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The mating moon is full...

Rafael Villalobos is a werewolf without his wolf. The beast is rogue, gone hunting without him, making Rafe even more of a menace to his pack than the wolf hunters who hate them. He doesn’t know what the wolf wants…until it leads him straight to the sassy, luscious Darling Rowan.
Bitten by a rogue wolf that may or may not have been the sexiest Villalobos boy, Dare knows her quiet days as the county librarian are coming to an end. She’ll be coming too, if she can just get a certain stubborn man to admit that the simmering heat between them is more than the mating moon.
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Join the packs of the Mating Season

Wherever that silver light of the mating moon touches, lone male werewolves are seized by the urge to find their mates. Join these six packs of growly alpha males (with six-packs!) as they seek out the smart, sassy women who are strong enough to claim them forever.

The “Mating Season” werewolf shifter novellas are brought to you by six authors following the adventures of six different packs. Each novella is the story of a mated pair (or trio!) with their Happily Ever After. Enjoy the run!

102 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 19, 2015

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Elsa Jade

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I grew up reading SFF, buying the biggest books I could with my chore money. While I loved the action, adventure, and exciting worlds, most of those stories were missing…kissing! Now I read and write paranormal romance and science fiction romance which I think mix the best of all worlds. I also write urban fantasy romance as Jessa Slade and sexy contemporary romance as Jenna Dales.

I spend most of my time at my computer thinking about stories, in my garden thinking about stories, or walking my dog thinking about stories. Hmm, I think there’s a theme… 🙂

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Profile Image for Cassandra.
1,188 reviews110 followers
July 24, 2015
My Thoughts - 4 out of 5 Unicorns - I really liked it!!!
***Received the ebook for an honest review

The cover is WOW!! I want to take Rafe home :)

This was my favorite yet :) Of course I will be collecting the whole set which I hope will be bundled together in the future :) This is the 3rd book in this novella series. Each one is its own story, but they do connect, so I highly recommend reading them all in order so you know who is who and what’s going on :)

I really love Elsa’s writing style because I’m always pulled right into the story and easily connect with the characters. My heart was breaking for Rafe because I just wanted to hug him and make everything better :) Shifter books are my favorites, so I really like everything I’ve read so far in this collection.

This story is Rafe and Dare’s story. Rafe’s story just pulls at your heart especially with the alpha sigil that he was already hurting from losing his dad. Dare’s story isn’t much better, but her aunt was her saving grace :) Tons of action and drama to keep anyone entertained :) I have no idea what story will be next, but I can’t wait to read it :)

I recommend all of the Mating Season Collection stories because I haven’t read one yet that I have enjoyed immensely :)
Profile Image for Sue Zawisa.
334 reviews4 followers
July 30, 2015
Review for Wolves of Angels Rest: ROGUE
I received this as an ARC for an honest review
Rafael Villalobos is a werewolf whose wolf has gone rogue…which is a death sentence for him if his pack finds out. He has no one to blame but himself for this because he has always chosen to be a more or less lone wolf, not listening when his wolf told him to look for his mate. Fear of losing another person close to him has kept him on the fringes of his pack and life. Darling Rowan has known Rafe for a very long time, she has had a crush on him , but has never acted on it. One night while in her yard, Darling catches a glimpse of a black wolf…she immediately believes it to be Rafe…and she leaves her yard to confront him. She is bitten by the wolf when she decides not to play the silly games Rafe likes to put her through. Although this time, there is also another black wolf…now she is not so sure the one who bit her was Rafe after all. The two wolves fight and in the end, it is Rafe who comes to her after all. He is upset about the bite because neither of them is sure who did the biting. Rafe feels it may be a rogue…and not his rogue….who is trying to force a mate bond. Darling tells him she wants him to bite her just in case, she does not want to be mated to a stranger. Rafe knows it is the only way to break the bond, but he worries about his rogue status. When he tells Darling about it, she gives him the ok to do it. But now the question is, who or what is the rogue and what does it want ?? As the moon becomes full and Darling transforms, Rafe has mixed feelings. He still cannot reach his wolf and he knowa the end is coming for him. But nothing transpires the way he figured it would and he takes drastic and quite possibly deadly actions for himself to save Darling and his pack. Will Rafe live through his decisions or will they ultimately take its toll…and what will happen with Darling if he succumbs ??
Profile Image for Pam Louis.
1,722 reviews7 followers
July 27, 2015
With 2 of the 3 Villalobos men mated there is only one left. Rafael Villalobos but his wolf is going rogue. Man and wolf no longer communicat. But when Darling Rowan is attacked one night bitten by a werewolf he isn't even sure if his wolf bit her or the lone wolf did. he only knows he has to do what ever he can to safe her from all danger even if it's himself.
Darling (Dare) has always had a crush on Rafael but he never gave her the time of day.
What an action packed parnormal romance! I loved it. Talk about opposites attracts lol the big bad wolf and the librarian!
This one it an awesome add to the series and a wonderful add to any shifter lovers library. I only wish I could give it more then 5 stars
book given for an honest review and I honestly loved it

