Free Embracing The Lion (Gray Bears 6) by Natalie Kristen

were all
lovely, kind people.
    By a bizarre twist of fate,
her turning had freed her from the shackles of her slavery, and from
a loveless, hopeless life.
    She had long forgotten how it
felt to belong to a loving family. But this small town felt like one
big, happy family. Sure there were squabbles and disputes, but by
and large, the townspeople looked out for one another. When there
was danger, they put aside their differences and stood as one to
defend and protect their home.
    And this was what Shadow
Point felt like. Home.
    Tara never ceased to be
amazed at how much love and happiness she felt every single day. She
was so grateful to be alive, to be surrounded by so many people she
loved and who loved her right back.
    “This is the best
barbeque ever,” Rosalina declared as she made her way to Gramma
and Ne-ma's grill. Tara blinked in surprise as she watched the
Master Vampire saunter to the back of the line and queue up like
everyone else for buttered corn. No preferential treatment was given
to anyone, and everyone was equal in this quirky, lively little town.
    “Hey, come over and eat
your vegetables,” Rosalina nagged at her coven members. “Too
much red meat is bad for you.”
    Tara laughed as the vampires
grimaced and made faces at their Master, but obediently got in line,
grumbling under their breaths.
    Tara rested her head on her
mate's strong shoulder and sighed with utter contentment and bliss.
The night breeze carried the smell of food and cooking down the
streets as happy shouts and laughter rang through the whole town.
    She loved every sight, smell
and sound. Everything and everyone was just so warm and familiar.
    This was her home, her
family, her town.
    This...was her
happily-ever-after.

    ~ End ~

About the Author

    Natalie Kristen is a writer
who enjoys mixing the sweet with the spicy, the light with the dark,
the possibilities with the unimaginable. She enjoys exploring
paranormal and dystopian worlds, deep desires and inspiring romances.
She is hopelessly addicted to coffee, chocolate, reading and
writing. She loves to hear from readers so please feel free to
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