City Threads - Shop now
Kindle Unlimited
Unlimited reading. Over 4 million titles. Learn more
Read for Free
OR
$4.99 with 67 percent savings
Print List Price: $14.99

Promotions apply when you purchase

These promotions will be applied to this item:

Some promotions may be combined; others are not eligible to be combined with other offers. For details, please see the Terms & Conditions associated with these promotions.

Sold by Amazon.com Services LLC.
Read with our free app
You've subscribed to ! We will preorder your items within 24 hours of when they become available. When new books are released, we'll charge your default payment method for the lowest price available during the pre-order period.
Update your device or payment method, cancel individual pre-orders or your subscription at
Your Memberships & Subscriptions
Kindle app logo image

Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required.

Read instantly on your browser with Kindle for Web.

Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app.

QR code to download the Kindle App

Follow the author

April Kelley
Follow
Something went wrong. Please try your request again later.

Leave It All: An MM Small Town Shifter Romance (Saint Lakes Book 1) Kindle Edition

by April Kelley (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 out of 5 stars 1,138 ratings

A magic user on the run. A sleepy small town filled with shifters, witches and vampires. Will Lucas find refuge, a fated mated, or death?


Lucas used to be a normal person. Was it really so bad that he had a job he didn’t like, and he still lived with his parents? At least he didn’t have balls of light shooting out of him. Oh wait. Yes, he does. And he’s not sure why it’s happening or what to do about it. But it gets worse. Way worse and deadlier than Lucas had ever thought possible.

Running for his life, he ends up in a small town named Saint Lakes and right into the arms of a dragon shifter who claims to be his fated mate.

Bennett enjoys his life as a boat mechanic in his sleepy hometown. He isn’t looking for disruptions. When Lucas comes to town, the last thing he expects is for the sweet, smaller man to be is a witch. He also doesn’t expect blood thirsty vampires either. Bennett will risk everything to protect his town, his clan, and his heart.

Everyone wants a piece of the witch. It’s up to Bennett to keep him safe, but how can he when the enemy keeps getting closer.

Leave it All is the first book in the Saint Lakesseries. This steamy MM Paranormal Romance features fated mates with a size difference, a protective dragon shifter willing to go to any length to protect his mates, and a special witch in need of a soft touch. If you love fated mates, a family willing to fight for each other, and danger around every corner, then you’ll love this spicy romance novel. Each book in the Saint Lakes series ends with a happily ever after.


Buy Leave it All and discover why a boring mechanic's life suddenly becomes a lor more action packed.

Read more
Previous slide of product details
  1. Book 1 of 13
    Saint Lakes
  2. Print length
    209 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Accessibility
    Learn more
  5. Publication date
    November 10, 2015
  6. File size
    3.5 MB
  7. Page Flip
    Enabled
  8. Word Wise
    Enabled
  9. Enhanced typesetting
    Enabled
Next slide of product details
Unwell Hydration from Alex Cooper
Hydrate & focus with every sip Shop now

Shop this series

 See full series
There are 13 books in this series.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

April Kelley writes LGBTQ+ Romance. Her works include The Journey of Jimini Renn, a Rainbow Awards finalist, Whispers of Home, the Saint Lakes series, and over thirty more. Since writing her first story at ten, the characters in her head still won't stop telling their stories. If April isn't reading or writing, you can find her taking a long walk in the woods or going on her next adventure.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B016U1OBFM
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ April Kelley
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 10, 2015
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.5 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 209 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 13 ‏ : ‎ Saint Lakes
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 out of 5 stars 1,138 ratings

About the author

Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations.
April Kelley

April Kelley

Brief content visible, double tap to read full content.
Full content visible, double tap to read brief content.

Living in Southwest Michigan in the United States, April resides with her husband and two kids. She has been an avid reader for several years. Writing her first story at the age of ten, the characters in her head still won't stop telling their stories. If April isn't reading or writing she can be found outside playing with the animals or taking a long walk in the woods.

If you wish to contact her email authoraprilkelley@gmail.com.

Please visit her website at authoraprilkelley.com

Customer reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars
1,138 global ratings

Review this product

Share your thoughts with other customers
Write a customer review

Customers say

Customers enjoy this paranormal romance for its flowing story with action and suspense, and appreciate its fast-paced narrative. The book features well-developed characters, with one customer noting the author's attention to their backstories, and customers praise its writing quality. They consider it a great start to a fantastic series.

AI-generated from the text of customer reviews

Select to learn more

22 customers mention "Story quality"22 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story, which flows well and includes action scenes, with one customer noting it has just enough suspense.

"...I thought that this was nicely written, since it had me mesmerized throughout the story, and it progressed smoothly, which only makes me want to get..." Read more

"Very fun story, kept me hooked! I enjoyed the world and the characters...." Read more

"...The characters were well written that you are able to feel the love and friendship they have for each other with the family...." Read more

"I enjoyed the story but it was hard to follow sometimes. The action in the book was very good...." Read more

16 customers mention "Readability"16 positive0 negative

Customers find the book to be an excellent and wonderful read, with several mentioning they are binge reading the series.

