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Ursus Borealis
Selena Aires is fine with her nine-to-five life in the city, using her spare time to create art instead of making friends or finding love. Her mentor begins to insist she’s on the wrong path.
When he dies, her grief and faith in his convictions prompts her to move to a small town in the lofty Sierra Nevada Mountains. But more is waiting for her in Quincy than the invigorating pine-scented air, endless trails, and the perfect artist bungalow. What Selena didn’t expect was an encounter with an astonishing man whose barely restrained power calls to something buried in her she had no idea was there.
The alpha of the North Star Pack thought he’d faced every challenge until he laid eyes on the new human in his territory, a beautiful artist with the heart of a warrior. Andras Johns knows instantly his life will never be the same.
The two of them must find a way to merge their opposing worlds while Selena grapples with her feelings for a man with a mystery beneath the surface and faces a destiny that’s expanded beyond her wildest imagination, a destiny fraught with peril in a world that just keeps getting stranger. Ursus Book One is great for those who love fantasy and romance. It's a page-turner with amazing action scenes that will keep you interested chapter after chapter! The book talks about lives intertwined by magic and destiny, and the author tells it all in a very dynamic way. It's also a good tale for Twilight fans. Marcia What an imaginative, fascinating, and "steamy" read! I really enjoyed it! Thank you! Can't wait for Book 2!! - A. Forehand I really enjoyed this book. The plot was intriguing as it had a lot of twists and turns. The characters are very likable and you find yourself urging them to overcome their challenges! Can’t wait for the next book! - Karen O'Connor
When he dies, her grief and faith in his convictions prompts her to move to a small town in the lofty Sierra Nevada Mountains. But more is waiting for her in Quincy than the invigorating pine-scented air, endless trails, and the perfect artist bungalow. What Selena didn’t expect was an encounter with an astonishing man whose barely restrained power calls to something buried in her she had no idea was there.
The alpha of the North Star Pack thought he’d faced every challenge until he laid eyes on the new human in his territory, a beautiful artist with the heart of a warrior. Andras Johns knows instantly his life will never be the same.
The two of them must find a way to merge their opposing worlds while Selena grapples with her feelings for a man with a mystery beneath the surface and faces a destiny that’s expanded beyond her wildest imagination, a destiny fraught with peril in a world that just keeps getting stranger. Ursus Book One is great for those who love fantasy and romance. It's a page-turner with amazing action scenes that will keep you interested chapter after chapter! The book talks about lives intertwined by magic and destiny, and the author tells it all in a very dynamic way. It's also a good tale for Twilight fans. Marcia What an imaginative, fascinating, and "steamy" read! I really enjoyed it! Thank you! Can't wait for Book 2!! - A. Forehand I really enjoyed this book. The plot was intriguing as it had a lot of twists and turns. The characters are very likable and you find yourself urging them to overcome their challenges! Can’t wait for the next book! - Karen O'Connor
- GenresShapeshifters
Kindle Edition
Published July 16, 2021
About the author
D.L. Lewellyn
7books26followersD. L. Lewellyn is an independent author writing fantasy paranormal romance every chance she gets. A passion for writing took her by surprise in 2021 following a summer of voracious pandemic-induced reading in a new favorite genre, paranormal romance.
Besides self-publishing The Starlight Chronicles novels, her stories have found homes in anthologies published by Dragon Soul Press, and many more are in the works. Ask anyone who knows her, and they'll tell you she's a dedicated multi-crafter.
She also enjoys blogging, chatting with authors and other creators on her monthly Sunday Spotlight, and classic cinema nights with her husband, dogs, and a big bowl of popcorn.
Besides self-publishing The Starlight Chronicles novels, her stories have found homes in anthologies published by Dragon Soul Press, and many more are in the works. Ask anyone who knows her, and they'll tell you she's a dedicated multi-crafter.
She also enjoys blogging, chatting with authors and other creators on her monthly Sunday Spotlight, and classic cinema nights with her husband, dogs, and a big bowl of popcorn.
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January 25, 2022
I really enjoyed this book. The plot was intriguing as it had a lot of twists and turns. The characters are very likable and you find yourself urging them to overcome their challenges! Can’t wait for the next book!
