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Twisted Fate Trilogy #3
Chosen Destiny
Fate has once again torn my world apart, leaving me shattered.
For years, I've lived with a cold void, clueless about my life before joining my childhood pack.
Just as the secrets of my past were about to be unveiled, tragedy struck.
The one person who held the key to unlocking my memories was taken from me, and with them, my fated mate, Bodey—leaving me exposed and fractured.
But in this darkness, an unexpected truth emerges.
The very act that was meant to weaken me has instead awakened a fierce strength.
A primal wolf, hidden deep within, surges forward, driven by a relentless desire to rescue Bodey and protect my people.
My resolve is unyielding—I will do whatever it takes to reclaim my mate and keep my people safe.
Even if it means walking into the jaws of danger.
The battle lines are drawn, and I'm ready to fight everyone that’s screwed me over.
Get this steamy and suspenseful forced proximity, touch her and unalive, broody male, fated mates, royal wolf shifter romance today!
For years, I've lived with a cold void, clueless about my life before joining my childhood pack.
Just as the secrets of my past were about to be unveiled, tragedy struck.
The one person who held the key to unlocking my memories was taken from me, and with them, my fated mate, Bodey—leaving me exposed and fractured.
But in this darkness, an unexpected truth emerges.
The very act that was meant to weaken me has instead awakened a fierce strength.
A primal wolf, hidden deep within, surges forward, driven by a relentless desire to rescue Bodey and protect my people.
My resolve is unyielding—I will do whatever it takes to reclaim my mate and keep my people safe.
Even if it means walking into the jaws of danger.
The battle lines are drawn, and I'm ready to fight everyone that’s screwed me over.
Get this steamy and suspenseful forced proximity, touch her and unalive, broody male, fated mates, royal wolf shifter romance today!
358 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 7, 2023
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Reading has always been one of my favorite hobbies, even as a little girl. When I was a toddler, my parents would read stories to me over and over. I would hear them so often that I had the books memorized and could recite the story word by word.
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Reading has always been one of my favorite hobbies, even as a little girl. When I was a toddler, my parents would read stories to me over and over. I would hear them so often that I had the books memorized and could recite the story word by word.
My favorite genres are fantasy, paranormal, and contemporary romance. So of course that's what I'm inclined to write.
I have a husband, two young daughters, and a mini Australian Shepherd. I've lived in Tennessee the majority of my life and love the state.
I'm extremely addicted to caffeine and enjoy drinking coffee and lattes.
I am so pleased that you stopped by my page! Please feel free to follow or contact me at the following pages -
email - authorjenlgrey@gmail.com
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February 24, 2024
***SPOILERS***
After two books of constant battles and one thing after another, the end of this series was so abrupt that it made me angry.
The action was well-written but there was very little substance between action scenes (seriously, the Fast and Furious movies have more story than this third book did).
There was a prophesy that was barely mentioned and should have been explored, working it into the story. Some plot points that were so obvious, it was insulting to the characters (like, OBVIOUSLY, Zeke knew the witch who took away Callie's memories...he said he took her to a witch to be healed and that witch killed his best friend so the fact that it took her getting her memories back to reveal it was an absolute insult to her character). I normally do not mind predictability in books because, let's face it, it's REALLY hard to throw in huge plot twists, even if you're a mystery writer. But with this one, I felt it insulted everyone's intelligence. And the death we were all waiting for was SOOOOOO anti-climactic and unsatisfying and it wasn't even done by any of the characters who should have been able to inflict pain. And they didn't even give us a single line about how locking away her mate made her crazier throughout the years.
I think it would have been great if the books had a little less action so you could dig into the characters deeper. I would have loved to see it written using alternating chapters to show different points of view (especially for the other couples who, predictably, found their fated mates). The character perspectives could have changed from book to book with Callie and Bodey being the constants.
I didn't dislike the books but I was disappointed overall.
After two books of constant battles and one thing after another, the end of this series was so abrupt that it made me angry.
The action was well-written but there was very little substance between action scenes (seriously, the Fast and Furious movies have more story than this third book did).
There was a prophesy that was barely mentioned and should have been explored, working it into the story. Some plot points that were so obvious, it was insulting to the characters (like, OBVIOUSLY, Zeke knew the witch who took away Callie's memories...he said he took her to a witch to be healed and that witch killed his best friend so the fact that it took her getting her memories back to reveal it was an absolute insult to her character). I normally do not mind predictability in books because, let's face it, it's REALLY hard to throw in huge plot twists, even if you're a mystery writer. But with this one, I felt it insulted everyone's intelligence. And the death we were all waiting for was SOOOOOO anti-climactic and unsatisfying and it wasn't even done by any of the characters who should have been able to inflict pain. And they didn't even give us a single line about how locking away her mate made her crazier throughout the years.
I think it would have been great if the books had a little less action so you could dig into the characters deeper. I would have loved to see it written using alternating chapters to show different points of view (especially for the other couples who, predictably, found their fated mates). The character perspectives could have changed from book to book with Callie and Bodey being the constants.
I didn't dislike the books but I was disappointed overall.
December 15, 2023
enjoyable series that fell a little short
This was an enjoyable series that fell a little short.
I don’t like Theo and he shouldnt be in charge of a paper bag let alone a pack….a lot of the side characters in this book were written in ways that didn’t make a lot of sense and major plot lines were resolved in single page and still don’t understand Kel and Zeke or many other subplots.
Main plot and main characters were good and interesting but I almost felt like this trilogy needed another book to resolve and show the queens rulership she only comes into her own about 20 pages before the end.
Dina was a great character that I wish I knew more about.
