Dragon heiress and her bad boy wolf shifter get a second chance at forbidden love. Is it too late?All dragon shifter Cynthia “Brown” wants is a safe place to raise her child and heal from bitter betrayal. When Cal — her first love, her only love, and her destined mate — unexpectedly appears on Maui, he stirs up all kinds of other desires too. But trouble — as usual — is hot on his heels.Cal … on his heels.
Cal Zydler has spent a decade secretively protecting the only woman he’s ever loved. Cynthia may be hopelessly out of his league, but he’ll never, ever give up on her, no matter how forbidden their love is. In his dreams, he rides off into the sunset with his destined mate on the back of his vintage motorcycle. In real life… Well, not every wolf shifter gets a happy ending, especially not a guy from the wrong side of the tracks. And not when danger lurks everywhere — even on a sunny island paradise.
Evil shifter forces are gathering to attack the Hawaiian hideaway where Cynthia and her young son have taken refuge. It’s her darkest hour, and Cal is ready to make the ultimate sacrifice. The future of all shifters stands on the brink, and even the Special Forces heroes of Koakea — dragons, lions, wolves, and bear shifters — will need help to beat the odds. Does Cal pose the ultimate danger, or is he Cynthia’s only hope?
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ALOHA SHIFTERS: PEARLS OF DESIRE is a series of sizzling paranormal romances with adult content. No cliff hangers. Each story is a page-turner packed with action, emotion, and romance! If you like Magnum, PI and smoldering hot, alpha shapeshifters you’ll love these books. Join these strong heroines and their alpha heroes in exotic, tropical locales full of danger & suspense!
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Destiney doesn’t always get it right the first time around.
Rebel Alpha concludes the Aloha Shifters: Pearls of Desire series beautifully giving us a sweet second chance romance and wrapping up the overall arc that has gone on.
I would recommend reading this series in order to get the best enjoyment and understanding of the characters and world. If you want a much fuller picture I’d suggest you start with the Aloha Shifters: Jewels of the Heart and then read Aloha Shifters: Pearls of Desire. One major arc starts with one series and continues on into this one, but you can read the series separately as well.
As always Ms. Lowe took me on an emotional journey. She has a way with her writing that pulls at my heartstrings and I always end up teary eyed or in some emotional conundrum. She brings out the characters pain, joy, love, etc.. It’s a roller coaster ride that always captures me.
Cynthia has been with us since book one. She’s the stuck up follow the rules person who doesn’t know how to have fun. Her past and her love for her only son is what keeps her caged
Cal is the lone wolf the rogue the one no one wants their daughters to get involved with. He’s secretly been protecting Cynthia and her son for years.
Cal and Cynthia’s second chance at love was so heartbreaking, but also so loving. We learning why these two broke up even though they are true mates. We learn what each has been doing throughout the years and we see them both finally learn to forgive and love again. It was a journey of self discover for Cynthia and a journey of coming home for Cal.
Rebel Alpha is a lovely conclusion to the series giving us a charming second chance romance with a little action, suspense, and lots of love.
Rated: 4 Stars
*Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy provided by Anna Lowe with the sole purpose of an honest review. All thoughts, comments and ratings are my own.
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Book 5 and last book in Pearls of Desire series by Anna Lowe
I’m absolutely gutted I’ve finished this series even though I loved previous series this is my favourite especially with Joey and Cynthia.
Cynthia is a posh Dragon with dark secrets everyone knows her by second name Brown but everyone also knows that isn’t her name and she comes from an old wealthy dragon line. Joey is her adorable son that Cynthia is desperately trying to raise in a happy childhood but also to keep him safe.
I love the prequel book 4.5 rebel heart to this book it give this one so much background and a look into a layback Cynthia.
Love how the bad guy gets it in this book. I won’t give too much away but it’s spectacular. Fantastic narration as always by Kelsey Osborne. I hope we get to meet Joey again in another book love his character.
great conclusion to this series of books
I was so looking forward to Cynthia’s story in this pearls of desire series and I was not disappointed, it brought everything the build up promised and more, the showdown between Cynthia and Moira both verbally and physically was intoxicating.
