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Shannon Mayer

    This author's journey into writing began with a desire to hold onto belief in magic and the fantastical, elements that fuel her imaginative storytelling. Her narratives often weave in homages to a childhood steeped in classic science fiction, reflecting a deep appreciation for her upbringing. Life on a farm provides a rich tapestry of experiences, from the humorous and challenging encounters with animals to everyday adventures that inspire her prose. With a philosophy of "leap before you look," she constantly seeks out new stories and experiences to share with her readers.

    The Desert Cursed Series - 1: Witch's Reign
    A Throne Of Feathers and Bone
    Claimed by Fate
    Taken by Fate
    Hunted by Fate
    A Savage Spell
    • A Savage Spell

      • 332 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Assassins, magic, and mayhemAs the boogeyman to the underworld, Nix isn't afraid of dying. Yet this time, it's not about dying. It's about escaping with her mind intact. I thought I'd finally stepped away from the madness of the underworld, away from the Abnormals, away from all those who would do me and those I love harm. The world though had different plans. And now I'm trapped, not only physically, but inside my head. Those who have me caged say none of it was real. That I'm not a highly trained assassin of Abnormals. That I have no family. My children do not exist. That there is nothing supernatural about this world. If they are right, then I've been crazy all along. I've been stuck inside of my head all these years, living a fantasy. If they are right I am not the legendary Phoenix. If they are wrong . . .then that means there is a new game afoot. Then there will be hell to pay and the fires that burn within me will consume them all. If you like KF Breene, Ilona Andrews, Patricia Briggs, Faith Hunter, Jaymin Eve, Kelley Armstrong, Kim Harrison, or Shayne Silvers, you won’t want to miss Mayer’s books and her kick butt heroines!

      A Savage Spell
      4.9
    • Hunted by Fate

      • 334 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      In a world where power dynamics shift dramatically, the death of the Vampire King ignites a fierce struggle for the throne. Various factions, including ambitious nobles and cunning rivals, vie for control, leading to a web of intrigue and betrayal. Amidst this chaos, an unlikely hero emerges, navigating treacherous alliances and uncovering dark secrets that could change the fate of their realm forever. Themes of loyalty, ambition, and the quest for power are explored in this gripping tale of survival and destiny.

      Hunted by Fate
      4.0
    • Taken by Fate

      • 344 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Taken by Fate offers spice without sacrificing the plot. If you like strong willed, feisty heroines, broody alpha males, and twists you won't see coming, make Taken By Fate your next read.

      Taken by Fate
      4.3
    • Claimed by Fate

      • 340 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      The protagonist ventures into Werewolf Territory with a mission to save their brother, navigating a world filled with danger and supernatural beings. As they delve deeper into this realm, they encounter fierce werewolves and uncover secrets that challenge their understanding of family and loyalty. The journey tests their courage and determination, leading to unexpected alliances and confrontations that could change everything. Themes of sacrifice and the bond between siblings are central to this gripping tale.

      Claimed by Fate
      4.0
    • Chosen. Framed by my father’s murderer. Running from the fae courts. Fated to never touch the man who sets my blood on fire.Life was looking up for me not long ago. Now, it’s looking all the way down. This latest shitstorm? Yeah, it takes the cake and the beetroot tickle.The father who shunned me from birth lays cold and dead. The courts are in turmoil and after blood. My blood. I need to find his killer, yet that mystery pales in comparison to the madness crushing fae in its giant grip.I’m desperate to find the door to Underhill before true anarchy descends. The answers I seek are on the other side, I’m sure of it.With two gifted swords, a magic shield, some finnicky power, and dubious spirit for company, I must locate the path to our native realm again. And if I can manage that while resisting the Unseelie fae stalking my every footstep, then all the better.But I am part human after all.If you can’t get enough of Jennifer L. Armentrout, Sarah J. Mass, Holly Black or Elise Kova, you will love this journey into the fae world where impossible love and an explosive story will leave you breathless for more!

      A Throne Of Feathers and Bone
      4.1
    • I am cursed by the desert I was born in, and now I wander the space between the Walls meant to hold my kind-the supernatural kind- in. If I can find a way out, if I can find a way to escape, perhaps I can outrun this curse. But that means passing through the Ice Witch's realm-something no one has returned from. But life has a funny way of changing directions on you. A freak accident. A child in danger. And a damn Warlock named Merlin who thinks he can manipulate me. It looks like I'm about to start a journey I never planned on, to face a Witch who has never been challenged, in an attempt to survive a storm of magic, danger, and trickery.

