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Briar Boleyn
Stray Cat: Shifters Unbound
by Jennifer Ashley
About this book
Lindsay is a lynx shifter with a wild streak and a heart set on a man who seems determined to keep his distance. For years, she has felt the pull of a fated-mates bond toward Xavier, a rugged operative who views her impetuous nature as a constant source of anxiety. While the connection between them crackles with undeniable tension, Xav remains wary of committing to a relationship that feels as unpredictable as Lindsay herself.
The stakes skyrocket when Xav vanishes during a high-stakes mission, forcing Lindsay to abandon her hesitation and launch a desperate rescue. As she tracks him down, the enemies from Xav’s past emerge from the shadows, eager to exploit his vulnerability. Simultaneously, the pack grows restless, pressuring Lindsay to choose a mate from their limited selection or face the consequences of her independence.
This installment of the Shifters Unbound series masterfully balances high-octane paranormal action with a classic enemies-to-lovers dynamic. Readers will be drawn into the vibrant, atmospheric world of Las Vegas shifters, where danger lurks behind every neon light. If you are looking for a pulse-pounding romance that tests the limits of trust and the power of primal instincts, this is the perfect addition to your reading list.
- Publication Date
- May 25, 2026
- ASIN
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Reader Reviews
February 15, 2026
I forgotten how good this author is and ive been waiting for her second book with a human male lead. Wild cat is one of my favorite books of all time and finally seeing Diego's brother getting his girl was satisfying. I really enjoy this author's style. As a male reader of romance i really enjoy when author's switch it up and show case how ordinary human men can be awesome too with nothing but grit and determination and attract the powerful supernatural female lead. It took years, but she...
May 27, 2025
I always enjoy the shifter stories. There are so many fun characters that are nice to revisit when they pop up in other stories. I wasn't as engaged with Lindsey as with some of the other characters bit it was still fun to read her story. )
July 10, 2025
Great series and great read. Lindsay and Xav danced around each other for a long while. But when the wolves started getting restless because Lindsay was unmated and there wasn't a big selection mate wise for them, they threatened to challenge Xav. Lindsay biggest concern was Xav was human and a challenge was to the death. Her other concern was if they both would experience the mating bond. If only one felt it Lindsay thought it best to break their relationship off. Thing is neither of them knew...
May 29, 2025
We are back on Shifter Town with all the gang for a rip roaring adventure that you can’t put down. All our favorites are back and Lindsey and Xav get there HEA!! Lindsay wanted what all Shifters did—to find the mate bond, that powerful, magical tie that tethered Shifters to their beloved. Little bit of danger and a whole lot of Shifter shenanigans. My favorite time of year when we get a new shifter book. She always blows it out of the park. )
April 13, 2026
Fun series. Best read in order but not needed to understand the plot. Lightweight romantic fantasy but more for a mental vacation than a thought provoking page turner )
