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Her Vicious Beasts #3
Her Psycho Beasts
My secret is finally out. I am a Boneweaver, and the last of my kind: A beast who can shift into any other. Now there’s an elephant sized target on my back and two people I love have been taken from me.
In order to get them back, I’m going to have to do the unthinkable: present myself to the most dangerous beasts of the underworld and Scythe Kharkorous is going to help me do it. The Great White shark with the sharp, cold eyes has plans no one can guess at and the devastating secret he’s about to reveal to me will turn my world upside down.
Everything is about to change.
This is the third book in a New Adult MFMMMM 5 book contemporary fantasy romance series that must be read in order. The heroine has five fated mate love interests that will eventually form a bonded group. It is medium burn with 18+ spice starting from book 1. Each book has a cliffhanger ending but the series will finish with a HEA.
In order to get them back, I’m going to have to do the unthinkable: present myself to the most dangerous beasts of the underworld and Scythe Kharkorous is going to help me do it. The Great White shark with the sharp, cold eyes has plans no one can guess at and the devastating secret he’s about to reveal to me will turn my world upside down.
Everything is about to change.
This is the third book in a New Adult MFMMMM 5 book contemporary fantasy romance series that must be read in order. The heroine has five fated mate love interests that will eventually form a bonded group. It is medium burn with 18+ spice starting from book 1. Each book has a cliffhanger ending but the series will finish with a HEA.
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Published September 26, 2024
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September 7, 2024
“I did what you asked of me. I tore my soul in two.”
And mine shattered right alongside it.
— RTC.
And mine shattered right alongside it.
— RTC.
September 7, 2024
What a book. I had to take many moments to pause and process while reading as I was just emotionally everywhere. Please read the trigger warnings and realize this book is way more spicy than the other books. Please read them in order! However, this book does seem to have crucial lore that is needed for the overall series. (I need this series finished asap as I am in a sad place now. My happy ending just out of reach. ) The book starts off right where the last one ends. Sabrina is kidnapped. A heist/rescue happens, club scenes, sinking prisons, booby traps, exploding people, and so many crazy scenes hit you one after another.
This book, however, mainly revolves around Scythe figuring out how to remove his head from his lower half and finally accept his mate, Aurelia. He has many reasons to be cautious. He has been through some horrible things that no child should go through and when he takes his bloody revenge I was perfectly fine with it. (In fact, I clapped in my mind!) He improves a lot in this book but I still want to smack him.
Aurelia is just being betrayed and stuck in difficult situations by everyone and the poor woman/shifter is just careening all over. I feel like she faded a bit in this book even though she has so much more power than ever before. We can blame her luteal phase as she finally ovulates. (Ok that was nuts!) She has her period! (I loved the bin of period supplies made by Savage.) They talk about period tax!! Sidenote, as a woman, reading about these little details is rare and frankly I loved it. More normalizing normal female biology!
Savage is my favorite character after Eugene the chicken and may he live forever. (And ever and ever)
Lyle is now welcome and given forgiveness.
Scythe, Scythe, Scythe… please. Trust your Regina/mate.
Xander and Ghoul can kick rocks. 🪨
Favorite line: “When a man shows you who he is, you believe him. Every action is revealing.”
Preach.
I was provided this copy as an ARC and I am honored to talk about E.P. Bali’s magical worlds.
This book, however, mainly revolves around Scythe figuring out how to remove his head from his lower half and finally accept his mate, Aurelia. He has many reasons to be cautious. He has been through some horrible things that no child should go through and when he takes his bloody revenge I was perfectly fine with it. (In fact, I clapped in my mind!) He improves a lot in this book but I still want to smack him.
Aurelia is just being betrayed and stuck in difficult situations by everyone and the poor woman/shifter is just careening all over. I feel like she faded a bit in this book even though she has so much more power than ever before. We can blame her luteal phase as she finally ovulates. (Ok that was nuts!) She has her period! (I loved the bin of period supplies made by Savage.) They talk about period tax!! Sidenote, as a woman, reading about these little details is rare and frankly I loved it. More normalizing normal female biology!
Savage is my favorite character after Eugene the chicken and may he live forever. (And ever and ever)
Lyle is now welcome and given forgiveness.
Scythe, Scythe, Scythe… please. Trust your Regina/mate.
Xander and Ghoul can kick rocks. 🪨
Favorite line: “When a man shows you who he is, you believe him. Every action is revealing.”
Preach.
I was provided this copy as an ARC and I am honored to talk about E.P. Bali’s magical worlds.
February 13, 2026
This silly little book had no business making me FEEL THIS MUCH. How was this peak comedy and fucking trauma at the same time!!!!
Is this actually 5 stars?? No fucking idea but just take them girl ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Was not ready for shark daddy Scythe to YEARN THIS HARD. he is perfection 😩
I reject the ending, Aurelia you stupid lil betch. I HATE Xander. I HATE Ghoul. Wtf is going on.
The plot is so insane I might have to take a break before I read the last 2 books 😂 so much is happening….it’s exhausting.
I want to run away with Savage and Scythe thx 😋😋😋
Is this actually 5 stars?? No fucking idea but just take them girl ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Was not ready for shark daddy Scythe to YEARN THIS HARD. he is perfection 😩
I reject the ending, Aurelia you stupid lil betch. I HATE Xander. I HATE Ghoul. Wtf is going on.
The plot is so insane I might have to take a break before I read the last 2 books 😂 so much is happening….it’s exhausting.
I want to run away with Savage and Scythe thx 😋😋😋
November 17, 2024
good lord this series is insane!!
these guys cannot have anything good, i swear... anytime things are going well, they're just hit with more shitty situations and dramatic, nefarious reveals. and look, it certainly makes the series interesting and captivating as hell, but give my peoples some happiness!!!
anyway, as per usual, our fmc was badass to the max, and i was so happy to see that her usual gang of misfits was strong and solid in their friendship. truly, i need every book to have a protagonist with friends like this!!
the mmcs were a chaotic, messy, partially devoted and obsessed, and very dramatic collection, as per usual. half of them need to gain a conscience and get their heads back in the game (the game being "falling in love with our fmc"), but hopefully we'll get there one day...
the wait continues.
these guys cannot have anything good, i swear... anytime things are going well, they're just hit with more shitty situations and dramatic, nefarious reveals. and look, it certainly makes the series interesting and captivating as hell, but give my peoples some happiness!!!
anyway, as per usual, our fmc was badass to the max, and i was so happy to see that her usual gang of misfits was strong and solid in their friendship. truly, i need every book to have a protagonist with friends like this!!
the mmcs were a chaotic, messy, partially devoted and obsessed, and very dramatic collection, as per usual. half of them need to gain a conscience and get their heads back in the game (the game being "falling in love with our fmc"), but hopefully we'll get there one day...
the wait continues.
March 18, 2026
Okay so I’m in the biggest reading slump of my life and this book took me forever to finish. Honestly, I don’t even have much to say about it. I’m loving the series so far, but I do think that this book was a little drawn out. It felt so freaking long. I don’t know if it was my slump or it could’ve been trimmed down.