The fast pace action of this book left little time for character development and intrigues that should’ve had a better resolution.
Overall I enjoyed the adventure but I think having 4 books would’ve served this series better I wanted to see what kind of queen she would be
This was an enjoyable series that fell a little short.
I don’t like Theo and he shouldnt be in charge of a paper bag let alone a pack….a lot of the side characters in this book were written in ways that didn’t make a lot of sense and major plot lines were resolved in single page and still don’t understand Kel and Zeke or many other subplots.
Main plot and main characters were good and interesting but I almost felt like this trilogy needed another book to resolve and show the queens rulership she only comes into her own about 20 pages before the end.
Dina was a great character that I wish I knew more about.
The fast pace action of this book left little time for character development and intrigues that should’ve had a better resolution.
Overall I enjoyed the adventure but I think having 4 books would’ve served this series better I wanted to see what kind of queen she would be
March 24, 2024
So I generally loved this series. I do, however, have some issues with the storyline.
1. When Callie learned that Wolfsbaine was used by the enemy wolves, she kind of brushed the risk away. First of all, you’re all wolves. Isn’t clawing and scratching your thing? If wolves have died by a mere scratch, shouldn’t you go in more prepared and not Bank on the fact that they may not have enough time to prepare since you’re going to do a surprise attack? That’s a pretty big gamble and I had an issue with the callousness of her decision. Also, what was the point of bringing up Wolfsbaine if we somehow were not gonna incorporate it into the story. Kind of sounded like a waste.
2. When Dina lost her magic, how did she sense the perimeter line? It was never explained. How did she open the door to the prison? Never explained. How did she sense that there was magic at the unattached garage? Again, Never explained.
3. Also Lynerd going undercover……….. even though I expected there would be a twist with him, I did not buy it in the end. It could have been that he realized that the queen was losing and therefore decided to switch sides at the last minute again. You’re telling me that he told no one that he was faking it? Not one person? Not his mate.? Not his coven? I felt like with him we needed more proof that he had always planned to be a double agent, not just because he said so. That’s lazy writing.
4. When Zeke was given a gun, why didn’t he use it to escape? He knew he was toast by that point. His personality was clearly outlined as selfish. I’m surprised that he didn’t injure more wolves, or turned the gun on Callie when he had the chance
5. In regards to Queen Kel, why did she decide to attack 17 years after the death of the previous king? Why wait? She locked up her mate for 15 years. You would think that she would have started to go crazy soon after that, and attacking when there’s a power vacuum would be easier. But she waited to attack until Callie’s brother was going to be crowned? That makes no sense. If I was Queen Kel, I would’ve tried to take advantage of his young age, and the fact that there is a power vacuum and attack when there’s no leadership.
6. Pacing was WAY off. Too much fight scenes and not enough down time scenes. It was exhausting.
7. We needed more in depth character development with all the characters. All character development that was there felt overshadowed by all the fighting.
This is the lowest score I’ve ever given this author in any book. Generally all her books I have given five stars. Which makes me all the more disappointed that I was disappointed with how this book ended.
1. When Callie learned that Wolfsbaine was used by the enemy wolves, she kind of brushed the risk away. First of all, you’re all wolves. Isn’t clawing and scratching your thing? If wolves have died by a mere scratch, shouldn’t you go in more prepared and not Bank on the fact that they may not have enough time to prepare since you’re going to do a surprise attack? That’s a pretty big gamble and I had an issue with the callousness of her decision. Also, what was the point of bringing up Wolfsbaine if we somehow were not gonna incorporate it into the story. Kind of sounded like a waste.
2. When Dina lost her magic, how did she sense the perimeter line? It was never explained. How did she open the door to the prison? Never explained. How did she sense that there was magic at the unattached garage? Again, Never explained.
3. Also Lynerd going undercover……….. even though I expected there would be a twist with him, I did not buy it in the end. It could have been that he realized that the queen was losing and therefore decided to switch sides at the last minute again. You’re telling me that he told no one that he was faking it? Not one person? Not his mate.? Not his coven? I felt like with him we needed more proof that he had always planned to be a double agent, not just because he said so. That’s lazy writing.
4. When Zeke was given a gun, why didn’t he use it to escape? He knew he was toast by that point. His personality was clearly outlined as selfish. I’m surprised that he didn’t injure more wolves, or turned the gun on Callie when he had the chance
5. In regards to Queen Kel, why did she decide to attack 17 years after the death of the previous king? Why wait? She locked up her mate for 15 years. You would think that she would have started to go crazy soon after that, and attacking when there’s a power vacuum would be easier. But she waited to attack until Callie’s brother was going to be crowned? That makes no sense. If I was Queen Kel, I would’ve tried to take advantage of his young age, and the fact that there is a power vacuum and attack when there’s no leadership.
6. Pacing was WAY off. Too much fight scenes and not enough down time scenes. It was exhausting.
7. We needed more in depth character development with all the characters. All character development that was there felt overshadowed by all the fighting.
This is the lowest score I’ve ever given this author in any book. Generally all her books I have given five stars. Which makes me all the more disappointed that I was disappointed with how this book ended.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 1, 2024
3 stars!! this one took me a minute to finish… I felt like the conflict was just getting far too dragged on but it was good nonetheless! I think I will take a break from the werewolf world after this… but do not fear I will return. Currently searching for my next read 👀👀
September 16, 2024
Finally done!! It was very frustrating and long. They kept on banging when serious things are going on.🙄
January 3, 2025
This series progressively worsened. The ending was a dud. It felt like the author just gave up and finished the book to fill a quota. Unfortunate b/c I really liked the first book.
