Bramley, Bam, as he’s known to his friends and family is a Bear shifter. He’s also a healer. He senses things about others and the world around him, but he can’t get a sense of what’s right for himself. He’s always known he wasn’t enough for a Mate. And he’d accepted it; until her. The female that would have been his Mate, had he been born worthy of one. And didn’t fate just love to jerk him … around? It wasn’t enough that he couldn’t have her. She had to be placed right in front of his eyes where he had to interact with her and watch her find the male she was truly destined for. But it’s okay; he’ll watch over her, protect her, and love her enough to let her go when she finds her male. Only now, after pushing her away repeatedly so she’d find her true One, she’s missing. And he’ll be damned if he will allow her to stay missing; her male should have protected her better. He’s gonna find her, he’s gonna bring her home, and whether he’s worthy or not, he’s making her his! If he survives, that is…
Everly grew up forced to submit, used by the Fox skulk she was born into and especially by its heir apparent. It’s just the way of the world she lived in, but she’s always wanted more, wanted better. A chance encounter when she was young introduced her to a new friend and a whole new world of possibilities. Thanks to her friend and her friend’s brother, she learns to stand on her own, defend herself, and she refuses to settle for less than she knows she deserves. Then she meets him, her Mate. But he won’t have her, no matter how hard she tries. Until one night they finally connect. Just when she thinks it’s all going to be okay, her world comes to a screeching halt when he rejects her a final time, telling her to go to a male that means nothing to her. She runs away from her home, her friends, everything, as she searches for solace. There’s only one thing that could bring her back, her Mate. And now he needs her; his very survival depends on her. She’s going after him, and after she saves him, she’ll walk away if he still doesn’t want her. Now she only has to hope that she’s strong enough to save him, ‘cause she’s going in alone.
Edmond is Alpha of the local Fox skulk. He believes he’s entitled by birth and is cruel by nature. He was humiliated by Everly years ago and has fixated on her ever since. He’s managed to make her life a living hell. As far as he’s concerned, she’s his property to do with as he desires, and he plans to keep it that way. But there’s a chink in his plan; there’s a big Bear shifter hanging around lately, and Everly thinks the Bear is her Mate. Edmond is livid; the Bear not only interfered with his afternoon plans of a little fun with Everly, but he and his Wolf friend injured both Edmond and Edmond’s little brother. Any fool knows what that means; the Bear has to die, a slow and painful death at that. And Everly? She’s going to suffer for causing Edmond so much trouble. Neither one will ever know what hit them.
This is the fifth book in the Avaleigh’s Boys Series. This series follows a group of shifters who make their home in the backwoods and bayous of South Louisiana. Their clan consists of a mix-matched group of five shifters who depend on one another and are loyal to no end. These are their stories.
Warning: Intended for mature audiences. These stories contain hot bear, dragon, wolf and lion shifters. They like to cuss, fight and love their women. This book contains explicit love scenes, lots of use of the “F” word (among others), some violence, and possibly some abuse both real and inferred that may be disturbing for some readers. If you are offended by these subjects, please do not buy this book.
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I have been waiting for Bam’s story and the author did not disappoint. Bam was so abused and degraded by his parents as a child that he has no self worth as an adult. Bam is a special bear and his gift allows him to see when someone’s mate is near, they glow gold. He has never glowed gold so he figures he’s not worthy of a mate even when his bear tells him otherwise.
This book has such a great group of characters. These characters are all different breeds or species, but they make a family that stick together and look out for each other. I think this whole series was great.
This is Bramley { Bam } and Everly ( Ever )’s story . Wow hold on to your Kindle/book because need too !! This one is the story that will touch your heart so much ! As I have read this series in order I just have to say that Bam dang is he a sweetheart !! Ok now onto the review ! Bam is trying to eat his breakfast without having Mav torment him too much lol when his phone goes off and he get upset and just takes off ! Mav being the fixer that he is decides to follow and brings his mate with him just to make sure Bam is going to be ok . When Bam get to town he goes into Joanne’s store to keep an eye on Everly’s place and when he sees movement he knows what is about to happen and takes off ! Inside Everly is arguing and what Bam hears he just bursts in ! After hearing some things that Ever wishes he hadn’t he tells her to go to Joanne’s and wait . Well let’s just say that you will be reading this one also without wanting to even take a break ! And yes I just have to say I think Delilah ROCKS ! lol This is well written and strongly recommended to all .
