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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ALIEN IN THE DEPTHS (THRYAL MATES BOOK TWO) by Celia Kyle

She went looking for adventure…and found the biggest one yet—love. While exploring ancient catacombs on the alien planet Thryal, Sofia crosses paths with Zaraq, an alien fugitive hiding in the depths. While their meeting might have been odd… it also seemed like fate, especially when sparks instantly flew between them. When Zaraq is accused of a murder he didn’t commit, Sofia puts her own life at risk to prove his innocence. She’s willing to do anything to prove Zaraq is innocent—no matter the cost. To clear his name, they must stop a killer who enjoys framing others and targeting those Zaraq loves most. To save each other, Sofia and Zaraq must risk everything. But can their newfound love survive this trial by fire? Or will the murderer extinguish their future before it’s begun?     Amazon     Apple Books     Kobo

CHOSEN BY THE DRAGON ALIEN (ZARUX DRAGON BRIDES BOOK TWO) by Ella Blake

Fivra, a resilient Terian female born in a penal colony, is uprooted when alien raiders abduct her and her friends and sell them at a galactic auction. Thrust into the dazzling world of Erovik—the elite, galactic brothel that bought her—Fivra draws the eye of Cyprian, the enigmatic director of Erovik. As their romance grows, Fivra learns that the Axis—the shadowy force that imprisoned her people—plans to seize the stolen females, including her. With her life at stake and Cyprian resolute in his determination to protect her, Fivra must release her fears and uncover her true strength, or risk losing everything. Cyprian Dek’lak has built a name for himself as the untouchable and calculating Zaruxian director of Erovik, but his flawless control shatters the moment Fivra is thrown into his orbit. With a dragon’s possessive instincts surging through him, he is drawn to her in ways he cannot—and will not—deny. Her presence stirs long-buried questions about his hidden past. When the Axis comes for Fivra, Cyprian ignites a dangerous conflict with a power far greater than himself, one that threatens to destroy everything he’s worked for.     AmazonKU

NEW YEAR WITH THE KLAGAN: KLAGAN WARRIORS by Holly Hanzo

The greatest discoveries are never expected. Dara, a rescued human, wants to document other human’s stories, throws into chaos Favien’s meticulously organized world. She barrels into his life, wanting nothing more than to feel useful on her adopted planet, Klaga. A librarian with a penchant for romance novels and a perpetually sunny disposition, her cheerful optimism borders on offensive to the logical Favien. Forced to share a research center and lab with Klaga’s premier xenobiologist, Dara’s unwavering kindness slowly chips away at his hardened exterior. His research demands precision, not misplaced emotions, yet Favien finds himself drawn to her sunshine-bright spirit. Their clashes become heated debates; their debates turn into heated… something else entirely. Can Dara convince Favien that love isn’t a scientific anomaly, but a beautiful, messy, and utterly irresistible force? Or will their differences keep them forever apart?     AmazonKU

KIDNAPPED FROM THE PARADISE RESORT: KINDRED TALES SPICY SHORTS by Evangeline Anderson

What do you do when you meet your soul mate…and she refuses to believe you belong together? J’orn is a seven-foot-tall Kindred warrior and that’s his dilemma. He’s been in love with Kara from the start, but because she’s older than him, she won’t even consider him as a romantic interest. But then she buys an economy ticket to Paradise Prime and ends up sitting in his lap during the journey. J’orn tries to warn her of the Kidnapping ring operating there, but she refuses to listen. Kara can’t believe she has to sit on J’orn’s lap all the way to Paradise Prime! She’s not worried when he warns her of the Kidnapping ring he’s going to investigate because she’s booked at a women-only resort. But what happens when he has to pose as her massage therapist in order to catch the kidnappers and the massage has a *very* happy ending?

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BIG BAD ALIEN (ALIEN WOLF TALES) by Honey Phillips

Scarlett has never heard anything good about the Vultor but when she encounters one on her way to her grandmother’s house, he is nothing like she expects. She should be afraid – especially when he threatens to keep her forever – but what if she doesn’t want him to let her go? Humans took everything from Finnar, and he is determined to make them pay. When a pretty little human stumbles into his path she seems like the perfect target for his revenge. If only she didn’t awaken feelings he’d thought gone forever.     AmazonKU

WE LIVED ON THE HORIZON: A NOVEL by Erika Swyler

VS Note: Not a romance but a scifi release of note.

The city of Bulwark is aptly named: a walled city built to protect and preserve the people who managed to survive a series of great cataclysms, Bulwark was founded on a system where sacrifice is rewarded by the AI that runs the city. Over generations, an elite class has evolved from the descendants of those who gave up the most to found mankind’s last stronghold, called the Sainted.
Saint Enita Malovis, long accustomed to luxury, feels the end of her life and decades of work as a bio-prosthetist approaching. The lone practitioner of her art, Enita is determined to preserve her legacy and decides to create a physical being, called Nix, filled with her knowledge and experience. In the midst of her project, a fellow Sainted is brutally murdered and the city AI inexplicably erases the event from its data. Soon, Enita and Nix are drawn into the growing war that could change everything between Bulwark’s hidden underclass and the programs that impose and maintain order. A complex, imaginative, and unforgettable novel, We Lived on the Horizon grapples with concepts as varied as the human desire for utopia, body horror, and what the future holds for humanity and machine alike.

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PROSLO (BRIDES OF THE MYLOS BOOK FIVE) by Loretta Johns

SAY YOU’LL STAY by Anna Callaway

GRAVITY BETWEEN US: UNFATED MATES SCIFI ROMANCE by Alexandra

NEVER BROKEN: DARK DYSTOPIAN FORBIDDEN ROMANCE (THE UNCHAINED BOOK ONE) by Everly Clare

New North America 2025 – Louisa – I was destined for a fortune built on the backs of slaves, but now I’m one failed university course away from losing it all. Only my father’s newest purchase can help: the slave with eyes too sharp and hands too deft for hard labor. The one who just whispered something shocking in my ear when he passed with the wheelbarrow. But his words don’t matter. We’re forbidden. He’s here to clean gutters, not to teach me, not to look at me, and definitely not to touch me. And I won’t let him. Not my hand, not my heart, not anything…773496S6 – A number. Not a name. That’s all I am to them. Whipped, chained, beaten, brutalized — but never broken. They stole my sister, and I’ve schemed my way through pain and grief to make my enemy my new master. I’ll kill him and find her. And if I have to use his spoiled daughter to do it, fine. I’ve spent my life playing their game—now she’ll play mine. Except she’s not spoiled. She’s brave, she’s learning, and she’s making me want things. Things I can’t have. They stole everything from me. I’ll never give my heart, too. But here, just one broken rule can kill you, so we might just have to shatter all of them. Starting with the ones we made for ourselves.      AmazonKU

THE HIGHSEER’S MATE (VIRILE VRUTS OF NYXRA BOOK ONE) by Vera Phoenix

Crashing on an alien planet wasn’t part of my plan. Now, survival is my only focus—until I meet him. Varek. Tall, powerful, and infuriatingly commanding, he’s everything I never expected to find here. He claims I’m his fated mate, and when he kidnaps me to prove it, I make him an offer: keep the other crash survivors a secret, and I’ll play along with the whole “mates” charade. But pretending comes with a price. Varek is the Highseer of his people, a leader who’s risking everything—his position, his honor, and his future—to protect me and the others. The more I play the role of his mate, the harder it is to remember it’s all an act. I can’t deny the primal heat between us, the way my heart races when he’s near. I can feel the bond pulling us closer, and pretending becomes impossible when every touch feels so real. Now, I’m tangled in a web of lies and longing. Varek’s body burns with a need he can’t control, and soon, resisting him won’t be an option. Our connection is only growing stronger, and the truth could destroy everything—his people’s trust, our fragile arrangement, and the love I never expected to find. Can I protect those I came here with and still keep Varek, or will our forbidden love cost us everything?      AmazonKU

HER SECRET ALIEN by Susanna Eastman

His people are about to annihilate Earth. He’ll risk everything to protect her – Moss’ world is dying. As a skilled galactic geologist, he studies ways to use Earth’s natural resources to aid his ailing planet. The clock is ticking—and he can’t afford any distractions. Unfortunately, the young woman who lives in the rooms above him is one big distraction. Abby’s lost everyone who has ever mattered to her: her beloved parents, her dearest aunt and a boyfriend whose shown he’s not a friend at all. When the two experience Heart Bond, they’re pulled together in ways neither understands. But Abby’s life is firmly planted on Earth, and Moss is forbidden to remain. Will they break all the rules to stay together?   Amazon

STARFALL (STANDALONE TALES BOOK 20) by Viola Grace

Emery has helped her friend gain her freedom from her family of ogres, but now, she has to figure out what to do once her birth father loses his head. Getting revenge for her mother had consumed her life, but now that it was over, she had to figure out what would happen next. Rowen manifests autumn and admires Emery from afar in a different form. They have verbally sparred, but he kept her at bay, knowing that his true match had a far different aspect. Imagine his surprise when the woman he wants shifts into the woman he is destined for. Friend and lover in one bundle. He’s willing to fight for her, but she beats him to it.

Amazon     Not on Apple Books yet the day I checked     Kobo

CRASHED WITH AN ALIEN IN HEAT (CRASHED WITH THE ALIEN BOOK ONE by Lilith Leana

VS Note: Erotica.

When Karla crash-lands on a remote planet, the last thing she expects to find in her cargo hold is a gorgeous blue-horned red Alien. Unable to leave him behind, she wakes Zayden from stasis and offers him the choice between joining her journey to her brother, who crashed on the far side of a mountain, or discovering the planet on his own. As they navigate the untamed jungle, his skills prove invaluable until his Heat starts, and she finds herself helping him through it in unexpected ways. Zayden wakes to the sight of a mesmerizing human who stirs instincts he’s never felt before. Drawn to Karla, he vows to protect her as they travel through the dangerous wilderness while struggling to control his overwhelming desire to claim her as his Mate during his Heat. But when they reach her brother, Karla, and Zayden must decide: will they escape the planet, or is their connection worth staying for?

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ADRIK: TITANS BOOK ONE by Susan Bliler

VS Note: Sounded good. Add it to my TBR List.

Ember and her sisters have known nothing but captivity, traded like commodities from one cruel captor to the next. But when a group of warriors known as the Titans rescue them, they’re forced to reckon with a new kind of threat—one that comes in the form of the brooding, dangerous leader, Adrik. Despite the Titans’ rough exterior, Ember can’t deny their surprising decency or her growing attraction to the Commander. But she can’t afford to let her guard down. Not while her sisters’ safety is at stake. Adrik is no ordinary Titan. As a rare shadow Titan, he’s dedicated his life to the service of his people, bound by duty and devoid of personal desires. Until he encounters Ember. Among the rescued females, one stands out: Ember’s resemblance to a shadow female—a near-mythical rarity in his species. Shadow Titans are only allowed to mate with shadow females, and the dwindling number of such women has left Adrik with little hope for a future. Until now. Caught between the ghosts of their past and the uncertain promise of a future with the Titans, Ember and her sisters must decide whether this unexpected refuge is worth the risk. But when another faction of ruthless galactic warriors offers to purchase the females, Adrik is faced with an impossible choice. One that leaves Ember wondering if he will sacrifice everything to keep her or if his duty will demand he abandon her.       Amazon

MAYA: ZOMBIE KILLER WITH HEELS (UNDEAD BOOK ONE) by Kitty Siberia

All I wanted was for my shift to end…but I didn’t want a zombie apocalypse to be the cause.
My name is Maya, but my stage name was Destiny. I used to dance in front of men if you get my drift…OK, I was a stripper! As soon as the zombie outbreak starts the voice in my head, the one that calls herself Vivian, my alter ego, gives me the much needed kick and gets me going. I am not sure how, but I not only survived, but brained a zombie with the heel of my shoe. Fleeing the city, my biggest concern is my poor Granny who’s all alone in the best nursing home that stripper money can pay for. My only wish is to get to her, but plans never work the way I intend. Instead, I end up stranded on top of a cereal shelf in the supermarket. Embarrassing moments, I know! Rostov, Ramirez and Smith are more than a team, they are like brothers. When they stumble over the pretty brunette screaming obscenities at zombies from the top shelf, they all feel something. The tough ex-soldiers and the stripper with DID (multiple personality disorder)become a team and decide to travel together for a while at least. But when Maya’s alter ego, Vivian, shows up and Ramirez gets bitten by a zombie and doesn’t die, everything changes. This is a reverse harem, gore and action filled zombie apocalypse story. Maya has a potty mouth and the men are dreamy, strong and loyal.   AmazonKU

CLAIMING SARAH (PLANET ORHON SERIES BOOK TWO) by Brenna Sinclair 

If I want my happily ever after, I’m going to have to claim it…the hard way…I made a mistake. I thought I could leave my alien lovers and go back to Earth. But as it turned out, home for me isn’t a place. It’s the people I love. And I love Jacaranda and Deacon far too much to stay away. Our reunion should’vebeen the start of a beautiful, uncomplicated life together. Too bad that wasn’t the case. Because before we can settle into our new reality, we’ll have to track down the conduits that want me dead and stop a wannabe conqueror from terrorizing the ghost planet…all while trying to navigate my ever-growing powers. Now, we’re about to enter the fight of our lives, and I’m more terrified than I’ve ever been. Especially since I’ve never had so much to lose.      AmazonKU

MS BELLE AND THE GAIIAN BEAST (LOVE, GAIIANS AND MONSTERS BOOK NINE) by Wendy Sparrow

When a beautiful assassin attempts to tame this Beast, the fairytale becomes a bedtime story. 
Evelyn Belle has, unknowingly, been hunting on behalf of an evil insurrectionist faction, using the name “Agent Dark.” Since she can kill using her empathic skills, the assassin Dark has been unstoppable—until her boss burns her identity—forever. Dark is dead, but one last mission will save her people, a race that has been hunted to near-extinction. Eva just has to save “the Beast.”
Beast has forgotten his first year of life as a genetically-engineered super-soldier. He “escaped” the lab and has become a well-known fighter. Now, his monster family has found Beast and sent a beautiful woman to save him. She calls him Ben, and he wants to keep her. When an army descends upon the city he calls home, Ben sends Eva away, so she won’t be forced to kill again. Ben will become the Beast once more to fight alongside his siblings. Hopefully, they’ll survive, and Beauty will return to tame to the Beast one last time.      AmazonKU

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VS: So many exciting stories within the Badari Warriors scifi romance series! All can be read as standalones although there is a series arc too. CAMRON is one of my favorites – the idea of a man and woman chained together, without apparel, fleeing in the wilderness, being hunted by an alien aecurity officer who wanted to hunt big game…seemed hawt to me! So I wrote it.

CAMRON: A BADARI WARRIORS SCIFI ROMANCE NOVEL (SECTORS NEW ALLIES SERIES BOOK 7) 

Dr. Gemma Madarian is far from her home in the human Sectors, kidnapped along with hundreds of other humans to be used for horrifying experiments conducted on a remote planet by alien scientists.

She and another prisoner, Camron of the Badari, are the only survivors of a deadly crash landing. She’s paired up with the genetically engineered soldier by their mutual enemies and sent fleeing through rough country, hunted for pleasure by an enemy officer and his ferocious trackers.

The enemy wants a triumphant kill. Gemma and Camron want to survive.

Camron never dreamt of having a mate but Gemma shatters his preconceptions and makes him desperate to do everything in his power to save her life and claim her for his.

There’s no help or refuge to be had in the desert where they’re fleeing for their lives.
Or is there?

Will Camron and Gemma live to fight another day and explore the growing attraction between them, or will ancient secrets and bitter rivalries end their bid for freedom?

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ONYX STORM (THE EMPYREAN BOOK THREE) by Rebecca Yarros

After nearly eighteen months at Basgiath War College, Violet Sorrengail knows there’s no more time for lessons. No more time for uncertainty. Because the battle has truly begun, and with enemies closing in from outside their walls and within their ranks, it’s impossible to know who to trust. Now Violet must journey beyond the failing Aretian wards to seek allies from unfamiliar lands to stand with Navarre. The trip will test every bit of her wit, luck, and strength, but she will do anything to save what she loves—her dragons, her family, her home, and him. Even if it means keeping a secret so big, it could destroy everything. They need an army. They need power. They need magic. And they need the one thing only Violet can find—the truth. But a storm is coming…and not everyone can survive its wrath. The Empyrean series is best enjoyed in order.

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THE ORC’S AUCTIONED MATE (BLOODFIRE ORCS BOOK ONE) by Veronika Kane

When the huge, terrifying orc bought me, I thought my life was over. But could it be just the beginning? On the midwinter full moon, I am dragged by bandits from the only home I know and stood on a chair in a tavern under the gazes of desperate men bidding on my innocence. But then the shadowy figure in the corner calls out the winning offer, and I realize he is like no one I’ve ever seen before. Now I belong to Torvolk, Ranger of the Bloodfire Clan, and neither of us knows what this means. He’s taken me through the pathway in the standing stones to his world, where I discovered naught is as it has always seemed. Torvolk has a mission, and the longer I spend with my new master, the more I realize I might be able to help him. The way he’s helped me.     AmazonKU

BORN OF LIGHTNING (DIVINE OUTCASTS BOOK THREE) by Gwendolyn Morgan

As I gaze upon the fractured lands of New Greece, I stand as Nico, the cast-out demigod son of Zeus, burdened by a past shaped by destruction and a future shadowed by uncertainty. Bound to a house of misfits by ancient prophecies, I am joined by Ryder, the tempestuous son of Poseidon; Zane, whose shadow magic dances on the edge of darkness; and Thea, whose awakening powers surge with the ability to unravel even the most intricate of spells. Together, we face an ancient evil—an insidious force unraveling the delicate threads that bind balance and chaos. The balance of our world teeters on the edge of collapse. If we cannot master our abilities and trust in one another, New Greece will fall, and with it, the fragile threads that hold gods and mortals in harmony. The battle has begun, and the outcome is as uncertain as the fates themselves.      AmazonKU

TARGETED BY LOVE: MM MPREG SHIFTER MAFIA ROMANCE (BETWEEN THE GREYS BOOK ONE) by Lorelai M Hart and Colbie Dunbar

Not once have I hesitated to do my job, until today…I’m great at what I do—at least the one I tell people about. There’s a reason I get the rates I do and why everyone in the business fears me—I can complete a contract in record time and have never left even the tiniest trace I was there. But then I get the hit order, the one that changes everything…When I walk into the chapel, ready to off the best man and collect my bounty, I don’t expect to see Rhodes, and I sure as shit don’t expect to scent him as my mate. Now I have ten seconds to decide if I am going to pretend I’m a guest in the hopes of getting what I’ve always wanted or complete the job with the precision it requires. I choose Rhodes and inadvertently put the target on his back.      AmazonKU

A SNOWED IN VALENTINE’S (HOLIDAY SHIFTERS OF FROST MOUNTAIN) by Lisa Daniels

As far as mid-life adventures go, this one was a total bust. I thought trying to free everyone from Frost Mountain would give me a splitting headache. But it was me who got split. One spell gone wrong, and now there’s a part of me stuck in that cold, deadly dimension. And the other part? Back on Earth. It does sound like a relief…unless you’re a prime suspect in a federal case about a missing plane.
Or snowed in inside a lonely cabin with a witch hunter. This steamy wolf shifter wants me dead more than anything…But the look in his eyes tells me he’s hungry for something else. He’s bound my magic.
With Valentine’s Day on its way, I need to get free…Before something terrible happens. Like dying at the hands of this witch hunter…Or falling for his sizzling gaze.      AmazonKU

HE LOVES ME NOT: A MONSTER BAIT ROMANCE (CAMBRIC CREEK: SWEET & STEAMY MONSTER ROMANCE BOOK FIVE) by C M Nascosta

Sumi is on top of the world. Well, as on top as one can be after learning a relative one never met has died, leaving one a small fortune. Deciding the unexpected windfall is a sign she needs to follow her dreams, quitting her job, moving to aspirational Cambric Creek and opening a flower shop is the obvious move. Definitely not just a midlife crisis. Applying for franchise ownership with a giant flower conglomerate seems like a piece of cake — they provide the equipment, the distribution contracts, and all she needs to do is front the money and live happily ever after. There’s only one catch . . . she didn’t realize chasing after her dream might cause someone else to lose hold of their own. Ranar never wanted to inherit the family business. There’s an enormous pressure to keep his family business going — started by his grandfather, passed to his father, and now to him. Pressure as a non-human business, pressure as the grandson of an immigrant, pressure as the eldest son . . . but as it is, brick and mortar flower shops are a notion of a bygone era in this digital world. When Bloomerang, an online flower conglomerate, opens one of their soulless flower factories in Cambric Creek, Ranar knows it’s only a matter of time before he’s forced to close the door on his family’s business for good. It doesn’t matter how pretty the sylvan owner is or how friendly she seems — she represents everything wrong in the industry, in his world. She’s bound to put him out of business eventually . . . but he can make her regret it first. Sumi is positive there is room for two flower shops in Cambric Creek, if only the owner of The Perfect Petal wasn’t such a rude, condescending, infuriatingly handsome jerk. Despite being non-human herself, Cambric Creek is a learning curve she wasn’t anticipating, and she knows she has a lot to learn about multi-species living — starting with the conundrum of her naga rival’s junk, because where is it? She’d love to discover the mechanics, if only he wasn’t so terrible. When she joins an online server for local business owners, discovering The Perfect Petal’s owner is chatting there as well, she decides it’s the perfect opportunity to discover his weaknesses and take him down . . . if she doesn’t wind up falling for him first.     AmazonKU

BETRAYED ARRANGED MATE  (ROSECREEK SPECIAL OPS WOLVES BOOK SEVEN) by Layla Silver

A possessive black ops wolf forces me into marriage to punish me. When I join his pack as an outsider, he doesn’t trust me and treats me like a traitor. I flinch under his questioning and heated glares, wondering if I should give into him. But it all comes crashing down when he forces me to become his mate to punish me…He is relentless, leaving me zero choice in this. If I don’t marry him, I will be cast out, leaving me unprotected and in danger. He is punishing me for some perceived slight, for something I did. I’m desperate to escape the trap he set for me, but he won’t let me get away. He betrayed and manipulated me, and still my body won’t listen. It’s lying there helpless, wanting for him to torment it with his slow, deliberate strokes. It’s falling apart, wanting for him to break it open with his warm, wet tongue. But when I’m broken and bleeding at the hands of others, will he come for me? Or will my mate betray me again?      AmazonKU

POOF PLEASE: A BLOODLINES OF FATE STORY (TWILIGHT TEMPATIONS BOOK TWO) by D G Carothers

Love is magical. Let it POOF into your life. Hey there, it’s your favorite lovable P.O.O.F agent, Nozzag! Buckle up because I’ve got a wild tale for you. Their meeting? Total “oops, my bad” moment, if you catch my drift. Let’s just say, I may have given fate a little nudge! But don’t fret, Tiki and Amalesh are in for a fabulously happy ending. *winks* Thikoz aka Tiki – a Dragonkin, Sassy Dragon Esthetician, who is dominant and longs to find his mate. Tiki has countless fantasies about what his ideal partner would be like. He can only hope that when he finally encounters his mate, they’ll be eager to delve into the numerous interests on his Must Try Before I Die list. Amalesh – a Vampire, Rare Blood Procurer, reclusive introvert, who simply wishes to be left alone with his collection. When Amalesh is thrown into Tiki’s path, almost literally, he realizes that the world he has observed from a distance is far more enjoyable as an active participant. It only takes a few hundred years and an energetic, dominant dragonkin to uncover that little truth. P.O.O.F. Please! is set in the world of Bloodlines of Fate. Twilight Temptations are instalove, high heat, low angst stories that feature various creatures and a guaranteed HEA.      AmazonKU

SECRETS OF THE DRAGON’S HEART (MYSTERIES OF DRAGON’S ISLAND BOOK SIX) by Serena Meadows

He’s hiding a dangerous secret. She’s determined to uncover it. But love was never part of the plan. Cameron Sullivan is desperate to escape his fate as the next leader of his dragon shifter clan. Retreating to a tropical island, he hopes to focus on his DNA research and avoid the magical pull of destiny. But when investigative journalist Kennedy Fisher crosses his path, his carefully guarded world begins to crumble. Kennedy needs the perfect scoop to save her career, and Cameron’s mysterious life is the story of a lifetime. But her quest for the truth becomes complicated when sparks fly between them. Determined to stay professional, Kennedy tries to ignore her growing feelings—even as Cameron’s undeniable charm and protective nature make that impossible. As danger brews and secrets unravel, Cameron and Kennedy must decide: Will they risk everything to protect their hearts, or will their love become the key to overcoming the forces that threaten to tear them apart?   AmazonKU

DARK PRINCESS ASCENDING (THE CHILDREN OF THE GODS PARANORMAL ROMANCE BOOK 91) by I T Lucas

Hidden powers are awakening…Finally safe with her new family, Morelle is ready to embrace her future, but when an unexpected burst of power reveals abilities beyond her understanding, she must face the truth about her nature and choose between sharing it with those she loves or continue keeping them in the dark. Some gifts come with a price, and Morelle must decide whether she’s willing to pay it.     AmazonKU

BOUDICCA by P C Cast

In Roman-occupied Britain, the Iceni tribe crowns an extraordinary new queen. Tall and flame-haired, Boudicca is devoted to Andraste, the Iceni’s patron goddess, known for her raven familiar, her fierceness and her swirling blue tattoos. Boudicca and her two young daughters will carry the tribe forward in dangerous times. Roman tax collector Catus Decianus, expecting weakness in a female ruler, launches a devastating attack on the tribe’s stronghold. Boudicca and her family barely survive—but they refuse to bend the knee. She calls a war council, bringing together her most trustworthy allies, including her childhood friend Rhan, now a powerful Druid seer, and the horse master Maldwyn, whose devotion to Boudicca runs deeper than a warrior to a queen. Surprising the Romans, Boudicca’s armies sack the wealthy cities of Camulodunum, Londinium and Veralamium. As the snow falls, the Celts retreat to a hidden valley to plot their assault on the remaining Roman legions, determined to force the invaders from Britan. But in the jagged ice of winter the Druid Rhan foresees a tragic end to Boudicca’s rebellion. Although the defeat of the Iceni is spelled out in signs sent by the gods, Rhan swears she will alter the future and save her queen. Now the battle-hardened Boudicca must put her trust in the powers of the otherworld to save her from both the traitors in her midst and from Rome’s mighty legions. Inspired by the rich history of Boudicca’s attack on Roman Britain, bestselling author P. C. Cast crafts an epic, mythic retelling of one of time’s most legendary female warriors.