"I so totally, undeniably, indubitably, loved this book!! :) It had witches, vampires, and shapeshifters of every type...." Read more

"Very fun story, kept me hooked! I enjoyed the world and the characters...." Read more

"...I think there could have been a lot more detail but still a good read. On to the next one" Read more

"...Had to be rescued as well as Shawn and Sage from the vampires. Good book!" Read more

14 customers mention "Pacing"14 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the pacing of the book, with one customer describing it as a fast-paced MM paranormal romance, while another notes it offers a refreshing change from typical paranormal storylines.

"...It had witches, vampires, and shapeshifters of every type. To me it's the more the merrier and less likely that I'll get bored of the story...." Read more

"...Had found family, hurt/comfort, protective dragon mate, powerful witch, world building, and spice!" Read more

"...Lucas, a witch, and Bennet a dragon shifter make a great team against the vampires that want to use Lucas and his rare powers." Read more

"...Heat level a 1.5-2 out if 5. Erotic fiction this is not. The smexy times were nice and decently described but nothing kinky...." Read more

13 customers mention "Character development"13 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the characters in the book, with one customer particularly appreciating how the author developed their backstories.

"Very fun story, kept me hooked! I enjoyed the world and the characters...." Read more

"...The characters were well written that you are able to feel the love and friendship they have for each other with the family...." Read more

"I love the time the author put into the characters back stories...." Read more

"...Cute story, great characters, good storyline." Read more

8 customers mention "Writing quality"6 positive2 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, with one noting its detailed descriptions.

"...I thought that this was nicely written, since it had me mesmerized throughout the story, and it progressed smoothly, which only makes me want to get..." Read more

"...Erotic fiction this is not. The smexy times were nice and decently described but nothing kinky...." Read more

"This book had several typos and grammatical mistakes that kept pushing me out of the story - it was a bit distracting...." Read more

"...I thought some parts were amazing, hilarious, and well written...while some parts seemed quick and oddly placed...." Read more

6 customers mention "Series start"6 positive0 negative

Customers describe this book as a great start to a fantastic series.

"This was great start for awesome shifter series the Saint Lake...." Read more

"...New favorite series!" Read more

"...This is a great start to a fantastic series!" Read more

"3.5 stars Good start to a new series. I liked both the MC's and supporting characters. Looking forward to continuing the series" Read more

Top reviews from the United States

  • *Vanessa*
    5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding Read! 😀💖
    Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2016
    Verified Purchase
    I so totally, undeniably, indubitably, loved this book!! :) It had witches, vampires, and shapeshifters of every type. To me it's the more the merrier and less likely that I'll get bored of the story. Lucas was a male witch who didn't know that ,until he goes out with his best friend Shawn and that night all hell breaks lose. Lucas, first of all, realizes that vampires exist, and now they're after him for his powers. He ends up running to a town where he feels safer and there he meets his mate, Bennett, the dragon beta shifter. Lucas and Bennett were so cute together and I loved how possessive and protective Bennett was of Lucas. Bennett lives in a family with many shifters and the mother is a witch who helps Lucas with his powers. Lucas was so sweet and very loving and respectful of everyone in town. They were just afraid that Lucas would protect everyone except himself if trouble starts with the vampires. This was so riveting and I couldn't put it down. There's even a weresnake, named Sage, who becomes friends with Lucas later in the story. I thought that this was nicely written, since it had me mesmerized throughout the story, and it progressed smoothly, which only makes me want to get the next book in the series. This was funny, action packed, and even sad at times, not to mention sexy, and so much more. I'm so interested in the other characters in the story, like Bennett's little brother, Laden. It would be nice to see him with a mate. He was such a sweetie pie, even the mother, and other members of his family. It's definitely a fascinating town. :) Phenomenal!
    11 people found this helpful
    Helpful
     Report
  • Readbookswithcats
    4.0 out of 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2024
    Verified Purchase
    Very fun story, kept me hooked! I enjoyed the world and the characters. A witch who didn’t know he was one, chased by vampires who want to use his powers, finds his mate in a dragon shifter! Had found family, hurt/comfort, protective dragon mate, powerful witch, world building, and spice!
    Helpful
     Report
  • Virginia Lee
    5.0 out of 5 stars This was great start for awesome shifter series the Saint Lake
    Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2016
    Verified Purchase
    This was great start for awesome shifter series the Saint Lake. We get to meet a lot different shifters in this story that some you will fall in love with and some hate. Lucas is being hunted by a coven for powers that he does not truly understand what is going on. Lucas is running and was told he will know when he has found a safe haven for him. Bennett is Beta for his brother Ramsey. Bennett smell something while he is in town and that slowing is driving his dragon crazy. When his brother brings Lucas by his house for some work. He knows instance that this is the wonderful smell and his mate. What is Bennett to do when Lucas is scared of the things going on around him and afraid he will not be able to control his magic and hurt Bennett. The characters were well written that you are able to feel the love and friendship they have for each other with the family. The steamy connection that Lucas and Bennett have and Lucas keep fighting, the passion is off the charts. Hope to see more about the characters Sage, Gabriel, Angel, Jules and what happens with them and if they find their mates and happiness.
    3 people found this helpful
    Helpful
     Report
  • Auburngeo
    3.0 out of 5 stars Leave
    Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2021
    Verified Purchase
    I enjoyed the story but it was hard to follow sometimes. The action in the book was very good. Lucas, a witch, and Bennet a dragon shifter make a great team against the vampires that want to use Lucas and his rare powers.
    2 people found this helpful
    Helpful
     Report
  • TSF
    4.0 out of 5 stars Slightly torn
    Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2025
    Verified Purchase
    I feel like this might be a 3.75 star?

