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Warriors of the Lathar #19

Hunted by the Alien Berserker

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She’s a pilot -- not a people person . . .
What does she know about keeping a bunch of women alive on an alien planet?


Even worse, said planet has alien cavemen intent on carrying them off to their lairs
to . . . do whatever it is alien cavemen DO to their captives.
Yeah, it doesn’t take a genius to figure that out.

When the women she’s trying to protect manage to get themselves captured, it’s up to Maeve to track them through an alien forest, with unknown dangers, and rescue them.
But she didn’t count on becoming prey herself . . . or the handsome white-haired caveman who came to her rescue -- who insists on protecting her even if they don’t speak the same language.

Sparks flare and she can’t keep away. What’s a little crash-landed on an alien planet romance going to hurt?
But then his lies are revealed and she realises that the stakes are FAR higher than she thought . . .

He scares people. He doesn’t protect them. Until her . . .

No one goes to Parac’Norr -- Not willingly . . .

The ‘home’ of the Izaean Berserkers (read exile prison planet they've been dumped on) -- is a hard and brutal place where only the strongest survive.

Then there’s the Northern Continent . . . where all hope goes to die.

When a ship crash lands there with precious females aboard, Raalt, the leader of the Izaea, must race against time to save them. Because the Northern Continent hides the Izaeans’ best-kept secret . . .

But he has no choice. Once he hears her voice on the mayday call, he’ll move heaven and earth to find her.
She is HIS -- and he’ll kill everything on that gods-forsaken continent
to protect her if he has to . . .
Even if it costs him his sanity and his soul.

290 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 21, 2023

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Mina Carter

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Mina Carter is a New York Times & USA Today bestselling author of romance in many genres. She lives in the UK with her husband, daughter, a puppy who pays no attention to her whatsoever, and a bossy cat.

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12 reviews
December 27, 2023
No spring chickens here! A refreshing romp with a heroine who isn't too stupid to live, a hero who is aware he's lost a lot, and wonders if he deserves more. Does Maeve make some poor choices/decisions? Yes. I blame them on tunnel vision and her circumstances. She also pulls off some Wonder Woman stuff, too.

Raalt carries the weight of his circumstances with dignity but his experiences on the planet force him to reevaluate some things he was convinced he'd done correctly in the past.

Speaking of circumstances, there's some major stuff playing out on the surface of Parac’Norr. The author does her usual flawless world building and weaves a quick but deep relationship between our two main characters. Thoroughly enjoyed this peak into the mysterious Izaean Berserkers, where everything is not as we believed. Is that good or bad? I hope we find out soon.
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18 reviews
December 27, 2023
The Hunt is on!

It feels like we’ve been waiting for Raalt’s story ever since we met him and he’s definitely got a match in Maeve!

