That was so so bad but I just couldn't help myself! You really can't go wrong with Ashley's shifters. They're just awesomely awesome and full of all kinds of sexy shifters, romance and chuckleworthy humor. Oh and this one left off with some interesting potential for future storylines.. Sep 06, Melindeeloo rated it really liked it Shelves: Bear Attraction totally worked for me even as a novella. While it helped that the leading pair Kodiak bear shifter Rebecca and human Shifter Bureau agent Walker had a bit of history in the previous books, they are both such great characters and all the bits of things that make me a fan of the series pull together in such a satisfying way that the physical aspect of their relationship is just the cherry on top of the story.
It is always fun to see past players make cameo appearances and Ashley al Bear Attraction totally worked for me even as a novella. It is always fun to see past players make cameo appearances and Ashley also adds a new element to the story in something that is uncovered during Walker and Rebecca's search for the missing shifter groupie sister to the human who is a friend to growly wolf shifter Roddick. This element and the early reviews for the next novel in the series has me hoping that Ashley will be able to keep this series going for a long time.
View all 3 comments. Nov 01, Izy rated it liked it Shelves: This is novella length book about Walker Danielson Human, military liaison between the human Shifter Bureau and Shiftertown and Rebecca an alpha bear-shifter. Both the characters have been previously part of the other books in the series as secondary characters.
I really liked them both, they were both head strong if a little stubborn at times but they respected and cared about each other. Ashley did a good job on that front without making their relationship look unbalanced and the characters, jerks. I think the book can work as a standalone but we do some of their earlier interactions in the other books which made me look forward to this book. It may not be my personal favourite novella in the series but it was a good edition to the series.
Dec 11, Dee rated it liked it Shelves: Dec 15, Ami rated it really liked it Shelves: But, almost all of the novellas from this series for me were just okay. They are like crunchy popcorn — filled with instant everything, sexy scenes, and then it is over. I was forced to check when Rebecca and Walker first appeared in the series! I am so happy to be proven wrong Rebecca and Walker sizzle on the pages, there is chemistry between them and an actual progression of their attraction. What I loved about Rebecca and Walker was that they were pretty much on equal ground.
Yes, Rebecca is a Kodiak bear, even among other shifters she is pretty much an Alpha. Walker is just a human male but a well-trained military one; he knows his tricks to deal with dominant shifters, including bears. Having said that, Walker also knows how to step back when needed and lets Rebecca or other shifters take charge.
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I found that a very refreshing turnabout, compared to other warm-blooded aggressive heroes in this series so far except for Tiger, maybe. It was fun to read how these two worked side by side to find the missing girl. They respect and trust each other — I could see them as partners and not just mere lovers.
And I really liked that. Ashley introduced a new development regarding a group of shifters here, which I thought was really interesting. I wonder if we will get an update on this in the next novel, Mate Bond , coming in April. No high rating is required for any ARC received. Feb 15, Reading In Pajamas rated it it was amazing. February 17, Reviewed by: Rebecca is a strong alpha female that is still likeable while Walker is an alpha human without being too domineering.
They made the perfect couple. A great mix of characters and a smoldering romance. A fun quick read. Jan 21, Darcy rated it liked it Shelves: Rebecca and Walker are an interesting pair. I liked how from the start both were smitten with the other, but not quite sure what to do about it. I liked that Walker used his position to get closer to Rebecca and force her to spend time with him. You knew that even as she complained about it she loved it too. I liked how Walker interacted with the other Bears and Shifters around town.
I'm not sure what to think about what the two of them discovered, especially once Dylan stuck his nose in. All I Rebecca and Walker are an interesting pair. All I know for sure is that things are about to get very interesting in Shiftertown. I really enjoyed this novella. I was expecting a story that fit wthin the parameters of the 'formula' of this series; but was pleasantly surprised to discover a ss that introduced a whole new plotline thread to the series. The series is taking another step forward in the possibilities of getting the shifter collars off..
Jun 11, The Book Junkie Reads. There were sparks flying between these two long before this one came to pass. The chemistry just became a bit richer and more intense.
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Walker and Rebecca had that something more. We see much more of the dilemma with the shifters and their collars. This adds another layer to it all. You definitely don't want to come between a female Kodiak and her mate!!! Feb 16, Sandy S rated it really liked it.
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Release Date February 17, As the military liaison between the human Shifter Bureau and Shiftertown, Walker is often stuck trying to appease both sides—and angering both. They have no choice but to work together but both Walker and Rebecca find it hard not to mix business with pleasure. Any important background information is revealed when necessary. Approximately twenty years earlier shifters were exposed to the human population. Out of fear, discrimination and specieism, the shifters were collared in the belief that it would control aggression then forced into segregated communities known as Shiftertowns.
