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Unlocked Mates Book 7

Adam

Adam is beyond thrilled at finding his mate. Living in the Hell realm will take some getting used to but at least he has friends close by. His big mate is perfect, Adam loves his minions, but Hell is missing color, laughter, and love, and Adam can’t let that stand.

Finding his place in Hell is easier than Adam expected but trying to change the old ways of demons will take his mate, friends, family, and maybe a little visit from Lucifer.

Mal

Mal had given up ever finding his soulmate. As Master of punishment of the Hell realm, Mal is the top demon. Adam leaping into his arms is a dream come true. Adam has the biggest heart of anyone Mal has ever met. Not only does he light up Mal’s world, but Adam is taking on the tasks of protecting the lower-ranking demons.

Not every demon in the Hell realm approves of the changes Adam is making but Mal supports his mate one hundred percent. It’s time to remind the realm who is the biggest and most powerful demon around.

This book contains M/M sexual content (men having sex with each other) and a Daddy/ boy relationship. This book is an exploration of a relationship between two (male) consensual adults who are looking for love and acceptance. All characters in sexual situations are over the age of consent.

No cheating or cliffhangers and an HEA is a guarantee.

194 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 19, 2024

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100 reviews5 followers
April 22, 2024
I liked this book for the characters, some we already know through the other books in the series and also for the banter. The connection between the MCs was in my opinion okay, but not as good as the connection in the first few books. I still would continue reading the series! :)
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4,889 reviews46 followers
August 12, 2024
Adam is beyond thrilled at finding his mate. Living in the Hell realm will take some getting used to but at least he has friends close by. His big mate is perfect, Adam loves his minions, but Hell is missing color, laughter, and love, and Adam can’t let that stand. Finding his place in Hell is easier than Adam expected but trying to change the old ways of demons will take his mate, friends, family, and maybe a little visit from Lucifer. Demon Mal had given up ever finding his soulmate. As Master of punishment of the Hell realm, Mal is the top demon. Adam leaping into his arms is a dream come true. Adam has the biggest heart of anyone Mal has ever met. Not only does he light up Mal’s world, but Adam is taking on the tasks of protecting the lower-ranking demons.
Not every demon in the Hell realm approves of the changes Adam is making but Mal supports his mate one hundred percent. It’s time to remind the realm who is the biggest and most powerful demon around.

I really enjoyed this story with Adam who was determined to bring colour to Mel's life as well as make improvements to the lives of the lesser demons. I loved Adam's sunny disposition and his confidence in his convictions. Easy to read, feel and understand. This was an MM story with mature content and a BSDM-like Daddy/boy dynamic.
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611 reviews1 follower
January 16, 2025
Minions

This book focuses on the Hell Realm. Athena Steller used the realm to bring another fated mate couple together. Mal, Master of Punishment and Adam, half Fae and half dryad. Adam being almost the last one to mate under Alpha Axel from book 1, is visiting for the mating dinner of Ash and Seb when Mal shows up. When Adam runs by Mal when he comes to a complete stop and before you know it both Mal and Adam are kissing and groping. From there, it becomes a whirlwind of sexual desire and so forth. Adam is determined to have his minions, lol, and Mal is set on reminding Adam they are not minions. Athena did an excellent job in writing book 7. 5 stars ⭐️💜
911 reviews6 followers
April 28, 2024
I enjoyed this story so much. Adam was such a delight and was the perfect for Mal. He seemed so scary at first but Adam made him stop working himself ragged and find joy. I loved how Adam wanted the demons to be treated as equals(love how he called them his minions)and brought color to Mal's house and made so many friends. I loved how he stood up to Zacorah and later was amused at how he had misjudged Tristan who needed lessons on how to make friends and not be a stalker. I can't wait to read about Levi and Mason.
22 reviews
February 9, 2025
love it

This is my favourite book of the series so far Adam is everything the hell dimension needed. He’s bringing peacefulness to the smaller Demons and helping them find their purpose. Love the fact the first thing he did when he found out they weren’t being treated properly was fight for them.

Mal intrigued me from the very beginning in the last book, I was so hoping he would find his other half as soon as he was introduced. I laughed when I found out it was Adam it was perfect.
64 reviews1 follower
April 21, 2024
Love these guys.

I enjoy this series a great deal. It's just hard to find books in this genre that isn't 50 plus % sex. Honestly if not for that this would be a 5 star. I actually scroll through the sex scenes. I know a lot of folks enjoy the heat but we could cut it in half and still have a good shut novel but with more indepth story telling. Either was this is a good addition and I can not wait to see Levi's book and maybe Lucifers!
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185 reviews
May 22, 2024
It's so hard to believe that I've been following this series since 2022. Honestly, I don't know what I'll do with myself when it ends. But I'm kinda sad ever since Bryce's, Nate's, and River's story, I never had a connection with any of the main characters in their own story. Although I'm keeping an eye out for Gavin's.