I am thoroughly enjoying the series though I think it’s so freaking good, and the audiobooks are incredible. I love the cast, and it’s like every book I fall in love with a new MMC, so that’s fun.
Three down, two to go… even though I have NO idea how I’m ever going to remotely tolerate Xander because I fucking hate him so much lmao. But I guess we’ll find out. I’m still having a blast with the series.
I am thoroughly enjoying the series though I think it’s so freaking good, and the audiobooks are incredible. I love the cast, and it’s like every book I fall in love with a new MMC, so that’s fun.
Three down, two to go… even though I have NO idea how I’m ever going to remotely tolerate Xander because I fucking hate him so much lmao. But I guess we’ll find out. I’m still having a blast with the series.
May 2, 2026
✅ Addictive
✅ Multiple POVs / Multiple narrators
✅ Shifters & Magic
✅ New setting
✅ Characters
✅ RH expanding / Smut
✅ LGBTQ rep
🆗 Plot (many plot holes)
🆗 I don't really care about Ghoul
❌ I missed Henry
❗️❗️Cliffhanger
❗️❗️Trigger warnings: Sex trafficking and sexual abuse of a minor (flashbacks), rape (insinuated, not on page), suicidal ideation & attempt, PTSD, torture, self-harm, loss of mate (secondary character), death of parent, traumatic removal of body part
🔥 Spice level : 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ / 5
This series is still addictive, but I noticed the plot holes more in this third book, and it’s starting to annoy me. It is becoming rather messy, with things not always making sense, but I still enjoy it. A lot.
Overall, I still devoured this book and enjoyed it, but the more rational part of me is frustrated with all the plot holes and lack of significant plot in general. I have many complaints, but keep in mind that I still devoured this book in 24 hours, and I am very eager to jump into the next one. So this series remains engaging and addictive despite the many plot holes. I guess I will have to shelve this one as a guilty pleasure/addictive trash series. 🤷♀️
There is a lack of a meaningful plot. I do love the angsty romance developing between Aurelia and her mates, but after 3 books, I am noticing the lack of plot. Aurelia was found guilty of arson and murder and sentenced to be sent to her father for execution in the first book. Her sentence has now been indefinitely postponed, and she is just focusing on her revenge against her father. What comes next? When will her sentence be carried out? What will the council do now that they know Aurelia is a Boneweaver? The plot has been buried under all the angsty romance and smut.
I like the change in setting, but the Academy is supposed to be a prison, so it makes no sense. In this book, Aurelia and her mates can leave quite easily, and for many days in a row. Without any consequences, and without having to let anyone know about their outings. Sure, the headmaster gets pissed off after Aurelia misses 1 week of school, but that’s about it. The Academy/prison is really more of an Academy for delinquents, but where Aurelia desperately tried to escape in the first book, in this one, it seems she can come and go as she wishes. On the other hand, the new headmaster treats them like prisoners when he feels like it, starving them and taking away most of their freedom. Make up your mind, is it a prison, or a regular school that Aurelia and her mates can leave whenever they want? Others can also come in as they want, apparently, as long as it’s convenient for the plot.
I do not mind a weaker plot in favor of more time spent on the angsty RH, but I still like the stories to be coherent. Here, the new headmaster treated the students like real prisoners (which they are), but let Aurelia and her mate leave whenever Scythe asked for it. He imprisoned and starved students for the slightest issue, yet allowed them to have a dance. His character lacked consistency, and it affected the Academy setting, making it harder for me to enjoy this book as much as the previous ones, because I kept noticing the inconsistencies.
That being said, the new headmaster being compared to Dolores Umbridge was very funny.
Then there is the case of Savage and Xander’s sentence. The council decided (for some obscure and illogical reason) that if they carried joeys around for a few months and showed that they could care for them, their crimes would be forgiven. WTF? They have to carry joey (like, cute baby kangaroos and wombats) around, and Savage has to take a written test to show that he can now read and write, and voilà! No more prison for them. That detail made no sense at all to me, and really, it was just a way for the author to force Savage and Xander in cute and funny moments with their joeys.
I struggle to comprehend Mace Naga’s initial plan. He knew about Aurelia’s powers; he had complete power over her, he could have sold her as a breeding mare long ago, instead of keeping her secluded, forcing her to marry Halfeather, and subsequently losing his grip on her. It is also mentioned in this book that he wanted to breed her for the male snakes she could give him, but wouldn’t he want the female Boneweavers, too? They would be much more powerful than male snakes. I don't understand it.
Aurelia remains a great main character, but she is still impulsive and often realizes afterwards that she was stupid or too rash in her decisions. Her increasing powers are also a partial plot hole in my opinion. It was explained at first that Aurelia could take the shape of any beast she touched, and that her primary power was shielding, while her second was healing. Then we discovered she had other powers, like telepathy, and now, she can apparently “absorb” the powers of the beasts she changes into, because she uses dragon fire and can see bonds like phoenixes, now.
This book focuses on Aurelia’s relationship with Scythe, but some of their moment felt forced. For example, Aurelia (stupidly) decides to go dancing at a club when Scythe told Minnie and her to remain in their room, because they are about to go on a dangerous mission, but she decides to ignore him and go dancing anyway, “forcing him” to go get her and to dance and rub against her (in a very un-Scythe-like manner) while doing so. This is one of those moments where Aurelia was rash and acted stupidly, and it didn’t serve any purpose besides forcing a dancefloor moment between her and Scythe (which, again, was out of character for Scythe).
If we forget those few forced moments, Scythe and Lia do complete each other well, despite their star-crossed lover vibe. Scythe has always known that he would eventually need to return to the sea, and that means leaving Savage and Aurelia behind. What he didn't expect was to fall so hard for Lia. I complained in my review of the first 2 books that Scythe was too apathetic, or remained in the background, but he did shine brighter in this book. He did not surpass Lyle and Savage in my ranking of Lia's mates, but I like him more than I expected to.
Savage won so many points simply because he was so good at taking care of Aurelia while she had her period. Seeing him proud of giving her pads and tampons, getting her food, and wanting to rub her feet made me jealous, to be honest. Lyle and Scythe were great, too, but Savage was just so excited to show Lia the collection of pads he gathered for her, it made me smile. I also really need to know who or what Eugene is. It's driving me nuts not to know. 😅
The next book focuses on Lia and Xander's relationship, and I expect (and hope) it will be full of angst. The ending of this book is promising, and I am eager to see how it will be between them in the next book. I am hoping for some burning rage and a lot of grovelling. 🤞
0.5 Her Vicious Beasts: The Beginning ⭐⭐⭐⭐
1. Her Feral Beasts ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
2. Her Rabid Beasts ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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✅ Multiple POVs / Multiple narrators
✅ Shifters & Magic
✅ New setting
✅ Characters
✅ RH expanding / Smut
✅ LGBTQ rep
🆗 Plot (many plot holes)
🆗 I don't really care about Ghoul
❌ I missed Henry
❗️❗️Cliffhanger
❗️❗️Trigger warnings: Sex trafficking and sexual abuse of a minor (flashbacks), rape (insinuated, not on page), suicidal ideation & attempt, PTSD, torture, self-harm, loss of mate (secondary character), death of parent, traumatic removal of body part
🔥 Spice level : 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ / 5
This series is still addictive, but I noticed the plot holes more in this third book, and it’s starting to annoy me. It is becoming rather messy, with things not always making sense, but I still enjoy it. A lot.
