Feral (The Boys of Hells Bitters #1) by Teagan Kade

Feral (The Boys of Hells Bitters #1) Reviews

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  ~*~Princess Nhya~*~

  Okay.. So this one was definitely hot. Kinda different in that 95% of this book is set outdoors. Which adds a unique quality that's central to the main male character Dean and the way of life for most of the people he's associated with.
  
  This is a slightly intense read for the two main characters, but Ava's older brother Deric, who is also the best friend of Dean is just way too immature for his age. From his set mentality to his reactions for majority of the book. I get that most big brothers are sometimes annoying to their softer sex counterparts, they have in sisters, but he was just too much all the time. So because of that, I will not be reading his book, which is the 2nd one in this series.
  
  I may return for Dex he's more serious and we didn't get much with him here, though he has some major personal issues he was dealing with that I'm intrigued about...
  
  But I would recommend this read. It's a nice heart pumping read, with a heartfelt ending & epilogue to it.
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  Jos

  2.5-3 Stars
  
  OK, so I am on a "new author" to me binge and well it's been a tough go!!!! I loved the premise and the characters BUT the way the storyline and the characters were played out for me, it was on the immature side:( I felt like there was potential there but I needed more "maturity" in the writing! That's just me and my feelings.
  
  All in all an "ok" read at best but I will definitely give this author another chance:)
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  Sara Oxton

  Feral by Teagan Kade a five-star read that will have you going wild!! I am a huge fan of this author and loved lots of her books but this one my be my favourite, I have a bit of a soft spot for brothers best friends and this one blew me away. The chemistry between Ava and Dean is just sublime, if it doesn't get you hot then I suggest you may need to get your temperature taken by a doctor!!
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  Coco.V

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  Fantasy Land Romance Reader

  Another great book by Teagan Kade.
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  Aynat

  Good read
  
  This sax a good.
  Easy read.
  Likable characters, I’m going to assume there’s a Deric and Dex book out there or coming skin.
  I would recommend as a summer read.
  
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  Jensie Elizabeth

  The absurdity! What an absolute clusterfest this book was. I'm going to hold all of my feelings in and focus on the ones that really matter: disbelief. I know this is fiction, but come on. These people had not one, not two, but five encounters with wildlife, three of which happened in 24 hours of each other. Come on people. This isn't even me picking apart the book. This is common sense. The first, if you could even call it that, is just whats-her-face and The Dude hearing a mountain lion off in the distance. Natural enough, I suppose? Not sure on this one. Anyway, spoilers ahead but whatever. It's not ruining much.
  
  Encounter #2: this one with the mama bear and cubs had me going, "OK, alright. This is totally plausible. Let's see how our fearless heroine handles it." Poorly, that's how.
  
  Moving on to Encounter #3: the mountain lion. Which was making moves to have said fearless heroine for lunch. Right. OK. So here I'm thinking, "Hold on. It'll get better. Surely this deranged author isn't going to dream any more wild creatures into existence for our happy couple to encounter. Surely not." Just don't call me Surely. Because she done did it. Where are these people, Narnia?!
  
  ENCOUNTER #4: Mr. Bear with the Broken Paw makes his debut. And let me say, it was a dandy. But totally believable, right? Because injured predators always try to take down prey that's bigger and somewhat less threatening than them. Because going for weak, smaller prey is just too easy for Mr. Bear with the Broken Paw. In case you were wondering, that's sarcasm. Just thought I'd make that clear.
  
  Encounter #5?? (I think; I lost count): OK. So. The Dude and whats-her-face have made up, right? All's well in their unbelievable world. Then big bro finds out, and all hell hits the window. At this point, I'm thinking: "Finally, some action! I wonder if big bro is going to feed The Dude to Mr. Bear? One can hope.... Sadly, it wasn't far off from the truth. Because our gallant author lives in Fantasy Land and has no real concept of the wilderness or wildlife, Mr. Bear comes back for more and takes a swipe at The Dude during the argument where big bro storms off into the woods and The Dude gives heroic chase to patch things up. Enter Mr. Bear, who charges, yes charges, the altercation taking place (where The Dude apparently gets knocked out for three days?????? and winds up in a hospital...), and you've got yourself a real treat.
  
