Fake mates in the Dark Pines territory—what can go wrong? Foul-mouthed cougar shifter Hayley is determined to prove herself trustworthy and responsible. Dating grizzly shifter Marius would be directly at odds with her goal. He’s wild, he’s done wrong to her family, and he’s so hot that she doesn’t trust herself around him. Too bad she needs a fake boyfriend, and he’s her only choice. Marius … she needs a fake boyfriend, and he’s her only choice.
Marius deserves worse than Hayley’s scorn, and he knows it. Bad enough he helped torment her family—there are more secrets he’s keeping. If they came to light, he knows Hayley would never forgive him. One kiss and Marius can’t get enough, one lie and it’s over before he can tell his mate what she means to him.
USA Today bestselling author Liza Street continues to bring the suspense and sexytimes in the second Dark Pines Pride standalone romance! Wild Atonement is perfect for readers who love hot heroes, strong heroines, and lots of laughs in their smexy shifter books.
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Hayley Jaynes is a foul-mouthed shifter that is determined to prove herself trustworthy and responsible. She needs a fake boyfriend and her only choice is grizzly shifter who’s wild, done her family wrong and he’s so hot that she doesn’t trust herself around him. Marius knows he deserves worse than Hayley’s scorn because if the secrets he’s keeping come to light, he knows that Hayley will never forgive him. But in the Dark Pines territory, secrets have a way of coming out and when a rival pride puts Hayley in danger, Marius must put aside his guilt and step in or risk losing his mate forever.
An engaging and suspenseful read with a fun side, liberal usage of naughty language and sexy times. The heroine is tough but unsure of herself due to past events and the hero is sweet but riddled with guilt over past events which has lots of turbulent emotions flowing from the pages which captures the heart of the reader. But this relationship also has some sizzling chemistry and an undeniable attraction that gives readers that heartwarming knowing that this couple belong together.
The plot is fast paced and full of thrilling suspense that keeps the readers glued to the pages in anticipation and also full of some LOL moments as Hayley’s foul mouthed nature invents some inspired name calling between her and her brothers. Some twists and turns has a rival pride targeting Hayley with some nefarious plan which ups the excitement of this delightful shifter romance.
Hayley is one of my absolute favorite pnr heroines. She’s strong and fun, with quite the colorful vocabulary. The chemistry between her and Marius is hella hot, and I couldn’t put the book down!
Hayley has returned to her home in Dark Pines where her cougar pride had lived. Only Hayley and her two brothers are left of the pack. Arrangements had been made 4 years ago by Haley’s parents that if the Spokane pride helped them in a pack war, Hayley would be promised to one of their shifters. Her parents died in the fighting, but the promise still existed. Now Alec, a lion shifter, wants to claim his prize. Since Haley wants no part of this deal, she kisses Marius, a grizzly shifter, and the two of them agree to fake that they are mates, which would dissolve the promise. Unfortunately, Alec doesn’t believe it and Marius doesn’t want to let Haley go. Now what are they going to do? Can they overcome their conflicts and make their story true?
This was such a fun book to read! The characters were excellent and kept the reader laughing and cheering for them. Hayley is such a feisty female – she was quite good at handling the guys. This book has a great story line the reader can thoroughly enjoy! And there’s lots more going on! Grab your copy and hang on for a fun ride!
The second book in the Fierce Mates: Dark Pines Pride series a well written story that kept me turning pages. This is Hayley Ann Jaynes a Lion shifter and grizzly shifter Marius Nichols these two have so much to get past before they can be together. I want to read the next book. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This is a well written book with an entertaining story line. The author brings strong characters in Hayley and Marius as well as the supporting characters who help to bring the story around. She does a fantastic job building the story and pulling you in with all the humor and steam as well as her detailed scenes. It’s an action packed story with a strong alpha male and a feisty heroine. It moves quickly and smoothly and I enjoyed reading. I would recommend this book.
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First let me state that I received an Advance Reader Copy, (ARC), but this in no way influences my review. I always leave an honest review.
Wow!!! What a gr8 story. Hayley one quite a spitfire. She and Marius had a rough start, but things worked out. There’s much more to this story. I recommend this read. 5 Thumbs up
This is well written with engaging characters that are developed they have lots of chemistry. The storyline flowed smoothly from beginning to the end.
