I have not read most of the new releases listed (although I always end up one-clicking quite a few as I prepare these posts LOL).
‘AB’ denotes audiobook and the Amazon buy link.
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DRIFT WOULD (DAUNTLESS CYBORGS BOOK TWO) by Cynthia Sax
VS Note: Always happy to have a new cyborg tale from Ms. Sax!
Drift is one of the best pilots in existence, and he has been assigned a perilous mission. The G Model cyborg must fly to a distant planet, locate the sector-destroying superweapon the enemy is projected to be developing there, and obliterate that threat to the universe. When Drift arrives at his destination and meets with an informant, he’s distracted by a mysterious human female seated in the shadows. She’s Drift’s genetic match, and she is the one being he’s destined to care for, claim, and protect. She’s also a liar and a thief. And she might be working with the enemy. Trusting her could kill him and everyone he cares about. Liar. Thief. Seductress. Saboteur. Roshini has been called all of those things. And she has earned each label. She’s done some terrible things to safeguard the beings she loves. A gray-eyed cyborg warrior with nimble hands and a shared need for speed won’t stop her high-risk activities.
She’ll sacrifice everything, including her lifespan, to complete her self-appointed top-secret assignment.
STARJACKED (ALIEN BRIDE RACE BOOK TWO) by Sybur Phyre
Kikila – My father has given me a choice. I can marry the earthman he’s picked for me, or I can enter the Alien Bride Race. He thinks I won’t take the latter, but I’ll do anything to avoid being stuck with his sleazeball business partner, Draeke. I’ve tried to run. But that’s the problem when your father’s in Terran security. He finds me no matter where I am. The only way I can get away from him is if I leave the planet altogether. He doesn’t think I’m tough enough to survive. I’m going to prove him wrong. When they drop me in the valley for the race, I’m expecting some sort of process. Instead, the alien males spill out of the transport before it even sets down. The meadow is in total chaos. It doesn’t take long for me to be captured. I’m disappointed in myself but don’t mind being so close to the muscled warrior. His incendiary gaze and the way he touches me says he wants me in a way Draeke never showed….(more blurb on ebook seller page) AmazonKU
BRED BY THE BARGE (THE KNOTTIVERSE: ALPHAS OF THE WATERWORLD BOOK SEVEN) by V T Bonds
When my parents’ plan to escape the overcrowded city full of cruel, power-hungry men goes sideways, I’m left floating on a piece of debris with my sister and no rescue in sight. Until The Barge, a massive, unrelenting alpha, hauls us out of the ocean and demands we pay the price for boarding his ship. Desperate to protect my sister, I agree to his every wicked desire. He promises to wreck me. Claim me. Breed me.
SHADOWS AND SAVIORS: A DYSTOPIAN RH by Lexi Ostrow
A deadly bioweapon has ravaged the world, leaving behind a trail of destruction and infertility. A devastated human race is all but on the verge of extinction, with a safe haven waiting for those who can bear children. Emma is alone. After the death of her father, she remained in the basement of her family home, unable to trust others would not harm her because she was rare. A fertile female. Survival was not always black and white. It was adapt or die. With limited options, she reaches out for help through an old radio in her basement, and when a response comes, she takes a leap of faith. When not one, but five men show up to take her to safety, Emma is both relieved and apprehensive. Chris, Bash, Liam, Alex, and William are not just handsome, but they also seem to possess a chivalrous charm. A military unit whose sole mission was to help women get to the government safe haven. As they set out on a treacherous journey through a broken and dead country, Emma finds herself drawn to these men in ways she never thought possible. Ways that made her question if she even understood what it was she wanted once she was safe. However, things are not as they seem, and Emma soon realizes that safety in a world torn apart is an impossible dream. Each man offers her something she longs for, and together, they might save each other. If only their feelings can protect her from the dangers being a woman in this world brought. AmazonKU
SIROC’S RUNAWAY (MITRAN WARLORD PROTECTORS BOOK FOUR) by Ella Blake
Siroc – My mountain domain operates as smoothly as the sleek machines that mine for ore in the caves, but when a human female is found in the snow, every alarm bell rings—literally. It’s Jane, a volunteer of the human-Mitran breeding program, who had disappeared six months earlier, but not willingly. It’s clear she was abducted and surgically “enhanced” with implants to improve her senses and strength, and she has no recollection of what happened to her. The mystery of unlocking those memories is nearly as intriguing as the female herself, until acts of sabotage make me question whether Jane is hiding a secret that could destroy thousands of lives under my protection. Jane – I am rebuilding my life after waking up in a Mitran warlord’s infirmary with abilities I shouldn’t have and scars to go with them. But I have no memory of my past. The alien warlord, Siroc, is always nearby. Always watching. Gaps in my memory coincide with “accidents” and strange transmissions. As we grow closer, I desperately want to know—what if something inside of me will kill everyone I care about, including the warlord who has my heart? AmazonKU
HER ALIEN MERCENARIES (THE DRIFT: HAVEN COLONY BOOK EIGHT) by Susan Hayes
She thought that moving to a new world would be the challenge of a lifetime. Then the universe upped the ante. Jenna never expected to escape from Earth. Now she’s a colonist in a beautiful and inviting new world, surrounded by beings she wants to trust…if only she could. Not everyone in Haven wants it to succeed, and Jenna is now a pawn in a dangerous game of secrets and subterfuge. To protect her new home, she’ll have to risk everything, including her chance at love. They thought they could leave their bloodstained past behind them. They were wrong.
Zanyr and Torran may have kept their names, but they left the rest of their former lives behind. Most of their species despise mercenaries, which means they must hide their past to protect their future with the colony. Their lives bound by blood-oaths and battle, these former soldiers of fortune want nothing more than to live in peace with their mate… once they find her, that is. These three beings will have the chance to get everything they’ve ever wanted…but to keep it, they’ll have to go to war. AmazonKU
PRIMAL BOND (MM ALIEN SCIFI ROMANCE) (WARLORDS OF VASZ BOOK FIVE) by Leo Rivers
Asher – Mistreated, branded by the scars of my time as an slave, I’m haunted by my past. It’s easier to keep people at arm’s length, to shield myself from being hurt again. But dominant Borraq warrior Thalos is unlike anyone I’ve ever met — and unlike the Borraq who hurt me. His compassion touches me in ways I never thought possible. I’m broken, scarred by my past, and yet, Thalos sees beyond my pain. With every touch, he reminds me that I’m worthy of love, of happiness. But I’m afraid. Afraid to let go of the past, and afraid to love again. Thalos-
I never imagined I could feel such a strong pull towards a human. Yet, when I first laid eyes on Asher, I knew he was different. Fragile, haunted by his past, he carries his pain like a heavy burden. I long to protect the beautiful human, to erase the shadows that cloud his eyes. Asher is hesitant, guarded. Afraid of being hurt again. I’m determined to show him that love can heal. And as we get closer, I know that he’s the one I’ve been searching for all along. I’ll show him that he’s worth loving. AmazonKU
VERA AND THE VICTOR (ALIEN ABDUCTION BOOK 22) by Honey Phillips
A grumpy alien warrior, a rebellious almost-professor, and an alien paradise…One moment Vera is peacefully studying for her PhD in Ancient History, the next she is helping an alien race who look like fairies defeat the evil male who had her abducted. They need her help and she’s not about to back down, not even when a huge, grumpy gargoyle shows up on their island demanding their allegiance. Grabon went looking for a mate. Instead he found a rebellion. When he’s sent to crush one last lingering group of rebels, he discovers their leader is a female – a too smart, too pretty, and too passionate human female. He knows humans are trouble, and yet he can’t seem to resist the annoying little female. The temperature isn’t the only thing heating up in this alien paradise – but can there be possibly be a future for two people with such different goals? AmazonKU
TAKEN BY THE LICH KING by Synna Star
Taken by the Lich King is a spicy alien/paranormal romance part of the Abducted by the Ruthless Royal series and can be read as a standalone. It’s part of a crossover world of Lich monsters and their mates by Synna Star, where you’ll always find a steamy happily ever after. AmazonKU
DESPERATE MEASURES (DARK EMPIRE BOOK FIVE) by Tracy St John
All-out war has begun, with innocents caught in the crossfire. Former nun Cheryl Taupin and her husband Nobek Besral, in charge of the remaining orphans of Earth’s Armageddon, watch the terrible events unfolding in the Dark-overrun Galactic Council of Planets. Kalquorians in Galactic Council space are being rounded up to suffer an unknown fate and martial law is declared on many of the system’s worlds. A desperate plea to the Kalquorian Empire sends Admiral Piras and Captain Kila to the orphanage…but how can a lone spyship protect hundreds of children against the full might of the Galactic Council’s warships bent on destruction? Charity Nath has been brought to Alpha Space Station to hide from those determined to exact vengeance against her father. ..(more blurb on ebook seller’s page)
IN THE NICK OF TIME by Elle Keaton
VS Note: MM superhero romance, part of the Subpar Heroes series.
Have you always thought you were special? Perennially unemployed loner Nick Sedgewick applies to an online job opening with that exact phrase and expects nothing to come of it. It was likely a no-so-funny prank after all. If Doug ‘Long Shot’ Swanson wanted a new work partner he’d hire one himself. He’s perfectly happy on his own and if he plays his cards right he’ll retire sooner rather than later. And he certainly wouldn’t hire an irritating spicy-candy-eating slacker who’d probably miss his own funeral. But somebody is killing off agents and Nick’s new boss needs Doug and Nick to figure out who it is and put a stop to it. And if they accidentally fall in love along the way that is no one’s business but their own. Neither man wants to be a hero. But maybe between the two of them, they can save the world. Or at least their little corner of it. AmazonKU
COSMIC SECOND CHANCE ENCOUNTER (CPSMIC BOND CHRONICLES SERIES BOOK ONE) by G R Stellar
VS Note: Reviews mention this is a short book.
Running away from home was supposed to be the easy part as a Princess. Now, I got more than I bargained for when it comes to love towards a handsome Alien commander. As spiders ended up attacking the village I was in, I honestly thought I was going to die. I kept thinking about all the things that I wanted to do, not wanting to lose like this.
But then he came into my life and rescued me. Lian, a strong, handsome Commander with an army at his disposal who might seem cold, but he is actually a sweetheart. He wants to give me the world, whether it is with his mouth or his heart. I find myself falling for him every day, not understanding how someone can make me feel so much in so little time.
I think he is honestly feeling the same way, but he is scared to show me his dark side. I just have to reveal my truth as well, but will he even be able to accept me for who I am? AmazonKU
CURVY STELLAR SECRETS UNVEILED (COSMIC BOND CHRONICLES SERIES BOOK TWO) by G R Stellar
Marrying someone that I did not love was not something I wanted to do.
