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Feral Warriors #3.5
Hearts Untamed
Originally appeared in the print anthology Bitten By Cupid.
Ten years after he spurned Julianne's declaration of love and then vanished, Zee's back—only this time he's the one being rejected. Now, in the midst of a Valentine's Day celebration, he's realized she's more beautiful than ever…and just as stubborn.
Julianne's in desperate straits, and involving Zee could jeopardize his immortality. But he won't take no for an answer. Can Julianne pretend that he's not the love of her life and make him believe she no longer cares? Or will denying him—and her heart—be the hardest thing Julianne has ever had to do?
Ten years after he spurned Julianne's declaration of love and then vanished, Zee's back—only this time he's the one being rejected. Now, in the midst of a Valentine's Day celebration, he's realized she's more beautiful than ever…and just as stubborn.
Julianne's in desperate straits, and involving Zee could jeopardize his immortality. But he won't take no for an answer. Can Julianne pretend that he's not the love of her life and make him believe she no longer cares? Or will denying him—and her heart—be the hardest thing Julianne has ever had to do?
100 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 18, 2012
About the author
Pamela Palmer
69 books1,227 followersPamela Palmer is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Feral Warriors shape-shifter series, the Esri Series, and (coming in 2012) the Vamp City series. Raised in an Air Force family, Pamela lived in eleven different houses by the time she was fourteen. The two constants in her life—her family and her imagination. When her initial career goal of captaining starships didn't pan out, she turned to engineering, satisfying her desire for adventure with books and daydreams until finally succumbing to the need to create worlds of her own. Pamela now calls the suburbs of Washington, D.C. home.
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April 26, 2025
My Review:
Hearts Untamed is the novella of the series, this is where we get a story about a couple who are both therials. They are connected to the rest of the characters within the Feral Warriors series. I loved seeing the connection to Hawke and Jaguar though. This was a very heartbreaking at times and I really liked the setup of this story. Its mutual pining in many ways. The hero left our heroine when they were teenagers because their friendship was turning into something more romantic and sexual and in their culture it was forbidden for them to be intimate until they were 25 years old. But now Zee is back and Julianne is having to keep a secret from Zee, because his life is in danger. I really enjoyed the element of danger that is in the series and with this one being a novella, the secret isn't dragged out and it comes out pretty quickly. I loved how Zee just wanted to get to the truth and reconnect with Julianne and stood up to her so well. She really needed that because she is living in such fear and needs a strong man to really get her to reveal the truth. And Zee knows her despite the time that has gone by that they haven't been together.
Overall I had a good time with this one and eager to get to more of this series.
Hearts Untamed is the novella of the series, this is where we get a story about a couple who are both therials. They are connected to the rest of the characters within the Feral Warriors series. I loved seeing the connection to Hawke and Jaguar though. This was a very heartbreaking at times and I really liked the setup of this story. Its mutual pining in many ways. The hero left our heroine when they were teenagers because their friendship was turning into something more romantic and sexual and in their culture it was forbidden for them to be intimate until they were 25 years old. But now Zee is back and Julianne is having to keep a secret from Zee, because his life is in danger. I really enjoyed the element of danger that is in the series and with this one being a novella, the secret isn't dragged out and it comes out pretty quickly. I loved how Zee just wanted to get to the truth and reconnect with Julianne and stood up to her so well. She really needed that because she is living in such fear and needs a strong man to really get her to reveal the truth. And Zee knows her despite the time that has gone by that they haven't been together.
Overall I had a good time with this one and eager to get to more of this series.
November 21, 2012
This story is set in the Feral world, but only has three Feral Warriors in very small roles. The story itself is about a Therian (Zeeland) and a Therian/Ilina mix breed (Julianne.) The Ilina race has been believed extinct for more than a thousand years. There is a reason no one knows of their current existence, they kill them all plain and simple. Julianne has found out that she is a mixed breed and unless she finds something they are looking for she will meet this same fate.
After a ten year absence her long time unrequited love shows back up in her life. Zeeland knows that something is going on with Julianne that has left her very unsettled. I liked how the readers were given a larger glimpse into Therian life. We’ve known the Feral Warriors are Therians, but not much else. We are also introduced to another immortal race that I suspect we will be seeing more of in future Feral books, the Ilian’s. I suspect Kougar has some sort of a past with them. Zeeland and Julianne have a sweet romance. It is entirely too short which is my complaint with anthologies, but I am a bit obsessive when it comes to following a series and reading it in complete order.