There are several Shiftertowns located throughout the world where shifters live in a relative but strained peace amongst their own kind.
Not all shifters were caught under the Shiftertown ordinance; some remain free and un-collared, while others go rogue and feral. What ensues is a foray into shifter nightlife where our couple finds more trouble at every stop. Even amongst shifters there is discrimination against different kinds. There is a prior history between Rebecca and Walker; an attraction that finds our couple secretly desiring one another but a desire that has never been acted upon.
Throughout the storyline, their attraction builds; there is an overriding need to protect; and the mate bond growing stronger. The secondary roles include many of the previous storyline characters including some of the younger cubs and children. The world building continues on the theme of discrimination and prejudice against a species because of their differences.
Fear is rampant within the human population, perpetuated by the Shifter Bureau whose aim is to control with intimidation and collars. Copy supplied by the publisher through Netgalley. Feb 01, FV Angela rated it really liked it Shelves: Review originally posted at http: Bear Attraction is a novella in the Shifters Unbound series and tells the story of Rebecca and Walker. Apparently Rebecca and Walker have been harboring an attraction for each other since their first meeting.
Each are strong and very talented fighters, Rebecca is the alpha female of the Bear clan of the Austin Shiftertown and Walker is the new liaison from the Shifter Bureau. They clash again when Rebecca gets caught by some hunters in a restricted area. Walker makes a deal to get her out of trouble, she only has to help him with a missing persons case. This leads them to finding a group of unknown, uncollared shifters and finally succumbing to their attraction. As with any Jennifer Ashley book, even the novellas, the romance between these characters drew me in and keep me turning the page right up until the end.
Neither have ever had a serious relationship and this causes them to dance around their attraction. For such a short word count, Ms. The Shifters Unbound series remains one of my favorites in the paranormal romance genre. Final Grade- B Favorite Quote: The October night was growing chilly, but Walker in shirtsleeves was fine. Bear Attraction comes complete with bears, sexy shifters and humans, mystery, and bit of danger. We get to meet some old and new shifters and learn a little more about the world these shifters live in. This novella can be read out of order, but I recommend reading in order.
Rebecca, a Kodiak bear shifter and Walker, a human working for the Shifter Bureau end up having to team up to solve a missing persons case. She is no damsel in distress and pulls her own weight even against other shifters. Walker a former soldier, comes to her aid, but he understands her dominate nature and does not shy away from it. I like that he does not hold her back and that these two can work together. The relationship; well these two have been dancing around their attraction for each other for quite some time. Even in this novella it takes most of the book for them to finally give in to their feelings.
The romance is sweet, not as intense as other couples in the series, but still a great mating dance with little sex. The investigation for the most part is predictable until the end when we are introduced to a new shifter. Dylan shows up and we get to see how far his reach is, even though he is no longer the leader of the Austin shifters, he still has a big influence.
Overall, I had a great time return to the Austin shifters. This novella is a nice fun quick read and I look forward to more installments in the Shifters Unbound series. Jan 29, Laura the Highland Hussy rated it really liked it. Review posted on Got Fiction? Well Walker is one sexy hero, that's for sure! For a human male to be the hero in a shifter romance, I think I expected him to be uber strong, and super alpha. Walker is the best hero. She Review posted on Got Fiction? Well Walker has been tasked with finding her. Otherwise Shifters will be blamed for her disappearance. They go undercover together at some of the shifter bars, and Walker goes in as the shifter groupie.
Especially not with their attraction to each other getting in the way. And the revelation at the end will impact shifters everywhere. She really appreciates him, and as with all Jennifer Ashley stories, the romance is natural and well-done. You believe in them as a couple, and you see how as individuals they are strong, but as a couple, they are stronger.
Jennifer Ashley excels at writing romance, and this story is no different. Feb 17, Book Reading Gals rated it really liked it Shelves: For some reason, the characters I most want to get their own book always seem to wind up in a novella…LOL…. Walker was such a strong character — I mean, he had to be to go toe to toe with shifters. The character of Rebecca, on the other hand, suffered a bit in comparison — she would up coming across as selfish, thoughtless, and almost childishly rebellious — particularly in the first half of the book. I found her a bit annoying at the beginning to be honest.
Regardless — I am a fan of this series, and I have been from the very first book. I love this world, and these characters and this book was still a great addition. Getting to know Walker so much better was reason alone to pick this one up! Not to mention the series of events at the end that may prove pertinent to future events….. Feb 16, Shelee at Book Reader Chronicles rated it liked it. Walker and Rebecca know each other, but have withstood from seeing where their sexual tension led them. Fates seem to be against them when he's the one arresting her for trespassing.