But when a handsome alien warrior steps into my life, there’s no way that I would choose anyone else. As a Princess, I don’t have many choices when it comes to my overbearing family. They expect me to follow by their rules and never question anything. But following my heart is my biggest goal, and he supports me. Lynx, a normal alien warrior who is sinfully handsome and makes me crave him in ways I have never felt before. He wants to show me the world and give me everything. He doesn’t want anything from me in return. But so many people are against us, and it’s only a matter of time before they get their way. AmazonKU
MATED TO THE ALIEN WARRIOR (SPIRIT MATES OF THE LAEDIRIIAN EXILES BOOK ONE) by Michelle Nova
I was abducted by aliens. At first, I thought it was a prank, but it’s real.
I never imagined my life could change so drastically. One moment, I was dealing with the heartbreak of catching my boyfriend cheating on me; the next, I was abducted by aliens. Now, I’m stranded on an unfamiliar planet called Laedirissae and I’m surrounded by beasts that want to eat me. I’m terrified and alone. But then, I meet Draggar—a fierce warrior with a heart as big as his muscles. As Draggar and I navigate the challenges of surviving on his planet, we discover that our connection goes deeper than anything I ever though possible. He believes I am his spirit mate, but I’m not so sure. The stakes grow higher as we deal with tribal conflicts that threaten to boil over and danger lurking around every corner. In this alien world, where survival is a daily battle and trust is a precious commodity, I must find the strength to embrace my role and the courage to believe in a future I never thought possible. Because here, amidst the wild beauty of planet Laedirissae, I’ve found something worth fighting for: love, hope, and my alien warrior. AmazonKU
HIS ALIEN by Holly Day
Brox was once a fierce warrior, but now his only job is to share his home with an alien. A human. All Forest Blue wanted was to go on a trip to Europe, not get kidnapped by aliens. He hadn’t even known aliens existed. Though, he guessed things could be worse. The huge devil lookalike he’s been given to hasn’t tried to eat him … yet. Small favors. But would it cost him to smile now and then? Brox Scoreceds Cruul was once a fierce warrior, now demoted to take care of an alien. A few months back, the leading females had sent a ship to gather ten human females from their home planet in hopes of saving the Negudade people from extinction. Now a male has arrived on the planet, and the leading females have given him to Brox, since he has a language implant that allows him to understand humans. His assignment is to make the human thrive. How could anyone make a human thrive? The devils have the emotional depth of a shallow water puddle, but Brox feeds Forest and makes sure he has everything he needs. It’s not what Forest imagined his life to be, but when a creep starts following him around, Brox goes all snarly devil on his stalker. So maybe having an alien husband isn’t too bad? Amazon
ZELECK (RAKUI WARRIORS BOOK FOUR) by Lena Gray and Juno Wells
Jay-duh is a fierce and intelligent female who dreams of returning to her home in the stars, not of settling down in this primitive world. She does not want a mate, least of all me, even though my heart knows we belong together. When her relentless search for answers sends Jay-duh on a dangerous quest, I will do everything in my power to keep her safe. Even if protecting my mate from the planet’s many predators leads to a discovery that might help her leave. Now, I am on a quest of my own. To convince Jay-duh to follow her own heart…instead of her head. Because the undeniable bond between us is a gift from the gods—and I can give her the one thing she will never find among the stars: the family she always wanted. AmazonKU
VILLAIN: DARK MM SCIFI ENEMIES TO LOVERS WHY CHOOSE ROMANCE (DEMONS OF FOXGLOVE GROVE BOOK ONE) by Chani Lynn Feener
Nix Monroe has a plan. Infiltrate the Enigma app and lure out whoever his cousin was last speaking with before everything went to shit. Nix won’t stop until he finds answers, even if that means transferring to a different university and getting entangled with the infamous Demons of Foxglove Grove. Lake, West, and Yejun. Three of the most powerful men on the entire planet, and also the deadliest. When Nix finds himself on their radar, he thinks maybe it’s not all bad, and he can twist the situation to his advantage. It’s not long, however, before he discovers the Demons have their own objective. Someone is after them, and they want to use Nix to lure out whoever that may be. Forced to pretend to be their new mutual plaything, Nix struggles to search for clues about his cousin and maintain personal boundaries between himself and the guys. They might take his body, but he refuses to give them any other part of himself, especially since there’s no way of knowing if one of them happens to be the person he’s after…(more blurb on ebook seller’s page) AmazonKU
GOBLIN GIRL (EMPIRE OF THE SKY BOOK FOUR) by Mikala Ash
Nancy Lea is the Lunarian envoy to Queen Victoria. She and Jacob McCleary come to Earth with a deadly warning from Mon Ilson, the Emperor of Space. At an isolated airfield in the midst of a raging storm, Nancy is cruelly mistaken for the murderous Lady Neva Talbot-Rhys. Nancy is interrogated by the Queen’s Agent, the witch Felicity Cressy. To keep her off guard, Felicity employs an unorthodox strategy. She introduces the dashing Captain Jaimee Dalgliesh to the alien in human form. His mission is to seduce Nancy, but can he avoid being seduced in turn? Goblin Girl continues the Cressida Troy saga in which an unprepared world faces alien invasion. In a time where airships are commonplace, and witchcraft plays a crucial role in Queen Victoria’s empire, Goblin Girl is a steamy adventure in the strange but curiously familiar universe of what could have been.
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VS Note: STAR CRUISE MAROONED has been getting fresh buzz on Tiktok lately (yay!) so I thought I’d feature it from my backlist here. A planned afternoon of recreation on a nature preserve planet turns into a nightmare once they are marooned…
This is one of my best sellers of all time and I always credit the amazing cover by Fiona Jayde as a critical success factor!
STAR CRUISE MAROONED by Veronica Scott
Note: This is the first in the series chronologically although each book is a standalone and can be read in any order. This book tells the story of how Red and Meg met before they came to be aboard the Nebula Zephyr (where the rest of the STAR CRUISE series takes place).
Meg Antille works long hours on the charter cruise ship Far Horizon so she can send credits home to her family. Working hard to earn a promotion to a better post (and better pay), Meg has no time for romance.
Former Special Forces soldier Red Thomsill only took the berth on the Far Horizon in hopes of getting to know Meg better, but so far she’s kept him at a polite distance. A scheduled stopover on the idyllic beach of a nature preserve planet may be his last chance to impress the girl.
But when one of the passengers is attacked by a wild animal it becomes clear that conditions on the lushly forested Dantaralon aren’t as advertised – the ranger station is deserted, the defensive perimeter is down…and then the Far Horizon’s shuttle abruptly leaves without any of them.
Marooned on the dangerous outback world, romance is the least of their concerns, and yet Meg and Red cannot help being drawn to each other once they see how well they work together. But can they survive long enough to see their romance through? Or will the wild alien planet defeat them, ending their romance and their lives before anything can really begin?
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SOUL REAPER (SCYTHE AND SOULS BOOK THREE) by Eve Langlais
Being a hero would be a lot easier with an instruction manual. A hero’s work is never done! I’m the guild’s only reaper witch and it’s my job to save humanity. After a few hiccups, I rose to the challenge and expelled the demon king from Earth, however, Moloch’s time in exile allowed another demon prince to rise in ranks. Not good since this self-proclaimed Emperor of Inferis is planning an invasion. While I’ve managed to finally hone my magic and no longer suck at physical combat, there’s still much to do. Seducing two sexy reapers is at the top of that list, but I also need to pay a debt to a mysterious voice. Finding a body for the portal entity to inhabit might have to take a backburner, though, given everything else going on. The new demonic Emperor isn’t just looking to rule Earth, it’s got an interest in me, I just can’t figure out why. Perhaps it’s time to put down the training scythe, hit the books, and learn the origin of my power. The truth ends up being even worse than expected and I might have to do the unthinkable to save everyone I love. I only hope I don’t lose my soul in the process.
DARK WINE AT THE ALTAR (A HILL VAMPIRE NOVEL BOOK 11) by Jenna Barwin
As Cerissa and Henry step up to the altar to get married, will they really have a happily ever after? When someone disguises a silver stake as a wedding present, vampire Henry Bautista is the obvious target. But with threats following them from their home to their honeymoon, Cerissa must face the truth: she can’t save everyone. AmazonKU
THEIR PRETTY LITTLE MONSTER (MONSTERS NIGHT BOOK ONE) by Mila Young
In their arms, danger becomes desire. Every year, monsters demand their Offerings—women like me. This year, I thought I escaped. I thought I was safe. Then he arrived. The Viscount. Dangerous and ruthless, he declares me a late Offering. Swept into the deadly realm of the Shadowfen, I realize I’m not here by chance. They want to rule, and I’m their key. My reality crumbles, and as much as we act like enemies, they refuse to let me go. Their touch ignites a fire I can’t resist, fueling desires I never expected. They call me their little monster. Maybe they’re right. Because when everything is stripped away, a fiercer side of me no one expected—not even me—emerges. You see, in the shadows, temptation and peril collide. So, ready or not, the monster within is about to be unleashed… and these three Shadowfen are eager to claim their prize…Me. AmazonKU
WILD FOREVER by Mila Young
NO BLURB???? AmazonKU
THE MERCHANT AND HIS LOUT (THE PIRATE’S REVENGE BOOK TWO) by Katy Haye
An easy job? Funny, they all start that way…Ozzo and his fellow pirates aren’t averse to a little kidnap and ransom. But their victims don’t usually volunteer themselves. Merchant Zakaria wants revenge. His parents just threw away everything he did for their family business and made his younger sister their heir. Fine. He’ll get abducted by pirates and they’ll soon see what a mistake they’ve made. Except they don’t. When his family refuses to pay the ransom Zakaria realises the danger he’s in. The pirates still need a payoff. If he’s not to be sold into slavery, he needs to make himself useful. Quickly. But it’s hard to think straight when irritatingly attractive pirate Ozzo keeps pushing him off-balance with his muscles and his grin and his gruff protectiveness which Zakaria never knew he wanted before. Zakaria wants to trust Ozzo to keep him safe, but he trusted his family and look where that left him. These people are pirates, and definitely not to be trusted – whatever his heart says. AmazonKU
SHADOW’S END (THE LIZZIE GRACE SERIES BOOK 12) by Keri Arthur
With a wedding to plan and a future mother-in-law who hates her, the last thing Lizzie Grace needs is two psycho vampires rampaging through Castle Rock. But as their battle draws ever closer to her circle of friends, Lizzie finds herself unwillingly drawn deeper and deeper into their conflict. Then one vampire does the unthinkable, and Lizzie goes to war.
Can she save everyone she loves and finally get her happy ending with Aiden? Or will darkness forever claim the reservation and consume them all?
GRIM JUSTICE: RBMC TONOPAH, NV by Nikki Landis
VS Note: Author sez: “paranormal reaper twist”.