Merged review:

With 2 of the 3 Villalobos men mated there is only one left. Rafael Villalobos but his wolf is going rogue. Man and wolf no longer communicat. But when Darling Rowan is attacked one night bitten by a werewolf he isn't even sure if his wolf bit her or the lone wolf did. he only knows he has to do what ever he can to safe her from all danger even if it's himself.
Darling (Dare) has always had a crush on Rafael but he never gave her the time of day.

What an action packed parnormal romance! I loved it. Talk about opposites attracts lol the big bad wolf and the librarian!

This one it an awesome add to the series and a wonderful add to any shifter lovers library. I only wish I could give it more then 5 stars
book given for an honest review and I honestly loved it
Profile Image for Kristy.
680 reviews
July 23, 2015
I was given a copy of 'Rogue' by Elsa Jade, in exchange for an honest review.

I loved being back inside the lives of the Wolves of Angels Rest, I was lost within the first sentence, quickly devouring the book. I loved it, 'Rogue' starts pretty much straight after 'Joker' finished, so I would advise that you read "Wolves of Angels Rest" series in order.

Rafael is almost rogue, when he shifts he has no memory of what he's done, he feels it's almost time to leave for the safety of the pack. Darling or Dare as she'd prefer to be called, is getting over the shock of recently learning about the exitance of werewolves. One night of bad sleep, a wander through her backyard & her life is changed forever.

What an emotional ride Dare & Rafe's story is, so beautifully written, they's both had hard upbringings, but together?? I want more of this series.

Berch is book 3 in Elsa's "Wolves of Angels Rest" series, which in turn is a part of the "Mating Season" pack series. A set of books from 6 authors, 6 different packs & an individuals story on finding their mate. I'm hoping that wasn't the last novella from Elsa's "Wolves of Angels Rest" I've really enjoyed what I've read so far & I can't wait to delve into the other authors work in the "Mating Season" series.
Profile Image for D Thomas.
652 reviews34 followers
July 21, 2015
Rogue: Wolves of Angels Rest #3 (The Mating Season, #15)
by Elsa Jade


Rafael has lost his wolf, it has gone rogue, instead of the man and wolf being of one being, they are now separate. He no longer controls the shifts. When Rafael shifts to his wolf, and only when the wolf wants to, he doesn't remember. One night he remembers walking out the the Mesa, then the next thing he knows is that he is standing with Darling Rowan by her gate. She has been bitten and he doesn't remember doing it.

Darling "Dare" has just found out about werewolves. Her best friend is one and will be mated to another at the setting of this full moon. She can't sleep, so she goes out side to pick some herbs for tea. She is sure she sees Rafael Villalobos in his wolf form and goes to check it out. She is bitten and instead of one wolf, there are two. She doesn't know who they are or why they would bite her.

Is a strange wolf trying to force a mating with Dare during this Mating Season, or did Rafe try to get her out of the way of the other werewolf, biting her in the process?

The Hunters have disbanded, but now the Kingdom Guard is on the hunt. And they have a new weapon. A very formidable one.

*ARC given for an honest review*
572 reviews6 followers
July 25, 2015
Wolves of Angel Rest are back and this time we get the rogue wolf, Rafe and Darling AKA Dare. Dare goes out one night and is bitten by a wolf. What she doesn't know is if Rafe or another wolf bite her. Rafe is afraid to let his family know that he is rogue and that he has lost his wolf. With Dare's help he tries to find his wolf and to also defeat the Hunter group and the rogue wolf. This is a short story with no cliffhangers and with a HEA. This is part of an ongoing storyline and it is better to read the first two stories to get a better understanding of this book.