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Really Enjoyable
I voluntarily reviewed an arc copy of this book. This is an enjoyable book from Liza Street. I liked the well written storyline and the great characters, their interaction and chemistry really made for an interesting story. I found it an enjoyable, must read, romantic story
Hayley lost her parents in a war between prides years before. She and her brother Jackson came back to claim their territory and rebuild a house and clan. Jackson has a human mate. Hayley is longing for one! Their brother Will is not around for some reason unknown to them. Marius comes to town and has taken a huge interest in Hayley. Hayley’s parents made a deal with another pride that if they helped in the war, they would give their daughter in exchange for an engagement to their son. Her parents were killed in that war and now they want recompense. The one thing that would break the contract is if she already has another mate. She asks Marius to pose as her mate. They do not believe it is authentic even though the two are in love with one another. Now, there is a challenge between her brother Will and the son of the other pride’s Alpha! Who will win? What will it cost everyone in the end? But Hayley has her own plans to interfere before that fight…what are her plans? I received this book via Booksprout and am leaving a voluntary review.
Hayley is finally home in Dark Pines, this is the home of her cougar pride. Even though she and her 2 brothers are the only ones left.
Marius a grizzly shifter is working in the area. When Hayley asks him for help, he is all in. Maybe now they can get to know each other and explore the attraction she is dening.
There is lots of adventure and fun.
This is a fun easy read like all of Liza Streets stories. I enjoyed this book and look forward to more of her books.
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Another great book from this author. Hayley & Marius are great characters who deserve to be together. Hayley starts out by using Marius but ends up with a match made in Heaven. Steamy love scenes, great action and a romantic rendezvous make this book a wonderful addition to the series. I enjoyed it very much.
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Wilde Atonement is heartwarming story with some suspenseful drama .
Hayley wants to prove she is”responsible “.
Marius is just trying make amends for bad decisions towards Hayley Family in the past.
Hayley just wants fun, Marius wants more and their connection is to good for “just fun”
Dark Pines territory is in trouble and Hayley is in danger. He has to deal with this first.
Very enjoyable and entertaining story.
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This was a great book and fun to read. It has a strong female lead. It will keep your attention from start to finish.
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I love all of the Fierce Mates books. They are heartwarming with just enough suspenseful drama to keep them interesting. Hayley Jaynes wants to prove she’s a “responsible adult” so badly. She’s just not sure how. Marius Nichols is just trying to live his life and make amends for bad decisions in his past. Their chemistry is off the charts and even though Hayley just wants “fun” Marius wants more. First they need to handle a threat to Dark Pines territory.
Wow!! This book is a fun and engaging read! This story grabbed me right at the beginning and had me on the edge of my seat until the end. It is LOL funny with very colourful and fantastic dialogue, witty banter, and likeable characters. The connection between Hayley and Marius kept me reading and wanting to know what came next – so much action, drama, suspense, and hotness within! I definitely recommend this book, and I look forward the next book in the series.
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Great Story! This is a great paranormal romance story that will keep you turning the pages to find out what happens next. There are lots of twists and turns that will keep you guessing and wondering how things will work out. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Wild Atonement by Liza Street is an amazing story I have had the privilege of reading and loving it. This is book number two in this amazing series that I have fallen in love with. I highly recommend this story to everyone who loves reading about shifters and paranormal romance.
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I loved this read. Hayley was a strong female lead character, which I love. Poor Marius, trouble is all that he knows, but each person needs and are getting a second chance. The characters are brilliantly developed and have their own personalities. The storyline is intriguing and kept me engrossed. I cant wait for book 3.
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This a wellwritten and fastpaced story that captivated me from the start. The storyline is entertaining and actionpacked. The characters are wonderful. Can not wait for the next book in this series.
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Marius, a bear shifter, had worked for the wrong side, and at the time harassed a family of mountain lions, especially the human wife of one. He feels guilty although the family has forgiven him. One of the family is Hayley and their attraction is mutual. But then Hayley is contacted by a man claiming to be her fiance. If she does not marry him, the family territory would be forfeited to the other family.. Can Marius and Hayley find a solution to the dilemma?
A good plot, interesting characters in a well-written book.
This book is part of a series, but it can be read as a stand-alone story. But of course, it is more interesting, if you already have the insight of the family dynamics.
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