  In all seriousness, this book was terrible. I want my fiction to transport me to a different world because lets face it, I'm depressed and need an escape from my crummy life. Sadly, this book never gave me the chance to escape into it and even made me want to escape back into my own life, which is really telling to how awful this thing was. If you need a good laugh, give this one a try. Just know that is cheesy, overdone Hollywood at its worst and you'll be fine.
  
  P. S. The only thing feral about this book was the wildlife. Dean was a pansy, just saying.
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  April ♥"LOS" ♥

  I thought this book was fantastic! The characters were well written and likable and the sexiness was off the chart. I loved watching the relationship between Dean and Ava grow throughout the book. And while they have their ups and downs everyone walks away happy in the end:)
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  Seraphia

  Feral by Teagan Kade is a bad boy romance novel with a happy ending. In this book we are introduced to Dean. Dean is an avid outdoorsman and he’s just returned to the area that he once called home so many years ago. Dean has suffered from several injuries that destroyed his pro-career, because of bad decisions. Dean is good on the trails, and one evening he comes across a man who is suffering from exposure after getting himself lost. Dean helps the man get help and back to safety. Later that evening when he heads to the local bar, he meets up with an old friend and they come up with an idea. They decide to start their own outdoor business, offering guided tours and hikes in the woods. It’s perfect for them and a great way to do the thing they love. We are also introduced to Ava. Ava is back in town after learning her fiancée was cheating on her with her friend. Ava needs a new job, so she’s back at home for a while to work on getting back on her feet. Her brother sets her up working for him to help with his business so that they can get some structure until she finds something better. Ava is fine with it until her and Dean cross paths. When she was younger Ava had a huge crush on Dean and that infatuation never really left. Dean feels himself being pulled to Ava, but he’s hesitant because he’s friends with her brother. Working with Dean won’t be an easy thing for Ava, but she won’t let her brother or Dean’s attitude stop her from getting what it is she wants.
  Feral by Teagan Kade is an engaging outdoor romance novel. The story is engaging as we read along in first person following Dean and Ava. Dean comes off as a straight forward guy. He has his past, but he doesn’t focus on it and mire himself down in it. He’s working in a business that he enjoys with his two other friends and looking to make it as successful as possible. I like that when he sees Ava for the first time in years that he doesn’t recognize her. He thinks she’s just another tourist because of her attire. Of course when Ava’s brother busts in with the news of whom she is it’s a temporary wet blanket for them both. I like that the author uses Deric as a source of humor sprinkled throughout the story. There is some drama throughout between Dean and Ava, as can be expected, but I’m glad that it doesn’t solely revolve around them. The author throws in quite a bit of danger with them being out in the wild during springtime as well.
  As much as I enjoyed this story I was a bit disappointed with a couple points in it. Dean is called a half-breed a few times in the story, especially early on. I was hoping that the author would give me an explanation as to why someone would call him that right then. This doesn’t happen. I get a small explanation, but only well into the story nearing the end. Also, I wanted a more thorough background on Dean as well. I was left feeling a bit confused at times as to what exactly he did before he got hurt, and how. The author mentions the World Cup, so I can only guess (without reading the blurb) that he played soccer. It’s never directly addressed in the story, like it has been with other sports related stories by this author. I just felt that there was a bit of a disconnect in a couple of spots.
  Overall, this is a really good book. I literally read in a few hours. I have to say that this is probably my favorite one now by this author. The story is fast paced, well written and engaging all the way through. I like the different elements that are brought to the table with this story. For that, I am rating this book 5 out of 5 stars. Despite the few disconnects I felt in the story telling, I feel that the story still carried well. If you are a fan of this author I recommend that you dive into this book and prepare for some outdoor excitement.
  
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  PointedlyBlunt

  After a career-ending injury/scandal, professional mountain biker, Dean, returns to his home town and starts his own ‘adventure tours’ business with his two best friends from school. He keeps to himself and focuses mostly on his business, until one day he meets the first woman that has caught his eye in a while. But he quickly discovers that the woman is Ava, his best friend’s younger sister who is now his employee and strictly off limits.
  