I received a copy of this book for a honest review..

Merged review:

Wolves of Angel Rest are back and this time we get the rogue wolf, Rafe and Darling AKA Dare. Dare goes out one night and is bitten by a wolf. What she doesn't know is if Rafe or another wolf bite her. Rafe is afraid to let his family know that he is rogue and that he has lost his wolf. With Dare's help he tries to find his wolf and to also defeat the Hunter group and the rogue wolf. This is a short story with no cliffhangers and with a HEA. This is part of an ongoing storyline and it is better to read the first two stories to get a better understanding of this book.

I received a copy of this book for a honest review..
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2,228 reviews
July 22, 2015


A very fantastic and enjoyable read you'll not put it down!
This review is from: Rogue: Wolves of Angels Rest #3 (Mating Season Collection)
I was given a copy of this book by the author in exchange for a honest review and have to say that Elsa Jade again does not disappoint. This is Book 3 in the Angel Rest Series and part of the Mating Season Pack Series. The plot reveal the story of Rafael Villalobos, a rogue wolf, cousin of Kane Alpha of the pack and Darling Rowan the sexy, smart, gutsy librarian and best friend to Maddie the Alphas mate. The story of Rafe and Dare is fascinating , hot, enchanting and very well-written. This is a stand alone, but it would be better entertaining and informative to read them in order to know all that is happening in the town with the pack, the Kingdom Guard and their ultimate weapon. The final is superb and romantic. GREAT JOB Elsa Jade!
Profile Image for Netanella.
4,768 reviews46 followers
May 10, 2016
Another nice addition to the "Wolves of Angels Falls" series.

Side note - I wasn't too thrilled that I've seen this cover before on a Laurann Dohner book. I've been noticing more and more the stock photography that graces so many erotic romance books these days. I really wish authors and publishers would make their covers a little more unique to the story. Typically, I'm first attracted to a book by its cover, hate to say, and repeats tend to sour me a little.

Propositioning Mr. Raine (Riding the Raines, #1) by Laurann Dohner Rogue (Wolves of Angels Rest, #3) by Elsa Jade
596 reviews2 followers
August 4, 2015
Rafael is a were without his wolf, his wolf is silent and won't work with him. The pack is still in danger from the Kingdom Guard, and he is having a hard time avoiding Dare. Dare wants Rafe but is frustrated by him at the same time, she thinks she sees him skulking around but it's a black wolf, which bites her. Another black wolf shows up and Dare doesn't know who is who. Now faced with becoming a werewolf herself Dare wants Rafe for her mate but he is reluctant since he is sure that he will have to be killed now that his wolf is rouge or can love bring him back from the brink? **This book received in exchange for an honest review**
Profile Image for Denise H..
3,252 reviews271 followers
July 21, 2015
Very different take on the werewolf. Rafe can't control his wolf, in fact he can't find him. Usually Man + Wolf = werewolf. Rafe's has abandon him. The sexy librarian, Darling, wants Rafe, and has for awhile now. She gets bitten on her wrist. Is it the rogue or Rafe's wolf? There have been attacks on the town by a rogue and Rafe is afraid it's his wolf, and that he needs to be put down to save everyone. Deep characters, interesting plot, and super sexiness make this series wonderful.
Highly recommend. ENJOY !!!
Profile Image for Christine Croke.
609 reviews5 followers
July 24, 2015
This book is great! Couldn't put it down. Raphael Villalobos believes he is done for. His wolf is Rouge and he doesn't think its safe for the pack to have him around any more. He saves the town librarian Darling or Dare as she is called. They fall for each other while battling others that would kill or enslave them all.
I can't wait to see what Elsa Jade writes next.

I was given this e-book by the publisher for the purpose of an honest review. My conclusions are my own. I was not compensated in any way.
Profile Image for Tammy Sowards-Sanchez.
1,816 reviews8 followers
July 23, 2015
I received this copy from the Author for an honest review.

