lLori
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