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Uncaged Review – Better Off Dead in Deadwood by Ann Charles

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Better Off Dead in Deadwood
Ann Charles
Ghost Mysteries

One dead body. One century-old haunted opera house. One zombie
musical. One pissed-off detective.

Will Violet “Spooky” Parker keep her tail out of trouble or will she
end up as one of Deadwood’s walking dead?


Uncaged Review: This is a fun series and the
fourth book in the series is as fun as the first
three. There is an overall arc running throughout
the series so far, and it will continue on, but this
wasn’t a book with a cliffhanger, at least not the
typical tear your hair out kind of cliffhangers.
Violet is still trying to get Cornelius to finalize the
hotel sale, she’s still hanging with Doc, she’s getting
in trouble with Cooper, her new boss wants
to use her in an ad campaign, she is still encountering
creepy things and ghosts and she’s still on
the outs with Natalie.

A lot of things are answered in this book, and a
lot more questions are popping up. The humor
and snark is back in force, and it’s a fun way to
spend some time. This book didn’t slow down
and the action scene at the end was creepy and
nail biting. Easily recommended series. Reviewed by Cyrene

5 Stars

Uncaged Review – Shadow Bound by L.A. McGinnis

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Shadow Bound
L.A. McGinnis
Dark Fantasy

For a hundred years, a queen was promised.

Now that she’s arrived, war is not far behind.

Everything in the Darkfell Clan world puts you at risk. From the twisted king determined to kill me, to the demonic revenants hunting me down, it seems everyone wants me dead.

Lucky for me I’ve found powerful allies—a sexy warrior with a heart of gold, an arrogant trickster who’s as good with a knife as he is with words, and a reclusive ancient whose wounds run too deep to heal.

Our love makes us strong, but it could become the lever that breaks us apart.

I didn’t want a war, but when Viktor takes something that’s mine, he needs to learn the truth.

I’ll kill to save the ones I love.

New Orleans is about to become very bloody.


Uncaged Review: The second book of this series
really ratches up the tension and secrets. Some things
are answered as Seraphina begins to come into her
powers. Learning more of who she is, and becoming
stronger with her allies. There is a lot of danger, action
and hard hitting sex scenes – enough to keep you
flipping pages quickly. There isn’t any filler characters
here, every one has a purpose to propel the story
forward. There is not a lot of wasted pages in this
book.
Luther and Cyrus are in great form, and Deston is
the vampire that the reader falls for. The romance is
spot on, and in this addition to the series, you find
out more background of the clans and Seraphina’s
history. This is the book that ties the first one and the
series together. Can’t wait to start the next one.
Reviewed by Cyrene

5 Stars

Uncaged Review – Blade Bound by Chloe Neill

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Blade Bound
Chloe Neill
Paranormal Romance

The thrilling final installment of Chloe Neill’s New York Times bestselling urban fantasy series sees sinister sorcery advancing across Chicago, and it might usher in the fall of Cadogan House….

Since the night of her brutal attack and unwilling transformation into a vampire, Merit has stood as Sentinel and protector of Chicago’s Cadogan House. She’s saved the Windy City from the forces of darkness time and again with her liege and lover, Ethan Sullivan, by her side.

When the House is infiltrated and Merit is attacked by a vampire who seems to be under the sway of dark magic, Merit and Ethan realize the danger is closer than they could have imagined. As malign sorcery spreads throughout the city, Merit must go to war against supernatural powers beyond her comprehension. It is her last chance to save everything—and everyone—she loves.


Uncaged Review: The final book in this series goes
out with a bittersweet bang. Bittersweet that this is
the ending the main group of Chicagoland supernaturals
that has kept me mesmerized for 13 books. I do
realize that there is a spin-off ongoing, and Cadogan
House remains, but not having Merit, Ethan and Mallory
front and center is still a sad pill to swallow, even
though the series is wrapped up nicely here.

Sorcha is back, and it take everyone in the supernatural
community to bring her down before she completely
destroys the city, and she is demanding Merit
and Mallory as sacrifices. But we all know neither of
these two will ever go down easily, and it’s time for a
show down, once and for all.