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MOTHEATER by Linda H Codega

In this nuanced queer fantasy set amid the Appalachian Mountains in Virginia, the last witch of the Ridge must choose sides in a clash between industry and nature. After her best friend dies in a coal mine, Benethea “Bennie” Mattox sacrifices her job, her relationship, and her reputation to uncover what’s killing miners on Kire Mountain. When she finds a half-drowned white woman in a dirty mine slough, Bennie takes her in because it’s right—but also because she hopes this odd, magnetic stranger can lead her to the proof she needs. Instead, she brings more questions. The woman called Motheater can’t remember her true name, or how she ended up inside the mountain. She knows only that she’s a witch of Appalachia, bound to tor and holler, possum and snake, with power in her hands and Scripture on her tongue. But the mystery of her fate, her doomed quest to keep industry off Kire Mountain, and the promises she bent and broke have followed her a century and half into the future. And now, the choices Motheater and Bennie make together could change the face of the town itself.

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THE LEGEND OF MENEKA  (THE DIVINE DANCERS DUOLOGY BOOK ONE) by Kritika H Rao

Across the mortal and immortal realms, celestial dancers known as apsaras are revered for their beauty, allure, and enchanting magic. But Meneka knows that is not all they are. Trained as a weapon—a warrior—Meneka despises leaving each of her marks in thrall to her potent illusions. With every seduction Lord Indra, king of heaven, demands of her for his political gain, she craves her freedom more and more. When a mortal sage’s growing powers threaten Indra’s supremacy in his own realm, Meneka seizes a rare opportunity. She strikes a deal—if she can seduce this dangerous man, Indra will allow her to forgo future missions. But upon meeting the sage, Kaushika, Meneka finds herself captivated by his energy, ignited by his empathy and passion, even though he challenges everything she’s ever known. Can she overthrow the man who is—little by little—stealing her heart, or is Kaushika seducing her instead? As war looms in the skies, Meneka must choose between her duty to protect her home, and the sage who is showing her what true love can mean.  Romantic, spellbinding, and empowering, The Legend of Meneka breathes new life into Hindu mythology to weave a lustrous tale of a woman discovering the cosmic power within herself.

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A CROWN OF FATES (WOLVES OF LUNARA BOOK TWO) by Heather Renee

Fated mates are a lie. I’ve been summoned by a king. One too lazy to get off his throne and go look for his mate. Instead, he’s requesting that all unmated females from each of the four kingdoms come to him. You know, because that’s so much easier. Much to my dismay, I’m forced to go to Selaris and what I hope will be a quick trip, turns into something else entirely. King Theo is supposedly my mate. Just my freaking luck. Yet, there’s something off with our bond. No, with him. I don’t know what it is and I’m not certain what to do, but I’m sure the hell going to find out. Because there’s one thing that I know for sure…I won’t be used as anyone’s pawn. Not even for a mate.     AmazonKU

SONG OF THE SHADOW PRINCE (THE DRAGON’S BALLAD BOOK ONE) by Karina Espinosa

My name’s Cat, and boy, do I have a tale for you. Imagine waking up to find yourself in a world utterly devoid of life’s essentials—no Netflix, no Wi-Fi, and, brace yourself, not a single Starbucks in sight. Where, you ask? Well, that’s a nightmare I’m still unraveling. Here’s the scoop: one moment I’m pulling off a daring stunt on a Hollywood set, and the next, I’m gasping for air in a realm that’s straight out of a fantasy novel. This place? It’s overrun with werewolves, vampires, warlocks, fae and, to top it off, dragons. Yes, actual fire-breathing dragons! But wait, there’s more—I’ve somehow taken the place of my doppelgänger Lady Arya Ryder, a noblewoman whose reputation is as tarnished as an old sword. Now, caught in the mess she left behind, I’ve got no choice but to navigate this medieval minefield. And then there’s Damien Drakonar, the third prince. He’s a dragon, yes, but not the knight-in-shining-armor type. No, Damien is the sort who would sooner burn you alive than glance your way. He’s a perilous enigma, straddling the line between savior and destroyer. Despite our mutual contempt, our fates are ominously intertwined as we face the devastation Arya’s actions have unleashed. Now my only option is to find my way back home and fast, but many obstacles stand in my way—including Damien. Will I ever make it back home? Only the shadows hold the answers.   AmazonKU

THE PSYCHIC AND THE VAMPIRE: ANT AND VIKTOR’S STORY by Lisa Oliver

VS note: MM PNR.

Doctor Anthony Channon, commonly known as Ant, had a stalker. Fortunately, with his abilities as a level twelve mage he knew the man didn’t mean him any harm. Unfortunately, other people didn’t feel so kindly toward Ant as he went about his business as a psychic police consultant, and after an errant bullet, Ant finally comes face to face with his stalker and learns one life-changing truth.
Viktor, no last name because a vampire didn’t need one, had been working for a mob boss when he crossed paths with an intriguing mage. Compelled to follow him around, for no reason whatsoever except he wanted to, Viktor had a chance to be face to face with the man when someone tried to kill him… or his service animal, because that part is still being debated. The truth about his compulsion didn’t hit him until later, but when Viktor finally worked it out, he knew keeping the mage safe wasn’t going to be easy. With bullets flying, a sassy sister, a dog who had teeth and knew how to use them, and forces working against them, the path to a happy ever after wasn’t easy for Viktor and Ant. But sometimes, when the going gets tough, a vampire just had to do his thing, and a mage just had to let him.

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THE RAINFALL MARKET by You Yeong-Gwang, Translated by Slin Jung

On the outskirts of Rainbow Town, there is an old, abandoned house. They say that if you send a letter detailing your misfortunes there, you could receive a ticket. If you bring this ticket to the house on the first day of the rainy season, you’ll be granted entrance into the mysterious Rainfall Market—where you can choose to completely change your life. No one is more surprised than Serin when she receives a ticket. Lonely and with no real prospects for a future, Serin ventures to the market, determined to create a better life for herself. There, she meets a magical cat companion named Issha and they search through bookstores, perfumeries, and fantastical realms while Serin tries to determine what her perfect life will look like. The catch? Serin only has one week to find her happiness or be doomed to vanish into the market forever. And all the while, a shadow follows quietly behind them.

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THE WIND ON HER TONGUE: A NOVEL (DAUGHTER OF THREE WATERS TRILOGY BOOK TWO) by Anita Kopacz

Born in Cuba after her mother Yemaya’s adventures in the New World, Oya has inherited otherworldly powers from her Yoruba Orisha lineage. While Yemaya is known for her healing abilities, Oya’s influence over the storm proves to be destructive, posing a threat to her mother and the island’s safety. Sent to New Orleans to study under Marie Laveau, the Queen of Voodoo, Oya begins a journey across the still young America, encountering a myriad of historical figures, including Mary Ellen Pleasant, Jesse James, Lew Hing, and more. As Oya navigates the landscapes of racism, colorism, and classism, she grapples with her own identity and powers, striving to find her place in a fraught and complex society. A moving, vivid exploration of resilience, heritage, and the enduring spirit of a young woman coming into her own, The Wind on Her Tongue transports you to a world where magic and reality intertwine.

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THE MIDNIGHT ARROW by Zoey Draven

VS Note: A re-release.

“Tell me a secret, little witch.” Marion enjoys her quiet life of solitude in the shadowy woods of the Black Veil, where even the local villagers don’t dare venture. She sells her healing potions at the village market by day and tends to her otherworldly garden by night, caring for her magical bees and furry familiar, Peek, at their cottage. Then, one moonlit night, she encounters a devilishly handsome male—with powerful wings, sharp fangs, and high fae-like beauty—shot through with a lethal poisoned arrow. Under her healer’s oath, she’s bound by magic to try to save the mysterious stranger. But as she nurses him back to health, she begins to suspect that Lorik Ravael isn’t quite what he seems. He knows too much about the Black Veil, rumored to be the entrance to the Below, a realm of dangerous magic and soulless monsters. Yet she’s drawn to him, bewitched by his luminous eyes, seductive grin, and silver tongue of riddles. But as their forbidden desire ignites, she fears Lorik is hiding darker secrets than she imagined—secrets that could cost her a heart she isn’t willing to give.   AmazonKU

MY INHERITED HOUSE MIGHT BE HAUNTED by AJ Sherwood

Rhett’s inheritance of the gorgeous Victorian house was expected. What was not expected was: Two familiars – A house full of ghosts – Magic powers?! A new boyfriend, maybe, possibly, please and thank you – Now if he could just figure out how to handle everything, life would be peachy. Tags: Ghosts, multiracial romance, familiars, Insta Love, Haunted House, Magic Realism, Mythical Creatures, HEA, everyone wants a Brownie, all the magic, technomage, cat distribution system at work, oh look a puppy!, honestly the whole story is just fluff.     AmazonKU

RITUAL OF THE BONES (APPRENTICE OF ANUBIS BOOK 15) by Laura Greenwood

There are consequences for what Ani discovered beneath Paris…With their first inquisitor mission over, all Ani and Nik can do is assist as Khafre runs a funeral for one of the Seth Blessed and Hotep starts work cleaning up after the biggest scandal the Temple of Anubis has ever had. But things are never straight forward for the Blessed, and that includes when the Day of Choosing comes along and Khafre is summoned elsewhere in the empire, leaving both Ani and Hotep without a mentor. Ritual Of The Bones is book 15 in the Apprentice Of Anubis, an urban fantasy series based on Egyptian mythology and featuring an established couple, a jackal familiar, and the duties of an embalmer.

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FIRE DANCING FOR ICEY DRAGONS (OBSCURE ACADEMY BOOK 15) by Laura Greenwood

If the Sapphire Sparks want to win their cheer competition, they’re going to have to work hard – and it’s up to captain and dragon shifter Zara to figure out how. Fire Dancing For Icey Dragons is a light-hearted shifter academy m/f romance set at Obscure Academy. It features a cheer captain dragon shifter with a heart of ice, and the fire dancer who might be able to break through.

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GUARDIANS OF WINTER (DAUGHTER OF WINTER BOOK SIX) by Skye MacKinnon

They have waited for her for centuries – When she wakes up in a cave with two invisible men in the remote Scottish Highlands, mountain rescue volunteer Claire thinks she has suffered a head injury. But the two Guardians need her help to lift a curse and time is running out…A spicy m/f/m fantasy romance set in the same world as the Daughter of Winter series.

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THE SHADOW PRINCE’S RUIN: DARK MM ROMANTASY (DARK COMPANIONS BOOK TWO) by K A Merikan

An elven prince shouldn’t be working at Best Burgers Bonanza. Yet here I am, banished to the human realm for a lifetime of toil and misery. I guess that’s what I get for being a traitor and the shortest elf at the Nocturne Court, with a shadow no darker than a tea stain. I’m stuck with no scheme up my sleeve when destiny brings me face to face with the answer to all my troubles. Hawk. A dangerous human on the run from prison, so tall my neck hurts when I meet his gaze. His shadow is dark as death and it will be mine if only I can force him to marry me. What I don’t expect though is the price for his exquisite power. He wants my body. I’ve never been an object of anyone’s desire, but I will do whatever it takes to make him my Dark Companion. When our illicit deal shatters the ice around my heart, keeping Hawk at arm’s length becomes impossible. Our bond is supposed to be one of convenience. He’s crude, violent, reckless, and wants to devour me in the filthiest ways. He’s everything I shouldn’t want. I chose him to be my salvation, but he might just prove to be my downfall.      AmazonKU

MY DATE WITH WATER by Unfortunate Reads

VS note: also listed in Erotica.

“Unassisted spontaneous orgasms.” That’s what the news is calling it. Marina calls it a dream come true. Except after a bad break up, she’s stuck in the house she grew up in, becoming increasingly sexually frustrated. She loves her parents, but she’s a screamer, and that’s just a line she isn’t willing to cross while living under their roof. So when she decides to get away for a weekend, is it really her fault if the calling of the shore was just too strong to resist? Renting a tiny house on an uninhabited cove, Mari is about to discover if the deep blue sea will be the stuff of her dreams, or become her worst nightmare. My Date With a Water is part of The Sentient Object Calendar Series, a shared series curated by some of your favorite off-the-wall authors: Biblio Barbie, Dakota Cockaday, Holly Wilde, Luna Cantrip, Nicole Parker, Sylvia Morrow, Thea Masen, Unfortunate Reads, and Vera Valentine. It is meant for readers 18 and over who are ready to embrace a deeper experience with some unusual holidays.       AmazonKU

A VOW OF BLOOD AND TEARS by Cate Corvin

Bane – Never did I dream that a woman would cry on our wedding night. Ten years have passed since humans and vampires allied to defeat the wolves. Now, to seal the covenant between our people and keep my throne, I must take a mortal bride. But I’ve gone further than any vampire has gone before—become a fiend, a monster even among my own kind. No woman can lay eyes on me now without horror and fear. When I first see her, I know I’ve doomed her. But she doesn’t scream in terror. She fears not my face, but my bestial thirst. Because of her courage, I will be the remorseless beast who keeps a beauty chained with vows. And though I crave the taste of her blood…I will fight the monster within to win her heart and soul. Cirri – Never did I dream that a monstrous vampire would be the one to hear me. Voiceless and ignored by the world, I was never considered good enough for anything beyond my indentured servitude—a silent, forgettable shadow. Until my blood betrayed me. Chosen by chance as a pureblood bride for the Lord of the Rift, I’ve been sold in marriage to a vampire more hideous than I could’ve imagined. But despite his savage appearance, he tries to hear my silent words. He alone learns to read the language of my hands. He might be a beast, but there is beauty in his soul. For the sake of my people, I will spend a lifetime shackled to this monster…But for the sake of his heart, I will make myself heard.       AmazonKU

THE FATAL AND THE FATED (REBIRTHED IN MOONLIGHT BOOK ONE) by Teresa Hann

I gave my fated mate my heart. He put a dagger through it, a blood sacrifice to grant him ultimate power. But the dark wolf demigod he summons with our shattered bond wants nothing to do with his selfish ambitions. As the life fades from my broken body…the Divine Guardian Rathulfr’s burning eyes find mine. With his powers, he rewinds time to the night of my eighteenth birthday, when my shifter heritage first awakened. When I fell into my powerful mate’s clutches, thinking he was my savior, and not my murderer. I know better this time. Armed with my foreknowledge, I’ll unravel years of soul-destroying manipulation. Grow into my real power. Find true love, beyond my gilded cage. I’ll escape the bloody fate my mate had planned for me from the start. I got my second chance. There won’t be a third. If I die this time…I die for real. This book is based on the novella Reborn in Moonlight, published in 2021 under the penname Anwen Anding. The story has been revamped and heavily expanded into a full novel, the first in a duology.     AmazonKU

FOR LOVE AND BLOOD AND FURY: A SAPPHIC PNR (LILITH’S LEGACY BOOK ONE) by J J Arias

Elena, the head of Miami’s vampire cartel, never expected her ex-girlfriend Zuri—a powerful witch—to storm back into her life demanding help with a rival coven. Seeing Zuri again, Elena knows she would do anything for the woman she once shared scorching nights and dark secrets with. But before Elena can act, betrayal strikes, leaving her wounded and trapped in a human hospital with no memory of her attack. Desperate and vulnerable, Elena clings to Marisol—a nurse with potent healing abilities she barely understands. Even as mortal danger looms, the sensual tension between Elena, Zuri, and Marisol becomes irresistible. Their lives intertwine in a throuple romance that burns with desire while peril mounts. Together, they confront Elena’s vampire enemies, the danger to Zuri’s coven, and uncover Marisol’s hidden lineage.     AmazonKU

EVERY WITCH WAY BUT CURSED (MAGICAL MISFITS MYSTERIES BOOK 17) by K E O’Connor

When tech mage Erick Farten is found brutally bespelled to death and his friend Charlie succumbs to a devastating magical coma, I’m thrust into my twistiest murder mystery yet. The investigation becomes a desperate race against time when evidence casts a dark shadow over Zandra’s older sister, Tempest, as the prime suspect. Between wrangling fire-breathing kittens and Tempest’s alarming disappearances, my whiskers are twitching with worry. Add in a nervous mini hellhound and the arrival of Tempest’s powerful relatives, and my world threatens to explode into magical mayhem.
With dark forces at work and deadly magic spiraling out of control, I must trust my feline instincts to uncover the truth and save Tempest from a fate worse than death.       AmazonKU

SHARP by Natoshia Baer

VS note: From DEc 13. This was recomemnded by one of my favorite people on Tiktok BrookeandBooks.

Cordelia found true peace while perched on the cliff, listening to the waves and feeling the mist on her skin. Until one wrong step sends her crashing through the surface. She had never learned to swim, and didn’t expect to survive, let alone wake up in a cave with him standing over her. His silver skin, permanent scowl, and rows of jagged teeth were unlike anything she had ever seen before. With their numbers dwindling, the Oceanic Council passes a decree that all shifters can take human mates, so long as they come willingly. Zale wasn’t like the others that could shift enough to pass as human, and planned to suffer through his oncoming rut in solitude. But the ocean gives him a gift when a beautiful woman lands on him, and Zale is intent on keeping her. But another faction has been seeking a way to tear apart the shifters, waiting for any sign of weakness. A fragile, human female provides them with the opportunity to uproot and take control of the entire Council. Can Zale protect Cordelia and convince her to stay, or will she risk everything to escape?      AmazonKU

DRAGON’S LOST KINGDOM  (ROYAL DRAGONS OF DRAKORIA) by Skylar Cassidy

I don’t need saving. At least, that’s what I tell myself until a beast nearly takes me down… and a prince steals my heart. Tolu charges in, massive muscles flexing and fire blazing in his striking blue eyes. The battle slips through my fingers as I watch like a tongue-tied damsel in distress. He cuts down the monster I can’t defeat like the warrior and dragon prince he is. Together we accidentally trigger a portal, landing ourselves in a fractured realm where magic is unstable and dangerous. His touch calms the chaos inside me, his strength shields me from the darkness. Tolu’s powers, deeper and more rare than any dragon’s, could control my spiraling magic, if only he can access them in this realm. Every touch, every glance sets my heart racing. Fighting beside him stirs something I never thought possible: trust, desire, and something dangerously close to love. The way he looks at me, like I’m his whole world, shakes the foundations of the walls I’ve spent years building. I never thought I could fall for someone so…Relentless in his belief in me. Stubborn in his refusal to give up on me. Devoted to saving me, no matter the cost. But if I let him in, my magic could destroy more than just the realms. It could destroy him. And losing him would absolutely shatter me.   AmazonKU

THE OMEGA SLAVE (WOLVES OF THE FIVE KINGDOMS BOOK TWO) by Victoria Sue

VS Note: MM PNR.

Before the heir to the throne of Rajpur can become the emir, the law states that he must shift into his wolf in front of the sixteen council members, something Kamir has never been able to do. Not that Kamir ever expected to live long enough to see this day. Despised by his father for his compassion and desire to bring peace to their land, he knew that the moment another son was born to replace him, he would forfeit his life. But suddenly Kamir’s father, a bully both at home and abroad, died fighting a losing war before that could happen. Needing to protect Rajpur from his tyrannical uncle, even if it means his own death, Kamir attends the pre-coronation ceremony. Enduring a gluttonous feast of food, wine, and pleasure-slaves when his people are starving only cements how important it is that Kamir succeed. Tsaria was sold by his father to a brothel when he was ten years old. Now nine years later, he must gain the interest of the emir, or risk being sold at the Market of Lost Souls. He will be forced to take fever white until he becomes addicted and then he won’t care what he has to do to get his next fix. Tsaria would rather die. Neither man expects a miracle. One expects to die, and the other prefers to. But it isn’t a wolf that saves them both that day. It’s a dragon.      AmazonKU

OF GIANTS AND VENGEANCE (WICKED AND TWISTED TALES) by J L Jackola

VS Note: From NOV 12 but somehow I missed it.

