Dragon's Midlife Secret Baby

Shifter Nation: Enchanted Over Forty

De: Meg Ripley

Narrado por: D. C. Cole

When my mate disappeared, I never thought I’d see him again—or be pregnant with his baby.

I was almost forty and thought I’d never find my mate—until Beck showed up in town. My wolf was captivated by this dragon shifter from an ancient clan, and we spent every waking moment together, until he vanished without a trace.

My shifter coven used all the magic we could muster but still couldn’t find my beloved mate. Assuming he was dead, my wolf howled in agony. Two years later, I got the shock of a lifetime.

A stranger was brought to our coven for help, but this man was no stranger to my wolf—under all that bedraggled hair was Beck, with no memory of his identity, or even me.

All he knows is he was held captive on an island all this time. How do I begin to revive the bond we once had? There’s so much he doesn’t know, secrets time has buried—like his two-year-old son asleep nearby, the baby he never knew I had.

Steamy shifter love scenes and a HEA inside! No cheating or cliffhanger in this standalone romance. Listeners 18+.

©2025 Meg Ripley (P)2025 Meg Ripley

Fated mates. A forgotten past. A child he never kn

Chelsea, a witch-wolf hybrid and member of a Salem coven, thought she’d finally found lasting love when Beck, a dragon shifter from an ancient clan, entered her life. Their connection was immediate and deep, rooted in instinct and magic. But one night, he simply vanished. No note. No trace. No goodbye. Devastated and pregnant, Chelsea had no choice but to move forward, raising their son in a world Beck had unknowingly left behind.

Years later, a stranger washes ashore with no memory of who he is or where he’s been. But Chelsea knows. Her wolf knows. It’s Beck. The mate she mourned. The father of her child. He doesn’t recognize her, or their past, but something in him, something buried, and primal is drawn to her.

What follows is a slow-burning, emotionally charged reunion, shaped by grief, wonder, and unspoken truths. Beck isn’t the same man he once was, but pieces of him surface, especially when he meets Corbin, the son he never knew existed. Their bond is instant, and heart-wrenching.

But just as old feelings begin to surface, so do dangerous truths. The mystery behind Beck’s disappearance runs deeper than anyone knew, tangled in betrayal, captivity, and magic that was meant to erase everything. As his memories stir and threats resurface, Chelsea and Beck must decide if the love they once shared can survive the truth, and the enemies who still lurk in the shadows.

A steamy, fated mates, midlife paranormal romance with amnesia, secret baby, shifters, witches, magic, and second chances, exploring rediscovery, resilience, healing, instinct, and a love that refuses to be forgotten.

Audio note: D.C. Cole does a strong job voicing Beck and other male characters, with solid pacing and emotional depth. His Chelsea voice is good, though I prefer duet narration. The audio is smooth and immersive, adding tension and emotion to key scenes.

Dragon's Midlife Secret Baby

Dragon's Midlife Secret Baby Book 1 of Enchanted Over Forty series by Meg Ripley is a great start to a new series that intersects with previous series which I love so much!! I also love the newish take on the paranormal/magic aspects and of course the romance!! D. C. Cole as always does a fantastic job in voicing the different characters and giving them emotion, Highly recommend!

Awesome

I so enjoyed this awesome book. The original storyline will grab you and not let you go. Beck endured so much, I loved how he pulled himself out of it. Chelsea knew what she wanted and didn’t let others change her mind. You won’t be able to stop listening.

Entertaining

I enjoy shifter stories, and this one was fun to read. The characters of Beck and Chelsea were engaging, and their two-year-old son, Corbin, was adorable. I am drawn to stories where a character has some physical or mental challenge to overcome. Hence, Beck's loss of memory added to the enjoyment of this book for me. I have yet to be disappointed in a Meg Ripley paranormal, and I am happy to say that this one did not disappoint either. The narrator did a good job, too, only adding to this great reading experience!.

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Great Couple

What a great opening start to this new series. I have enjoyed her other older characters series. This one doesn't dissappoint.

It starts out with action and continues through too the end. Beck and Chelsea struggle to deal with the reason why he has been gone and what changed over time. They are both working to figfht the enemy from different angles that seem to clash. I loved the road they traveled to find their HEA. I can't wait for the next book in this series. Dragon's are my favorite and there are so many to read about.

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Good listen

I enjoyed this sweet romance shifter book. I would like to listen about the other dragon shifters in the clan. Performance was great. Story was good.

missing mate

These books never disappoint but tthis one was a little heart breaking. Beck was missing for two years and no one in his "family" was worried or suspected foul play? I get why, but still. I love that Chelsea is so strong and is such a good mom and a good person and determines to move on and accept her mate again and live happily ever after. Her sweet baby boy Corbin is a treat, if a little advanced. I love her mom and sisters and cousins, but her aunt takes the cake and makes me giggle. I'm not so sure about Beck's family but they can probably grow on me. The mystery is well crafted and the action is exciting. 4.5 stars. The audible version is well done with a nice use of inflection and attitude to separate the characters.

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Such a magical listen 🎶!

So much Magic and many Dragons 🐉 in this one. I really enjoyed this page turner. Corbin is so stinking cute. He reminds me of my baby nephew. You'll enjoy this one I'm sure. Translated great from Ebook to audiobook. I've done both ways and they're both really great.

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Beck and Chelsea

Part of the Shifter Nation: Enchanted Over Forty. The narrative involving Beck and Chelsea is exceptionally well-crafted, featuring a compelling storyline and a truly satisfying conclusion. I enjoyed listening to D. C. Cole narrate their fantastic story.

I Enjoyed It

I really enjoyed this book. Great world building and wonderful characters. I loved both Beck and Chelsea. This book was fast-paced with suspense and mystery. It was easy to get sucked into the story. Poor Beck was suffering from memory loss due to what happened to him during the years he was held prisoner and I was fascinated that he also didn't remember about shifters or being one. I can't imagine going through the different emotions Chelsea did thinking her mate was dead, having and raising his son alone, then finding him, but he doesn't remember his life/past. I loved he still felt the pull to her, and the bond between him and his son, and knew he would step up and be there even as he's still trying to remember. Great and loyal supporting characters. D.C. Cole did another great job bringing these characters and this story to life.

Overall: 4 stars
Performance: 4 stars
Story: 4 stars