Overall, I still devoured this book and enjoyed it, but the more rational part of me is frustrated with all the plot holes and lack of significant plot in general. I have many complaints, but keep in mind that I still devoured this book in 24 hours, and I am very eager to jump into the next one. So this series remains engaging and addictive despite the many plot holes. I guess I will have to shelve this one as a guilty pleasure/addictive trash series. 🤷♀️
There is a lack of a meaningful plot. I do love the angsty romance developing between Aurelia and her mates, but after 3 books, I am noticing the lack of plot. Aurelia was found guilty of arson and murder and sentenced to be sent to her father for execution in the first book. Her sentence has now been indefinitely postponed, and she is just focusing on her revenge against her father. What comes next? When will her sentence be carried out? What will the council do now that they know Aurelia is a Boneweaver? The plot has been buried under all the angsty romance and smut.
I like the change in setting, but the Academy is supposed to be a prison, so it makes no sense. In this book, Aurelia and her mates can leave quite easily, and for many days in a row. Without any consequences, and without having to let anyone know about their outings. Sure, the headmaster gets pissed off after Aurelia misses 1 week of school, but that’s about it. The Academy/prison is really more of an Academy for delinquents, but where Aurelia desperately tried to escape in the first book, in this one, it seems she can come and go as she wishes. On the other hand, the new headmaster treats them like prisoners when he feels like it, starving them and taking away most of their freedom. Make up your mind, is it a prison, or a regular school that Aurelia and her mates can leave whenever they want? Others can also come in as they want, apparently, as long as it’s convenient for the plot.
I do not mind a weaker plot in favor of more time spent on the angsty RH, but I still like the stories to be coherent. Here, the new headmaster treated the students like real prisoners (which they are), but let Aurelia and her mate leave whenever Scythe asked for it. He imprisoned and starved students for the slightest issue, yet allowed them to have a dance. His character lacked consistency, and it affected the Academy setting, making it harder for me to enjoy this book as much as the previous ones, because I kept noticing the inconsistencies.
That being said, the new headmaster being compared to Dolores Umbridge was very funny.
Then there is the case of Savage and Xander’s sentence. The council decided (for some obscure and illogical reason) that if they carried joeys around for a few months and showed that they could care for them, their crimes would be forgiven. WTF? They have to carry joey (like, cute baby kangaroos and wombats) around, and Savage has to take a written test to show that he can now read and write, and voilà! No more prison for them. That detail made no sense at all to me, and really, it was just a way for the author to force Savage and Xander in cute and funny moments with their joeys.
So her male children wouldn’t be Boneweavers. They would be whatever order their father was. That’s what Mace wanted to breed her for. Her male children. Male snakes. That was the missing piece of Scythe’s puzzle.
I struggle to comprehend Mace Naga’s initial plan. He knew about Aurelia’s powers; he had complete power over her, he could have sold her as a breeding mare long ago, instead of keeping her secluded, forcing her to marry Halfeather, and subsequently losing his grip on her. It is also mentioned in this book that he wanted to breed her for the male snakes she could give him, but wouldn’t he want the female Boneweavers, too? They would be much more powerful than male snakes. I don't understand it.
Aurelia remains a great main character, but she is still impulsive and often realizes afterwards that she was stupid or too rash in her decisions. Her increasing powers are also a partial plot hole in my opinion. It was explained at first that Aurelia could take the shape of any beast she touched, and that her primary power was shielding, while her second was healing. Then we discovered she had other powers, like telepathy, and now, she can apparently “absorb” the powers of the beasts she changes into, because she uses dragon fire and can see bonds like phoenixes, now.
This book focuses on Aurelia’s relationship with Scythe, but some of their moment felt forced. For example, Aurelia (stupidly) decides to go dancing at a club when Scythe told Minnie and her to remain in their room, because they are about to go on a dangerous mission, but she decides to ignore him and go dancing anyway, “forcing him” to go get her and to dance and rub against her (in a very un-Scythe-like manner) while doing so. This is one of those moments where Aurelia was rash and acted stupidly, and it didn’t serve any purpose besides forcing a dancefloor moment between her and Scythe (which, again, was out of character for Scythe).
If we forget those few forced moments, Scythe and Lia do complete each other well, despite their star-crossed lover vibe. Scythe has always known that he would eventually need to return to the sea, and that means leaving Savage and Aurelia behind. What he didn't expect was to fall so hard for Lia. I complained in my review of the first 2 books that Scythe was too apathetic, or remained in the background, but he did shine brighter in this book. He did not surpass Lyle and Savage in my ranking of Lia's mates, but I like him more than I expected to.
Savage won so many points simply because he was so good at taking care of Aurelia while she had her period. Seeing him proud of giving her pads and tampons, getting her food, and wanting to rub her feet made me jealous, to be honest. Lyle and Scythe were great, too, but Savage was just so excited to show Lia the collection of pads he gathered for her, it made me smile. I also really need to know who or what Eugene is. It's driving me nuts not to know. 😅
Xander is also unstable right now. He hangs on a precipice himself, fighting his desire for her with his hatred.
The next book focuses on Lia and Xander's relationship, and I expect (and hope) it will be full of angst. The ending of this book is promising, and I am eager to see how it will be between them in the next book. I am hoping for some burning rage and a lot of grovelling. 🤞
0.5 Her Vicious Beasts: The Beginning ⭐⭐⭐⭐
1. Her Feral Beasts ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
2. Her Rabid Beasts ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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January 27, 2025
Oh my, the cliffhanger is a tragedy!
𝗛𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝘀𝘆𝗰𝗵𝗼 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀 picks up with a newfound vengeance towards old enemies and some new ones. As betrayal and deceit hides in every corner of the grand Animus Academy, Aurelia must elevate her powers anew to fight against the very beasts that cage her.
- ~ -
The way my heart 𝙨𝙝𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙙.
I was hooked to the storyline from the very beginning but the author has outdone herself this time. Each subplot had me in a chokehold with its tragic nuances.
We finally meet Mr. Shadow, aka Aurelia's fifth mate, in this book and man am I pumped to read more of his povs.
Aside from that, I rue the day Xander's feelings enlighten knowing she's going to make him 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭 (as she should).
Savage continues to remain my precious favourite along with a brand new addition - Scythe and ofcourse Lyle. Scythe's story has been ruthless and I hope there are more gentle moments in the future!
- ~ -
4.11 / 5✩
𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘬𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘢𝘶𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘳. 𝘈𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘮𝘺 𝘰𝘸𝘯.
𝗛𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝘀𝘆𝗰𝗵𝗼 𝗕𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀 picks up with a newfound vengeance towards old enemies and some new ones. As betrayal and deceit hides in every corner of the grand Animus Academy, Aurelia must elevate her powers anew to fight against the very beasts that cage her.