This book moves at an incredible pace, with plenty of
action, suspense and some romance sprinkled in. This
is a top series for me, and I recommend anyone start
from the beginning, and buckle up, it’s been a fun
ride. Reviewed by Cyrene

5 Stars

Uncaged Review: Shadows and Twilight by Jamie A. Waters

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Shadows and Twilight
Jamie A. Waters
Fantasy Romance

The only way for darkness to thrive is to destroy the light…

Sabine owes her life to the two demon brothers who helped keep her hidden from the fae for the past ten years.

When she learns Dax has been forced back to the Underworld to stand trial for his treasonous crimes, Sabine races to their volcanic home to save him. What she discovers is a long-hidden truth that will shape the future of their world, or potentially destroy it.

Only an ancient weapon of power can shatter the portal’s bindings…

The demons secretly recognize Sabine as the true queen of the Unseelie, and they’re determined to keep her for their own purposes. With her magic, they can escape the Underworld and declare vengeance on those who oppose them.

But first, they must destroy all her ties to the light, including the man she loves.


Uncaged Review: The fourth book in this series
has Sabine and her companions having to venture
into the Underworld for the next artifact. This is
their most perilous adventure yet and their time
is up, and will have to go because the King of the
Underworld is Bane and Dax’s father, Kal’thorz
– with Dax going to have to face trial and probable
execution. Sabine will need an alliance with
the demons, to be able to go up against her father,
and to do so, she’ll have to fight with more than
what she has to get in and out alive with all her
companions.

You learn more and get a lot more answers in this
book from lingering questions. The author does a
fantastic job keeping this intricate storyline moving
along at a reckless pace and still delivering a
well thought out world and storyline. The main
story arc continues, but it doesn’t leave the reader
on a cliffhanger. Admirable job by the author
keeping this story and series as good as the last
book, if not better. Reviewed by Cyrene

5 Stars

Uncaged Feature Author – Linda Bradley

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Welcome to Linda Bradley

Welcome to Uncaged! You are releasing Unbranded, which is a spin-off of the Montana Bound series, which I personally loved. Can you tell readers more about the book?

In my Montana Bound series, Chloe McIntyre was the feisty seven-year-old that lived next door to main character, middle aged Maggie Abernathy. Chloe befriended Maggie, and the two created a forever-bond.

Fast forward to Unbranded, book 1 of my new Montana Bred series. Chloe McIntyre is now twenty-six, devoted to the family business, and independent. She’s determined to become the co-CEO of her grandfather’s Montana ranch, but her father isn’t ready to become partners—yet.

Jaded memories of her parents’ shotgun wedding gone wrong cloud her attraction for best friend Matt Cooper when she discovers she’s pregnant—with his baby. Chloe believes raising a child isn’t in her genes, and she doesn’t expect a marriage proposal. She keeps her condition a secret to hold her position on the ranch and continue what she does best: wrangling strays and working alongside hired hands.

After her father announces his first choice for co-CEO, a wild ride jeopardizes the pregnancy, and Chloe questions life choices. Will the cowgirl grit she has inherited from her grandmother be enough to rein in her disappointment, or will she walk away from everything that could flourish into love?

This book embraces the idea that we don’t always get what we want, but sometimes, what we need will take us further in life and love if we let it.

How many books are you planning on for the series?

I have three books planned. Book two, Reunion is in the editing phase and book three, Showdown is drafted. As I write, more plot lines and stories centered around supporting characters are developing. We’ll see what happens.

What is the most difficult scene for you to write? What is the easiest?

The scenes that come easiest are the exchanges between Chloe and Trout. Trout is the foreman of the McIntyre 617 Ranch and has known Chloe all her life. Trout has a special place in his heart for Chloe, and Chloe adores Trout. Their banter is quick-witted, honest, and encompasses life lessons.

Writing about Chloe’s grandfather’s passing was difficult even though he has been gone for two years. Writing out a character I’ve become attached to is hard. I included a memorial on the ridge overlooking the ranch to emphasize his character and importance.