Plenty of suspense, but a HEA and some gloriously spicy scenes. Another fabulous titles from Mina Carter!
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Author 5 books21 followers
December 23, 2023
The action never stops! This is by far, one of my favorite books from this author that I’ve read this year, by any author, really. Maeve is a kick-ash heroine who goes out of her own comfort zone to try to save the people that she feels responsible for. She has skills that help her, but she’s facing an uphill battle, the whole way. Raalt is the Izaean leader, but believes he’s on borrowed time because of his Berzerker status. When he jumps to save the woman whose voice he heard for just a moment, it sets the whole adventure in motion. Once the characters hit the planet they are faced with adversity constantly, and you will finish the whole book before you meant to, end up with that remorse from reading a good story too fast and feel the need to go back and read it again. I’m projecting, but, whatever, lol, you shouldn’t feel guilty for loving a story that will pull you in and hold you tight to the end, lol, you aren’t alone. I loved the characters that will live in your head for a while, the action of this fantastic story, and the way you’ll be looking for the next story in this series a bare minute after you’ve finished reading this one again. Obviously, I totally think anyone who loves a great story that will keep you reading way past your bedtime should get this book and tell all your friends, leave a review, post it online, do anything you can to support this author so she’ll want to write the next leg of this series to appease my addiction.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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2,823 reviews19 followers
January 3, 2024
I really enjoyed this story! It pulled me in from beginning to end. We finally get to know more about the Izaean's and their home world Parac'Norr, at least where they are sent to call home after they are discovered to be Izaean. Maeve was on border control and rescued some women from pirates and in the process of escaping ends up crash landing on Parac'Norr with no idea exactly where they are at or what they are dealing with. She is the capable one of the women and she feels responsible as well to keep them safe. Raalt is the leader of the Izaean's and once he heard Maeve's voice on the mayday call, he knew she was his mate and set off to save her since she landed on the feral side of their planet, Izaean's lost to the bloodrage. I loved watching these two come together. Raalt has definitely met his match in Maeve as she is strong and capable and it was great to watch them figure each other out. They have a language barrier at first and Maeve thinks he is part of the rest of the cavemen though she does feel safe with him. This story was interesting and kept my attention the entire time. I loved getting to know more about this part of the universe with the Izaean's and Parac'Norr. We definitely have some questions and twists as well in regards to potential testing and the ferals so it will be very interesting to see where things go from here in future books. I am really excited and looking forward to the next book in the series!
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
1,240 reviews10 followers
January 31, 2024
Hunted by the Alien Berserker is the nineteenth book set within the Warriors of the Lathar series, but could be read as a stand alone. Maeve has had a terrible day that just got worse by crash landing on an alien planet with other women with no supplies or survival skills. Raalt hears her distress cry and immediately recognizes her in his soul, and sets out to rescue his mate. But will he be in time to save her, and can he protect himself from the Rage?

Oh man, this book was so good! It was fun to see Maeve and Raalt’s reactions to each other, especially in the beginning before she realized he could understand her, and I loved that they both felt a connection to one another, even if she was worried about his intentions towards her. Maeve was resourceful, powerful in her own ways, and I loved her inner strength and survival instinct. I loved her dialogue, too! Raalt was an interesting character because he had his own strength, humility, and dominance, but was so tender with Maeve. I loved that he both wanted to claim her in all ways, but respected that she needed space or to protect herself and the women she was with. I thought the situation with the ferals was really interesting and brought up some questions that I hope are answered in future books! I really enjoyed reading this book, love this world, and can’t wait for the next book in the series!
1,997 reviews15 followers
December 23, 2023
Fate was taking a turn for Raalt. A second chance and his Blood Rage was carrying him right towards her. An Izaean Berserker Silver fox! And because of Maeve Hawke's comments, one to die for. It caught my attention right away that the protagonist had to run for her life from the beginning of the story. Lots of suspense and intriguing scenes that made me wince. The ferals were scary and at the same time they made me think and felt sorry about their mutations. The Blood Rage catches them, and the violence breaks out making them lose all, even their humanity. And then, the descriptions and narrations become scary. Maeve always demonstrated what she was capable of and although Raalt constantly fought against his nature, his control was undeniable. A couple with devastating chemistry. I love these stories that keep me in suspense with so much action and unexpected situations at every moment. It left me in no doubt that there is something more mysterious with the ferals and what happened to Raalt left me in suspense. What was that? Eager for the next book because I want to know what will happen to the almost dead feral that it impresses me will soon be very much alive.
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5,523 reviews46 followers
June 21, 2026
I haven’t picked up this series, or any others, for a while due to a few life issues taking up my time and head space.
Good story apart from a clever heroine acting before thinking.
I was enjoying this immensely, until Maeve behaves TSTL. More annoying as she is actually strong, quick thinking and extremely capable.
She acted so stupidly in running away from Raalt, without even attempting to question why they were going away from where they needed to go. Raalt has the local knowledge on this planet, and has done nothing but protect her so far, so why the overreaction?
Then she all, oh, I hope he’s going to find me.
This stupidity by an otherwise smart heroine loses a rating star.
Wraps quickly so I assume we will get more information going forward about the black healing line scab on Raalt, the mutant krevasta spider and Banic.
Did really enjoy getting more background cultural and historical information on the Lathar and Izean’s..
Plus the twists of everything that is happening concerning the Rage, is it, isn’t it.
Maybe Isan will discover something that explains or helps it.
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771 reviews2 followers
January 5, 2024
Maeve, a human female crash lands on Parac'Norr.
Along with a shuttle full of other women she rescued from slavers.
This is the last place they need to be.
Parac'Norr is inhabited by the Izaean and their feral counterparts whom are a great danger to these women.
Raalt is the Izaean leader.
He heard the distress call from Maeve prior to the crash.
He feels a pull to her.
He feels compelled to help her.
Raalt travels to Parac'Norr on a rescue mission to brave the threats of the ferals for a mere stranger on an instinctual need.
Maeve is a strong character, not a damsel in distress.
She's a fast thinker and resourceful.
She quickly becomes the leader of her group trying to lead and protect them.
Ultimately, she and the group are separated and Maeve sets out to rescue them, Raalt is trying to save her.
I received an advanced reader copy of this book and am leaving a voluntary review.