- ~ -
The way my heart 𝙨𝙝𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙙.
I was hooked to the storyline from the very beginning but the author has outdone herself this time. Each subplot had me in a chokehold with its tragic nuances.
We finally meet Mr. Shadow, aka Aurelia's fifth mate, in this book and man am I pumped to read more of his povs.
Aside from that, I rue the day Xander's feelings enlighten knowing she's going to make him 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭 (as she should).
Savage continues to remain my precious favourite along with a brand new addition - Scythe and ofcourse Lyle. Scythe's story has been ruthless and I hope there are more gentle moments in the future!
- ~ -
4.11 / 5✩
𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘬𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘢𝘶𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘳. 𝘈𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘮𝘺 𝘰𝘸𝘯.
February 27, 2026
omg I hate that stupid dragon so very much!!!!
January 8, 2025
There is not ONE part of this series that I do not LOVE.
This is the third book in the Her Vicious Beasts series, and this might be the most insane, intense, overwhelming story I’ve ever read.
I can’t say much about this one without spoiling anything because we’re on the third book… but I can say this…
I have been desperate for books with devastation. Devastating circumstances. Utter and complete heartbreak. Emotional turmoil. You name it. I want to be put in the center of a blender of these emotions. And this book did just that.
“Because though I’ve already hurt her, what is coming will hurt her tenfold. It will cut her so deeply that the mark will leave an immortal scar.”
This book has a slightly dark academy setting with a sentient school that I’m obsessed with!
Our sweet Aurelia has five mates… yes that’s right FIVE. But BOY OH BOY is it SUPER complicated and absolutely… gut wrenching.
There’s rescue missions, chases, fights, deception, redemption, secrets, spice, and… A WHOLE LOT OF HEARTACHE.
“I didn’t know I could hate this strongly. I didn’t know hate could turn my body into a pressure cooker of poison that wanted to spill out and destroy. My own feelings frighten me.”
This truly is an emotional story. Each character’s backstory is so detailed and powerful and getting to know each of these individuals is such an incredible journey.
And these mates… can somebody say *complicated*?! They are precious, they are dangerous, they are down right scary at times. And yes… at times I’m so upset at them I could throw my book across the room. But… I love them. So much.
“You’ve been clinging onto an illusion because it kept you safe. But beasts like us, Aurelia? We are danger. We are death itself. Safe is not a word that should enter our minds. Safety is not something we should cling to, but something we destroy.”
There were a few scenes in this book that had me bawling like a baby. I was blubbering all over this place. This has been the most emotional story so far…
“I will walk in the dark with you for all of eternity. And for every eternity thereafter.”
And I apologize but…. DEAR LORD THE CLIFFHANGER WE HAVE RECEIVED HERE TODAY IS TOO MUCH TO BEAR. IT’S TOO MUCH. PLEASE. HEAR OUR PRAYERS FOR THE FOURTH BOOK AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. AMEN.
This is the third book in the Her Vicious Beasts series, and this might be the most insane, intense, overwhelming story I’ve ever read.
I can’t say much about this one without spoiling anything because we’re on the third book… but I can say this…
I have been desperate for books with devastation. Devastating circumstances. Utter and complete heartbreak. Emotional turmoil. You name it. I want to be put in the center of a blender of these emotions. And this book did just that.
“Because though I’ve already hurt her, what is coming will hurt her tenfold. It will cut her so deeply that the mark will leave an immortal scar.”
This book has a slightly dark academy setting with a sentient school that I’m obsessed with!
Our sweet Aurelia has five mates… yes that’s right FIVE. But BOY OH BOY is it SUPER complicated and absolutely… gut wrenching.
There’s rescue missions, chases, fights, deception, redemption, secrets, spice, and… A WHOLE LOT OF HEARTACHE.
“I didn’t know I could hate this strongly. I didn’t know hate could turn my body into a pressure cooker of poison that wanted to spill out and destroy. My own feelings frighten me.”
This truly is an emotional story. Each character’s backstory is so detailed and powerful and getting to know each of these individuals is such an incredible journey.
And these mates… can somebody say *complicated*?! They are precious, they are dangerous, they are down right scary at times. And yes… at times I’m so upset at them I could throw my book across the room. But… I love them. So much.
“You’ve been clinging onto an illusion because it kept you safe. But beasts like us, Aurelia? We are danger. We are death itself. Safe is not a word that should enter our minds. Safety is not something we should cling to, but something we destroy.”
There were a few scenes in this book that had me bawling like a baby. I was blubbering all over this place. This has been the most emotional story so far…
“I will walk in the dark with you for all of eternity. And for every eternity thereafter.”
And I apologize but…. DEAR LORD THE CLIFFHANGER WE HAVE RECEIVED HERE TODAY IS TOO MUCH TO BEAR. IT’S TOO MUCH. PLEASE. HEAR OUR PRAYERS FOR THE FOURTH BOOK AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. AMEN.
October 2, 2024
I'm just...speechless. I have no words.
Like the last two books, I inhaled this like a starving beast. Now that it's over, I'm feeling a little bereft and dying inside knowing the next book won't be out until spring.
I don't think I loved this one as much as the second. Granted, I absolutely adored seeing Scythe step up and take a more active role in mate group. If he hadn't already been my favorite, this would've cinched it. I love him so much and screamed in happiness when he was able to do what he did at the end.
But the plot felt less cohesive in this book. It felt like the group just sort of meandered along without any over-arching purpose. Like...... disaster (Sabrina) > solution > new disaster (headmaster dickhead) > solution > third disaster (Athena) > solution and ended with the grandaddy of all disasters. I don't think I would've minded these little side quests if the group had an agreed-upon mission at the beginning and continued to work toward it, alongside putting out all these fires, but as written, they seemed a little directionless. Granted, the ending of this book sets up the next one to be much more focused.
With Lia shacking up with the guys, I missed her spending as much time with the animas as she had in the past. For the most part, I loved her as much as I always had, but I didn't even recognize the Lia that we saw in those last few chapters. I understand her motivation. She already wanted to murder Mace even before he showed up and threatened the animas and everyone else she loves. But if Scythe's abandonment of her caused her that much pain and devastation, how could she be so heartless as to turn around and do the exact same thing to Savage and Lyle? I'm sure she intends to come back, and that 20 page contract she made the guys sign is a hell of an insurance policy, but there's no question it's Lia who's going to need to grovel this time.
Boyfriend ranking
1. Scythe - God, I love him so much. He was under constant barrage from the land madness, he knew where his story would end and a happily ever after with his mate wasn't in the cards. It's no wonder that he tried to hold her at arm's length for so long. And yet, he couldn't stop himself from loving her, respecting her, holding her in his arms for days as she healed from her injuries. He used his past trauma to make life better for other shifters, cared for his pack, and still had such a capacity to love. He may be one of my all-around favorite MMCs in the genre.
2. Savage - You can't not love him with his affection and earnest desire to be better for Lia.
3. Lyle - He was almost unrecognizeable from the calm, controlled headmaster we saw in the first two books. In some ways, I liked him more, but in other ways, it felt like protecting Lia or mating with her became his entire personality - and we already have Savage for that.
