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Northbay Pack #4

Claiming His Passion

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Escaping his past, means embracing his Alpha.

Omega Timothy is known by all as Cujo. Why? Because he bit the alpha he was sold to and hasn’t shifted back since. His pack thinks he lost his humanity, but he is there alongside his wolf. Only he can’t take his skin, his fur is his armor. It’s the only way to keep himself truly safe. They all think he’s a badass, but really he’s just scared…so very scared.

Alpha Vaughn love’s his job as pack Beta and is content being single. Who needs all the stress and drama that come along with finding a mate? After the omegas seek refuge at Northbay, those feelings begin to change, especially when he’s around Cujo. Only problem is that Cujo doesn’t trust him enough to leave his fur long enough to say hello.

That is until one day he does and it changes everything.

Timothy and Vaughn start to build a future Timothy never dared dream could be his, one filled with safety, love, and full acceptance. He should’ve known it was too good to be true.

Claiming His Passion is a sweet with knotty heat M/M Mpreg Shifter Romance by the popular writing team of Jena Wade and Lorelei M. Hart. It features a protective alpha wolf, an omega in search of his humanity, an evil that won’t stay gone, fated love, and adorable babies. If you love your shifters hawt, your omegas strong, and your mpreg with heart, download your copy of Claiming His Potential today.

216 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 22, 2021

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Jena Wade

111 books249 followers
Jena began writing in January of 2013 as a New Year's Resolution--and so far she has stuck to it!

She lives in Michigan. By day she works as a web developer, and at night she writes. Born and raised on a farm, she spends most of her free time outdoors, playing in the garden, or riding her horses. She also helps run the family dairy farm.

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Profile Image for Len Evans Jr.
1,473 reviews224 followers
September 24, 2021
Saved the Very Best for Last!

Wow! This final book was appropriately Cujo aka Timothy's story. It was the perfect way to wrap up the North bay series. Over the four books the authors, , more than delivered so many wonderful people and so many incredible moments as well. Easily the best, so much emotion and so many tears!
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463 reviews3 followers
July 30, 2022
I have to say that the final book in this series is the one I liked the most. I loved to see Timothy getting closer to his human side with Vaughn's help and after some angsty moments, all the hapiness around at the end.
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918 reviews19 followers
February 26, 2022
The perfect conclusion to this series. I'm going to miss the Northbay pack: I'm still somewhat new to the omegaverse genre, but I'm pretty sure I'll be still thinking about these in months to come.

Vaughn and Timothy's story, their much-anticipated HEA, was absolutely lovely. It was a tough journey, an angsty and dark one, since Timothy's has been dealt some really horrific hands, but it was still beautiful, romantic and sweet, unbearably heart-wrenching at times but also so lovely. I loved Vaughn and his uber-protective streak, but Timothy stole my heart: he's known as Cujo, the ultimate badass, but in reality he's terrified and scarred and so vulnerable and insecure you'll want to wrap him in blankets and keep him safe from the world. Together they were just so lovely, so perfect for one another.

Up until yesterday I was sure there wasn't going to be a novel for either one of the twins, so colour me surprised when I discovered that not only there's new series in the works, but also BOOK ONE IS ALREADY OUT. I might wait though, so I can binge-read all of it. I'm so, so excited to read about Lewis and Ralf: they deserve their own happy ending.
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2,998 reviews17 followers
September 22, 2021
I’ve been looking forward to Cujo’s aka Timothy’s story and it was everything I imagined and so much more.

Timothy’s past was ugly and I pretty much got very emotional every time he revealed a some detail. Timothy was a sweet soul and fate couldn’t have chosen a better mate for him.

Vaughn was patient and showered his mate with never ending love. He saw the hurt and pain Timothy carried in his heart but never pushed him, for the details.