  Dean’s feelings of self-worth have been in the gutter since his own mother chose his stepfather over him, so he definitely doesn’t think he’s good enough for beautiful, successful Ava. Due to that and Dean’s guilt over hiding their relationship from Deric, there’s a lot of push and pull in this story, with Ava doing most of the pushing and Dean doing the pulling away.
  
  Dean hates how much he wants Ava but can’t have her, so he builds his walls high and treats her like crap. But Ava’s no doormat and she pushes back. She didn’t take his gibes lying down and she refused to curl up in a ball and hide. And I loved that.
  
  Feral is sweet and the chemistry is intense and I found myself easily submerged in the pages. My only complaint with the book was the lack of background/detail on some of the characters pasts which I think would’ve helped me connect with them even more.
  
  Safety: Ava just got out of a long-term relationship because her boyfriend/fiancé slept with her roommate. Some references to Dean being a playboy at one time, but he was in a long-term relationship when his injury happened. His gf left him and I got the impression he’s been celibate since returning home. There’s One scene where Dean tries to make Ava jealous by flirting with another woman when he sees her out on a ‘date’ with another guy.
  
  I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
  
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  Scrap

  OH I think this was one of my all time favorite books by Teagan Kade.
  Ava has moved back home after graduating from college, Her mom is so glad
  to have her back her brother Deric is as well. I have to say that I did love Deric
  even though he was such a playboy and was always out drinking he took care
  of his mom and wanted what was best for his little sister, When he offers her a
  part time job with the new business that he Dean and Dex.
  Dean is part Native American and left the small town of Tamanass behind. He dealt
  with prejudice and bigotry all his life, He made it big but lost it all due to a stupid
  bet. So Dean has come home. Where he feels at one with the Mountain and forest
  he grew up in. Dean Deric and Dex were best friends growing up and always took
  off into the woods together. They even had a place they went to hang and hookup with
  girls. The three best friends decide to open a Wild adventure tour company. When Deric
  tells Dean that he hired Ava to work there part time he is furious, Not only because he
  is attracted to her but because of the fact that she is scared of the forest due to an indecent
  when she was young.
  The attraction between Dean and Ava is OFF THE CHARTS HOT. But Dean is not only worried
  about how his best friend is going to react but he feels that he is not good enough for someone
  like Ava.
  There is a HUGE adventure that Ava and Dean have to endure but the Love they have for each other
  is even scarier for them both. This book is one that grabs you from the start and does not let go until
  you finish it, and then it stays with you because you are invested in the other characters in the book
  I cannot wait to read about Dex and Deric
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  Karina

  I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. Ava and Dean were such a hot and sexy couple. I loved their story. It was full of great chemistry between the two and I loved the setting. Ava has always had a crush on Dean, her brother Deric's best friends. Dean hasn't seen Ava in a while and even though when she was much younger and followed Dean, Deric and their other friend Dex around when they were younger he never minded as much as her brother did. Before she left to go to college Dean started to notice Ava was turning into a beautiful young lady but also knew she was off limits. Now she has returned and Dean can't believe his eyes. He doesn't even recognize her at first when he sees her in the grocery store and starts flirting with her. The three friends have started an outdoor adventure company and Deric has asked Ava to work for him. Dean doesn't think he can keep his distance from Ava and thinks her working for them is a bad idea. The sexual tension between Ava and Dean is off the charts and soon they find themselves giving in. They both agree to keep it a secret for awhile. What will her brother think when he finds out? What is Dex's thoughts about what is going on? This was a wonderful read and I loved the adventures they go on with the groups Dean is leading through the mountains. The older group of women he leads along with the help of Ava was so fun to read. I also enjoyed the part where Dean shows his jealousy when he thinks Ava is on a date with someone else. It definitely forces him to realize Ava is the one for him. Fabulous HEA! This is one of my favorite books by Ms Kade to date.
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  Emma