Read the rest of the interview in the issue below

Linda’s inspiration comes from her favorite authors and life itself. Her character-driven stories integrate humor found in everyday situations, family drama, and forever love. Her distinct voice creates memorable journeys and emotion.

Linda’s been a finalist in the Booksellers Best Contest and Romance Reviews Readers’ Choice Awards. Linda lives in Michigan with her artist husband, sons, and rescue dog. Linda loves art, animals, and stories with hope and heart.

Unbranded
Linda Bradley
Contemporary Western Romance

Threatened by the unexpected, a devoted rancher refuses to compromise her ambition or her legacy.

CHLOE MCINTYRE is determined to become the co-CEO of her grandfather’s Montana ranch, but her father isn’t ready to become partners—yet.

Jaded memories of her parents’ shotgun wedding gone wrong cloud her attraction for best friend Matt Cooper when she discovers she’s pregnant—with his baby. Chloe believes raising a child isn’t in her genes, and she doesn’t expect a marriage proposal. She keeps her condition a secret to hold her position on the ranch and continue what she does best: wrangling strays and working alongside hired hands.

After her father announces his first choice for co-CEO, a wild ride jeopardizes the pregnancy, and Chloe questions life choices. Will the cowgirl grit she has inherited from her grandmother be enough to rein in her disappointment, or will she walk away from everything that could flourish into love?

Excerpt

Chapter 1

I peed on the stick and said a prayer.

I wasn’t sure which stirred the queasy flutter in my belly, the fact I could be pregnant or the fact I’d have to own the responsibility. Matt and I weren’t ready for an addition. We’d been friends since college. We never talked about marriage, and I liked it that way.

My toe-tapping didn’t speed up the process. I wiped my sweaty palms on my jeans. The stopwatch on my phone ticked like the stride of a sloth. I wrapped the pregnancy test in tissue, tucked it beneath the washcloths in the vanity drawer, peeked into the hallway, then decided to go downstairs to the kitchen. I stuck my head in the refrigerator. The blast of air cooled my brow. My stomach rolled over.

My relationship with Matt wouldn’t ever be the same.

I grabbed a bottle of water, shut the door, and twisted the top off. The plastic container crackled. With an eye on the clock, I drummed my fingertips on the counter. The granite was cold, unforgiving.
I peered out the picture window. Maggie and Dad were nowhere in sight. The midday sun lit the majestic Montana landscape. Dad had brought me here to live on his parents’ 617 Ranch when I was eight—6/17, my grandparents’ wedding date.

“I miss you, Grandpa,” I whispered to his spirit and pictured him, the way he looked when I came here eighteen years ago. I wiped away brimming tears, turned on a heel, hurried back to the bathroom, and locked the world out.

I never knew my grandma, Ida May, and I wished I had. I’d seen her in old photographs and always wondered what part of me was like her. If any. And did she watch over me with my granddad?
My hands shook as I read the results on the white plastic stick. My vision blurred. There was no mistake about the outcome. I leaned against the counter and glanced in the mirror. I didn’t feel twenty-six and pregnant.

The knock at the door jarred me. I took a deep breath, wrapped the evidence in toilet paper, then buried it beneath the existing trash.

“Chloe, are you in there?”

I turned on the water, washed my hands, and took a seat on the toilet to search the far crevices of my mind for an answer. Every problem had a solution. All I had to do was find it. Maggie called my name, again. My heart raced.


“Just a second.” I pounded my fists into my thighs. The hangnail on my pointer finger caught in the fray of my blue jeans, and I bit my lip.

“Chloe? I could use your help.” She paused. “Chloe,” Maggie’s voice was muffled through the heavy door.

“Are you okay?”

“Yes.” I dried my damp cheeks, stood, shook out my legs, and inspected myself in the mirror. My wavy, dishwater blond hair framed my flushed cheeks. The silver necklace I wore flickered in the light.

“I’m coming.” I steadied my hand and reached for the doorknob.

Maggie stood in the hallway, leaning against the railing. Her lips pinched when our gazes met. I hoped I could hide my secret behind a smile. “What’s going on?”
She stepped closer, the corners of her eyes her lined with concern. She was beautiful as ever, perhaps even more beautiful than when I first met her. Her slender fingers pushed strands of hair from my face.