What if the beanstalk brought nothing but terror? What if it left Jack the drunken scourge of the kingdom? And what if fifteen years later, one woman is ready to enact her vengeance on Jack for the loss she suffered that day? Well then, you’d have this spicy, dark, and twisted Jack and the Beanstalk retelling. Jack’s life changed the day he planted a magic bean and brought the wrath of the giants down upon his kingdom. He is now the scourge of the kingdom, his name spoken in curses and venom. Spending his days in servitude tending the remains of the stalk and his nights drowning his misery in ale, he is content to live his life in the shadows with nothing more than vile words and insults to feed him. But Jack’s mistake had consequences that rippled farther than he imagined. The loss Bryony suffered that day fuels her hatred for Jack and a need to see him suffer for it. She has planned her vengeance for years and is ready to enact it. When their paths finally collide, everything will change, and nothing will prepare them for what happens next.     AmazonKU

MY MATE (ALPHA SHIFTER COLLECTION BOOK 23) by Sam Crescent

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THE WOLF GROOM: A SHORT AND STEAMY MONSTER ROMANCE (BOUND AND KNOTTED) by Gemma Moon

BLOOD MOON: A SAPPHIC FANTASY ROMANCE (QUEERWOLF BOOK TWO) by  Harmony Fuller

SILK SKULLDUGGERY (WANDA’S WITCHERY)  (HAVEN HOLLOW BOOK 40) by J R Rain and H P Mallory

Everyone who knows me knows I love quality fabrics—there’s really nothing better with which to create my enchanted clothing. So, imagine my surprise and excitement when Lorcan and I attend an auction in Seattle, and I become the proud owner of the most beautiful silk that just happens to be a few hundred years old. And I know just what I’m going to make with it. Yes, there’s a protection spell safeguarding the silk from any sort of damage, but my blood magic will make quick work of that. As soon as my shears cut through the silk, though, it ages immediately, and I’m left with nothing but fraying and yellowed scraps. Not only that, but strange things start happening in Haven Hollow. First, there’s a random death for no apparent reason. Then, one of the neighbors who witnessed that death becomes sick as well. And he’s not the only one. Fairly soon, people are becoming completely drained of energy and vitality and I’m pretty sure there’s a paranormal reason behind it. And I have a sneaking suspicion that beautiful silk has something to do with it.      AmazonKU

TAKEN BY THE VAMPIRE PRINCE (ETERNAL SHADOWS NIGHTBORNE CHRONICLES BOOK ONE) by  Seraphine Amber

That night I lost everything in a car crash: My sister, my blood, my humanity… I thought I was dying. Then he appeared, Dorian, powerful, cold, and fiercely beautiful, offering me a new kind of life in exchange for my human existence. I am turned forever. Now, with a vampire’s insatiable hunger and strength I barely understand, I’m bound to him, the Eclipse Coven Clan’s enigmatic prince, who swears he’ll teach me control. But every time he touches me and whispers my name, control is the last thing on my mind. Dorian’s gaze burns with a promise of pleasure beyond mortal comprehension. His hands make me crave things I never imagined, and I feel a pull deep in my bones, even as he warns me against giving in. The clan rules keep us apart, yet we’re drawn together, trapped in the seductive dance of master and student. But when I discover my sister survived, transformed into a werewolf, Dorian demands I stay away from her. My loyalty is torn, but my desire for him is impossible to resist. How can I deny the need that binds me to him—or the love that could destroy us both?   AmazonKU

QUEEN OF REBELS (SHIFTERS OF SHERWOOD BOOK THREE) by Jade R Evans

I never thought I’d find myself here: fleeing for my life with four shifters who’ve sworn to protect me—no matter the cost. Each of them has claimed a piece of my heart, but that’s the easy part. Surviving what comes next? That’s a whole other fight. Gisbourne is out for blood—ours—and he’s got the power and the cunning to take it. We’ve lost our home, our resources, and nearly our hope. But we’re not done yet. Because this isn’t just about us. Sherwood needs saving, and we’re the only ones who know the real stakes. My abilities are growing stronger, but the truth is, I don’t know if I’m ready for what’s coming. I’m not some fairytale heroine, and I don’t need a perfect ending. What I need is to keep us together—and keep us alive. Because losing them? That’s the one thing I won’t survive.   AmazonKU

GARGOYLE REAPER: MM MPREG GARGOYLE ROMANCE (SHADOW SLAYERS BOOK TWO) by M M Wilde

As the designated Shadow Slayer healer, Ezekiel is rarely called to fight the evil forces that threaten to plunge the world into darkness. The nicknamed Reaper worries he’ll never reach the kill quota allowing his mate to be revealed to him. But everything changes when he’s called to Boston to heal a Slayer tortured by demons. Archer is a surgeon who lives an unremarkable life in Boston. Too grumpy to care how lonely he is, or that he doesn’t have friends beyond work acquaintances, he instead focuses his energy on being an expert in his field. However, when he returns home from pulling an all-nighter at the hospital, he discovers that his house has been trashed and a mysterious man who claims his life is in danger. Plunged into a bizarre world of deadly supernatural creatures and strange prophecies, Archer fears he’s losing his mind. But the electric touch of the handsome man who swears they’re fated mates is starting to turn him into a believer.     AmazonKU

COLD FOOT KOMODO (WRECK’S MOUNTAINS BOOK TWO) by T S Joyce

Sasha Harris is headed into the unknown. In the mountains of Montana, a new Crew is setting up territory, and Sasha has a dozen reasons to pick up her entire life and move to the outskirts of Wreck’s Mountains. Sasha’s sister is paired with the Alpha of that Crew, and though she knows little of shifter life and culture, Sasha has been invited to be a part of their story. Problem number one? The crew is made up of escaped convicts from a shifter prison in Alaska, and they are all absolutely wild. Problem number two? Sasha’s family is losing their minds over her move. Problem number three? Reed—the hottest, most unattainable man she’s ever encountered. Sasha is supposed to be starting fresh and learning who she is while her life is in transition, but Reed has been ordered to make her move to Montana as seamless as possible, and now Sasha is at serious risk of having the biggest adventure of her entire life. Reed has been working for a decade to get to this moment, but when his past drags him back to his old habits, he has to find a way to anchor himself to this world. Sasha is a beautiful distraction, but she’s human, and fragile compared to his inner Komodo Dragon. Or so he thinks. He’s fresh out of Cold Foot Prison, new to Wreck’s Crew, and trying to figure out his life, but this gorgeous sister of one of his Crew-mates blows into town and turns his world upside down. Wreck says she’s off-limits to him and the other males of the Crew, but Reed can’t stay away from her. Together, he and Sasha are going to break all the rules.      AmazonKU     AB

ONYX CAGE VOLUME II:  A LOCHLAN FUDS COMPANION NOVEL (THE LOCHLAN FREUDS BOOK SIX) by  Robin D Mahle and Elle Madison

Evander thought he could let her go. But when Clan Elk has the princess in their grasp once more, he’s about to discover just how far he will go for the sake of his clan. His kingdom. His Lemmikki. 
*Onyx Cage: Volume II picks up with Evander’s side of the story for the final two books in The Lochlann Feuds.       AmazonKU

OF BLOOD AND SMOKE (CROSSED BY BLOOD ONE) by Larissa Vincente

They say if you look him in the eye, you turn to stone – Her: I couldn’t lose this job. My dad needed better care, our neighborhood sucked, and I owed a drug dealer money after I almost burned his house down. When my best friend forwarded me a job application, I didn’t hesitate to fill it out. After working two thankless jobs for several years, I needed my big break. But, between a coworker from hell and my uncanny ability to consistently break the number one rule at Ipomoea, I was on the verge of being fired. Soon, the bodies have piled up, it seems like everybody has a secret, and before I knew it—the body in danger was my own.Him: She didn’t know who I was. I’m one of her bosses but she has no idea. I’m the one watching out for her, doing things for her, and keeping her safe. I’m not supposed to want her, but I’m defying my own rules. It thrills me to visit my Little One and take care of her, bring her pleasure. I only hoped she would accept me when I finally revealed myself. This is a dark vampire fantasy romance with a HEA. If a reader is new to dark romance, the MMC may come across as morally black.   AmazonKU

A HEART DISGUISED 1: MM ROMANCE (DEMON LORDS OF AETHORIA) by Zara Lee

Whoever said “marriage is an adventure” clearly never had to wed a demon lord while masquerading as a woman. I’m Robin Aldercrest, and despite being blessed—or cursed—with the visage of a delicate flower, deceiving the Duke of Lunaria is proving more challenging than taming a wild griffon. My esteemed father decided to solve our family’s predicament—the demon king’s demand for a bride—by offering me up to Duke Darius, a notorious demon lord rumored to possess not only massive horns, but also an impressive… stature and “sword” to match. The dire consequence? Should His Grace uncover my true nature, my family might find themselves adorning the castle’s pikes. A trifling matter, to be sure, especially for a sheltered, fainting-prone whelp like myself. Now, I find myself ensconced in a foreboding fortress of gleaming stone and shadowy corridors, with a husband as terrifyingly beautiful as he is perceptive. Each touch ignites my skin like wildfire, and his molten gold eyes seem to peel away my pretenses faster than I can erect them. I arrived intending to play the role of the most convincing jilted wife in history, but now I face a far graver peril: I fear I may be falling for him. And in this battle of wits against a demon who can see through deception as if it were gossamer, I’m beginning to think my heart isn’t the only thing I stand to lose—if I don’t faint first, that is.      AmazonKU

LYCAN PRINCE’S FATED QUEEN (MOONLIT SECRETS SERIES BOOK ONE) by Jennifer Eve

I ran to escape being sold—only to run straight into him. Rhett Voltaire. My savior, my doom, my fated mate. The same one who caged me, mocked my every breath, and punished me for sins I didn’t commit. Oh, and did I mention he’s the Lycan prince? Tall, dark, and brooding, with a temper as sharp as his jawline. I escaped once, leaving behind my pride, my trust—and the child he doesn’t know exists. For five years, I kept that truth buried. Until my enemy used my son as leverage, dragging me back into Rhett’s world. My plan was simple: sneak in, end him, and save my son. However, the man who once despised me now looks at me like I’m his greatest weakness. His touch scorches, his words deceive, and his kisses? They should come with a warning label. But the only kiss I could give him was the blade against his chest. The question is, why did he lean closer instead of pulling away?      AmazonKU

TANGLED (LEGENDS OF THE HALLOWS BOOK TWO) by Adaline Winters

n the Hallows, legends are more than stories—they’re fate. Daphne Stone, known more for tripping over crowns than toppling kingdoms, never thought she’d wield Excalibur or become the center of a dark prophecy destined to end in her demise. Trapped beneath enchanted waters, she unravels a sinister truth: the Hallows’ beloved legends are cursed, their happy endings forged in blood and sacrifice. Her knights—four brothers as loyal as they are lethal, were meant to guard Excalibur, not lose it to the girl who upended their world. Now they race to save her, becoming entangled with honor, duty, and an extraordinary love. But as the bonds between them grow stronger, so does the danger. The Idols—the ancient, ruthless keepers of these stories—have ensured no one, not even a clumsy maiden, can rewrite the fate they’ve dictated for centuries. But Daphne refuses to play their game. Defying destiny itself, she embarks on a perilous quest to rewrite the legend tied to Excalibur. To survive, Daphne must outwit immortal powers and wield a sword that seems just as likely to betray her as to save her, while every step toward freedom tangles her deeper in fierce feelings for her protectors. The Hallows demand her sacrifice—but Daphne Stone isn’t a maiden who follows the rules of fate. She’s here to break them.       AmazonKU

FALLING FOR MY SHIFTER GUARDIAN (WILD & FORBIDDEN MATES BOOK SIX) by Liz Fox

The moment I met her, I knew that she was mine—but I also knew I could never have her. For years, I’ve kept my distance, watching over Olivia from the shadows. She was too young, too innocent—and I had too many demons to ever entertain the thought of more. But now, she’s not a girl anymore. She’s a woman—a fierce, determined woman who ignites a fire in me I can’t control. I’ve spent years burying the truth—that she’s my fated mate…But the pull is getting harder to resist. I’m supposed to be her protector, not her lover. The hunters are coming, her oldest friend is hiding deadly secrets, and I can’t let her get caught in the crossfire. But how can I keep her safe when the biggest threat to her might be me?       AmazonKU

THE PRINCE (PRINCES OF TOVAL BOOK TWO) by Mell Eight

Captured as a prisoner of war, Prince Clament expects rough treatment. However, the extent of torment he endures is beyond even his expectations. When Prince Braxton frees him, Clament knows it’s only a farce meant to coerce him into finally spilling all his country’s secrets. Except, despite all his efforts—magical and common—Clament finds himself helplessly drawn to Braxton, wishing he could believe the tantalizing promises Braxton makes. Unfortunately, the war continues to be fought. When the ongoing battle spills into Clament’s healing ward, resisting Braxton takes a backseat to simple survival. And yet, Clament knows he must make a terrible decision: believe in Braxton and betray his country, or betray Braxton and possibly get him killed. That is, assuming Clament is allowed to live long enough first.

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ACADEMY OF THE WICKED: YEAR ONE (THE PARANORMAL ELITES OF WICKED ACADEMY BOOK ONE) by Avery Phoenix

I never thought I’d willingly walk into the dragon’s den, but here I am—Gwenivere, the only girl stupid enough to infiltrate the infamous Wicked Academy. Oh, and did I mention I’m a hybrid? Part vampire, part witch, and now, part boy… at least as far as anyone here knows. Infiltrating the all-male Wicked Academy wasn’t my smartest move. I thought I was prepared for anything. Turns out, I wasn’t ready for the vicious bullying, the cutthroat classes, or the three devastatingly handsome paranormal princes who’ve made tormenting me their new favorite hobby. Damien, the Vampire Prince with his seductive smirk that promises trouble and temptation.
Nikolai, the Dark Fae Prince whose charm is as deadly as any weapon. And Cassius…the rare Duskwalker Prince…enigmatic, dangerous, and far too perceptive for my liking. They started as my tormentors, but as the weeks pass, I’m not sure what they are anymore. Enemies? Allies? Something… more? They think they can break me. I’ll show them what happens when you back a witch-vampire hybrid into a corner. Because in the hallowed halls of Wicked Academy, the most dangerous player might be the one they never saw coming.      AmazonKU

STRIPE THEORY (MATCHMAKER’S BOOK CLUB BOOK EIGHT) by Milly Taiden

When Dr. Alora Sky, a tiger-obsessed genius with a love for stripes and sarcasm, lands a research deal with the enigmatic Kedi Biogenetics, she’s thrilled to tackle the mysterious virus threatening tiger shifters. But science takes a backseat when her lab is stormed, her life is threatened, and the annoyingly handsome Rehan Kedi—billionaire tiger shifter and the pride’s grumpy leader—insists on becoming her shadow. Rehan’s life is all precision and control, until Alora and her chaotic brilliance crash into it, turning his world—and his tiger—upside down. She’s quirky, relentless, and completely unaware of shifter mating bonds. But as much as Rehan tells himself this is just about saving his sister and his pride, his tiger knows better. Alora is his mate, even if she’s too busy fighting off mercenaries with liquid nitrogen and naming her lab cat “Stripes” to notice. With the future of tiger shifters at stake, Alora will need every ounce of her scientific ingenuity—and maybe a little help from the hunky tiger god following her—to survive. Can she save his sister and all tiger shifters or will their unexpected love be their downfall?       AmazonKU

FANGS AND FREAKS (SHIFTERS OF MYTHS AND LEGENDS SERIES) by Bre Rose and Cassie Lein

Years ago, they betrayed her, bound her in flames, and left for dead. They thought they killed her, but they did something far more than that, they made her immortal. Now, as the legend goes, whisper her name into a mirror three times, and she’lI will rise again — a spirit bound to vengeance, a deadly beauty with fire in her heart. When Bellonna is summoned by a desperate shifter, she revels in the thrill of seeking justice. Until someone intervenes, undermining her mission and rendering her unneeded. What was once a job quickly becomes personal. The Crimson Brotherhood have no idea what they’ve brought into their club. A dangerous game of cat and mouse begins. Who will emerge victorious—or will they all go up in flames? But as passion and fate collide, Bellonna must decide whether to fulfill her deadly duty or risk everything to protect the souls who may be her salvation.   AmazonKU

KISSING THE SHARK (MARITIME MONSTERS BOOK ONE) by CD Rachels

I love my job at the Maritime Monsters Institute. I get to help ocean life as well as humans who shift into marine-based creatures. There’s so much to learn about the monster community, and I’d like to think my knowledge has helped all sea creatures. Dating life? Who’s that, never heard of her. But then a tall shifter strides in from the ocean and gets down on one knee in front of me. Everyone at my job witnesses him declaring his undying love for me. It’s nonsense because he doesn’t know me. In fact, he’s new to the surface world! I tell him to stop, but cutting this shark out of my life is more difficult than it seems. My job finds me teaching him all about life on land. It doesn’t help that I find him drop-dead handsome. This monster is naïve and overbearing. But after weeks of working together, we become friends. The shark becomes…endearing. Charming. Sweet. I never thought I could be in a human-monster relationship. But this shark threatens to drown me with his love in the best possible way. I want to give this shifter a shot, but if I do, will our hearts sink or swim?      AmazonKU

TAMING THE WICKED WOLF (A DATE WITH A DEMON NOVELLAS BOOK TWO) by Kenzie James

Emilia turns to magic in a last ditch effort to protect herself from her ex-husband, who can’t seem to take a hint. One pricey ritual and a potentially ruined dining room floor later, she’s left with a wolf demon, but not the one she expects. Silas has one job, play bodyguard to a powerful witch in exchange for her soul. The deal seems simple enough until he finds himself at the end of her leash.
As he helps Emilia find her strength, Silas realizes he desires more than he bargained for, he wants her heart as well.       AmazonKU

THE ALPHA’S FORBIDDEN HEIR by Fiona Black

She’s the daughter of my worst enemy. The mate I can never claim. And the mother of the son I never knew I had. Aria Sorrenti was supposed to be leverage – a pawn in my war against her father. But one look at her, and my wolf was ready to protect her, mark her, make her mine. I fought it, but she left me no choice…I claimed her. Hard. Then I sent her away, thinking I could sever the bond. I was wrong…She was gone, and with her, a part of me. Five years later, she’s back—with a son. My son. My pack sees her as a threat. Her father wants blood. The bond I’ve tried to ignore burns hotter than ever and claiming her means risking everything. I’ve sacrificed everything to protect my pack. Now I will risk it all to save her and our son.     AmazonKU

EAMON (QUEEN OF THE FLIGHTLESS DRAGONS BOOK ONE) by Martha Roo

Have you ever been minding your own business at work and then were stabbed, and started leaking magic? Willow Jenkins is about to find out that was her best day that week. Family secrets, old grimoires, dragons in Texas, taco trucks, portals through keyholes, a search for a lost love, and finding out you’re on the most wanted list of an evil empire. That gets her to Thursday. Want to see how her weekend went? Get the box wine and Pepsi and pour yourself a kalimotxo and get ready for an epic battle in three parts, a love story, gamers to the rescue, wizards and dark magic, dragons and mayhem in an effort to save Willow’s world. Save the alchemist, save the world. All Willow wants is to go back to her taco truck in East Austin with her dog and hang out at the game shop for magicals behind Pinata World. Is that even possible anymore? This is a story about being brave even when you think you’re just an ordinary person and finding out one day there’s so much more to the world, and then, being courageous enough to just keep going. I wrote it with all of us in mind who are trying to do the best we can hoping for a little magic.       AmazonKU

WOLVES’ MIDLIFE HEALER (MOONLIT SECRETS BOOK FOUR) by Breanna Mason

VS Note: A short story.

Escaping the chaos of my past was supposed to be simple. A fresh start in a secluded mountain town.
No noise. No drama. No danger. But Silverpine Ridge has its own secrets—Shadows that move when no one’s looking, Howls that echo through the trees, And eyes I can feel on me, even when I’m alone. Then there’s Lucas Arden. A man who walks through the woods like he owns them. Broad shoulders. Storm-gray eyes. A presence that demands attention. He’s danger wrapped in denim and leather—And I can’t seem to stay away. Lucas says he’ll protect me. But his warnings are sharp-edged, His scars too deep, And there’s something wild in him that both draws me in—and makes me want to run. The truth? The forest isn’t the only thing hiding monsters. And trusting Lucas might be the most dangerous thing I’ve ever done.      AmazonKU

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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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ADORED BY THE ALIEN WARLORD (BRIDES OF THE ZULDRUX WARRIORS BOOK FIVE) by Ava Ross

Maggie: After my twin sister and I are kidnapped from Earth, we’re separated. When the ship transporting me crashes on a distant planet, I’m captured and sold to a lizard alien. Now I’m trapped, forced to dance in a bar under the watchful gaze of a tyrant. I’ve resigned myself to never seeing my sister again when a blue-skinned Zuldruxian named Davon is hired as a bouncer at the bar. He’s fierce and kind, with teal-colored eyes that hold secrets, and he watches out for me. It doesn’t take me long to start falling in love. He says he’s been sent by my sister, that he’s going to help me escape. Can I trust him with my safety and my heart? Davon: As the leader of my clan, I’ve roamed the vast deserts of my world, seeking a purpose beyond the pain of my past. When I meet a human woman in search of her sister, I vow to find her. Maybe this will make up for the shame I caused my clan. I follow the trail of her ship and find her held captive in the Veerenad city. She’s not just a dancer in a bar, she’s the mate the gods promised me. I vow to free her, and our attraction deepens. Can I protect her from the dangers of this world and earn her trust or will my inner darkness betray us?   AmazonKU

CLAIMED BY THE DRAKARN WARRIOR LORD (DRAKARN MATES BOOK ONE) by Kate Rudolph

I am a Drakarn warrior, protector of my people, master of blade and sky. Battles and threats are known to me, but she is a new mystery. Terra storms into my world, unlike any female I’ve encountered. Smooth-skinned, wingless, clawless… yet she radiates a fierce strength that ignites a firestorm within me. Her defiance only fuels my desire. Her scent is my obsession, her touch a torment I crave. Every instinct within me screams mate. She’s stubborn, resisting the bond that pulls us together, a bond she doesn’t yet understand. But when a Drakarn finds his mate, he does not let go. Terra harbors secrets, shadows that threaten the fragile trust blooming between us. And when those secrets draw danger to her, I will unleash the inferno. She is mine. My heart. My soul. I will scorch the skies and obliterate anyone who dares to harm who I cherish above all.

Amazon      NOTE: Not on Apple Books or KOBO yet the day I checked

GUARDIAN’S HEART (SPACE GUARDOIAN’S MATE BOOK ONE) by Bella Blair

Nova: I don’t trust Zaarek, no matter how devastatingly handsome the alien is. He says he’s rescuing us, but I’ve learned the hard way that trusting anyone can get you killed. Growing up in the Louisiana swamps taught me how to survive, and this alien forest? Piece of cake. Or so I thought. After days on the run, I catch him—literally—but what I didn’t expect was for strange tattoos to form on our bodies… or the confusing pull I feel toward him. Now I have to decide: trust Zaarek, or keep running. Zaarek: I’ve followed orders my whole life, no questions asked. My mission is simple—rescue as many humans as possible, including nine slaves I bought at an alien auction. One of them, Nova, is different—fiery, stubborn, and impossible to control. When she escapes, I’m forced to chase her through an alien forest, but finding her isn’t the victory I expected. Now, strange marks appear on my skin, and for the first time, I question everything I know—about myself, my past, and my masters.   AmazonKU

ZENZE: ZYRGIN SCARS BOOK THREE by Marie Dry

Zenze believe that the way they have protected their mates in the Zyrgin Empire kept their females safe and this new idea of allowing females to roam outside their dwellings he found unacceptable.
Aria hate the Zyrgins and she is going to destroy them and thanks to those evil warriors who captured and abused her, she is now in the heart of the empire she wanted to take down come what may. But could she harm the valiant warrior who saved and cared for her?     Amazon     NOTE: Not on Apple Books or Kobo the day I checked.

LEGEND OF SCORPIO (THIRTEENTH ZODIAC BOOK ONE) by Eve Langlais

For eons, the Zodiac Warriors have fought in secret the evils that threaten Earth: aliens, monsters, even depraved humans. So when their seer predicts a coming calamity these fighters are more than ready to protect humanity. First up is Scorpio who is tasked with locating an artifact in Antarctica. A simple mission, except the doctor who’s supposed to help him find it has no idea what he’s talking about. Rebecca doesn’t know what to think of the dude who suddenly appears—naked in subzero temperatures. He claims to be some kind of astral hero. Ridiculous, and yet, there is something not quite human about Scorpio. As for his conviction she can lead him to some kind of relic that will save the world? He must be smoking some epic astral dust. To her surprise, though, the glacier she’s been chipping at is hiding the entrance to a mysterious cave. An ancient one full of peril. What they discover inside blows her scientific mind. Almost as much as Scorpio blows her usually quiet libido. However, before Rebecca can come to terms with the fact Zodiac Warriors truly are magical, she’s betrayed by her employer. Turns out, she wasn’t contracted by some do-good climate group, but by villains who steal the relic for nefarious purpose! Good thing a true hero never gives up. Can Scorpio recover the relic before it’s too late? And if he does, will this bachelor decide he’s ready to relinquish the single life for love?

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TRUSTING WARIK (HISSA WARRIOR SERIES BOOK NINE) by RK Munin

Nisha – Nisha was tasked with protecting the Decanting technology her mother had developed as an eager scientist back on Earth. When her mother realized her knowledge and life’s work was being used to create slaves, she left Earth far behind. But now, Nisha has a new mission. A heartless Earth corporation has set up shop far from Earth and its laws. They’re getting ready to Decant their first round of human-hybrid babies to sell off as slaves to anyone with the money to buy them. Her mother might have died several years ago, but Nisha is determined her legacy won’t be used for evil again.
She’s only one woman, so how can she stop a powerful corporation? She’d heard rumors that a species called the Hissa have found they are breeding compatible with Decanted women. It doesn’t surprise Nisha, because her mother used all kinds of non-human DNA to create the Decanted. She’s not sure she can convince these Hissa to help, but she doesn’t have much of a choice. Warik – As a skilled investigator, he’s prepared to spend his life tracking the sales of Decanted women so the Hissa military can rescue them and bring them back to the Hissa homeworld to find mates. With over two hundred thousand lonely Hissa males alive after losing their female population, and only handfuls of Decanted women being found every year, Warik is under no illusion that he’ll ever have a mate. It’s a lonely but important life. Then he’s given a mission: Meet with a mysterious human who claims to have information on an illegal Decanting farm and assess the validity of her claims. He expects to meet a greedy, self-centered human. What he gets is a woman unsure of who she can trust but desperate to save innocent lives. He’s determined to be the Hissa she decides to trust.   AmazonKU

DESCENT OF DARKNESS: A RAVAGED SKIES NOVEL (DARKNESS DAWNS BOOK ONE) by Kate L Mary

VS Note: I enjoy her books and pre-ordered this.