4. Ghoul - I hate him for what he did to Sabrina, but I don't hate him the most.
5. Xander - HAAAAAATE him! Viscerally! Every chapter from his POV, every scene he had with Lia, I kept waiting for him to realize how wrong he was and to soften toward her, and he disappointed me over and over. Despite all the evidence that Lia was never the spoiled nepo-baby he accuses her of being, all the evidence of the trauma she's experienced, this hateful piece of trash is incapable of seeing anything that doesn't fit his own fucked-up narrative. It's as if he's existing on an entirely different plane of reality. I can forgive Lia's choice at the end, because she knew the only way her friends and loved ones would ever be safe would be by killing her father. On the other hand, Xander KNEW that going along with the plan would destroy his so-called brothers. Not only did he put his own wants ahead of those of the pack, but he went even further, by publicly rejecting and humiliating Lia.
My only consolation is that the next book is titled Tortured Beasts. Since Ghoul appears to be apathetic in the extreme, this can only be Xander's book. So go ahead, bring on the torture! I NEED this guy broken and miserable. I need for his dragon to abandon him and go into hibernation. I need Scythe, Savage and Lyle to shun his existence, because killing him ends his misery too quicky. I need for him to develop an incurable case of erectile dysfunction, for his father to lose respect for Xander as quickly as he found it, and to look at him with disgust. I need for him to be left with nothing after giving up everything, to be all alone, and sob three times a day. I can't remember the last time a MMC stirred up this much negative emotion in me, but the only way he's ever coming back from this is by hitting rock bottom.
Like the last two books, I inhaled this like a starving beast. Now that it's over, I'm feeling a little bereft and dying inside knowing the next book won't be out until spring.
I don't think I loved this one as much as the second. Granted, I absolutely adored seeing Scythe step up and take a more active role in mate group. If he hadn't already been my favorite, this would've cinched it. I love him so much and screamed in happiness when he was able to do what he did at the end.
But the plot felt less cohesive in this book. It felt like the group just sort of meandered along without any over-arching purpose. Like...... disaster (Sabrina) > solution > new disaster (headmaster dickhead) > solution > third disaster (Athena) > solution and ended with the grandaddy of all disasters. I don't think I would've minded these little side quests if the group had an agreed-upon mission at the beginning and continued to work toward it, alongside putting out all these fires, but as written, they seemed a little directionless. Granted, the ending of this book sets up the next one to be much more focused.
With Lia shacking up with the guys, I missed her spending as much time with the animas as she had in the past. For the most part, I loved her as much as I always had, but I didn't even recognize the Lia that we saw in those last few chapters. I understand her motivation. She already wanted to murder Mace even before he showed up and threatened the animas and everyone else she loves. But if Scythe's abandonment of her caused her that much pain and devastation, how could she be so heartless as to turn around and do the exact same thing to Savage and Lyle? I'm sure she intends to come back, and that 20 page contract she made the guys sign is a hell of an insurance policy, but there's no question it's Lia who's going to need to grovel this time.
Boyfriend ranking
1. Scythe - God, I love him so much. He was under constant barrage from the land madness, he knew where his story would end and a happily ever after with his mate wasn't in the cards. It's no wonder that he tried to hold her at arm's length for so long. And yet, he couldn't stop himself from loving her, respecting her, holding her in his arms for days as she healed from her injuries. He used his past trauma to make life better for other shifters, cared for his pack, and still had such a capacity to love. He may be one of my all-around favorite MMCs in the genre.
2. Savage - You can't not love him with his affection and earnest desire to be better for Lia.
3. Lyle - He was almost unrecognizeable from the calm, controlled headmaster we saw in the first two books. In some ways, I liked him more, but in other ways, it felt like protecting Lia or mating with her became his entire personality - and we already have Savage for that.
4. Ghoul - I hate him for what he did to Sabrina, but I don't hate him the most.
5. Xander - HAAAAAATE him! Viscerally! Every chapter from his POV, every scene he had with Lia, I kept waiting for him to realize how wrong he was and to soften toward her, and he disappointed me over and over. Despite all the evidence that Lia was never the spoiled nepo-baby he accuses her of being, all the evidence of the trauma she's experienced, this hateful piece of trash is incapable of seeing anything that doesn't fit his own fucked-up narrative. It's as if he's existing on an entirely different plane of reality. I can forgive Lia's choice at the end, because she knew the only way her friends and loved ones would ever be safe would be by killing her father. On the other hand, Xander KNEW that going along with the plan would destroy his so-called brothers. Not only did he put his own wants ahead of those of the pack, but he went even further, by publicly rejecting and humiliating Lia.
My only consolation is that the next book is titled Tortured Beasts. Since Ghoul appears to be apathetic in the extreme, this can only be Xander's book. So go ahead, bring on the torture! I NEED this guy broken and miserable. I need for his dragon to abandon him and go into hibernation. I need Scythe, Savage and Lyle to shun his existence, because killing him ends his misery too quicky. I need for him to develop an incurable case of erectile dysfunction, for his father to lose respect for Xander as quickly as he found it, and to look at him with disgust. I need for him to be left with nothing after giving up everything, to be all alone, and sob three times a day. I can't remember the last time a MMC stirred up this much negative emotion in me, but the only way he's ever coming back from this is by hitting rock bottom.
December 16, 2025
Remind me why she has 5 mates again? Because 2 of them SUCK! I really don’t think that there’s enough of a redemption arc for Xander… there is literally nothing likeable able the guy… and it’s been 3 and a half books! And then he does that? Yeah, I’m good, thanks 🙅🏻♀️
And Ghoul? I hate him a little less, but he still majorly sucks. And he’s actually a bigger villain than Xander.. Imagine being so unlikable that the villain plotting against her is more likeable 🙄
Savage still remains my favourite! He’s an unhinged psychopath with a fun and gentle side that I adore, and the way he treats her makes up for everything else that makes him a nutcase lol
Scythe made it to my #2 slot this book surprisingly! He was pretty standofish at the beginning, but the way he pined for her was delicious! He managed to make be bawl my eyes out multiple times while reading this one 😭 a perfect song that fit with their situation is Forever by Lewis Capaldi. I listed to it and couldn’t stop crying because it was a perfect fit for their love story 💔
And Lyle? I really like him, but idk, I felt a little disconnected to him this book. Maybe because the second book was mostly about him, so he wasn’t the main focus? 🤷🏻♀️
The story felt like it dragged on a little, and the fact that there are 2 more books in the series is kind of wild to me… why does it have to be this long? 😩
And Ghoul? I hate him a little less, but he still majorly sucks. And he’s actually a bigger villain than Xander.. Imagine being so unlikable that the villain plotting against her is more likeable 🙄
Savage still remains my favourite! He’s an unhinged psychopath with a fun and gentle side that I adore, and the way he treats her makes up for everything else that makes him a nutcase lol
Scythe made it to my #2 slot this book surprisingly! He was pretty standofish at the beginning, but the way he pined for her was delicious! He managed to make be bawl my eyes out multiple times while reading this one 😭 a perfect song that fit with their situation is Forever by Lewis Capaldi. I listed to it and couldn’t stop crying because it was a perfect fit for their love story 💔
And Lyle? I really like him, but idk, I felt a little disconnected to him this book. Maybe because the second book was mostly about him, so he wasn’t the main focus? 🤷🏻♀️
The story felt like it dragged on a little, and the fact that there are 2 more books in the series is kind of wild to me… why does it have to be this long? 😩
October 5, 2024
I just feel like that cliffhanger is a little rude.