Maggie tucked her long, strawberry blond hair behind her ears. I didn’t think she’d ever go gray. I desperately wanted to ask her how it felt to carry a child.

“What’s wrong, Chloe?”

My shoulders fell forward. What was I going to do with a baby? Maggie stroked my hair.

“Chloe, what’s wrong?”

I had no words. Maggie held my hands in hers. The flecks of gold in her green irises shimmered like an Irish field as the light streamed through the window at the end of the hallway.

“It’s nothing.”

“You’re obviously upset. You’re shaking.”

“Matt and I had an argument.” I lowered my gaze at this lie.

“About what?”

Maggie examined me through narrow slits. Hopefully, she wouldn’t go all Maggie on me. That’s what Dad called it when she sensed something was off. As amusing as I thought it was when she turned the tides on him, I didn’t want to be in the undertow should she suspect a fissure in my world. She had the nose of a hound when it came to pretense. I suspected she acquired this inherent sense before retiring from her elementary teaching career.

Read the rest of this excerpt in the issue below

Uncaged Feature Author – Karin Shah

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Welcome to Uncaged! Your latest book, Out Like a Dragon is the seventh book in a series. Can you tell readers more about the book and this series?

The Chimera Chronicles is a paranormal romance series featuring seven chimera-shifting brothers separated as young children to hide them from their enemies. The youngest brothers don’t even remember they are shifters. Chimeras in my world can shift into three other forms. They can be a lion, a dragon, or a blend of the two. One form, either the lion or the dragon is usually dominant. In each book, one brother must find his fated mate before he goes feral and his animal side subsumes the human.
This final book is about Caleb. He is a former Coast Guard Officer who was captured after going feral. His captors have a drug that keeps him human for a short time and they use him as a hired killer. Mika, the heroine, works for the Ethereal Council, a group of Supernatural creatures who enforce the world of shifters, vampires, and every mythical being that exists in the world of the Chimera Chronicles. She is an enforcer. It’s her job to track him down.

What are you working on now that you can tell us about?

I’m starting a s spin off series with three sisters. I love stories about families, in case you couldn’t tell. This will be another mythical shifter species. The hero is John, the best friend of Kyle, the oldest Chimera Brother. John is a half-demon (demons can be good or bad in my world). My heroine also is in the Chimera Chronicles. She’s in the same boat as Caleb, she’s gone feral and John uses the same drug the bad guys used on Caleb to bring her back and discovers she’s his mate. Unfortunately, being lost in her animal form for so long, she doesn’t remember who she is. In the midst of this, the Ethereal Council is choosing a new mythical-shapeshifter representative. While, the candidates are gathered there’s a murder. So John and his mate’s story will take place in the setting of this mystery.

What is the most difficult scene for you to write? What is the easiest?

The black moment scene is always the hardest to write. I want the reader to be completely immersed in the scene and feel the emotion the characters are feeling. I tend to second guess myself at this point and writing slows down to a crawl. I think the easiest scene is the first meet scene because usually I have had it in my head since before I started the book, so it’s had a lot of time to percolate.

Read the rest of the interview in the issue below.

As an avid reader who read every book in the kids’ section of the library and moved on to Harlequin Presents at age eleven, Karin Shah spends a lot of time reading. Some (everyone) might say too much. Every book she writes, she writes for herself as a reader. She enjoy novels that make her smile even though it seems the happy ending is almost beyond reach. At the end of a book, she wants to feel satisfied, not worried, so she doesn’t do cliff-hangers. All her novels work as stand alones, but her series are best enjoyed in order. She tries very hard to write the fun, emotionally satisfying Romances she adores and make each one better than the last.

She lives in Rochester, NY with her husband, two children, a girl and a boy, and three dogs, a vizsla and two basenjis. Along with reading, she enjoys anime and manga, and is trying her best to start running, but seems to do most of that between the couch and the bathroom. She admits to being a little flaky, having gone to get her teenage daughter at school once when all of a sudden she remembered her daughter had stayed home from school that day. Karin has been known to get so deeply into writing, reading or whatever that a brass band could march through and she’d never notice. Her dogs and children use this tendency to get away with bloody murder.

