While reading this booked i did not get the same Wow factor when reading similar paranormal books.It had the Action and Hot Romance but seemed to come up lacking of the wow factor.

Fast paced and entertaining, this novella has a strong female character, and plenty of romance and action. While it can be read by itself, I now plan to read the series as this book only left me wanting more.

The bonds of friendship are as strong as the bonds of family, but only if the heart follows. And Sapphire's heart is huge. But is it big enough for Eli? Can his jaguar convince the wolf that he will be her perfect mate? And will the two of them form a bond that can defeat evil? A quick and sassy read full of action and adventure

Sapphire thinks she is cursed with men until one night turned into so much more with Eli. They take a long journey to rescue her friend Luna and daughter Leslie from an abusive partner. Watch how they come together both as partners in life and fighting the rogue wolfs from Luna and Leslie’s ex pack.
This is a good taste into the Crescent Moon series and would be worth checking out the other stories.
I was given an ARC of this book by Netgalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

I enjoyed this book for a novella it had a lot packed in, the story flowed smoothly from start to finish. Eli and Sapphire were well matched, their romance was hot again I have to say for such a short read it packed a punch.

I hope Leslie and Luna will get their own books they seem like interesting characters and definitely have stories waiting to be told.

I enjoyed my visit to this world and look forward to the next book

Thank you to Netgalley For generously providing me with the opportunity of this ARC

Jaguar's Mate (Crescent Moon, #8) by Katie Reus is a paranormal romance that an be read as a stand alone. This is a sweet story with mild suspense. Eli and Sapphire had a brief encounter prior to them working together to help out one of Sapphire's friends. The story is fairly predictable and flows along nicely. No extreme drama or angst. I think that the story itself is too short to lend itself to the drama that does unfold. I just kept waiting for more, but of the books I've read in this series, they all follow the same pretense. All in all a nice addition.

Jaguar’s Mate is a novella in the Crescent Moon shifter series by Katie Reus and is a short, steamy but fast-paced novella featuring Sapphire, a wolf shifter with commitment issues and Eli, a jaguar shifting bounty hunter who isn’t about to take no for an answer from his mate.

What I love about these books is that it’s usually the heroine who is reluctant to commit while, although the hero is still all alpha, at the same time he isn’t pushy with it in the usual “me Tarzan, You Jane” type scenario . He’s willing to let things move at his mate’s pace just so long as he’s close to her. All in all this book is a good way to spend your lunch hour.

This is the 8th book in the series but can easily be read as a stand-alone. Sapphire and Eli share a couple of amazing nights together before she runs. Eli know she is her mate and won’t let her go that easily. Fast-paced read with steamy chemistry and an entertaining story. Just wish it was longer. I really liked it.

This quick read is part of a larger series but can absolutely be read as a standalone novella. I’m not 100% sure I remember who anyone is most of the time, especially when there are a lot of side characters flying around in these worlds, and I didn’t lose anything from this book.

Sapphire has some baggage. Having dated a few people who, upon breaking up, immediately found their mates has left her with a bit of a complex. A byproduct of this is her determination to avoid long term relationships. Eli, unfortunately, has unfortunately had to suffer for Sapphire’s misgivings. After spending some time together that he thought was heading somewhere, she snuck out in the middle of the night, never to be seen again. She even used a fake name! After finally tracking her down, he is determined to make her acknowledge the fact that they are mates.

Sapphire has a bigger issue going on other than her love life, though. Her friend has a kid who has stumbled into an abusive relationship. After a lot of discussion and finally discovering she’s pregnant, they’re ready to make a break for it. Sapphire, being the tough chick and awesome friend that she is, offers to help them escape their pack. On her way out the door, imagine her surprise when she is saddled with a partner – Eli.

These two are great fun to watch as their relationship grew. I completely enjoy a self-contained short story that has a little bit of everything. There’s action, romance, adventure, and a HEA. If any of those thing interest you, why are you waiting? Pick this novella up today!

This is a voluntary review of an advanced copy.

Sapphire is the "lucky" date as every man she has dated, finds his mate after going out with her. She feels like she is cursed and has kind of given up on love and having a mate.

Good thing that Eli does not give up easily as Sapphire does not make things easy for him. He goes along with her when she rescues her friend's daughter from an abusive relationship, and along the way lowers her guard.

There is lots of action and romance as they rescue her friends and Sapphire starts to hope that maybe she could have a mate.

: JAGUAR’S MATE is the eighth instalment in Katie Reus’ contemporary, adult CRESCENT MOON paranormal, romance series. This is jaguar shifter and tracker Eli Scott, and wolf shifter Sapphire Zappa’s story line. JAGUAR’S MATE can be read as a stand alone without any difficulty. Any important information from the previous story lines is revealed where necessary.