In a flash, the world as they knew it ended…Madison and Zane have finally called it quits. But just as they’re adjusting to life apart, a massive solar storm triggers a world-wide EMP, and in an instant, everything changes. And all they can think about is each other. Hundreds of miles apart with society collapsing around them, they must confront the heartbreak of their past as well as the terrifying future. While Zane risks everything for a chance to see her again, Madison confronts their unraveling reality, her heart fixed on one question: Is Zane alive? As threats multiply, survival—and forgiving past mistakes—demands brutal choices, but their love for one another, fractured but enduring, might be all they have left.     AmazonKU

HAMMAJANG LUCK by Makana Yamamoto

VS Note: LGBTQ SciFi release of note, “touch of romance”.

Edie is done with crime. Eight years behind bars changes a person—costs them too much time with too many of the people who need them most. And it’s all Angel’s fault. She sold Edie out in what should have been the greatest moment of their lives. Instead, Edie was shipped off to the icy prison planet spinning far below the soaring skybridges and neon catacombs of Kepler space station—of home—to spend the best part of a decade alone. But then a chance for early parole appears out of nowhere and Edie steps into the pallid sunlight to find none other than Angel waiting—and she has an offer. One last job. One last deal. One last target. The trillionaire tech god they failed to bring down last time. There’s just one thing Edie needs to do—trust Angel again—which also happens to be the last thing Edie wants to do. What could possibly go all hammajang about this plan?

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RUIN (VILLAINS FOR HIRE) by Stacy Jones

A corrupt, crime-ridden spaceport in the Outer Rims is the last place Ruin expects to see a human female. And damn sure not on the end of a Mogovian slaver’s leash. Despite the instant pull he feels toward her and as much as he despises slavery, he isn’t there to play hero. He’s been hired for a job—to assassinate some high-ranking executive in the Onyx Corp. Yet, one look into those haunted green eyes, and he knows there’s no going back. He’s gonna free her, consequences be damned. For the last seven years, Lira has been a slave, a pet. Stripped of her memories, she doesn’t know who she is or where she came from. But one look at the monstrous Lurian sitting in the shadows and she knows he’s her one chance at escape. What she doesn’t realize is that the information she unwittingly holds could be the key to Ruin’s mission—and make her the target of a deadly conspiracy. On the run through the spaceport’s dark underworld, their bond ignites into something neither of them saw coming—something raw, fierce, and unbreakable. But with an intergalactic corporation hunting them and a galaxy’s worth of secrets threatening to tear them apart, survival is anything but certain.   AmazonKU

HOT ALIEN DOCTOR (FATED MATES BAR BOOK TWO) by Gwen Jody

I don’t believe in fated mates. I’m not even sure I believe in love. Which is too bad, since I write romance novels. It doesn’t really matter, because a relationship is the last thing on my mind. I’m worried about my sick neighbor, and I need to focus on my book deadline. But there’s something strange about the handsome doctor I met at a bar. I feel things for him I’ve never felt for anyone. Why do I keep writing about tentacles?     AmazonKU

NAGA PRINCESS’S SOLDIER MATE (SERPENTS OF SERANT BOOK SEVEN) by Robin O’Connor

He calls me beautiful in his husky, damaged voice. Kind. A Naga Queen has never been called kind…Sazzie – I have hidden who I am from everyone my whole life. Turned myself into something I detest: a fighter, a brawler, a princess worthy of the Thunder Rock throne. Then I meet Reid…A human male. A kindness in his dark eyes that I do not understand. His body, a work of art—muscles, power, and sigils that don’t glow but sit like black ink tattoos on his skin. When he says I’m beautiful despite my scars, when he says I’m worthy of more than a life full of fights, I believe him. But not everyone is willing to let me forget who I am—who I was always meant to be: an heir to the throne. And they’ll kill me to get what they want. Reid – I’ve died before. It’s not so bad. Third time’s the charm, right? But when I wake up to the face of an angel, it’s not because I found the end. This is only the beginning. Battle-hardened Sazzie hides a soft, vulnerable heart and a caring nature that would be stomped out—destroyed—if anyone found out. For too long, she’s had to protect herself. No more. I will be her shield, her sword forged in fire. I’ll be her soldier, and I’ll kill anyone who dares to threaten my woman. As her rivals circle and threaten, I’ll fan the flames between us. Protect her, even as I claim her as mine.     AmazonKU

THE ALIEN’S CRUEL STARFROST DOMAIN  (EMPIRE OF FROST AND FLAME BOOK ONE) by Margo Bond Collins

If she escapes and lives, his kingdom will be destroyed. If she stays and dies, his heart will be demolished. Sold by her stepfather to Duke Ivrael of the Caix, a race of fae-like aliens, Lara Evans’ biggest fear is realized. Now, she will stop at nothing to save her sister Izzy from a fate worse than death. But Ivrael sees the Evans sisters as key to saving his dying civilization. He believes he can use Lara and Izzy to prove his theory that technology and magic can coexist—and to overthrow the kingdom’s current cruel ruler. As their mutual distrust gives way to dangerous attraction, both find their plans unraveling. With Izzy’s fate approaching, Lara must decide between betraying the duke and saving her sister. And Ivrael will either have to sacrifice the sisters to save his world… or risk everything.     AmazonKU

DEATH OF THE AUTHOR by Nnedi Okorafor

VS Note: A scifi release of note. Not a romance.

The future of storytelling is here. Disabled, disinclined to marry, and more interested in writing than a lucrative career in medicine or law, Zelu has always felt like the outcast of her large Nigerian family. Then her life is upended when, in the middle of her sister’s lavish Caribbean wedding, she’s unceremoniously fired from her university job and, to add insult to injury, her novel is rejected by yet another publisher. With her career and dreams crushed in one fell swoop, she decides to write something just for herself. What comes out is nothing like the quiet, literary novels that have so far peppered her unremarkable career. It’s a far-future epic where androids and AI wage war in the grown-over ruins of human civilization. She calls it Rusted Robots. When Zelu finds the courage to share her strange novel, she does not realize she is about to embark on a life-altering journey—one that will catapult her into literary stardom, but also perhaps obliterate everything her book was meant to be. From Chicago to Lagos to the far reaches of space, Zelu’s novel will change the future not only for humanity, but for the robots who come next. A book-within-a-book that blends the line between writing and being written, Death of the Author is a masterpiece of metafiction that manages to combine the razor-sharp commentary of Yellowface with the heartfelt humanity of Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow. Surprisingly funny, deeply poignant, and endlessly discussable, this is at once the tale of a woman on the margins risking everything to be heard and a testament to the power of storytelling to shape the world as we know it.

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ABDUCTING SARAH (PLANET ORHON ALIEN ROMANCE SERIES BOOK ONE) by Brenna Sinclair

Seeing ghosts used to be the strangest thing that’d ever happened to me…I hallucinated dead people regularly. So, no one believed me when I said I was being stalked. Even I started to question it after a while. Until my stalker abducted me…and took me to another planet. Jacaranda is fierce. Beautiful. Entirely alien—and under orders to deliver me to his boss, Deacon Ladrang. See, Deacon says I’m a conduit between the living and the alien dead, and he thinks I can save his family. He’ll let me go home when our mission is complete. The catch? I have to marry him in a ceremony that includes consummation—with my new husband and Jacaranda. Surprisingly, I’m not opposed. To any of it. Because I want my sexy alien captors with a passion that terrifies me. In fact, I’d love to turn this marriage of convenience into a happily ever after. But first, I’ll have to figure out if this is all real …or just the most delicious, erotic hallucination I’ve ever had.     AmazonKU

CHAMPION: THE OUTLANDER BOOK CLUB IN SPACE by Annie Lucas

Raised as a Navy brat, I learned early on how to handle conflict. And after years of serving in Naval Intelligence, I thought I had seen it all. Getting kidnapped by aliens was a new one… even for me.
The gladiator pit I’m thrown in is a merciless and savage world, where strength and violence reign supreme. Charick’s arrival fills me with hope of escape and reuniting a with my friends from the Tuesday Night Outlander Book Club. But as Charick plans our escape, we stumble upon a sinister plot – my captor intends to use me as a pawn in his quest to murder his father, Duke Ako. My blood boils at the thought of being used for such a heinous act. I’ve never backed down from a fight before, and I refuse to let Nansar’s twisted scheme succeed, despite the peril of standing against him. It’s a harrowing task just to stay alive, outsmart Nansar, and evade relentless alien assassins. Yet nothing compares to my heart’s desperate pull towards Charick, craving his touch and love despite the looming danger.     AmazonKU

FIRST: INTERGALACTIC WARRIORS (PROTECTORS OF THE NINE GALAXIES AND BEYOND) by Dare O’Dell

VS Note: This book is on the Zon twice, with different covers and a somewhat different title. 

Jo’Nay, an Intergalactic Warrior bound by duty, is approaching his final flight—a genetically engineered death at 400 years old. Emotionless and unyielding, he has spent centuries as a protector of the Nine Galaxies, his life dictated by a rigid code that forbids love, family, and rebellion. Everything changes when he meets Winn, a spirited and compassionate human whose very presence stirs something long dormant in him. She awakens his heart in ways he never thought possible, and their connection becomes a love so powerful it shakes the foundations of his existence. But their romance is forbidden, and a twist of fate—a single bite of a forbidden Earth apple—grants Jo’Nay a second chance at life and a future he thought he could never have. As their passion grows, so does the danger, and they uncover a devastating secret: the Vettian government has been manipulating Intergalactic Warriors for centuries, controlling their lives and suppressing their true potential. Now, Jo’Nay and Winn must risk everything to fight for their lives—as well as the life of their unborn child. Their bond will spark a rebellion that could change the course of the Nine Galaxies forever.   AmazonKU

PROTECTOR: A DARK OMEGAVERSE ROMANCE (ALPHA TIES) by Nora Ash

VS note: A “compiled version” of a previously published serial.

I want her dead, but for a woman like her there is a far worse fate: She may hate me. She will still be mine. I awoke in hell. I don’t know who I was before, or where I came from. If I ever knew anything but darkness and pain. What I am now is a machine. A weapon, whose every breath is controlled by the technology fused with my very DNA. Bound in eternal servitude. She did this. Doctor Adelaide Thompson made me into the perfect soldier. A protector, incapable of doing her harm. But all I fantasize about is my hands around her throat. Her soft, pink lips gasping for air, and the drum of her pulse under my palms. I hate her. I want her. And I am the only one who can save her life. She won’t like the price.

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OFF LIMITS CONNECTION IN ALIEN LAB (ALIEN LAB LOVE EXPERIMENT BOOK SEVEN) by G R Stellar

Twenty years after the Visitors arrive on Earth, they’re in big trouble. The Earth is hospitable and welcoming to them but the female aliens are dying off at an alarming rate. The Alien Laboratory Breeding Department is on the job and calling all human women. If you have a healthy womb, why not do your part and help the Visitors? He’s the most perfect man to ever exist. Wait…Well, he’s not a man. He’s a Crendirian, one of the visitors, and he’s as perfect a specimen of male as can possibly exist. I want him so badly! But he’s my boss, and it’s just my luck to work in the one place of the Alien Laboratory Breeding Department that has rules about this sort of thing. I’m off limits. He’s not allowed to want me. Well, he can want me but he’s not allowed to touch me. And my boss is a stickler for the rules. But how can I let it stand at that when every day I fall deeper and deeper? Something’s got to give, and I just don’t know what’s going to happen.    AmazonKU

BETRAYED ALIEN KING: MEANINGFUL MATCHED MATES by Katrina S Karter

Joie Carson never expected to save an alien king, but when she’s abducted into a secret government facility, fate intervenes. Beren Kiminn is powerful, brooding, and desperate to save his people from annihilation. On the run after an assassination attempt, he needs an ally, and Joie might be his only hope. Their connection deepens when Joie discovers her body has been altered, forging a psychic bond that ties her to Beren’s thoughts and emotions. As desire ignites, their bond becomes more than survival, it’s raw, undeniable, and destined. But when betrayal strikes, Joie and Beren are thrust into a deadly game of survival. A former ally aligns with Earth’s corrupt forces, threatening to destroy Beren’s people and Joie’s newfound strength. With danger closing in, Joie must embrace her inner power and fight to protect the king who’s claimed her heart, even as galaxies and ambitions collide.   AmazonKU

***********************BRIEF BREAK BEFORE THE FANTASY/PNR BOOKS!**************************************

VS: Here’s the second in my Badari Gladiators series. I challenged myself to write some action packed arena scenes along with the romance…and there’s one episode inspired by the infamous Triffids  from science fiction…

RENNYR (BADARI GLADIATORS SERIES BOOK 2) by Veronica Scott

Rennyr was a genetically engineered senior soldier in his Badari Warrior pack until one day he woke up on a strange planet naked, disoriented and about to be sold into the gladiator arena for the rest of his life. Unscrupulous guards faked his death in the lab where he was created and sold him into slavery in the galaxy’s hinterlands. Kill or be killed is the rule in his new life and a Badari never gives up. He’ll fight to stay alive until the Badari goddess sees fit to decree his death and release him from the wretched existence.

Jaine Mitchel of the Sectors was on her way to an exciting research internship until pirates seized the spaceship on which she was a passenger and took her to feature in a gladiator ‘death match’ in the galactic hinterlands. She has no hope of surviving in the arena until a man she only glimpsed in passing breaks out of his cell and saves her life, declaring her to be his fated mate. Given to Rennyr as his reward for winning the death match, Jaine must share a cell and a bed with the handsome, not human, gladiator and together they have to find a way to survive in this merciless world of violence and death. Their mutual attraction is off the charts. Falling in love is the easy part, finding a way to escape or even to remain together is the challenge. At any time their mutual owner could decide thumbs up or thumbs down on one or both of them, or sell them separately.

Their only hope is a mysterious gladiator master from offworld who may be coming to buy Rennyr. Will he take Jaine as well? Could Rennyr win freedom for them both if he does well enough in the arena? Badari Warriors claim their mates for life and Rennyr has no intention of losing Jaine…RENNYR is an 80K word novel and can be read as a standalone. KYDEN is the first book in the series.

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THE UNCROWNED KING (THE BASTARD DUOLOGY BOOK TWO) by Donna Grant

I would burn the world for him…My people have been hunted to extinction by dragons. I am the last of my kind. Forever running. Forever alone. Then I met him. Dangerous. Carnal. Dragon And utterly magnetic. I had no defenses against the passion that claimed us. Each time his lips touched mine, each time his arms held me, I fell deeper. And I fell hard. My mortal enemy became my world. The very reason for my existence. My one and only. Until our forever was violently snatched away. Now, I’m hunted, once more. But I’m not running this time. I’m fighting for love. For him.

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MATED TO ALPHAS (REJECTED WOLF PACK BOOK FOUR) by Traci Lovelot

I finally shifted at last, only to discover I’m not a normal wolf shifter. I’m a direct descendant of Odin’s wolves. I’m also a witch with magic in my veins. There’s only one place I belong — with my pack of outcasts. Heath and I explore our new, magical bond. Gage and I finally have a chance to make up. Flint and Rowan teach me how to be a real wolf shifter. And things begin to heat up between Gage and Heath. For every secret revealed, another waits in the shadow of my visions. I foresee death and destruction on the horizon. I also saw how to stop it, but will telling my alphas ruin our chances? I must convince them to use me as bait… during my next heat. Because the Ironwood pack has underestimated us for the last time.     AmazonKU

ABOVE THE CURSE (FAE WILDS SERIES BOOK 10) by W J May

She’s just trying to stop her friend from marrying a blood-sucking leech, and from the way everyone is treating her, you would think she was the bad guy! Phaedra doesn’t like leeches, so when one from her past shows up unexpectedly, she’s got her stake at the ready. But he’s fast, he’s slick, and he’s got a taste for her blood. Can she escape him when he seems to have all the advantages? Maybe, just maybe, but only with the help of a necromancer and his ghost ship, and a little diversion care of a fire-breathing dragon.

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HER TRADITIONAL DRAGON MATE (CRESCENT LAKE SHIFTERS BOOK EIGHT) by Arizona Tape

VS Note: FF PNR.

To get over an unrequited crush, Sadie takes the plunge in Crescent Lake in the hopes of finding a fated mate. Little does she know that her prayers are about to be answered. That’s how she meets Annabelle, a wealthy dragon shifter from an old families with lots of traditions and impossibly high standards. Can Sadie get her in-laws’ approval she needs to seal her fated mate bond with Annabelle or will she buckle under the pressure? Her Traditional Dragon Mate is a sapphic fated-mate arranged-marriage romance with a dragon shifter and light steam. It’s part of the Crescent Lake Shifters series and as a standalone romance can be read out of order.

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THE THING ABOUT WITCHES (SHROUDED NATION BOOK 26) by Brenda Trim and Tia Didmon

A mysterious illness. A powerful artifact. A dark agenda. When one of my best friends falls ill, I realize there is a sinister plot behind the theft of my artifacts. But every time I think we have discovered the culprit; they end up dead. When someone raises a horde of zombies and my daughter’s life is jeopardized, I race to find the missing artifact before it can do more damage. But an abduction thwarts our investigation and leaves us reeling from the implications. Can I find the answers before someone I love is killed, or is Ravenholde destined to fall prey to a monster?        AmazonKU

SECRETS OF SALTCLIFF (FORTY, FIRED AND FIGHTING DEMONS BOOK ONE) by Brenda Trim and Chris Cain

Turns out, when a realtor says ‘location, location, location!’, they aren’t going to mention the property is directly above a portal to Hell…I’m Eliza Grey, and my charming fixer-upper came with an unexpected feature: a gateway to the infernal realms in the basement. So much for open-concept living. Now, instead of choosing tile patterns, I’m deciphering ancient runes. My real estate agent? Secretly a magical mentor. The grumpy handyman? A half-demon hunter with a penchant for brooding. And my new house? Let’s just say it has opinions on my renovation choices. I’ve got to master my newfound magical abilities, navigate the bureaucratic nightmare that is Hell’s Seven Boroughs, and find a mystical artifact before a demon lord uses my property as his personal welcome mat to world domination. Home improvement shows never prepared me for this. If I can survive magical training, outsmart Hell’s henchmen, and keep my sanity (and my house) intact, I might just save the world. Although there’s no telling what this will do for the resale value. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have to go sage my cutlery. In this house, you can never be too careful.      AmazonKU

THE MONSTERS WE ARE by Suzanne Wright

The Ancients and the Aeons. Two groups of powerful immortals on the brink of destruction, and at the heart of it all stands Wynter Dellavale. Wynter is a witch who once sought sanctuary for herself and her coven in Devil’s Cradle. Better known as ‘the Home of Monsters’, it was a place for outcasts and fugitives. She now wears the brand of Cain, the infamous Ancient, who has claimed her soul for all of eternity and doesn’t plan on ever letting go. Together, Wynter and Cain have prevailed over many powerful enemies, but now they face their final – and most terrifying – battle. As the last Aeon left standing, the all-powerful Adam is out for revenge. His terms: Cain and Wynter in exchange for peace. If Devil’s Cradle won’t deliver them, the full force of Adam’s devastating rage will fall upon them all. As the stakes are raised, Cain and Wynter will do whatever it takes to defeat Adam and keep each other safe, even if it means unleashing the monsters that live within them.

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GNOLL KIDDING: A LESBIAN MOMSTER ROMANCE by Jacki Sensal

Sure, I might be a little thirsty for the bartender. But love? Don’t joke around. Our adventuring party has spent the past few days in a quiet mountainside town enjoying the view. And by view, I’m talking about the tavern’s gorgeous gnoll bartender. Czeha is tall, charming, and has a sharp-toothed smile that can stop a heart from across the bar. The town is gearing up for its yearly fertility festival and the atmosphere is right to make a move—but is one hot night all I want, or is my roaming adventurer’s heart thirsty for something more? Gnoll Kidding is an immersive first-person POV lesbian romance novella where you are the story’s female protagonist. Featuring fantastical monster appendages and a FF/sapphic romance, this spicy fantasy is for your mature enjoyment.     AmazonKU

BRIAR (FORBIDDEN FAIRYTALES) by Evelyn Flood

My life has already been mapped out. Every milestone, every important moment, clearly defined and placed into a pretty little box, courtesy of my father and my apparent fiancé. They want me to be perfect. They want me to fold, over and over, until there’s nothing left of me but what they tell me I should be. When River, Jenson and Kai stroll into my life, it feels like a detonation. As though my veins are alight with fire. For the first time in my life, I’m awash with feeling. But then they offer me a deal. It’s indecent. It’s wrong. It goes against everything I’ve ever been told. But if it’s so wrong… why is being theirs the first time in my life that I’ve felt right?     AmazonKU

SEPH (PINE RIDGE UNIVERSE) by S C Principale

Vampires can’t cross running water—unless they first cross the River Styx. Long ago, one of Echidna’s spawn was granted the freedom to move across all bodies of water, even the mighty ocean, if she would do a favor for the king of Hell—bring back Seph, better known as Persephone, Hades’ beloved queen. It’s been a thousand years as of this Lemuria, and Hades is calling in his marker. Deliver his queen, or else…The problem? The “demon” slated to do the job is a vampire in love with one Emily Van Helsing, a woman who wants to kill him and all of his kind. They only have an uneasy truce, but only because the “good” monsters of Pine Ridge have convinced her to grant a stay of execution. Emily van Helsing has been raised to kill vampires on sight. Following family tradition, Emily has taken on the task of hunting London’s most famous vampire— Simeon Crow, even though he claims to be retired. When his trail leads her to paranormal Pine Ridge, a sudden twist of fate left her at the mercy of monsters. Imagine her surprise when the people of Pine Ridge not only save her life, but help her start a new one. She agrees to the truce, but…(more blurb on ebook seller’s page)    AmazonKU

BORROWED TIME (THE WITCHES OF MINGUS MOUNTAIN BOOK TWO) by Christine Pope

When the past becomes their prison, can love be their key to freedom? Trapped in 1884 Flagstaff, Devynn Rowe and Seth McAllister find themselves in a world where their witch clans are still bitter enemies. As they navigate the dangers of the Old West, they must keep their growing attraction hidden while searching for a way back to their own times. Devynn struggles to control her unpredictable time-travel gift, knowing it’s their only hope of escape. But in a town ruled by the formidable Wilcox clan — her own ancestors — every move could expose their secrets. Seth, torn from everything he knows, grapples with a reality where he must try to coexist with the people he’s always viewed as mortal enemies. And as he helps Devynn try to control her powers, he finds himself continuing to fall for the woman he’s sworn to protect. Their fraught situation escalates even further when a deadly enemy from Devynn’s family history resurfaces, threatening to alter the course of time itself. Faced with an impossible choice, Devynn and Seth must decide how much they’re willing to risk to preserve their love…and their future. In a dangerous game of secrets and survival, can Devynn and Seth rewrite history without sacrificing their chance at happiness?

