What do you think?
Rate this book
Elizabeth Cage #4
Bad Moon: A heart-stopping new supernatural thriller from the million-copy bestselling author of The Chronicles of St Marys
BOOK 4 IN THE GRIPPING SUPERNATURAL SERIES BY THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE CHRONICLES OF ST MARY'S
I will send the serpent.
I always send the serpent.
It's kind of my signature move.
Things are not going well for Elizabeth Cage.
It all started with the Christmas she can't quite remember.
There's blood on her doorstep every morning.
Something unpleasant is heading her way.
And then there's the sinister note threatening her life.
The one that seems to have been written by Elizabeth herself . . .
Twisty, dark and incredibly gripping, the Elizabeth Cage novels are perfect for fans of Sarah Painter and Genevieve Cogman.
Readers love Jodi
'Jodi Taylor does brilliant, strong female heroes, and Elizabeth follows on from Max in the St Mary's series'
'I look forward to another adventure with this quirky and perfectly matched pair'
'Hold on to your seat and close your eyes if you dare!'
'Gripping and full of curious plot turns'
'An on-the-edge-of-your-seat thriller where no assumptions can be made'
I will send the serpent.
I always send the serpent.
It's kind of my signature move.
Things are not going well for Elizabeth Cage.
It all started with the Christmas she can't quite remember.
There's blood on her doorstep every morning.
Something unpleasant is heading her way.
And then there's the sinister note threatening her life.
The one that seems to have been written by Elizabeth herself . . .
Twisty, dark and incredibly gripping, the Elizabeth Cage novels are perfect for fans of Sarah Painter and Genevieve Cogman.
Readers love Jodi
'Jodi Taylor does brilliant, strong female heroes, and Elizabeth follows on from Max in the St Mary's series'
'I look forward to another adventure with this quirky and perfectly matched pair'
'Hold on to your seat and close your eyes if you dare!'
'Gripping and full of curious plot turns'
'An on-the-edge-of-your-seat thriller where no assumptions can be made'
464 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 22, 2025
183 people are currently reading
373 people want to read
About the author
Jodi Taylor
84 books5,423 followersJodi Taylor is the internationally bestselling author of the Chronicles of St Mary's series, the story of a bunch of disaster prone individuals who investigate major historical events in contemporary time. Do NOT call it time travel! She is also the author of the Time Police series - a St Mary's spinoff and gateway into the world of an all-powerful, international organisation who are NOTHING like St Mary's. Except, when they are.
Alongside these, Jodi is known for her gripping supernatural thrillers featuring Elizabeth Cage together with the enchanting Frogmorton Farm series - a fairy story for adults.
Born in Bristol and now living in Gloucester (facts both cities vigorously deny), she spent many years with her head somewhere else, much to the dismay of family, teachers and employers, before finally deciding to put all that daydreaming to good use and write a novel. Over twenty books later, she still has no idea what she wants to do when she grows up.
Alongside these, Jodi is known for her gripping supernatural thrillers featuring Elizabeth Cage together with the enchanting Frogmorton Farm series - a fairy story for adults.
Born in Bristol and now living in Gloucester (facts both cities vigorously deny), she spent many years with her head somewhere else, much to the dismay of family, teachers and employers, before finally deciding to put all that daydreaming to good use and write a novel. Over twenty books later, she still has no idea what she wants to do when she grows up.
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 30 of 100 reviews
May 17, 2025
The major revelations in the previous book, Long Shadows, continue to have repercussions on everyone but Elizabeth Cage, who doesn’t understand why Michael Jones is now afraid of her, and Melek and Iblis are more protective than ever. She has other problems, too. There is blood on her doorstep every morning, and she can’t quite recall what happened last Christmas, although it is right on the edge of her memory. She just wants a nice quiet life, but things don’t seem to be heading that way. She and Michael set up their supernatural investigation business and soon encounter a very angry and murderous ghost. And that is the least of their problems. An evil force stands by, ready to destroy them all. The wicked Dr. Sorensen is still in the picture, but in a different way, and Elizabeth will go back through all the experiences of her recent past, trying to find out who is on a mission to destroy her.