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1,081 reviews11 followers
December 26, 2023
Izaean Raalt has battled against his Blood Rage since before time. Now Raalt hears the voice of the female Maeve destined to be his "Kelarris". Throwing caution into the vast wind of Space he rushes to the forbidden plant of his ancestors Para'Norr inhabited by the feral berserkers that the Lathars had sentenced these ferals to for the protection of the Lathar's cultural civilization. Little does Raalt realize that the female he intends on rescuing is the human female Maeve who is full of moxie and who can fight on her own by relying on her cunning and bravery. Trials and treachery abound in this 19th book of the Warriors of the Lathar series. The ending was as much of an emotional trip as the whole book was and it is everything I have always experienced from any work by Ms. Carter.
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2,253 reviews17 followers
October 9, 2024
Maeve needed to land as safe as possible. The Morgana was hit and there was no other option. When they crash land on a planet that they are unsure about, they need to run. Raalt heard the distress call. He knew as soon as he heard her voice that this female was his mate. He needs to find her and her crew. I thought it was kind of funny. Maeve obviously didn’t have a translation matrix that would help her understand Latharian. She thought he was a caveman like those she saw on the planet. When she finally realized he could understand her, that was when it was funny. The things she said while on the run about him. Once that was settled, it heated up between them. Now they just needed to save the other women from the feral on this planet. We also learn a bit about Raalt and his past. Thrilled at how the story ended too with Banic. Now must read his story.
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3,740 reviews56 followers
December 20, 2023
Raalt, reluctant leader of the berserker-like Izaean is drawn to the voice on a mayday call and set off to rescue the downed ship. When he arrives, Maeve, the pilot and owner of the siren voice, has already essentially saved her rescued group of humans and had taken off to find a stray.

Enter a huge feral Izean or three who really want to get up close and very personal with the females. Raalt arrives just in time to save Maeve, but she really has had enough of caveman-like males and doesn't want to stay rescued, lol.

We learn a lot more about the Izean people and Raalt, their very reluctant leader. There are some cameo appearances from some of your favourite Lathar along the way. Maeve and Raalt are very much opposites and Maeve is no damsel in distress - she may be out of her element but she won't sit around and wait for some male to rescue her. Brilliant pairing and a great wee read.
143 reviews1 follower
December 26, 2023
Nail-biting Suspense

The Lathar have a secret problem that they hide away on a distant planet. A certain percentage of their male population shows dangerous berserker tendencies. They’re called Izaeans, and they’re secluded on the planet Parac’Norr. So when a spaceship of women crash lands on Parac’Norr, the shizzle hits the fan.

Raalt, the leader of the Izaea, drops into the area the ship crashed to try to contain the damage. But the berserkers have already discovered & captured the women. Does Raalt rescue them? Get your own dang copy & find out! Mina Carter always delivers on the action AND the romance so you won’t be sorry!

