Mary And The Bear

Book Title: Mary And The Bear
Author: Zena Wynn
Publisher: Phaze Books
Publisher URL: http://www.phaze.com/
ISBN: 978-1-59426-675-1
Genre: Contemporary paranormal shapeshifter erotic romance
Nymph Rating: 5 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs Reviewer: Scandalous Minx


Since birth, Mary Elizabeth Brown has lived in her sister Bab’s shadow. After Bab’s death, her best friend and boss Kiesha Morgan approaches Mary Elizabeth with the opportunity for a change of pace. Keisha believes it’s time for her to put down roots away from the family that never seemed to lover her enough. Her solution – move to Refuge, North Carolina and begin a new life. Mary Elizabeth thought she would find peace away from her mother’s viperous tongue. What truly awaited her in those beautiful hills was a chance at love with her new landlord – Hugh Mosely.

Hugh Mosely is a big man with an even bigger heart. A were-bear, Hugh is searching for his mate, but knows that finding his one will be harder than finding honey in a beehive. Upon meeting Mary Elizabeth, his instincts to protect kick in. An unanticipated reaction that Hugh tries desperately to rein in, but for every step back, his attraction to his new tenant pulls him two steps closer. Hugh has his work cut out for him with Mary Elizabeth’s brother-in-law bitten by the fatal attraction bug, her controlling mother, and her fear of not being worthy of love.

Mary And The Bear brings us not only a few new fascinating characters, but also a glimpse into what I hope will be two upcoming installments for the series. Let’s begin with Mary Elizabeth. I truly felt sorry for her situation. To know that you aren’t getting the love you deserve from a stranger is one thing, but her mother is a piece of work. The more information she gives about her sister, the clearer her situation becomes. Hugh is the man of my dreams. I can truly say that I plan to look for a man with some of his characteristics. He saw Mary Elizabeth’s pain, and even before they mated, he had the urge to heal her wounds. I tell you the man was just romantic. He proved to her that he would be a sole and soul provider. Looking at her past, he unlocked what has caused her grief and made her release the hurt. He was a source of love, friendship, and devotion for Mary Elizabeth and was at her disposal. There are truly no words for the love he showered on her, and I’m so happy he was able to give her the strength to fight back and move forward. The True Mates series is truly becoming one of my favorites, and Zena Wynn has taken up ranks as one of my must-buy authors. Her stories are entertaining yet they bring hard issues to the forefront. The question of abuse, not physical but definitely mental comes to mind after reading this incredible story. Your family should infuse you with love in your tender years, not tear you down. Regardless of the treatment, Mary Elizabeth still grew into a wonderful woman who knew her strengths and learned to accept the love so freely given. I’m anxiously awaiting the next installment in this fantastic series.