September 7, 2026
Great ending
Wow, this series had my nerves shot. I have not read a bad series from Jen yet and this one was definitely one of my favorites with non-stop action, heartbreak, nervousness, laughter, surprise, and joy! Well done!
Wow, this series had my nerves shot. I have not read a bad series from Jen yet and this one was definitely one of my favorites with non-stop action, heartbreak, nervousness, laughter, surprise, and joy! Well done!
December 28, 2023
Overly complicated.
The author spent too much time on fight scene descriptions and not enough on character development. Most of the story was predictable and the parts that were entertaining were short and lacked development. Super misogynistic story. Self doubting
Queen surrounded by strong wolves ( all male) it's just a damsel in less distress story...
The author spent too much time on fight scene descriptions and not enough on character development. Most of the story was predictable and the parts that were entertaining were short and lacked development. Super misogynistic story. Self doubting
Queen surrounded by strong wolves ( all male) it's just a damsel in less distress story...
January 4, 2026
Einfach langweilig. Eine Szene ist ungefähr 200 Seiten lang. Die Gespräche drehen sich nur im Kreis. Ich musste es jetzt mitten drin aufgeben. Es ging einfach nicht mehr. Schade. Der erste Teil war deutlich am besten von allen dreien.
December 7, 2023
Queen Kel had Brodey. Freeing her mate was now Callie’s single most important mission. So why was she locked into an old but very clear memory of a time when she was five years old with her parents?
She couldn’t pull herself out of her memories. It was the night of the fire and suddenly she had answers to why, how and who had caused the blaze that had destroyed her childhood home and killed her parents. She had come face to face with the witch who had stolen her memories, the death and blood needed to bind her wolf played out before her eyes. He would pay, perhaps not quickly with the end of his life but rather with a lifetime of pain and degradation. She would see to it!
Callie was finally able to pull herself from her memories and after ordering the murderer be secured, she reached out to Brodey through their mind link. At first there was nothing. Then, pain and a weak touch; he was alive. Riding in the back of a van with guards watching over him, he kept still; his eyes closed. He needed to let Callie know he was okay but didn’t want to alert the guards that he was conscious. Their favorite activity was to bring him pain. For now, without a fixed destination for where they were taking him Callie had to gather her most trusted people and plan a means to thwart the exchange Queen Kel insisted on in two days. Her life for Brodey’s.
Traveling to Oregan territory to speak with Lynerd, the alpha of the territory, she would dispose of Zeke as the Royal Advisor. She would offer Lynerd the position of Royal Advisor as her father had planned to do seventeen years ago, before his death. Jasmine, Brodey’s sister, too had offered the suggestion that Callie request help from the Midwest pack under King Sutton. Jasmine had gone to university with Katelin whose father held a position similar to the royal advisors here. If Jasmine could get Katelin to convince her father to help perhaps, he could persuade King Sutton to join forces with them, as well. After all, if Queen Kel defeated them, her next point of attack would be the Midwest pact. The woman was power mad; she had delusions of conquering and ruling over the world.
Callie was struggling without Brodey at her side. True mates were one half of a whole. They find the pluck to continue on in the face of all odds as long as they have each other, gain strength through their touch, shared magic and ability to communicate telepathically to share their thoughts. With Brodey being tortured and unconscious much of the time, he was always in pain when he was awake. Mates have empathic abilities that allowed Callie to draw some of Brodey’s pain away from him and take it on herself. He argued but she wouldn’t listen. So far Queen Kel had not tried to prevent them from communicating, as if she wanted Callie to be well aware of Brodey’s pain and suffering. Throwing her off guard; second guessing her decisions.
Katelin was able to convince her father, at least, to join the battle against Queen Kel and stand with them during the transfer of Callie for Brodey. Queen Kel was unaware of how close to the rendezvous point Callie and her groups were. This meant that they could reach it quicker and set up a trap since she didn’t trust Kel. Nor was the Queen aware of the Midwest group that had joined them. The Midwest group would stay just out of wolf senses range until called upon. What Callie and her advisor’s hadn’t counted on was a traitor in their midst. Just as the trade was taking place, she had Brodey in the hands of her people when the traitor warned Queen Kel of the trap. After losing several lives in the battle, with twice as many badly wounded, the rest of Callie’s group of wolves barely made it out alive.
The battle rages on though out but Callie stands strong, still learning how to proceed as a royal who had never been trained for the position. There had been some mistakes made, with less wolves and fear for those she loved as well as those under her protection, Callie’s uncertainly about winning against a viscous, cold blooded, killer plagued her at times. Kel’s cold-blooded methods meant ruling by domination and the magic of others whom she held under her control. Callie knew that defeating Kel was the only way to bring peace to all the territories around them but at what cost. Too many were counting her on. Could she truly defeat Queen Kel?
For a good bit during the first part of the tale Brodey wasn’t physically there but we heard him and felt him through Callie’s connection to him, which was what kept her going. Many of the characters from the first to books are back, their very distinct personalities enliven, arouse emotions, cause a good deal of angst and some humor to lighten this war-ravaged land. Queen Kel could give Voldemort a run for his money; she was definitely an evil, power-hungry genius. But like many her power over others was not from loyalty but from fear and dark magic.
Once again there is romance and not only between Callie and Brodey, other characters as well find their mates during these turbulent times. There is death, twists and turns, uncertainty, emotions that run high and angst that had me swiftly turning pages to see what would happen next. I learned to expect the unexpected and loved every minute of it. I highly recommend this finale of “The Twisted Fate” trilogy but get ready for a wild ride.
I received an advanced reader’s copy of this book in return for my unguarded opinion.
