Bunny's Reviews: Covet Me Review Spotlight

Mafia romance but make it paranormal!

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Covet Me is a standalone paranormal romance novel by Kel Carpenter and Aurelia Jane. This book is part of the Immortal Vices and Virtues series: Her Monstrous Mates – season 2. Yeah, there’s a first season. Go check ‘em out!

Covet Me is Nikki Ward’s story. Nikki has been through hell and back again. She has suffered loss – one of the most tragic of losses – the death of her sister. But an opportunity has finally “fallen” into her lap. The chance to get out from under her father’s thumb – one way or another. The spot for Chancellor is open and there is going to be an election to fill the role. But first? A series of trials to determine who will has the potential to fill the role and be what is needed.

Nikki has been made to feel less than by her father. She has little to no desire to find her mate(s) and be bound to them should they hold the same mentality as her father. But chaos is going to erupt when she pulls a page from one of her favorite Disney movies and takes her life into her own hands. Because, why not pull a Merida and fight for your own hand when your father decides to dangle you out there like a piece of meat as a prize to the winner?

When you start reading this paranormal romance you’re going to be pulled to the edge of your seat from the beginning. You’re going to find that Nikki is a mixed bag of a character. While you may like her one minute, and be rolling your eyes at her the next one thing is for sure. Nikki Ward is one unforgettable character. She may be a part of the syndicate, but she’s looking to change things. She sees the harm that is being done and wants a better life for the people who have to live under her family.

You gotta commend her for that. You really do. Nikki brings humor, snark, and a tiny bit of humility to this story. Yeah, I said tiny bit...she brings a touch, but she does bring a healthy dose of confidence. Sometimes the confidence comes off more as arrogance, but it’s a thin line that gets a game or two of jump-rope in this particular novel.

Nikki has a nasty history that brought a lot of pain and loss to her life. You’re going to want to learn the truth behind all of that, but just hang in there! The authors are going to give you answers that will literally have your jaw on the floor. But! First things first! The trials! Inorder to get anywhere – Nikki has to survive the trials. I honestly expected more from the trials. My brain heard trials and went all “Hunger Games” and what we get is more mafia style. Well, if mafia’s had a style of trials to allow someone the opportunity to take on the role of a higher up in the organization.

Though, the real danger seems to be outside of the trials themselves. Nikki crossing paths with her mates is going to bring a new level of drama into her life, but so are the deaths of other contenders in the trials. Who is targetting them and why? Is Nikki the target or are the attacks random and anyone is fair game?

Life may have gotten in the way – more than once or twice – for these authors, but this book is really something. They wanted to make sure to drop in surprises for readers as often as they could. They were literally like “Oh! You think that’s all there is? Hold on! We have something else for you.” So prepare for surprises throughout this book. Quite a few can and will be found in the final chapters of this story. You’re going to love it.

As this book is a standalone novel you’re going to get an entire storyline from beginning to end with a HEA to tie it all off. You get epic moments with Nikki. Steamy scenes with her and her mates that will have you grabbing a fan...or a cool/cold shower. LOL! There is a fight, but it’s a touch unfortunate that the “big fight” isn’t bigger and more epic than what we get. When you read “King of the Monsters” you think two things – 1) Godzilla (seriously, who doesn’t think that when they hear those words? LOL), and 2) an epic fight. I just wanted this fight to be more epic and dramatic. Something to really satisfy readers.

All in all, this book is enjoyable and satisfying. Readers who like paranormal romance novels are not going to want to miss out on this book or any of the others that are sure to be included in this series.

4.5 out of 5 stars

Thank you to the authors, Kel Carpenter and Aurelia Jane, and R&R Book Tours for the opportunity to read and review this book! I look forward to what comes next!

Covet Me: An Arranged Marriage Paranormal Mafia Standalone

(Immortal Vices and Virtues: Her Monstrous Mates #1)

Publication Date: March 31, 2023

Genre: PNR

In our world, power is king, and I’m the ultimate bartering chip.I’m the daughter of the Don, but my life as a mafia princess is far from a fairytale.
Trapped in a pretty cage, my family clipped my wings so that I can fill the role all princesses are tasked: to marry a prince and secure an alliance. My mob boss father would give anything to gain an edge over the rest of the Supernatural Syndicates in New York—including me.

So my dad makes a deal.
The terms are simple.

Win the election to become the new leader of Earth and Emerald. Win me.

Except . . . I’m not a very good princess and I have no intention of playing nice.

These men want to compete for me? Fine—but no one said I couldn’t compete for myself.
The trials may be deadly, but I’ve got an ace up my sleeve they won’t see coming.

There’s just one tiny problem.
Out of nowhere, the very mating call I’d hoped to never experience consumes me, and I go into heat—at the worst time ever.

Talk about a sticky situation.

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Covet Me is a spicy standalone paranormal romance in the Immortal Vices and Virtues universe. You can expect enemies-to-lovers pulse pounding romance and three possessive mates that will do anything for their little firebird. There is NO cliffhangers and a guaranteed HEA in every book. Mature themes will be present. Reader discretion is advised.

About the Authors

Kel Carpenter and Aurelia Jane are the hilarious team behind the international bestselling series, A Demon’s Guide to the Afterlife.

They pride themselves in being absolute weirdos, spending hours on the phone coming up with detailed worlds and laughing about crazy ideas for torturing characters. While they believe they each have the personality of a rabid badger, people still seem to like them okay.

They share a love of coffee, travel, and tacos, and they’ve made some adorable tiny people with their equally weird husbands. Best friends and work wives, Kel has the audacity to live in Maryland while Aurelia lives in Texas, but they try to see each other as much as possible.

Aurelia Jane

Kel Carpenter