BRIDES fur BEARS Series by Natalie Kristen

Staci Castillo is the new girl in town. She has just accepted a transfer to the small town of Shadow Point and is having a girls' night out with her new colleagues. She has never slipped out of a bar to make out with a hot, handsome hunk in an alley before. But she didn't move to a new town to live the same unadventurous, unexciting life... moreStaci Castillo is the new girl in town. She has just accepted a transfer to the small town of Shadow Point and is having a girls' night out with her new colleagues. She has never slipped out of a bar to make out with a hot, handsome hunk in an alley before. But she didn't move to a new town to live the same unadventurous, unexciting life. Why should she say no to some harmless no-strings-attached fun? What could possibly go wrong? But of course in Shadow Point where paranormals outnumber humans, magic and mayhem rule and it's Murphy's law that applies. Marcus Beck knows that one taste of that sexy, curvy human woman isn't going to be enough. Staci is mortified when a whole conga line of unapologetic, infuriating witches interrupts them in the alley. She leaves in a fluster but his bear promises to track her down. Nothing can keep a bear from its mate. But Marcus has skeletons in his closet, skeletons which aren't really dead and done. Will Staci run from him when she learns of his past? Or is she brave and foolish enough to love him? Either way, Staci's life is about to change in a way she could never have imagined... less

Struggling single mom Serena Locke just wants to give her daughter a rare treat on her birthday. She wants Ashley to have a happy birthday like any other five-year-old. But when a simple trip to the ice-cream parlor turns into a nightmare, Serena is forced to run to keep her little girl safe. Jax Carlan is returning to Shadow Point from a business trip in the city when he is flagged down by a frantic young mother... moreStruggling single mom Serena Locke just wants to give her daughter a rare treat on her birthday. She wants Ashley to have a happy birthday like any other five-year-old. But when a simple trip to the ice-cream parlor turns into a nightmare, Serena is forced to run to keep her little girl safe. Jax Carlan is returning to Shadow Point from a business trip in the city when he is flagged down by a frantic young mother. There is something about her little girl, and even his brothers, who are powerful bear shifters, can't identify what the child is. Things take an unexpected turn when Jax enlists the help of two good-hearted but highly effervescent grandmotherly witches whose specialty seem to be magic and mayhem. But amid the danger and chaos, his bear is sure of one thing. It has found its beautiful mate and feisty, badass cub. Jax is determined to protect Serena and Ashley, and show them that happiness isn't that elusive after all. less

Shy, curvy Bella Paige finds herself at a rowdy, wildly exuberant wedding. Having just moved to the small town of Shadow Point, she doesn't really know anyone and frankly, she's a little overwhelmed. More comfortable around books than people, Bella ducks behind a potted plant, seeking refuge from the madness. But of course that backfires... moreShy, curvy Bella Paige finds herself at a rowdy, wildly exuberant wedding. Having just moved to the small town of Shadow Point, she doesn't really know anyone and frankly, she's a little overwhelmed. More comfortable around books than people, Bella ducks behind a potted plant, seeking refuge from the madness. But of course that backfires. When the bride tosses her bridal bouquet, the bouquet sails over the heads of all the single, screaming ladies and lands, yep, you guessed it--right in Bella's hands. Joshua Carlan is the best man at his brother's wedding. His two brothers have traded their freedom for the shackles of marriage, and Josh doesn't envy them. Really he doesn't. He's convinced he is better off being single. That is, until he sees her . A new, unmated female in town always attracts attention. But when another male comes sniffing around that sweet, guarded human woman, all bets are off. Can Josh and Bella overcome their differences and fight their demons together or will their past come between them and tear them apart? **This is a sweet, sexy, growly romance with a guaranteed HEA and no cliffhangers!** less

Zoe Riley is passionate about her job and she loves working as a nurse in a small town hospital. To raise funds to upgrade the children's wing, the hospital decides to hold a fun, quirky charity auction. Zoe jumps in with both feet to help. It sounded like a great idea at first, but now she's not so sure. What if—she's the only one standing on stage without a single bid? When Nick Sullivan sees that curvy, beautiful new nurse on stage, he is determined to have her... moreZoe Riley is passionate about her job and she loves working as a nurse in a small town hospital. To raise funds to upgrade the children's wing, the hospital decides to hold a fun, quirky charity auction. Zoe jumps in with both feet to help. It sounded like a great idea at first, but now she's not so sure. What if—she's the only one standing on stage without a single bid? When Nick Sullivan sees that curvy, beautiful new nurse on stage, he is determined to have her. He never thought he'd meet the woman of his dreams, the mate of his heart, right here in Shadow Point. He has found her and he will never let her go. But another man, a stranger in town, seems to have his sights on Zoe as well. Zoe finds herself hunted by a powerful, hidden enemy. It is a deadly game of cat and mouse, but Zoe is no mouse. And no chicken either. Zoe will have to access her inner—nah, she's no dragon, she's something else, something as rare and powerful as her ancient enemy—and fight to save and protect all she holds dear... less