There’s a peace that can only be found on the other side of war. I’ve waited nearly two decades for justice. And I’m finally close enough to get revenge. The bad blood between me and Razr goes way back to the day his father, Scar, murdered my old pres, Keys. I took out Scar and then Razr’s brother, Acid. They paid for their crimes. I won’t rest until Razr meets the Reaper and faces judgment. But the past carries secrets I never imagined. New information surfaces and challenges everything I know. It’s not just about protecting my club. I’ll do anything to keep my ol’ lady and my son safe. I would even give up the throne to ensure they survive. Because nothing will stop me from reaping Razr’s soul and forcing him to his knees. There’s a reason I’m called Grim. Death is my playground. I will end this war and the feud with the Scorpions. Not a soul, Reaper, or Lucifer himself will stop me. This book is NOT a standalone. Devil’s Ride should be read before Grim Justice. For best enjoyment, the series should be read in order since ongoing stories overlap and characters appear throughout from start to finish. AmazonKU
CHRISTMAS EVE WITH KRAMPUS (THE BEASTS OF BLACKMOOR BOOK TWO) by Sarah Spade
When I’m given the opportunity to petition a “wish” from the Blackmoor council, I’m not so sure I believe in magic—but I’m desperate enough for an escape from my current life to give it a try. Besides, I’m a kick-ass survivalist with a can-do attitude. Despite the rumors and the stories about this “magical” place, there isn’t anything in the woods that I can’t handle. Tell that the the toothy little gnomes that attack my first night in…At least, that’s what I call them. Because if I admitted what they really are—freaking Christmas elves—I might just think better about spending my holidays in the dark, snowy woods. With only the clothes on my back and the fruit the Blackmoor council gave me, I decide to find shelter to hunker down and make it through my three days in peace—until those damn elves attack again, intent on bringing me to a ominous man known only as the Toymaster. But before those creeps can, another demon steps out of the woods, frightening off the elves and scaring the crap out of me. Krampus is more than six feet tall—not counting his horns—and he looks like he could snap me in half… and that’s if he doesn’t trap me in the chains he has clutched between his claws. Of course, after he saves me only to take me for himself, I spend Christmas Eve with Krampus—and those very same chains. But that’s Christmas Eve. What happens on Christmas? What happens when the Toymaster comes searching for me himself? And, most importantly, what happens when my three days are done? AmazonKU
ENTRANCED BY THE IMMORTAL: AN MM FAIRYTALE ROMANCE by R K Pierce
A twist of fate, an ancient vampire prince, and a curse that must be broken. Entranced by the Immortal is an MM retelling of Beauty and the Beast. AmazonKU
ANCIENT MAGIC (MAGIC FOR HIRE BOOK TWO) by Alexandra Ivy
The Vampire Cabal meets only under the direst circumstances. But since Skye Claremont’s coven proved wild magic has returned, the cabal has gathered in New York City to decide the fate of the powerful mages. Skye doubts her oracular powers can help. After ten years indentured to a demon gang, paying off her father’s gambling debts with visions, her freedom has come despite her weak abilities, not because of them. But when her father sends a text to demand a meeting, she doesn’t need to read the future to know trouble will follow. The demons want her to kidnap Micha, the reclusive, fearsome leader of the New Orleans vampire cabal. As if a low-voltage witch like her could succeed. But when Skye looks into Micha’s eyes, she sees certain doom if she doesn’t take him to their stronghold after all. Spellbound more by beauty and intrigue than magic, the vampire follows her into the dark of a demon cell. When the door slams behind them, they’ll have to unravel the tangled threads of prophecy and politics that make the way forward immeasurably dangerous. But it’s desire that could undo them both.
GUARDED BY THE VODNIK: MONSTER SECURITY AGENCY by Layla Fae
VS Note: In Slavic mythology a vodnik was a water spirit.
I’m a cold-blooded killer from the deep, always getting MSA’s most hazardous underwater tasks. Fear and emotion are foreign to me, which makes me efficient but too callous to work with clients. Even though close protection is not my forte, I’m assigned a human principal–a witness testifying against a criminal organization. She is fragile, clingy, and too warm. I hate her instantly, her affectionate nature clashing with mine. But this assignment comes right from the top, and I can’t refuse it.
Every minute I spend with her is an annoyance, until we end up trapped in an underwater cave, where her survival hinges on being shockingly close to me. Her warm touch on my body is like a powerful current that tears my shields apart. Her trusting eyes locked with mine destroy my peace of mind. For the first time, I’m flooded with feelings. And they are all about her. I’m addicted, my heart and body throbbing with the onslaught of emotions. The only way to soothe the pain is to get more of her, more touches, more smiles, more affection. I crave her even though I know I’m a monster and a killer, and she deserves better. I’m not selfless enough to let her go. AmazonKU
DANGER FOR A DUCHESS (DUCHESS OF BLACKMOOR MYSTERIES BOOK FOUR) by Nellie H Steele
VS Note: Listed in Ghost Mysteries.
As Lenora struggles to decipher the eerie happenings surrounding her daughter and strives to free her friend’s trapped spirit, a new puzzle emerges–one that hits too close to home. When her father is brutally murdered, Lenora must plunge into the dark depths of his past, unearthing secrets that sends shivers down her spine. With her life hanging in the balance and a treacherous fate looming, Lenora must unravel a sinister web of connections or risk becoming the next victim. AmazonKU
HER PAINTER BEAR MATE (CRESCENT LAKE BEARS BOOK FOUR) by Arizona Tape
Famous painter Dee has a big issue: her creative well has dried up and she has a new gallery show coming up. In a desperate attempt to find inspiration, she anonymously signs up to a paint workshop in an obscure little town. Bear shifter Clarissa loves running her workshops and discovering new talent. When a mysterious woman with impeccable technique but no vision signs up, Clarissa can’t help but be intrigued by her newest pupil. Through a series of sessions, Dee and Clarissa get to know each other better and discover inspiration in unexpected places. But as the painting sessions come to an end, can the stunted painter find a way to express what’s in her heart?
THEIR BLOOD QUEEN by J R Thorn
Three sexy vampires haunt my dreams and they love to make me scream. For all the right reasons. The nightmares started on Monster’s Night. I figured my overactive libido was just tripping out because of all the literal monsters on the news. Some portal opened up and they were terrorizing women, in particular. But seriously, what female hasn’t thought about that monster under the bed once or twice in a sensual light? There’s just something about danger, about fangs, about long tongues…So, I let the dreams happen. I invite them in. But one night, when I open my eyes and they’re literally feasting on me… I realize it’s no dream. This is real. AmazonKU
IVY AND THE DEATHSTALKERS (FEMME FREAKSHOW) by Scarlett Philips
My victims know me by many names, Jessica, Felicity, Morgan… My parents named me Ivy… as in poison Ivy. I’m much deadlier than the comic book character though. One touch, one drop of blood or saliva, and you’re good as dead. What’s a girl to do when she can’t touch someone without killing them? Put her curse to good use and turn it into a gift. From the time I knew what would happen if I touched anyone, I became very selective with who I touched. If I ever touch you, just know you deserve it. Turns out my killer touch attracted the attention of an assassins guild I’ve only heard of in whispers. I didn’t know they were real. But I’ve been invited to join their ranks. Having someone tell me who to kill isn’t high on my list, but if they could help me find those responsible for my parents’ murder, it may be worth it. Just when I get my first assignment, I run into trouble. Literally. This tall broody asshole is standing between me and my target. But something awakens within me when I look into his hazel eyes. A pull I never wanted ensnares me. But when he costs me my target, I kick his ass and disappear before he knows what hit him. I’m not counting on him and his brothers hunting me down. Or on them all being my mates. What else could go wrong? Shit. I shouldn’t have said that. AmazonKU
DEVIL’S CHOSEN: ARCHANGELS IN LOVE BOOK ONE by J L Ichkhanian
Everything about Bella’s life is normal. Between keeping her antique jewelry business afloat and her crazy uncle alive, the holiday season promises to be equally unexceptional- that is, until a devastatingly handsome man appears out of a manhole cover and mist. When she rushes off a curb to try to save him from a speeding SUV, she only makes matters worse. She’s picked the wrong time to forget that she’s a klutz. But having earned the loyalty and protection of The Devil, her life is about to change. Going by the name Attar Etoile, The Devil has settled in for his eternity. Guarding the prison of wayward angels isn’t terrible, just lonely. He’s in the middle of a good book when an alarm sounds, heralding peril to all Creation. Rising above shell, he expects to find the problem and deal with it quickly, but he doesn’t count upon a slip of human trying to “save” him. All signs point to…(more blurb on ebook seller’s page) AmazonKU
BENEDICT AND BEAR TRILOGY BOOK TWO by Lisa Oliver
“They seek to strip me of everything, to emotionally reduce me to a shell of a man so they can use my magic. Clearly they won’t stop at anything to get what they want.” Necromancer Benedict Dule is on his way to England to face a past he’s avoided for ten long years – ever since his entire family were wiped out one night by a mysterious house explosion. Now the Magical Council is calling him home, demanding he summon his dead family members to ascertain the truth of what really happened that night. “I don’t have words,” he said softly. “I can’t fathom, when those people should’ve supported you and they…” he couldn’t even say it, yet Benedict had lived with it. Bear shifter, Dixon Cottle still has a lot to learn about magic users, although that is not surprising. He’s barely been mated to Benedict a month and most of that time was spent dealing with the issues surrounding his sister’s untimely death. But when Benedict is being threatened by the Magical Council in England, Dixon has no hesitation in getting on his mate’s plane, and flying out with him, even if he’s really not sure what’s going on…(more blurb on book seller’s page) Amazon NOTE: The book wasn’t on Apple or Kobo yet as of the day I checked.
THE FIREBRAND’S PREY (BLOOD COVEN WORLD BOOK SIX) by T M Smith
Lobo, a Firebrand wolf shifter, stumbles upon Faeth in the woods. Believing the captivating ylve with golden hair and enchanting blue eyes is with a drug ring, he pursues her. When he captures his prey, the wolf’s primal instincts recognize her as his destined mate. She is more cautious, finding it hard to trust a shifter known for his impulsive nature. In a world where mix-breed relationships are met with prejudice, Lobo and Faeth confront their own doubts and fears while betrayal lurks in the shadows. Their journey takes them through a fantastical realm brimming with passion, the eternal bond of love, and intrigue. Will the fierce wolf and the alluring ylve find solace in each other’s arms, or will the forces of hatred tear them apart? The strength of their love is put to the ultimate test.
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DEADLY TEMPO (A WITCH IN THE WOODS BOOK 26) by Jenna St James
A 40-year-old Witch with a New Career – A Gargoyle Sheriff Raising a Teenaged Daughter – And an Enchanted Island Full of Secrets – With only a few days left until Tamara and Zac tie the knot, the last thing they need is a disaster…but that’s exactly what they get when Shayla and Needles discover the DJ dead. While the wedding party scrambles to get a replacement, Shayla, Needles, and Zoie dig in deep to find the killer. Between the bachelorette party, suspect interviews, and a mandatory mani-pedi with the gossiping GiGi, Shayla isn’t sure if she has enough strength and magic to solve this latest murder. Can she figure out who the killer is? Or will the wedding party hit a deadly tempo? AmazonKU
STORMLORDS: GUARDIAN’S REDEMPTION by Marie Harte
I am the Guardian of Storm and Killer of Shadow, a magic user more powerful than any my world has ever seen. Yet for all my power, I, Arim Valens, have never conquered my nemesis and ex-lover. For three hundred years, we’ve battled. I’m a creature of Light. She’s a Dark Lord with real power. Only one thing could bring us together. Tanselm—our magical world, is dying. We’ll risk it all to save our sentient land. Even if it means revisiting the past. It will take all my power and compassion to heal hurts both old and new, and to redeem myself in the eyes of the only woman I’ve ever truly loved. Before it’s too late.