This addition is my review of the audio version of the book.
This is the end. The battle continues to the bitter finish, Caroline stumbles and Queen Kel is always one step ahead. No matter what, surrendering herself and her people isn't an option, nor can she leave Bodey to his fate. Functioning on a competent level without her mate beside her is taking its toll on Caroline.
Pain, sorrow, loss, fear and anger as the story picks up from “Eclipsed Heart”, Bodey is in the cruel hands of Queen Kel. She demands Caroline surrender herself, to relinquish her crown, and turn her people over to Queen Kel’s rule. Caroline would gladly trade herself for Bodey to stop his pain, to save him, but she knows Queen Kel would simply kill them both. She is not to be trusted. So many mistakes; so many of her people have perished, the cost of battling someone as unprincipled and evil as Queen Kel is taking its toll. But the traitor in their midst has cost Caroline trust in her own decisions and perhaps the trust of some of her people.
There is ongoing action, loss of friends, uncertainty of how to defeat Queen Kel without losing those closest to Caroline or even more of her people. Becoming Queen isn't easy; she has taken too many missteps, Kel is winning. As I listened to Lila Winters narration, I got pulled further into a story whose characters and plight had already become part of my book family, ones I love. Now I felt like I was living it, walking side by side with those fighting for those they love, their reality and their very lives. Lila Winters has a slightly husky intonation in her voice that helped me envision not only the characters but what they are feeling at the time. Her voice is clear, her pace well done. I had no problem hearing, understanding, or following along with her, even while driving in my car with outside sounds. If you enjoy paranormal romance with spice, drama, action and suspense this is one to spend time with.
I was given access to an advanced copy of this audio for my honest option of the narration.
She couldn’t pull herself out of her memories. It was the night of the fire and suddenly she had answers to why, how and who had caused the blaze that had destroyed her childhood home and killed her parents. She had come face to face with the witch who had stolen her memories, the death and blood needed to bind her wolf played out before her eyes. He would pay, perhaps not quickly with the end of his life but rather with a lifetime of pain and degradation. She would see to it!
Callie was finally able to pull herself from her memories and after ordering the murderer be secured, she reached out to Brodey through their mind link. At first there was nothing. Then, pain and a weak touch; he was alive. Riding in the back of a van with guards watching over him, he kept still; his eyes closed. He needed to let Callie know he was okay but didn’t want to alert the guards that he was conscious. Their favorite activity was to bring him pain. For now, without a fixed destination for where they were taking him Callie had to gather her most trusted people and plan a means to thwart the exchange Queen Kel insisted on in two days. Her life for Brodey’s.
Traveling to Oregan territory to speak with Lynerd, the alpha of the territory, she would dispose of Zeke as the Royal Advisor. She would offer Lynerd the position of Royal Advisor as her father had planned to do seventeen years ago, before his death. Jasmine, Brodey’s sister, too had offered the suggestion that Callie request help from the Midwest pack under King Sutton. Jasmine had gone to university with Katelin whose father held a position similar to the royal advisors here. If Jasmine could get Katelin to convince her father to help perhaps, he could persuade King Sutton to join forces with them, as well. After all, if Queen Kel defeated them, her next point of attack would be the Midwest pact. The woman was power mad; she had delusions of conquering and ruling over the world.
Callie was struggling without Brodey at her side. True mates were one half of a whole. They find the pluck to continue on in the face of all odds as long as they have each other, gain strength through their touch, shared magic and ability to communicate telepathically to share their thoughts. With Brodey being tortured and unconscious much of the time, he was always in pain when he was awake. Mates have empathic abilities that allowed Callie to draw some of Brodey’s pain away from him and take it on herself. He argued but she wouldn’t listen. So far Queen Kel had not tried to prevent them from communicating, as if she wanted Callie to be well aware of Brodey’s pain and suffering. Throwing her off guard; second guessing her decisions.
Katelin was able to convince her father, at least, to join the battle against Queen Kel and stand with them during the transfer of Callie for Brodey. Queen Kel was unaware of how close to the rendezvous point Callie and her groups were. This meant that they could reach it quicker and set up a trap since she didn’t trust Kel. Nor was the Queen aware of the Midwest group that had joined them. The Midwest group would stay just out of wolf senses range until called upon. What Callie and her advisor’s hadn’t counted on was a traitor in their midst. Just as the trade was taking place, she had Brodey in the hands of her people when the traitor warned Queen Kel of the trap. After losing several lives in the battle, with twice as many badly wounded, the rest of Callie’s group of wolves barely made it out alive.
The battle rages on though out but Callie stands strong, still learning how to proceed as a royal who had never been trained for the position. There had been some mistakes made, with less wolves and fear for those she loved as well as those under her protection, Callie’s uncertainly about winning against a viscous, cold blooded, killer plagued her at times. Kel’s cold-blooded methods meant ruling by domination and the magic of others whom she held under her control. Callie knew that defeating Kel was the only way to bring peace to all the territories around them but at what cost. Too many were counting her on. Could she truly defeat Queen Kel?
For a good bit during the first part of the tale Brodey wasn’t physically there but we heard him and felt him through Callie’s connection to him, which was what kept her going. Many of the characters from the first to books are back, their very distinct personalities enliven, arouse emotions, cause a good deal of angst and some humor to lighten this war-ravaged land. Queen Kel could give Voldemort a run for his money; she was definitely an evil, power-hungry genius. But like many her power over others was not from loyalty but from fear and dark magic.