After a ten year absence her long time unrequited love shows back up in her life. Zeeland knows that something is going on with Julianne that has left her very unsettled. I liked how the readers were given a larger glimpse into Therian life. We’ve known the Feral Warriors are Therians, but not much else. We are also introduced to another immortal race that I suspect we will be seeing more of in future Feral books, the Ilian’s. I suspect Kougar has some sort of a past with them. Zeeland and Julianne have a sweet romance. It is entirely too short which is my complaint with anthologies, but I am a bit obsessive when it comes to following a series and reading it in complete order.
September 26, 2020
I first read this in 2010 in Bitten by Cupid, and it's easily my favorite story in the collection. I love me some angst and misunderstandings! This is probably my favorite Feral Warrior story after Skye & Paenther and Melisande & Foxx. I love abused heroines and protective heroes!
August 15, 2016
I originally read Hearts Untamed, Feral Warriors #3.5 by Pamela Palmer in the Bitten by Cupid anthology. I was expecting it to be about one of the Ferals but it wasn't. It was about someone else, but a couple of my boys made an appearance and Melisande, the heroine in the upcoming, A Love Untamed, Feral Warriors #7, was introduced, as well as another Ilina essential to the Feral's storyline.
The story was really good and I'm curious about Zeeland. He and Hawke are buddies from way back and he seems to have a connection to his inner animal, unlike the other Therians we've met throughout the series. Makes me wonder if something may come of that in the future. I kinda doubt it since he meets his mate in this novella, but they would make a fantastic addition to Feral House.
The story was really good and I'm curious about Zeeland. He and Hawke are buddies from way back and he seems to have a connection to his inner animal, unlike the other Therians we've met throughout the series. Makes me wonder if something may come of that in the future. I kinda doubt it since he meets his mate in this novella, but they would make a fantastic addition to Feral House.
August 2, 2016
I originally read Hearts Untamed (Feral Warriors #3.5) by Pamela Palmer in the Bitten by Cupid anthology. I was expecting it to be about one of the Ferals but it wasn't. It was about someone else but a couple of the boys made an appearance and Melisande, the heroine in the upcoming, A Love Untamed (Feral Warriors #7), was introduced as well as another Ilina essential to the Feral's storyline. The story was really good and I'm curious about Zeeland. He and Hawke are buddies from way back and he seems to have a connection to his inner animal. Makes me wonder if something may come of that in the future. I kinda doubt it since he meets his mate in this novella but they would make a fantastic addition to Feral House.
September 19, 2012
I originally read this novella in the Bitten By Cupid anthology. I loved it. It's a great addition to the Feral Warriors series. Fans of the series will love Zee and Julianne. It may be a novella, but this short read packs a lot of story. It's got romance, action, struggles, twists and lots of heart and emotion. If you haven't read the series, that's okay. You can get a good taste for the series with this short read. Absolute recommend!
January 24, 2013
I grabbed this from the library and then found out I already read it in Bitten by Cupid. This is a rerelease in ebook.
I am a big fan of the Feral Warriors. This story however is about Therians and Ilinas. This is basically an introduction to Ilinas. Zee and Julianne are great together even if they lack communication skills for a good hunk of the story. I love Pamela's erotica so I am going to give this a high rating.
I am a big fan of the Feral Warriors. This story however is about Therians and Ilinas. This is basically an introduction to Ilinas. Zee and Julianne are great together even if they lack communication skills for a good hunk of the story. I love Pamela's erotica so I am going to give this a high rating.
February 24, 2017
o my god i love this book i have got to get the rest i couldn't put it down
October 6, 2019
This is a sweet story. I was glad that Julianne trusted Zeeland with her secret before something terrible happened even though the reveal was forced after Zee overheard her conversation with Melisande. I'd like to know why the secret of the Ilinas must be kept or death but guess that's something revealed in one of the other books in the series.
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September 20, 2020
Keeping Secrets
Julianne has a secret she can't share with anyone, not even the man she loves. When Zeeland discovers her secret danger is near. This was a good story, but I would have enjoyed it more if I had read it before reading the story of Jag and Kougar in the Feral Warriors series.