STAR CROSSED BETAS by Emory Winters
VS Note: MM PNR.
Connor – Ending up in an arranged marriage with the man who ripped my heart out of my chest and put it through a blender—was not on my bingo card this year. Yet what did I expect when I made the most clichéd mistake of falling in love with the son of the enemy pack? If we don’t find a way to coexist and build a pack together, we’re in breach of the peace agreement. But how do you forgive the unforgivable? Phoenix – Regret should be the title of my memoir. One secret spilt to the wrong person toppled my life like a house of cards. I’m desperate for Connor to forgive me, but too much is at stake if I tell him the truth about why I betrayed him. How are we supposed to build a life together on a land filled with bitter-sweet memories? The last pack on this land died in a series of fires fifty years ago. I only hope that Connor’s fiery temper doesn’t lead us to the same fate. AmazonKU
THE DROWNING HOUSE by Cherie Priest
VS Note: Listed in Ghost Thriller and Horror/Occult.
Houses fall into the Pacific Ocean all the time. Not one has ever come back. Until today. A violent storm washes a mysterious house onto a rural Pacific Northwest beach, stopping the heart of the only woman who knows what it means. Her grandson, Simon Culpepper, vanishes in the aftermath, leaving two of his childhood friends to comb the small, isolated island for answers—but decades have passed since Melissa and Leo were close, if they were ever close at all. Now they’ll have to put aside old rivalries and grudges if they want to find or save the man who brought them together in the first place—and on the way they’ll learn a great deal about the sinister house on the beach, the man who built it, and the evil he’s bringing back to Marrowstone Island.
KIKI (WEREWOLF ACADEMY BOOK THREE) by Mazzy J March
I have no idea who my parents are. I was left on a fire station doorstep a long time ago and have lived my entire life in the human foster system. Fortunately, when I shifted at sixteen, I was in one where I shared a room with a fox shifter who knew what was happening and showed me how to keep my secret. But none of that saved me from aging out and finding myself about to be homeless on the street. With only a few weeks left in this place, a plain brown package arrived for me. I opened it to find a letter from something called Shifter ancestry and a DNA test kit. My foster mom asked no questions when she handed me the box, mostly because she was not one of the “good ones.” As long as she got paid, everything was fine. Now I’m on my way to the Werewolf Academy. Apparently my DNA test met some sort of scholarship requirement. I have two half sisters there, but I don’t think they know about me. I sure hope they know something about our mutual parent because I’m sick of floating through the world without a tether. Maybe they also share my gift? We’ll find out. I’m very ready to have a family and a place where I truly belong. And…if I’m truly lucky, maybe Fate will have a mate for me. But I don’t want to ask too much. I know better. AmazonKU
PROTECTED BY THE WILD BIGFOOT by Eden Ember
I moved to the land I inherited in the Pacific Northwest against the warnings of others. The tales of Bigfoot had always run rampant in the area, but I didn’t give it a second thought Until I ran across one! Not only are bigfoots real, they can speak. And, um, they are very human-like, only much larger. He protects me from his kind, who don’t want me around. Is it possible to fall in love with a bigfoot? Asking for a friend. AmazonKU
FAE FOR PAY by Meghan Maslow
Hello, gentle reader (or online stalker). My name is Teremie—yes, it’s a T, not a J, thanks for asking—Summers. Maybe you’ve seen me on Only Fae. I play the sexpot elf of your dreams. Through a bizarre turn of events, I end up cast as an elf in an upcoming epic fantasy film—even though my acting skills are mainly of the “fae for pay” online variety.
My co-star is the once-cute-teen-star, turned smokin’ hot, all grown up, wolf-shifter Kade Savage. That infuriating wolf might be Hollywood royalty, but somewhere along the way his scepter got lodged in his princely, uh, ego.
I get it. This movie is his ticket back to fame, and he’s not interested in a nobody like me. *Cue my eye roll* In fact, he acts like he hates me. Which is good, because the feeling is mutual. I don’t care how hot he is.
But before long I catch him giving me big-bad-wolf eyes when he thinks I’m not looking. Even worse, his low, growly voice makes my heart beat a little faster and sends tingles down my spine and on a one-way trip to my nether regions. Just when the UST between us is about the erupt, we end up in a fantasy scene so real it would make Peter Jackson jealous. What in the Lord of the Rings alternate dimension is this?! Trapped, we have to rely on each other—and a contrary magical coin—to get us home . . . or die trying. AmazonKU
SUMMER FLING WITH A SEA GOD (JINX PARANORMAL DATING AGENCY BOOK SIX) by Laura Greenwood
A dating cruise, a sea god, and a lot more complications than Bo ever expected. When Bo heads on a Jinx Dating Cruise to keep an eye on the international superstar she manages, the last thing she expects is to fall head over heels for Neptune. Summer Fling With A Sea God is a mythology-inspired paranormal m/f romance and part of the Jinx Paranormal Dating Agency series. It features a Roman sea god who doesn’t believe in love, and the woman who accidentally captures his heart.
LET ME CLAIM YOU (SEVEN HORNY SINS BOOK ONE) by Marina Simcoe
One minute, I’m taking out the trash in the alley behind my restaurant. The next, I’m snatched by something unspeakable and brought to a place called Purgatory. Avar, the ancient, monstrous entity who took me, claims he’s one of the mortal sins. Possessiveness and greed are his very nature, and there is nothing I can do to escape him. When an unexpected discovery in Avar’s massive collection of artifacts leads us on a perilous adventure to another world, Avar and I have no one to rely on but each other. And what do you know? Even the ancient abomination like the Mortal Sin of Greed can do the right thing when it truly matters, sweeping me off my feet. But what future can a human woman have with an ancient monster? Amazon
REIGN OF MALICE (PREQUEL TO SLEEPING NO MORE) by Aisha Urooj
Aurora has spent her whole life in fear of the wicked witch’s curse. But on her sixteenth birthday, everything will change, for better or for worse. What if her worst nightmare comes true? How will her story end? This is not the fairytale you know. In this reimagining, creatures are not always what they seem, be it a demon or a prince. In this story, as Sleeping Beauty awakens, she must fight for her kingdom and all that she holds dear, even when hope seems lost. ‘Reign of Malice’ serves as the prequel to ‘Sleeping Beauty No More’ and concludes with a shocking cliffhanger. Together, ‘Reign of Malice’ and ‘Sleeping Beauty No More’ create a magical and fantastical duology.
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WADE: A DRAGON VEIL UNIVERSE NOVELLA (SOLITARY DRAGONS BOOK FOUR) by Minerva Howe
VS Note: MM MPREG PNR
When Morgan finds out he’s pregnant, it comes as quite a shock. It’s the wrong time of year for a dragon to get that way, and he and his lover, Wade, just aren’t that close. Are they? So Morgan leaves his place in Santa Fe for the the old family home in Colorado mountains to have the baby and figure out what to do. Wade knows something is up when he goes to find Morgan, and the condo he lived in has been sold. So he tracks his mate down, because he knows Morgan is just that, and they set about figuring out how to live with each other. Which is great, except they have to deal with an old frenemy, a house that seems to be closing in on them, and the fact that everything, especially their relaitonship, is completely different. Can they navigate all the new problems that come their way together? AmazonKU
CURSED COLLARS (CATS WALKING DOGS AND SOLVING MYSTERIES BOOK 11) by Corrine Winters
This witch is on the case! But she wasn’t ready for all the secrets that came with it…Young witch Katie Houseman has been using her animal whispering powers for good. But when Katie dives into the mysterious death of a film crew member, she discovers her own magical abilities are just beginning. With the help of her boyfriend Tom, her magical aunt Zorah, her familiar Biscuit, and witch Yvonne, Katie uncovers sinister forces are targeting her quiet town. Ones she never expected…Between dark witches and murderers, Katie will have to embrace her untapped witch powers to rescue a friend and put a stop to the chaos threatening to be unleashed. But stop these evil forces, can Katie unlock her own secrets…Or will they be buried with her? AmazonKU
KING OF PRIDE AND TALONS (WILDWOOD SHIFTERS BOOK TWO) by Milly Taiden
Breya Kaydalle loves using her powers to heal people. As a witch in a human community, she’s often wondered about the supernatural territories of the Wildwoods, but she had no idea she’d soon have the chance to live in one. She is soon thrust into a world of royal intrigue and destined love… and into the arms of a king. A strong, powerful and hunky lion king. Thorne Bawold is the alpha lion and king of the Savanna Kingdom. His territory in the Wildwoods is prosperous and peaceful, and he should want for nothing. There is one thing he wants more than anything. Life’s highest prize of all: his fated mate. When he sees beautiful and caring Breya he knows she’s the one and will fight anyone who stands in his way. When sinister forces threaten to tear them apart, Thorne must unleash his primal power to save his queen. The lions want a shifter, and they let it be known that the witch isn’t welcome. Thorne and Breya must battle corrupt monarchs and a community discriminating against her. But will it be enough for their kingdom and for their relationship to survive? AmazonKU
KING OF FIRE AND SCALES (WILDWOOD SHIFTERS BOOK THREE) by Milly Taiden
Their destinies are intertwined: the King’s Sorceress just doesn’t know it yet. Thalia Hafeld has always been able to wield magic, but instead of attending the training academy, she stayed home to care for her father. She’d given up on her dreams of finding more to life until the sexy Dragon King knocked on her door and informed her that she was the woman he’d been looking for. King Drake Syheath of the Mountain Dragon Kingdom knew there were ancient dragon kings who’d had Creation Sorceresses for mates, but it had been generations since anyone had seen one. When he meets the stunningly beautiful Thalia, he knows that his life is changed forever, whether or not she knows the role she’s meant to play. A war is brewing, and Thalia is the key to either side winning. Can Drake keep her safe and convince her to join him as his Queen? AmazonKU
LOVE FOR HELLER (ALASKAN PEBBLE GIFTERS BOOK NINE) by Amy Bellows
VS note: MM PNR. Author states first 8 books must be read prior to this one.
