Imagine crashing into your way-too-handsome firefighter stepbrother. Now imagine being snowed in with him. While you’re in heat. (Spoiler: Someone ends up with a baby)Divorced and a single dad, the thought of attending his cousin’s wedding fills Ben with dread. His own marriage ended in failure; he has no desire for another alpha. Except he had an alpha once—sort of. He’d grown up with Alec, and … up with Alec, and Alec had protected him, Alec had held him when he’d cried.
With Alec, Ben had felt safe and loved. With Alec, Ben had been happy.
Until that messed-up Spin-the-Bottle game, when Alec had been forced to kiss Ben. Everything had changed in that instant: Alec had seen Ben’s desire. And he had left.
By himself, Ben has made terrible choices. He has gotten into trouble, and he’s still in trouble.
When he takes a chance and attends the wedding, he finds himself stuck in a cabin with a stepbrother who now hates him. Worse, his heat is approaching. The last thing Ben wants… is for Alec to discover how much Ben’s still in love with him.
(Spoiler: Alec doesn’t hate Ben at all. Alec has a crush, and he’s been keeping secrets. Secrets that involve Ben.)
Secrets in the Snow is a 92,000-word MPreg romance novel with a gorgeous sweetheart of an alpha, a hilarious 7-year-old, snake jokes, meat jokes, and the most epic faceplant in M/M history.
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This was a good addition to the Meadowfall world. I really liked Ben and Alec, and I loved Izzy. This author does a great job writing children I’d love to spend time with. This story involved stepbrothers who have loved each other since they met. I was honestly a little annoyed with the people who had issues with them being together, since Ben had survived a horrible marriage, and Alec had been alone and lonely for the years they spent apart. They very obviously loved each other and were better off together than apart.
I did have issues with the men having so much sex with Izzy close by, sometimes even in the same room. Maybe it’s the parent in me, but that really bothered me.
There have been a few stepbrothers getting together in Meadowfall, so maybe the thrill of that trope has started to leave me. I love all the couples I’ve met in this town, so now I want them all to stop feeling so guilty and just be happy being with the person they love. I did love the ending, and I really look forward to the next book in this series.
The funnel washing was a real treat for the reader’s imaginations! Awesome times! Temmie irked me with her nosyness. Ben and Alec were old enough to be with whomever they wanted. but mom and gran were constant thorns. How could Ben even consider leaving his alpha for them or anyone’s ignorant views!!??? Thanks to the goddesses for Ollie imparting some truths! How did these two numbskulls not know about all the other stepbrother couples in Meadowfalls??? Read the series boys!!! Lol.
It was disappointing to find out that Ben’s mom knew of the abuse that her loving husband exerted on Alec. And she only made a deal with him instead of ending all the abuses!!!
Grrrr…. Gran was just a throw back to old times, but Ben’s mom was another heartbreaking disappointment. Not sticking up for Ben and Alec to gran. WTH??? I promised myself I wasn’t going to cry, but William’s encounter with Ben and Izzy broke me wide open!!! I apologize, but gran needs a few good hard throat punches. Even when she finally acts human it’s too little too late for me. Gran is dead to me! You can’t act like a soulless viper the whole story and expect redemption from me. NOPE! DEAD!! Of course, the awesome author left a tease for the next book , and I’m already panting after it, and patiently waiting. Not patiently!! The “ours” at the end of the story had me smiling and crying. Thanks. A must read and temporarily the best on this series until the next book is out. Always a treasure and pleasure to read.
Secrets in the Snow is the third book in the Meadow Falls Firefighters series by author Anna Wineheart. This story is told in dual POV which really suits this story and helps the storyline. You do not have to read the previous books in this series to understand this story.
Ben had been in a marriage with an abusive Alpha. He grew up being abused by his dad. He had protected his stepbrother from him.
Even though it doesn’t always put him in the best light he protects his family and takes the abuse.
Alec presented as Alpha. He always thought of Ben as his. His dad beat him and told him to stay away from Ben. Now they are trapped together, and Ben is in heat.
I love this story. They are meant to be together. I love a truly steamy and romantic story this is that. There is humor too, and lots of emotions. I loved this story. I hope to read many more stories in this series. I love the ones so far, I look forward to the next one.
Five Shooting Stars
Full Disclosure, I received a copy in return for my honest review.
Here we have Ben and Alec, stepbrothers.
Alec ever only wanted one Omega his whole life, his stepbrother Ben. He use to look out for Ben and pretend that he was his. Until their dad caught Alec scenting Ben.
Having distance himself after, Alec can only watch as Ben becomes another Alpha’s Omega. But now Ben’s free, sharing a cabin, and in heat with nowhere to go thanks to huge snow drifts.
But can Ben really believe he’s worthy of Alec? Can their family accept them as a couple? And where did that magically disappearing snake go?
TRUE LOVE NEVER DIES AND DESTINY HAS ITS WAY
I received this book for free and am giving my honest and voluntary review
Another exceptional story by Anna. This one delves into physical marital abuse, misconceptions and true love. Alec has loved Ben since they became stepbrothers and the strange family dynamics did not allow this. Years pass as Alex tries to come to terms with his feelings. Snowed in with Ben and Ben’s son lead to hilarious adventures and uncomfortable situations when a child speaks. I loved this book from the beginning to the end.
This has got to be one of the most heartrending, grab-you-by-the-feels, fantastic, emotionally charged, raw, powerful, poignant, gritty, gripping, bittersweet, heartbreaking yet hopeful, make-me-shed-tears-of-both-joy-and-sadness, amazing, beautiful, tender, smoldering, and totally awesome stories that I’ve read in quite some time. I must admit that I was severely tempted to shred a certain character into kitty kibble. Alec and Ben were so perfect for each other, but, OMG, the obstacles they had to overcome for their HEA ending. I would DEFINITELY recommend getting this marvelous gem immediately!
Yay we finally get Ben and Alex hea. This was an enjoyable read and oh Izzy and Caleb with the snakes and rocks made me giggle . A great read in this series
Secrets in the Snow by Anna Wineheart is the third book in the Meadowfall Firefighters series. It is a contemporary m/m romance with step-brothers, a snow-in forced proximity, and a surprise mpreg. There is drama, angst, emotion, past hurts, humor, steam and sweetness. Ben and Alex are wonderful characters and I absolutely loved them.
This was definitely my favorite book in this series. Ben was so traumatised by his last with William, but yet, so resilient and strong at the same time. Part of that was probably due to needing to be there for Izzy, but he had overcome so much abuse and negativity that he was amazing.
I liked that Alec was single-minded in his determination to protect and finally mate with Ben. While he couldn’t stop Ben from having doubts and insecurities, Alec proved that he would always be there for his omega, and his family.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
Nobody writes an alpha and omega story like Anna Wineheart. You can’t help but howl with laughter. Cry like your heart is breaking and smile like the sun is rising. There are so many highlights in this story. Snakes, honey, carrots, and funnels just to name a few. You also cry for scars, William, prejudice, and Jesse. The men of Meadowbrook have to be one of my all time favorites. I know that my emotions will run the gamut reading one of these books. I am always eagerly awaiting the next story. Which I am hoping is Jesse’s story.
I read and reviewed a copy of this book.