I loved this book. this book talks about how he has lost contact with his wolf and has gone rogue. will he let that stop him from finding his mate? will his wolf find her first? who really attacked her do they figure it out? dose she save her !an in time?
550 reviews3 followers
July 21, 2015
Dare never believed werewolves existed, until she found out her best friend became one. Rafe has lost his wolf and don't want to be around his pack anymore. When Dare is attacked by a wolf Rafe saves her, but is unsure if he is the one that attacked her. This is an action packed story full of mystery and suspence. Can they survive the mating moon and the hunters? I recommend this book
Profile Image for Elizabeth/snoopypeach.
313 reviews2 followers
July 21, 2015
Rafe and Dare's story was emotional and full of action. The characters were fully developed and the story was perfectly executed. Between wolves, an insane werewolf, a black ops evil organization, and the connection of true mates, I couldn't put it down. Even at the end I was hoping it wasn't over. This HEA is one not to be missed.
Profile Image for Teresa Stirewalt.
364 reviews2 followers
August 1, 2015
I am hooked on this series. The story and plot line runs smoothly, there is just enough danger on the edges to keep my interest without over doing it. I can not wait to read the rest of the series and learn what else is going on with the Wolves of Angels Rest.
1,489 reviews3 followers
June 11, 2023
This is a short steamy romance with lots of action. Dare is bitten by a black wolf but she's not sure if it's Rafe or another black wolf. Dare has always been attracted to Rafe and knows she wants to mate with him but will it take since his wolf is missing? Things happen in between fighting with the Kingdom Guards and Rafe finding his wolf and the mating completed.
4,279 reviews
June 23, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
One of the strongest entries in the series. Rafe’s internal conflict and Dare’s librarian-turned-shifter heroine arc create a deeply emotional journey. The pacing is tight, and the sexual tension is deliciously slow burn, with enough backstory to make their bond feel earned.
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1,330 reviews6 followers
April 8, 2024
Wow on this storyline 👏 😳
405 reviews16 followers
July 24, 2015
Rogue: Wolves of Angels Rest #3 Elsa Jade

Reviewed by SFF Dragon

This series just keeps getting better and better. I can't wait for the next one, and, happily, there is a next one. I love it.

'Rogue' is the third book in the Wolves of Angels Rest series by Elsa Jade as well as the fifteenth book in the multi-author Mating Season Collection of short stand alone paranormal romances. I was given this copy by the author in exchange for an honest review.

Werewolf Raphael Villalobos is a seriously troubled soul. He's appeared in both of the previous books, so if you've read them, you'll already know his history, and if you haven't, there's enough background in this one that it won't feel like you've missed out. The man has given up trying and has descended into a level of bitterness for all he thinks he's lost that he's almost beyond saving. He believes he lost everything worth having when his parents were murdered by human Hunters, and because he was too young to take over from his father, the Alpha position he was destined for was taken by his uncle and now his cousin, Kane. The wolf is a very different story. It knows it has something much more important and precious waiting to be found and refuses to give up looking for his true mate. If the man won't take notice, the wolf will go it alone leaving Rafe with no idea what he does or what happens to him when he's in wolf form. His wolf won't talk to him or connect to him in any way... It's gone rogue.

Darling or more often called Dare, is the County Librarian and Clerk and she has always thought Rafe Villalobos was the sexiest thing on two legs. On four legs he's downright scary, but she wants him anyway. And when she's bitten by a rogue wolf, Rafe has no idea if it was him or the stranger being used by the hunters known as the Kingdom Guard. Dare doesn't know either as both wolves look the same, but she seizes the opportunity it offers with both hands and refuses to let go until the Mating Moon has set....

I love all the books in this series and it just keeps getting better and better with each one. Although they are written as stand alone stories complete with action, steamy bits and a HEA, the characters continue to grow through the books and new ones are added against the background of the continuing conflict between the Mesa Diablo pack and the hunters, with each new twist in the story adding an extra dimension that keeps me coming back for more. If you haven't read the previous books, don't worry, but you're missing out on a great series. I can't wait for the next one.

