3.96 AVERAGE

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bookishlynomes's review

5.0

The Wild Wolf's Rejected Mate is book 5 in the Five Packs series--and is quite possibly my favourite. This story perfectly balances more serious topics, such as dealing with anxiety and trauma, with lighter moments, such as learning to play and flirt.

Annie experiences a trauma in her childhood that affects every part of her life. Her fear and anxiety are a constant companion (in more ways than one) in her daily life. So when Justus first enters her life, she's completely unprepared for how her life will change.

As for Justus, he hasn't had the easiest upbringing either, but he had the support and love of his pack to help him grow into the man/wolf he's become.

I absolutely adored Annie and Justus and found Justus' playfulness to be a delightful addition to the range of heroes in this series. Despite the rejection that initially occurs between these mates, Justus is a cinnamon roll alpha, and I loved every minute of it. His desire to keep and woo Annie while not stifling her spirit was so sweet.

I won't say too much more because I think you should read it to discover how their story unfolds!

As for the writing, Cate C. Wells has done it again! Her writing style and storylines are so easy to sink into. The world-building is thorough and easy to follow, the characters are well-developed with personalities and flaws that feel realistic, and the romance is always steamy. With every book that Cate releases, she proves again and again why she's one of my favourite, auto-buy authors!

If you enjoy omegaverse romance or are new to the subgenre and want to give it a go, definitely read this book! Each of the books in the Five Packs series can be read standalone, so you can start here or from the beginning with The Tyrant Alpha's Rejected Mate.

Disclaimer: Thanks Cate C. Wells for the ARC!
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accordingtobecs's review

4.0
emotional funny

yoopiedoopie's review

3.0

actually fell to my knees sobbing (derogatory) when i read the phrase girl dinner in a published book

i honestly hated this a little. i just really disliked this dynamic. annie still working on processing her trauma and magical mating cures all or smt 😭 

the_logophile's review

4.5

Despite having the rejected mate and estranged trope, I loved it. 
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mslori's review

3.25
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

billireads's review

4.25
adventurous emotional hopeful medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: No
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pixe's review

3.75
emotional medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated
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queenhufflegruff's review

5.0
challenging emotional funny hopeful tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

mmthomas15's review

4.0

My fave of the series so far!
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lookatme's review

5.0

If I could give this book 7 stars I would!! Cate outdid herself.
IF you want HOT, strong alpha, but a green flag hunk this book is for you. LISTEN TO ME (sorry Im excited) This is the best book she ever wrote. I was scared because at one point she mentioned that its giving her trouble but HOT DAMN . The way this was written, the way their characters were made, the way last pack was integreted in this story is magnificent. I thought nothing could ever beat Kilean and his pack but this. I have a feeling like Jane Austen wrote this book. Not that other books werent great, but its like she had some epiphany and wrote like shifter book 9000. His feelings bashful looks, the hurt. I was longing to read something that would give me that squeeze in my chest for a while. THIS BOOK WAS SO GOOD U DONT NEED SPICE, BUT MIND U, WE STILL GOT SPICE