Fantastic book - definitely one of my favourites in the series! Can’t wait for the twins books.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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1,671 reviews5 followers
September 27, 2021
Loved Vaughn and Timothy's (Cujo) story. Timothy just broke my heart. With everything he went through and to come out still fighting and finding his mate was just heart warming and emotional.
Vaughn was so patient with him and stood by him no matter what his wolf wanted or needed.
So glad to see the closure that the omega's needed.
Can't wait for the spin off and the twin's stories.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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3,308 reviews61 followers
February 21, 2022
Yay for Cujo!

I was so happy to see him get his HEA. I was so worried that his human side was so buried, but nope, there he was. Vaughn is really awesome too.
1,843 reviews3 followers
September 27, 2021


Cujo's story was definitely worth the wait

Omega Timothy/Cujo, suffered horrendous acts as at the hands of his former owner, Edgar. His only protection was his wolf, so he never shifted to his human form. Subjected to life as a slave from birth, he never though his life could have any meaning, family, or happiness. When he and the other omegas, ran away to join Northbay - one by one, their lives began to change. Due to his abuse, he didn't feel deserving of love. Fate's intervention gave Timothy the mate he needed and deserved.

Alpha Vaughn was a beta of Northbay Pack. Despite being surrounded omegas, none of them seemed to be a fit for him. As his packmates began to find their fated mates and have pups, suddenly the longing began to tear at him. His wolf becomes restless and the only one he seemed to find a sense of calm with was Cujo. But he hasn't yet to shift. No one had seen him as a human. At the time, his name was completely unknown to everyone.

One day, the unthinkable happens. Vaughn is cooking and Timothy appears in his house, and in human form. Day by day, Vaughn assured his mate that he'd move as fast or as slow as he needed to. All he wanted was him. As confidence grew between them, the desire to interact with the other pack members also changed.
Just when things were going wonderful, the Steelwick brothers dealt a blow to Northbay. Edgar was still alive and more formidable than the other members of his former pack. Leave it to pack to take care of their own, but not before Edgar caused a myriad of issues.
In the end, everything came together as it should. Peace at last. Satisfyingly complete HEA.

One powerful bookend to a gripping series!