  I received a free copy of this book via InstaFreebie and am voluntarily leaving a review. I did enjoy reading this action adventure romance. It is so engaging that it had my interest from page one and I read it straight through. It is medium paced until we get to the adventure and action. Then it kicks up to a faster pace. The story is about Dean how he grew up against prejudice for being half Native American Indian and then he left the small town of Tamanass and struck it big but lost it all when he had an accident. Even though he had no family in Tamanass he returns because of the woods, mountain and his friends Deric and Dex. Deric's little sister is Ava and has not seen Dean in over eight years. They run into each other at a grocery shop and Dean starts to flirt with her not knowing who she is until her brother comes along and spoils it. The book continues as Ava and Dean struggle with their increased sexual attraction to each other. They go back and forth with confusion and misunderstandings, anger. Dean sets up a Nature Adventure business with Deric and Dex exploring the rapids, mountain climbing, cycling etc. through the wild land. In the story we go on these exciting adventures with Dean and face wild bears, cougars, and more than enough danger to keep you interested. An excellent read. Recommend!
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  Brenda Motza

  I loved this book. I love a Teagan Kade book anyways but this one was awesome!
  
  Dean and Ava were great. Deric was an *ss and Dex was a thorn. Dean, Deric and Dex decided to start an outdoor excursion type of business together since all they three had different kinds of outdoor experience.
  
  Dean, Deric and Dex have been best buddies since childhood and Ava (Deric's little sister) always wanted in the mix but she was too young and scared of everything. When they were kids she wanted to tag along and they wouldn't let her so she decided she was going anyways and got lost in the woods and was found by Dean some time later. After that she never wanted to be anywhere near the great outdoors. Now she is back in town after losing her job and boyfriend to start over and her mother has the great idea that Ava could work for the three "D's" until she can find something. Oh man, that puts Ava right in Dean's sights and the they end up taking their own excursions.
  
  You have Ava, Dean, Deric, Dex and black bears, brown bears, cougars, the red hat society ladies, scouts and more action and adventure than you can shake a stick at.
  
  A total must read.
  
  ******** I voluntarily read an Advance Reader Copy of this book *******
  
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  Raecharmed

  Ava comes back home after college and her brother offers her a job at his company. There's just one problem with working for her brother its one of his business partners....Dean. Ava has always had feelings for Dean but nothing ever happened. She used to try and follow them when they were kids to find out what they did in their private hideaway. Dean hadn't seen Ava since she got back from college so image his surprise when they gorgeous woman he is flirting with in the grocery store turns out to be Ava. Ava's brother warns Dean away yet again but the attraction is too strong for them to fight for long. And its so explosive they can't even manage to keep it a secret. What happens when Ava's brother finds out? Can Ava convince Dean to give them a chance?
  
  This was an amazing story once I started it I couldn't put it down. This was a well written and very entertaining story that will keep you turning pages until the end. The chemistry between Ava and Dean was blazing hot. I can't wait to see what this author writes next.
  
  I voluntarily read and reviewed this book. I enjoyed it so much I bought my own copy.
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  Becky Claxon

  This is a good book. It started a little slow for me, but then it got very interesting. Dean, Deric, and Dex started an outdoor adventure business in their small home town. This was after Dean had been a hotshot on the biking circuit, but hurt himself and had to quit. Deric’s little sister Ava is back in town after a breakup with her boyfriend. She had a crush on Dean when she was younger, but it looks like she still has one. Dean feels like he is a failure and messes up everything in his life. Dean is attracted to Ava, but doesn’t feel like he can do anything about it because of the bro code.
  
  It was fun watching Dean and Ava try to ignore the sexual tension between the two. It got worse when she started working for the guys at their business. Dean could be a real jerk wad when he wanted to. I liked how Ava challenged him and didn’t put up with his crap. I stayed on the edge of my seat when Dean and Ava were in the woods and Ava was hurt. This turned out being a very good romance. I urge you to read the book. I voluntarily read an Advanced Reader’s Copy of this book.
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  We Like them Dark Book Blog

  I was hooked on this story from the start-I’m not sure what it is about this author’s writing, but I absolutely adored it. This is the first book I read by this author, and I know I will be carefully going back and one clicking all of the work she has written.
  Dean is skillfully blessed when it comes to the outdoors-something many people are amazed with, yet find it hard to navigate through in his town. While out for drinks one night with a friend, they decide they should start a company that includes guided tours. The last thing Dean expects from this start up company is to come face to face with someone from his last
  After Ava finds her fiancé cheating on her, she decides she needs a change of scene and moves back to help her brother with his start up business. The only problem-she boy she had a crush on is no longer a boy-and now her brother’s business partner.
  Their chemistry was red hot, and like I said before, the story kept me engaged the whole time. It was a quick read, because I was pretty much glued to my kindle. Loved it!
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  Jackie D

  That has to be the best fitting title for a book I have seen in awhile!
  Woo! This walk on the wild side taboo'ed romance was all that, and the energy packed bars that kept them going could be!
  