She loves to hear from readers–please visit her at any of her social media sites and tell her what you think.

Enjoy an excerpt from:



Out Like a Dragon
Karin Shah
Fantasy Romance

Seven powerful shifter brothers torn apart as children, must find their fated mates and each other, before they go feral or their enemies hunt them down…

Mika Satoru doesn’t need anyone. She’s always been glad she’s not a shifter, a mate would only slow her down. She’s a Satori, a supernatural being with telepathic abilities, and an Ethereal Council enforcer. She’s faster, stronger, smarter, and works harder than her colleagues. Being Deaf is just part of who she is.
For the past year or more, she’s been tracking a mysterious killer. The last thing she wants is to be taken off the case to search for a possibly feral chimera shifter.


Caleb is feral. His humanity has surrendered to his dragon side, but he’s a dragon on a leash. The Scorpius Corporation has a serum that keeps him human long enough to kill anyone who threatens their bottom line. Fortunately, until recently, that’s been weapons dealers with bloody hands themselves. Now Scorpius is gone, but his handler, Eris, still holds his leash. She has a job for him, assassinate a member of the Ethereal Council.


When Caleb meets Mika, the fight is on — literally, but circumstances soon force them together.
On the run from the Council Enforcers, Eris, and the police, Caleb and Mika must work to uncover the moles and find more serum before Eris carries out her mission. A talisman aids them in their task, but it has a mind of its own and they never know where they’ll end up. Worse, before the serum wears off completely, Caleb has the impulse control of a kindergartener and Mika shouldn’t find that adorable. Nor should every touch kindle the desire to kiss him.


She doesn’t need a mate —but maybe she wants one.

Excerpt

Mika threw open the fallout shelter door as wide as it would go, which wasn’t a complete arc. The massive hinges must have settled over the years or the floor rose because the base wedged to a halt at about a 70 degree angle. She scanned the shadows inside.

There were no lights in here and she didn’t see another camera. The light bleeding through the window illuminated stacks of dusty plywood, two by fours and the like, lined up against the walls. An old folding chair lay open on it’s side in the middle of the floor. A push cart stood next to it.
The room appeared empty, but that pull in her chest grew. She had to step forward to clear the area obscured by the door.

She’d already passed the threshold when Anand said, Wait.

But it was too late. The door slammed shut, leaving her cut off from the Maras and her team.
The floor vibrated under her boots. Something being shoved. Mika tracked the object to its destination blocking the door. Her heart thumped like a taiko drum at a festival. The stale air felt as thick as sludge, needing extra force to be inhaled.

She spun to confront the threat, but despite the small window, most of the room was now masked in shadow. Her eyes were no longer adjusted to the dark which made it even harder to see. She raised her weapon toward the darker blob she could detect. Her eyes were re-adjusting and she scrutinized the edges of the shape. Dragon? No.

The thing took up a large space, but not that big. It was a very tall man. Twin golden circles reflected the light. Chimera eyes. Caleb.

Air pushed into her lungs. She lifted her weapon to aim at center mass. “Don’t move,” she commanded.
He didn’t listen. He came closer. She should shoot him. Wouldn’t have hesitated before, but something stayed Mika’s hand. She tried to press back against the door. Something hit the back of her legs. It felt like the pile of materials she’d seen against the wall. This must be what had been shoved.

Her pulse raced. He’d trapped her in here with him.

Her eyes adapted further to the light from the door and she saw past the glowing eye shine for the first time.

Her breath snagged painfully in her chest. The floor did a weird dip. There was no disguising the wild beauty of a Mara in human form. The diamond cut symmetry of his face echoed Ky’s. But whereas her admiration of Ky’s looks was purely academic, the sight of this face did something weird to her heart. It fluttered.

She almost shook her head at the thought. Hearts didn’t flutter.

Fear had driven it into a faster rhythm. She confused attraction with panic. Anger cleared her head. This is hardly the time for self-reflection.

