Walfea: A Scifi Alien Romance

Bears of Aria #1

by M.L. Guida

Skye is terrified of the stalker she can’t seem to shake. Fleeing to a secluded cabin refuge, the rockstar knows it’s only a matter of time before he tracks her down. But she never expected her fearful escape to reveal an alien bear-shifter who claims her as his mate… Walfea blames himself for his brother’s brutal murder by a relentless enemy. But after the shifter discovers his heart’s destiny on Earth, he shoves aside the agonizing guilt to shield her from a dangerous rival. With his passion unleashed, he prays that this time he can protect the one he loves. As her deadly pursuer closes in, Skye fears her steamy attraction to her mate from another world may not be enough to keep her alive. Can the star-crossed lovers defeat a jealous attacker before he tears their hearts to shreds? Walfea is the first book in the Bears of Aria sci-fi romance series. If you like dark passions, sizzling chemistry, and page-turning science fiction adventures, then you’ll love ML Guida’s scorching shape-shifter novel.

Genres: Shapeshifters, Science Fiction Romance

194 pages, Paperback

First published October 2, 2018

About the author

Vampires, demons and witches! I love to write about these dark entities and the darker the better. My characters are plunged into worlds where they experience torture and mayhem, but even in a world of darkness, true love survives. I write both, sci-fi, contemporary and historical paranormal stories.

Reviews

[Coco.V]

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[Raven61]

4 1/2 Stars!!

For adults only (18+ years old). Contains subject matter that may be offensive or a trigger for some, including adult language, steamy intimate scenes and violence (kidnapping, stalking, betrayal, assault, murder, etc.)

This is a standalone story that is part of the Zandian universe but is part of a new spinoff series about the Arian bear shifters. I highly recommend that the stories be read in order, as there are a lot of references made to prior scenes for the earlier series. My only complaint about the universe structure are the stories that are currently published as part of a different series (I believe it is called Magic New Mexico and it is not all of them, only one maybe two to date), and they are not enrolled in Kindle Unlimited so it is not possible for some of us to purchase currently.

This is the story of Walfea and Skye. Walfea is part of the security team on the Intrepid that recently landed on a unexplored planet and encountered an alien species supported by their enemies and who thought Arian bear shifters made for a great meal. While there, Walfea and his brother were captured and his brother was killed. Now he is on Earth taking a break while he tries to come to terms with his loss.

Skye is the lead singer of The Vandals, a popular rock band. She is being stalked and threatened by an ex-roadie of the band, who had kidnapped and tortured her previously. The band just finished their latest tour, and Skye is scared since Hector Savage was able to get away with everything he has done to her to date. So when her best friend offers the use of her family's cabin, she accepts. Walfea is staying on the property as the caretaker. When Skye arrives and is scared out of her mind by seeing a large white polar bear calmly sitting a d eating berries while out on a walk, Walfea knows his life will never be the same ...

I don't want to accidentally provide any spoilers so I am going to stop here.

I really enjoyed this story (currently my favorite from the series universe). It has a lot of action (physical, mental, and intimate), betrayal, loss, present ongoing danger, all while wrapped up in a mystery.

While this story doesn't have as many grammatical errors, they are still present, and at least one scene has an incorrect name. I was able to decipher the author's intent (or at least I believe I have), but I highly recommend all the stories be professionally edited for continuity, grammatical and missing words (i.e. it, but, and, as, one, etc.).

[Victoria]

3 Stars

[Annie]