Profile Image for Angela.
1,894 reviews
February 29, 2016
Enjoyable story with a completely hot and tortured hero and a brave heroine who is able to take charge and not look back. I did wonder at how easily she accepted her turning and moved on to take the next logical step, but I think it was meant to be part of her spunk and ability to roll with the punches. It seems that the women in this series are strong and fighters, not damsels in distress. There was a good amount of action balanced by the romance and (not overdone) sex. I was more intrigued by the blurb on this one than others in the series so I just leapt in without reading any of the ones before. Obviously there is some history with with the previous stories but I just read the blurbs of the first two and let the cues/backstory repetition in this carry me forward. In that way it was fine as a standalone, but you will probably get much more out of it if you read the others first. While I'm not burning to read the rest of the series, I can see it as a go-to when I just want something short and entertaining.
Profile Image for Ingrid Stephanie Jordan.
1,862 reviews25 followers
July 23, 2015
Title : Rogue. Mating Season
Wolves of Angel Rest
Author : Elsa Jade
Reviewed by : Stephanie Jordan
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Wow this is the 3rd Book in the "Wolves Of Angel Rest" Series and so far
Ms. Jade has not let me down this was a phenomenal read.
Darling Rowan also known as Dare was the librarian of Angel Rest where she has lived her whole life. She was the only human in there town who knew about werewolves. She wouldn't tell anyone there secret.
Raphael Villalodes was the the oldest of his family, brother and cousin. Raphael had a big problem and soon he won't be able to keep it from his family. Plus he kept watching Dare, of course he kept telling himself he watched her to make sure she never told a human what she learned. But in all reality he wanted her, he knew it was never going to happen because of his secret. I was gifted this ARC for an honest and truthful review.
Profile Image for Karen.
1,424 reviews2 followers
October 8, 2015
Rafael Villalobos' black wolf is MIA. But when a foreign black wolf attacks Darling, the county librarian, Rafe's wolf rises to defend her. "Dare" is bitten by one of the black wolves, but which one? The intruder, who then tried to drag her into the woods? Or Rafe, who pulled her out of the way as the intruder struck? They may never be sure, since Rafe's wolf refuses to talk to him. Their only solution to stopping the intruder from completing the forced mating with her is for Rafe to preemptively mate with her. But unless Rafe's wolf returns before the mating season ends, their mating won't 'take' and Rafe will fall to an outdated pack law that says rogues must be put down for the safety of the pack. And his wolf is showing no signs of coming back.
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2,038 reviews6 followers
September 20, 2015
I love this series, always so much mystery and suspense, but this one surprisingly had much more love and understanding than the rest.

Rafael Villalobos is a werewolf that has lost his wolf and he has kept this secret by hiding it with a rough exterior, until Darling. She manages to tear into that rough exterior. Rafael has dedicated himself to helping rogue were find their way back, but will the librarian help him find his way?

Again the story of Rafael took me completely by surprise and it was a very good one.

I was given this book in exchange for an honest review.
Profile Image for Donna Hokanson.
1,694 reviews35 followers
July 23, 2015
Finding your wolf
Some very interesting turn of events in this story. Each book is a self-contained story but they do build upon each other and it's much more enjoyable to read then in order. In this book you have a man and wolf together and yet not. A new possibly mating and the King guards with new weapons. And let's not forget about the other rouge werewolf that shows up. Well written and very entertaining to read this book.

Profile Image for Tammy Nitschke Sokol.
776 reviews3 followers
July 26, 2015
I love this series, and love the wolves of Angel's Rest!!! I think they get better and better as you peel back the layers of the townspeople, and find more and more depth to them. Rage is of of my favorites of the werewolves and I just loved reading more about him! Just wonderful, and very much worth reading!! I received this book as an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Profile Image for Tara Dorough.
1,301 reviews4 followers
August 7, 2015
Loved Rafe and Dare's story

This was my favorite book of the series so far. I love Rafe. He is so much more of the real idea of a hero. Dare is willing to fight for her man. They are exactly what each other needs to be whole. I can't wait for Warrior to be released. I hope there are several more stories from the Wolves of Angels Rest.
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4,806 reviews13 followers
July 21, 2015
Rogue: Wolves of Angels Rest#3

I can't wait to read Warrior. I know DARLING'S aunt is as sassy as she, is and she is about to take a ride on the wild side. Rafe had me worried there for a while, but glad it all worked out
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1,640 reviews38 followers
July 23, 2015
I got this in exchange of an hones review, I must say it was amazing charming sweet and had a little mystery to it I cant wait to read the rest and so many need a book of their own you better start reading it wolves and their mates are an amazing world to dream of
Profile Image for Sandy Catanzarita.
230 reviews2 followers
July 23, 2015
Man this cover is freaking hot..... the story just as good as the dang cover lol. Mrs. Jade did it again with another awesome tale but this time with a wolf who seemed to be dying to belong but scared to loose even more.
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