She was cornered.

Read the rest of the excerpt in the issue below.

Uncaged Review: Moments Like This by Anna Gomez & Kristoffer Polaha

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Moments Like This
Anna Gomez & Kristoffer Polaha
Sweet Contemporary Romance

Book One in the From Kona with Love series depicting multicultural romance, love, loss, and redemption woven into a family saga set in the beautiful islands of Hawaii. Though connected, each installment can be read as a standalone.

After Andrea “Andie” Matthews chooses her career over a marriage proposal and then loses a promotion she worked so hard for, she jumps at the chance to take a break and help run a friend’s coffee shop.

Alone in Hawaii, Andie befriends the staff and quickly grows to care for them, making her determined to revive the company.

As luck would have it, she meets the mysterious Warren Yates on Christmas Eve. They share a cup of coffee, some conversation, and even a moment, which leads to many more in the coming weeks.

But when Andie learns who Warren really is—and what he actually wants—she is torn between her feelings and his deception.

Will Warren be able to win her heart back?


Uncaged Review: This is the first novel in a
series, and told in a way that makes me want to escape
to Hawaii. The authors do a great job describing
this island paradise to the point where you feel
like you are there with them. The characters are
well flushed out and likeable, and the romance is
sweet and irresistible.

Andie makes her way to her best friend’s coffee
shop in Hawaii to run it while her friend takes a
trip to be with her fiancé in France. Marketing is
Andie’s specialty, so she puts her heart and soul
into helping the coffee shop turn a profit. Along
the way, she meets a man named Warren, who she
slowly gets to know on weekly fun outings and
you watch the love develop. Unfortunately, there
is always something thrown in the way of love
stories, and this one is no different. But it ends on
a great happily ever after and a satisfying end. I’m
glad I read the book now, and am looking forward
to the movie that this is going to be turned into in
the near future. I’m hoping Mr. Polaha will have a
starring role. Reviewed by Cyrene

5 Stars

Uncaged Review- Cinderella by Melissa Frost

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Cinderella
Melissa Frost
YA Fairy Tales

Cinderella (or Ella to those who know her best) is on a mission to earn back the trust of her family and friends after nearly getting Jake killed by way of an angry, territorial unicorn. But proving she’s changed for the better may be an uphill battle.
As she strives for redemption, the group works to rid their dimension of a dragon and the cultists who brought it there. They also find themselves closer to discovering a way to close the portal linking the two worlds for good.

As the finale of their adventure grows closer and closer to completion, Ella finds herself questioning everything—including her romantic relationship with the prince of Esteria. Can she make up her mind about what her heart desires before it’s too late? Does she love the prince? Or is she secretly falling for his top royal guard? And better yet, what will she do when the portal closes and both of them leave forever?


Uncaged Review: A fun quick read set with a retelling
of Cinderella. Even though this book is book
fourth in the series, I found it easy to get to grips with
the storyline and characters. There was a few laugh
out loud moments. Some battles with the unexpected
enemy. Even some other worldly portal business. I
would definitely recommend this book and would
read more in the series. Reviewed by Jen

4 Stars

Uncaged Review – Last Call at Coconuts by Beth Carter

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Last Call at Coconuts
Beth Carter
Humorous Contemporary

Alex, a Type A marketer with a touch of OCD, spirals downward as her not-so-perfect world crumbles. While deciding whether to continue in a job she’s beginning to despise, she overhears two terrifying words: “Officers down” and sets out on a mission to see if her cop boyfriend was wounded—or worse. After a terrifying bank incident, she’s driven to the brink. What’s worse, she knows the man who truly loved her got away, but Alex isn’t the pity-party type at forty—especially at forty.

Two wealthy Van Buren socialites attempt life in the country after a meteoric fall from grace. Far from the razzle-dazzle of city life and designer clothing, will the mother-daughter duo embrace small-town living or return to jet-setting? Are wine in the woods, skinny-dipping, and county fairs enough to entice the New Yorkers to stay? And pie? What’s this about pie?