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OF DREAMS AND POISON: THE DRAGON AND THE DEVOURING TREE PART ONE (HAPPILY EVER AFTER DARK BOOK TWO) by Darva Green

Sleeping Beauty meets Robin Hood in the first book of this high-heat sapphic retelling.
It was always meant to be a tale of the dragon and the devouring tree…Rosemary – Three years ago I was freed from the jailer’s cart and sentenced to a lifetime of servitude at the Briar Apothecary, located at the edge of a forest filled with devouring trees. I spend my days blending herbal remedies for my mistress and concocting poisonous treats to weed out her enemies. I’ve learned firsthand that the prince isn’t the hero the rebellion wants him to be. His careless bet invites danger to my doorstep, but it turns out a bit of danger is exactly what I need. Now I’m falling for a woman willing to be ruthless for me. The only problem is I’ll have to betray her to free my godmothers from the Ivy Keep. Can I break my own heart to save my family? Carabosse – The little witch must have cast a spell on me. The job was supposed to be easy. Get the dragon eggs and be discreet. Take care of any loose ends and leave a message for the brat prince who dared to steal from the Dragon Valley. But I never expected to feel this warmth in my chest until I laid eyes on her. I’ve served my queen for twenty years, helping her rise to power in this realm after escaping Faerie. I’m blood-sworn to put her above all else, but now I’m questioning everything. And I’ll do anything to get sweet Rosemary to safety, even if there’s no chance of a happy ending for me. Can I break an oath to uphold a vow?   AmazonKU

BLOOD BURDEN (MAGIC AND DEATH BOOK TWO) by S R Giffith

This completes the duet. You will not have a great time if you don’t read Blood Gifts first – The man of my dreams left me, but I’m not going down without a fight. After waking up in the underground cave city of Barrle, Hy has abandoned me. As his coronation approaches, I go undercover to talk to him but as I’m arguing with him, disaster strikes. As more people are finding my true identity, Hy and I are forced to unite our countries to defeat a great evil. We have to figure out how to unite our nations while repairing our broken relationship. I don’t want to trust him again, but I can’t fight the fires burning inside me, our love might just be fated after all. Can I let him back into my heart? Or will he forget me?     AmazonKU

SPELLS LIKE POLTERGEIST SPIRIT (THE OWL STAR WITCH MYSTERIES BOOK 18) Aby Lenne Leeds

When a mischievous poltergeist starts wreaking havoc in Forkbridge, Astra and her sisters must figure out to banish the troublesome spirit. The timing couldn’t be worse for this supernatural upset, too—Astra’s relationship with Lothian is on the rocks after she turned down his proposal, and even her best friend Emma is giving her the cold shoulder. As the poltergeist’s antics escalate from harmless pranks to dangerous destruction, Astra races against the clock to uncover the source of the spirit’s unrest and send it packing. But with her personal life in shambles, can she keep her focus long enough to solve the mystery?      AmazonKU

KISSING WITH FANGS (BOSTON UNCOMMON BOOK SIX) by Ashlyn Chase

When her workplace burned down, Claudia Fletcher should’ve taken it as a sign to move on—and not just professionally. She’s been secretly in love with her mysterious boss, Anthony Cross, for years. There’s no way she should agree to help him rebuild if she wants to keep her heart intact, and yet it’s impossible to stay away…The flames that destroyed Anthony’s beloved bar are nothing compared to the heat he feels every time he lays eyes on Claudia. But he can’t have her—it’s against paranormal law for a vampire to date a human. Besides, he has some dangerous enemies, and one in particular already has her sights set on Claudia.     AmazonKU

SCOTTY & JAY’S FIRST HELLISH ADVENTURE (DEARLY AND THE DEPARTED) by L A Kaye

VS Note: Book two in the series is also scheduled to release on the same day. MM PNR.

Scott Locke, an apprentice guardian angel assigned to protect the Gatekeeper hits a run of bad luck. After Scott’s recent review with the Celestial Council, his hopes of being promoted are quickly dashed, due to an injury his charge suffered at the hands of a friend, Detective Jay Frick. Unknown to anyone, the unrequited crush Scott has on Jay Frick makes the Council’s slight a double slap in the face. Jameson Frick, former homicide detective, has been having too many bad days to count. He met an incredible man, only to have the guy fall for an ex-con. His partner in Sacramento P.D.’s Homicide Division is put on desk duty before his impending retirement, leading to Jay being benched as well. Jay’s next assignment, working as an investigator for children’s services, is a job he deplores. Topping it all off, Jay’s been suffering from severe headaches, sleep deprivation, frayed nerves, and the nonstop voices in his head are driving him to madness. When Jay’s spirit gets hauled to Hell, Scott is determined to bring him back. Grabbing Jay’s broken body, Scott begins his pursuit of a healer, knowing if Jay doesn’t have a viable body, he can’t return to the human realm as the man Scott wants to pursue. What will both men encounter during their time in Limbo? Which familiar people will they see there, and who in Hell would steal a broken human body?   AmazonKU

ROARING FLAMES (MATED BY FIRE BOOK TWO) by Katie May

The only way to control the flames is to light the match yourself. For the first time in my life, I thought I had everything I ever wanted—friends, a family, and maybe even a boyfriend…or two. But everything changes when I discover that those closest to me have been keeping secrets. Apparently, humans aren’t the only beings in the world. My new guy friends are wolf shifters, and they’ve claimed me as their mate. How is that possible, when I also have feelings for my childhood best friend Grayson and I’m developing feelings for the aloof, mysterious Ansel? Not to mention my sexy vice principal. My search for answers leads me down a road I’m not sure I can return from. I always assumed I was human, but maybe…Maybe I was always meant to be something more. All I know is that I need to pick a side in the battle to come or the roaring flames will kill us all.     AmazonKU

NEW YEAR’S EVE – OUT WITH THE OLD by Heather Graham

VS Note: Part of the Krewe of Hunters world.

Something is bothering Angela as they prepare for a last day in the office before getting to take New Year’s Eve and Day with their kids, enjoying the historic home they’ve just managed to move into after Christmas. Jackson knows his wife. Then she receives a text from Adam. A body has been discovered. While they can’t save the life of the young woman whose remains have been found, Angela is haunted by an old case. One that came to them early in the year, but appeared to have been the case of a young woman rebelling and taking off for an extended European vacation. Well, Angela can’t get rid of the ‘old’ for the New Year, unless . . .They head out. And in their search for just what might be going on, they’re going to receive some unexpected help. And getting rid of the ‘old’ to welcome the new may never feel quite so good again.     AmazonKU

PROTECTED BY THE GARGOYLE (LOVED BY THE MONSTER BOOK ONE) by Shonna Preston

Celeste Carter’s life was finally starting to fall into place. She could afford a place of her own, go entire days without wondering if she made a mistake in ending things with her ex, and put back a little money into her savings. Things were going well. That is until her coworker sabotaged her work and got her fired for spurning his advances. Now, her apartment is unaffordable, and she has nowhere to go once the rent comes due. When things seem dire, she realizes she doesn’t have to do any of this—not working at a job she hates, not forgoing the things she loves because she’s exhausted from work. She could be done. Garris has been in this city for over a century, and he’s always been ignored—until her. The pretty human that comes to his roof in the evenings and talks at him, has him feeling a connection to something other than his brethren for the first time in millennia. But, when that pretty human is standing on the ledge of his roof, looking like she’s about to end her life, he can’t let that happen. Breaking the strict rule of not letting humans know gargoyles exist, he throws off his stone and snatches her from the edge…(more blurb on ebook seller’s page)      AmazonKU

FAE-RY TALES: A DARK FANTASY by Mychael Black

VS Note: MM PNR.

When the Houses of the Fae collide, the paranormal community is rocked to it’s core…Firewalk With Me (Fae-ry Tales 1) – Kyle Stafford had anything a young man could want, until a single lapse in judgment changed everything. When Roen stumbles — quite literally — into a human sleeping right at his realm’s front door, his duty requires him to take the young man prisoner — back to House Vakeor. Broken Spell (Fae-ry Tales 2) – Kirof, formerly of House Vakeor, has no idea why Wizard Micah Norwood was exiled, but it’s only a matter of time before the wizards or the Dark Fae find them. Desperately trying to keep one step ahead of their pursuers, Kirof finds himself caring far more for Micah than he should. Glamour (Fae-ry Tales 3) – Prince Erilan always performs his duties with unflinching loyalty, but when he meets a Dark Fae scout, his sense of duty wars with his unholy desire for the enigmatic Fae. Lyren of House Kehru prefers covertly spying from the shadows to jumping into forays on the frontlines. What he doesn’t count on is the insanely gorgeous Light Fae who nearly takes his head off with a sword. Dawning (Fae-ry Tales 4) – Arulas is a wolf shapeshifter who lives alone in a cabin deep in the woods. His life is perfect — until he finds the half-dead Dark Fae in the middle of nowhere. He nurses Ren back to health, only to find himself square in the middle of a damn war.

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A DISCOVERY OF HEXES (WITCHES OF HOLLOW CREEK COVE BOOK 16) by Kim Richardson

I’m pregnant. Yep, you heard that right. Pregnant. And while I’m trying really hard not to freak out about that, Hollow Cove is busy preparing for its Headless Horseman reenactment—a big deal around here, apparently. But just as the town is gearing up for spooky fun, events take a real-life terrifying twist. A body is discovered, and carved into it are the words: “Give it back.” Before I can even fully process the fact that I’ve got a tiny, magic-wielding bun in the oven, more bodies start showing up—the kind with creepy messages and a very dead vibe. Suddenly, Hollow Cove feels less like home and more like the set of a horror flick. My aunts, badass witches that they are, seem to know more than they’re letting on, and the pressure’s on to figure out who—or what—is behind the murders before the whole town goes into full-on panic mode. Oh, and did I mention my powers are acting up at the worst possible times? Perfect timing, as always. It’s a race against the clock to stop the killer, keep my baby safe, and maybe, just maybe, survive long enough to figure out how the hell I’m supposed to be a mom. Because in Hollow Cove, the monsters don’t wait—and neither does murder.   AmazonKU

FINDING THE FLAME: A PRINCESS AND THE PEA RETELLING (INTO THE ENCHANTED) by Felicity Wilder

Princess Octavia has everything she needs: a loving family, keen teachers, and her maps. But she knows that as the last of seven daughters, one day she will be expected to marry a Prince. And then, a letter comes from faraway, asking her to meet a Prince. Ember is a strong land, and the people are clever and prosperous. But a plague sweeps the land, one that leaves its victims cold and dark from within. Ember holds a secret: Prince Aric is ailing, and fast. His mother decides to hold a contest in which to find the Princess with the best qualities, the Princess who can steal Aric’s heart.
And so they come.     AmazonKU

WHEN THE WEAVER MET THE GARGOYLE (LEAFSHIRE COVER MONSTERS BOON ONE) by Lila Appleton

I have one talent, and it’s not relationships. It’s weaving. But I have one chance to keep my cozy little life in the magical Leafshire Cove and it’s going to require a partner. I swore off romance—my last relationship was a humiliating disaster. But to enter the mayor’s tapestry contest, and win the contract attached, I need a date, thanks to a ridiculous ancient faerie spell requiring attendants to bring a potential partner. When my frenemy suggests the new watchtower guard, a growly gargoyle named Romulus who never speaks and hides inside a massive cloak, I think she’s finally lost her mind. But said frenemy refuses to back down, and suddenly, the gargoyle and I are forced into a temporary match. Romulus is employed by the mayor so he has no choice but to go. Because of a past issue with his stone magic, he’s dead set on remaining single, so there shouldn’t be a problem. Until we share the wrong pot of tea.     Amazon

STALK OF THE TOWN (THE RHUBARB EFFECT) by JP Sayle and Sue Brown

VS note: MM PNR.

A gruff hermit stalk, a flighty love-heart spitting llama, and trouble brewing faster than a tornado in Valentine; will these two opposites survive the storm and find their happiness? Goliath is minding his own business when he spots the monsters in town. Being a good stalk, he follows them back to their house. There all it takes is one look at the gorgeous llama to know they belong together. Being the quiet and reserved kind, he watches from afar until the attraction is too much. One moment of weakness, and Goliath can’t keep his distance any longer. Waking to find himself mated to a giant stalk, Drew, a dominant llama, finds the quiet nature of his mate very attractive when he’ll do as he’s told—all the time. Except, getting time alone is proving hard when there’s baby drama and a pride member who isn’t too happy to discover he’s got a mate. Whatever comes next?     Amazon

LESSONS WITH THE MOTHMAN (MONSTER SMASH AGENCY) by Kathryn Moon

Elias – freelance consultant to Monster Smash Agency, and prestigiously rare moth fae – has never been in love. Granted, he’s never been interested in the emotion, but with his friends mating with their clients, the new curiosity is keeping him up at night. If only he could find someone to draw him in like the moth to the flame. Victoria is looking for facts not feelings. She wants to understand why the monster species are so much more satisfied than humans, than her. But the handsome mothman who volunteers to aid her academic study wants to stimulate more than her intelligence. She’s willing to explore their physical chemistry, but she wants no part of his designs on her heart. Love can’t be taught, and it certainly can’t be forced, but falling in love with the woman who refuses to let him in might just teach Elias a lesson.

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A SOUL TO HARVEST (A KARA HILDER MYSTERY BOOK 12) by Jenna St James

With the annual Soul and Veil Harvest underway, Kara is busy helping her friends set up their booths for the festival. But when a newly arrived citizen of Mystic Cove turns up dead, Kara must abandon her saleswoman role and step into her PADA detective role. With help from her partner, Zane, the two set out to discover who would want to murder the elderly vampire who seemed down-on-his luck. With more than one shocking twist of events, the detecting duo uncover a web of long-ago secrets and grudges where all the suspects seem to have solid motives to want the vampire dead. Can Kara and Zane unveil the killer before another soul is reaped?     AmazonKU

WINNERS, LOSERS AND CHAMPAGNE KISSES (NEW EDEN ASYLUM BOOK THREE) by JB Trepagnier

The angels are here, but we don’t know what kind of choir we’re dealing with. It’s what we wanted, but Kat has had dealings with them before. There are nine choirs of them. Some are peaceful and can be reasoned with. Others are rather stupid and violent. There’s supposed to be a choir devoted to policing the stupid violent ones, but they all live in a different realm. We need the angels to convince the humans that we’re not their enemy. We just don’t know which kind are currently falling from the sky.     AmazonKU

DEAD SICK (COLD CASE PSYCHIC BOOK 31) by Pandora Pine

VS. Note: MM

What’s worse than being stuck in bed with the flu? Being quarantined with your two best friends. When Ronan O’Mara wakes up stuffy and coughing, his family wants nothing to do with him. Upon hearing the other cold case detectives are sick too, Tennyson suggests the three men bunk together, so no one else gets sick. Over the course of the day, the detectives steal snacks, fight over soup, and share secrets. Will Ronan, Jude, and Fitzgibbon survive being dead sick? Or each other?   AmazonKU

THE PRINCE AND THE BUTTERFLY by Natalina Reis

All Monsters Must Fall – Now that Hú Dié has escaped her glass cage, she craves revenge against her captor more than anything else. But her human half also covets the creature comforts she’s never had. As a butterfly fairy, Hú Dié knows she needs a lot of training before she can face the monster who kept her. Pretty man, Shén Mì meets all her needs—if she agrees to spy on the empress for him. But what does a man with such shallow interests want with the imperial family? Can he be harboring secrets and hiding behind a lie? Must Hú Dié seek revenge on her own? Or can she trust Shén Mì? Either way, she risks losing her freedom—and her heart.

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BABYLONIA: A NOVEL by Costanza Casati

A common woman. The governor she married. The king who loved them both. Babylonia across the centuries has become the embodiment of lust, excess, and dissolute power that ruled Ancient Assyria. In this world you had to kill to be king. Or, in the case of Semiramis, an orphan raised on the outskirts of an empire:  Queen. Nothing about Semiramis’s upbringing could have foretold her legacy. But when she meets a young representative of the new Assyrian king, a prophecy unfolds before her, one that puts her in the center of a brutal world and in the hearts of two men – one who happens to be king. Now a risen lady in a court of vipers, Semiramis becomes caught in the politics and viciousness of ancient Assyria. Instead of bartering with fate, Semiramis trains in war and diplomacy. And with each move, she rises in rank, embroiled in a game of power, desire, love, and betrayal, until she can ascend to the only position that will ever keep her safe.

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DAUGHTER OF CHAOS: A NOVEL (THE DARK PANTHEON TRILOGY BOOK ONE) by A S Webb

For mortals to be free, the gods must fall. In ancient Greece, mortals suffer under the tyranny of the gods—forced to sacrifice the food they depend on, their worldly possessions and even each other at the whims of the Twelve. But an ancient prophecy speaks of hope, of one who will set humankind free. On the island of Naxos, Danae, a fisherman’s daughter, develops strange powers tied to a mysterious tree bearing golden fruit. Driven from her home, she seeks guidance from the oracle but finds only more questions…and whispers of a secret network of believers who have long been awaiting her arrival.  Determined to learn more, Danae joins forces with the legendary Heracles and his crew. Together they battle monsters and gods alike on a quest to the end of the world as Danae seeks the one who holds the key to her destiny. But a terrifying truth is yet to be unlocked. A truth that could destroy the world as she knows it. Danae must choose to follow her destiny or her heart, while the fate of humanity rests on her shoulders.

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FEY REGENCY: GAY DARK ROMANTASY (FEY LORDS BOOK THREE) by S Rodman

All my life I’ve been different. My grandmother proudly declared we were descendants of the Fair Folk. I thought she was batty. Until the fey invaded Earth. And I saw I looked just like them. A fact everyone else also noticed. I had to leave my grandmother all alone. Run, hide and survive. My life was hell, and it was all the fey’s fault. So when I got the perfect opportunity to take a prince out, I seized it with both hands. Except I messed it up and was claimed as a pet. By Prince Tristan Y Mabinogi. A flame haired himbo who is convinced life is about pleasure & gratification and the only reason I’m a moody, grumpy bastard is because I haven’t had enough of either. A status he is determined to rectify. I’d rather die than admit it to him, but he might just be on to something.   AmazonKU

HEAVENLY BODIES BOOK ONE by Imani Erriu

“You know the most dangerous kind of villain? A woman with nothing left to lose.” In a world ruled by the cruel and merciless Stars, Elara has been cursed by fate. A prophecy promises she will fall for a Star, but that it will kill them both. So when Ariete, Star of Wrath, War and Chaos, descends to wreak havoc on Elara’s kingdom, she flees her home—the Kingdom of Night—for the neighbouring Helios, Kingdom of Light. And strides straight into the arms of an enemy prince. Fearing that Ariete might turn his sights to Helios next, Prince Lorenzo is forced to train Elara as a weapon—one worthy of battling against the tyrannical reign of the Stars. But there are shadows even within the Kingdom of Light—and they threaten to reveal the darkness in Lorenzo’s past and the ancient magic that slumbers in Elara’s veins.  And with it all comes an undeniable, star-crossed pull between Elara and Lorenzo that neither can seem to resist.

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WATER MOON: A NOVEL by Samantha Sotto Yambao

On a backstreet in Tokyo lies a pawnshop, but not everyone can find it. Most will see a cozy ramen restaurant. And only the chosen ones—those who are lost—will find a place to pawn their life choices and deepest regrets. Hana Ishikawa wakes on her first morning as the pawnshop’s new owner to find it ransacked, the shop’s most precious acquisition stolen, and her father missing. And then into the shop stumbles a charming stranger, quite unlike its other customers, for he offers help instead of seeking it. Together, they must journey through a mystical world to find Hana’s father and the stolen choice—by way of rain puddles, rides on paper cranes, the bridge between midnight and morning, and a night market in the clouds. But as they get closer to the truth, Hana must reveal a secret of her own—and risk making a choice that she will never be able to take back.

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MONSTER’S MISTAKE (BLACKTHORN ACADEMY FOR SUPERNATURALS BOOK 16) by Laura Greenwood

Turning your fated mate into stone has to be the worst first kiss in history…Nati has always worried about what it would be like to date someone when she has snakes for hair and the ability to turn people into stone. But even then, the last person she intends to date is Meic with his cheesy chat-up lines and too much confidence. Meic has known that Nati is his fated mate since the moment they met, the problem is that every time he opens his mouth, he puts his foot in it. Until he finally tells her that they’re fated. Everything is looking up for them until Nati accidentally uses her gorgon magic and creates a whole host of new problems – one that they’ll only be able to solve if they work together.

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A HEART OF BLOOD AND ICE: A HOUSE OF BLOOD AND ROSES STORY by Laura Greenwood

A vampire assassin doesn’t have any space in her heart for anyone else…or so she’s been told. Trained as a deadly assassin since the moment she arrived at court, Sariah knows that her duty to House Dagworth comes before all else, especially her heart. When Sariah finds herself at the altar opposite the man she most wants to see there, but least wants to kill, she knows that she’s going to have a choice to make. Is she strong enough to let her heart decide? Heart Of Blood And Ice is a standalone connected to the House Of Blood And Roses series. It is a steamy vampire fantasy romance featuring a forbidden arranged marriage m/f romance, and assassins.

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AN HONORED VOW (HALFLING SAGA)  by Melissa Blair

VS Note: LGBTQ Fantasy.

“Your land is not the one you take; it is the one you die for.” Keera has tried to keep her final promise to Brenna, the partner she was forced to kill to save a kingdom—but that promise has led to the most difficult struggles of her life. She’s been at war with her worst self while battling King Damien for the freedom of the Halflings, and she’s lost too many along the way. But when she finally breaks the last seal, unleashing the Fae magic that’s been hidden away for hundreds of years, the conflict seems to be turning in the Halflings’ favor. Meanwhile, Keera’s discovery of a staggering secret about her lover and the kidnapping of one of her closest allies threatens to tip her back into darkness, but she has no time to rest. Opening the kingdom’s magical seals has transformed Keera in ways even the wisest Fae elders could not have anticipated, and the return of an evil thought long vanquished throws their rescue plans into chaos. And with the kingdom’s Halfling population suddenly posing a risk to the crown, the land is plunged into violence as the king begins a new blood purge. Keera and her allies must gather an army to meet Damien’s forces in a final confrontation of epic—and tragic—proportions.

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FOUR RUINED KINGDOMS (THE BROKEN BLADES BOOK TWO) by Mai Corland

The King of Yusan may be the greatest liar of them all. His sister’s ring is in his sights, and he will do anything to get what he wants. Even manipulating the five blades to steal it…Bonded by a common enemy, then divided by deceit, the blades must rely on their skills to pull off King Joon’s pursuit or risk his legendary wrath. A foreign rule of law stands between them and Quilimar, the Queen of Khitan. Now they have one month to steal the powerful Golden Ring of the Dragon Lord. But that impossible task might be easier than trusting one another, even though their lives, their families, and the realms depend on it. They can all agree on one thing: the king can’t win. But can they beat him at his own game? Because for the blades, this time it’s not just personal, it’s revenge. Lies may have torn them apart, but now vengeance will bring them together. The Broken Blades series is best enjoyed in order.      AmazonKU     AB

UPSIDE DOWN MAGIC (GOOD BAD MAGIC BOOK SIX) by Isa Medina

There’s something wrong with Olmeda’s paranormals. First, the fire mage can only produce ice, then one of the wolf shifters can’t shift back to human. What’s worse, it all seems centered around the Tea Cauldron, especially when an out-of-town witch suffers from the same magical issue shortly after stopping by. Turns out, it’s not the first time this has happened in Olmeda, and all the leads point to an old local dark coven. Is a witch related to the past trying to get revenge on the city, or is there a new magical threat targeting those close to me? Owning a witch shop might’ve started as my and grandma’s dream, but its become so much more than that. I might not have huge power at my disposal, but I have Ian, my allies, gumption, and plenty of affirmations to back me up. Whoever is causing all this mayhem better get ready, because I’m not letting my friends or my town down, even if it costs me my shop!     AmazonKU

TAMED WOLF (REJECTED MATES OF THE SHELTER BOOK FOUR) by Kelsey Soliz

Dance for us…It’s not that my mates don’t want me, it’s that don’t want me to be happy. They want me just fine, as long as I continue to make them money and know my station. Technically, they rejected me, and pathetic as it is, being around them daily helps to fill the hole they made in me the day they sentenced me to a life at the shelter for rejected wolves. Or maybe being around them only keeps the hole open. Not sure which is true anymore. At first I stayed because they told me that if I didn’t dance at their club, I’d never see my son again. Then my son grew, and as he did, he learned to hate me as well. Sometimes I see glimpses of the sweet boy that wanted nobody but his mom, but more often than not these days, I only see him when he needs money. I thought this was how I would spend the rest of my life, but I never accounted for the triplet sons of the alpha befriending my son and walking into my club. The second they saw me, it was game over. For my mates.     AmazonKU

OWNED BY THE KRAKEN (MONSTER LOVE) by Imani Jay

You know the hot guy you’ve seen on the cover of magazines dressed in nothing but a tiny swimsuit and gold medals, his ripped body covered in tattoos and drops of water you wanted to lick off? Yeah, that Jay Lafayette. The alpha kraken shifter, the myth, the legend. The GOAT of pro swimming. The one who’s broken every record, then announced his retirement after the last World Monster Games. He’s the new guest at the luxury beach resort where I work! And he’s even hotter in person. All deep-ocean eyes, larger than life, and with a scent that makes this curvy omega parched for a taste of him. And when he speaks? The low rumble of his voice is more panty-melting than a siren’s call. I should keep my distance. Play it safe like I do with any celebrity who stays in our hotel. But when Jay catches a whiff of my scent, hunts me down, wraps his tentacles around my curves, and kisses me with each one of his suckers, I know I’m done for.      AmazonKU