Quote of mention:
“When a man shows you who he is, you believe him. Every action is revealing.”
Quote of mention:
“When a man shows you who he is, you believe him. Every action is revealing.”
September 16, 2025
4.5⭐️
I love this wacky little series
I love this wacky little series
September 8, 2024
I'm completely addicted to this series. It's a wild, steamy, vicious ride and I don't want to get off. RTC
July 29, 2025
Why do I never understand what happens at the ends of these books? So she turned herself in? I don't get what happened with Ghoul and Xander and Aurelia at the end. How were all those guys ready to ambush Scythe? Nothing makes sense.
I love Savage, Lyle, and Scythe. They are amazing. Tbh, I don't see how I'm ever going to come around on Ghoul or Xander. They both suck.
These books are way too long considering not much happens in all of them, but whatevs, it's trashy "why choose," which I'm entertained by. I wish it wasn't one-mate-per-book structure, but that seems to be the way of the world. *sigh*
I love Savage, Lyle, and Scythe. They are amazing. Tbh, I don't see how I'm ever going to come around on Ghoul or Xander. They both suck.
These books are way too long considering not much happens in all of them, but whatevs, it's trashy "why choose," which I'm entertained by. I wish it wasn't one-mate-per-book structure, but that seems to be the way of the world. *sigh*
October 29, 2024
at first, I was like.. this is ass.
however,
I shockingly found myself tearing up in the later half, so 🤷🏻♀️
however,
I shockingly found myself tearing up in the later half, so 🤷🏻♀️
September 6, 2024
I will start off by saying, Miss Bali, HUGE fan of your works and so very grateful to have received an ARC copy of the third book in this series 😍
This story. Wow. This book build primarily on Aurelia and the Boneweaver packs relationship with Scythe (aka Shark Daddy 🦈 💦) and from all accounts sets the scene for the showdown in the next book that will involve Ghoul and Xander. The way that Bali weaves us into and around the emotions of these characters is something to be admired and respected. I FELT the obsession, the devotion, the fear, anger... I just felt ALL the feels with this one.
I would recommend this series and this book wholeheartedly!
Spicy Rating: 🌶 🌶 - personal opinion 😂
THAT CLIFFHANGET ENDING THOUGH MISS BALI! Why do you do us all like this? 😭😍🥺😂
I am not going to be able to cope waiting for Her Tortured Beasts 😭
This story. Wow. This book build primarily on Aurelia and the Boneweaver packs relationship with Scythe (aka Shark Daddy 🦈 💦) and from all accounts sets the scene for the showdown in the next book that will involve Ghoul and Xander. The way that Bali weaves us into and around the emotions of these characters is something to be admired and respected. I FELT the obsession, the devotion, the fear, anger... I just felt ALL the feels with this one.
I would recommend this series and this book wholeheartedly!
Spicy Rating: 🌶 🌶 - personal opinion 😂
THAT CLIFFHANGET ENDING THOUGH MISS BALI! Why do you do us all like this? 😭😍🥺😂
I am not going to be able to cope waiting for Her Tortured Beasts 😭
July 21, 2025
4.25✨ damn I kind of forgot Scythe was even a character in the last book but then he went and got emotional as hell and I fell for it so bad😫 are the other two even love interests? booooo losers🍅
October 26, 2024
Ektaa, babe, I’ll be sending you my therapy bill 😭
Even though the flashbacks/dreams were heartbreaking, I loved that we got to see what made Shark Daddy Scythe the way he is. I also loved how close Lyle and Savage became in this one.
That plot twist in the middle of the book?? Didn’t see it coming at all. Heartbreaking.
BUT THE CLIFFHANGER?? I knew something was going to happen, but THAT?? 😭😭😭
Idk what to do with myself until May 31st. This cliffy was worse than the last 2.
“𝘼𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙡,” “𝙇𝙚𝙩 𝙢𝙚 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝙮𝙤𝙪. 𝘽𝙚𝙘𝙖𝙪𝙨𝙚 𝙄’𝙢 𝙜𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙢𝙮 𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙚 𝙤𝙣 𝙢𝙮 𝙠𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙨, 𝙧𝙚𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙛𝙪𝙘𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙄 𝙙𝙞𝙙 𝙗𝙚𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙬𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙘𝙖𝙢𝙚 𝙤𝙣𝙚. 𝙇𝙚𝙩 𝙢𝙚 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙞𝙩 𝙗𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧, 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙖 𝙢𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩.”
“𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙖 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙚𝙘𝙩, 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙙 𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚, 𝘼𝙪𝙧𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙖 𝘽𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙬𝙚𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙧” 🥺
Even though the flashbacks/dreams were heartbreaking, I loved that we got to see what made Shark Daddy Scythe the way he is. I also loved how close Lyle and Savage became in this one.
That plot twist in the middle of the book?? Didn’t see it coming at all. Heartbreaking.
BUT THE CLIFFHANGER?? I knew something was going to happen, but THAT?? 😭😭😭
Idk what to do with myself until May 31st. This cliffy was worse than the last 2.
“𝘼𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙡,” “𝙇𝙚𝙩 𝙢𝙚 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝙮𝙤𝙪. 𝘽𝙚𝙘𝙖𝙪𝙨𝙚 𝙄’𝙢 𝙜𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙢𝙮 𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙚 𝙤𝙣 𝙢𝙮 𝙠𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙨, 𝙧𝙚𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙛𝙪𝙘𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙄 𝙙𝙞𝙙 𝙗𝙚𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙬𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙘𝙖𝙢𝙚 𝙤𝙣𝙚. 𝙇𝙚𝙩 𝙢𝙚 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙞𝙩 𝙗𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧, 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙖 𝙢𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩.”
“𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙖 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙚𝙘𝙩, 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙙 𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚, 𝘼𝙪𝙧𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙖 𝘽𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙬𝙚𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙧” 🥺
February 23, 2026
I found this one a little slower but honestly, I'm here for the vibes with this series. The ending has me scared to start book 4, maybe in a couple of weeks after I recover from that betrayal!
The perfect series if you're looking for a Zodiac Academy x The Bonds That Tie vibe.
Fave MMC Ranking after Book 3:
1. Scythe
2. Savage
3. Xander
4. Lyle
5. Ghoul
The perfect series if you're looking for a Zodiac Academy x The Bonds That Tie vibe.
Fave MMC Ranking after Book 3:
1. Scythe
2. Savage
3. Xander
4. Lyle
5. Ghoul
April 13, 2025
you will have to pry this series from my dead cold hands.
what in the actual fuck just happened ?
what in the actual fuck just happened ?