Heller doesn’t need an alpha. His life is already complete. He has plenty of friends, his dream job, and a tender relationship with his kid, who he gave up for adoption to two sweet alphas, only to end up as an honorary member of their family. Life is good, and he doesn’t want anything to change. Then he meets Sergey. Half polar bear shifter and half Gentoo, Sergey is a walking contradiction. He’s unapologetically sensual, but wants a lifelong bond. He’s a wildly talented welder, but refuses to abide by the polar bear shifter welding rules. He promises Heller he’ll settle for a one night stand, but after an all-nighter that completely rocks Heller’s world, Sergey sends him a text that makes him question everything: How about one more time? AmazonKU
MY ORC ROOMMATE WITH BENEFITS (EASTSHORE ISLE BOOK THREE) by Veronika Kane
I’m a focused and goal-oriented librarian-in-training, so there’s no way I’m falling for my himbo roommate, who gives off major golden retriever vibes, right? Right. But dang. Since the moment I started renting Luxor’s spare bedroom, I’ve been plagued with these inconvenient urges…so being mature, responsible adults, we’ve decided to deal with them. One time. Once, to rid Lux of his innocence. Once, to rid me of these distracting desires to lick him. Should’ve known once wouldn’t be enough. My roommate (with benefits) might be the kind of guy who is always goofing off and laughing and rescuing puppies, but he’s turning out to be a surprisingly deep male… And I’m having a hard time thinking of this as temporary. But soon I’ll have to leave the adorable small town of Eastshore permanently (there’s not many opportunities for wannabe librarians here), so it’s best not to get too close. But with a category two hurricane bearing down on us, I’m going to learn what’s truly important. AmazonKU
ORNITHOLOGIST’S FIELD GUIDE TO LOVE by India Holton
Beth Pickering is on the verge of finally capturing the rare deathwhistler bird when Professor Devon Lockley swoops in, stealing both her bird and her imagination like a villain. Albeit a handsome and charming villain, but that’s beside the point. As someone highly educated in the ruthless discipline of ornithology, Beth knows trouble when she sees it, and she is determined to keep her distance from Devon. For his part, Devon has never been more smitten than when he first set eyes on Professor Beth Pickering. She’s so pretty, so polite, so capable of bringing down a fiery, deadly bird using only her wits. In other words, an angel. Devon understands he must not get close to her, however, since they’re professional rivals. When a competition to become Birder of the Year by capturing an endangered caladrius bird is announced, Beth and Devon are forced to team up to have any chance of winning. Now keeping their distance becomes a question of one bed or two. But they must take the risk, because fowl play is afoot, and they can’t trust anyone else—for all may be fair in love and war, but this is ornithology.
CHARMING THE DRAGON (STONEFIRE BRITISH DRAGONS BOOK 16) by Jessie Donovan
Hayley Beckett’s sister desperately needs a shot of dragon’s blood to save her life. She’s a lawyer who helps dragon-shifters and refuses to buy it on the black market, nor can she join the sacrifice program because of the importance of her job. However, after helping Clan Stonefire with a recent case, she hatches a plan. In exchange for her help in creating a more centralized law and case database for the dragon-shifters, they’ll give her sister the much needed treatment. What she didn’t plan on was being paired with a grumpy yet sexy dragonman who sees everything she does as a nuisance. Nathan Woodhouse is used to dealing with the alpha Protectors on Stonefire. He does his job, they leave him alone. It’s perfect. Then the clan leader and head of security assign him a job to design a legal database for a human female…(more blurb on ebook seller’s page) AmazonKU
MATCHED TO HIS DRAGONS: MM MPREG SHIFTER ROMANCE (THE DATES OF OUR LIVES BOOK 16) by Lorelai M Hart and Colbie Dunbar
Sometimes the mate you’ve been looking for is only an app away… times two. Human Alpha Jackson needs a date for his brother’s wedding. He refuses to prove his parents right, that he will be alone forever because he’s too picky to take a chance on love. Even if they are right. Jackson invites a co-worker, who declines, citing other plans. They hook him up with a dating app. It should be easy enough to find a date on Love & Hate. Who doesn’t love an open bar? Alpha dragon shifter, Brooklyn, spent his college years sure he’d met his one and only mate. At his first shift, he instantly scented his error. Just as well, since he came home to discover his omega in bed and not alone the next day. He planned to stay single, forever. But lately? Lately he’s been thinking it might be time to try again. At least there’s a shifter dating app to help. When omega dragon shifter Marcelo downloaded Love & Hate months ago, but never set it up. In theory, he wanted to find a mate, but taking that next step wasn’t so easy. Not after the last app he tried, where he was ghosted four times… in a row. His friends told him, it wasn’t him, but it’s hard to believe when it keeps happening. Maybe he’ll give this app a try. It couldn’t be worse than last time. AmazonKU
THE PREDATOR’S WOLF MATE: MM MPREG SHIFTER ROMANCE (OMEGAS OF THE SHIFTER MAFIA BOOK FOUR) by Lorelai M Hart
Nobody wants a single father as a mate… and by nobody, I mean my fated mate. Not everyone meets their fated mate on the day they give birth in a van while escaping a breeding farm. But that’s apparently how I roll. It should be my happy ever after, only it isn’t. Aziz takes one look at me and pity fills his eyes. Aziz is everything I want in a mate and I’m nothing he wants in return. I don’t get it. Fate doesn’t make mistakes, right? Only in this case, I think maybe they did. AmazonKU
THE FATEFUL KNIGHT by Janet Raye Stevens
Fate brought them together. Will destiny tear them apart? Museum curator Hal Campion believes in fate. The moment he meets high school teacher Beth Astley at a Renaissance fair, the woman who’s been haunting his dreams, he knows fate has brought them together. Beth believes she makes her own fate, until she finds what she thinks is a costume gauntlet from a suit of armor and snatches it from under Hal’s nose. She soon discovers the gauntlet is real and it possesses a sinister power that links her destiny to Hal’s. In this suspenseful and supernatural tale, Beth and Hal are hurtled across time to an age of gallant knights and their faithful ladies, where they face a deadly foe bent on tearing them apart. They must join forces in both the past and present to reunite the haunted gauntlet to its ancient suit of armor—and defeat a centuries-old curse before it destroys them both.
THE DEMON MARK (SEVEN DEADLY DEMONS BOOK FOUR) by Emma Hamm
When a demon thinks he has everything, one women will prove that he is wrong…Envy has stolen every single power in his kingdom. Through magic, he devours all those with magic, stealing it for himself. But the one power he has never managed to steal is the one that can see his future. So when an oracle appears in his kingdom, he knows he has to steal her for himself. Lilith has grown up in a circus. Traveling throughout all of the kingdoms, she has seen much and predicted even more prophecies than ever before. Until a certain demon king waltzes into one of her performances, and all she can see is darkness in his future. There is no future in him, just as she cannot see a future in herself. Stealing her is easy. But keeping her alive? That’s much harder. The Demon King will stop at nothing to keep her for himself. When he cannot bring himself to steal her power, he decides that she will be his and his alone. But her old master has other plans. An insidious plot runs throughout the kingdom. Not just to overthrow the demon king, but to remove the threat from its source. Her. He has more magic at his fingertips than any other creature to ever exist. And Envy will use every single spell he knows to keep her safe. AmazonKU
THE FAERIE GUILD TRIALS (EARTH AND SHADOWS BOOK ONE) by Gwen Preston
Efia Mathonwy, the last Gwri, is thrust into the treacherous trials of the Seelie and Unseelie courts, wielding the rare power to control shadows. As she faces ruthless foes and navigates the cutthroat faerie politics, Efia discovers an unexpected ally in Ansel, a mysterious fae with secrets of his own. In a contest where every decision could be her last, Efia’s journey unfolds in a dance of danger and intrigue. Shadows cling to her every move, revealing hidden dangers whilst unlocking the secrets of her family. As the realm teeters on the edge of chaos, Efia must choose her path wisely. Will she conquer the trials and emerge triumphant, or will the enemies that surround her become her undoing? In a world where survival is a deadly game, alliances will crumble, and the realms destiny hangs in the balance. AmazonKU
QUEEN B: THE STORY OF ANNE BOLEYN, A WITCH QUEEN (THE HRMC TRILOGY) by Juno Dawson
It’s 1536 and the Queen has been beheaded. Lady Grace Fairfax, witch, knows that something foul is at play—that someone had betrayed Anne Boleyn and her coven. Wild with the loss of their leader—and her lover, a secret that if spilled could spell Grace’s own end— she will do anything in her power to track down the traitor. But there’s more at stake than revenge: it was one of their own, a witch, that betrayed them, and Grace isn’t the only one looking for her. King Henry VIII has sent witchfinders after them, and they’re organized like they’ve never been before under his new advisor, the impassioned Sir Ambrose Fulke, a cold man blinded by his faith. His cruel reign could mean the end of witchkind itself. If Grace wants to find her revenge and live, she will have to do more than disappear. She will have to be reborn.
DARK FATE: CROWN OF THE SEVEN REALMS SERIES by A J Hampton
In the heart-pounding next installment of the Crown of the Seven Realms series, Dani, Rhyland, and his brothers venture into Luminara, the mesmerizing realm of the Fae, on a quest to find the elusive Faerite stone to add to Dani’s crown. But their mission is fraught with peril as Azrael relentlessly hunts them down, driven by dark intentions. The sting of Adrian’s betrayal still festers, threatening to tear Dani and her vampires apart just when they need unity the most. As Dani battles to control her unchecked power and unravel the mysteries of Luminara, she faces a gauntlet of new enemies and unexpected alliances. Her journey is complicated by the growing power within herself, a force she must master to save the fate of the realms. The secrets of controlling her unchecked abilities may lie in the very heart of Luminara, a realm where time flows differently, and dreams blur with reality. In this action-packed, emotionally charged chapter of the saga, Dani and Rhyland must confront their deepest fears, test the limits of their love, and make the ultimate sacrifice to save each other and the Seven Realms. All the while, they must stay one step ahead of Azrael, who is determined to thwart their quest and plunge the realms into eternal darkness. AmazonKU
KNOT ALL IS PERFECT: A LUNARCREST CITY NOVEL (LUNARCREST CITY OMEGAVERSE) by Holly Monroe
VS Note: MMFMMM why choose, some MM content, check author’s note for other details.
Nora Summers is the Perfect Omega. No, really. That’s what they call her. The pride and joy of the Design Clinic, every bit of Nora’s genome was specifically chosen to make her the ideal Omega. Luckily for her, she was guided into reaching her full potential. The core tenets of the Perfect Omega are very simple: The Perfect Omega must be the picture of beauty and health. She must maintain a clean, beautiful home and provide for her Alphas by cooking their meals, mending their clothes, and doing household chores. She must never whine or guilt her Alphas for comfort unless she is in heat. Above all, she must please her Alphas every day, in every way, deferring to them in every instance. Doing all of this, Nora just knows she will find her perfect pack. And what pack wouldn’t want the Perfect Omega? Pack Sloane is not the perfect pack.
Far from it. With an Alpha who acts more like an Omega, a burly Beta who isn’t supposed to be a part of a pack, a hacker with a heart of gold, and a chef with a bad attitude and no desire for an Omega, lead Alpha Nolan has his work cut out for him when he finds himself unexpectedly scent matched to the Perfect Omega. While most of the pack is excited to bring Nora home, it quickly becomes apparent that something is amiss when it comes to her training, and maybe the Perfect Omega isn’t so perfect for Pack Sloane. AmazonKU
THE FAE LORD (THE FAE COURT BOOK TWO) by Alexis Brooke
VS note: From JUNE 25.