    There were consistently places where the author was unclear as to who was speaking. The entire plot, while good, was almost too fast moving.

    Definetely insta-love with 1 MC wanting to take it slow but then gets swept away by “instinct” and jumps in with both feet. I could have handled that if there had been some downtime to see the MC’s process their emotions but it was just on to the next thing though. You never got to feel like the MC’s ever got settled in their relationship.

    Dual POV

    No cheating

    Touch him and d!e/possesive

    Heat level a 1.5-2 out if 5. Erotic fiction this is not. The smexy times were nice and decently described but nothing kinky. They did occur organically and didn’t try to take over the story line which was nice.

    I did get irritated when after waking up from exhaustion the 2 MC’s almost started making g love but kept getting interrupted so they decided to stop. Literally with no segue they’re talking about being on the back patio. Stuff like that happened often enough it was annoying.

    The magic WAS but this story was definetely not over 4 stars for the reasons stated above. Not sure if I’m going to read the next in the series.
    Helpful
     Report
  • Mellyn Costello
    5.0 out of 5 stars It was good!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2024
    Verified Purchase
    I enjoyed this and read it in one day. I think there could have been a lot more detail but still a good read. On to the next one
    Helpful
     Report
  • Gregg BD
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2023
    Verified Purchase
    Looking for shifter/human fated mates stories, I ran across and read “The Human Pyke”. I loved it, but quickly discovered it was further down in a series about Saint Lakes. So, I quickly purchased Book 1 and found it was just as good as the one I’d already read.

    Lucas and Bennett’s story is an amazing read, and I can’t wait to see what’s in store for this universe in Book 2!
    One person found this helpful
    Helpful
     Report
  • Sara S.
    4.0 out of 5 stars the witch and his dragon
    Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2022
    Verified Purchase
    Lucas didn’t know that he was a male witch until his friend Shawn tried to give him to the vampires for his power. A cabbie got him out of town the wife told him to keep going until he felt safe in a town with many lakes plus she did a spell so he would know when a vampire was near. One of the guys he met took Lucas to his brother for a job and turns out they are mates. Had to be rescued as well as Shawn and Sage from the vampires. Good book!
    2 people found this helpful
    Helpful
     Report

Top reviews from other countries

Translate all reviews to English
  • AnonymousLex
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sooooo good!!
    Reviewed in France on November 16, 2015
    Verified Purchase
    I don't read shifters a lot but the blurb appealed to me instantly. And I'm certainly not disappointed! Action, love, humor and a little bit of hotness... The perfect recipe for a good book!
    Highly recommended!
    Report
  • Jan123
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good start to series
    Reviewed in Australia on May 27, 2021
    Verified Purchase
    Lots of interesting characters start out this series. Note that the book needs a content warning for rape.
    Report
  • angel 👼
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 18, 2016
    Verified Purchase
    brilliant story, cant wait for the next one
    Report
  • Satureja Antares
    2.0 out of 5 stars Zu viel verlangt
    Reviewed in Germany on May 28, 2023
    Verified Purchase
    Dieses Buch verlangt zu viel von mir. Die Story hat mich des öfteren stutzig gemacht bis zu dem Punkt an dem es unnachvollziehbar wurde und ich mich ver....t gefühlt habe. Da hab ich dann aufgehört zu lesen.
    Schade, weil es der Auftakt für eine Reihe von Büchern ist.
    Report
  • Amazon Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good story
    Reviewed in Canada on September 2, 2024
    Verified Purchase
    Great story and interesting characters. I really enjoyed the action at the end of the book. Looking forward to seeing how it continues in the next book. My only complaint was that there were a lot of little grammar mistakes that took me out of the story more than I'd like. Overall a great read.
    Report

Report an issue


Does this item contain inappropriate content?
Report
Do you believe that this item violates a copyright?
Report
Does this item contain quality or formatting issues?
Report