Elizabeth starts to come into her own in this fourth book in the series. Without giving away spoilers, I can say she finally gets a clear picture of her life and abilities and tries to make steps forward. There are some very scary moments in this book, but also fun and light-hearted ones. The banter between Elizabeth, Michael, and Iblis will bring a smile to your face. Elizabeth is getting more independent, and I love the way she loves her shiny, new red scooter. The evil in this book is oh, so evil, but the author also finds ways to make us laugh in the middle of it, even though we’re also covered with goosebumps of fear. There is a depth of feeling, even for the most vile characters. There is one ghost who completely creeped me out, but I also felt compassion for her, and that is the genius of Jodi Taylor’s writing. I don’t classify this as horror, but I would say it’s a mashup of paranormal, fantasy, and thriller, and I loved every minute of it.
I received a free copy of this book from the publisher via Netgalley. My review is voluntary and the opinions expressed are my own.
Elizabeth starts to come into her own in this fourth book in the series. Without giving away spoilers, I can say she finally gets a clear picture of her life and abilities and tries to make steps forward. There are some very scary moments in this book, but also fun and light-hearted ones. The banter between Elizabeth, Michael, and Iblis will bring a smile to your face. Elizabeth is getting more independent, and I love the way she loves her shiny, new red scooter. The evil in this book is oh, so evil, but the author also finds ways to make us laugh in the middle of it, even though we’re also covered with goosebumps of fear. There is a depth of feeling, even for the most vile characters. There is one ghost who completely creeped me out, but I also felt compassion for her, and that is the genius of Jodi Taylor’s writing. I don’t classify this as horror, but I would say it’s a mashup of paranormal, fantasy, and thriller, and I loved every minute of it.
I received a free copy of this book from the publisher via Netgalley. My review is voluntary and the opinions expressed are my own.
April 12, 2025
Selecting one of my favorite authors and one of my favorite series ever may not have been a smart choice for my first Netgalley review, but I promised I would be honest.
So going on, no spoilers for the current book, but I may reference things from past books.
If this is your first time with Jodi Taylor’s Elizabeth Cage series, back out now and run and read the other books starting with White Silence. The books build on each other, and there is an epic reveal inLong Shadows that elevates the series from enjoyable to epic, in my opinion.
Elizabeth Cage, who sees colors aka people’s auras, life is accelerating. Beginning with White Silence, her adventures and escapades are increasing and getting more and more dangerous. The cast of crazies that torment and support her are back: the man mountain Michael Jones, dashing Iblis, long suffering Melek,, stinky Nigel and others I dare not name. Even creepy Dr. Sorenson is back in a small role. Neither Elizabeth and Michael Jones’ romance or attempt at a detective agency with supernatural support really get off the ground as much as they would like due to interference from angry cult women, serpent threats, bad demons and other disgruntled supernatural forces.
Same wry and dry humor, same charming antics of Iblis who lives to rile the others up, perhaps not as much Michael Jones and Elizabeth Cage interaction as I would like. The ending makes it clear there is more to come, and for that…THANK YOU!
A great addition to the series.
So going on, no spoilers for the current book, but I may reference things from past books.
If this is your first time with Jodi Taylor’s Elizabeth Cage series, back out now and run and read the other books starting with White Silence. The books build on each other, and there is an epic reveal inLong Shadows that elevates the series from enjoyable to epic, in my opinion.
Elizabeth Cage, who sees colors aka people’s auras, life is accelerating. Beginning with White Silence, her adventures and escapades are increasing and getting more and more dangerous. The cast of crazies that torment and support her are back: the man mountain Michael Jones, dashing Iblis, long suffering Melek,, stinky Nigel and others I dare not name. Even creepy Dr. Sorenson is back in a small role. Neither Elizabeth and Michael Jones’ romance or attempt at a detective agency with supernatural support really get off the ground as much as they would like due to interference from angry cult women, serpent threats, bad demons and other disgruntled supernatural forces.
Same wry and dry humor, same charming antics of Iblis who lives to rile the others up, perhaps not as much Michael Jones and Elizabeth Cage interaction as I would like. The ending makes it clear there is more to come, and for that…THANK YOU!
A great addition to the series.
June 4, 2025
Another fabulous Elizabeth Cage adventure!
I love Jodi Taylor's style of storytelling. It's not so much start, middle and end, as it is a journey of small plots. But it does all make sense and come together too.
