True mates are found in the most unlikely of places.Kash is RoyaltyKash doesn’t want to believe Dezi is his fated mate. But that’s okay. Dezi is patient and if the fates are going to grant him a beautiful man he’s more than willing to work for it.Dezi is majesticKash had no plans on being mated, especially not to a lion shifter who feels too good to be true. He needs to be wary of Dezi’s charming … needs to be wary of Dezi’s charming smile and his warm hugs, but it’s hard to stay on guard when just being around Dezi calms him.
Tender moments, surprises, and reunions. The good and bad, they are in this together.
(His Royal Mate MM Mpreg shifter romance food, love, and happiness. Novel of pure adorable love.)
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Better story this time!
This second book in the Unexpected Mates series proved to be a far better read than Book 1. Probably because we had better relationship development, not only with Rhy and Dillan, but now Dezi and Kash. Unlike other recent series in which each book was totally dedicated to a couple, the novel could stand alone without much explanation. Not this series. Consider it a continuation of the story at large. Not a problem. I like these continued series that required a proper order for continuity because you don’t lose out on the characters you just met. Yay!
There is a problem I’m seeing. I’m not seeing the characters very well. It’s like the majority of the description was done in Book One with this book with minimal picturing. I hate this. Exposition is exposition, including a reminder of what someone looks like, not a just a hint here and there what someone’s hair looks like. Uh… scratch that. Try eyes. Big on eyes, this book is.
Another issue I’m having is that I’m already jumping over the sex scenes. Mostly gratuitous now. I can only read so much blow-by-blow sex scenes. So I’m disappointed. Lack of creativity because even though they are different, that’s the problem. Predictably predictable. No repeat of the same kind of sex. And just because you write about sex doesn’t mean you’re writing about intimacy.
But I will continue to read this story on KU because the universe is a little original, and I am very curious to see how Book Three ends up. If it doesn’t improve or pique my curiosity, I’ll go read something else.
Ratings (out of possible 5)
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Triggers: Rotten in-laws. Unrequited love. Just the usual yucky stuff.
POV: Multiple (2)
Ending: HEA
Length: Approximately 354 pages
Recommend: YES
Thank you, Liz K, a reviewer on Amazon!
This series just keeps getting better! I loved Dezi and Kash from the last book. Their journey together is exciting and fun. I don’t want to give too much away. I also loved that the author continued the other characters from the previous book. You will need to read them in order. I highly recommend reading!
I loved this so much! I completely adore Kash and Dezi. Watching them navigate their relationship just made me smile. And that little surprise when Kash had a panic attack. I loved that! I cant wait for Morgan and Kenny’s story!
After the way the first book of the series ended, I was excited to see how Kash and Dezi would sort out their bond. Following their initial fight for dominance, settling in their lives as mates was difficult, defining their roles even more so. Never boring for me, though, because there’s been so much drama, surprises, fights, suspense to keep keep me glued to the pages of the book.
Although mainly centered on Kash and Dazi, I liked how many different types of shifters were brought together in the story. Some of them charmed me more than others, and I look forward to more insight into their story next in the series.
Recommended
Loved it
I liked the first story in this series, but part 2 was way better! I loved the characters and the story. The development of the relationship between them was really well done and the secondary characters are a great strength in this book!
Oh my gosh I am loving this series! Just when you think you have a handle on what’s going on this author throws you for a loop. I love it! The story arc of the whole series is wound expertly together and each character is so distinct and interesting. This one ends in a bit of a cliffhanger, but I already can’t wait for that one and the one after it! Great story, expertly written.
This is an entertaining Mpreg shifter romance that captured my attention within the first few pages. The plot is interesting with some unexpected events & situations. The characters are fairly well-developed & have unique individual personalities with good chemistry between them. There is good support from the secondary characters.
There is: a male mountain lion “cougar” shifter (Kash) has absolutely no intentions of being claimed or mated but a full-maned alpha male lion shifter (Dezi) is determined to get his man, various kinds of shifters, a feline Coalition, family issues, pride politics, intrigue, drama, fated mates, friendship, humor, secrets, intrigue, suspense, drama, twists & turns, adventure, action, danger, challenges, conflict, violence, death, memories, defiance, denial, confrontations, memories, attempted manipulations, surprises, love, steamy scenes, contentment & a satisfying conclusion for this couple with a interesting ending. I enjoyed reading this Mpreg shifter romance & look forward to future books from this author.
Most books with shifters are about wolves and packs and I do love them but it was so so very interesting to read a bout a pride. All the members had unique personalities and intriguing story-lines and I can’t wait to see how the story evolves. Dillan is adorable and he steals every scene he’s in but I loved everybody else too. Kash and Dezi the couple this book focuses on was great together. I enjoyed Dezi’s silly jokes and I loved how Kash took care of everyone. I also liked how the author handled the story-line about Kash’s old pride. I enjoyed the book very much and I’m looking forward for the next one! I need to find out what’s wrong with Morgan!
I received an ARC of this book for an honest review
Your fated mate is the pack Alpha. Are you ready for this?
I was so excited for this second book to come out. It picks up where book one ended. I was drawn back into the world of Dezi’s pack from the first pages. All our friends are back. Some still harbor secrets, and try to fight Fate. Others accept their roles with grace. I love this book!
When we last saw Dezi & Kash they were fighting for dominance in the back yard. Kash’s mountain lion puts up a good fight, but he is no match for Dezi’s maned alpha lion. Submitting to his fated mate is the right thing to do. As Kash takes on the role of alpha mate, Dezi steers the pack through their troubles. They all try to help when one half of a fated pair disappears. While Dezi & Kash get their HEA, the story isn’t over. It will continue in the next book. I can’t wait!
If you haven’t read book one, please get it. You will fall in love with the series just like I did.
This book contains adult themes and language, mm sex and is intended for mature readers only.
His Royal Mate by Brea Alepou is the send book in the Unexpected Mates series. This m/m romance has shifters, pack politics, family drama, steam, humor and mpreg. Kash and Dezi are fantastic characters and I adore them together. I am intrigued by the dynamics of the shifter world in this series and cannot wait to read more books and find out more.
The author does an amazing job with this world, the adventures of the pride are endearing, couples full of romance, commitment and tenderness. Steamy hot too.
Wonderful read. Perfect for this troubled times.
If you love good, lots of hot acts and shifting then book 2 of the unexpected mates series will satisfy your cravings for now (I’m so set for book 3)
Kash and Dezi were definitely sappy fated mates and the connection between them is just awww melt your heart! The other characters stories intertwine with these guys so you will see a lot of their story too!
Definitely a fun read if you want shifting, sappy, romance with some humour and all round happy endings
I absolutely LOVED this marvelous, sweet, charming, hilarious, sexy, delightful, grab-you-by-the-feels, amazing, poignant, adorable, and totally awesome addition to this fantastic series. I can’t wait to see what happens next.