**I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.**
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4,289 reviews58 followers
October 2, 2021
The addition starts with the book cover….yeah…yeah…yeah don’t judge a book by its cover they say ….well we all do it and this one here it is the scratch to your itch or better yet the filling to your oreos! Within the first chapters you get the panoramic view of whom you’re dealing with! This is book is part of the Northbay Pack series why just read one when you can start at the beginning and keep reading through the series it won’t be a waste of time. The conclusion to the Northbay Pack series! Please, read the previous books in order although, each read as a standalone however, they do tie together. The story of Cujo has been passed around some call him crazy, other’s say he is no longer human, and he keeps his far for protection. After being sold to an alpha all because he was an omega, he bit him and was left alone to live with the rumors of who/what he did but he was happy because other left him alone. Vaughn sexy as all get out alpha, with the patience that make the rest of us look bad 😊, waiting for his mate isn’t hard because he wants him to feel comfortable enough to show his skin and to live in his fur. Timothy (cujo) knows that Vaughn is a good man and will be a good mate, but trust is something foreign to him. The chemistry is insanely intense and the magnetic pull these two mates feel can’t be ignored but what happens when the enemy shows his ugly face, are the strong enough, will Timothy be strong enough, will Vaughn protect him, and can each find peace and happiness?
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989 reviews40 followers
August 16, 2024
- a MM shifter romance! single dad romance, omegaverse, fated mates, wolves, instalove, found family, MPreg, hurt/comfort
- this one i have been SO ready for
- Timothy has been a Wolf for like at least half a decade?? bit insane
- i love how they have a connection before he turns back to human, shows how deep it goes
- they created a special space for the two of them 😭😭
- kinda bummed we didn’t get Timothy shifting into a human for the first time from his POV?? like you still could of had the scene where they ate together but i wanted the reason yannoe
- Timothy taking control of his first time with Vaughn was EVERYTHING, i was so proud of him
- not everyone barging in 💀💀 they all must of been so bamboozled hahaha
- everyone’s reactions to Timothy’s human form was perfect, they all love each other so much 🥹
- i wish we’d gotten Timothy’s back story properly they just get skimming around it
- HE’S PREGNANTTTTT!!!! so happy i could burst
- the bond Timothy creates with Vaughn’s mum was a beaut
- Edgar stealing the money was a bit insane??
- their love for each other is so big and so warm, it’s just amazing
- Timothy running off to confront the enemy was acc incredible?? like i was terrified for him but also so proud!!
- and the way Baxter and Vaughn figured it out?? 😮‍💨😮‍💨
- FIGHT SCENE WAS HOTTTTTT
- and the epilogue with the birthing scene was amazing 😭 i’m just so proud of Timmy’s character development
- and a five year later epilogue?! AMAZING
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3,565 reviews37 followers
September 24, 2021
I loved this book! I was so excited to hear Cujo's story. He's been such a mysterious presence throughout this series. He was named Cujo by his omega packmates for being a strong, alert wolf, and he has never been in his human form in front of the others. But in reality, omega Timothy was uneasy and afraid. To mentally survive his traumatic past, his wolf took control to protect him- most times completely- leaving Timothy completely unaware of what was happening to him and around him. He hid behind his wolf so long, coming back to his human skin was a hard transition. Alpha Vaughn was very understanding and patient with Timothy; helping him and his wolf to cope and grow comfortable. He was very sweet and considerate and I loved seeing them spend time together and grow not only their relationship, but Timothy's own confidence and comfort. I also loved all the time with the rest of the pack. It was beautiful watching the pack growing, advancing, and building for the good of all it's members (and Greycoast). I am super excited for the twins' stories and learning more of the Steelwick pack. Loved this story. 5 stars.
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3,158 reviews37 followers
September 25, 2021
A really enjoyable, heartwarming MM/Mpreg shifter romance that can be read as a standalone (but I would recommend reading the series in sequence, as there are character crossovers). The plot is interesting, easy to follow and is well-written with good world building. The two main characters go on an amazing journey of discovery & trust to finally get their happy ending. There is good support from the secondary characters.
It is about: a beta (Alpha Vaughn) of the Northbay pack discovers that a traumatized omega (Timothy aka Cujo) is his mate & as their relation begins to develop so does the danger increase.
There is: The Alpha (Dylan) of the Northbay pack, a despicable Shadowpine alpha (Edgar), various kinds of shifters & packs, friendship, comradery, fated mates, Mpreg, twists & turns, action, drama, intrigue, suspense, trust issues, memories, distrust, surprises, anticipation, protectiveness, attractions, threats, violence, conflict, contentment, love, some steam & a delightful epilogue with a happy ending. I would really recommend this Mpreg shifter romance (& the series)
1,148 reviews6 followers
September 25, 2021
Fur to skin to fated mate. HEA is assured.

What a stunning conclusion to the Northbay Pack series! Please, read the previous books in order. So good! This last chapter has everything we have been looking forward to. Cujo's story. Yes, he finally takes his skin and tells us his name...Timothy. Vaughn has been waiting for him. He knows Timothy is his fated mate, and will wait patiently til he's ready. All our old friends are here; the alphas & their mates, the brave omegas, and the twins. Ooh, and cookies. Lots of cookies. An old enemy shows up, and the final confrontation is breathtaking. Yes, there are hot, sexy times. Keep your fan ready. HEA is assured. Although this series is ending, a new one is set up. Two members of the Steelwick Pack know the twins are their fated mates. So... New series. I. Can't. Wait!
This book contains adult themes and language, mm sex and is intended for mature readers only.
4,026 reviews16 followers
September 29, 2021
When the time is right!? Vaughn is noticing how his fellow pack Alphas are finding their mates. He is content being single and independent. He is aware though. He keeps a close eye on omega, Cujo. He doesn't understand why he's more attuned to him than the others, but he is aware. He finds Cujo beautiful and fierce. When Cujo takes skin, he is delighted and instantly all in. Cujo, feels safe with Vaughn. He has to work through a lot to understand and his wolf is very wise. In this story, Cujo's wolf has more personality than I've read in any story. He makes decisions for both of them that shows he's absolutely in tune with his human. Does Vaughn have the patience, the wisdom the fortitude to navigate through Timothy's recovery from his trauma? A few unexpected developments keep the story frosty. Good story. Good flow. Well done! I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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945 reviews7 followers
December 28, 2023