AN ENCHANTED KNIGHT (CURSED KINGDOM BOOK ONE) by Hildie McQueen

Gwyneth “Gwen” Lockhart has a rare and powerful gift—she helps lost spirits find peace and cross over. When she takes on a job at a beautiful Scottish castle, she expects it to be like any other. But when she encounters the ghostly presence of Lord Tristan McRainey, a knight who died centuries ago, something feels different. Drawn to him in ways she can’t explain, Gwen begins to wonder if Tristan is not a ghost at all, but a man cursed and trapped in time by dark magic. Lord Tristan McRainey has been imprisoned for three hundred years, bound by an evil wizard’s spell along with four of his fellow knights. When Gwen enters his world, he’s certain that she holds the key to breaking the enchantment. Confident that he can make her fall in love with him and sacrifice whatever it takes to free him, Tristan has no doubt the plan will work. But what he doesn’t expect is to find himself falling for her first. And as their bond deepens, the cost of breaking the curse may be higher than either of them imagined.       AmazonKU

BEWITCHING THE ORC CHIEF (SILVERMIST MATES BOOK ONE) by Chloe Graves

The most potent magic is sealed with a bite. Miranda – All I wanted was one night of normal after a year of… avoiding my former coven. Instead, I got an orc chief who took one look at me and growled “mine.” One scorching night later, I wake up in his village—which is definitely not what I had in mind for the morning-after. Now I’m surrounded by suspicious orcs, trying to keep my magic under wraps, and fighting an inconvenient attraction to my very large, very possessive “host.” But hey, at least my familiar likes him—the traitor. Osen – The clan elders demand I take a mate to secure my position as chief. I didn’t expect fate to hand me a witch who makes my blood burn and my instincts roar to mark her again. And again. Our shaman spits venom about dark magic, while my uncle circles like a vulture. But when my brother lies bleeding out and her forbidden power yanks him back from the brink, I know I’ll burn down tradition to keep her. Then her coven tracks her to my mountains, and I discover exactly what kind of darkness my mate has been running from. They want to drain her magic and steal her power—but they’ll need to go through me first. My mate. My witch. And I’ll destroy anyone who tries to take her from me.     AmazonKU

BONDED (THE GRIMM LAWS) by J L Youngblood

Once upon a time, it all started here …Sacrifice is the price we pay for peace in our village. Wisteria de Avalonia hates this mantra and everything it stands for. Her father was sacrificed to the dragon that terrorized her village when she was seven years old. Now, as the village braces for the next sacrifice, Wisteria is gripped by terror—not only for herself but also for her beloved mother. She harbors a dangerous secret. She possesses powers both awe-inspiring and fearsome—powers that could destroy everything she holds dear. When the unthinkable happens, Wisteria is thrust into a world of betrayal and magic, where the line between good and evil becomes increasingly blurred, and the power she harbors threatens to consume her. The stakes get higher when she falls in love with a prince whose twin brother is determined to have her at all costs. Accustomed to being bested by his barely older twin on the battlefield, fair-haired Aalexander with his bookish inclination and patrician features wonders if he has what it takes to be king. He just might with the help of Wisteria whose violet eyes and raven-colored hair become the substance of his dreams. Battle lines will be drawn. Love will be tested to the limit as two brothers vie for the crown and the allegiance of one woman. In the end, there can only be one king.     AmazonKU

HER ALPHA BODYGUARD’S SECRET  by Krista Lark

Who is he? After a trip home, a mysterious bodyguard appeared by my side, assigned to protect my safety. That was my father’s instruction,as he was worried about bad luck coming my way because of my roommate’s unexpected death. But wait—having him move into my apartment, living and eating with me? I don’t think I can accept that. Yet, my protests were in vain. I have to admit, with him around, my sense of security is greatly fulfilled. As the rumors of murder cases steadily increases, I accidentally uncover the secret about my cold guard, my dear dad and even myself. What is happening to this world? I thought the serial killer was just an ordinary human with a severely disturbed mind. But physical changes are telling me something else—there is a world beyond human understanding, and I’m clearly one of them. Even so, the murderer still lurks among me and those around me. This will require all of us to work together, and maybe, just maybe, I’m ready.   AmazonKU

MOONLIT FATE by Lindsey Devin

Aria Winters is the future alpha of the Silver Claw pack, marked by the crescent moon birthmark that ties her to an ancient prophecy. The prophecy speaks of a time when two shifters—one of power, one of rebellion—will unite, and with that union, they will either calm the raging flood or unleash disaster upon the world. But Aria’s future is already written. She is bound by duty to marry Larkin, a mate chosen for her, and fulfill the legacy of her bloodline. That is, until Atticus, a rogue wolf with a secret connection to her prophecy, crosses her path. Their meeting ignites a spark neither of them can ignore, pulling them toward an uncertain future. As the prophecy draws them together, Aria must face the terrifying truth: her union with Atticus could either bring salvation… or bring the world crashing down.      AmazonKU

TEMPTING HER DRAGONS: EMBRACING THE BOND by T D Edwards

Saphira is a dragon shifter hiding behind a mask. She has lived around the world without a place to call home until her brothers find their mate. As she settles in a town filled with shifters and vampires that she now calls family, she does her work in secret. She uses her fire to rid the world of men who take advantage of the weak, eagerly showing them what happens when they abuse their power. She doubts she can trust whoever the universe chooses for her mate, so she gives little thought to having one; she didn’t expect two. Kingston is curious why his friend sent them to sit outside a club across the state. Shade is one of the three people he trusts, but his patience is being tested. King can feel the power swirling in the town and can sense dragons in the area; he is unsure how friendly their reception will be. It has been years since he has been around another dragon except his brother; their brotherhood was born as children but formed in blood. Maverick doesn’t understand humans and would rather stay in the dark. Kingston is the brother he chose and would follow him anywhere. He is a green dragon, and his animal is vicious and unsociable, as is his human side. He can feel the shifters surrounding him and would rather be home, not waiting for a mysterious reason, in a place that contains too much power. They have hoped to share a mate, so once they scent Saphira, they are determined to alleviate her fears and be the men she shows all her sides to. Can the brothers earn Saphira’s trust and accept every part of her?      AmazonKU

REJECTED AND PREGNANT BY MY FATED ALPHA  (FORBIDDEN ALPHA KINGS BOOK NINE) by Vera Fae

I met my fated alpha mate, and then he rejected me. Now I’m carrying his secret pup in my belly. When the Moon Goddess revealed me to be Alpha Damion’s mate…I couldn’t believe it. He was the most powerful, wealthy alpha in our pack. Then he rejected our bond, and it shattered me to a million pieces. But my pain wasn’t enough for him. Now I’m being sold like cattle, a prize for the highest bidder. And the worst part? I’m carrying his pup.Everyone in the pack wants me to break–
But I’m done being the weak one. Damion left me for dead. But I’ll show him what it means to lose. Soon, Damion will be the one who bows to me.       AmazonKU

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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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RISKING HER HEART (RED PLANET FATED MATES BOOK NINE) by Miranda Martin

A forbidden love, a deadly mission, and a passion too fierce to deny. I was never supposed to end up on this desolate, sun-scorched planet. And falling for Zas’tu—a powerful alien dragon-man with burning eyes and a warrior’s heart—wasn’t in the cards either. But when survival—for me and every last human left—means trusting him, I don’t get a choice. He calls me his treasure, and no matter how hard I try to keep my distance, I can’t ignore the way he sets my soul alight. The cult-like Order he escaped is hunting us, determined to claim me and the other human women for their twisted purposes. Now, Zas’tu and I must brave the brutal desert, battling its relentless dangers and the ghosts of his past to find a new haven. The stakes? Everything we hold dear—and a love I’m terrified to admit is real. With enemies closing in and hearts on the line, will we find salvation—or lose everything to the sands?     AmazonKU

ALIEN OF THE FUTURE (A NEW HOME BOOK THREE) by A G Wilde

Donna – I’ve been burned too many times to believe in fairy tales. So when this golden-eyed alien, Tovan, shows up claiming I’m his destined mate, I’m not buying it. Sure, he’s gorgeous and infuriatingly persistent, but I’ve got a farm to run and a life to live. I don’t need some whirlwind romance complicating things. So, why does my heart race every time he’s near? Tovan – From the moment I saw her, I knew. Donna Johnson is my kahl, my destined mate. She’s everything I’ve ever wanted: strong, passionate, and beautifully stubborn. But she denies our connection, pushes me away at every turn. I must prove to her that our love is real, that we belong together. For without her, my life, my existence, will never be complete.     AmazonKU

GRULEN: SVESTI FATED MATES BOOK SEVEN by Wavy Martin

Former slave meets recovering amnesiac and new memories are made. Thirty years ago, the Zuvgran released a virus that killed most Svesti females and rendered the remainder infertile. The Svesti initiate first contact with Earth when their scientists discover that humans and Svesti can interbreed. Humans may be able to save the warrior species that has been protecting Earth’s region of space for a century. Morgan can’t catch a break. Kidnapped and forced into slavery by aliens, rescued, then she was kidnapped again and experimented on by the Zuvgran. She’s not looking for love, just some peace to recover. Grulen suffers from amnesia. He knows he has an important mission, but he can’t remember what it is.       Amazon       Kobo

FRACTURED UNITY (THE LADY BANE BOOK TWO) by Rachel Ford

An AI whistleblower. An ancient conflict. A faltering Union. When the Union’s new AI, Groundbreaker, releases troves of data revealing deep corruption and crime within the Union and her member planets, the fallout is immediate and widespread. Leaders are toppled, governments overthrown, and longstanding bonds broken. The Union has never been more vulnerable. So when a terrible scandal on Kudar threatens to spawn intergalactic war, sundering any hope of reconciliation between member worlds once and for all, the admiralty enlists the help of The Lady Bane and her crew to find a peaceful resolution. It’s a political minefield, where one wrong step can impact the fate of billions. But when terrorists start targeting the crew, the danger becomes personal.   AmazonKU

A DELICATE CONQUEST: EXQUISITE FEVER DUET BOOK TWO (DARKSTAR MERCENARIES) by Anna Carven

It was supposed to be a straightforward assignment. Mavrel Yrixis had traveled to Earth to assist his boss, former High Commander Jerik Garul, in meeting his biologically determined mate. With the exception of a few minor human-related incidents, the mission had gone to plan. Jerik found his mate—with the assistance of Mavrel’s extensive technological expertise. Mavrel never expected he would encounter a human who sparked his interest. In the face of difficult circumstances, Bea had charmed him with her confident demeanor, effortless beauty, and a smile as radiant as Earth’s sun. He can’t stop thinking about her. Even worse, his Mating Fever has been triggered, and there isn’t a single thing he can do to stop it. He isn’t ready for this. He needs to find a way to stop it before it interferes with his plans. But nature has other ideas, and there’s only so long that one can fight the inevitable, especially when the other party is so infernally tempting—and seemingly willing.     AmazonKU

HER ALIEN GUARDIAN (GALACTIC DISCIPLINE) by Emily Tilton

After she is freed from captivity aboard a Vionian ship, Tessara is given as a gift to a huge, fiercely handsome alien warrior who will have the right to use and enjoy her as he pleases. Though he is kinder than the brutes from whom she was rescued, Tessara’s new master quickly proves himself more than ready to …(more blurb on ebook seller’s page)      AmazonKU

SAVED BY THE BARBARIAN WARLORDS (STOLEN PLANET BOOK SIX) by Charmaine Ross

Drowning wasn’t on my agenda when I woke up this morning. Neither was being hunted by reptilian monsters or rescued by three impossibly gorgeous aquatic warriors. But here I am, fighting for survival in an alien ocean while my body undergoes changes I never wanted. Calder, Eryx, and Riven claim I’m their fated omega—their destined mate. They say the bonding light that connects us proves it. I’ve spent my whole life avoiding attachments, but now my traitorous body craves their touch with an intensity that terrifies me. Living among the very beings who tried to kill me isn’t exactly ideal. But when ancient betrayals surface and centuries-old deceptions unravel, I might not have a choice. We never dreamed we’d find our omega in the depths of the Great Oceans. Izzy is everything we’ve waited for—fierce, independent, and carrying the power to either unite or destroy our world. Time grows short as we discover our most trusted advisor has been orchestrating our people’s downfall for centuries. The ulgix’s grand scheme threatens not only our world but Izzy’s home planet Earth as well. Their armies gather, and their true intentions emerge. We have mere days to rebuild alliances with our lost people, earn our mate’s trust, and forge a bond strong enough to withstand the coming storm. The fate of two worlds hangs in the balance, and only our fated connection with our omega can tip the scales. But first, we have to convince her to let us in. Before everything we love drowns in darkness.     AmazonKU

THE FIRST ALPHA KING (ALPHA GENESIS: A DARK SCIFI ROMANCE SERIES) by Belle Knock

Ivy, dearest. You thought I was harmless. You thought the disease turned me into a monster. You didn’t know I was a monster all along. I will conquer the world to have you. The laws say I shouldn’t have you, so I’ll change the laws. I’m sorry, dear. The disease didn’t change me. It allowed me to show who I already was. -Oleander     You’re a freak, Oleander. Why did I ever trust you? You’ve become a monster. You’ve ruined my life. You’ve held me prisoner. And now, you ask for my love? Don’t make me laugh. -Ivy     AmazonKU

TERRAN PASSIONS by Echo Ishii

Two novellas of the Terran Republic Universe – Terran Temptation – Dr. Annalisha Montague has earned a glowing reputation as a Terran scientist. She has also attracted the attention of two men, a senator who wants her for her bloodline and a Terran commander who wants her heart and soul. Will she choose to honor her bloodline or her heart? Terran Seduction – Diana Aventina is a ranking senator serving the Terran Republic. Her lineage is one of power and influence. She’s courted by powerful men for a bloodline match, but hasn’t found anyone suitable. Power means sacrificing everything for a higher cause, even love. Brennus is a legendary commander picked to lead all the armed forces. On the mysterious wintry world of Sobek he’s discovered a weapon that may change the future of the Terran Republic. His star is on the rise, and he wants a powerful woman like Diana by his side. But the weapon might not be all it seems. And a new line of Terran soldiers threaten the stability of the Republic. Brennus and Diana can’t fight their desire for each other, but they may lose the Republic in the process.   AmazonKU

STALKER by Athena Storm

I came to Alpha Centauri Station to kill a monster. Not to get tangled up with his daughter. Maryse is fire wrapped in sweetness, with a sharp mind and curves that make it hard to focus. She’s forbidden, dangerous, and everything I can’t afford to want. But when she lands in my arms, all bets are off. I’m here to end the man who ruined my life. But now I’m fighting something bigger. The pull to claim what’s mine. I can destroy anything in my path. But this force she wields? It will destroy me. What is it? Love.     AmazonKU

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VS: I’m in the mood for highlighting my scifi romance gladiator series! KYDEN is the first book in the Badari Gladiator series…

KYDEN: BADARI GLADIATORS SERIES BOOK ONE by Veronica Scott

Kyden is the top ranked gladiator in the Five Systems but he’s hardly there by choice. Unscrupulous guards faked his death in the lab where he was created and sold him into slavery in the galaxy’s hinterlands. He has no idea where his home is or how many years have passed since he was condemned to a life of endless combat. Kill or be killed is the rule and a Badari never gives up. He’ll fight to stay alive until the Badari goddess sees fit to decree his death.

Elara Vasclavian is the daughter of a senator, as far removed from the life of a gladiator as a noblewoman can be until through the machinations of a political enemy, she ends up in terrible jeopardy. Abducted and given to a group of drunken gladiators for their amusement the night before the games, Elara vows to put up a fight but there’s no real hope of saving herself. Until Kyden steps in, responding to the goddess’s commandment to protect those who are smaller and weaker. And discovers she’s his fated mate.

Rescued, Elara returns to her life of privilege but she can’t forget the man who saved her life. The gulf between their places in the Five Systems is unbridgeable, no matter how much Kyden longs for even a glimpse of her in the arena audience. No matter how much she feels the pull to be by his side. As matters stand, they cannot be together…Or can they?

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CURSED (COURT OF ISLES BOOK ONE) by Gina LaManna

Allie Wells is many things: Doctor. Runaway bride. Fae. Except for two huge problems: She doesn’t believe in magic. The Fae were killed off centuries ago. Alessia “Allie” Wells is a woman of science. She doesn’t believe in things like werewolves and vampires, sparkly or otherwise. Until her wedding day, when a darkly alluring man appears and kidnaps her in the middle of her glamorous Upper East Side nuptials, whisking her away to a magical island. As the weeks pass, Alessia struggles to accept this new world—an enchanting land rife with fascinating creatures—and her place in it. She soon learns of the curse that is holding her new island captive…and killing everyone on it. Only a true Fae can break the curse. Which is impossible, seeing as Fae have been extinct for centuries. When Alessia discovers that she is the only remaining full-blooded Fae in existence, she accepts her responsibility to save the island, and everyone on it. The longer Alessia stays, the more she falls in love with her new home. For the first time ever, she feels like she belongs. Not least of all because of the intensely powerful man who has slowly been capturing her heart…But if Alessia can’t undo the curse holding this island hostage, then none of it will matter—because she’ll lose everything she’s come to love.     AmazonKU

BATTLE FOR THE SHADOW PRINCE (A BARGAIN WITH THE SHADOW PRINCE BOOK TWO) by Genevieve Jack

My shadow prince was wrested from my arms and dragged through a portal, and I don’t know who took him or why. Damien showed me my power as a woman and as a mage, and he means everything to me. He built me back up after my ex tore me down. And now he’s gone. I’ll stop at nothing to free him, but when I learn the vampire queen is responsible, things get complicated. The subterranean city of Night Haven isn’t accessible by humans, and even the most powerful magical creatures in my life won’t dare challenge the vicious and bloodthirsty Valeska. Everyone tells me there’s nothing I can do, that I’m not strong enough to free him. They tell me to give up. But I’d rather die than live a life without my mate. So there’s only one thing I can do. To save my monster, I must become one too.

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RORY (THE CALHOUN BROTHERS BOOK ONE) by Minerva Howe

VS Note: MM PNR.

When Rory moves up the mountain to live with the wolfpack he’s been supplying with food and necessities for years, he’s feeling a little… bereft. His dragon friends have disappeared, and his brothers don’t need him at their trading post. He tries to find a purpose, helping anyone who needs it inside the pack. And then an injured wolf he’s never seen before limps into his life, shot by either a poacher or a rival pack, and Rory knows he’s something special. Fen is wounded in his heart as well as his body, on the run from wolves who broke up his small pack, and shot by an unseen enemy. When he limps into Rory’s life, he’s just trying to survive, but he knows he’s been given something special in Rory. He has a mate. Too bad he’s just a carpenter and not a growly warrior who can protect Rory from all the stuff that’s about to come down on the Uinta mountain pack. Can Fen and Rory make it work when the pack is at risk?   AmazonKU

ADRIFT IN CURRENTS CLEAN AND CLEAR (WAYWARD CHILDREN BOOK 10) by Seanan McGuire

Nadya had three mothers: the one who bore her, the country that poisoned her, and the one who adopted her. Nadya never considered herself less than whole, not until her adoptive parents fitted her with a prosthetic arm against her will, seeking to replace the one she’d been missing from birth. It was cumbersome; it was uncomfortable; it was wrong. It wasn’t her. Frustrated and unable to express why, Nadya began to wander, until the day she fell through a door into Belyrreka, the Land Beneath the Lake–and found herself in a world of water, filled with child-eating amphibians, majestic giant turtles, and impossible ships that sailed as happily beneath the surface as on top. In Belyyreka, she found herself understood for who she was: a Drowned Girl, who had made her way to her real home, accepted by the river and its people. But even in Belyyreka, there are dangers, and trials, and Nadya would soon find herself fighting to keep hold of everything she had come to treasure.

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THE CAPITAL OF DREAMS: A NOVEL by Heather O’Neill

Sofia Bottom lives in Elysia, a small country forgotten by Europe. But inside its borders, the old myths of trees that come alive and faeries who live among their roots have given way to an explosion of the arts and the consolations of philosophy. From the clarinetists to the cabaret singers, no artist is as revered as Sofia’s brilliant mother, the writer Clara Bottom. How can fourteen-year-old Sofia, with her tin ear and enduring love of ancient myths, ever hope to win her mother’s love? When the country’s greatest enemy invades, and the Capital is under threat, Clara turns to her daughter to smuggle her new manuscript to safety on the last train evacuating children from the city. But when the train draws to a suspicious halt in the middle of a forest, Sofia is forced to run for her life and loses her mother’s most prized possession. Frightened and alone in a country at war, Sofia must find a way to reclaim what she has lost. On an epic journey through woods and razed towns, colliding with soldiers, survivors, and other lost children, Sofia must make the choice between kindness and her own survival.

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THE DRYAD STORM by Laurie Forest

Who can survive the Shadow storm?  Black Witch of prophecy Elloren Gardner Grey has unleashed her powers and embraced her legacy as a Dryad and guardian of the Forest. But the losses—of life, of love—have been almost too great to withstand as the Shadow continues to devour the world. With only a tattered shred of hope remaining, the Bearers of the Wand of Myth must battle their way back to each other to mount a final stand. But Elloren and her allies are not only facing Mage Vogel’s advancing forces—the armies of the Eastern Realm will stop at nothing to see the Black Witch struck down.  With Elloren’s bonded mate prophesied to kill her, Shadow demons rising, and the ties between allies unraveling, can this fracturing world unite to face down the coming storm?

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IN LOVE AND DEATH by Aldrea Alien

VS Note: MM Romantasy

In one day, Dylan’s whole life was destroyed. In one night, he may have found the beginnings of a new one. Still grappling with the loss of his home, Dylan has no choice but to head for Wintervale. His one solace is in travelling the same direction taken by the enemy. But the truth behind the attack on the spellster tower suggests things aren’t as clear-cut and the enemy may well be closer than they thought. Crossing the kingdom also means remaining in the presence of Tracker, the King’s Hound who Dylan’s repressed desire refuses to let out of his head. The man’s gentle protectiveness, coupled with his flirting, certainly doesn’t help. It taunts him with ideas of the night they shared in the tower becoming something more, a thought that is no less ridiculous than remaining unleashed. After all, it’s a hound’s job to escort or kill spellsters. They do not disobey orders. They do not falter. And they do not fall. Especially not in love.     AmazonKU

IMMORTAL by Sue Lynn Tan

The young heir to a mortal crown, Liyen ascends a precarious throne when her grandfather dies, vowing to end her kingdom’s obligation to the immortals and take vengeance against those she feels responsible for his death. When she is summoned to the Immortal Realm, she seizes the opportunity to learn their secrets and to form a tenuous alliance to safeguard her people, all with the one she should fear and mistrust the most: the ruthless God of War. As they are drawn together, a treacherous attraction ignites between them—one she has to resist, to not endanger all she is fighting for.  But with darker forces closing in around them, and her kingdom plunged into peril, Liyen must risk everything to save her people from an unspeakable fate, even if it means forging a dangerous bond with the immortal… even if it means losing her heart.

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MOTHER OF ROME by Lauren J A Bear

The names Romulus and Remus may be immortalized in map and stone and chronicle, but their mother exists only as a preface to her sons’ journey, the princess turned oath-breaking priestess, condemned to death alongside her children. But she did not die; she survived. And so does her story.
Beautiful, royal, rich: Rhea has it all—until her father loses his kingdom in a treacherous coup, and she is sent to the order of the Vestal Virgins to ensure she will never produce an heir. Except when mortals scheme, gods laugh. Rhea becomes pregnant, and human society turns against her. Abandoned, ostracized, and facing the gravest punishment, Rhea forges a dangerous deal with the divine, one that will forever change the trajectory of her life…and her beloved land. To save her sons and reclaim their birthright, Rhea must summon nature’s mightiest force – a mother’s love – and fight. All roads may lead to Rome, but they began with Rhea Silvia.

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A SEA OF UNSPOKEN THINGS: A NOVEL by Adrienne Young

James and Johnny Golden were once inseparable. For as long as she can remember, James shared an almost supernatural connection with her twin brother, Johnny, that went beyond intuition—she could feel what he was feeling. So, when Johnny is killed in a tragic accident, James knows before her phone even rings that her brother is gone and that she’s alone—truly alone—for the first time in her life. When James arrives in the secluded town of Six Rivers, California, to settle her brother’s affairs, she’s forced to revisit the ominous events of their shared past and finally face Micah, the only other person who knows their secrets—and the only man she has ever loved. But as James delves deeper into Johnny’s world, she realizes that their unique connection hasn’t completely vanished. The more she immerses herself in his life, the more questions she has about the brother she thought she knew. Johnny was hiding something, and he’s not the only one. The deeper she digs, the more she is compelled to unravel the truth behind the days leading up to Johnny’s death. Ultimately, James must decide which truths should come to light, and which are better left buried forever.

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ATOP THE TREES, BENEATH THE MOUNTAINS (UPON HER DIVINE BODY BOOK ONE) by SM Reine

VS Note: MM fantasy.