This story is filled with danger, excitement and a passion that spans years and heartbreak. A great story expertly read by the narrator. I’m gonna miss the shifters of koakea.
Fantastic Conclusion
Overall: 5 Stars
Performance: 5 Stars
Story: 5 Stars
I really enjoyed this story. Hearing how Cynthia reunited with her destined mate, Cal was a perfect ending to this series. I love how great he was with Joey. It’s obviously he loved the boy as much as Cynthia. The rest of the crew’s reaction to Cal was pretty awesome as well. I love how it divided along gender lines.
I’m really enjoying Kelsey Osborne’s narration. She’s improved her skills with each book.
I’m looking forward to the new series!
Disclosure: I received a free copy of the audiobook. I also purchased the Kindle version.
(originally posted on Audible.com)
A perfect ending to this series! I was so happy to see that Cynthia would finally be getting her HEA, and her mate was just perfect for her. The love and protection Cal has for her is fierce and unyielding and as certain secrets are found out, it is unreal just how much. I think these two may be my favorite couple out of all of them (even though I think that after each book since Anna just gets better every time) and am super excited to check out her next series.
Cynthia had me intrigued since the beginning of this series. I always wondered what happened to her love which we started to learn about in Rebel Heart. I couldn’t wait to read more! This did not disappoint.
It was so heartwarming to see how the whole pack supported Cynthia in her time of need and her son was amazing! Cal is there to support her and win her and the pack over. The battle is epic! The only thing sad about this story is that its the end of another fabulous series by Anna Lowe! If you’ve been reading this series, you won’t want to miss this one and if you haven’t read this series, you should definitely get it. While they all don’t need to be read to enjoy this book, it’s definitely better if you did!
Cynthia and Cal have a history that neither of them can forget, and so many reason they should, but can’t. Cynthia is hiding to protect her son, but she just knows something is coming. Cal has always been there protecting Cynthia, even though she has no clue. He’s never really left her. It’s torn him apart to be there but never have her, he couldn’t have her. Now with the threat becoming all to real, Call and Cynthia will have to work together. It’s emotinal, and passionate and melt my kindle hot. I loved every bit of this story and i am sad to see this series end!
I’ve been waiting with baited breath for the series finale and Cynthia’s story and I haven’t been disappointed.
Wow, there is everything you can think of and more in this book. Cynthia knows something is changing and the arrival of her true mate Cal proves that. He is there to protect her and her son Joey, he is honouring a promise he made to Joey’s father years earlier. Not that he really needed an excuse to protect him and his mother. Trouble is brewing and it is going to take everyone to fight for their freedom. There is action, Dell’s humour and finally Cynthia gets her HEA.
I loved everything about the ending to Pearls of Desire and I will miss the Aloha Shifters.
Excellent series Anna, thank you.
A very nice conclusion for this series. I’m glad we finally got Cynthia’s story and see her finally fond love again
REBEL ALPHA is the grand finale of the Aloha Shifters: Pearls of Desire series written by the talented Anna Lowe. This is Cynthia Brown, a dragon shifter & Cal Zydler, a bad boy wolf shifter second chance romance story taking place in the beautiful tropical island of Maui. No cliff hangers. Will Cynthia and Cal get their HEA? I’m not giving anything away, go buy the book. The plot is full of drama, action, suspense, danger, lots of emotions, passion, love, family, humor,awesome characters and a second chance at romance with an amazing happy ending. I recommend you read the whole series in order to get the most of each couple and their situations.
“I am voluntarily reviewing this book gifted to me by the author with no obligation.”
Cynthia is a dragon shifter. All she wants is a safe place for her son (Joey) and her to live and heal after her husband was murdered . She was found a home at Maui on koakea plantation.
Her husband was not her mate but and forced/arranged marriage. He did turn out to be a good man. Problem was she knew who her mate was Cal a wolf shifter. Someone her parents would not let her be with.