The Bear Shifter from Aria and his Human Rock Star Mate

Walfea is a polar bear shifter from the planet Aria, and looks like a Viking, is in security. After the loss of his brother on a mission, he has taken shore leave on Earth, trying to come to grips with his loss and the betrayal that caused it. While Earth is not part of the United Planet Confederation, it is protected by it. He has take a job as a care taker for a remote cabin in the mountains.
Skye is the lead singer for a popular rock band and has been dealing with a stalker. After he last concert he managed to get past security again and leave a threat. Her best friend sends her to her families secluded cabin.
Skye and Walfea don't get off to a good start. Walfea knows she is his mate, his people have never had human mates and he is not sure how to make her understand. Skye doesn't trust men, not after what her stalker did to her. Walfea is determined to protect her.
The are both suffering from the effects of their past traumas. Skye doesn't want to believe that someone close to her has betrayed her, even after her best friend is taken by her stalker to get to her.
Walfea is critically injured and the dying. Skye has to contact his Captain for help. To late does she realize she has put herself back in the hands of her stalker and that someone she loved as a brother has been working with him to get to her.
Good story. Whats not to like about a aliens solider, who looks like a viking and can turn into a polar bear. Skye often acted "to stupid to live". Her friend Sandra wasn't much better, though she did act like the abused women she had been for most of her life. A little steamy. Overall a good story. Three and a half stars.

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[Caroline Doig]

Another fantastic paranormal shifter romance by M.L. Guida it’s a great story I enjoyed it immensely and I know you will too. Skye is the singer for the band The Vandal’s she is being stalked by a Hector Savage, no matter where she goes he always finds her so she contacts her friend Sandra who tells her that she has a cabin in the mountains and that she will be safe there so Skye packs and leaves straight away. Walfea is an alien bear shifter and the caretaker of Sandra’s cabin in the mountains, he has a haunted past and he’s hiding from his mistakes he just doesn’t believe in himself anymore so living in the mountains alone is the best thing for him. When he meets Skye he knows straight away that she is his mate but she is running away from something as well, now Walfea has has something to fight for and he’s determined to protect Skye no matter what he has to do. I loved this story and who wouldn’t want someone like him in their lives to protect, love and cherish them. A fantastic story and I highly recommend this book it’s definitely well worth the read.

[Tracey]

A really good alien shifter romance. 💞🐻❤️️💞

Skye is the lead singer of a band but she's got a big solo problem. She has a vicious stalker after who has already gotten his hands on her once. Now she has the physical and mental scars from him and she knows she won't survive her next time with him. When her friend, Sandra, offers her family cabin with a caretaker to escape to, she takes the offer. That's where she meets Walfea, an alien bear shifter, who is recovering from the tragic loss of his brother while they were being held hostage. But Walfea knows that Skye is much more than a woman he's supposed to watch over.💗🔥💕

This is a well written and developed book that pulled me in with all of its twists and turns and held it there. I thought I knew who the stalker was a couple of times but I didn't see who it really was until the end. It had me on the edge of my seat!😍

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[Jillian]

Skye is trying to stay away from her stalker, what she really needs is a protector. Skye flees to a small cabin she knows that someone will eventually find her. But she never thought that an alien bear shifter who claims her as a mate. Walfea blames himself for his brothers brutal enemy by his enemy. Once the enemy has realized his hearts destiny is on earth, Walfea has to push aside his guilt aside to protect Skye. With his passion exposed he hopes that this time he will be able to protect the one he loves.

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[Janet Hendricks]

Plenty of Action, Danger and Romance!

Lead singer Skye is being stalked by Hector Savage. Alien bear shifter Walfea has pledged to protect Skye who is his true mate. This story grabs the reader's interest right away. There is a mystery about who and why Skye is being stalked. Who is helping Hector stalk Skye? Does Skye know him or her? This stalking makes for lots of danger, action, and suspense. There's plenty of romance, too. I really enjoyed reading this book. It's an excellent start to a series. Grab a copy and enjoy!

[Kristal Holt]

Awesome!!

As I mentioned in my review of the first book in this series, they are definitely misnumbered. This should actually be the first book in the series with Vaughn following, and then Tash. And although I definitely enjoyed the whole series, there are spoilers in Vaughn's book that could definitely ruin your enjoyment of this book. I still definitely recommend you read the series, and hopefully some of you will actually pay attention to the reviews and read the books in the proper order. Mature eyes only due to hot 🔥 Bear Shifter/Human loving!!!