When he’s called to a distant tower, Esor an Amen believes he’s taking an ordinary teaching job. Instead, he finds a dangerous family with ancient secrets…and a dark lord obsessed with him. Lord Corvin stalks Esor through shadow and controls his every movement. Though Lord Corvin is set to marry a lady, he makes it clear there is only one prize he desires: Esor bound in his bed forever. The Dwarven Warlord approaches the port city. No army can stop him. He seeks a hostage as revenge, and he will not settle for less than Lord Corvin’s lover. But there is more to this pursuit than Lord Corvin will reveal. They will tear the world asunder for his heart.

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THE STARLIGHT HEIR by Amalie Howard

“His Imperial Majesty King Zarek requests your presence as his esteemed guest.” When the gold-dusted court invitation arrives at Suraya Saab’s forge, she believes it’s a joke. Nobles might seek her skills as a bladesmith—one of few who can imbue her work with precious jadu, the last source of magic in the realm—but she has no qualifications as a potential bride for the crown prince. Still, the invitation is the chance at adventure, and the means to finally visit the capital city her late mother loved. But what awaits her in Kaldari is nothing she could have imagined—and fraught with danger. It’s not the crown prince, but his impossibly handsome, illegitimate half-brother, Roshan, who captures her interest…and her ire. The invitation isn’t a quest to find a suitable bride, but a veiled hunt for the Starkeeper—a girl rumored to hold the magic of the stars in her blood. And across the city, unrest is brewing between the noble houses and the rebel militia. When the rebels attack, Suraya and Roshan find themselves on the run, trying to deny their simmering attraction and the knowledge that Suraya herself might be the Starkeeper. But Roshan is guarding secrets of his own. And with no control over the power stirring within her, Suraya has drawn the attention of a dark god, an immortal whose interest might be the biggest threat of all.

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WAY OF THE WOLF (MAGNETIC MAGIC BOOK ONE) by Lindsay Buroker

You can only escape your destiny for so long…It’s been more than twenty years since tragedy prompted Luna Valens to walk away from her pack. Scarred by her past, she’s done her best to lead a normal human life. Thanks to a potion that suppresses her magic, nobody around her has a clue that she’s a werewolf. Until…Her potion supplier disappears, her family reestablishes contact, and a mysterious werewolf with a metal detector and a penchant for calling her my lady saunters into her life. As if all that weren’t enough, someone from her past is trying to kill her. Someone dangerous. To survive and figure out what’s going on, Luna will have to once again embrace her power. But, after so long, will she be able to summon the wolf?      AmazonKU

RITE OF BLOOD AND PATIENCE (HOUSE OF BLOOD AND ROSES BOOK FOUR) by Laura Greenwood

Beatrice never expected waiting for her wedding was going to be hard. Beatrice thought that learning how court politics worked was hard before, but now she’s discovering what it means to be a future princess, while juggling living with her brother’s new wife, and trying to build a relationship with Linc, she realises she’s only just scratched the surface. Rite Of Blood And Patience is book four of House Of Blood And Roses. It is a fantasy romance series full of vampires, court intrigue, and a slow burn hidden identity arranged marriage m/f romance.

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WHERE THERE’S SMOKE: MM PNR (ELEMENTALLY YOURS BOOK FOUR) by F N Manning

When fire meets water, can love extinguish the turmoil? Argyle is more familiar with schools of fish than a college education. Half-water nymph and half-human, Argyle is building a life on land for the first time at age 42, which includes taking classes in order to help others with his magic. But when his studies hit rough waters, he partners with an irresistibly hot fire mage for tutoring. Samson knows how to bring the heat. The 26-year-old fire caster seems interested in Argyle despite their age difference and he’s quick to flirt, but the man has trouble opening up about his own magical issues. And while the chemistry between them is undeniable, their fire and water powers clash, creating only smoke. Just as their bond begins to blossom, trouble brews under the surface in Argyle’s seaside home. Cruel magic poisons the water and threatens Argyle’s family. Argyle and Samson may be the key to combating the damage, if they can find a way to unite their conflicting elements. Will their connection save everyone, or will it all go up in smoke?       AmazonKU

HOWLING WITH WOLVES (JAMES PACK BOOK NINE) by Lacey Thorn

Emma…Starved and beaten by my father, I was sure death was close. Then a rescue was followed quickly by loss. I’m taken away and tossed at the feet of the James Pack. One brother dead. One brother missing. One brother I never knew existed. None of those things dampen the need that fills me when I’m confronted with two males who both have me screaming one word. Mine. Anthony…
I knew she was mine the moment she appeared. Her scent wrapped around me, calling my wolf. Mate. I’d protect her, avenge her, and never allow her to be hurt again. Donovan…She called to the soul of my wolf. Every bruise and mark awoke a primal force within me. I’d prove my worth as a mate by spilling the blood of all who’d harmed her.

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KINGDOM OF FAEWOOD (FAE OF WOODLANDS & WILD BOOK ONE) by Krista Street

On the Silten continent, I’m the only fae who can walk the Veiled Between. My rare power is immense and dangerous, so the authorities have entrusted me to my guardian who controls my potent magic with an enchanted device. To avoid the device’s searing punishment, I submit to a dutiful life. Until one terrifying night everything changes. I’m taken captive by the ruthless Dark Raider—an outlaw wanted in all four kingdoms, who hides behind a mask, and has a body created for sin. But the Raider whispers a promise I can’t resist—use my magic to find who he seeks, and he’ll obliterate my chains.
Finally, the freedom I’ve craved is within my reach. Yet finding who he hunts plunges me into a game of deceit among the kingdoms. After uncovering truths I was never meant to know, I’m caught in a web of betrayal, and if I can’t find a way to break free, I’ll have simply traded one imprisonment for another.      AmazonKU

SLEIGHBELLS WITH SATYRS: GREETINGS FROM MONSTER TOWN by Evangeline Priest

Sleighbells with Satyrs is a sweet yet spicy novella set in the Obsidian Rift universe. It’s part of GREETINGS FROM MONSTER TOWN, a multi-author, small town, monster romance series. Each story can be read as a stand-alone romance.       AmazonKU

TAKEN TO THE DEADLANDS (STOLEN DEMON BRIDES BOOK ONE) by Ella Mae

From Elle Mae comes a spicy sapphic novella series where super-powered humans are kidnapped and sold at demon auctions. Who knew faking seeing ghosts could send me straight to hell? Literally. One moment I was in my shop, minding my business, and the next a crazy winged lady knocked me out and the next time I woke up, I was in the demon realm. Turns out, humans with special abilities are highly valued… because they taste better. When they forced me out on that stage, I was prepared to be eaten. What I didn’t prepare for was a hot yet exceedingly annoying demon to buy me. She says she wants help and needs my powers to do so… but what happens when she finds out it’s all a lie?     AmazonKU

BETTER LUCK HEX TIME (MOONSTONE BAY COZY MYSTERY BOOK 15) by Amanda M Lee

Moonstone Bay is in a tizzy. Not only has a new village been discovered—it was hidden by magic for hundreds of years—but family members long thought dead are back and infiltrating lives that had changed in their absence. It is not all smooth sailing. Hadley Hunter is trying to keep things under wraps but she’s as excited to explore the village as anybody. There’s just one little problem. How did a body make it into the village when it was magically warded to keep people out?
A local shifter is dead and Hadley and her merry band of paranormal powerhouses are on the case. She thought the village had given up all of its mysteries. What if she was wrong, though? Hadley’s dreams are being haunted, her future uncertain, her friends in turmoil. Is it an old enemy coming back, or is someone new—someone terrible—on the horizon? Hadley is about to find out. She’s not going to want to hear the answer. Nobody is.     AmazonKU      AB

FERRETING OUT THE SHADOWVEIL AMULET (DAME OF THE MIDNIGHT RELICS BOOK SIX) by Brenda Trim

The day started with what I’d call an average “Save the Trees” episode—except these trees come with their own dark, twisty secrets etched into their bark. So here I am, Nylah, part-time relic hunter, full-time sarcasm wielder, knee-deep in ashes trying to figure out why magical runes are decorating my wildfire. My partner-in-crime, Kaiya, and I are no strangers to the supernatural, but let’s just say it’s not every day your average wildfire doubles as a rune-inscribed puzzle box. Cue the magical link to Aeira, our resident Fae and elemental whiz, because clearly, this is above my pay grade. While she’s usually good for a spell or six to clear things up, today’s advice is more “watch out for dark magic” than “here’s how to extinguish enchanted fires.” Super helpful, right? As we dodge flaming branches and smoke thicker than the plot of this mystery, we’re piecing together clues that suggest something—or someone—with a flair for the dramatic and a desire for destruction is toying with us. And not in the fun, “let’s play a game of magical hide and seek” kind of way. So here’s the deal: stick with me through a tale of fire, magic, and family drama as thick as the smoke surrounding Asheville. We’ve got runes, relics, and a possible supernatural arsonist on our hands. Just grab a frosty beverage first; it’s going to be a hot one.      AmazonKU

MERRY IN MOONVALE (MOONVALE MATCHES BOOK THREE) by Hailey Blackwood

A holiday novella set in the charming, magical town of Moonvale. Enjoy another glimpse into the lives of the characters we know and love. Sugar, spice, and everything nice (and also baby dragons). With Merry Day right around the corner, the folk of Moonvale are preparing for the holiday while hoping to avoid any more magical mishaps—especially because magic has finally returned to the realm, throwing everyone off-kilter. Ciders are flowing, pastries are baking, and gifts are being prepared. But Kizzi brought three elusive dragon eggs to town, and miraculously, they’re hatching. Can Kizzi and her best friend Fiella keep the dragons contained and save the town from destruction, or will Merry Day be ruined? Merry in Moonvale is a Moonvale Matches novella that takes place after the events of Love Letters & Thirst Tonics and Cauldrons & Cat Tails.      AmazonKU

FROSTBITE, LOVEBITE (HARPER VALLEY WITCH BOOK TWO) by Megan Derr

VS Note: MM PNR

With Valentine’s Day approaching, Match is looking forward to being a mushy, romantic cliché with the boyfriend of his dreams. The fight to get his pay increased hasn’t been going well, and he’s long fed up with the bitter cold of winter, but snuggling with Ronan after a day spent picking herbs and flowers is pretty good compensation. Until he returns to his apartment only to find an eviction notice, despite having done nothing to merit it—and then the town is struck by a deadly Jack Frost, and the Guard goes to work in earnest to stop it. But when he stops at shop after shop for help, for food, as he works through the day and night, Match is turned away and thrown out by people he thought were his friends.

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DARK HOPE (A CARPATHIAN NOVEL 38) by Christine Feehan

Silke Vriese Reinders knows a war is coming. The demon slayer has seen it over and over again in the cards—and the battle won’t just be for the survival of her remote village, but for all mankind. Silke knows the only way to win will be with the help of the Carpathians. A fact that fills her with trepidation, as she is fated to be the lifemate to one of the ancient supernatural warriors—bound to a complete stranger and responsible for his soul. One of the oldest, most dangerous Carpathians, Benedek Kovak is more beast than man. Locked away for centuries, the only thing that has stopped him from becoming one of the monsters he’s sworn to defeat is the thought of his lifemate. When Benedek senses the impending danger, he sets out to find her before it’s too late. But their enemy has laid a trap that pushes him closer to turning than ever before. For so long Benedek has felt nothing. Now, some dark art is compelling him to indulge in cravings he thought long buried. He has no hope that anyone can restore what’s left of his tainted soul, but Silke is nothing like he imagined. Perhaps she’s strong enough to fight back the darkness. Perhaps together they can defeat an adversary hell bent on destroying them all.

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THE FIRST CURSE IS THE DEEPEST (A RETURN TO MAGIC COZY MYSTERY BOOK EIGHT) by Lily Harper Hart

When a young girl goes missing on the way to her bus, Maddie Graves-Winters goes searching and finds the sort of mystery she never wanted to uncover. The girl, crying and shaking and talking about a monster, is okay when Maddie finds her. What they discover with the girl isn’t, however. When Maddie and her husband Nick were in high school, three teenagers went missing. Everybody assumed they fled to Detroit for some fun and never came back, but it turns out, they never left Blackstone Bay. The new case seems to coincide with the old case but nobody can figure out how. Even when Maddie calls in her friend Ivy Morgan to help, there are more questions than answers. Blackstone Bay always felt like a safe place to live. Now Maddie isn’t certain. On top of that, her son is having dreams where he’s lost in dark woods. They’re the same dreams Maddie is having. The same monsters haunting them both. When the unthinkable happens and another girl goes missing, the clock starts ticking. Can Maddie save the day, or will the past ruin the present all over again?     AmazonKU     AB

BULLY ALPHA’S SECRET BABY (STARFIRE HOLLOW ALPHAS BOOK ONE) by Lyra Atlas

My brother’s best friend was my tormentor…and impregnated me with his secret baby girl…He bullied me for being a fat outcast, and made a bet to take my virginity. Years later, he’s the Alpha. When he hears I’m a psychic witch, he claims me back. He forces me to become his mate…not knowing that he’s my secret baby’s daddy…He used to call me fat, socially awkward, and physically weak. I resent him for how brutally he took me, then rejected me. I resent my heart for falling for him. Everyone knows that relationships between Alphas and shiftless outcasts like me are forbidden. Yet he forces me into a mating ritual with him, and I have no choice but to obey. He’s rich and arrogant, and used to getting what he wants. So when he wants it, my body spreads itself helplessly out on the mattress for him. When he wants it, my plus-size curves expose themselves, to be taken advantage of by him. But when he finds out my baby girl is his, will he claim us as his little family? Or will the Alpha reject his mate again?     AmazonKU

BRING ON THE BROCCOLI: REAL WEREWOLVES DON’T EAT MEAT 7 by Karenna Colcroft

VS Note: MM PNR.

Finally back in Massachusetts, vegan werewolf Kyle Slidell hopes for a peaceful life with his mate, Anax Tobias Rogan. But the pressure of ruling all werewolves in the United States is getting to Tobias. Kyle worries that the gentle, compassionate man he fell in love with is becoming like the previous Anax: a power-mad ruler who is all too eager to kill. An old friend comes to Tobias for help in rescuing his mate from an abusive Alpha. As the extent of the Alpha’s crimes comes to light and the Alpha flees, Tobias sentences him to death. And he seems all too eager to carry out the sentence. As they and their guards search for the fugitive Alpha, Kyle will do anything to ensure that the power within Tobias doesn’t take control—including becoming the Anax’s enforcer.     AmazonKU

THE VENGEANCE OF ALARI: A REALMS OF ELSWYTH STANDALONE by Willow Asteria

The sea isn’t always bluer on the other side.When Calliope seeks out the truth about the history of the royal family of the mer, she learns she can transform into a human. She travels through a portal to the human realm of Elswyth, leaving behind her life as a princess. On the other side of the portal, she is greeted by her long lost uncle, Arik. Her mother kept everything about him a secret, so she is surprised when her uncle steals her magic and leaves her to die. With the return of The Delmari, a dangerous sea monster, Killian Darksea travels to the island where it all began to finish what his grandfather started. He is shocked to find a woman stranded on the island that the monster claims as his own. The two quickly realize they have more in common than expected—specifically, they discover that their enemy is one in the same. Calliope teams up with the Darksea pirates to get vengeance on the man who stole everything from her. When her uncle conjures a storm and threatens to drown the world, will the little mermaid and the pirate Captain be able to stop the rains before it is too late?   AmazonKU

DARK HOURS by Linda Mooney

After eliminating the ruling family of Noranye, Gola’s next and true target for revenge is the dead king’s commander of the Royal Guard, Centurion Kayge d’Bayar. However, she doesn’t want to outright kill him. No, the witch’s plan is to utterly destroy him mentally and emotionally by going after the one true love of his life, Emers Ammin of Deccatar. And she will use every dark power at her disposal to do so. But first she must find where the newly married couple has escaped to, and she doesn’t care who she has to torture to get that information, even if it is the priest who married them.

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FORGIVING MY CHUCHUNYA (SNUGGLING UNDER SNOW DRIFTS BOOK FIVE) by Marilyn Barr

Hannah – I’m trapped in a horror movie and I’m not ‘final girl’ material. Blame Mercury retrograde, but against my better judgment, I took a position as a traveling nanny—the Canadian Arctic can’t be too cold in the summer, right? Not even my tarot cards could predict my employer would book the cheapest, shadiest tour operation to guide us. Our buses now rust on the bottom of the Arctic Ocean and my rescuer refuses to return me to the group. Did I mention he’s disguised as a yeti? Yeah, he’s eccentric but there isn’t another soul for miles, so I’m stuck with my warm and fuzzy companion. Gleb – Kidnapping, chasing, and hoarding our mates are ingrained in Chuchunya culture. The clan leaders support males who claim human women as mates. However, when I drag Hannah from the freezing ocean’s depths and nurse her to health, the leaders declare I must return her to her pleasure mate or face shunning. She’s my dushevnayasvyaz and belongs in my home, not with a human who can’t protect her from the dangers of the Tundra. I’ll never give her up, so we are shunned…alone under the permafrost…with her pleasure mate at the bottom of the ocean where I left him. Will Hannah and Gleb survive without the support of the Chuchunya clan, or will his primitive lifestyle break her spirit? Will their dushevnayasvyaz hold them together when Hannah discovers what happened to her boyfriend, Jack?     AmazonKU

HOW TO HACK A HELLHOUND (HELLHOUNDS OF PARADISE FALLS BOOK TWO) by Shannon Mae

VS note: MM PNR.

Quinton – Getting kidnapped and held hostage in a human trafficker’s basement was not on my bingo card. Getting rescued by a paranormal being was also not on my bingo card. (Apparently I needed to trade in bingo cards.) The guy who took me may be dead, but I know there are more people behind the operation, and I plan to shut it down. If I need to get the help of one of the creepy glowing eyed dudes to do it, I will. It turns out Liam is incredibly sexy and really good with technology, too. He may be great at hacking into computers, but I’m determined to hack my way into his life. Liam – Ever since I looked into the feisty human that Dexter rescued from a basement, I’ve been a little… obsessed. Is it wrong that I watch him all the time and hack into all his technology? I’m just trying to keep him safe. After all, he’s sticking his nose into some troubling areas, and I can’t deal with the thought of him getting taken again. Of course I offer to help him when I discover his mission to take down a trafficking ring, although my motives aren’t exactly pure. The little human attracts me in a way that I can’t explain, and my hellhound thinks he’s mine, whether he wants to be or not.   AmazonKU

BOUND TO THE ORC WARRIOR (BRIDES OF THE MOON BLADE CLAN BOOK FIVE) by Krista Luna

My new witch powers tether me to the grumpy orc. I can’t get more than twenty feet away from him! When I storm out of my ex’s engagement party, a meddling goddess whisks me away to Faerie and marries me to a massive grump of an orc. As if that’s not enough, I can’t leave his side without my teleportation magic throwing me straight back into his arms! I dreamed of leaving my small town and traveling, but I never imagined anything like this. I feel like I landed in one of the books I love, with fated mates and close proximity dialed up to eleven. Wranth’s gorgeously muscled body and exciting air of warrior prowess sure don’t hurt any either. Then there’s his swoon-worthy vow to protect me. I’m supposed to reopen the doors of Faerie and return magic to Earth—if enemies don’t stop me first. It’ll also break the tether and allow me to go home to friends and family. But the longer I’m with Wranth, the harder it is to picture life without him.     AmazonKU

BETRAYED MATE (REJECTED FATE TRILOGY BOOK ONE) by Jen L Grey

My fated mate betrayed me, leaving me broken and alone. As the future second-in-command of my pack, my destiny was clear—until the leader of a rival pack rejected our bond, shattering my heart and destroying my world. But his cruelty didn’t stop there. He unleashed a brutal attack, slaughtering everyone I loved. Barely escaping with my sister, we were hunted, wounded, and desperate. Swept into a raging river, I thought death was inevitable—until Ryker, a dangerously sexy shifter cloaked in shadows, pulled me from the water. Ryker isn’t my savior. He plans to leave me broken and vulnerable, but his pack intervenes, offering protection and a promise to help me find my sister. Yet Ryker’s ruthless nature and untamed power terrify me as much as they captivate me. As secrets unravel and our connection deepens, I realize our bond could destroy us. To survive, I must risk everything, including my heart, and do the one thing I swore I never would—trust Ryker, even if it means confronting the darkness within us both.      AmazonKU

A SECRET CRUSH VALENTINE’S (HOLIDAY SHIFTERS OF FROST MOUNTAIN) by Lisa Daniels and Scarlett Stone

Escaping death twice in sixteen years? Now, that’s real luck. Then again, it means I’m accident-prone.
Not exactly the type of gal you’d ask to the Valentine’s Day dance. I just wish my high school crush had asked me…Before we fell through the ice and he disappeared forever. Was I a goner when my plane crashed on Frost Mountain sixteen years later? Nope. Bumping into him was the real shocker. This sizzling dragon shifter can’t possibly be the same guy I lost in high school…Except it is. He’s bigger, hotter, darker. A real survivor. But crashing on Frost Mountain couldn’t possibly have been good luck…Valentine’s Day is approaching, and once again, we’re on thin ice. The Collectors are everywhere. They’re ruthless marauders who steal rare items and kidnap creatures on the mountain. And they’ve got a new target…ME.     AmazonKU

HOW TO RESCUE YOUR SURPRISE BABY (CLOSET BABY CHRONICLES BOOK EIGHT) by Anna Wineheart

VS Note: MM MPREG PNR.

Telos has a secret he’s taking to his grave. Instead of the small, vulnerable men he’s supposed to want, he can’t stop thinking about a certain broad-shouldered shifter in his alpha friend group. The man he’s on a rescue mission with. Of course, Mav hates his guts. Mav scoffs at Telos’ dinosaur forms; he doesn’t catch on when Telos flirts with him. He’s annoying and aggravating, and he’s totally Telos’ type. F*ck his life, right? When an old hookup calls Telos to tell him he’s a dad, and that his new baby has just been kidnapped, everything gets more complicated. Why is Mav looking at him strangely? Why is Mav offering to help with the baby? It doesn’t make any sense. Telos is just falling deeper in love with him. And his heart is going to shatter by the end of this.     AmazonKU

ASHES TO ASHES by Lexi Ostrow

One stolen kiss is all it will take to burn it all to ash. Ashe found herself chained to a demon, sold to pay off her stepmother’s debt. All she wants is her freedom, and there’s nothing she won’t do to get it. Including embrace the advice from an honest-to-goodness angel. Leviathan, Prince of Envy, wants only one thing – to be the envy of every subject in every realm. He’s realized he needs a wife to do it. With the angel’s magic transforming her, Ashe has one night to steal a kiss from Leviathan if she wants her freedom. That kiss won’t come easy, and both have to decide what they’re willing to burn to ash to achieve their goals.      AmazonKU’

THE WAR WITH WINTER (SOLSTICE SHIELD BOOK FOUR) by Kacey Lee and Becky Tama

Trapped. Cold. Alone. We were meant to save Winter, and instead we lost him. Haru, Summer, Otto and I are doing everything we can to get him back, but I have my reservations. He may no longer know how to cook, but he smiles! I want him to remember me, but the pain of the past might not be worth. So, now I must choose, use Dr. Smith and get my Winter back or risk losing him and the seasons forever.     AmazonKU

SPELLBOUND by Laurel Richards

A powerful spellcaster, Hex works as a field agent for the State Watchmen Occult Division. When a museum curator is murdered with fangs and claws, he’s sent to investigate. Local law enforcement is convinced that Sarah is the culprit. She’s a recently turned shifter and an employee of the museum who was seen arguing with the victim. Hex isn’t so sure she’s guilty, though, and not only because he’s captivated by her. Sarah is no ordinary shifter, and this is no ordinary case. A break-in at the museum, magic artifacts, and a trail of dead bodies point to something sinister. Hex and Sarah team up to hunt for a powerful relic and the people who will stop at nothing to get it.

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WAITING FOR ETERNITY (LOCH & KEY SERIES BOOK TWO) by Alyson Root

VS Note: FF PNR.