Book #5, Avaleigh’s Boys. Bam’s Ever is a delight! You’ll cry and cheer! The suspense is riveting to the very last page!
Bam’s a bear shifter, a very SPECIAL shifter. He’s a healer, prescient, and can see the fated mates of his friends and family. But he’s always known there’s no mate, no “Ever” for him. He’s just not enough. Despite his nurturing nature and the deep, abiding love he has for his mix-matched shifter clan, he’s incomplete. Then Everly, a fox shifter, enters his life. Despite his Bear roaring that Everly’s their mate, Bam knows his Bear is wrong. Neither he nor Everly are “golden,” the one true sign that a shifter’s found their fated mate. Bam pushes Everly away, knowing it’s best for both of them. But Everly’s knows Bam’s her mate. She’s feisty, fiery, and independent. Having left her fox shifter skulk at the behest of her best friend, Valerie, she’s become successful in business, a sculptor of extraordinary talent, She’s also terrified. She’s had to fight the unwanted attention of Edmond, the entitled and vicious Alpha of the fox skulk, time and again. What’s she to do? Edmond and his lackeys won’t give up. They’re bigger, stronger, and outnumber her. Despite her self-defense training and friends’ support, she’s just one small female. After a particularly vicious episode, Bam finds himself front and center, not only in Everly’s fight but in her entire life. Unfortunately, he puts not just Everly, but himself, straight into Edmond’s line of fire. And he still denies she’s his mate. When events conspire to separate Bam and Everly, by both emotional and physical distance, the worst that can possibly happen does. Bam’s fighting for his life. His denial could destroy him, body and soul. Can Everly make a difference? Will Bam ever be able to accept the truth? Is there any possibility for these two to accept reality? Both Bam and Everly’s lives are on the line. Bam may lose his only chance at his “Ever.” Is there any way to save these two? Or will the evil incarnate chasing both doom them?
I’ve been waiting for Bam’s story for what seems like forever. Sandra Neeley doesn’t disappoint! In my opinion, this is the best book yet in this series. Bam and Everly are ever at cross purposes. They both feel “less than” but for far different reasons. There are forces that pull them together, yet drive them apart, breaking your heart in the process. Fair warning. Reading this story will require several boxes of tissues! Bam’s so loving, caring, and cherishes everyone in his life. But his insecurities blind him. Everly’s beautiful, a force to be reckoned with, a true friend, talented beyond measure. Yet she can’t see her own worth. These two are irresistible! I was transported into their world the minute I started reading to the exclusion of all else! It’s obvious Ms. Neeley knows every aspect of the people and region in which the story’s set. The rich ambiance of the Louisiana bayou country are evident in every word. The overwhelming acceptance and power of family and love evident in the clan surrounding both Bam and Everly is incredible. Bam and Everly may be the soul of this story, but the clan around them? They’re the heart! This may be a paranormal shapeshifter novel, but the characters, their lives, and emotions are totally authentic. I’ve loved every one of Ms. Neeley’s books, but none more so than Bam’s Ever. I was transported to a world I never wanted to leave! Sandra Neeley is a storyteller extraordinaire. Bam’s Ever deserves so much more than five stars! Thank you, Ms. Neeley, for again giving us an unparalleled reading experience!
One final note. Please be an informed reader and consumer! This is an adult book. It contains explicit language and several sexual scenes. If you don’t enjoy this genre, think hard before buying any book you know you won’t enjoy. There are book synopses and reviews available on Goodreads and all booksellers’ websites. Use these resources. DON’T LEAVE A NEGATIVE REVIEW WHEN YOU KNOW YOU WON’T ENJOY THE BOOK. It’s not fair to the author. She works extremely hard to provide a quality work product. If you know you’ll object to the book’s subject matter before you buy it, you’re doing yourself and the author an extreme disservice.
Thanks for reading my review and happy reading!