July 21, 2021
Enjoyed it!
When I heard my cousin had written a book I just had to check it out and support her! Very pleased with how good it is and I can't wait for number 2!
When I heard my cousin had written a book I just had to check it out and support her! Very pleased with how good it is and I can't wait for number 2!
May 2, 2023
Selena is a beautiful artist who has mastered martial arts and is an excellent shot. She might be too perfect to be relatable to an imperfect reader like myself, but she is likable and easy to root for. Andras is powerful but sweet and respectful of Selena and her independence. Their attraction is instant, but the relationship takes time to build which I appreciated. There is a large cast and a lot going on in this first book to set up the series.
September 3, 2021
Ursus Borealis: Book One is great for those who love fantasy and romance. It's a page-turner with amazing action scenes that will keep you interested chapter after chapter! The book talks about lives intertwined by magic and destiny, and the author tells it all in a very dynamic way. It's also a good tale for Twilight fans.
July 7, 2024
What a cliff hanger definitely NOT a standalone tale
What can I say but the book cover has got to be one of my all time favourites. I was intrigued by the image of the bear and the beautiful background of the stars. This book is unlike anything I've read before, if I'm honest a little bit overwhelming so much is packed in. Shapeshifters, aliens, magic users. There is action, adventure thrills and spills just so much happening.
However, I did love the characters, Selena a talented artist a little pocket rocket who loves nature and is well able to take care of herself in a sticky situation. She is drawn to the beautiful handsome hulk that is Andras Jones a kind caring soul in a very fit body with the most dreamy eyes. He is surrounded by colleagues and friends who are equally fit and easy on the eye. (What can I say but the descriptions almost had me swooning.)
Also I actually had to pause reading once or twice to check out some of the music and singers mentioned in the story. It was a nice interlude and I will be checking out more at some point. I'm so glad I didn't read this when it was first published because the story ends abruptly on a real cliff hanger, and I would have been devastated if I'd have had to wait for the next instalment.
I actually let out a loud and long "Noooo!" before remembering I could immediately download book 2 so that's what I'm off to do. Happy Reading Book Lovers 📚📖
What can I say but the book cover has got to be one of my all time favourites. I was intrigued by the image of the bear and the beautiful background of the stars. This book is unlike anything I've read before, if I'm honest a little bit overwhelming so much is packed in. Shapeshifters, aliens, magic users. There is action, adventure thrills and spills just so much happening.
However, I did love the characters, Selena a talented artist a little pocket rocket who loves nature and is well able to take care of herself in a sticky situation. She is drawn to the beautiful handsome hulk that is Andras Jones a kind caring soul in a very fit body with the most dreamy eyes. He is surrounded by colleagues and friends who are equally fit and easy on the eye. (What can I say but the descriptions almost had me swooning.)
Also I actually had to pause reading once or twice to check out some of the music and singers mentioned in the story. It was a nice interlude and I will be checking out more at some point. I'm so glad I didn't read this when it was first published because the story ends abruptly on a real cliff hanger, and I would have been devastated if I'd have had to wait for the next instalment.
I actually let out a loud and long "Noooo!" before remembering I could immediately download book 2 so that's what I'm off to do. Happy Reading Book Lovers 📚📖
January 29, 2024
wow unbelievable
This book is so good. The writing is unbelievable. It’s a slow build up to a crescendo of action. I love shifter books and this one is over the top. Can’t wait to get to the next book to find out what happens to Selena and Andras and the rest of the shifters. What fate awaits them.
This book is so good. The writing is unbelievable. It’s a slow build up to a crescendo of action. I love shifter books and this one is over the top. Can’t wait to get to the next book to find out what happens to Selena and Andras and the rest of the shifters. What fate awaits them.
June 6, 2024
There was so many side characters and names mentioned in this book sometimes it was hard to keep up but overall pretty good.
Kinda reminded me of Brice by Ali Hazelwood but with a bear shifter instead.
Shifter romance
Fates mates
Slow burn
Kinda reminded me of Brice by Ali Hazelwood but with a bear shifter instead.
Shifter romance
Fates mates
Slow burn
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