Excited for Levi's book, especially because of Tristan, I wanna know what role he'll play in Levi's story. NGL, I was hoping Levi would also have two mates.
406 reviews
April 20, 2024
sass and spunk

I love Adam!!! His heart and sass are just perfect for the Hell realm. Mal and the other demons have no idea what they’re in for!! Minions for the win!!!! 100 is a perfect number…
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37 reviews
April 20, 2024
So stinking cute!

I love all the changes being made for the demons! Mal and Adam are adorable and the minions things was great! Can't wait for the next book! They always hit the Emotional Reading spot just right.
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648 reviews2 followers
April 21, 2024
Great Addition to Series

I hope the author continues to expand this world. The characters are always interesting and pull me right in. Looking forward to the next book in the series.
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27 reviews
April 21, 2024
The best yet

I have thoroughly enjoyed all of the books so far in this series, but this one was definitely my favourite. The MC's are makes the book definitely something you don't want to put down until it is finished
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4,234 reviews6 followers
April 25, 2024
I love love love this series!!!

I can’t get enough of these stories. The world is amazing with lots of fascinating characters. And the mating gifts are out of this world. I hope we get Levi’s story soon. And maybe even Lucifer’s. Hey a girl can dream.
1,108 reviews
April 25, 2024
Enjoyable

I enjoyed Adam and Mal’s story. It’s hot, fun, and very low angst. Adam has always been one of my favorites and he is well matched with Mel and perfect for his new role rehabbing Hell. I’m looking forward to Levi and Mason’s book coming next in the series
371 reviews5 followers
May 19, 2024
Adam, being offended by the word "lesser demon," would lose his mind at "Thing One" and "Thing Two." It was a pleasure to experience Mal finding his happiness and Adam finding someone who fit him that perfectly. Can't wait for Levi's story
711 reviews6 followers
July 3, 2024
Omg, I love Adam and Mal!! They’re exactly what the other one needs to complete each other and make their immortality amazing!! I love how much Adam loves his “minions”. Mal also has realized that family is important and not impossible for the Master of Punishment!!! I’m excited for Levi’s story!!
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35 reviews1 follower
July 4, 2024
Mal and Adam

I love this series, the humor is great as is the story itself. But this series needs someone to seriously edit them. Spelling issues, missing words, a slew of other issues that I can’t even name them all. Editing, editing, editing.,,
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1,858 reviews24 followers
April 19, 2024
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. I didn’t liked Adam before. He’s a brat and too extra. But in this book, I kinda loved him. This book made me laugh. I can’t wait for Levi’s story.
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227 reviews4 followers
April 21, 2024
Excellent addition to the series

I really enjoy these characters and their interactions with each other. This series is best if read in order for the most enjoyment.
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729 reviews12 followers
April 21, 2024
This series is much better when used as a palate cleanser between dark romance. Definitely not for me when read between something light.
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850 reviews8 followers
April 24, 2024
firebug

This is a very cute series. I like the variety of characters and hope we see a lot more matches. Mal and Adam are hot together.
1 review
April 26, 2024
Fantastic!!!

My favorite in the series by far!! It was so funny! I can’t wait for the next two books on the series.


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955 reviews7 followers
March 6, 2025
OMG!

Now that I quit laughing, this is really good. I love everything about the couple. I am so glad I read this series!
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73 reviews1 follower
March 14, 2025
hilariously adorable!

This is my absolute favorite of the series so far! Adam is such a sweetheart, in an outrageous yet bighearted way!
498 reviews1 follower
August 23, 2025
Adam was so cute, like an energetic bunny. And Mal was such a grumpy marshmallow.
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2,570 reviews6 followers
December 27, 2025
**********Contains Spoilers**********

I really enjoyed this book. It’s a sweet, happy but steamy insta-love story as well as another good addition to the Unlocked Mates Series. I thought Adam and Master of Punishments aka Mal (to his found family) were great together and fate sure knew what they were doing pairing them together, as they were perfect for each other. Their chemistry was explosive, as well as hot as f*ck. I loved seeing Adam stand up to his massive demon mate, and put him in his place when he’s doing something that Adam doesn’t agree with. Adam took to being the Master’s mate like a duck to water, the position suits him very well. He’s slowly getting closer to his 97 minion demons, only 88 more to go. I’m looking forward to reading more books in this series as each of them find their mates. It’s Levi’s turn to finally get his own happily ever after next. I’d recommend this book, series and author to everyone.
8 reviews
June 28, 2024
Adam’s story!!

I was so excited to see that we got a full length story for Adam and Mel! Adam is the sweetest and sassiest boy so far and he is perfect for Mel!! I love the fact that he has found his place in the realms and is make a difference for the demons. It also exciting to see him help the demons to grow and come into their own in a lot of ways. These books are amazing and I love reading about their found family and adam with his minions just keep adding to that amazing family!!! Can’t wait for Levi’s story!!! And fingers crossed that maybe even Lucifer gets a mate story as well!!
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530 reviews10 followers
November 9, 2025
I liked it! Adam is super sweet and I loved seeing he being pair off. I wish we had gotten more story regarding all the changes that he is implementing in hell, like what’s been happening in terms of results (I know there are more mates but I mean regarding placement and such)

I can’t wait for Levi’s book! Is it may 31 yet?
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