After escaping Lord Eldrion’s clutches, I find myself in a new nightmare, haunted by visions of a looming apocalypse. The fate of Luminael rests on my shoulders, but the weight of my newfound powers threatens to crush me. As an empath, I am the key to stopping the ancient evil that seeks to consume us all. But I am not alone in this fight. Finn, the former court jester, stands by my side, our bond forged in the fires of our suffering. Together, we must navigate a dangerous web of alliances and betrayals, unsure of who we can trust. As the shadows grow longer and the whispers of demons grow louder, I am forced to confront the truth of my own existence. Am I a savior or a curse? A beacon of hope or a harbinger of doom? AmazonKU
TIME AND TIME AGAIN by Chatham Greenfield
Phoebe Mendel’s day is never ending–literally. On August 6th, she woke up to find herself stuck in a time loop. And for nearly a month of August 6ths since, Phoebe has relived the same day: pancakes with Mom in the morning, Scrabble with Dad in the afternoon, and constant research into how to reach tomorrow and make it to her appointment with a doctor who may actually take her IBS seriously. Everything is exactly, agonizingly the same. That is, until the most mundane car crash ever sends Phoebe’s childhood crush Jess crashing into the time loop. Now also stuck, Jess convinces Phoebe to break out of her routine and take advantage of their consequence-free days to have fun. From splurging on concert tickets, to enacting (mostly) harmless revenge, to all-night road trips, Jess pulls Phoebe further and further out of her comfort zone–and deeper in love with them. But the more Phoebe falls for Jess, the more she worries about what’s on the other side of the time loop. What if Jess is only giving her the time of day because they’re trapped with no other options? What if Phoebe’s new doctor dismisses her chronic pain? And perhaps worst of all: What if she never gets the chance to find out? Amazon
CHOSEN BY A VAMPIRE by Wynta Tyme
Dare was so deliciously otherworldly…Tempo Bondeaux thought she led a normal life. She worked closely with children with autism, did Pilates, and had wonderful friends and family. It was the usual routine until the teacher in her class fell ill and in walked the substitute. He was deliciously otherworldly like the fantasy romances she read until he spoke to her telepathically. From that initial moment, her world was turned upside down. How did she find herself cuffed to his bed for pleasure and running away from danger? After a two-year nap, I finally found my bride…Dare lived in bliss for seventeen years before an enemy surfaced and took away what he loved most. He searched high and low until his mission brought him to a small elementary school in the inner city. Finding what was taken was easy. The hard part—making her fall in love with him and battling the two human men that desire her as well, but one of those human men isn’t like the other. In this dark romance, blood will be shed, magic will be thrown, and bondage sex is showcased like a jewelry display. Who will Tempo choose? The principal that eats her like a sundae, the police officer who pines after her, or Dare, the creature of the night that makes her perform like a bad girl? AmazonKU
A WITCH WORTH PRALINE FOR (BEWITCHED BY CHOCOLATE MYSTERIES BOOK EIGHT) by H Y Hanna
Caitlyn Le Fey is savouring autumn delights like hot spiced cider and gooey toffee apples as she helps with preparations for the upcoming Samhain Festival. She’s also looking forward to sweetening her budding romance with the dashing Lord James Fitzroy and meeting his family at last. But the cosy atmosphere is shattered when a guest at Huntingdon Manor is found dead, murdered for an ancient grimoire that once belonged to the Widow Mags. Determined to find answers and retrieve the stolen “book of spells”, Caitlyn sets out to do some witchy sleuthing, and she soon uncovers a bittersweet assortment of suspects: from James’s sister’s glamorous friends to a mysterious retired academic—who might just be Caitlyn’s long-lost mother in disguise! Meanwhile, trouble is brewing in the village as superstitions simmer and hostility bubbles over towards the Widow Mags’s chocolate shop. Caitlyn soon finds herself smothered by conflicting loyalties and hidden agendas—and just when she thinks things can’t get worse, clues start pointing to James’s sister as the killer…With the help of her toothless vampire uncle and her mischievous kitten, can Caitlyn solve the mystery, find the missing grimoire, and finally uncover the truth about her mother? AmazonKU AB
DRAGON PROTECTOR’S SECRET BABY by Samantha Leal
All I wanted was to open a nature center. Now I’m hiding a forbidden romance and now there’s a little cub—or hatchling—on the way as well!
And trouble is, he’s a dragon, I’m a bear – we’re supposed to be enemies.
But Zane’s touch ignites a fire I can’t extinguish. Our secret meetings leave me breathless and wanting more. Zane says he wants me, but publicly rejects me. My heart is torn between love and betrayal. With a vengeful biker gang in town, And a century-old feud tearing us apart, I’m fighting for more than just our love. As an ancient curse unravels,
I must choose: my clan or the father of my child? Our passion could heal Misty Vale – or destroy everything. AmazonKU
THE VILLAIN WHO WASN’T: CARNIVAL OF MYSTERIES by Liv Rancourt
Micah is not a nice guy. He can shift into anything with a pulse, a rare talent that caught a demon’s eye. Threatening Micah’s weak spot – his baby daughter – that demon gave Micah seven tasks, each one shittier than the last. It’s taken him almost five years, but now that he’s done, Micah can become a better man. And he will, as soon as he figures out how. Anders is a werewolf with a plan. When the time is right, he’ll take over his uncle’s contracting company and later become Alpha of the pack. He never intended to take a mate, even one as hot as Micah. Who’s not a werewolf and might not be quite trustworthy. A visit to a mysterious carnival shows Micah what it will take to be the kind of mate Anders deserves. Things get complicated, though, because while Micah thinks he’s done with the demon, the demon’s not done with him. As Anders comes to terms with the Universe changing his plans, Micah struggles to be a worthy mate. Despite the growing strength of their bond, they need to send a certain demon back to hell, or they’ll never be able to build their future together. AmazonKU
A HEART OF DESIRE AND DECEIT (THE CHOOSING CHRONICLES BOOK TWO) by Elayna R Gallea
How does one pick up the pieces of their life after it has been obliterated by the person they mistakingly trusted? Ryker Waterborn’s heart is broken, and his wife is a killer. Their marriage is a sham, built on a foundation of murder, lies, and deceit. They’re broken. Destroyed. Yet, even after hearing her confession, Ryker cannot leave Brynleigh in the Pit. In an act of foolish love, he makes a deal to set Brynleigh free. All she has to do is go back to her Maker and find evidence that Jelisette de la Point is a traitor. That’s easier said than done, but Brynleigh is left with no choice. She can either accept the deal or rot behind bars. Worse than all that is her relationship with Ryker. Once, she thought they’d get a happy ending. Now, an ocean divides them. She broke the rules and fell in love, but is love powerful enough to save them? This is the second half of Ryker and Brynleigh’s duet, and should be read after A Game of Love and Betrayal. AmazonKU
WICKED LITTLE TRICKS (FOUR WAYS TO FATE BOOK ONE) by Sara Roethle
VS Note: From JUNE 24.
Eva Nix, glorified messenger at your service. Sure, the ability to cross boundaries into other realms is pretty neat, but when a devil tricks me into a contract, my celestial blood suddenly becomes the greatest prize in a dangerous game. My first mission lies deep in the goblin realm, beyond the wild forests to the stone towers of the old ones in search of Mistral. I expected him to be deadly and cunning. I did not expect him to sit me by a cozy fire to offer a contract of his own, sealed with a kiss. With angelics trying to kidnap me, and vampires snapping at my heels, I have no choice but to somehow fulfill both contracts. Suddenly I’m kissing goblins and cuddling up to a devil, just trying to stay afloat in their wicked game. When the truth of the game finally comes to light, it rocks my entire world. Almost as much as realizing I have feelings for a goblin prince, and maybe some for his brooding vassal, Gabriel. And as for Sebastian… Does it count as feelings when all I really want to do is rip his clothes off? Let’s hope not. I like my soul right where it is. My heart, however, seems to be up for grabs. And for now, it is hopelessly divided. AmazonKU
ALLURING RAVEN (CURSE OF THE VAMPIRE QUEEN BOOK TWO) by Jessica Sorenson
I’m on the run with Rhyland and Kingsley in a land where danger lies everywhere. Pieces of my past are beginning to unravel, and I realize nothing is what it appears to me. And the curse is worse than I thought. But nothing can prepare me for the secret that’s about to be revealed.
On top of that, my relationship with Rhyland and Kingsley is getting complicated to the point where I’m beginning to question every single one of my feelings. AmazonKU
BLESSED BY THE CUPID DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM: A COZY AND STEAMY LESBIAN PARANORMAL ROMANCE by Robin Jo Margaret
Local loner and hopeless romantic Iris Clarke is single, again, on Valentine’s Day. During the annual Cupid speech before the grand lover’s day, Jaya comes across Iris’s file. Unable to look away from those beautiful brown eyes, Jaya chooses Iris for her imminent mission. When the winged woman shows up at Iris’s house and tells her she is going to find her a partner for the day, Iris can’t believe it. With some tweaks to their official agreement, the two find themselves wandering the city to complete Iris’s list of dream dates, so that she can get the opportunity to finally experience the romance she always dreamed of. But what will happen if the feelings between the two of them become a little too real, and their agreement is only supposed to last one day? AmazonKU
SAVING TIME (ROMANCING TIME BOOK THREE) by B W Haggart
Captain Richard Starke, U.S. Army Rangers, is on assignment in Spain, the result of a disciplinary action. He is pulled back to December 1808 to save a woman from French soldiers intent on rape and murder. How? Because of a family heirloom, an ancient medallion she wears for protection. When Melissa Graham is saved by a strangely dressed man with wonderous weapons, she doesn’t know what to think. Neither does the captain. What she does know is that they must find the British Army. That means a march through bleak mountains in winter, more than 250 miles pursued by the French forces under Napoleon. Her hardest task may be to win the captain’s cooperation, convincing him that it is 1808, and his best chances of getting back to the twenty-first century will be to escort her safely to the British Army and her uncle. Maybe. She isn’t sure how the family talisman works. The greatest risk Melissa and Richard face during the dangerous trek may be their hearts. AmazonKU
OWL SHOOK UP (THE OWL STAR WITCH MYSTERIES BOOK 16) by Leanne Leeds
When Aunt Gwennie’s famous snickerdoodles go missing before the annual cookie competition, Astra and her sisters prepare for a bitter battle over the sweet treats. But the trouble turns deadly when Aunt Gwennie’s rival, Agatha Blackwell, is found dead with a snickerdoodle stuffed in her mouth. With Archie’s help, Astra dives into the cutthroat competition of Forkbridge’s baking scene. Secrets are simmering about Agatha’s controversial new recipe, stolen ingredients, and suspected poisonings. As she sifts through motives and investigates shifty behavior behind the scenes, Astra discovers that she may be in over her head. Can Astra clear Aunt Gwennie’s name and crack the case before the cookie crumbles? Or will the sisters watch Aunt Gwennie’s cookie legacy come crashing down like an underbaked soufflé? AmazonKU
SHADOWS OF DESIRE (MONSTERs CRAVE CURVES BOOK TWO) by Serena Simpson
Jenna’s life was a living hell. She escaped the nightmare, but the voices in her head and the haunting visions never left her. When she started dreaming of a purple monster chasing her, she knew her fragile existence was on the brink of collapse. On a distant world, SaKura was the crown prince, committed to helping his people. But to do so, he had to defy his father, the king, and venture to the one place forbidden to him – Earth. For his fated mate, a powerful frya capable of restoring life and fire to Diza, resided there. Jenna found herself hunted, her fated mating to the royal a coveted prize. If she could be eliminated, it would be a double victory – the crown prince of Diza would perish too. Torn between embracing and resisting their bond, Jenna and SaKura fought to stay one step ahead of those who wished them dead. But a snake slithered in their camp, feeding information to the enemy. Could they unmask the traitor and beat the adversary at their own game? Life and death hung in the balance of their choices. Would Jenna realize her love for SaKura too late to make a difference? Let the games begin. AmazonKU
WISHES AND RESEARCH (BLUE RIDGE MAGIC BOOK FIVE) by M A Innes
Paxton – Bugs. Well, beetles, but it doesn’t matter because they keep disappearing. Poof. Insects, bugs, or just creepy crawlies, Paxton doesn’t care what they’re called because they’re the most fascinating creatures he’s ever seen, and as an entomologist, that’s saying a lot. But since he’s currently in the most frustrating town he’s ever seen, there might be a connection. Fraser – Bugs. Fraser is fascinated by the adorable bug doctor who’s running around town digging in the dirt and playing with bugs. He also agrees with the rest of the nuts in town that Paxton has to be a little. But there’s one big question on everyone’s mind. Does Paxton know he’s not as vanilla as he seems to think he is? When the bugs are vanishing and the locals are perplexing, falling in love just might be the easiest part of Paxton’s magical discoveries. AmazonKU
WITCH SLAP (HOLLOWBECK PARANORMAL COZY MYSTERIES BOOK ONE) by Amelia Ash and Kim M Watt
VS Note: From JUNE 25.