  A picturesque, nail-biter, full of throw em' to the wall hotness and maddening roadblocks with a romance that unfolds before your eyes as Ann and Dean make the tug of war sexual tension look like a full frontal sexual tension attack that I thoroughly enjoyed and was thoroughly annoyed haha! ( I am one of those, oh for ___ sake get your crap together people)
  
  Teagan Kade outdid herself with this whirlwind storyline; I was not expecting so much plot twisting, suspense rising, humor-laden sexines along the romance trail- but I loved every unique minute of it! I cannot wait to read Deric and Dex's stories!
  This is one story I highly suggest checking out!!
  
  I wish I could give this book more than 5 stars!
  
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  Chelsea Ortiz-Gonzalez

  *squeal!!!! *deep breath woo-sah
  I was squealing on and off while reading this book. I'm honestly surprised I was still able to get through it in less than 4 hours, since it's difficult to read and squeal at the same time. I have never had a single complaint about Teagan Kade's writing, except for the fact that I am incredibly impatient and want the next book to be published tomorrow.
  Feral was perfect. The characters were written flawlessly. Their story draws you in to where you dont ever want to leave. And the ending. Oh the ending caused me to nearly drop my kindle from more squealing and a weird happy dance thing.
  Long story short. I loved the book.
  I highly recommend YOU read the book.
  You wont regret it.
  Happy reading!
  Oh, P.S.
  I have voluntarily and very happily read and reviewed an ARC version of Feral by Teagan Kade.
  Rating 5 stars
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  Buffy

  Feral and Blaze 5 star books!
  
  Feral came with a few bonus books, one of them being Blaze. Both really good books that you can't pass up. Both have great characters that grab your attention and your heart. Both stories pull you in and make you forget where you are. In Feral I spent a few hours out in the wilderness with black bears, cougar, and a really hot outdoors guide that you wish you could get your hands on.
  Blaze takes place at a firefighters academy with some rally hot characters and let me tell you, I literally LOL'd when they are in the hot springs.... that scene alone was worth reading this book! Great story with action, sexy, love, and crazy drama/twist or whatever you want to call it, at the end. I pretty much spent the whole day reading both stories... it was a great day! Go grab these books now.. so worth it!!!
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  Nicole

  OMG!! I loved this book! I just couldn't stop reading it! I was so glad I started reading it on the weekend so I could finish reading it nonstop!!
  
  I loved how Dean and Ava first met and how he felt towards her. Then big brother Deric keeps putting these two together. First by Ava working with them, leaving her along at the Den with Dean, going to Gracie's to met up for drinks and so on... Then when the Red Hat Society groups insist Ava comes along for their adventure, I know those ladies feel Dean and Ava are distended to be together. It's just a wild adventure with Dean saving Ava and her in the end doing the same for him. I was so happy at he end with what Dean did for Ava at the Den, it was just so perfect.
  
  I will continue to read all of Teagan Kade's books as I CAN NOT get enough!!!
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  Dawn Myers

  Ava and Dean could not be any more different. He is dangerous, looks for the adrenaline high. Ava is nonsense and straight laced. Yet when these two get together there is fireworks. I felt the chemistry between the two from the start. In my opinion Teagan Kade did a good job of portraying the wild in the forest. She made me feel the dark and dangers of the forest and mountain. There is suspense on many fronts, danger and wild hot sex. If you are a Teagan Kade fan in my opinion she did not disappoint and I would recommend. It does start a little slow but does pick up. For me this book was one wild ride. In my opinion this is a fun read. I was given an ARC edition for my honest and voluntary review.