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Don't Promise (ARC Shifters Book 6) Kindle Edition

4.6 out of 5 stars 671 ratings

Why can’t I just say no?

Marie Crenshaw hates nothing more than to disappoint people, especially those she cares about. When she lands herself in a bind having made a promise on behalf of a friend, she finds herself stuck to fulfill the obligation herself. Little does she know it leads her straight into the arms of her one true mate.

It sounds like a dream come true, but that’s never been her dream and the story doesn’t end there. When mysterious things start happening around her, Marie must learn a valuable lesson—don’t promise anything.
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Julie Trettel is the author of the Compounders and Westin Pack series, a full-time systems administrator, wife, and mother of four awesome kids. She resides in Richmond, Virginia, and can often be found writing on the sidelines of a football field or swimming pool. She comes from a long line of story tellers. Writing has always been a stress reliever and escape for her to manage the crazy demands of juggling time and schedules between work and an active family of six. In her "free time," she enjoys traveling, reading, outdoor activities, and spending time with family and friends.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B091NBDNM5
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 10, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.5 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 207 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 6 of 10 ‏ : ‎ ARC Shifters
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Julie Trettel is a USA Today Bestselling Author of Paranormal Romance. She comes from a long line of story tellers. Writing has always been a stress reliever and escape for her to manage the crazy demands of juggling time and schedules between work and an active family of six. In her “free time,” she enjoys traveling, reading, outdoor activities, and spending time with family and friends.

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Customers love the story's intriguing plot, particularly Marie and Holden's narrative, and appreciate meeting new characters throughout the series. The pacing receives positive feedback, with customers describing it as cute, and they enjoy the romance between Holden and Marie.

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Customers enjoy the story quality of the book, particularly praising the intriguing plot and the characters Marie and Holden.

"...Marie also has a surprising secret that made the story a lot more interesting...." Read more

"...The ARC is still as exciting as ever...." Read more

"...Especially the beginning of the book. I enjoyed most of the story but towards the end it started to go quickly...." Read more

"...The is the perfect series for almost anyone who’s a fan of shifter romances...." Read more

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Customers enjoy the characters in the book and appreciate meeting new ones throughout the story.

"...I like how we get to see characters from previous books so we can see how everyone’s doing...." Read more

"...Holden and Marie are both great characters and make a cute couple...." Read more

"...I love her characters and enjoy their journeys each time. Marie and Holden are great!" Read more

"...of Julie Trettels books this one is amazing I love how we get to meet new characters but then still get to find out what’s happening also with older..." Read more

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Customers like the pacing of the book.

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"I absolutely loved Marie and Holden’s story! They are so cute together. I can’t wait to find out what happens next in this crazy world...." Read more

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Customers enjoy the romance in the book, with one mentioning that Holden and Marie make a great couple.

"...Holden is great! I’m glad we got to see so much more dimension for the twins!! Love getting to revisit my OG’s...." Read more

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  • Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2021
    This book follows Marie and Holden, who end up together on a blind date and find out they are fated mates! Marie is a little bit of a nerd and focuses on studying rather than parting, while Holden is known around campus as a ladies man. Even though they seem completely different, I enjoyed the dynamic of them trying to learn everything about each other. Marie also has a surprising secret that made the story a lot more interesting. I hope we get to see some of her and Holden in Final Extraction!

    This book is apart of the ARC shifter series, which is one of the spin off from the Westin pack series. Each book follows a new fated mate couple at Archibald Reynolds college. I like how we get to see characters from previous books so we can see how everyone’s doing. I HIGHLY recommend reading the series in order because you will see characters return in every book. Every book is amazing and I can’t wait for the next one to come out!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2021
    I'm just trying play catchup! I.love all Ms. Fretted books.
    I'm really finding out there are so very many younger generation that some how excluded my book collection. The ARC is still as exciting as ever. Only one thing I was just a little confused by, but knowing it happened before, but still different then the beginning families that brought all these others are, how do very fast, young, they are going from meet to matted. This one not give any clues but was even faster then previous pair. As I said, being a lot behind trying catchup, really hope that isn't going become the future. Kind of like more story before they become attached at hip.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2021
    I really liked Holden and Marie. Especially the beginning of the book. I enjoyed most of the story but towards the end it started to go quickly. First how Kyle found out about Marie's gift was a little too quick and easy. He said she helped Holden with her gift but she hadn't she'd only tried. I wish the last chapters went a little slower but I'm looking forward to the next one
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  • Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2021
    Another great book by Julie Trettel. Both as a stand alone as well as continuing as the next book in the ARC series. Holden and Marie are both great characters and make a cute couple. It was interesting how Marie was able to use one of her gifts in such a unique way. It was also interesting to learn what the cause was behind Tim's struggle with his wolf, although really sad as well.

