Winter's Song

Cascade of Lies #0.5

by Cora Flynn

Nothing exciting ever happens in Cascade Falls.

Nothing that is, until I take a secret job at a secret club in a nearby town, and end up meeting a deliciously enticing secret stranger.

But that stranger isn’t who I thought he was, and neither is my new job.

It’s getting harder to keep my secrets from my best friend, and it seems he’s hiding a few of his own.

Cascade Falls? More like Cascade of Lies.

This book is a pre-novella to the first book in the Cascade of Lies series. It is intended for audiences 18+ due to mature content.

Genres: Why Choose, Novella, Contemporary, Romance

42 pages, ebook

Published November 15, 2023

About the author

Cora Flynn is a Canadian Indie Why Choose/Reverse Harem author with a penchant for cliffhangers and crafting characters that will equally excite and exasperate you.

When she’s not writing, Cora attempts to manage the chaos of a two-toddler household with her extremely patient husband, while maintaining a job in the ‘real world.’

She loves reading as many books as she can fit on her Kindle, her bookshelves, and her nightstand. Worlds with multiple men will always be her favorite.

Join the fun on Instagram and TikTok by following @coraflynnauthor.

Reviews

[Megan Butchard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a fun quick read to get us started in the world of Cascade Falls. I really hope we see more Kellan in the next book.

[Samantha Gould · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing prequel novella . Definitely had me hooked and wanting to read more about Winter and her life in cascade falls .

[Kate Drier · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a very fun and interesting prequel to Cora Flynn’s new Reverse Harem series, Cascade of Lies!

Having already finished Book 1 of this series, Days of Winter, I am extremely interested to see how the events of this prequel impact the story in future books! Can’t wait 😉

[Sheila M. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Winter’s Song is a tasty little morsel. It is a quick bite of Winter Wallace’s world in the small town of Cascade Falls. Winter’s Song is the prequel for the Cascade of Lies series, about Winter Wallace, a college student making her way through school by waitressing at a small diner.

Cascade of Lies is a reverse harem romance series, so Winter’s Song introduces a cast of characters that may potentially be in that reverse harem in future books. Readers are also introduced to Winter’s two best friends: Quick and Raven. Quick, is actually Shane Quicksilver, who is Winter’s long-time bestie. Raven is Winter’s college bestie.

The book also introduces Bourbon & Blues, a bar designed like an old-fashioned speakeasy. The bar is located in nearby Sheldonville, another small town slightly larger than Cascade Falls, which will be featured in subsequent books.

Readers get just enough to whet their appetite and want to come back for a bigger bite. Count me in. I’m ready for a bigger slice and reading more books in the series.

[Michael'an Cook · Rating 5 out of 5]

•Winter’s Song• Cora Flynn•

This is a short prequel novella in the Cascade of Lies series. Cora Flynn has grabbed my attention in just these few short pages and I am immediately jumping into the first full novel of the series: Days of Winter!

Winter’s Song is set two years prior to the events of Days of Winter, and follows Winter through just a few days of college, work, and spice! I have a feeling Winter’s world is about to get a little warmer after her first encounter with Viking!

•Spicy
•Reverse Harem
•Small Tourist Town

Rating:🖤x5
Genre: Reverse Harem Romance
Length: 43 pages
Audiobook: No
Series/Standalone: Book .5 of 3 in the Cascade of Lies series

[bersabea giudice · Rating 2 out of 5]

Un libro breve, 40 pagine appena, che serve più che altro a presentare alcuni personaggi e il luogo in cui la storia si svolge.
Beh, se il buongiorno si vede dal mattino... io manco ci provo a leggere la trilogia.
In sole 40 pagine la protagonista ha appena chiuso una relazione sessuale ed è andata a letto con il primo che le ha indicato la porta della sua stanza, per di più desidera qualunque ragazzo carino che le sorrida.
So già di non amare questo genere di libri, in cui la trama si deve contendere lo spazio con infinite e numerose scene di sesso.
Per me, mi sa, finisce ancor prima di iniziare.

[Vanessa (bookscallmyheart) · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a fun prequel novella to start the Cascade of Lies series! It was a quick read and gave a great overview of the town of Cascade Falls and the various characters. It immediately hooked me into Winter's life, and I immediately started Days of Winter afterward because I was dying to keep reading. And the steam!!! This novella will get the fire started!

Highly recommend reading this one before diving into Days of Winter, but even if you have already read Days of Winter, it is absolutely worth the read!

[Christina · Rating 4 out of 5]

It’s nice to have some missing pieces filled in. Like on how the guys from the end of book two knows her and how Logan knew about them. Or what exactly really led to Winter keeping this secret from Shane.

But now I feel like I might be totally bummed if Kellan/Viking doesn’t join the harem because daYUM what a night. Their chemistry was better in two scenes that some of these others in two books.

[Becky Dreyer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Winter’s Song is the prequel to the Cascade of Lies series. This prequel introduces you to Winter, the FMC, her best friend Quick, her boss Drew and the mysterious Kellan. The problem with living in a small town is everyone knows everyone and everyone talks but everyone has their own secrets. Fantastic introduction to the characters and series. Can’t wait for the 1st book to come out.