Julianne has a secret she can't share with anyone, not even the man she loves. When Zeeland discovers her secret danger is near. This was a good story, but I would have enjoyed it more if I had read it before reading the story of Jag and Kougar in the Feral Warriors series.
December 7, 2017
Too short. This one could have been fleshed out into a full novel. I adore Zeeland and Julianne. It was so nice to read a story without the angst.
July 12, 2019
Good story.
September 25, 2020
I loved this short story and didn't want it to end!! There has to be a follow up! The way Zee protects and lives Jules. Please Pamela write a sequel to this story!!
June 1, 2015
Die erste Novella zur Krieger des Lichts-Reihe:
Julianne hat ihr Herz Zee geschenkt und er ist einfach verschwunden. Nach zehn Jahren taucht er wieder auf als Julianne in Gefahr schwebt. Doch Julianne will seine Hilfe nicht um ihn zu beschützen. Zee sieht endlich ein das er auch sein Herz schon lange ihr geschenkt hat.
Auch die Novella ist sehr gut geschrieben und hat alles dabei. Spannung, Action, Gefühle und Liebe, etwas Romantik und ein Hauch Erotik. :) Natürlich war die Geschichte einfach mal wieder viel zu kurz. Ich habe die Novella zu spät gelesen, sollte zwischen zwei früher Bändern gelesen werden, aber es hat der Geschichte keinen Abbruch getan.
Julianne hat ihr Herz Zee geschenkt und er ist einfach verschwunden. Nach zehn Jahren taucht er wieder auf als Julianne in Gefahr schwebt. Doch Julianne will seine Hilfe nicht um ihn zu beschützen. Zee sieht endlich ein das er auch sein Herz schon lange ihr geschenkt hat.
Auch die Novella ist sehr gut geschrieben und hat alles dabei. Spannung, Action, Gefühle und Liebe, etwas Romantik und ein Hauch Erotik. :) Natürlich war die Geschichte einfach mal wieder viel zu kurz. Ich habe die Novella zu spät gelesen, sollte zwischen zwei früher Bändern gelesen werden, aber es hat der Geschichte keinen Abbruch getan.
November 8, 2012
Aw this was a cute short story. I'd read it before in the 'bitten by cupid' anthology but decided to reread it as I wanted to see if I want to read the series.
Julianne is worried about something happening in her life and although Zee left ten years ago, when he hears that she's scared he rushes home to find out what's wrong. I loved both Julianne and Zee and I liked the glimpse in to the world that the series is set in. I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the series!
Julianne is worried about something happening in her life and although Zee left ten years ago, when he hears that she's scared he rushes home to find out what's wrong. I loved both Julianne and Zee and I liked the glimpse in to the world that the series is set in. I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the series!
April 12, 2014
Ten years earlier, Julianne let Zeeland know her deepest wishes, and he ran. Now he´s back, but she´s in deep trouble and doesn´t want anyone to know. Zee is the one who could see this one her, and she just wants to run and hide. Will he let her?
A quick read, smutty fluff, suspense, angst and action.
Fun to return to the Feral world and can´t wait for the next full novel.
A quick read, smutty fluff, suspense, angst and action.
Fun to return to the Feral world and can´t wait for the next full novel.
September 22, 2012
I loved this book! it was a great addition to the feral series! Very sweet and Endearing! Zee was hot! steamy kisses and sexy love scenes! I don't know why I did not read it before but I'm really glad it was made a stand-alone novella! Really looking forward to Fox and Mel's book! Can't wait!
November 7, 2023
I'm a huge fan of the Feral Warriors and picked this up because it's part of the series. A pretty good read but I am more into the Ferals themselves so I was a little disappointed but on it's own, it's a good story!
February 20, 2013
I have a huge crush on Zeeland.
March 13, 2013
Short but loved it.
June 28, 2013
Cute little Valentine story. I read it in the antholgy 'Bitten by Cupid' Given insite to the Therians through the eyes of the regular people
March 14, 2015
**2.5 stars**
August 10, 2016
Loved this story, we learned more about this world, and I can't wait to read more of this series!
April 29, 2020
Pamela Palmer is an awesome world builder
Zeeland and Julianna's story is angsty but beautiful. I love the Feral Warriors novels and this short story is no different
Zeeland and Julianna's story is angsty but beautiful. I love the Feral Warriors novels and this short story is no different
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