October 25, 2024
I’m probably not going to continue the series—I’ve already forgotten most of what happened in the books, and so many questions were left unanswered. Her interactions with her friends felt dull, and the mmcs were so overpowering and intimidating that they dictated what she wore and who she could talk to.
What was even the point of introducing the storyline with her mom? And the way the male leads were described didn’t match their supposed roles at all—one of the mob guys had a silver ponytail? Just no. The female lead also seemed totally out of it, unable to control herself for even a moment.
What was even the point of introducing the storyline with her mom? And the way the male leads were described didn’t match their supposed roles at all—one of the mob guys had a silver ponytail? Just no. The female lead also seemed totally out of it, unable to control herself for even a moment.
September 29, 2024
way to rip out my heart, yeeesh. I almost regret reading this so soon as I'm going to have to wait for the next one for too long. 5 stars
May 7, 2026
What the actual f$ck was that ending?????!! I’m still sitting here gasping trying to process what just happened. E.P. Bali really said “here’s your emotional support” and then ripped it away in the last few pages 😭
This series just keeps getting more addictive. I loved seeing the relationships continue to grow and the tension was insane the entire time. The mix of chaos, obsession, spice, and emotional moments had me completely hooked. But THAT ENDING??? Criminal behavior honestly.
I’m unwell and need answers ASAP.
This series just keeps getting more addictive. I loved seeing the relationships continue to grow and the tension was insane the entire time. The mix of chaos, obsession, spice, and emotional moments had me completely hooked. But THAT ENDING??? Criminal behavior honestly.
I’m unwell and need answers ASAP.
January 11, 2026
Ugh this one has the worst ending. I swear for someone so powerful, Lia makes the stupidest choices.
Also, I don't understand why Xander and 5th mate dislike her so much. Actually, the more I think about this story, the more doesn't make sense AT ALL. There are a lot of things that start, but then are forgotten later. Random people being killed, but the ones that actually need killing are left alive... for some reason.
There is a barrier so fliers can't get out of the school, except for Xander even though it was stated in the first book he couldn't.
At this point, I don't think I care enough to read over 1100 more pages to see how things will end.
Best part of these books is Savage and he's the ONLY ONE we don't get artwork for at the beginning of their book :(
Also, I don't understand why Xander and 5th mate dislike her so much. Actually, the more I think about this story, the more doesn't make sense AT ALL. There are a lot of things that start, but then are forgotten later. Random people being killed, but the ones that actually need killing are left alive... for some reason.
There is a barrier so fliers can't get out of the school, except for Xander even though it was stated in the first book he couldn't.
At this point, I don't think I care enough to read over 1100 more pages to see how things will end.
Best part of these books is Savage and he's the ONLY ONE we don't get artwork for at the beginning of their book :(
October 2, 2024
“I will walk in the dark with you for all of eternity. And for every eternity thereafter.”
Her Psycho Beasts picks off directly from the ending of its predecessor–Aurelia’s secret is now out; she is the last of her kind, and it’s painted a target on her back. In order to rescue her kidnapped friend, she finally turns to Scythe, the cold, sharp shark . . . but his devastating secrets may ruin them further.
I was reeling throughout the entirety of this book–it was everything I ever wanted, and then more! The heightened emotions and tension, the deepening bonds, and the unraveling of secrets… buck up, you’re going to have the time of your life. (Oh, and you’re definitely going to cry).
Scythe has always been one of my favorites, and if you know me, that isn’t surprising–I love the cold, indifferent ones (still waters run deep, y’know?), and I never get tired of seeing characters like him fall in love. Scythe is also easily one of the most complex characters; his past, his path to his power and current role as a mafia don, and how he operates in the dark criminal world is deliciously intriguing. I loved the way that Aurelia and Scythe’s relationship continued to develop, and how they slowly begin to trust and fall deeper for one another. Oh, also the overlaying tone of tragedy??? I ATE THAT SHIP UP. I love the sense of doomed (but, not really doomed) lovers.
I also love the rest of Aurelia’s pack and it was so fun and heartwarming to see Lyle and Savage get closer with her too. Like with Savage’s book, this book also highlights the brotherhood of him and Scythe, and I adore both brothers.
I was surprised that I actually guessed Ghoul’s order correctly–and I hope we get to see a little more of the serpent court in the next books? And of course, we can’t forget about our irritable and broody resident dragon, Xander–he definitely has his moments in his book and I’m intrigued by what we’ve learned about him . . . his redemption arc will be exciting to see.
And ooof, the plot. The plot thickens. I was on the edge of my seat–some secrets revealed, and so many things that we yet don’t know.
The ending… I knew it would be brutal, and it was. These books–and especially Her Psycho Beasts–give me so much dopamine and joy. I can’t wait to see where the next one goes–and oh my god, finally figure out Xander’s damage! (like when he falls for Aurelia for REAL it's going to be good).
Her Psycho Beasts is out now! Thank you to the author for providing me with an ARC!!
(lmao, lmao, my friends are going to see this review.........don't judge me, or do)
Her Psycho Beasts picks off directly from the ending of its predecessor–Aurelia’s secret is now out; she is the last of her kind, and it’s painted a target on her back. In order to rescue her kidnapped friend, she finally turns to Scythe, the cold, sharp shark . . . but his devastating secrets may ruin them further.
I was reeling throughout the entirety of this book–it was everything I ever wanted, and then more! The heightened emotions and tension, the deepening bonds, and the unraveling of secrets… buck up, you’re going to have the time of your life. (Oh, and you’re definitely going to cry).
Scythe has always been one of my favorites, and if you know me, that isn’t surprising–I love the cold, indifferent ones (still waters run deep, y’know?), and I never get tired of seeing characters like him fall in love. Scythe is also easily one of the most complex characters; his past, his path to his power and current role as a mafia don, and how he operates in the dark criminal world is deliciously intriguing. I loved the way that Aurelia and Scythe’s relationship continued to develop, and how they slowly begin to trust and fall deeper for one another. Oh, also the overlaying tone of tragedy??? I ATE THAT SHIP UP. I love the sense of doomed (but, not really doomed) lovers.
I also love the rest of Aurelia’s pack and it was so fun and heartwarming to see Lyle and Savage get closer with her too. Like with Savage’s book, this book also highlights the brotherhood of him and Scythe, and I adore both brothers.
I was surprised that I actually guessed Ghoul’s order correctly–and I hope we get to see a little more of the serpent court in the next books? And of course, we can’t forget about our irritable and broody resident dragon, Xander–he definitely has his moments in his book and I’m intrigued by what we’ve learned about him . . . his redemption arc will be exciting to see.
And ooof, the plot. The plot thickens. I was on the edge of my seat–some secrets revealed, and so many things that we yet don’t know.
The ending… I knew it would be brutal, and it was. These books–and especially Her Psycho Beasts–give me so much dopamine and joy. I can’t wait to see where the next one goes–and oh my god, finally figure out Xander’s damage! (like when he falls for Aurelia for REAL it's going to be good).
Her Psycho Beasts is out now! Thank you to the author for providing me with an ARC!!