Never let your brother date a witch, lest they get turned into a talking cat. Morgan Winters wants an ordinary life: A job at a bookstore, an apartment she can barely afford, and a healthy amount of existential dread. Her brother (AKA “The Ruiner”) ruins that when he shows up on her bedroom windowsill, transformed into a talking cat. He claims it’s due to a date gone horribly wrong, but Morgan’s not buying it. Still, when he begs her to take him to a witch who can change him back into a human, she reluctantly agrees. Family is family. When they arrive in Hollowbeck – a suspiciously small and suspiciously magical town – they find the witch. Only she’s dead. And there’s a letter left behind – with Morgan’s name on it. Even though no one knew she was coming. Morgan could run. She could hide. But she’s not the type. She’s determined to stick her nose into the middle of the supernatural, figure out who left her the letter, find the murderer – and hopefully sort out Ruiner’s cat problem before he leaves another hairball on the rug. AmazonKU
CURSES AND CAULDRONS (WITCHES OF MYSTIC HOLLOW BOOK ONE) by Lizzy Prince
From the outside, Mystic Hollows is an enchanting small town. Within its borders is a centuries old divide between two covens. A curse taints the first-born witches of the most powerful magical families. It’s a burden they’ve been taught to bear. But dark secrets buried long ago are bubbling to the surface. Josephine Delvaux can’t touch anyone without feeling pain. Small problem: it’s impossible to avoid contact when you have healing magic and work in the family business. Roman Blackthorn has slowly been shutting himself off from the world. When you’re cursed to never feel the touch of another, it’s hard to care about anything. One accidental brush of skin changes everything. For the first time, their curses don’t matter. Their families and covens, on the other hand, are a completely different problem. AmazonKU
A SEA OF SONG AND SIRENS (THE NAIADS OF JUILE BOOK ONE) by Whit Stanfield
Raised in a trading port, I’d seen my share of attractive sailors. But I’d never cared to get to know one, let alone allow one to follow me around, drawing my neighbors’ suspicions that I was a seductress. Until the day I pulled him from the water. I found him drowned and alone, and I breathed life into him before I knew his name. But the moment Kye opened his golden-brown eyes, I fell under a spell I couldn’t escape—until I found myself trapped under his knife. He betrayed me to my enemies, this man who owes me his life. And I hate him. To him, it’s a game of power. But to me, it’s freedom or captivity. With every dark gaze, every whispered threat, I find myself drawn to him against my will. But I refuse to fall for him a second time. He’ll have to kill me first. AmazonKU
NITRO (MOON BURROW BEARS BOOK 11) by Fel Fern
VS Note: MM Shifter Romance.
Tommy Quinn has concocted the perfect plan. Move to Moon Burrow. Learn to be independent after years of following someone else’s orders. On top of that, he wants to convince Nitro they’re somehow perfect together despite how messed up he is. It’s a tall order, especially when the past refuses to stay buried. Neal ‘Nitro’ Davis wants and needs no one else but Tommy. A series of unfortunate events had led him to join Venom’s crew. Finding Tommy had never been part of the deal. But once Tommy’s on his radar, Nitro can’t turn back. He intends to make Tommy his, but someone…or something has slipped into Moon Burrow’s defences, and it intends to drag Tommy to the afterlife. AmazonKU
SANDERS (TERK’S GUARDIANS BOOK SEVEN) by Dale Mayer
THE WOLF IN MY TAVERN by L V Lane
THE WITCH IS IN: BOOK ONE OF THE MAGICAL MEDICAL SOCIETY SERIES by Morgan ShadowsBut wait, I’m supposed to be a newly minted doctor…no, I AM a newly-minted doctor who has a true gift for healing… I just didn’t know it also came with magic! And, to complicate everything, I’m training a new doctor, Osiris, who unbeknownst to me, is also a warlock. He’s secretly watching me “awaken” as a witch, and ready to protect me from an evil coven…one that wants to ensure my powers are only used for their benefit. Of course, it doesn’t hurt that Osiris is an incredible hunk, or that he is kind. I’m falling fast for him and him for me. AmazonKU
HOUSE OF CRIMSON KISSES (KINGDOM OF IMMORTAL LOVERS BOOK TWO) by Ruby Roe
VS Note: Lesbian vampire romance.
The trials for the heir of the city have begun, and the stakes have never been higher. Red, a hunter, is struggling with her growing hunger for blood and the truth of her identity. Octavia Beaumont, one of the original three vampires, is determined to win the trials and take control of the city. But as Red and Octavia navigate deadly challenges and political machinations, they must also confront the lies and betrayals that have shaped their past. Memories have been stolen. Secrets have been kept. And the line between love and hate has never been more blurred. As the trials progress, Red and Octavia’s bond grows stronger, but so does the target on their backs. Enemies lurk in every shadow, and even allies can no longer be trusted. To survive the trials and uncover the truth…They must decide how much they’re willing to sacrifice. Confront the monsters they’ve become. And embrace a destiny that could destroy everything they hold dear. But in a world where blood is power and love is a weakness, can Red and Octavia emerge victorious? Or will their secrets be their undoing?
AMID CLOUDS AND BONES by Ella Fields
As the half faerie daughter of a human king, my days were spent tucked out of sight—until the Seelie Fae sought an alliance with our kingdom. In exchange for my father’s help in defeating their Unseelie enemies, I would wed Atakan the heartless. The Seelie prince loathed everyone, but none more than me. Throughout the years leading to our nuptials, each encounter grew more terrifying than the last as he demonstrated how he’d earned his infamous reputation. Fear would only doom me faster. So I learned to hide it with games I soon became happy to play. I wasn’t supposed to crave a monster. But just when I’d thought I might tame the untameable, fate intervened. And delivered me straight to his enemy. AmazonKU
COME SHELL OR HIGH WATER (A HAUNTED SHELL SHOP MYSTERY BOOK ONE) by Molly MacRae
VS Note: From JUNE 25.
When widowed folklorist Maureen Nash visits a legendary North Carolina barrier island shell shop, she discovers its resident ghost pirate and the mystery of a local’s untimely death . . .As a professional storyteller, Maureen Nash can’t help but see the narrative cues woven through her life. Like the series of letters addressed to her late husband from a stranger—the proprietor of The Moon Shell, a shop on Ocracoke Island, off the coast of North Carolina. The store is famous with shell collectors, but it’s the cryptic letters from Allen Withrow, the shop’s owner, that convince Maureen to travel to the small coastal town in the middle of hurricane season. At the very least, she expects she’ll get a good story out of the experience, never anticipating it could end up a murder mystery . . .In Maureen’s first hours on the storm-lashed island, she averts several life-threatening accidents, stumbles over the body of a controversial Ocracoke local, and meets the ghost of an eighteenth-century Welsh pirate, Emrys Lloyd. To the untrained eye, all these unusual occurrences would seem to be random misfortunes, but Maureen senses there may be something connecting these stories. With Emrys’s supernatural assistance, and the support of a few new friends, Maureen sets out unravel the truth, find a killer, and hopefully give this tale a satisfying ending . . . while also rewriting her own. AmazonKU AB
HER BETA (SHIFTED LOVE SERIES BOOK 11) by Fiona Davenport
Driving a pregnant member of his pack to the hospital while she was in labor was an experience Leyton Vetle didn’t want to repeat. But then her pretty nurse turned out to be his fated mate, and he knew that he’d go through the knuckle-whitening ride a million times if that was what it took to have her by his side. Evette Loughty had no idea shifters existed, let alone that she was the fated mate of The Wilderness Pack’s beta. But there was no denying the pull she felt toward Leyton. Too bad the timing was awful since she was leaving for a new travel nurse assignment the same night. AmazonKU
THE NAGA: MM MONSTER ROMANCE (THE SANCTUARY: FOREST BOOK ONE) by Stella Rainbow
Khush – What were the chances of running into my mate the first time I visited the human world? Almost none. And yet, there he was, with sparkling blue eyes, brightly painted nails, a wide smile, and a sassy as fuck mouth. There was no way I was dropping the ball on this, but it wasn’t as easy as asking him out, even though he’d left me his number on my coffee cup. Being a supernatural in the human world was tough, but bringing a human into your world? Yeah, I was going to need some help. Dustin – Meeting the sexiest man alive in a coffee shop wasn’t something I’d anticipated, but I couldn’t just let him disappear into the crowd. When the man actually texted me, I soon figured out he was much more than a handsome face. Khush was a little grumpy, a little shy, and all kinds of sweet. I had a habit of jumping in feet first into new relationships, but for the first time I felt like it wouldn’t end in a disaster. Finding out there was more to Khush’s world than I could’ve ever imagined was just the cherry on top. AmazonKU
BOUND BY FORCE (THE FATE BOUND SAGA BOOK TWO) by KD Fraser
Stolen away from my mates, I’ve now found myself imprisoned, and at the mercy of a man far worse than Zorvan ever was. Day in and day out I spend my time answering to every whim of my personal jailer while longing for Feldorn and the people there that I’ve grown to love and care for. Only…the cruel man in charge of making my life unbearable is not the one in charge. In fact, both of us are only pawns in a much grander scheme. It doesn’t take long for my tormentors plans to backfire, and soon we find ourselves in an unlikely alliance, working toward getting me freed from my cell in order to work toward the betterment of Sangaris. I’ve vowed that I won’t allow myself to care for him, but fate is holding me hostage once again. I only hope my mates back in Feldorn can forgive me. AmazonKU
NOTHING ON THIS EARTH (WITCHES ON THE HILL BOOK ONE) by Ellen Dugan
You first met the Golden sisters in the Daughters Of Midnight novels. Now the Witches On The Hill are getting their very own spin-off stories.