Once again there is romance and not only between Callie and Brodey, other characters as well find their mates during these turbulent times. There is death, twists and turns, uncertainty, emotions that run high and angst that had me swiftly turning pages to see what would happen next. I learned to expect the unexpected and loved every minute of it. I highly recommend this finale of “The Twisted Fate” trilogy but get ready for a wild ride.
I received an advanced reader’s copy of this book in return for my unguarded opinion.
This addition is my review of the audio version of the book.
This is the end. The battle continues to the bitter finish, Caroline stumbles and Queen Kel is always one step ahead. No matter what, surrendering herself and her people isn't an option, nor can she leave Bodey to his fate. Functioning on a competent level without her mate beside her is taking its toll on Caroline.
Pain, sorrow, loss, fear and anger as the story picks up from “Eclipsed Heart”, Bodey is in the cruel hands of Queen Kel. She demands Caroline surrender herself, to relinquish her crown, and turn her people over to Queen Kel’s rule. Caroline would gladly trade herself for Bodey to stop his pain, to save him, but she knows Queen Kel would simply kill them both. She is not to be trusted. So many mistakes; so many of her people have perished, the cost of battling someone as unprincipled and evil as Queen Kel is taking its toll. But the traitor in their midst has cost Caroline trust in her own decisions and perhaps the trust of some of her people.
There is ongoing action, loss of friends, uncertainty of how to defeat Queen Kel without losing those closest to Caroline or even more of her people. Becoming Queen isn't easy; she has taken too many missteps, Kel is winning. As I listened to Lila Winters narration, I got pulled further into a story whose characters and plight had already become part of my book family, ones I love. Now I felt like I was living it, walking side by side with those fighting for those they love, their reality and their very lives. Lila Winters has a slightly husky intonation in her voice that helped me envision not only the characters but what they are feeling at the time. Her voice is clear, her pace well done. I had no problem hearing, understanding, or following along with her, even while driving in my car with outside sounds. If you enjoy paranormal romance with spice, drama, action and suspense this is one to spend time with.
I was given access to an advanced copy of this audio for my honest option of the narration.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 5, 2025
I hate when a series gets progressively worse as it goes along. Character reactions are off: MC's parents are murdered, but other character expects this murderer to stay on as an advisor. This world is based on ours, these characters interact with the human world. There's no way this is a genuine reaction. MC gets blamed for things that can't possibly be her fault, but everyone acts like it is. Only ONE character is proactive in the conflict, but he doesn't clue anyone in. It's weird, it's jarring, and I strongly dislike it. I was hoping this would be so much better than it was. YMMV. Happy reading.
January 6, 2024
So sad to finish this series. I really loved it.
July 6, 2024
Awesomeness!!
I read it in one afternoon!! I loved it!! The best series' are the ones you don't want to end and just want more of- and this is one of those for me.
I read it in one afternoon!! I loved it!! The best series' are the ones you don't want to end and just want more of- and this is one of those for me.
July 21, 2024
I really like the ending of this one. Team work is amazing and it was fun to see who the true allies were in the end.
May 1, 2025
Very good trilogy. Very frustrating at times but definitely worth the read!
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January 16, 2026I’m sick in the head I know I heard you the first time
May 1, 2026
Nothing special and I really struggled to finish this book!
June 6, 2026
Was really good however I felt the ending was lacking something! Brilliant series and would definitely recommend! ❤️
January 15, 2024
I read all three books!
I kinda sorta enjoyed the storyline, but I didn't like any of the characters. Especially the main character. I kept waiting to see her strength, but it didn't happen.
I kinda sorta enjoyed the storyline, but I didn't like any of the characters. Especially the main character. I kept waiting to see her strength, but it didn't happen.
May 22, 2024
Good conclusion. Great fight scenes, good character development. But damn, way too much detail. I don’t care where all fourteen characters sit around the room. Nor do I care which vehicle each individual character gets in. 🤦♀️
This book could have been at least 1/3 shorter.
This book could have been at least 1/3 shorter.
August 1, 2024
Ugh! I blame Kindle Unlimited for recommending this series over and over again. I was weak and caved and shouldn't have.
I'll admit I did want to see how it all ended so I'll give them that.
But there were so many things annoying about this series.
1. Callie is annoying as shit. And she was right to think she didn't deserve to be queen cause she didn't.
2. Callie and Bodey constantly calling each other babe or baby. Super annoying. I hate babe... be a little more unique. (Plus in the last book it was literally every other time they said something to each other)
3. The constant talking in each others heads. How often were they all just sitting there in silence while everyone had conversations in there heads instead of out loud? Just stupid. I understand that could be useful for when you needed to be sneaky but not while your all sitting in the same damn room.
4. There is no sense of urgency from Callie or Bodey. "Someone's under attack?! We should probably sit here and talk about it in our heads and argue over who is going, make out, consider having sex. Oh that's right.. someone is dying."
5. The nuzzling and stroking and bullshit was constant. Can you not keep it in your pants for a few minutes while you discuss war? PDA is fine but when it's all the time it's not believable.
I'll admit I did want to see how it all ended so I'll give them that.
But there were so many things annoying about this series.
1. Callie is annoying as shit. And she was right to think she didn't deserve to be queen cause she didn't.
2. Callie and Bodey constantly calling each other babe or baby. Super annoying. I hate babe... be a little more unique. (Plus in the last book it was literally every other time they said something to each other)
3. The constant talking in each others heads. How often were they all just sitting there in silence while everyone had conversations in there heads instead of out loud? Just stupid. I understand that could be useful for when you needed to be sneaky but not while your all sitting in the same damn room.
4. There is no sense of urgency from Callie or Bodey. "Someone's under attack?! We should probably sit here and talk about it in our heads and argue over who is going, make out, consider having sex. Oh that's right.. someone is dying."
