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Uncaged Review – The Prodigal by H.R. Boldwood

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Cyrene Olson
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The Prodigal
H.R. Boldwood
Urban Fantasy

Murder. Mayhem. Zombies. Just another day in my hometown.

Welcome to my world—I’m Allie Nighthawk, a flat-broke zombie hunter with more attitude than cash. When I roll back into Cincinnati, I’m hoping for a fresh start. Instead, I land knee-deep in not one but two murders, a mess of mayhem, and more zombies than you can shake a machete at.

The good guys? They might not be so good. And the blast from my past? Yeah, he’s back—and not exactly bringing flowers.

Now I’ve got to juggle the walking dead, the maybe-not-so-living, and the very real chance I won’t get out unscathed. But hey, it’s all in a day’s work when you’re me: the Corpse Whisperer.

Uncaged Review: This is a new to me author and the
first in a series called Corpse Whisperer, and what it
means by that, is that Allie has the gift to be able to
bring back corpses to life, to try to get information from
them and to keep them from being permanently zombies,
they have to be put back down quickly. But there
are a lot of zombies running around in the shadows.
When Allie moves back to her hometown of Cincinnati,
she is teamed with a partner she never wanted, but
he turns out to be an old school detective that wins her
over. When they start investigating some murders, a lot
of shit will hit the fan, and Harry and Allie will be knee
deep in all of it. It’s a good start to a series, I love the
wise cracking Allie, and Harry was a good foil for her.

There wasn’t an over amount of gore considering
they are whacking zombies often, but the humor fits
in well, and the secondary cast are good additions.
I also liked Headbutt and Kulu, but I’m not spilling
here. There wasn’t a huge cliffhanger here, but it
does set up nicely for the next book.
Reviewed by Cyrene

4 Stars

Uncaged Review – The Crimson Princess by Zoey Voss

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Cyrene Olson
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The Crimson Princess
Zoey Voss
Romantic Fantasy

For the rulers of Ravengale, there is only us and them…until the rule of law becomes the path to destruction.

Princess Satima of Ravengale was born to obey her father’s rule, to sit on the sidelines while others fight, and to never question the ancient laws that bind her throne. But when the Book of Life reveals a destiny she cannot ignore, Satima must abandon her crown and cross into the human realm—a world of shadows, monsters, and forbidden magic.

What she doesn’t expect is him.

Toren is the vampire king her father calls an enemy—beautiful, brutal, and bound by secrets darker than the night itself. When their paths collide, desire ignites like wildfire, and Satima is torn between loyalty to her realm and the dangerous pull of the one man she should never want. But in a world where vampires, druids, and monsters collide, love may be the most dangerous weapon of all.

One choice could save humanity.
One kiss could destroy it.

Uncaged Review: Princess Satima of Ravengale promised to obey her father and be a good girl until the unfortunate happens while she was fighting in the human world. Satima, grieving and upset, goes back to Ravengale but realizes that not everything is as it should be.
Even her father’s conditioning is not something she can no longer follow. When Satima meets her supposed enemy that she has been conditioned to hate, the Vampire King, Toren is not what she expects nor can she resist him. Satima attempts to please her father, even going along with his plans, but her heart will not listen either. Satima and Toren fall hard for each other but their love could not only destroy them but their world too.

I was pretty eager to read this story of forbidden supposed enemies into a lovers’ tale filled with non-stop action and a beautiful love story. The cover was striking and the world building was nicely done so that it was easy to see all the worlds in your head. The characters
were fully drawn out and the pacing was wonderfully executed, which made you care for the characters but also feel sadness or joy for what is happening to all of them. Satima, the heroine, goes through a lot and her father seems not to care, but she has a strength about her
that makes her easy to associate with too. While Toren the vampire king might seem untouchable, he does fall hard for Satima, which is also kind of sweet. Sure, Satima is even pretty angsty, which I can’t help but love. Even though Toren does some pretty questionable things, you still end up liking him anyhow. The only bad thing is the book ends on a cliffhanger, so it does leave you wondering what will happen and will Satima give in to Toren despite everything? Do I look forward to the next book? Yes, of course I do!
Reviewed by Roslynn Ernst

4.5 Stars

Uncaged Review – A Lady’s Rogue to Ruin by Sofie Darling

By
Cyrene Olson
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A Lady’s Rogue to Ruin
Sofie Darling
Historical Romance

An East End upstart with an aristocrat’s blood and a rogue’s instincts… An ambitious lady who wants more than her gilded world can offer… A rainy afternoon in a circulating library that sets everything in motion… A Lady’s Rogue to Ruin is sweeping Regency historical romance with class-crossing heat, a daring bargain, and two worlds colliding in the best possible way.