September 8, 2024
I would like to call this review “ode to Scythes descent into madness”
Who knew Scythe was the poetic one of the group? I mean damn I always thought it was going to be hard to get me to swoon for a fish man but here the hell we are. And now I want to be a ocean girlie because I am HAUNTED by the scenes of them in the open water half afraid Scythe is going to snap and steal her away for himself and half hoping he does. I really felt his longing and loneliness and the pain of choosing to stay in a world he does not belong in. Is scythes whole storyline an analogy for what it is like to live with certain mental illnesses? Don’t get me wrong I still love unhinged Savage and Mr. Pardalia maybe even more so because they are both devoted and doting esp during her special lady times. And the fact that we are getting to know these guys enough to get to see the fun, cute moments as well as the tough or steamy ones. Of course there are still a lot of heart wrenching moments in the rest of the overall plot which I am also still reeling from as well, it’s like Aurelia has her own little descent into madness with Scythe. There are a lot of emotional and deep scenes with dark themes that will break your heart over and over again (it’s giving EP Bali goes to therapy and it shows) but I can’t stop thinking about Scythe and the ocean honestly. Finally there is also a tie in to the beginning of the story back to their first meeting and we get some answers for that and learn that there is premonition in the madness of you can sort through the noise pollution for it. Oh and last but not least the Harry Potter reference we have all been waiting for!
“I let him out. My descent into madness has begun”
“Something wild urges me to steal her away in the middle of the night and head to the sea with her. Just the two of us, living our lives in peace and solitude with nothing between us and the endless ocean.”
“I cannot allow our powers to mingle. It would be the final nail in my coffin. …. She makes me want to give everything up. She makes me want to surrender everything to her. …… “I want you, Aurelia. Don’t forget that. I want to possess you, body and soul. I want us to become one, so that wherever you go, you don’t fucking forget—” ….. “That this _____ claimed you. Owned you.” ….. “Loved you.” As I claim her to the hilt, she lets out a whimper that I feel in the coldest, broken chamber of my heart.”
“I want all of her, need all of this branded into the recesses of my brain so that no matter what level of madness takes me, I’ll always have this memory to guide me on. Because even _____ in her _____, my teeth around her shoulder, in the throes of mind-blowing pleasure, the end calls to me. An everlasting undertow that drags me into an abyss with every step I take. I cannot take her with me. Even if my heart pines for it. Even if my soul demands it. I must let her go. I must let them all go. I was never made for this world….. “I want to walk alongside your darkness with you,” she whispers. “Like you’ve done for me.” My being shatters. Heartbreaking and soul-destroying is my echoing roar into the cavern as I ________ ________my regina. Hoping the heavens and the Wild Mother hear my anguish, and knowing what she’s done to us, I hope she weeps too.”
And the crown jewel : “How can a bird love a fish? Their love would be doomed from the beginning.”
Ugh!! Just ugh!! I’m unwell and mentally in a stormy sea of longing and emotion.
Who knew Scythe was the poetic one of the group? I mean damn I always thought it was going to be hard to get me to swoon for a fish man but here the hell we are. And now I want to be a ocean girlie because I am HAUNTED by the scenes of them in the open water half afraid Scythe is going to snap and steal her away for himself and half hoping he does. I really felt his longing and loneliness and the pain of choosing to stay in a world he does not belong in. Is scythes whole storyline an analogy for what it is like to live with certain mental illnesses? Don’t get me wrong I still love unhinged Savage and Mr. Pardalia maybe even more so because they are both devoted and doting esp during her special lady times. And the fact that we are getting to know these guys enough to get to see the fun, cute moments as well as the tough or steamy ones. Of course there are still a lot of heart wrenching moments in the rest of the overall plot which I am also still reeling from as well, it’s like Aurelia has her own little descent into madness with Scythe. There are a lot of emotional and deep scenes with dark themes that will break your heart over and over again (it’s giving EP Bali goes to therapy and it shows) but I can’t stop thinking about Scythe and the ocean honestly. Finally there is also a tie in to the beginning of the story back to their first meeting and we get some answers for that and learn that there is premonition in the madness of you can sort through the noise pollution for it. Oh and last but not least the Harry Potter reference we have all been waiting for!
“I let him out. My descent into madness has begun”
“Something wild urges me to steal her away in the middle of the night and head to the sea with her. Just the two of us, living our lives in peace and solitude with nothing between us and the endless ocean.”
“I cannot allow our powers to mingle. It would be the final nail in my coffin. …. She makes me want to give everything up. She makes me want to surrender everything to her. …… “I want you, Aurelia. Don’t forget that. I want to possess you, body and soul. I want us to become one, so that wherever you go, you don’t fucking forget—” ….. “That this _____ claimed you. Owned you.” ….. “Loved you.” As I claim her to the hilt, she lets out a whimper that I feel in the coldest, broken chamber of my heart.”
“I want all of her, need all of this branded into the recesses of my brain so that no matter what level of madness takes me, I’ll always have this memory to guide me on. Because even _____ in her _____, my teeth around her shoulder, in the throes of mind-blowing pleasure, the end calls to me. An everlasting undertow that drags me into an abyss with every step I take. I cannot take her with me. Even if my heart pines for it. Even if my soul demands it. I must let her go. I must let them all go. I was never made for this world….. “I want to walk alongside your darkness with you,” she whispers. “Like you’ve done for me.” My being shatters. Heartbreaking and soul-destroying is my echoing roar into the cavern as I ________ ________my regina. Hoping the heavens and the Wild Mother hear my anguish, and knowing what she’s done to us, I hope she weeps too.”
And the crown jewel : “How can a bird love a fish? Their love would be doomed from the beginning.”
Ugh!! Just ugh!! I’m unwell and mentally in a stormy sea of longing and emotion.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 7, 2025
4⭐️
Now I’m actually in a terrible mood after finishing this because for some reason I only have the attention span to listen to audiobooks rn so WHAT DO YOU MEAN I CAN’T CONTINUE AFTER THAT CLIFFHANGER🫠 That is obviously my own fault as the next book is literally out and maybe that alone will give me the will to start eye reading again🙏🏻 Anywho…still obsessing over this series even WITH the diabolical cliffhanger that this book ended on.
Now I’m actually in a terrible mood after finishing this because for some reason I only have the attention span to listen to audiobooks rn so WHAT DO YOU MEAN I CAN’T CONTINUE AFTER THAT CLIFFHANGER🫠 That is obviously my own fault as the next book is literally out and maybe that alone will give me the will to start eye reading again🙏🏻 Anywho…still obsessing over this series even WITH the diabolical cliffhanger that this book ended on.
October 9, 2025
Another fantastic audiobook performance. I’m so obsessed with this series. Absolutely loved diving into Scythe’s book and spending so much time exploring his POV and relationship with Aurelia.
I just love the way the author approaches topics such as mental health. There’s a lot of care that goes into it, and I appreciate it immensely.
I just love the way the author approaches topics such as mental health. There’s a lot of care that goes into it, and I appreciate it immensely.
February 24, 2026
Noooooo!!!!
omgggg I’m so hooked.
omgggg I’m so hooked.
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