I like to think that Elizabeth Cage is in the same world as St Mary's and one day they will definitely meet. Even if they don't meet, I'm sure it's the same world! Max and Elizabeth would get along I reckon!!
I can't really say much about the plot without spoiling the previous books, but basically it's a direct continuation. I love the characters so much. Jones and Iblis are so funny!
To top it all off, excellent narration as always by Zara Ramm. Jodi Taylor's books are my favourite audiobooks ever!
Thank you to Netgalley and publisher for the e-arc. (I also preordered the audio because duh).
I love Jodi Taylor's style of storytelling. It's not so much start, middle and end, as it is a journey of small plots. But it does all make sense and come together too.
I like to think that Elizabeth Cage is in the same world as St Mary's and one day they will definitely meet. Even if they don't meet, I'm sure it's the same world! Max and Elizabeth would get along I reckon!!
I can't really say much about the plot without spoiling the previous books, but basically it's a direct continuation. I love the characters so much. Jones and Iblis are so funny!
To top it all off, excellent narration as always by Zara Ramm. Jodi Taylor's books are my favourite audiobooks ever!
Thank you to Netgalley and publisher for the e-arc. (I also preordered the audio because duh).
August 18, 2025
Once again, a weird and wonderful story by Jodi Taylor.
I love Cage and crew so much, their shenanigans are delightful and you never know what you're gonna get!
5 outstanding stars!
I love Cage and crew so much, their shenanigans are delightful and you never know what you're gonna get!
5 outstanding stars!
November 6, 2025
I had this book as an ARC (Advanced Reader Copy) from the publisher via NetGalley and was very pleased to be able to take a peek before publication. I've read all the other Elizabeth Cage book (and every Jodi Taylor book I can get my hands on) so I was really looking forward to this - and it did not disappoint. Note for new readers, this in NOT the place to start. Go back and read White Silence, Dark Light and Long Shadows before tackling this one. Elizabeth Cage can read people's auras. She sees them as colours and can tell their mood and whether they are lying or not. No one can keep a secret from her. In White Silence, this led to a great deal of trouble via Doctor Sorensen in the wake of the sudden death of Elizabeth's husband, Ted. Incarcerated in Sorensen's clinic, Elizabeth met Michael Jones, a somewhat shady character with dark governmental connections. In the previous three books they saved each other (a lot), and as this fourth book opens Elizabeth is living a quiet life, which is exactly how she likes it - or does she? Things are changing. Something happened last Christmas that she can't quite remember, and on top of that she might have accepted a freeelance job from an unnamed government department that Jones seems very familiar with. And then she finds blood on her doorstep. Iblis and his mangy dog, Nigel turn up. Iblis speaks in eighteenth century cadences and likes to eat fish and chips, drink Elizabeth's beer and watch her TV. His partner, Melek, is something of an enigma and might or might not have powers, but certainly knows a lot more about Elizabeth than she's telling. Then Elizabeth gets a note, apparently in her own handwriting: 'I always send the serpent...' Elizabeth doesn't know what's going on which, apparently, is for her own good. Yeah, right. During the course of this book she finds out. Written in Jodi Taylor's quirky style this is a supernatural thriller. Expect danger, magic, revisiting the scenes of former adventures and - oh yes - a serpent. Something is trying to rise from the darkness under a bad moon. Highly recommended.
6/11/2025
This is a re-read via Audible. Audiobook read by Zara Ramm
Cage and Jones are in the process of setting themselves up as supernatural investigators in part of the building owned my Melek and Iblis. They sort out a student ‘haunting’ and a country house lethal ghost, but this also delves more deeply into Elizabeth Cage’s backstory. She finally learns and accepts what has gone before (in a way distant past), but now has to deal with consequences. Why is there blood on her doorstep every morning. What does the note mean by ‘I always send the serpent’? We do finally get some answers amid the questions, and yes, we also get the serpent. Well worth reading the whole sequence – in order. Don’t start with this one. Beautifully read by Zara Ramm.