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Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐🌟
Hot: 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
É uma leitura F(. . .), desculpe pela palavra, eu amei 🖤. . .
Amei! Ele estava a um bom tempo em forma de lobo, sempre estando perto para proteger quem ele ama, mas muita coisa tinha acontecido, e seu pesadelo foi destruído, e agora seu lobo em um piscar de olhos o deixou sair, e na casa do seu companheiro ele estava, tudo começou em uma luta para estar de volta. Ele tinha entrado e foi um choque quando compreendeu que era seu companheiro, surpresa ainda por saber que ele estava ali esse tempo todo em forma de lobo. O mal escapou, e isso trouxe sérios problemas, mas tudo com os amigos certos, pode ser resolvido. Ele se foi e a paz ficou, permitindo a matilha florescer e crescer.. 🥰🤭 que venha o próximo livro. . . Boa Leitura 😘
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1,265 reviews40 followers
September 22, 2021
Finally, we get the story we have been waiting for: Cujo! He always appeared to be the most damaged of the omegas that showed up to Northbay, hiding away in his Wolf. Vaughn was such a good choice for him.

Throughout this series it’s been so wonderful to see all the omegas find their fated mates. Cujo couldn’t take his skin to see if his mate was within Northbay. It took a long time, and some jambalaya, to bring Timothy to the surface. Vaughn was incredibly patient and gently with Timothy. I loved this pairing of the two.

I am excited for the start of the Steelwick Pack series and reading about Ralf and Lewis and their fated mates.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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18.9k reviews320 followers
September 28, 2021
Vaughn and Cujo/Timothy's Story . . .

This story was a little different than many. Omega Timothy is nicknamed Cujo because he had bitten an alpha he was sold to and has remained in shifter form for a very long time. Some surmise he lost his humanity and will remain in wolf form. But the truth is that he is afraid and his wolf is protecting him.