Lauren Sanchez is up to her eyeballs in trouble. There is no way she can pay off her brother's debt, but the wolves aren't going to let her off. Unless...her name isn't Sanchez. Being a mail-order bride is the only way she can get married in a hurry and get out of this dangerous situation. She has to stay alive, not just for herself, but for her young nephew, Eddie, who has just been orphaned. One disastrous divorce is quite enough for Reid Ken, thank you very much... moreLauren Sanchez is up to her eyeballs in trouble. There is no way she can pay off her brother's debt, but the wolves aren't going to let her off. Unless...her name isn't Sanchez. Being a mail-order bride is the only way she can get married in a hurry and get out of this dangerous situation. She has to stay alive, not just for herself, but for her young nephew, Eddie, who has just been orphaned. One disastrous divorce is quite enough for Reid Ken, thank you very much. Reid swears he will never let a woman into his life again. Too bad his interfering cousin, Damien, doesn't get the memo. Reid is furious when he learns that his cousin has gotten him a mail-order bride. He is determined to send the devious, gold-digging woman away. But when he sees Lauren and Eddie, he just doesn't have the heart to turn them out of his house. Lauren thought she'd signed up for a loveless, passionless marriage. She never thought she would find true love, and have a beautiful, happy family. When danger comes for them, Lauren will fight tooth and claw to protect her newfound happiness. And this is a fight she cannot afford to lose... less

Penelope Hatfield is starting a new life in Shadow Point and at her younger brother's encouragement, she decides to set up her own dating agency. Not to brag, but she really is a matchmaker extraordinaire. Her own love life is a mess, but enough of that. She can spot a great match from miles and she has successfully paired off all her friends, neighbors, colleagues, acquaintances, even acquaintances of acquaintances. She always seems to pick gems for others, and lemons for herself... morePenelope Hatfield is starting a new life in Shadow Point and at her younger brother's encouragement, she decides to set up her own dating agency. Not to brag, but she really is a matchmaker extraordinaire. Her own love life is a mess, but enough of that. She can spot a great match from miles and she has successfully paired off all her friends, neighbors, colleagues, acquaintances, even acquaintances of acquaintances. She always seems to pick gems for others, and lemons for herself. But when life gives you lemons, make lemonade, right? Damien Ken realizes he has been outpranked and outsmarted by his buddy and work mate, Graham, when Graham drags him to meet his elder sister—who is the owner of a brand new dating agency. He doesn't want to be matched and mated but when he meets the agency's owner, Damien realizes that he may just have the last laugh. Penelope is his, even if she doesn't know it yet. But someone is out to sabotage Penelope and destroy her life. Can Damien and Penelope foil a diabolical, deadly plot before it is too late? Can two pranksters plan the most awesome wedding ever in Shadow Point? You betcha! less

Curvy, geeky Lisa Milan has always lived for her work. She is a brilliant scientist, and research is her passion and her life. But when she discovers that her research will be used for dark, diabolical purposes, she is determined to make things right. Things take an unexpected turn when she stops at the small town of Shadow Point. Lisa intends to just grab some supplies for the road... moreCurvy, geeky Lisa Milan has always lived for her work. She is a brilliant scientist, and research is her passion and her life. But when she discovers that her research will be used for dark, diabolical purposes, she is determined to make things right. Things take an unexpected turn when she stops at the small town of Shadow Point. Lisa intends to just grab some supplies for the road. Instead, she is bustled to a madcap, rowdy carnival wedding by two grandmotherly witches who simply won't take no for an answer… Graham Hatfield is mighty proud of himself. He helped plan this awesome carnival wedding for his sister, and now he has every intention of reaping his just rewards. He is the best man, and everyone knows that the best man always gets first pick of all the single ladies at a wedding! But when he sees the beautiful, shy stranger standing in a corner by herself, all bets are off. Lisa knows she has to stick to her plan and stay focused. Time is of the essence, and she can't afford to be distracted by the handsome best man. But when she wakes up marked and mated, staying focused just got a whole lot harder… less