[Clary · Rating 5 out of 5]

This quick read, short novella is the prequel to Cora Flynn’s Days of Winter. In this novella you will start meeting the major players of the Cascade of Lies series. This prequel was entertaining, spicy, and very intriguing. Definitely leaves you wanting to know what happens next. Absolutely recommend!

[Neia Quaintance · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a pre-novella to the 1st book Days of Winter

I hope Kellan the Viking mountain man is in Days of Winter. This novella is in Cascade Falls? It's more like Cascade of Lies. Everyone is holding onto secrets. It seems like Winter and her best friend Quick. This pre-novella ends on a cliffhanger, I can't wait to read what happens in the book Days of Winter.

[Annie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Winter's Song by Cora Flynn is the perfect appetizer for her upcoming series, Cascade of Lies. It's a quick but awesome introduction that gives you a taste of the characters. I'm already hooked, especially on Kellan—I need more of his story! Can't wait to dive into the full series after this enticing sneak peek. Five stars for leaving me hungry for more! ❤️

[Jessica · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a short and spicy prequel, that takes play 2 years before Days of Winter. Which is book #1 in the Cascade of Lies series. I love this because we briefly meet some of Winters guys, Travis, Shane and Drew. But the spicy scene isn't with any of those guys. 🔥 🤤 I hope he shows up in the future though.

[Adriana · Rating 5 out of 5]

I always do things backward. So I just finished reading this after the first two books in the series, and I loved it. It is a pre novella to the book of Days of Winter.
Let's not lie. This novella is mainly smut, not a lot of plot. But that's what the rest of the books are for, to give you the actual plot. This just hints at what is to come next, and it's amazing.

[Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

What A Little Tease!

Winter’s Song is the prequel to the Cascade Falls series and this gives a little taste of the exciting series yet to come. I got this novella by signing up for Cora’s newsletter. Totally worth it as there is some great back story here that I am glad I did not miss! I am jumping right into the first book in the series; Days of Winter!

[Brandi Augustine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a great prequel! Gets you really excited to read more about Winter. There is definitely some steamy scenes too. Winter seems to be the perfect FMC. Definitely have some men in here that hopefully she just collects. Can't wait to see what happens in the next book.

[Grace Hayden Brock · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great quick read to the beginning to the town of Cascade. Such a quick, fun, and exciting introduction to events that may come into the first book. It makes for a good dive into the first book.

[BOOKGIRLIE4LIFE · Rating 4 out of 5]

After ARC reading Days of Winter I had to read this little prequel novela!
The spice (chefs kiss)
The insight into a bit of the beginning of this whole story was lovely and Kellen...swoon...I'm a sucker for a dark broody pushy viking hunk ❤️

[Amy Hans · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved this! It was a quick read, perfect for Christmas time, too. I quickly got a sense of the world and characters, this novella perfectly sets up the books to follow and really draws you in to the plot that's ready to unfold.

[Sember · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great start to a new series. It introduces the main female character and some of the male characters that will be featured in later books. There is also some spice to get the readers hooked. Great book. Can't wait to read the next one.

[Riina E · Rating 4 out of 5]

a short and sweet prequel to the Cascade of Lies series where we learn something about Shaun's little secret from Winter in Days of Winter, Winter begins her singing career, and she has a very hot one-night stand. A very quick read!

[TheheartofBrigid · Rating 5 out of 5]

Winter’s Song is 0.5 novella prequel to the Cascade Of Lies series by Cora Flynn. This is a fun and spicy introduction to this new world. Winter is sassy and knows what she wants. I can’t wait to read more with the next book.

[Catherine Leigh · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic quick read.
Gave me a great layout of the characters and the township dynamics.
The steamy scenes for honestly hot AF!
It was a perfect kick off to read prior to Days of Winter

[Joleen Grace · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nothing exciting happens in a small town? That sure isn't the case here!! Steamy short read that draws you into Winters world, making you want all these men she's coming cross to become real life!!!!

[coffeeinlibraries · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great set up for book one! You get a feel for the cozy town and its people. Also, I loved Kellan. Hoping he’s a big part of this series!

[Nikki Kraus · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved the intro to the men of Cascade falls! It was steamy, intriguing, and really drew me in. It got me very excited to read Days of Winter.

[Kayla Sargent · Rating 5 out of 5]

Quick & easy read. A very good start to the Cascade of Lies.

[Van | Goddessofbooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 Stars
A great appetizer for book 1! I am really excited to read Days of Winter and see how the events and characters mentioned in the prequel come together (pun intended)

[Beau · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good insight Into the life of winter, a good prequel and some hot spicy scenes. Can’t wait to read more from the world of winter.

[K’s bookshelf · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this steamy prequel novella for Days of Winter. Definitely curious to see how the information from this ties into the series. Loving this author’s work and can’t wait for the rest!