5. The nuzzling and stroking and bullshit was constant. Can you not keep it in your pants for a few minutes while you discuss war? PDA is fine but when it's all the time it's not believable.
February 2, 2024
**spoiler**
this book seriously broke me and not in a good way. I never fought my way through a book like this, I could barely motivate myself to read it. would this be the first in the series, i wouldn't continue reading it.
everything that is kinda built in the first book was kept so shallow in the last book it's unreal to me. the male main role is held captive and being rescued, he's unrecognizable and beaten to a pulp and the first thing they do is having sexy time? 😀 like the author had the chance to put depth into her characters, giving them a place to grow but she took the shallow road, which made these characters seem silly and immature. the main pair irritated me so much that i skipped mostly every part of them where they interacted bc she said smth, he wasn't a fan of her opinion, she took his opinion as her own telling him she loved him 😀 what is this ?
honestly, my pure will to get closure on this book made me power through this book.
if you want immature characters, without any depth, genuine feelings and a shallow relationship, this book is for you.
this book seriously broke me and not in a good way. I never fought my way through a book like this, I could barely motivate myself to read it. would this be the first in the series, i wouldn't continue reading it.
everything that is kinda built in the first book was kept so shallow in the last book it's unreal to me. the male main role is held captive and being rescued, he's unrecognizable and beaten to a pulp and the first thing they do is having sexy time? 😀 like the author had the chance to put depth into her characters, giving them a place to grow but she took the shallow road, which made these characters seem silly and immature. the main pair irritated me so much that i skipped mostly every part of them where they interacted bc she said smth, he wasn't a fan of her opinion, she took his opinion as her own telling him she loved him 😀 what is this ?
honestly, my pure will to get closure on this book made me power through this book.
if you want immature characters, without any depth, genuine feelings and a shallow relationship, this book is for you.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 29, 2024
Shifter Fantasy/Romance
I definitely tried to get into this story, and while it was ok, it’s not my favorite shifter fantasy romance. I do think the spicy scenes were done fantastically, but the story line didn’t pull me in and propel me to keep reading like other stories have. The Moon Touched shifter series was incredible and I couldn’t stop reading. This series, I felt like I had to force myself to finish it. I don’t DNF books really ever, and I did want to know what was going to happen with the main villain, but I picked up and finished three other book while reading this one.
I definitely tried to get into this story, and while it was ok, it’s not my favorite shifter fantasy romance. I do think the spicy scenes were done fantastically, but the story line didn’t pull me in and propel me to keep reading like other stories have. The Moon Touched shifter series was incredible and I couldn’t stop reading. This series, I felt like I had to force myself to finish it. I don’t DNF books really ever, and I did want to know what was going to happen with the main villain, but I picked up and finished three other book while reading this one.
December 21, 2023
This book was terrible. I genuinely enjoyed the first two but by the end of this one I was skimming through the words just so I could finish it. Every “twist” was predictable, every sex scene was an exact copy from the previous two books. Every character was one dimensional and it was riddled with plot holes and spelling mistakes. Even referring as the Oxbow pack which has been a part of the story since book one as Oxford multiple times. The first two weren’t literary works of art but at least they were enjoyable. This was so dry and predictable that I could not physically enjoy reading it.
January 7, 2024
Whew!!!
Where do I even begin! Kel and Brodey are my favorites. This was a fast pace listen that kept me on the edge of my seat. I felt like the author did a wonderful job with all of the dangers that Kel and Brodey had to face and to protect her people. The narrator by Lila Winters, does a wonderful job portraying Kel and portraying many of the characters in the book. I was engaged till the very end! If you're looking for a steamy, suspenseful shifter series with heart, be sure to check this one out!
Where do I even begin! Kel and Brodey are my favorites. This was a fast pace listen that kept me on the edge of my seat. I felt like the author did a wonderful job with all of the dangers that Kel and Brodey had to face and to protect her people. The narrator by Lila Winters, does a wonderful job portraying Kel and portraying many of the characters in the book. I was engaged till the very end! If you're looking for a steamy, suspenseful shifter series with heart, be sure to check this one out!
August 6, 2024
I should have stopped reading the series after book 1, but I kept hoping for each next book to have redeeming qualities. The fight scenes will bore you to tears, and the never ending references to songs and lyrics will make you roll your eyes. I love music and its therapeutic tendencies, but this book/series missed the mark on so many levels. The storyline had some potential but it was wasted on corny predictability. Unless you need to pass time while listening to a book that doesn’t require your full attention to follow the storyline… I would pass on this entire series.
August 8, 2026
While I truly enjoyed the whole series this one fell a little flat for me… felt like it was constant battle scene, everyone heal, oh no she got us we have to go fight again! And repeat…. And then the final battle ending moment was SO fast and I expected to know a bit more about the aftermath but we got 2 paragraphs of some mind link details and then it was done. Left me confused and wanting more while also wanting the book to be done
March 24, 2025
Enemies to Lovers/Shifters/Single PoV
SYNOPSIS (of 3 Book Series): The story is set in a world where shifters exist but humans do not know about them. Each region of the North Western states is overseen by a Royal Advisor. There used to be a king and queen but they were killed in a fire and their son, who survived, is just about to be crowned king. The FC, Callie, is the runt of the pack who is unable to shift. She was brought into the pack one day when she was 7 by the pack Alpha who is also a Royal Advisor and given to a shifter family to adopt. She is bullied by the pack her whole life as well as her sister and the pack Alpha. One day when she is out walking she is attacked by her sister and her boyfriend and is saved by the 4 Royal Advisers. Ultimately they take her away from her pack and she learns that her wolf was bound by magic and she is not who she thought she was. The story arcs over the development of her relationship with the MC and the fight the North West Territory is having with the South Western Queen who wants to take over the North Western Territory as well as who Ava actually is.