    Definitely worth a read just like all Julie Trettel's PNR books are. You won't be sorry.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2021
    Julie has built an amazing world of books that you could read alone but if you take the time to fully explore the many series and spin-offs you won’t regret it. The is the perfect series for almost anyone who’s a fan of shifter romances. Also great for those who read fast and don’t want to wait 5 years for the series to continue. So thankful all these books are a part of kindle unlimited
    I can’t believe the gentle build up and subtle hints in this book that build up to a big reveal! Definitely must read for old fans and new alike. I don’t want to give any spoilers so please just check it out
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  • Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2021
    I have thought about how I would review this book. Seeing as how I am fairly biased. This author introduced me to the world of PNR and so I will always be thankful. I wasn’t exactly thrilled for Marie’s story because I wanted Kaitlyn’s story so bad. That being said I completely understand why it was written this way (which I can say about all of her books 😉) I really enjoyed Marie. I think the people pleaser in me related a little too much to her story. Holden is great! I’m glad we got to see so much more dimension for the twins!! Love getting to revisit my OG’s. Overall I am as pleased as always and already counting down the days until I get to read the next book!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2021
    I have really enjoyed this series, and it just keeps getting better and better. I loved this story, and was happy to see that Marie finally got her much deserved HEA. I'm really looking forward to the upcoming releases from this series, and I truly hope that there will be many more to come.
    I would definitely recommend this book, series, and outstanding author.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2021
    Again they are both afraid/fighting the bond. Again the H accepts it 1st. Again the h continues to fight it even though inside she really doesn't want to.
    This book had the most angst. All the other opened up easier to one another but marie holds out on her secret. But even when she gives a little the author prolongs it by interrupting them. Then when she does tell him it's only the surface of it. He ask her to explain but then things quickly turn sexual and again were left with out all the answers. For me I didnt care for it. I continued with this series because on to low to no angst and how the couples would connect and share. It took 3 days for me to read this book that should have only taken 1 because kept putting it down because I wasnt in the mood for Marie's mystery of why shes the way she is.
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  • Alyssa Jones
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect addition to the series!
    Reviewed in Canada on June 10, 2021
    This was such a good book. I love how Marie and Holden finally met and their whole first date disaster. The other woman drama is semi hilarious with what went down on the quad. I love when no one can tell twins apart except for their mates. I’m glad Holden didn’t have any part of it and was subconsciously hooked on Marie from the start. Seeing more of Tim’s backstory was heartbreaking, it shows how strong the connection between Oliver and Tim is. I’m glad Marie could help Tim. I love Marie and finding out her secret is exciting. Can’t wait to see how she helps out in Final Extraction.
  • jodie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another great book to add to the series
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 23, 2021
    I love the characters of this shifter world so much.

    From the start I instantly liked Marie and Holden. To some degree I can understand the panick of meeting your mate at a young age.

    I really liked Hudson too only thing that slightly irated me was having to double check if it was holden or Hudson I guess with reading it so late the names payed with my head.

    I loved the extra plot with Marie secret and the even more coss overs in the series I can see happening.

    And I am even more excited knowing kailyn the DOG sister is how I see her is up next she has fascinated me since book 1 of the Arc series and even more so now.
  • Kindle-Kunde
    5.0 out of 5 stars 👍
    Reviewed in Germany on April 17, 2025
    17.4.25:
    Es gibt eine chronologische Lesereihenfolge auf der Webseite. Ich würde nur Fierce Impact und Holiday Surprise tauschen, wegen Lilys ... Möchte nicht spoilern. 🤓 Und Don't Promise mit Technical Threat, wegen der Erwähnung von Sage...

    Überspringe den Prolog / Epilog, wie auf der Webseite angegeben, wenn du chronologisch ließt. 📖

    Ich habe mir die Hörbücher 🔊 ausgeliehen, bzw. gekauft, was nicht über Audible gehört 👂werden kann... Das Buch 📖 ist 💣 gut geschrieben ✍ und das Hörbuch 🎧 gut aufgenommen. ✨👌✨
    Ich mag die verschiedenen POV's 😏 und werde auch die anderen Storys 📚 lesen bzw. hören 👀 / 👂. Eine Lesereihenfolge aller Serien ist auf der Webseite zu finden. 🤓
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  • Girly.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Superb book.
    Reviewed in India on July 16, 2021
    I really like holdon and Marie story.
    Both were witted, strong, with Marie secret it was just wow, they keep me engaged through full night. Full star deserved it.
    No boring moment, good narration, fantastic story.
  • Em
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read!
    Reviewed in Australia on June 12, 2021
    Loved this new book in the ARC series. I love how Julie makes each couple's mating unique and captivating. Always fresh but also so happy to see previous couples pop in as well. Can't wait for the next book in the series. Fantastic read.

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