--- product_id: 19197365 title: "Control Paperback – April 18, 2014" brand: "cardeno cmary calmes" price: "£760.03" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/19197365-control-paperback-april-18-2014 store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Control Paperback – April 18, 2014 **Brand:** cardeno cmary calmes **Price:** £760.03 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Control Paperback – April 18, 2014 by cardeno cmary calmes - **How much does it cost?** £760.03 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/19197365-control-paperback-april-18-2014) ## Best For - cardeno cmary calmes enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted cardeno cmary calmes brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![Control Paperback – April 18, 2014 - Image 1](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41edFiVGfvL.jpg) ![Control Paperback – April 18, 2014 - Image 2](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51ekupjerzL.jpg) ![Control Paperback – April 18, 2014 - Image 3](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/31ry4qMujlL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐ It's not the book, it's me. Don't like overly alpha characters. If YOU DO, and if you love shifters it will probably be for you *by U***L on Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2017* DNF 15%I'm sorry but this book isn't working for me and I don't wish to continue on. I usually give books a greater chance (than 15%..) before I decide to DNF them, but I don't like one of the MC, his whole behavior makes his interaction with everyone quite tedious.Vytautas "Vy" Alenknos is an alpha male and a pack leader, (of Hawk shifters) doesn't matter that he isn't a huge guy.. that's who he is. When finally meeting his mate (and being thrown by the fact it's a guy - he thought that would be impossible..) he is no other than a BEAR shifter.Robert Kenneth Cimino is in fact a Bear shifter but he doesn't shift. I still don't know why, but it means he is less "connected" to his animalistic side, which is why he doesn't realize what Vy does - that they are to be bonded mates. It's no hardship knowing there is a HUGE attraction but he mostly doesn't understand why he can't seem to walk away from the guy. Robert, even being a bear is a gentle kind of a guy. I really liked him. Sounds sweet and endearing, a genuinely nice person.So while I really liked Robert, I couldn't stand Vy. He is SO DAMN FULL OF HIMSELF, I couldn't continue. EVERY thing Robert says to him is interpreted in the same manner - does he, or does he not consider me the alpha that I am. If the perceived answer is no - mini tantrum. Really? that's NOT how an alpha behaves in "my book". You are either "it" or you're not. Vy is driven by his insecurities, and the notion he own everybody because of who he is - I didn't like that AT ALL. Not to mention Robert never actually behaved "badly" towards him. He was the one being disrespectful or expecting him to "submit" at every turn. YUCK!So yeah, that's it for me with this book. If you're into shifters, have no problems with overly alpha characters (which I DO!) give this one a go. I've read a shifter series by Cardeno I really enjoyed and Mary is a real favorite of mine so I know it's not about the book, it's about me and this "sub-genre" not mixing.Tags: Paranormal MM RomanceMore @ Ultra Meital Reviews. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Delightful, different, wonderful, romantic shifter story ! *by D***S on Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2016* Oh, my, this is so special ! These authors are dynamic together ! Vytautas Aleknos is the openly gay, powerful Kuar of the Elk River Hawk Kettle.He's 5'9", blonde, golden/green eyes, a carpenter and a strong leader. He smells his mate, no doubt, then sees him. Robert is a tall, muscled, 6'4", 210 lbs. botanist, who takes Vy and kisses him. After the mind blowing kiss, he asks Vy to dinner, takes him home and cares for him. Robert knew he wanted Vy, but not because of the "mate" , but because he simply likes the man. Robert was adopted by humans and doesn't shift into his Grizzly. He tells Vy the reason. They get closer, work out issues, and their sexy times are wonderful. Love the big man/smaller man, plus they are deeply passionate and just amazing. There is trouble with the neighboring wolves, various events take place, and when Vy is threatened, Robert's bear comes to the rescue, and then - - his bear says "mate" ! Beautiful characters here and an interesting, very different, shifter story. It's delightful, entertaining, and fun to read stand alone book. I think the story is completely captivating. I highly recommend this to anyone, shifter lovers, especially. ENJOY !====================== ### ⭐⭐⭐ M/M Shifter Story With A Few Flaws *by D***N on Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2014* Contol is a joint effort by two authors: Mary Calmes and Cardeno C. I've read both of their works and enjoyed them. Control is the story of a bear shifter Robert and his meeting Vy, a hawk shifter. The focus is on them and how their relationship advances and retreats as they become friends as well as mates.I read a lot of shifter stories and one topic that comes up from time to time is 'instant mating' -- The sniff, mine, and mate 'romance' which really isn't romantic at all. CONTROL has an interesting take on shifter mates. Both men don't know what to expect in the mating process and come at it differently. Robert, the bear, wants to know Vy as a person, as a friend, and go from there. Vy is more aware of his other half and has conflicting feelings when Robert doesn't acknowledge the mate drive. Since Robert doesn't shift into his bear, of course he won't know Vy is his mate. So it's an interesting concept and very well done. Kudos.There were a few things that distracted from my enjoyment. It seemed like each chapter was written in a different point of view from the last. Vy and Robert kept interchanging so one would be speaking, the other next, and back and forth and so on. At times I got caught up in which arm was around who's shoulder and the use of 'he' and 'his' was used so many times I got confused as to which person was now talking. I am a fast reader and I slightly remember it was Robert's POV right now, but I can't be completely sure, and my kindle is difficult to page back and double check. . . Because then I'd lose my place. If I was to backtrack, I'd have to go back and figure out which chapter I'm in and then page forward, which I have done in the past, but not for this book. So I ended up half the time not knowing who was talking and who was being talked about. It was distracting and frustrating.I enjoyed hearing about Vy's flock and his interactions with them. Even better was seeing their leader in a job, any job. I can't tell you how many stories I've read where the alpha/leader doesn't have any means of support and lets his pack support him. Not in this. Vy is a construction worker, getting down and dirty - Think hard hat, sweat, and dust.I would have liked a bit more bear / hawk play time. It was alluded to but never pursued. At least not in details. I mean finally Robert overcomes his bear and it's a big part of this story. So it'd be nice to see the continuing result - Robert and his bear and interacting with his 'just recognized' mate in their animal forms.The angst from Robert's adoptive parents was a bit too over the top. At this time Robert and Vy are friends and mates. They've experienced a lot for a newly bonded pair. You would think they'd talk over everything and not let in-laws get in the way. Vy was a bit too bird brained about that whole thing. It was really silly.I never did grasp if Vy's second in command, Louisa, was mated or just married to her husband. The wording in the opening chapter made me think she's just shacked up with someone until her own mate arrives. I also had that feeling with the way she treated her husband, not as she would treat a beloved mate. *shrug*I never got a feeling on how large Vy's Ket is. Sure there are tons of cars at a meeting and the house and yard are packed, but I wondered. I seldom read about bird shifters. I was curious.If this is the first in a series, I'd definitely check the next one. But as this one, CONTROL stands, it needs better flow. That is surprising because so much of this story is between the two main characters, Robert and Vy. The back and forth should flow on it's own. - Dan's Wife --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/19197365-control-paperback-april-18-2014](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/19197365-control-paperback-april-18-2014) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-16*