She found him in a library.
She proposed a bargain.
He became everything she bargained for.

Blaze Jagger is many things — East End upstart, bastard son of an aristocrat, wealthy rogue of all trades. While seeking shelter from the rain in a circulating library, he discovers a whole new world. And a woman who just might be the ruin of him.

Lady Viveca Calthorp is ambitious and successful — and she wants more. More experience, more of life beyond what her station allows, more of Blaze Jagger. When she proposes that he show her his world, she ends up with far more than she bargained for.

It doesn’t take long for their adventures to turn into a stolen night of pleasure. Neither could predict how hot the spark between them would burn — or how helpless they would be to its pull. What started as a fling is refusing to stay one.

Uncaged Review: When Blaze Jagger walked into Sirens Circulating Library, Lady Viveca Calthrop couldn’t help but notice him. Viveca knew that there was something about Blaze, not just his wealth, but why did he want a library card, when he had other things to indulge in besides the pastime of reading? When Viveca figures out Blaze’s secret that he can’t read, she decides to help him. As long as Blaze can show her the world outside the ton. Pretty soon, Blaze shows her so much more and Viveca falls immediately for him. Blaze attempts to
stop the lessons but also realizes he is in too deep and does care for Viveca. Is their love doomed from the start or can Viveca convince Blaze to risk all for their feelings?

I really don’t know why it took me so long to read this book, when the book is that awesome! As soon as I got past my reticence and hesitation in continuing on with this story, I couldn’t help but love it! I regret all my previous feelings of not finishing it sooner, yet it did give me time to really savor the story too! Lady Viveca Calthorp is a lady after my own heart! She’s smart, witty and isn’t scared of anything! Even with Blaze being a self-made gentleman, she is pretty observant to realize that he can’t read but doesn’t look down on him because of
it. Both Viveca and Blaze are both charming, lovely, and it’s hard not to fall for them both. Ms. Sofie Darling writes a pretty intriguing tale filled with two very different people, yet they feel for each other and are able to bridge the gap between themselves
and their love is just so heartwarmingly sweet. Do I want more? I can’t wait to read the others in the series and I will definitely be reading more! Reviewed by Roslynn Ernst

4.5 Stars


Eric’s World by Emmanuel Michael

By
Cyrene Olson
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Eric’s World
Emmanuel Michael
Psychological Thriller

He’s not just battling his demons—he’s building a sanctuary for them.By day, Edwin Roberts is a quiet I.T. specialist trying to hold his life together.By night, he’s Eric Reeves—a seductive, manipulative genius with a vision darker than anyone can imagine.When Edwin begins therapy under the guidance of the brilliant Dr. Simone Hayes, a psychological war ignites. But this isn’t just any session. As Eric takes control, he spins a fabricated tale of trauma so convincing it nearly cracks Simone’s professional composure. And that’s only the beginning.What follows is a masterclass in psychological manipulation, erotic tension, and emotional warfare—where every word is a weapon and every silence is a setup.As Eric’s influence spreads, relationships unravel, secrets explode, and reality bends. Tianna Caldwell, Edwin’s fiancée, begins to sense the emotional detachment… unaware that she’s being pulled into a mind game she can’t escape. Meanwhile, Dr. Simone teeters between obsession and diagnosis—until she too becomes a piece on Eric’s chessboard.What happens when the patient becomes the predator? And how far will Eric go to build his world?Eric’s World is a dark, urban psychological thriller laced with erotic power struggles, morally gray characters, and mind-bending twists. This debut novel by Emmanuel Michael will leave you questioning every truth, craving the next move, and wondering:Are you in control… or are you just part of his plan?