His compromise for her not getting arrested? Them spending time together, close time together, to help solve a case. Which only serves to ramp up the sexual tension. Rebecca is a bear shifter who has always been used to being independent. She doesn't let herself be easily cowed to anyone else. And with Walker being a Walker and Rebecca know each other, but have withstood from seeing where their sexual tension led them. And with Walker being a human, she's tried to put away her feelings as best she can.
The case they work on together has them taking risks and putting themselves into somewhat dicey situations, but it also has its benefits. Maybe feelings will finally come out as they've been close to doing for awhile now. Even though this was a shorter book, around pages, I still felt like something was missing.
There was an element I kept waiting for, but never got. The story wasn't rushed or lacking due to the length, but I felt like the connection between characters wasn't fleshed out as it could have been. It didn't keep me captivated or quickly turning the pages, and I so desperately wanted that with their story. With that aside, I am still looking forward to the next installment.
Nov 20, Tanya Davis rated it really liked it. I was excited to see Walker as the hero for this novella.
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We've seen him in previous books and he's really proven that he is fair when it comes to Shifters. He still works for the Shifter Bureau but is much more neutral. Even after being held hostage at the bear's house near the beginning of the series.
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This was when Rebecca and Walker first met, and she started right out throwing her weight around with him. She's rebellious and when Walker catches her running on protected land, she has hard tim I was excited to see Walker as the hero for this novella. She's rebellious and when Walker catches her running on protected land, she has hard time keeping herself from being executed. She doesn't seem to have the respect for Walker's authority. She'd rather rattle his senses than admit she was doing wrong. Having the two work together on a case was fun.
I really like this couple together. I enjoy Rebecca's stubborn attitude as it stems some fun interactions between her and Walker. It was surprising to me that such a big revelation happens at the end of Bear Attraction where it is a novella and normally the bigger events are saved for the full length novels. I'm glad this one was in audio so I didn't miss anything!
This is a whole new can of worms that has been opened with a lot of new players. Just how is he involved and what is he up to? Again, I'm so glad this was in audio. I tend to skip novellas in my audio binges when they are not in audio as well. I think this would have been a bad one for me to miss. A lot happens and Walker and Rebecca get together. Let's see how Walker gets along living with a house full of bears! Read for Fun Library Overall Rating: Bear Attraction by Jennifer Ashley is not my favorite in the series but it was still good.
Bear Attraction added another layer to the Shifters Unbound series. I am really curious to see where it goes from here. I liked both Walker and Rebecca but wanted more romance in their story. I thought they deserved more. However the story forward in this one is something not to be missed. Now I wait for the next one. Jan 21, Linda rated it really liked it.
Bear shifter Rebecca and human military liaison Walker were introduced to each other in an unconventional way, he was trussed up on the floor and she had to tackle him. First impressions stay, so when law enforcement needs help with Rebecca, Walker steps up, he keeps her out of jail and in his company. The feelings that started from the first time soon become hotter and hotter.. Quick read, smutty fluff, shifters and action in a great combo.
Nov 19, Keri rated it really liked it Shelves: A Shifters Unbound Novel.
Collared and controlled, Shifters are outcast from humanity, forced to live in Shiftertowns. But waiting within are passions that no collar can contain Like most Shifters, Liam Morrissey has learned that trusting humans leads to no good. But when beautiful attorney Kim Fraser enters Shiftertown alone in order to prove her client's innocence, Liam's alpha nature leaves him no choice but to offer his protection.
Flowing text, Original pages. Web, Tablet, Phone, eReader. It syncs automatically with your account and allows you to read online or offline wherever you are. Please follow the detailed Help center instructions to transfer the files to supported eReaders. A Shifter Christmas Carol: Ben, Zander, and Tiger are his guides, but is what they are showing him truth? Return to Shiftertown for a Shifters Unbound take on a classic Christmas tale! Of Blood and Bone: Chronicles of The One, Book 2. Discovering his new client is his mate? A tad more complicated. Gavin has no intention of settling down, especially not with a woman accused of murder.
But the beautiful, fiery Megan has his blood boiling and his heart racing, and it doesn't take Gavin long to know that his fate is sealed A short novel of the Shifters Unbound series. Events take place after Bear Attraction. There are a couple of other odd things, too. He weighs the same in his clothes and out of them, no matter how heavy they are. He mostly just wants someone else to know, and he trusts Doctor Bob Ellis.
One of the women is friendly; the other, cold as ice. Both are trying to launch a new restaurant, but the people of Castle Rock want no part of a gay married couple, and the place is in trouble. When Scott finally understands the prejudices they face—including his own—he tries to help.