I received a free copy of this book via the author and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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392 reviews2 followers
December 18, 2023
Hunted by the Alien Berserker is the newest book in the Warriors of the Lathar series by Mina Carter. I really really enjoy this series and was excited to jump right in as soon as I downloaded it. This story follows Raalt the leader of the Izaean and human pilot, Maeve. Basically Maeve and some other human women crash land on a dangerous planet and Raalt hears her distress call and immediately realizes that she is his mate. The story follows him as he rushes to find and rescue her. There are thrills, chills and deep emotions along the way. I read this book in one sitting and really couldn’t put it down. I can’t wait for the next in the series!
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1,423 reviews
December 25, 2023
As the leader of the Izaeans, Raalt is trying to help gain access to human women. His efforts could end if anyone found out that there was something worse than Besearkers. When a human ship goes down on his planet, he is in a race to get to the woman whose voice draws him before the Ferals find her.

Maeve isn’t weak by any means. Having survived war, she isn’t about to sit back while the women she rescued are taken by the Ferals. Unfortunately she doesn’t know what she is getting herself into by going after them.

She is just the kind o woman Raalt needs. She is his second chance mate after his first one rejected him.
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2,048 reviews16 followers
December 26, 2023
I love these stories. The adventure is realistic with non stop action and suits my sci-fi imagination. Plus, the fated mate trope is one of my favorites. Maeve is a great character, with just the right amount of intelligence, street smarts, and suspicion. A hotshot pilot who couldn’t let some unsuspecting women remain on a space cruise to be abducted by alien pirates. Raalt is a broken Latharian, with extra genes that make him one scary dude and an Izaean. At least he is in control of the “rage” sort of. Their meet cute is not, but somehow they’ve got to survive this deadly region and save the women and maybe have some hot fun. Couldn’t put it down till the sigh happy end.
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830 reviews13 followers
December 24, 2023
This series just blows my mind, it keeps getting better and better. The characters and storyline are addictive. This adventure is so alluring and obsessive you can't help but feel like you are there along side of them.

Mina, your words are so compelling that I read this book cover to cover within a few hours. To know that a single voice can create such a profound effect on someone and change their lives to the extent that your only thought is for them and their well being.

An emotional powerful story that you simply cannot put down!
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2,996 reviews22 followers
December 28, 2023
I love Mina Carter’s writing style and have been looking forward to Raalt’s story and let me tell you it didn’t disappoint, it's now one of my favourite books by Mina Carter to date. Maeve's a wonderful heroine, willing to leave her comfort zone to save the people she feels responsible for. Raalt believes he's on borrowed time because he's a Berzerker but he doesn't hesitate to jump in to save Maevee when he hears her cry.

The characters are well-drawn and must face constant adversity if they are to find their HEA.
717 reviews1 follower
December 29, 2023
Raalt and Maeve's story gives us a ride of our lives as he struggles to get to and save Maeve from feral Izaeans’, while Maeve struggles to get to the other human females that crash landed with her on a continent full of feral Izaeans’ who havr captured them. Typical relationship struggles, one is coming and one is going. Lots of action, well written and well rounded world.
Can't wait for the next book, hopefully it will be about the feral Izaeans’ leader.

I received an ARC from this author but am freely leaving this review. Well worth my time.
3,238 reviews
January 14, 2024
I love how the Warriors of the Lathar series just keeps giving more life as each new characters comes to find their HEA and this newest addition is no different. Maeve Is such a strong character who needs to be rescued and Raalt finds himself doing the job. It isnt an easy journey as these two find they are trap by more than their environment as Raalt find ways to rescue the one who makes his blood sing. Will it be a HEA for them? One click to find out in this exciting addition to the addicting series.
1,214 reviews
January 22, 2024
Good book

I enjoyed reading this book. Would’ve loved it more if Raalt and Maeve could communicate verbally. It took over half the book before they had spoken dialogue between them. They understood each other through gestures and she originally thought he was a simple caveman with no intelligence. It was nice how sweet he was to her and took good care of her. Lots of actions in this book. New characters are introduced. I can’t wait to read about Banic. It’s intriguing to find out more about the Izaean and Ferals and their mutation conditions.
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1,039 reviews846 followers
July 14, 2025
Entrega 19 (sí, 19) de la serie base del universo de los Latharian, de la que han derivado varios spin-off.