Cal is a wolf shifter and lone wolf. He is Cynthia’s true mate but being a wolf he was not permitted to stay with her. But that has not stopped him for protecting her from afar. Danger is comming for her and he will give up his life to save her.
I loved this story. The characters are fantastic. The twist and turns keep you glued to the story. Don’t miss this one shifter fans it’s awesome.
Voluntarily reviewed a copy and I honestly loved it.
It is so great to have Cynthia and Cal together. She has always been the odd one out and I love this pair! This is a very heartwarming story with lots of action. Very sexy and entertaining as well. These characters have truly touched my heart and I will miss them. This has been such a great series and I hope we get another look at them. I received this as an ARC and voluntarily reviewed it.
Wow what a closing episode for The Pearls of Desire. I love second chance romances, witnessing the reunions despite guilt and feeling all is lost. despite all of those feelings at heart they still loved each other which opens the door to reconciliation.
Unknown to Cynthia her deceased mate Barnaby had contact with Cal and made him promise to protect Cynthia and Joey. Her parents forced her into this mating for the bloodline. Moira, Cynthia’s cousin was jealous and evil at heart. Lies Moira told made her think that Cal had moved ob while she still pined for him.
Can Cal and Cynthia find a way to get past all of these things, can they stop Moira’s evil plans for Cynthia and Joey. I’m not giving anything else away. Just know that I thought this to be explosive and filled with action and romance. If you have never read this author I encourage you to do so because she sucks you into the story and you feel the same way as the characters.
I voluntarily read an advance copy and have not been compensated in any way for this opinion.
Awesome addition to the series. He has stayed away to protect her and her son. Trouble seems to follow him. She is hurt and doesn’t understand. There is more trouble coming for all the shifters in the hideaway. This is exciting, suspenseful, intriguing, emotional, has twists and turns and lots more. Keeps you glued to the book. I received a review copy and voluntarily review it.
Mrs. Lowe has done it again, I absolutely love this book and series. I have been waiting a long time to finally get to read Cynthia’s story and Anna did not disappoint. Cynthia’s and Cal’s Story has everything you can want in a romance. Plus a little danger and evil to make thing interesting.
This is another excellent steamy shifter romance by an excellent shifter romance author! Cynthia is the mysterious she-dragon with her adored son. She thought she lost her mate to family protocol but even their hand picked husband loved her enough to hire Cal to protect her from the evil that ultimately killed him. Cal was overwhelmed when he got to repair their relationship. I received a gifted copy. I am voluntarily leaving an honest review. I honestly love this story and this series! Outstanding finish to Rebel Alpha as Cynthia battles for her loved ones and Cal battles for Cynthia!
Dragon princess meets bad boy wolf. Cynthia just wants to raise her son in peace and keep him safe. Cal has been protecting her from afar for many years, but the danger is getting closer.
I really loved this book and how it totally wrapped up the series. All my questions were answered and I just adored their story!
I really enjoy the premise for this series, it’s very entertaining! The whole series has been wonderful! I believe this is the last book in the series, so I’d recommend reading from the beginning. There are previous characters, so I think it’s best, but each book is about a different couple. In Rebel Alpha, we get to see prideful dragon shifter, Cynthia, find love with sweet and wonderful wolf shifter, Del. These 2 have a shaky past, so they have a bit of work in front of them. Plus, there is the added issue of dangerous people out to get the shifters of Koakea. Cynthia had a long way to go with me because I hate the fact that she chose duty over love. She really hurt Del, who is beyond loyal and amazing. She’s also a bit cold towards him in the beginning and she mentioned that she didn’t want the other shifters to know about Del and Her, so I really disappointed in her. I can tell she really loves Del though, and she just made a huge mistake. They do have a really sweet romance, and they are passionate. As I said, Del is really wonderful. The action scenes were great, and the writing flows wonderfully. It’s also great to see how past characters are doing! Loved this series! Great finale!