Heat Level: 🌶️🌶️/🍆🍆🍆 This is a slow burn but the amount of heat picks up as the series progress and the number of scenes increases. There’s no kink but the scenes are hot and add depth to the relationship of the FC/Mc
The story starts well. It’s certainly not unique and instead ticks all the standard trope boxes with the FC starting as the weak wolf who is bullied and put down and then turns into the strong, kick ass wolf with a mysterious background. The FC is strong and feisty and the MC is very likeable. The story arc develops the relationship between the MC and FC well with sufficient backstory being dropped in to add interest as well as a gradual evolution of Callie’s history and a strong supporting cast.
Whilst there is a good amount of drama and action the story seems to stall and go into a holding pattern for a while. It became repetitive with the constant attacks by the South Western Queen and the story felt like it was in limbo for a while, The fight scenes were well written but unfortunately, because there were so many of them, they became repetitive and boring. The final climax was well written and exciting although it came a bit out of the blue considering the FC had done nothing but then suddenly decided to take action with limited planning. The author dragged the story out and it would have been better to have spent a bit more time building up the ending.
The attempt at a plot twist in Book 2 didn’t make sense to me. The author was clearly going for dramatic effect but it didn’t gel with the previous actions of the individual and then the turn around justification at the end of Book 3 really didn’t work and was again, clearly intended to be a plot twist and intended to create drama.
The supporting cast of characters were fun and well developed adding good depth to the story even if they were a bit stereotypical with the quiet one and the fun one etc. Unfortunately whilst I initially found Jack to be fun and amusing he quickly began to wear with his antics and some of his comments and actions were far to juvenile for a supposed Royal Advisor responsible for his own region. It also became ridiculous with the amount of apparent fated mates that suddenly appeared.
I felt there were gaps in the ending and explanations missed. We never really found out why the South Western Queen behaved as she did or why she treated her fated mate as she did. It made no sense. I also wanted her to get a bit more justice after everything she had gone through, it was all a bit quick in the end.
Overall this was a fun trilogy with a good story but it would have done better as a duet.
SYNOPSIS (of 3 Book Series): The story is set in a world where shifters exist but humans do not know about them. Each region of the North Western states is overseen by a Royal Advisor. There used to be a king and queen but they were killed in a fire and their son, who survived, is just about to be crowned king. The FC, Callie, is the runt of the pack who is unable to shift. She was brought into the pack one day when she was 7 by the pack Alpha who is also a Royal Advisor and given to a shifter family to adopt. She is bullied by the pack her whole life as well as her sister and the pack Alpha. One day when she is out walking she is attacked by her sister and her boyfriend and is saved by the 4 Royal Advisers. Ultimately they take her away from her pack and she learns that her wolf was bound by magic and she is not who she thought she was. The story arcs over the development of her relationship with the MC and the fight the North West Territory is having with the South Western Queen who wants to take over the North Western Territory as well as who Ava actually is.
Heat Level: 🌶️🌶️/🍆🍆🍆 This is a slow burn but the amount of heat picks up as the series progress and the number of scenes increases. There’s no kink but the scenes are hot and add depth to the relationship of the FC/Mc
The story starts well. It’s certainly not unique and instead ticks all the standard trope boxes with the FC starting as the weak wolf who is bullied and put down and then turns into the strong, kick ass wolf with a mysterious background. The FC is strong and feisty and the MC is very likeable. The story arc develops the relationship between the MC and FC well with sufficient backstory being dropped in to add interest as well as a gradual evolution of Callie’s history and a strong supporting cast.
Whilst there is a good amount of drama and action the story seems to stall and go into a holding pattern for a while. It became repetitive with the constant attacks by the South Western Queen and the story felt like it was in limbo for a while, The fight scenes were well written but unfortunately, because there were so many of them, they became repetitive and boring. The final climax was well written and exciting although it came a bit out of the blue considering the FC had done nothing but then suddenly decided to take action with limited planning. The author dragged the story out and it would have been better to have spent a bit more time building up the ending.
The attempt at a plot twist in Book 2 didn’t make sense to me. The author was clearly going for dramatic effect but it didn’t gel with the previous actions of the individual and then the turn around justification at the end of Book 3 really didn’t work and was again, clearly intended to be a plot twist and intended to create drama.
The supporting cast of characters were fun and well developed adding good depth to the story even if they were a bit stereotypical with the quiet one and the fun one etc. Unfortunately whilst I initially found Jack to be fun and amusing he quickly began to wear with his antics and some of his comments and actions were far to juvenile for a supposed Royal Advisor responsible for his own region. It also became ridiculous with the amount of apparent fated mates that suddenly appeared.
I felt there were gaps in the ending and explanations missed. We never really found out why the South Western Queen behaved as she did or why she treated her fated mate as she did. It made no sense. I also wanted her to get a bit more justice after everything she had gone through, it was all a bit quick in the end.
Overall this was a fun trilogy with a good story but it would have done better as a duet.
November 29, 2023
The Twisted Fate Trilogy concludes with the third book in the series, Chosen Destiny. It was a good read with loads of challenges the characters had to overcome.
I was surprised to find Calli still struggling in the final book. By now most had a magic bullet and the MFC became a badass but Callie was more relatable. She struggled making decisions and it didn't help that the guys around her (not purposely) caused her to second guess herself. I liked the fact that Calli led with her heart. Calli stood with her people, admitted to her mistakes, and listened to the advice of those she trusted. Calli may be new to power but she is a good.