Esta entrega va de la mano de Raalt, líder de los Izean y excuñado del emperador Dynal, con quien prácticamente se crió.

La novela me gustó, Raalt es muy consecuente con su personalidad cuando encuentra a Maeva, y ella es genial. Me gustó también una relación entre dos personajes que ya han dejado atrás la juventud.

Además, esta es la historia que da origen a uno de los últimos spin-off

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760 reviews3 followers
July 15, 2025
i did enjoy this fast read, i haven't read any others from this series so, don't think u have to start at book one. i will say i enjoyed the beginning of the atory more then the middle and even the end but it wasn't like i couldn't or didn't want to finish it. the characters did have sex rather quickly in the story with little to no build up of romance. and it was kind of a bummer because they had the whole lack of communication and saving everyone vibes. i would have liked some more build up. overall pretty standard alien romance.
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455 reviews
December 26, 2023
I have been waiting for Raalt's story for a long time, and it did not disappoint. It was so awesome to learn about Parac'Norr. I know there is so much more to explore, especially after what we learned in this book. I wouldn't be surprised if there is a spin-off series for the Izaean's as there is just so much to unpack and I am here for it. I love me a Berserker! I absolutely loved Raalt and Maeve's story. I can't say it enough but I LOVE LOVE LOVE the Lathar World. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
1,215 reviews2 followers
January 7, 2024
Raalt and Maeve. Breweries rage.

Raalt hears Maeve's voice during a Mayday call. Her voice called to him. Identifying her as his mate. He rushes to the dangerous crash site. As he tracks the female and the large Feral following her they get to know each other better. Raalt does not tell Maeve his plans and she runs. After a fight and chase she rescues him from his blood rage. Loved it. Now...how about Banic???
791 reviews10 followers
December 18, 2023
Can’t say enough about this series! The characters are amazing…vibrant and refreshing. You will not want to put it down! Carter brings her A game here. Maeve crash lands on the planet Patac’Norr where feral Izaean’s are sent. The action is nonstop as Raalt must rescue his mate from this hostile planet. I enjoyed this one very much and you will too!
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42 reviews
December 27, 2023
Wish I could have given this book 4 or 5 stars because overall I love the Lathar series'. Sadly I can't because there is a major discrepancy in the middle of the book. I'm not sure if there's an issue with Mina Carter's Editor and Beta readers' but her past few books have had major errors and haven't been as enjoyable to read. Here's hoping the next ones are better written and edited.
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540 reviews3 followers
December 28, 2023
Intense, but with feeling and plenty of adventure is what you'll find reading Raalt and Maeve's story.
The Lathar Warriors do not let anything get in the way once they know their mate is within reach.
Mina's descriptive narrative of the internal and verbal dialogue will hit all the emotional buttons.
Loved this book!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advance copy of this book.
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4,285 reviews34 followers
December 29, 2023
A sci-fi romance with plenty of danger and a dangerous romance. I loved our fmc of Maeve. Even though she barely knows the other human women she goes beyond to try to save and protect them. But the alien world the crashed on is more dangerous than she ever expected. Some very large “cavemen” will be the main danger especially once they understand what is happening.
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1,329 reviews21 followers
December 30, 2023
I am a sucker for a Lathar or in this case an Izaean. I have been waiting for Raalt's book since his introduction. It's a great rescue story on a hostile planet. Love the story and eat up every Lathar book as soon as it is available.


This story brings out questions that were not answered about mating marks and I hope the author addresses the issue.
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2,810 reviews4 followers
January 3, 2024
Not many authors can keep a series "fresh" for 19 stories in. Ms. Carter is one of those few. She has a way of creating new "worlds" and characters within the Lathar Universe to keep you vested in the series. This story is a wonderful example of that. I received an Advance Reader's Copy of this book which I am voluntarily reviewing
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