Title: Chosen Mate
Series: Crescent Moon Book #9
Stand alone: yes, but recommended in order
Author: Katie Reus
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Blurb: Her past has taught her to be wary…
With an abusive relationship behind her, wolf shifter Leslie is quietly raising her young son in the Kendrick pack. If she’s occasionally lonely, it’s a small price to pay for her son’s safety. And if she’s secretly longing for pack alpha Malcolm Kendrick, well…she’s keeping that fantasy to herself. Experience has made her a realist, and they’re far too different to work.
This alpha is about to stake his claim…
She has no idea Malcolm wants her just as fiercely. That he’s been subtly courting her for a year. But subtlety has gotten him nowhere—even if he thought it was the best choice after what she’d been through. He wanted to make sure Leslie didn’t feel obligated to him, that she was truly ready to move on. Now that he knows she is, he’s determined to make sure it’s with him. And when a threat from her past surfaces, he’ll eliminate anyone who would dare to hurt his mate.
Favorite Quote(s)/Excerpt(s): “You don’t have to say anything. But now you know where I stand.” Surprising the hell out of her, he got to his knees and looked up at her. “I know I’m the Alpha, but you are completely in charge right now.”
Thoughts: Katie Reus is one of my absolute favorite authors…and yes, I know I say that every time! LOL The Crescent Moon series is my absolute favorite series of hers though. While they might be novella in length, they pack a quite a punch. Part of what I love most is the sheer intensity and chemistry between the characters. Sparks literally fly there is so much desire and heat.
Chosen Mate was so, so good…for one, Malcolm is an Alpha and used to getting what he wants. He puts on the brakes, however, and holds out waiting for his mate and allowing her time to heal after she has been in an abusive relationship. And Leslie? Many would assume she’s weak, but she much stronger than people think. Yet again, Reus gives us a perfect match….and I love it!
Honestly, I recommend not just this book, but the whole series!
Rating: A+