Suzy adjusts to life with twins while attempting to maintain her floundering wedding planning business. When someone from her past knocks on the door, Suzy’s husband goes to Hollywood in a frantic search for his teen daughter. She soon learns sleep deprivation and frown lines are the least of her worries.

High school counselor Hope loves her new role as wife and stepmom and doesn’t even care that the pounds she lost pre-wedding have returned. It appears her hopeless life is finally hopeful, especially after an inspiring surprise at Hilltop High.

Personal crises aside, the four best friends are horrified when Coconuts, their favorite island-themed oasis, morphs into a sports bar and goes on the market to the highest bidder. Will they be able to save their iconic Happy Hour refuge—and keeper of their innermost secrets—or will the new, sexy owner prevail?


Uncaged Review: The last book of this series wraps
up all the ongoing mini storylines for all the ladies,
and as a whole in a nice way. This book starts off
with a bang, with the Show Me bank getting robbed
and Alex taken as a hostage. And it keeps its pace
quite well throughout the book. One thing this author
does is have very short chapters that switches the
focus on each character, or when they are all together.
This would be very distracting for me normally, but it
works here. This is a series that I would recommend
that readers should start at the beginning, as you get
to know the characters from where it all began. You
could start anywhere in the series, but it won’t have
the same experience to what all these characters have
gone through.

This book focuses a lot on Alex, and there have been
many times in this series that I wanted to shake her,
but she pulls it all off finally in this book. This book
was surprising at times, with many laugh out loud
moments, and even some heartwarming moments that
pulled it together. I’m going to miss these characters,
but this is a six book series that I could easily go back
and read again, it has earned that place in my reading
library. I hope that the author will give us some
novellas in the future so we can “check in” with the
characters. Reviewed by Cyrene

5 Stars

Uncaged Review – The Dragon King’s Mate by Harlow Blaze

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The Dragon King’s Mate
Harlow Blaze
Fantasy Romance

Who’s more dangerous, her stalker or her king?

Ava

Dancing in a rowdy nightclub isn’t most girls’ career plan, but Ava makes it work. Bump, grind, flirt—easy as pie.

Her life shatters when she’s marked. A human that can have dragon shifter babies is a prize worth killing for, and her stalker is ready to be a dad.

When her apartment burns down, Ava learns a fun fact. Stalkers don’t like being rejected. And hers will stop at nothing to claim her as his own.

One man can help her.

Baz—King of the Seattle dragon shifters and definitely not a gangster. Despite the warnings to stay away from him, his protection is her only hope.

But Ava has a problem. Powerful and sexy as hell, Baz sets her soul on fire.

Literally.

Baz

Baz doesn’t have time to help humans. His sister has a target on her back, and family always comes first.

Everything changes when a dancer crashes into his lap, desperate for his protection.

Ava’s sweet scent and feisty temper drives his inner beast wild. The need to mate is irresistible, but his pretty, new roommate is already running from one dragon. Seducing her for himself is, at best, morally gray.

But Baz has always been a bad boy, and rules don’t apply to the king.

At first, having her in his penthouse is delicious torture. But the longer Ava is around, the more Baz starts to soften.

And when you’re king, being soft isn’t an option.


Uncaged Review: It’s been awhile since I’ve read
a really good dragon shifter book. And this is a
good one. After reading the prequel novella, I immediately
started on book one in this series, and it
caught me from the beginning and held on all the
way through. The dragons are well described, and
it was the first time I read about dragon eyries.

Ava is a dragon marked human, and things get
pretty bad for her pretty fast. As an exotic dancer
in a club owned by a witch, Ava is making her
own way in the world after defying her family’s
money and expectations. But Ava has a stalker,
and the one person that can protect her is Baz, the
King of the Seattle dragon shifters. Ava can’t help
but be drawn to him, her dragon part of her soul
wants Baz as hers and Ava has a hard time controlling
it. Baz, on the other hand, can’t resist Ava
either, and vows to protect her, not knowing why.

Good action, steamy sex, and a good suspense
awaits within the pages, and if you like the shifter
world, this is a good one to add to your list.
Reviewed by Cyrene

5 Stars