Lover's Instinct: A Moon Shifter Novella (An eSpecial from New American Library) [Kindle Edition]

Katie Reus (Author)

Book Description

Lupine shifter Nikan Lawless has it bad for Esperanze Cordona, the sweet and curvy woman who only views him as a friend. But when Nikan is assigned to act as Esperanze's bodyguard during a weekend education conference, he knows it's the perfect opportunity to seduce her off her feet--away from the pack.

To put his plan into motion Nikan cancels one of their hotel rooms, giving them time to get to know one another in a whole different way. But when a man from Esperanze's past shows up in need of help, Nikan must shield her from a group of dangerous rogue shifters, all while trying to prove that they're destined to be mates.

Book 1.5 in the Moon Shifter series (a novella)

Product Details

• File Size: 336 KB
• Print Length: 105 pages
• Publisher: Signet (August 7, 2012)
• Sold by: Penguin Publishing
• Language: English
• ASIN: B007P7HT2I
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• X-Ray: Not Enabled
• Lending: Not Enabled
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #26,467 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Love this short novella from Katie Reus. =) August 10, 2012

By FranJessca [at] Book Lovin' Mamas

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

(Actually a 4.5 star review...but Amazon doesn't offer half stars)
This was a very short and sweet novella that quenched my lupine love just a bit.
I also got a sneak peek of the first chapter of the next book of the Moon Shifter series that comes out next month, "Primal Possession", which I've been counting down to. =)
I had not been able to read for a few days now thanks to errands and school work...so I needed something to read in between college assignments that would take me away from American Government (that happens to be really boring...ugh).
"Lover's Instinct" definitely helped me get out of my rut that I was in thanks to school.
I love this new series from Katie Reus. =)
This short novella is about Nikan and Esperanze (I love her name). Esperanze is heading to a convention in Washington D.C.. She needs to get away from the pack for a bit since what happened in the first book. The pack had suffered a major loss of loved ones and are still recovering, so Esperanze thought it would be a good idea to get away for awhile and get her mind off what happened. Nikan, volunteers to go with her and protect her. Of course, Nikan has other plans in the mean time. He has always been in love with Esperanze, since the moment his pack alpha decided to hook up with Esperanze's pack alpha (who is her cousin). Esperanze has love Nikan also, but she's only a beta and she swore never to hook up with a alpha...actually a warrior class alpha. It's going to be hard for her though when Nikan becomes very possessive and protective of her when they go to the convention.
Esperanze is actually there to see her old professor too and in the meantime her professor is now a vampire and now he's in danger. It's up to Esperanze and Nikan to figure out what is going on and save her old professor from being killed. Although, it will be kind of tricky when it involves vampires and shifters...which they are supposed to be getting along.
What I loved mostly about this book was how Nikan was with Esperanze (or Essie for short). She had no clue that he loved her, but when he finally admitted it. Oh boy! =)
I think Essie is more Alpha though instead of Beta because the girl can take care of herself. =)
I loved the storyline to this book too. It was short though...but that's because it is a novella. I love reading novellas because it gives you a sneak into the world of other characters.
I loved the idea behind other supernatural creatures that were talked about in this book too. Another shifter was introduced in "Lover's Instinct" and actually helped out Essie and Nikan during their mission. I want to know more about what is going with the Vampires and Shifters though...and what the bad guys did. You'll understand when you read this short novella. I do not want to give it away. =)
Let me not forget the sex...ummm...Nikan definitely had me squirming. *sigh*
I'm looking forward to Liam's book next. I loved him in "Alpha Instinct".
I recommend this novella to Katie Reus fans, paranormal romance readers, and shifter lovers. =)
This will definitely keep you happy for next months' release. =)
Let the countdown continue to "Primal Possession". =)

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Short, Sexy, Sweet Novella August 10, 2012

By April R. Symes

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

Alpha shifter Nikan Lawless has it bad for beta shifter Esperanze Cordona. Esperanze doesnt know that Nikan is in love with her. She knows she loves him and cherishes the friendship they have. Essie is going to a conference and was going to leave without telling Nikan..he finds out and goes as her bodyguard. Things happen while at the conference and a story builds which links to Primal Possession: A Moon Shifter Novel which comes out in Sept 2012. The story is short but it definately draws you in and builds . I did wish there was more of a book but that was because I didnt want to leave the story. When the story ended, there was a happy ending and also gives us a hint of what to expect for Primal Possession..I definately recommend this story if you like paranormal romance stories, if you like hot and sexy..really like author Katie Reus and the world she has built. Cannot wait for more of her alpha wolves. :-)

4.0 out of 5 stars A Review of Books 1-3! {NO Spoilers} April 24, 2013

By Larissa

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

4.5 Stars

**NO Spoilers

Paranormal Romance + Shifters is simply one of my favorite combinations EVER! The Moon Shifter series hit all the right spots for me. A great pack structure, Hot Alpha males, strong female characters, loads of smexy times and just the right amount of action.

I loved the story line in Alpha Instinct and how it set us up for the rest of the series. Connor and Ana make an amazing Alpha couple =)

Lover's Instinct was a lovely novella. It showed a different kind of relationship, setting itself apart from the usually "Alpha" thing.

Primal Possession was the story of Connor's brother, Liam and his girl, December. Their story has been brewing in the background since Alpha Instinct and it was well worth the wait.

Mating Instinct was such a fantastic addition to the series! Jayce and Kat's story was heartbreaking and an edge-of-your-seat read. I love that this series can be so sexy and so action oriented at the same time.

The Moon Shifter series has become one of my favorite series ever and I cannot wait for more! If you are a Paranormal Romance fan like me, this is definitively a series you should check out!

Originally Posted at {www.larissaslife.com}

More About the Author

Katie Reus is the USA Today bestselling author of the Red Stone Security series, the Moon Shifter series and the upcoming Deadly Ops series. She fell in love with romance at a young age thanks to books she pilfered from her mom's stash. Years later she loves reading romance almost as much as she loves writing it. However, she didn't always know she wanted to be a writer. After changing majors many times, she finally graduated with a degree in psychology. Not long after that she discovered a new love. Writing. She now spends her days writing dark paranormal romance and sexy romantic suspense.

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#8 in Kindle eBooks > Literature & Fiction > Romance > Suspense

#9 in Books > Romance > Romantic Suspense

#10 in Books > Romance > Fantasy & Futuristic

#54 in Kindle eBooks > Literature & Fiction > Romance

#61 in Books > Romance

#8 in Kindle eBooks > Literature & Fiction > Romance > Suspense

#9 in Books > Romance > Romantic Suspense

#10 in Books > Romance > Fantasy & Futuristic

#54 in Kindle eBooks > Literature & Fiction > Romance

#61 in Books > Romance