[Sydney M Neblett]

Sent from the stars

What a great beginning. The author really went the extra mile with these bears. I love that this series overlaps her dragon series. The bears are hot and alpha and the ladies are strong and willing to fight for their men. Well they might fight for them eventually, but they have to learn to trust first and that road may be longer than the men hope for. But like all good love stories they are sure to find their HEAs. I can’t wait to see what happens next!

[Philleys Peters]

This story centers on a sub character from the author's Dragons of Zalara series. Walfea is an Arian bear shifter from the starship Intrepid, who unexpectedly meets his mate, human rockstar Skye Carr who is in hiding from a crazy stalker. A thrilling storyline with a steamy romance. A very entertaining book!

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[Barbara]

The first book in the Bears of Aria series a well written story that kept me turning pages. The storyline is well presented and the story flows smoothly from one page to the other. I want to read the next book in this series. This is Skye and Walfea's story there is suspense, drama, danger, shooting, evil, twists, turn, betrayal, a villain, and romance. I recommend this book.

[BookLover1990]

This is probably the second book I have read by this author and it was incredible. I really love the depth of spirit that Skye has. Her character was so beautiful and I felt she made the book. Add this dynamic storyline and the characters chemistry and you have a winner

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[Mary]

I enjoyed this science fiction, rocker and paranormal shifter romance. This is a fairly quick read that was also very captivating and intriguing. Walfea and Skye, destined mates, are so perfect for each other. This is an action packed and fast paced story with strong characters. I thoroughly look forward to reading not only more from this writer but more in the "Bears of Aria" series.

[Ashleigh]

The chemistry between the main characters is out of this freaking world!

I felt that the author had the ability to convey true depth to the personalities of the characters bringing life and likability to every person.
The writing draws you in and keeps you interested until the end.

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[Dawn Carey]

Unbearable Fear

Wonderful storytelling that will keep you on the edge of your seat!! If you're looking for something that has action,adventure and a protective alpha male then you've found it!!

[Patricia Kearns]

Bears in space

Enjoyable tale, action and adventure.
But the editing let this story down.
She being stalked, it doesn't matter what she does or where she goes he finds her.
He captured her once , and knows she won't live in he catches her again.

[Trisha Turner]

Not bad

It would have gotten a five star, but bad editing really frustrates me. Missed words, words added that make no sense. It was a great story other than that. Looking forward to reading more of her books.

[Sherry Westendorf]

She is on the run from someone after her. He is from another planet and finds out she is his mate. They still have someone after them. Good book. Interesting, fun, exciting and so much more. Good characters and great story. No spoilers. I recommend it.

[BusyM3]

A well written story that will keep you flipping pages to see what happens next. The story flowed well, strong likeable characters, great chemistry. A great read.

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[Dawn]

This was a good read. The storyline was interesting and the characters are fun and exciting. If you love a great romance adventure with great characters and a good storyline then this story is for you.

[Trixie]

First book I’ve read from this author and this book turned out to be a lot of things : shifter, alien, suspense, mystery and romantic story. And of course, it’s s happily ever after.

Loved it.

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[Marianne]

This was so fun to read! It was exciting and suspenseful, romantic and interesting. The bear was super protective and the girl was strong and tough.

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[Tina]

5 stars for Unbearable Fear by ML Guida was really entertaining with a different plotline I hadn't read before.

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[Liz]

Loved it. alien bear-shifter romance adventure. . Walfea and skyes story. She is hiding from a stalker. He is trying overcome his guilt over not saving his brother.

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[gloria marquardt]

Fast paced action and romance.

I didn't get bored. I didn't lose interest. I did enjoy several hours reading this book. Some typos were a distraction but overall 5 stars.

[LuDena]

Bears

I was surprised at how much I enjoyed this book. I look forward to read the other books in the series.

[Terry garcia]

Great book

I love this author and all her book that I have read. I can't wait to read them all. I like that they carry basically the same story line.

[RITA BOTTILLO]

Delightful

Love this series. Each has wonderful heroes and reluctant heroines. The bad guys are very bad. Fast moving and captivating.

[Paula]

Great book!!!!