Alpha Vaughn is the Northbay Pack’s Beta. He didn’t mind not having a mate until the omegas joined them. When he is near Cujo, he feels an attraction to him. But Cujo won’t show his human self to anyone. But Vaughn doesn’t give up on him. He is calm and soothing to Cujo as their level of trust builds. When Cujo finally shows his human form, is Timothy finally ready for a relationship with Vaughn? Or will there be trouble ahead?
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2,043 reviews10 followers
September 28, 2021
This was good and grabbed my attention from the start. Finally knowing Cujo/Timothy's story was a treat. Timothy getting his happiness and peace was wonderful. I loved how he was able to come back to his "skin" due to finding his fated mate in Vaughn. I really thought it would have took longer to coax him out but things happened fast once his wolf recognized his mate. He still had issues but he was so determined to overcome his traumatic past that I was cheering him on. Just waiting for something bad to happen had me on pins and needles and hoping that all would end well and the guys will finally have their happiness. I got my happy ending and a pretty good epilogue that had me smiling.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Profile Image for Caroline Doig.
5,401 reviews46 followers
September 30, 2021
Vaughn’s wolf was close to the surface he was edgy Vaughn believed that his wolf was anticipating meeting their mate, Vaughn wanted a mate as well but he didn’t see it in the foreseeable future. Timothy is an omega he was sold by his father the pack alpha to a cruel man but Timothy couldn’t remember much about that time and since then he has been in his wolf form he feels broken and unworthy so he stays in his wolf form he can’t turn back into his human form but he knows that he is safe in the Northbay pack and there is one alpha in the pack who he feels something for but Timothy believes that he wasn’t good enough for anyone including Vaughn. This is a very emotional story I loved it and the characters and I highly recommend this book it’s well worth the read.
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318 reviews4 followers
October 24, 2021
I Recommend you read this series. Better to be read after Greycoast series, but will stiil be enjoyable even if you do not.
Oops, I did it again... binge read right through multiple books in the series before adding to Goodreads.
I was Goodreads recommended a book. When looking into it, another reader mentioned reading this authors series of Greycoast, which I did. Loved it. Then that led me to this series, Northbay. This series is just as good as the other. I never read these authors before, they are awesome!
One of my favorites are when authors do the unexpected making you think: well, I didn't see that coming. These authors do that and more. Another is when they go against the norm... These authors do that also!!
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2,753 reviews24 followers
October 4, 2021
This a sweet, romantic and interesting story. Cujo is still healing from his traumatic life, but he's finally ready to show himself to Vaughn. He slowly becomes more comfortable around the pack, Vaughn doing everything he can to help make it easier. Vaughn immediately realizes that Cujo is his mate, but it takes some convincing to get Cujo to accept that he not broken and worthless. Unfortunately, the past isn't completely in the past for the pack, and trouble soon comes looking for them. Cujo is a really sweet guy. Vaughn is patient and kind. The couple will capture your heart.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.
94 reviews
September 24, 2021
Wonderful

I have been waiting forever for Cujo to get his story. And to see sweet, brave Timothy emerge from his wolf.

Vaughn and Timothy's story was so beautiful. Vaughn treated him with respect and made certain others did to. He didn't treat him with kid gloves except when he was expecting. And the ferociousness he protected his Mate, was Awesome!

Now ladies, when do we get those handsome Lions and sweet Twins' books?
1,000 reviews5 followers
September 23, 2021
Great story

I have throughly enjoyed this series and I am sad to see it end. I absolutely loved this story and I’m really glad that Cujo finally got his HEA. The world building and the characters are fantastic. I can’t wait for the next series and to read the rest of the omegas stories.
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6,203 reviews23 followers
September 26, 2021
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. A great story of healing and courage to fight for his new life. Timothy spent his life since his rescue as a wolf until he became human again to be with Vaughn, his mate. I really liked how Timothy's recovery and Vaughn's love for his mate were covered in this story.
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Author 16 books147 followers
April 30, 2022
I’ve loved reading these Omegas stories. I’m looking forward to reading about Ralf and Lewis too. This one still had typos and there were a couple of times the POV seemed off which did pull me out of the story a little but I will still keep reading these authors because the bones of the story and the characters are fantastic.
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1,127 reviews5 followers
September 23, 2021
Cujo finally takes his skin

Cujo & Vaughn's romance is sweet and unexpectedly fast. I took off a star because the conflict came out of nowhere at the end, and there were some moments that didn't make sense to me.
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397 reviews
September 24, 2021
amazing

I love this series so much!!! Waiting until 2022 for Lewis and Raif to have their story will drive me crazy but it’s only because they are such freaking good books. This was the best of the series and they are all fabulous.
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351 reviews
September 24, 2021
Of the Northbay Pack and Greycoast Pack books I’ve read I have to admit this one is my favorite. I loved both main characters, Timothy being my absolute favorite omega from the start of the series and he more than lived up to my expectations.
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2,634 reviews23 followers
September 26, 2021
Healing

I think Timothy’s story,Cujo, is my favorite out of all of them. As the one who never shifted from his wolf form, some wondered if he ever would. But all it takes is kind words and finding your fated mate. Vaughan and Timothy are perfect!
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