Brynn Golden is the eldest of four bewitching sisters. Earthy, quiet, and hardworking, the curvy brunette is most at home in her gardens where she grows her blooming herbs and flowers that she works into stunning arrangements to sell at the local Farmers Market. Brynn’s whole world is rocked the day a gorgeous, shirtless hunk jumps over her fence and literally knocks her off her feet. Detective Austin Callahan is a divorced father of a young son, new to town, and very fascinated by Brynn Golden. Her kindness, down-to-earth practicality and intriguing ways make her unlike any other woman he has known before. However, no matter what he does, or how charming he tries to be, all he seems to do is irritate her. Although Brynn tells herself not to fall for Austin’s handsome looks and suave manners, his adorable son and a run-away chicken named Marigold may be conspiring to get these two together…and no matter what the obstacle, nothing on this earth can stop the power of true love. Amazon
FATED TO THE FERAL WOLF (THE HUNTED OMEGAS BOOK TWO) by April L Moon
I never would have seen him coming, not in a million years. Feral. Growling. Terrifying. Until my wolf claimed him as hers. Shay –
I’m a lot of things; a loyal best friend, music lover, introvert. All labels I’d happily claim as mine. Survivor of abuse, I’ll claim because it’s true, and I’m a survivor. But fated mate? That one feels like an ill-fitting glove. Especially when said mate has been feral for years, and nobody knows what sent him over the edge, let alone how to get him back.
But there’s no denying my wolf, and she wants him. So what’s a girl to do? Bathe the stinky wolf if he’s going to sneak into my bed and then play him Mozart until dawn. Obviously. But a fated mate connection is a once in a lifetime bond. And if he can’t turn back into a man . . . will I be alone forever, even with him at my side? Dirge – I’ve been on the run for so many years, I don’t remember how to be a man, not really. But Shay calls to that part of me, the part I hid away so long ago. She’s everything a man could want. Gorgeous, intelligent, and funny, all wrapped into a stunning, shyly sweet package. There’s nothing under the moon I want more than to hold her in my arms. That’s the problem, though; if I give into the urge, if I change back and take her as mine . . . I sign her death warrant. The fates have foretold it, and the only way I can save her is to never go back, no matter how badly it hurts. To save her, I have to stay a wolf. AmazonKU
DEADLY LINEAGE: NECROMANCER TALES BOOK ONE byt MJ May
Shunned by most species and abandoned by their warlock fathers, necromancers are marginalized, feared, and reclusive. Erasmus Boone is different. His warlock father chose love instead of abandonment. Unusually powerful and talented, Boone’s embraced his necromantic abilities and managed to carve out an existence within a world that would rather he not exist at all. Humans aren’t the most respected species. Hell, they’re just a step above termites in the eyes of most. Detective Franklin O’Hare has never taken derision towards his humanity to heart. Determined to do the best given his human limitations, Detective O’Hare does whatever it takes to right the wrongs of the world—no matter the species concerned—even if that means working with a necromancer. Besides…(more blurb on ebook seller’s page) AmazonKU
WITCHY BUSINESS (AN AUDREY ROSE COZY MYSTERY BOOK TWO) by Amelia Ross
A rookie witch, family secrets, and shapeshifting shenanigans galore. Audrey just wants to curl up with her kitty in peace. But in this town, magic is a full-time job! Audrey thought mastering her spells was the hardest part of her day. That was before her estranged brother and eccentric aunt showed up, bringing the chaos of magical family secrets with them. To top it off, a chilling premonition of her best friend’s demise and a surprise breakup with her boyfriend throw her into a whirlwind. When evil spells are cast over her friends, Audrey has to set it all aside to save them. With the help of her feline familiar Victoria, Audrey’s sleuthing uncovers a secret society rife with shady dealings and dark revelations. Audrey has to figure out how to wield her newfound powers in time to save her friends before they become the next eerie legend whispered around town. AmazonKU
OF MONSTERS AND MAGES (VICIOUS MONSTERS) by Leann Belle
The King of Devils stole my cat, now I’m going to take his head – My dating life was already hell before I was spirited away to this treacherous Labyrinth with pitfalls and traps around every turn. The King holds my best friend hostage, while the men in the maze play with my life like I’m a disposable toy. The Minotaur hunts the twisted corridors, while a mischievous fox tempts me into dangerous trials, where each encounter is more terrifying than the last. Theron, a handsome, black-horned Weaver of Nightmares, promises to be my guide, but I don’t know if he’s truly defying the King, or if his charming smile and playful banter are all a clever game. As these monsters work their way into my heart, I just hope I can trust them. Of Monsters and Mazes is a reimagining of The Labyrinth. This darker, grittier version of a classic fairytale will keep you as on edge as our heroine with its mix of spice, horror, fantasy, and romance. AmazonKU
THE WITCHING HOURS by Victoria Danaan
ALL NEW. NOT A COMPILATION.Seven short stories on the outer edges of reality. This is speculative fiction as only Victoria Danann can deliver. In 1687 John and Cameron Campbell fled from Scotland to Massachusetts with their two little girls because Cameron was suspected of witchcraft. Herein, many generations later, are a smattering of accounts of what became of their offspring in modern times. AmazonKU
MATING SEASON by Kitty Thomas
Pop Quiz: You’re a woman alone in the forest… would you rather run into a man or a bear? I’m lost out in the woods when I cross paths with a strange man. He offers to take me back to his campsite, feed me, get me warm, but every instinct in me screams NO! He is an opportunistic predator, and I am his prey. I run. He chases. And just before I’m traumatized for life, I hear a loud roar as a seven hundred pound Grizzly bear rips the man off me and mauls him to death. So…. Team Bear? If only it were so simple. This isn’t just any normal bear. He’s a bear shifter, and he’s convinced I’m his fated mate. I appreciate the life saving and all, but I have goals and dreams, and I won’t allow fate to play matchmaker for me, no matter how otherwise appealing the shifter in question may be.
AN ARCHER’S DESTINY: MM EPIC FANTASY ROMANCE (OF CROWNS AND QUILLS BOOK TWO) by Casey Morales
A new love awakens. The world stands on the brink of war. Dark forces stir. Two brothers, finally reunited, travel worlds apart amidst the chaos. One seeks to rescue a kidnapped healer and avert a war; the other seeks answers and the slim hope of aid that might save their people. Neither is prepared for what they find. AmazonKU
TEMPEST AWAKENING (DRAGONNE LIBRARY BOOK ONE) by Emma Moon
I always dreamed of finding my place in the world, but I never imagined it would be beside a dragon…Landing a job at The Dragonne Library, a haven for magical books, should have been a dream come true. Instead, an accidental bonding with a powerful dragon throws me headfirst into a world of danger and desire. There’s the loyal gargoyle shifter with his quiet strength. The arrogant fae with a chip on his shoulder. The tormented professor hiding a broken heart. And the shadowfae who seems to know my every secret. They’re everything I never knew I craved, and their touch ignites a fire within me. But my sudden bond with my dragon has drawn unwanted attention. Now, ancient forces are gathering, determined to destroy us all. And as the lines between loyalty and love blur, I must learn to choose my allies wisely, because in this world, falling for the wrong person could be my undoing. AmazonKU
ONCE CHARMED TWICE CURSED by Shaylin Gandhi
Bria Radcliffe is Charmed, blessed at birth with the Mark of the fortune goddess. Armed with divine favor, Bria has survived freak storms, unearthed buried treasure, and secured her family’s fortune. Now she has no shortage of admirers clamoring to share her magical luck—of her hometown’s hundred eligible bachelors, ninety-nine have proposed.
Only Weston Wildes, her brother’s best friend, remains silent. He’s the only man Bria wants, but he bears the Mark of a Null—one whose touch can permanently negate her luck. Bria suspects Weston distances himself to protect her, but he doesn’t realize her “blessing” feels more like a curse, and that what she craves most—even more than him—is freedom from her Mark. When Bria’s brother arranges her marriage to a reviled duke, a masked highwayman kidnaps her en route to the ceremony. It’s then she realizes Weston isn’t the only Null in town. Now Bria’s captor holds the key to the life she’s always wanted—one that includes Weston and normalcy—if only she can convince the masked man to touch her before her luck runs out for good. AmazonKU
WICKED BEASTS (MORETTI ACADEMY BOOK FIVE) by Allie Santos
Cut the head off evil and a worse one spawned in its place, except this time it was the only creature that could destroy me . . . and I wanted it to after what I did to Beckett. But if I gave up, everything would end, and my remaining mates would meet the same fate—which wasn’t an option. It left me with one choice—find a way to break our mate bonds. A potentially useless hope, but I was desperate. When I found the monster that created me, if I didn’t win, he’d take out all of us. But my mates refused to let me act alone, and as hard as I fought, I couldn’t escape the sweet embrace of my wicked beasts. AmazonKU
WOLF’S FORBIDDEN CURSE (SILVERLEAF WOLVES BOOK TWO) by Elena Blake
A new town, a hidden pack of werewolves, and a past that won’t stay buried. I arrive in Solara Bay with nothing but a few dollars and a dark past I’m desperate to leave behind. My only chance at a fresh start comes from the kindness of Al, a bar owner who gives me a job and a place to stay. But peace is elusive. This beach town harbors a pack of werewolves, and I soon find myself entangled in their world. Rory, a dangerously sexy and mysterious werewolf, awakens desires in me I’ve never felt before, yet the danger surrounding his pack pulls me deeper into their deadly politics. Rogue werewolves and ancient curses threaten the town, and with every move I make to build a new life, I risk exposing my secrets and losing the newfound sense of safety I’ve finally found. With my past closing in and danger around every corner, I must choose: run again or fight for the place and people I’ve come to love. But staying means facing an enemy more powerful than any I’ve encountered, risking not just myself, but my heart and the very lives of those who have become my family. AmazonKU
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“New” is generally plus or minus a week or two. I try to catch up on ones I missed in recent months. And I may mention ‘special items’.
NOTE: I’m doing my best to avoid listing anything generated from use of AI but it’s sometimes tricky to detect from the resources I have available. As far as covers go, I list the Amazon cover. I won’t feature a cover in my weekly promo for this post if I believe or suspect it was done with AI and I use the AI or Not tool to decide.
I do NOT cover every single new release in SFR/FantasyR/PNR. I never have. That would be an impossible task for any human! I assemble my list by hand every week based on various informal inputs, and I do curate the list to some extent…
Some authors aren’t in KU but still don’t list books with Apple or other platforms. This report is very time consuming to prepare so I’ve always had to limit myself and cannot go and look up every book on all the platforms. If an author gives me their other buy links, I include them here but generally I develop the post on my own, not from author-supplied information. I curate and prepare this post individually every week to help connect readers/books/authors and I have to be very careful not to give it so much time as an activity that I don’t write my own novels! Thanks for the feedback and happy reading!
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