Published: Nov. 12, 2011
Words: 32,783 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9781465795335

Short description

Natural born wicca Elizabeth Xavier likes her life just the way it is. What she didn't expect was to be asked to perform a binding ceremony in the local were-bear den and tie herself forever to a were-bear as a permanent guard. When she goes through with the ceremony, she plans to keep the bear at arms' length. Too bad no one told her bears don't like to be kept at arms length from their woman.

Extended description

Natural born wicca Elizabeth Xavier likes her life just the way it is. She has a beautiful lake house. Power to rival just about anyone. And seven men that cater to her every desire. What she didn't expect was to be asked to perform a binding ceremony in the local were-bear den and tie herself forever to a were-bear as a permanent guard. She didn't like anyone telling her what to do, and giving a man a supernatural tie to her life meant he'd probably want to boss her around, too. Or tell her she couldn't enjoy her casual relationships with the other men in her life. Guilt is a strong motivator, as is the reminder that she was abducted several months earlier, so she goes into the den with the intention of securing a guard and keeping him at arms' length. Too bad no one told her that were-bears don't like to be kept at arms' length.

When Elizabeth realizes that more than just her personal protection is up for grabs from the bear she binds herself to, can she go through with it.. (Read more) Natural born wicca Elizabeth Xavier likes her life just the way it is. She has a beautiful lake house. Power to rival just about anyone. And seven men that cater to her every desire. What she didn't expect was to be asked to perform a binding ceremony in the local were-bear den and tie herself forever to a were-bear as a permanent guard. She didn't like anyone telling her what to do, and giving a man a supernatural tie to her life meant he'd probably want to boss her around, too. Or tell her she couldn't enjoy her casual relationships with the other men in her life. Guilt is a strong motivator, as is the reminder that she was abducted several months earlier, so she goes into the den with the intention of securing a guard and keeping him at arms' length. Too bad no one told her that were-bears don't like to be kept at arms' length.

When Elizabeth realizes that more than just her personal protection is up for grabs from the bear she binds herself to, can she go through with it, even if it means losing everything she enjoyed about her life? Will she go back on her word and destroy the alliance between the two groups, or does happiness lay in the underground den in the arms of a were-bear? When more than just the alliance and her own personal protection is on the line, Elizabeth has to make a decision fast. The decision to take a guard has never been so important.

This novella is for mature audiences only and contains a feisty play-girl witch with a sarcastic attitude, some red-hot were-bear loving of the menage variety, jealous lovers, claws and fangs galore, and some roadside nookie hot enough to melt the tires from the truck. This book contains M/F/M interaction.
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wicca, menage, spells, werebears, covens, dens

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Review by: Crystal Dawn on May 23, 2013 :
This was a very good read. Sets up a series nicely.
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Review by: Mandy Moore on Nov. 23, 2012 :
I really loved this book, I am very glad that I decided to read it!
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Review by: Julie Emmons on Nov. 10, 2012 :
I so loved this book! I have read it more than once!
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Review by: hrhsophia on Oct. 15, 2012 :
I thought it a bit complicated at first but once it nareowed down to the main characters I enjoyed it very much. Very hot sex scenes!
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Review by: Alice V on July 28, 2012 :
I really liked the story of a wiccan woman who just can't get enough of men and then meets her match I the twins, Axe and Ash. Its a different kind of love story because polygamy is involved yet instead of a Mann taking more than one wife, its a woman who takes more than one husband. I hope the next installments have more action and the same amount of hot sexy scenes as this one has.
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Review by: MC Cary on July 16, 2012 : (no rating)
Is Laurell K Hamilton a favorite author of yours?
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Review by: Becky Swan on April 20, 2012 :
Great read.
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Review by: niki rooff on March 23, 2012 :
Loved this book, can't wait for the sequel
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Review by: PixieBoo on March 10, 2012 :
Awesome book. I just wished it was longer as I was very intrigued by the worlds n characters involved. Looking forward to your next book. Well done!
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Review by: Laurin on March 04, 2012 :
amazing-easily my favorite story on Smashwords
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Review by: Jamie Q on Jan. 26, 2012 :
This was a really great story! Looking forward to reading more from this author.
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Review by: Joie Luck on Jan. 24, 2012 :
I really loved this story it was great I wish it was longer.
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Review by: Red Phoenix on Jan. 01, 2012 :
Great characters and awesome men (who doesn't want a bunch of hot men fighting over you?) A fun read that makes you crave more.

Two men is twice the fun!
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Review by: Christeen on Dec. 30, 2011 :
I really enjoyed this book. The character dynamic worked and was really hot... Hope to read more from this author.
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Review by: Indara on Dec. 30, 2011 :
I loved it! Looking forward to other books from you
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Review by: Erica Jean Smith on Dec. 26, 2011 :
My previous review was missing your 5 stars..sorry!
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Review by: Erica Jean Smith on Dec. 26, 2011 : (no rating)
I'll admit, I enjoy "clean" fiction with a mixture of suspense and darkness.

However, now that I have read A Curve of Claw and seen the skills you have as a writer, I can clearly see this book as a television series(perhaps on HBO?). You truly know how to grab the heart and heat of a reader.

Keep writing. I am now reading A Flash of Fang...

Erica
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Review by: Lilithee on Dec. 04, 2011 :
Very well done, beautifully original, bravo and please PLEASE don't stop writing!
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Review by: Keara Kevay on Dec. 03, 2011 :
Bravo, Ms. Butler! You have crafted an exquisite tale! The writing was excellent, the sex was off the charts, and concept was fresh and engaging. You did a tremendous job of making the reader feel the emotion and love between the characters, Elizabeth, Ash and Axe. I love how you took Elizabeth from a sexually carefree (with an oh-so-happy sex life, at that!) natural witch to being devoted and committed to her ‘collared’ bears. Collaring was such a cool concept that I would love to know if you came up with that on your own. In any case, you did an outstanding job! I just can’t say enough, but definitely want to add that I hope (and expect) to see much more from you in the months to come. I see success (hum, did I just predict your future?). :0) Good luck!
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Review by: dolores ramirez on Nov. 20, 2011 :
I loved this book! it was well written. Cant wait for the next one!
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Review by: Debbie Hoyle on Nov. 20, 2011 :
Really enjoyed this. Here's to many more.
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Review by: Theresa M on Nov. 16, 2011 :
I loved this one!! Can't wait for the follow up and many more to come.
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Review by: Katherine Robinson on Nov. 14, 2011 :
Curve of claw was such a fantastic novella! I actually went looking for the sequel, to purchase today, but discovered I’ll have to wait. Can’t wait to read more about Elizabeth, Axe and Ash.
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