Erin Hanson thought the hardest part was behind her…With Amelia by her side, Erin finally has a chance at the eternal love they once thought impossible. But as Erin’s thirtieth birthday approaches—and with it, the deadline for her transformation from human to vampire—the certainty of their future starts to unravel. Mysterious changes in Erin make her transformation dangerously unpredictable, threatening the life they’ve dreamed of sharing for eternity. Desperate for answers, Erin and Amelia travel to the shores of Ireland, seeking guidance from the only known couple to achieve a successful human-vampire bond. There, they stumble upon an ancient prophecy—a legend of a vampire who can restore sanity to the Fallen. Could Erin’s changes be tied to this myth? As they uncover secrets that could change everything they know, their journey may not only decide their happily ever after but also shape the future of both the human and vampire worlds. With tensions rising between both worlds, and enemies lurking in the shadows, Erin and Amelia must navigate a web of deception that could alter the fate of both species forever. But one major question looms: Is the world ready for what their bond might unleash?     AmazonKU

PUPS AND POISON (VAMPIRE VETERINARY MYSTERY BOOK TWO) by Sedona Jade, Amy Stake and Sedona Ash

I’m ready to sink my fangs into this new mystery and do whatever it takes to solve it… as long as it doesn’t involve stakeouts. Everyone knows stakes and vampires just don’t mix. After hiring a new vet tech, things at Sunny Days Animal Clinic are running smoothly. Well, as smoothly as they can, considering the chaos our paranormal patients cause on a weekly basis. I was relieved to finally get a day off, and when Detective Ryder asked me to walk his adorable pup Benny, I was happy to do him a favor in exchange for puppy kisses. A visit to the new dog park seems like a wonderful way to spend the afternoon, but Benny proves he has the chops for detective work by uncovering a dead body. And it isn’t long before the poisoner proves they don’t plan to stop at just one murder.   AmazonKU

TYR (SPEED DATING WITH THE DENIZENS OF THE UNDERWORLD) by Rebekah Ganiere

A battered heart. A fierce protector. A battle that could steal his soul. Tyr, Norse God of War, has spent the last thousand years trying to keep his emotions under tight control—because if he has a bad day, so does everyone else. But when an old friend comes to him for help, Tyr can’t help but promise to keep his friend’s daughter safe. Celeste is half-angel, half-demon, and has been taught to keep her psychic abilities to herself. But when her mom sells her to a drug dealer as payment for a debt, she finds herself on the wrong side of the man’s fist. As Celeste’s father goes to deal with his ex and her drug-dealing boss, Celeste is left in Tyr’s care. The problem is Celeste makes Tyr feel things he’s never felt in the eternity of his existence, and the longer she’s with him, the harder he fights to keep her safe from the man hunting her—and from himself. Will Tyr be able to protect his heart? Or is he doomed to fall for the enchanting Celeste?

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STONE (GRIFFIN BROTHERS BOOK SIX) by Kathi S Barton

Stone Griffin thrives on order and purpose, balancing his life as an elementary school teacher with his ancient legacy as a wolf shifter. But when a chance encounter hurls him into the orbit of Sage Tigner, a fiercely independent woman on a reluctant rescue mission, his iron control begins to crack. Sage has no time for complications, especially ones that involve supernatural creatures and the secrets they keep. But as danger closes in and Stone’s protective instincts awaken, Sage discovers there’s more to life—and love—than she ever imagined. Bound by fate, Stone and Sage must learn to trust each other and the fate that binds them. Can a lone wolf find his mate and the courage to embrace his destiny? And can a woman who’s always stood alone accept that sometimes fate knows best?

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SPIDER DEMON’S KISS: DARK MM PNR (MAFIA ALPHA SIHIFTERS BOOK ONE) by Alex McAnders

VS Note: From DEC 21. 

I never expected to get married, especially not to the deadliest man in the Sato clan—a creature who thrives on chaos and may already be plotting my demise. But when loyalty to my pack demands a sacrifice to unite our families and seize control of New York’s supernatural underworld, I have no choice. Kuroi Sato isn’t the silent assassin I expected. Instead, he’s a storm of disobedience, dangerously unpredictable, and too alluring for his own good. Born from a curse that nearly shattered his father’s empire, he’s a spider demon who needs structure, discipline, and a firm hand—mine.
Every whispered secret points to Kuroi spinning me as his next victim, but my instincts say otherwise. Beneath the chaos lies a man desperate for control, even as he fights to submit. Together, we’re a deadly combination—but will it destroy us both?  In a world where loyalty is power and blood is currency, I’ll either tame Kuroi—or die tangled in his deadly web.      AmazonKU

MIDNIGHT AUTO PARTS  (THE BODY SHOP BOOK THREE) by Hailey Edwards

The whole dying thing sucked, but Frankie isn’t going to dwell. She’s focusing on the positive. She’s alive. Ish.Her family is safe. Her business is booming. She’s even got a boyfriend. Everything is coming up roses in Thunderbolt, Georgia. Until a client decides she needs more time and makes a run for it in her loaner body. Too bad for the client, the last thing Frankie does before a loaner hits the showroom floor is microchip them for this very reason. Finding the runaway soul will be a piece of cake. Or it would have been if she hadn’t bumped into Carter, who’s working a case that gets tangled up in Frankie’s repo. Missing women. Stolen cars. Alien abductions? The only way to get Frankie out of trouble is to help Carter uncover who’s behind it all. And pray the answer isn’t her client.   AmazonKU

FAE RECKONING  (ROYALS OF EMBERMERE BOOK FIVE) by Lucia Ashta

Defeat the queen and reclaim the realm—or all is lost forever. Despite beating the queen at her own wicked game and completing the Fae Heir Trials, the tyrant refuses to hand over the crown. Instead, she claims she’ll rule forever. Using corrupt blood magic, she’s made herself immortal. As true mates, Elowyn and Rush are supposed to be in this fight together. But the queen has stolen Rush’s memory. When she needs him most, Elowyn can no longer rely on the warrior drake who’d do anything to protect her. With the queen in pursuit, Elowyn has no choice but to run, abandoning him to the queen’s evil clutches. Any hope for the salvation of their world falls squarely on Elowyn’s shoulders. She is the true heir to the royal throne, daughter of the rightful queen. She’s been chosen by the dragons themselves for a grand destiny. Her friends have come to see her as their realm’s only hope. But Elowyn’s destiny has been hidden from her all her life, and now she must master the magic she should have learned as a child when there’s no one to teach her. If she doesn’t, her mate bond will be destroyed, and the friends and dragons she’s sworn to save will all die. The Mirror World itself will fall to eternal darkness. The queen has made a single, fatal mistake, however. She believes she’s already won. While Elowyn wasn’t learning to use her magic, she was learning how to fight—and how to win. The Fae Heir Trials might have ended, but the battle for the Mirror World has only just begun.    AmazonKU

FROSTING AND FAIRIES (SUGAR SNACK WITCH MYSTERIES BOOK SEVEN) by Danielle Garrett

A romance book festival comes to Winterspell, but not everyone is feeling the love. Small-town journalism isn’t exactly a thrill ride. Between PTA meetings and bake sale bulletins, I was drowning in monotony. But when I begged my editor for a juicier assignment, I should’ve been careful what I wished for. Enter the Summer Lovin’ Book Festival. BOGO deals on paperbacks with a side of beefcake, as five hunky models vie to become the next Captain Riker Bones, the shirtless swashbuckler adorning Grandma Rose’s favorite bodice-rippers. Sure, a little eye candy never hurt anyone, but ten minutes of watching grown women cry over washboard abs has me wishing I’d volunteered to write up the waste management ordinances instead. But when one of our would-be pirates turns up dead in his hotel room, my puff piece transforms into a full-blown murder mystery. And the plot thickens faster than my family’s famous buttercream when a poison-laced cupcake from Sugar Shack is found at the scene. Now I’m racing against time to catch a killer, clear my family’s name, and keep Grandma Rose from sailing into the sunset with one of the wannabe pirates. Someone pass the rum.     AmazonKU

AN UNWITTING BARGAIN by Grae Bryan

VS Note: MM PNR.

Never give your name. Never accept a gift or favor. Never eat the food of the realm. Benny is having the best summer ever. He’s made a new friend, and now he’s getting an extended vacation at a private island. And sure, his buddy didn’t ask Benny’s permission before taking him there, but what could be so bad about exclusive sandy beaches and a free stay in a fancy villa? Helio is having the worst time of his life. Here he’s gone to all the trouble of kidnapping a human to the fae realm, and the man doesn’t even have the decency to be afraid. Benny’s broken all the rules, and Helio has a right to keep him, but his prey doesn’t even realize he’s been captured. Is this human messing with Helio, or is it truly possible for one man to be so damned oblivious? An Unwitting Bargain is a 15K novella featuring an oblivious himbo human and the morally gray fae he’s accidentally driving a wee bit mad. There’s a kidnapping that goes unnoticed, a magical villa with a crush, and an extremely wholesome human who just wants to make his new friend happy.     Amazon

THE PACK’S DOCTOR by Cooper

Yara Ellis is a medical student, hiding in a human university while she studies to become a doctor. Unlike most students, Yara is majoring in human medicine, veterinary medicine, and minoring in zoology. Since the packs are constantly at war, she knows that there are never enough doctors to help injured pack members. She’s been on her own for several years, escaping from her previous pack and making her own way in the world, hoping to one day return to her roots and become the premier doctor of the packs. Warren Hill is an Alpha, caught up in the constant wars that abound between the packs and the battles that are never-ending. He’s a young Alpha, strong and powerful, but because of the constant fighting between the packs, he’s never been able to find his mate. One day when Yara is letting her wolf run, she comes across Alpha Warren, caught in a bear trap. She’s heard of this, packs leaving traps so that other pack’s members will get caught and either die a slow death or are easily killed. Warren is in his wolf form, unable to shift without ripping his leg off. Yara carefully springs the trap, releasing him from his metal capture. However, Warren recognizes her as his mate and when his pack arrives, he’s unwilling to leave her behind. Yara doesn’t want to return to Warren’s pack but is unable to fight against the Alpha. When she hears that the one who desperately wants her, the one she ran to get away from, is now Alpha of his pack, she realizes that the safest place for her may be with Alpha Warren, even if he is her mate and even if he is unwilling to ever let her go.

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POWER OF DRAKEN (FATED TO THE DRAKEN RIDERS BOOK ONE) by Alex Lidell

ROWAN – I’m an alchemist, not a soldier. But when your mother is an ambitious war hero and your rare magic is the key to defending the kingdom from draken-riding fae, you don’t get a choice. So here I am—gritting my teeth through brutal drills, hiding the growing dizzy spells, and wondering how much more my defective body can take before it breaks. Then the three most powerful men claim me for their squad, and my world tilts. Kai, Kyrian and Logan are gorgeous, cold, and far too dangerous. Their every glance is a challenge, every touch sparks heat I can’t ignore. It feels like fate is pulling us together—whether I’m ready or not. But the trio hides dangerous secrets. They are fae. Enemy agents sent to steal my magic and tear apart all I’ve swore to protect… and I may already be too deep to escape.     AmazonKU

THE WITCHY WOOD AND THE WYRDLY WISE (WONKY INN BOOK 19) by Jeannie Wycherly

Lawks a lordy! Whittlecombe’s villagers have found an anonymous corpse on the village green!
They can’t talk about anything else. Well … apart from rumours of sightings of strange antlered creatures roaming the countryside at night, that is. They point their fingers at Whittle Inn and mutter under their breath about witches and witchcraft. Meanwhile Alfhild Daemonne, our favourite wonky witch, has her hands full. Her inn is full to bursting and something odd is happening in Speckled Wood. It’s weird, it’s witchy and it’s definitely wonky!     AmazonKU

TAKEN BY THE FAERIE (TAKEN 8) by Megan Slayer

Thaddeus Maguire is a vampire. He can’t remember the last time he felt young, vibrant and alive. He’s made choices he regrets, but when one of those mistakes comes back to haunt him, he’s forced to face his past. The only place a hungry, beaten vampire can heal and recharge is the best sanctuary for anyone paranormal. Eerie. When he forces himself through a portal to his hometown, he lands at the feet of the most beautiful flame-red haired Faerie he’s ever seen. The moment he looks up at Tasia, he’s in love. But who could love a broken vampire? Tasia isn’t afraid of the damaged vampire, and she’s determined to make him see he’s more than his mistakes. Can they outrun his past and find a future before his biggest mistake destroys them? Love is possible when you’ve been taken by the Faerie.

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STORM’S MISTAKE (NO WOLVES ROAD BOOK TWO) by Sam Crescent

Lisa was never going to forgive him. After falling in love with an Alpha, giving herself to him, and seeing a future with him, Lisa had her heart crushed. He was only using her. She was not a wolf, so she wasn’t good enough to be his mate. Breaking up with him, was the only thing to do. Shadow wasn’t ready to end things with her. From the moment he first saw the human, he knew he wanted her. What he didn’t expect was to fall hard and fast. But she’s no wolf. She can never be his mate. Then why can’t be bear the thought of losing her? His mate was supposed to be another wolf. But Lisa did something to him, and now he cannot stop thinking about her. He has to do something to win her back, to gain back her trust. When he finds out she is pregnant with his child, he knows this is the only chance he is going to get to make things right. Lisa never intends to forgive Shadow. Being around him, day after day, it gets harder to keep him at arm’s length. And the truth is, does she really want to? What harm is there in forgiving?

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BLAZING REACTIONS (MATCHMAKER’S BOOK CLUB BOOK SEVEN) by Milly Taiden

When Dr. Asher Andrews—a brilliant but gravely ill scientist—risks everything on a dangerous lab experiment, she never expects her boss to become her mate. Now that Asher’s DNA has mutated, she’s gone from quietly dying to suddenly burning up with attraction for the one man who she’s tried to keep at arm’s length. Balancing her failing dragon form and the sizzling desire tethering her to him is tough enough—especially when he’s a drop-dead gorgeous billionaire dragon shifter who’s used to calling the shots. Talon Draker has it all: wealth, power, and the kind of commanding aura that makes everyone take notice. Leading an ancient dragon clan and protecting its secrets would be simpler if his latest biotech acquisition hadn’t landed him face-to-face with a no-nonsense scientist who’s not about to let a life-threatening condition slow her down. Now, Talon’s grumpy dragon is obsessed with Asher—and as the heat between them boils over, keeping things purely professional becomes impossible. Thrown into a whirlwind of betrayal, and snarky banter that could spark a forest fire, Asher and Talon must unite to stop Talon’s treacherous brother from seizing Asher’s newly altered DNA. Between her sassy comebacks, his overprotective alpha instincts, and a world on the brink of upheaval, their chemistry is impossible to ignore—and so is the mate bond forging between them. Can a determined scientist and a fiercely possessive dragon shifter forge a future under the weight of modern dangers, or will the secrets of Asher’s transformation scorch their chance at a happily ever after?     AmazonKU

THE BLACKSMITH IN MY TAVERN: TALES OF BLEAKNESS (COVETED PREY BOOK 16) by L V Lane

I’ve been in love with the local blacksmith for as long as I can remember. With his big, capable hands and acres of shoulders that I can’t help but admire. Only he’s older and a widower. To him, I am nothing but a too-young, too-bold tavern wench. He has rejected my every advance. But his eyes tell a different story. No matter, I’m cursed to be stubborn. I’m determined to claim my blacksmith and his heart, whatever it takes. The Blacksmith in My Tavern is a short story that follows the HEA of Betsy and Heath, whom we first met in The Wolf in My Tavern.     AmazonKU

GIFTED TO THE FROST KING: A MONSTROUS HOLIDAY SERIES BOOK ONE by Charlotte Swan

VS note: From DEC 24.

Dove Kline has been preparing for this day since the moment she turned twenty-five: the day she and the other unmarried people her age are left out in the freezing snow to await him. The Frost King. The last time he took a human tribute from their small provincial town has been lost to time. Yet this barbaric tradition remains in the hopes that the harsh winters that plague their land will finally be lifted. Dove expects this offering to be like all the others, and she’ll return to her loving mother and sister before the sun sets. Those hopes are quickly dashed when he appears. The Frost King is a legend—a monster that lurks in the deepest, darkest parts of her nightmares. Yet, the figure before her, atop a magnificent white horse, is alluring. Numb from the cold and the shock of seeing such a creature, Dove is powerless to resist as The Frost King breaks from tradition and claims her. Together, they ride away from all she’s ever known and cross over the cursed Frost Mountains. There, Dove learns there may be more to The Frost King than meets the eye. One minute, he is hot, burning with such unbridled intensity for her—only to turn cold the next—as if two different males exist within him. Locked inside his castle, Dove must uncover the secrets he holds dear if she ever wishes to leave this place. An ancient curse. A burning cold. A temptation he shouldn’t give into. This human is different from all the others he’s seen over the centuries. She tempts the parts of him that remember the male he once was—not the beast he’s been transformed into. With time quickly running out, she may be his last possible chance at salvation. Will she succumb to their burning passion and help thaw his frozen heart? Or will the deadly curse turn their fledgling bond into ice?   AmazonKU

A SNOWSTORM AND A STRONGHORN (EVERSHIFT HAVEN BOOK FOUR) by Aurelia Skye and Kit Tunstall

I, Fiona MacLean, am a lost soul trying to find my way—and I never expected to stumble into a magical town or into the arms of a seven-foot-tall Minotaur. After my mother’s death, I set off on a road trip through Montana, looking for…something. I didn’t know what until a freak snowstorm caused my car to crash and led me straight to Bram Stonehorn. He’s a gentle giant with the face of a bull, the patience of a saint, and the ability to make me question everything I thought I wanted in life.
Trapped together in his cozy cabin while the blizzard rages outside, Bram teaches me survival skills, wins at chess every time, and slowly chips away at the walls I’ve built around my heart, but when the storm clears and I’m introduced to Evershift Haven—a hidden town full of magic and chaos—I have a choice to make. Do I leave behind the enchanting world I’ve discovered and the Minotaur who’s already claimed my heart? Or do I embrace the magic, mayhem, and love that Evershift Haven has to offer?     AmazonKU

THE BOOK OF NAMES by Alex J Hodson and C W Mercedes

When Cassidy Ashwood is nearly killed by werewolves on a full moon, but mysteriously spared, her life takes a turn. Suddenly, Cameron Adolpha, the CEO of the company Cassidy works for, begins to show interest in both her and the crescent moon birthmark on her wrist. While she is drawn to Cameron, her involvement with him could jeopardize her career goals, and hinder her from a longing closeness with her late mother. Cameron has many titles, one being the alpha of a powerful werewolf pack. He is willing to do anything to put an end to a twisted tradition known as The Book of Names—a body count list that is forced upon all of the males in the werewolf bloodline. When Cameron learns that Cassidy unknowingly can help him do this, he’ll go to any length in order to reach his goal. “The Book of Names” is a Dual POV experience filled with a yearning romance, healing from family trauma, and secrets that unfold and reveal truths for Cassidy and Cameron. Will they be able to navigate these shifts together while also fighting a greater enemy?     Amazon

THE WITCHWOOD BOYS DID ME DIRTY by C M Stunich

These forgotten witches aren’t too wicked to fall for. A coven of shadows with a curse on my heart and my house. They bake f*cked-up cupcakes in my kitchen and unalive influencers in my front yard. These men make zombies out of their own relatives, and a panting mess out of their own wife. The Witchwoods are a violent stain on the world. Eradicating that blight is worth the dirty, rotten things we do. With a second coven’s sacrifice, we can close the gate. Locking the Hag Wytch in her supernatural prison has to be easier with more witches. Bet nobody wants to help me in exchange for cumcakes, huh? The Witchwood Boys Did Me Dirty is a reverse harem/why choose romance (meaning one woman with three men). It’s a dark, sensual romantasy with a splash of campy horror. Inside, you’ll find graveyards, romps in dark woods, and confessions of undying love.   AmazonKU

BLOOD WOLF: A BRIDE FOR THE BLOOD LORDS NOVELLA (THE INFERNO UNIVERSE BOOK THREE) by Alessa Thorn

Feared by both wolves and vampires, the last thing Thor expected was to have a wolf fall at his feet and ask for help. He shouldn’t get involved in pack politics, and wargs shouldn’t have mates, but one hit of her scent, and every part of him knows that this she-wolf belongs to him. Nicola was raised an Alpha’s daughter, but nothing since her father’s death has gone right. The new pack leader has kept her imprisoned, trying to force a mating bond with her so she won’t share the secret she uncovered: the wolves want to start a war with the vampires, and she will do everything she can to stop it.
When her inner wolf leads her to Lord Thor, Viking vampire and scariest bastard alive, she knows that with his help, she can take down her old pack before they tear Inferno apart. It’s taboo for wolves and vampires to mix, so the fact that Thor is her fated mate and makes every part of her burn is just something else the pack will want to kill her for. The wolves are about to get a lesson in what happens if you mess with Thor and his wargs. You play Viking games, expect to win Viking prizes, and Thor isn’t going to stop until Nicola is safe and his forever.     AmazonKU

COVETED: A PSYCHIC VISIONS NOVEL by Dale Mayer

So, what happens when one desperately wants something but can’t have it? And what happens if that person puts plans into motion to get all that is coveted? And… what happens to the innocent victims along the way? Kylie Oakwood is a new police sketch artist with an amazing talent but also a very secretive past. She’s desperate to make a good life for herself and to forget all about the tragedy in her life. Not that it’s easy being in the one field she should most likely avoid. Detective Porter Hanson takes note of the nightmares in the back of this young woman’s eyes, but it’s so easy to forget when he sees her artwork and how well she handles the witnesses. She’s a unique personality, and that rubs others in the department the wrong way. But, for him, something about her brings out his protective instincts. The trouble is, he cannot figure out why he is supposed to be protecting her—or maybe that should be more about who, or better yet, what? Especially when weird things start happening around her.

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UNWILLING QUEEN (KINGDOMS SERIES BOOK ONE) by Lexie Winston

Colbie Karridge lives in the neutral zone and is perfectly happy running her bakery, creating delicious, sweet treats for both humans and shifters alike who venture into the shared area.
Her life is simple, but she thought she was happy. Until now, she has forgone friendships and relationships with the opposite sex in the pursuit of success, but with that success comes the realisation that her life is empty. Sure, she has her mom, but her mom, an in-demand fashion designer, has managed to have friends and suitors as well as a booming business. Colbie wants that too. It’s the coronation year for the new shifter King or Queen, and both human and shifters are buzzing with excitement which spills over into the neutral zone. An early morning walk to the bakery and a surprise in the alley behind her shop, changes everything. Colbie’s life is never going to be the same again, and she may have bitten off way more than she can chew.     AmazonKU

BEGINNING FATE (ARC NEXT CLASS BOOK ONE) by Julie Trettel

Denny doesn’t want to grow up or ever leave the comfort and safety of Archibald Reynolds College. It’s his home and there’s no place else he’d rather be. in contrast, Lauren was forced to grow up quickly. The majority of her life she has been the sole caretaker and protector for her deaf sister. Now her sister is all grown up and off to Archibald Reynolds College. Lauren has no idea what her future may hold, but it certainly isn’t the sexy, flirtatious tour guide they’re assigned at orientation who just happens to be her one true mate.      AmazonKU

WILD IVY (KINGS OF THORNFIELD BOOK THREE) by Eve Newton

Love. Vengeance. Finality. I’ve always been the hunter, but now I’m also the hunted. Every clue we unravel entangles us further in a web of power and deception stretching far beyond the university. In this supernatural game of cat and mouse, love is our most potent magic and our greatest weakness. The fight for our immortal happily ever after had better be worth the price of our souls. This is a dark paranormal academia reverse harem with plenty of TWs. This takes place in an entirely fictional world set in the UK.      AmazonKU

THE VANISHING BOOKSTORE by Helen Phifer

‘Every story needs a happy ending. And you can’t have yours until you find the bookstore.’  1692. On the outskirts of Salem, a bookstore stands covered in overgrown vines. Inside, a young woman hides a linen-wrapped journal under a loose floorboard and runs away, panicked by the sound of hounds barking in the distance. The bookstore vanishes into thin air…Present day. Stepping inside a pale-pink house on one of the oldest streets in Salem, Dora can’t believe she’s about to finally meet the mother she thought died tragically when she was just a child. But the excitement is short-lived. Dora’s mother has fear in her eyes, and with a trembling voice she whispers: ‘my life is in danger, and now so is yours…’ Desperate not to lose her mother all over again, Dora digs into her family’s mysterious past, and stumbles upon a seemingly impossible secret: the key to their survival is hidden in a bookstore that no one has seen for generations. Losing herself amongst thorny brackens and twisted ferns, Dora eventually finds the path that leads to the bookstore. But someone is watching her. They’ve been waiting for her. As she pushes open the beautiful blue door hidden amongst the sharp brambles, and stands in front of rows of crumbling leatherbound books with faded pages, she has no idea of the secrets she is about to uncover. Or that her life is in more danger than ever before.     AmazonKU     AB