Bodey went through some stuff physically and mentally, and through that experience, he has grown. Bodey was never a bad guy but through some self-reflection, he has made some decisions that will make him even better. He has taken the steps to become a better mate to Calli and a better leader. The bond Calli and Bodey have is stronger than ever.
There was a load of developments in this book. One Queen Kel is channeling a true villain..she is hellbent on world domination and the monologs alone make me want to hit her. However, I hate to say it, Kel is still a powerhouse which is causing all kinds of problems. Then through in powerful Goddess, alliances, revelations, and a betrayal things were wild. On a better note, there were some pairings and Jack was still his loveable goofy self. He showed a deeper side (for only a second) of himself and it made me see him in a whole new light.
Wow! Chosen Destiny was a great conclusion to the Twisted series. This series was a little different from what Jen usually does and it kept me guessing until the very end and what an explosive ending it was. Jen kept me hanging until the very last minute. Finally confirmed some of my suspicions and a lot of other questions were answered. I'm looking forward to Jen's next series.
I was surprised to find Calli still struggling in the final book. By now most had a magic bullet and the MFC became a badass but Callie was more relatable. She struggled making decisions and it didn't help that the guys around her (not purposely) caused her to second guess herself. I liked the fact that Calli led with her heart. Calli stood with her people, admitted to her mistakes, and listened to the advice of those she trusted. Calli may be new to power but she is a good.
Bodey went through some stuff physically and mentally, and through that experience, he has grown. Bodey was never a bad guy but through some self-reflection, he has made some decisions that will make him even better. He has taken the steps to become a better mate to Calli and a better leader. The bond Calli and Bodey have is stronger than ever.
There was a load of developments in this book. One Queen Kel is channeling a true villain..she is hellbent on world domination and the monologs alone make me want to hit her. However, I hate to say it, Kel is still a powerhouse which is causing all kinds of problems. Then through in powerful Goddess, alliances, revelations, and a betrayal things were wild. On a better note, there were some pairings and Jack was still his loveable goofy self. He showed a deeper side (for only a second) of himself and it made me see him in a whole new light.
Wow! Chosen Destiny was a great conclusion to the Twisted series. This series was a little different from what Jen usually does and it kept me guessing until the very end and what an explosive ending it was. Jen kept me hanging until the very last minute. Finally confirmed some of my suspicions and a lot of other questions were answered. I'm looking forward to Jen's next series.
September 8, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5
Chosen Destiny by Jen L. Grey 🐺❤️
What a way to finish the Twisted Fate Trilogy! I absolutely loved this final instalment and honestly couldn’t have asked for a better ending to Callie and Bodey’s story.
After everything Callie has been through, I loved seeing just how much she had grown. Watching her find her strength, face the secrets surrounding her past and fight for the people she loves made her journey so satisfying. And of course, I loved having Bodey by her side throughout it all. Their bond and the way they fight for each other had me completely invested. 🥹❤️
This book had everything I wanted from a paranormal romance finale — fated mates, shifters, danger, suspense, romance, action and plenty of emotion. The stakes felt high, and I was hooked because I needed to know how everything was going to work out.
🖤 That Ending!
I LOVED that they won in the end! 🥹🏆 After everything Callie and Bodey had been through, seeing them finally come out on top was so satisfying. It gave me that feeling of YES, THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT I WANTED! ❤️
I also loved that the trilogy actually felt like it had a proper conclusion. There was so much that had been building throughout the previous books, and getting to see it all come together in Chosen Destiny made this such a rewarding finale.
Overall, this was a 5-star read for me and a fantastic way to finish the trilogy. I’m definitely going to miss Callie and Bodey and this whole world! 🐺❤️
Tropes:
🐺 Fated Mates
🌙 Wolf Shifters
❤️ Protective MMC
🔥 Touch Her & Unalive
✨ Forced Proximity
👑 Royal Wolf Shifters
⚔️ Action & Suspense
🏆 Satisfying Series Finale
Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Chosen Destiny by Jen L. Grey 🐺❤️
What a way to finish the Twisted Fate Trilogy! I absolutely loved this final instalment and honestly couldn’t have asked for a better ending to Callie and Bodey’s story.
After everything Callie has been through, I loved seeing just how much she had grown. Watching her find her strength, face the secrets surrounding her past and fight for the people she loves made her journey so satisfying. And of course, I loved having Bodey by her side throughout it all. Their bond and the way they fight for each other had me completely invested. 🥹❤️
This book had everything I wanted from a paranormal romance finale — fated mates, shifters, danger, suspense, romance, action and plenty of emotion. The stakes felt high, and I was hooked because I needed to know how everything was going to work out.
🖤 That Ending!
I LOVED that they won in the end! 🥹🏆 After everything Callie and Bodey had been through, seeing them finally come out on top was so satisfying. It gave me that feeling of YES, THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT I WANTED! ❤️
I also loved that the trilogy actually felt like it had a proper conclusion. There was so much that had been building throughout the previous books, and getting to see it all come together in Chosen Destiny made this such a rewarding finale.
Overall, this was a 5-star read for me and a fantastic way to finish the trilogy. I’m definitely going to miss Callie and Bodey and this whole world! 🐺❤️
Tropes:
🐺 Fated Mates
🌙 Wolf Shifters
❤️ Protective MMC
🔥 Touch Her & Unalive
✨ Forced Proximity
👑 Royal Wolf Shifters
⚔️ Action & Suspense
🏆 Satisfying Series Finale
Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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