      The Desert Cursed Series - 1: Witch's Reign
      4.1
    • Golden 1

      • 390 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      The Little Mermaid meets Loki in this dark, twisted retelling that’s anything but a Fairy Tale. In this world, foes look like friends, the heroes are deliciously wicked, and you’ll never see the end coming. Ten years ago, I ‘died’, and it was the best thing that ever happened to me. I should have known it wouldn't last. Once my family thought I was dead I was finally free to live. Until the day my brother walks into my tiny bookshop. No one leaves the Grayling pack and gets away with it. They drag me back, but not for the reason I believe. My mother has made an enemy of a powerful witch and I am to take the punishment meant for her. Death would have been kinder. This curse? What I am now? It's so much worse than I could have imagined. She didn't just cut me off from my wolf, or even simply kill me. She made me a golden retriever and sent me to a shelter. I'm ready to die in truth now, I'm hoping for it even. And then my mate walks in...but how am I supposed to convince him I'm the strong partner he needs to help him stop the end of the world when I can’t stop wagging my freaking tail?

      Golden 1
      3.8
    • Fangs and Fennel

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      The delicious sequel to Venom and Vanilla, from USA Today bestselling author Shannon Mayer. Alena Budrene is not just a gifted Seattle baker--she's also a supernatural. Having survived the virus that made her transformation necessary and outwitted an attack by a Greek hero, she's ready to settle down and deal with the challenges of living as a "Super Duper." But nothing is easy for a woman who can turn into a giant snake. Threatened by her unprecedented strength, Alena's enemies team up against her. What's next on the menu? The duplicitous demigod Theseus--backed by a ruthless vampire gang and the power-hungry goddess Hera--is determined to lure her into a glorious, and rather public, battle to the death. Now humans, even the ones Alena risks her life to protect, are afraid to acknowledge her existence. And when the friends who once rallied around her begin to fall prey to Theseus's manipulative schemes, Alena realizes she must act before she loses everything. But will the price of success be too high to pay?

      Fangs and Fennel
      3.8
    • Queen of the fae courts. Faced with an impossible battle. Destined to never be with the Unseelie I love. The magical tea has worn off. My eyes are wide open. And it's with horror that I realize the fate of two realms rests on my shoulders after my mother's ultimate sacrifice to trap Rubezahl in Underhill. Terrified humans clamoring for answers, whispered rumors from both Seelie and Unseelie, and a stepmother who seeks the throne for surprising reasons are the least of my troubles. Rubezahl has returned far sooner than I thought possible. I'm not ready. I can't win this. And not only that... He has something crucial if we are to win. He's taken something I cannot live without. The place of the final battle has been decided, and two armies will meet. Yet forces beyond my understanding must be satisfied first--old magics rise and demand their dues. There is no option but to race and decipher the puzzle to save the man I love, the friends more important to me than my own life, and humans and fae alike. Two realms. Only I can save them. We're screwed. If you can't get enough of Sarah J. Mass, Holly Black, or Jennifer L. Armentrout, you will love this vibrant world where impossible love and an explosive pace will leave you breathless!

      A Crown of Petals and Ice
      3.8
    • Venom and Vanilla

      • 240 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Successful Seattle baker Alena Budrene doesn't want to die. But when she's infected with a lethal virus spread by supernatural beings, her only chance for recovery is to make a deal with the devil--or in this case, a warlock. Though he saves her life, it looks nothing like the life she once knew--and neither does she. Alena is a new breed of "Supe" no one has ever seen before. Even the supernatural police don't know what she is. Now exiled to the northern side of the Wall, which marks the divide between humans and Supes, Alena is thrust into a dark and magical new world. But just as she begins to adjust to all things supernatural, she realizes that her transformation is the least of her worries--and it was no accident. She was chosen...to be killed by a Greek hero trying to make a name for himself once more. Alena was brought up to be subservient, preferring creating to fighting, and vanilla and honey to blood. But that was then. Now, to survive, she must stand up for herself--and this time she's got fangs. But will she be ready to use them?

      Venom and Vanilla
      3.5