6/11/2025
This is a re-read via Audible. Audiobook read by Zara Ramm
Cage and Jones are in the process of setting themselves up as supernatural investigators in part of the building owned my Melek and Iblis. They sort out a student ‘haunting’ and a country house lethal ghost, but this also delves more deeply into Elizabeth Cage’s backstory. She finally learns and accepts what has gone before (in a way distant past), but now has to deal with consequences. Why is there blood on her doorstep every morning. What does the note mean by ‘I always send the serpent’? We do finally get some answers amid the questions, and yes, we also get the serpent. Well worth reading the whole sequence – in order. Don’t start with this one. Beautifully read by Zara Ramm.
April 16, 2025
Elizabeth Cage has given up on the idea of a nice, quiet life. She’s partnering with Michael Jones to use her aura-reading talents to help anyone with something a little odd going on, and there’s that thing she can’t quite remember….
Jodi Taylor always draws me in, even though paranormal isn’t my usual genre. This is definitely best read in series order. Elizabeth is a fascinating character who keeps growing into herself, and she’s gaining some very unusual self-knowledge. She has some creepy adventures, and I don’t recommend reading before bed.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher!
Jodi Taylor always draws me in, even though paranormal isn’t my usual genre. This is definitely best read in series order. Elizabeth is a fascinating character who keeps growing into herself, and she’s gaining some very unusual self-knowledge. She has some creepy adventures, and I don’t recommend reading before bed.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher!
April 15, 2025
I received a proof copy of Bad Moon in exchange for an honest review.
It was great to return to the world of Elizabeth Cage, where our heroine is still trying to work out what happened last Christmas, why Jones is acting as though he's afraid of her, and whether Nigel (Iblis' canine companion) is going to share his fleas with her upholstery. There's a lot packed in as we revisit Elizabeth's old enemies to try to find out who has it in for her, while she manages to rack up some new enemies through her and Jones' supernatural investigations.
As always Jodi Taylor writes with such imagination and spark. This one is a supernatural thriller with Taylor's trademark wit thrown in and is a good read, although if you haven't read the earlier Elizabeth Cage books I would recommend starting from the beginning.
It was great to return to the world of Elizabeth Cage, where our heroine is still trying to work out what happened last Christmas, why Jones is acting as though he's afraid of her, and whether Nigel (Iblis' canine companion) is going to share his fleas with her upholstery. There's a lot packed in as we revisit Elizabeth's old enemies to try to find out who has it in for her, while she manages to rack up some new enemies through her and Jones' supernatural investigations.
As always Jodi Taylor writes with such imagination and spark. This one is a supernatural thriller with Taylor's trademark wit thrown in and is a good read, although if you haven't read the earlier Elizabeth Cage books I would recommend starting from the beginning.
May 25, 2025
Where to begin? Well definitely not here at the fourth book in the series LOL! Seriously, so much happened in the first three books that you will be completely lost starting here.
To briefly recap, Elizabeth Cage is a widow. Although (relatively) young, she describes herself and comes across as a bit of a 1950s housewife. Part of her reticence may be because she can see people's auras and generally tell if they are telling the truth. Her parents (who turned out to be her adoptive parents) always told her to keep her powers secret.
Her husband was the head of security for the Sorensen Clinic before his death, the clinic was partially owned by some top secret branch of the military/security for rest and recuperation of operatives who had seen things they couldn't explain/comprehend - ie a secure mental institute. Dr Sorensen was experimenting with psychotropic drugs on his patients and became obsessed with Elizabeth, something that led to a near catastrophic annihilation of the world by the goddess who 'rests' inside Elizabeth's brain. Some supernatural warriors helped Elizabeth to forget what happened that Christmas, although she 'knows' that something bad happened because her sort-of boyfriend, the James Bondesque Michael Jones now has a faint aura of fear when he is around her.
Things have been very quiet for a while now, until Iblis comes round to watch soaps with Elizabeth and she channels a supernatural being (while writing down their take-away Chinese food order) with the chilling message
I have reread my reviews of the previous books and other peoples reviews and I think we all agree this series defies description, but its funny, scary, cosy, and sad all at once.
I received an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley.
To briefly recap, Elizabeth Cage is a widow. Although (relatively) young, she describes herself and comes across as a bit of a 1950s housewife. Part of her reticence may be because she can see people's auras and generally tell if they are telling the truth. Her parents (who turned out to be her adoptive parents) always told her to keep her powers secret.