Uncaged Review: Edwin Roberts works in IT by day by night he’s a completely different person. There’s darkness is his world where he can come and go as he pleases. I found this book haunting Eric’s world is so dark and complex you feel like you are a part of his world almost spying on him. This book is different to anything I’ve ever read. Eric plays a fine art in the lines of deception. A psychological read that plays mind game’s with you. A must read for any fan of this type of genre. I would definitely recommend reading this book. I wouldn’t say Edwin is a likeable character, his moral choices leave a lot to be questioned. He does keep you turning the page though. Reviewed by Jen

4.5 Stars

Uncaged Review – Chance Meeting by Christine Columbus

By
Cyrene Olson
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Chance Meeting
Christine Columbus
Contemporary Romance

Melody is fostering her niece while her sister, Captain Opal Erickson, is deployed to Kuwait. A chance meeting at work with Clayton, a construction manager, awakens feelings of the love and romance. Everything is perfect until Opal reveals a family truth and swears Melody to secrecy.
To honor her sisterly pledge, Mel attempts to reject any advances from Clayton, until he guesses the truth. Torn between loyalty to Opal and love for Clayton, she pours herself into work, making a mess of everything. When the dust settles, Mel is left wondering if she’ll be able to put the pieces of her life back together.

Uncaged Review: At work Melody bumps into Clayton a construction worker who’s doing some work for her he presents her with some baseball tickets. But there’s a catch she doesn’t want to fall for him. A interesting take on this book is the fact it centred around baseball that was something fresh to see for a change. Overall I enjoyed reading this! With its positive writing style for a age gap romance. I kind of saw the major plot twist coming. But It was still a decent read tho. I would definitely read more by this author in the future. I also loved how the author didn’t go into much details of the romance between the couple it was left very much to the imagination Reviewed by Jen

3 Stars

Uncaged Review – The Brother of Wrath by Wendy Walla

By
Cyrene Olson
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The Brother of Wrath
Wendy Vella
Historical Romance

A lady bound by a promise. A marquess scarred by his past, and the revenge that binds them together.

Lord Jamieson Stafford was everything society expected—aloof, controlled, and dangerously charming. But beneath the marquess’s calm exterior lies a man haunted by rage and guilt. He chases danger to silence his demons—until one reckless night nearly costs a woman her life.

Lady Alice Smythe is no ordinary victim. Fierce and unyielding, she’s sworn to avenge her brother’s death. When she discovers Lord Stafford is hunting the same man, their uneasy alliance ignites into something neither expected.
He’s the last man she should trust.

She’s the one woman who refuses to fear him.

And as vengeance blurs into passion, both must decide what’s worth saving—their honor, their hearts… or each other.

Uncaged Review: Lady Alice has a plan. Revenge for her brother’s death. Enlisting the help of Jamie the marquees of Stafford they plot a way to achieve this. This is the third book in the Blackwood Brotherhood series but can be read as a standalone book. Lady Alice goes back into society thinking she can gain some insight into her brother’s death. Can Jamie help Alice find the answers to the questions she has surrounding her brother’s death.

This book will have you holding on to the edge of your seat. Even holding on to you’re breath at some points. I felt like Jamie and Alice were wrote as such likeable characters completely human but also flawed and so very strong willed. Reviewed by Jen

4 Stars

Uncaged Review – The Male Luna by Vanna Bay

By
Cyrene Olson
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The Male Luna
Vanna Bay
Shifter Romance

Normal was the goal. Fate brought fur and a punchline.

Brayden’s life is a chaotic mess with the appearance of a broodingly possessive Alpha Damien and one ridiculously inconvenient mate bond later. Lukewarm coffee is out and ancient pack laws are in. Brayden is having none of it, determined to resist this unwanted destiny with a full-scale sarcastic rebellion against this supernatural nonsense.

Prepare for a darkly funny rom-com that gleefully claws its way out of the werewolf genre box. While Damien’s possessiveness howls ‘fated mate’, Brayden’s inner monologue is a laugh-out-loud revolt against any predetermined bond.

His wit is sharp. His mate’s teeth are sharper. Who bleeds first in this untamed romance?

Uncaged Review: This was meant to be a fresh start for Brayden and family. A fresh start in Rocky falls. Well that was the plan anyway a altercation at the grocery store has Brayden second guessing If they even belong in Rocky falls. No matter how hard he tries he can’t get away from a certain person.

I found this book enjoyable and loved the pent up energy between the two male leads. Brayden was a likeable character and I was keen to go on this journey of him finding himself in this book.
Reviewed by Jen

3 Stars

Uncaged Review – Cedar Mills by Dylan James

By
Cyrene Olson
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Cedar Mills
Dylan James
SciFi/Horror

Seeking to understand the recent deaths and disappearances in their town, a disgraced homicide detective and a group of grieving high schoolers unwittingly join forces. But what this ragtag bunch of answer-seekers find will not only force them into a fight to save themselves and their town, but all of humanity as we know it… Welcome to Cedar Mills.