Told from dual third person perspectives (Sapphire and Eli) JAGUAR’S MATE follows the second chance relationship and romance between jaguar shifter and tracker Eli Scott, and wolf shifter Sapphire Zappa. Eli Scott found his mate, one month earlier, a woman who ran after a one-night stand. Hoping to reconnect with the woman that call’s to his heart, Eli heads into Kendrick Pack territory only to discover that Sapphire is about to do some tracking of her own. When her best friend’s daughter needs help out of an abusive relationship, Sapphire and Eli head into another wolf’s territory in an effort to rescue one of their own. What ensues is the rebuilding romance between Sapphire and Eli, and the potential fall-out as our couple find themselves hunted as well.

JAGUAR’S MATE is a novella-length tale of fated mates. Katie Reus pulls the reader in a fast paced, passionate and imaginative story wherein jaguar intends to claim the mate of his heart. The premise is encouraging; the characters are animated and strong.

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Katie Reus’ Jaguar's Mate is a short novella that takes place in the Crescent Moon shifter world. Jaguar’s mate just happens to be a wolf who is part of the Alabama pack. For a short book there is a constant change of setting from Alabama to Wyoming to Montana. Along the way several previous characters make an appearance. For those who have been reading the series that is a plus, for those who are reading it as a stand-alone, it is not a problem. The background of these characters is not necessary to fully enjoy Jaguar’s Mate.

Road trip, sneaky escape and fight scene all along the way of find Eli and Sapphire’s HEA. They have a past so while it is not instant love the instant mating pull is among these shifter stories. There is the expect heat to go with the attraction in this fast moving plot. Since it is not as long as some of Darkness series books there is not as much time for in depth character building especially with the villain. Still for a couple of hours of reading, it is enjoyable and attention holding.

Jaguar's Mate was the first book I read in this series, and even though it's the eighth one in line, I thought it was a good introduction to these characters. We didn't see too many secondary characters, but there were a few appearances from ones that I think already have stories and those small glimpses were enough to intrigue me to want to go back and start this from the beginning.

As for the characters that the book focused on, I enjoyed both of them. Sapphire and Eli had a pretty intense and fast connection. They did have an encounter that happened off screen, maybe in the previous book, so this story picks up a few weeks after that. I wasn't lost about their meeting at all and instead really liked that I got to see them as they were now with Eli stepping up to be a friend to Sapphire when she needs help. And also to be there when the chemistry they have between them becomes too much for her to ignore.

Overall, I thought this was a really intriguing story and I would recommend it for anyone. You can definitely read this one without reading the other books in the series and I think it's a great way to introduce yourself to this world if you haven't already.

Jaguar's Mate by Katie Reus is book 8 in the Crescent Moon Series. This is the story of Eli and Sapphire. I have read the previous book, but fee you can make this a standalone book if you wish to do so. Sapphire and Eli had a hot two day encounter but Sapphire slipped out on the last morning. Now about a month later, Eli has tracked her down. Elie is working to find out why she ran from but also steps forward to help her friend. Ms. Reus books are always a page turner for me and this one was no different. A quick hot read!

Love the Crescent Moon series and love all the hot shifters. Great story line that moves quickly and has plenty of action. The main characters have wonderful chemistry with each other from the start and interact well with the other characters. Another hit by a truly engaging author.

Jaguar’s Mate by Katie Reus

Paranormal shifter romance novella from the Crescent Moon series. Can be read as a standalone.
Sapphire and Eli had a brief tryst but Sapphire is commitment shy so ran from the fear of getting attached. A friend in need has the pair in close confines on a rescue mission and those pheromones will not be ignored. Eli was willing to give Sapphire a little time and space to get used to him being around, but he knows she his mate.
A sexy romp ensues.
Eli is a strong wolf, knows what she wants and takes it.

I love the values of the wolf packs. No one puts up with physical abuse. It’s simply not tolerated and the abusers are extinguished. Sure, a bit harsh, but they are not human and they don’t live by human laws.

I received a copy of this book from NetGalley. I also purchased a copy of the book. A favorite author of mine.

That was a sweet short read. I enjoyed the characters and the flow of the story. There was no great exciting pull but everything pulled together well.

Lovely novella , short quick read that was lots of fun. Good lead characters and chemistry. A great standalone read.

Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion

Jaguar's Mate is a sweet addition to the Crescent Moon series but like the others can be read standalone. I absolutely love Sapphire. She is a grown she-wolf shifter who feels as if love is not in the cards for her. Jaguar shifter Eli is determined to change her mind. This story will pluck the heartstrings.

I volunteered to read and review an advanced readers copy thru Netgallery of Jaguar's Mate . I will start by saying I
really enjoyed reading this paranormal shifter romance . It's a well written .
This is action packed , full of suspense and intrigue and alot of hot sexy times .
Sapphire is a wolf shifter she manages The Cresent Moon Bar and Grill for her pack . She's going to rescue her best friend and her daughter from an abusive
relationship . Eli a Jaguar shifter comes to town searching for her after an intense night that her feelings scared her and she ran . He steps up to help
With the rescue and win Sapphire's heart during which danger follows .
I highly recommend taking the time to read this story .