Cute, fairly fast paced (it is a novella) and light, I rather enjoyed this story. Which is a good thing, given that I picked up a copy from the local independent romance bookstore. It is, as its cover implies, a monster romance, but it isn't overly heavy on the spice, with only 1 major scene in the book - which I am more than happy about.
The beginning of the book sets up the setting, introducing some of the characters that will feature in future books (Erin from book 2 is the only one who gets named, though), and then it dives into Morgan's romance proper, and I was pleasant surprised with how it played out. Yes, it is insta love and fated mates, but for the length of the story, I felt that it was done well. Lots of pining, wanting to protect the other, and getting to the point where they can understand each other, and a little bit of action sprinkled in between.
Also, that epilogue was adorable!
This was very instant-love, but I enjoyed it a lot.
Morgan (one of our MFCs) goes through a horrible situation that puts her right into Scylla’s tentacles. Scylla (our other FMC) has been alone for far too long, finds a human woman suddenly in her cave, turns out this human is her mate!
I loved both of these characters, Morgan being a kind human being and Scylla doing everything to be the perfect mate. Scylla really had me kicking my feet while reading this.
I also love the bit of Greek Mythology given in this story, I’ve been on a little “Epic Troy Saga” kick and this made me so happy to read.
Anyway, this was a short and fun read and I definitely recommend giving it a try.
Fated mates meets Greek myth
A fun Greek myth inspired monster-romance with fated mates!
I love the opening to this book and the serious tone at the start with the element of danger and a fight for survival. The middle drug a little bit for me because there were a series of very short chapters alternating between our FMC's. But it picked right back up.
This story did introduced the world and this island of mythological creatures well, and I cannot wait to read what comes next.
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Walidah Haynes
April 5, 2025
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I love a good monster romance and this one hits all the sweet spots. A well fleshed out novella with interesting characters and a sweet ending.
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Jennifer McBain
January 1, 2025
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I love monster romance books and I’ve finally stumbled upon one that is a sapphic romance 🥰 Also idk when other books will follow but I am definitely excited to read them when they do.