Uncaged Review: Cedar Mills is a small town. Where everyone knows everybody. But every town has secrets. A group of high schoolers band together to dive into a mystery involving Jarrett a biker and what really happened to his gang in 1998 I really enjoyed this book and I fell in love with the authors writing style it was very dark and gritty and was well paced hooking me from the first page. The whole mystery throughout the book was really enjoyable to read. It certainly kept me guessing until the very end. Reviewed by Jen

4 Stars

Uncaged Review – Ruination by Heide Drysdale

By
Cyrene Olson
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Ruination
Heidi Drysdale
Gothic Romance

In the stormy spring of 1816, a quiet widow known as Mrs. Sutton arrives in London, ready to rain misery on certain aristocratic heads. Her friend Alice is dead. Four men will pay, haunted by their own cruelty.

Behind Mrs. Sutton’s mask lies Margot, who has come home for retribution, and for the love she lost when forced to flee the country eight years earlier. Her childhood friend Davian Archer—now the mastermind behind assorted criminal enterprises—will make the perfect accomplice in executing Margot’s carefully calculated plans of revenge.

As ruthless as the woman who once left him behind, Davian intends to ensure he and Margot never part again. But before they can explore what their future might hold, the lives of Alice’s privileged killers must be unraveled, one thread at a time.

In a society ruled by appearances, not everything is as it seems, and ruination always lurks in the shadows. Particularly when a woman’s rage is tempered only by her patience.

Uncaged Review: Margot, returns to England for her poor friend Alice who ends up murdered. By some gentlemen the catch is they don’t even know she is dead. What follows next is a journey of retribution and revenge. I found this book a little confusing at first but soon grasped the concept of the book over time. The only downside to the book is I felt like the author took up a lot of the plot by describing a lot of the book while telling us very little at the same time. One thing I did enjoy about the book was it was spilt into three parts. So, it wasn’t all rushed into a ending very quickly. My overall thoughts are the book isn’t bad it just wasn’t for me I did find the premises of the storyline interesting though. Reviewed by Jen

3 Stars

Uncaged Review – Blood, Power & Lies by Jade Christy

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Cyrene Olson
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Blood, Power & Lies
Jade Christy
Paranormal Romance

One minute I was living my life. The next? Kidnapped by fae and told my blood might end the world. No pressure.

Now I’m stuck in a magical flower kingdom with talking trees, suspicious royals, and once they let him in, a dangerously handsome vampire who’d burn the world for me. (Julian, obviously.)

The good news? I’m not alone.The bad? My newly activated power is terrifying, an evil queen wants to snatch me like a shiny prize, and my blood is basically a cursed VIP ticket to the apocalypse.

But hey, at least I have Azriel, a moody fae warrior who acts like my bodyguard but teases me like a brother. And my love Julian, the gorgeous vampire I’ve fallen for.

I might’ve found family.
I might’ve found myself.
Now I just have to survive long enough to keep them all safe.

Uncaged Review: The second book in The Immortal’s Lie series and Ava is taken from her comfortable world of New Orleans into the Flower Fae Court. Ava finds out quickly that no one really wants her there either. Her cousin, Lysaria, thinks that she wants the crown and to rule over the Fae, while her aunt, Loria, wants to use her to settle a war between the vampires and Fae. Ava is not safe even in the protected realm of the Fae because evil lurks behind every corner and Black Widow, the vampire queen, will stop at nothing to get her too. Ava does have a plan to bring Julian to the Fae world, but in this thinking would it stop the war or create more of a mess? Ava knows every step she takes will put both worlds she cares about in peril and could cause destruction no matter what.

This book definitely was pretty exciting even though it wasn’t in the same realm and some things were a little hard to imagine, especially the food. Definitely not something for a diabetic. I couldn’t help thinking about that, yet it was still intriguing. Ava finds out that she has an interesting legacy and that she is related and tied to the Fae, but she can’t give up her love for Julian even with the hot Fae guys running around, even though there is just one we are reading about. Ava’s existence could also cause a war between the Fae and vampires, which I did want more about too. I did like how Ms. Jade Christy brought two worlds to work in tandem together. I think most books I have read are about vampires and Fae. They don’t get along, are a part of the Fae or are enemies of them. So, this was pretty interesting to read. I even liked Azriel and hoped he would find someone or maybe perhaps he had a secret attraction for Ava? Do I want to read more? Of course, I do. I look forward to the next book in the series!
Reviewed by Roslynn Ernst

4 Stars

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