Her husband was the head of security for the Sorensen Clinic before his death, the clinic was partially owned by some top secret branch of the military/security for rest and recuperation of operatives who had seen things they couldn't explain/comprehend - ie a secure mental institute. Dr Sorensen was experimenting with psychotropic drugs on his patients and became obsessed with Elizabeth, something that led to a near catastrophic annihilation of the world by the goddess who 'rests' inside Elizabeth's brain. Some supernatural warriors helped Elizabeth to forget what happened that Christmas, although she 'knows' that something bad happened because her sort-of boyfriend, the James Bondesque Michael Jones now has a faint aura of fear when he is around her.
Things have been very quiet for a while now, until Iblis comes round to watch soaps with Elizabeth and she channels a supernatural being (while writing down their take-away Chinese food order) with the chilling message
I will send the SerpentWhat follows is once again a bizarre mix of sarcasm, cosiness, sheer supernatural terror, a smelly dog, a troll, a snake, a wood full of thousands of dead men, a bizarre secret stone ritual, a haunted student house, the legend of a country mansion massacre, and so much more.
I always send the Serpent
It's kind of my signature move
I have reread my reviews of the previous books and other peoples reviews and I think we all agree this series defies description, but its funny, scary, cosy, and sad all at once.
I received an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley.
October 6, 2025
First off, I’m a huge fan of Jodi Taylor. I’ve read almost all her books (I think there are a couple of novellas I haven’t gotten to yet), and I’ve loved every one of them.
St. Mary’s and the Time Police are favourites of course, and those are the books I turn to when I’m in dire need of a laugh. They never fail to cheer me up with the absurd silliness and witty banter between the characters.
The Elizabeth Cage series is a little darker in tone, but still makes sure there are some lighter, funnier moments too, and I am totally here for it. Unfortunately for me, I’ve been reading these as they were released, as opposed to the St Mary’s books, which I came to late and read the first ten or so in a relatively short space of time. So every time I pick up a new Elizabeth Cage, it takes me a little while to get re-acquainted (having generally read upwards of 500 other books in between!).
It's so worth it though! I love the titular character and her crazy life. Even if I can sympathise with just wanting to be left alone for some peace and quiet every now and then!
St. Mary’s and the Time Police are favourites of course, and those are the books I turn to when I’m in dire need of a laugh. They never fail to cheer me up with the absurd silliness and witty banter between the characters.
The Elizabeth Cage series is a little darker in tone, but still makes sure there are some lighter, funnier moments too, and I am totally here for it. Unfortunately for me, I’ve been reading these as they were released, as opposed to the St Mary’s books, which I came to late and read the first ten or so in a relatively short space of time. So every time I pick up a new Elizabeth Cage, it takes me a little while to get re-acquainted (having generally read upwards of 500 other books in between!).
It's so worth it though! I love the titular character and her crazy life. Even if I can sympathise with just wanting to be left alone for some peace and quiet every now and then!
October 7, 2025
The latest in the Elizabeth Cage adventures really does propel the story forward, with Elizabeth gaining a lot of depth and chutzpah. We learn a lot more about her and it changes her relationship with Jones, Iblis and Malek.
As always the dialogue is great and you really do get to know the characters and care about them. I actually like the dynamic between the main characters as much as the ongoing storyline.
There is a lot of repeated storyline from the last book, as Elizabeth does not remember the events, but it is well done. This time round we get blood on Elizabeth's doorstep, a change of job for Jones and Cage, a manor haunted by a vengeful ghost, and a return to Greyston.
Everything has been seeded in previous books, so that is also well-done. I'm curious as to whether Taylor plans that far ahead, or if she just thinks "oooh, I could say so and so is responsible for such and such. Either way it has been an enjoyable four books so far.
As always the dialogue is great and you really do get to know the characters and care about them. I actually like the dynamic between the main characters as much as the ongoing storyline.
There is a lot of repeated storyline from the last book, as Elizabeth does not remember the events, but it is well done. This time round we get blood on Elizabeth's doorstep, a change of job for Jones and Cage, a manor haunted by a vengeful ghost, and a return to Greyston.
Everything has been seeded in previous books, so that is also well-done. I'm curious as to whether Taylor plans that far ahead, or if she just thinks "oooh, I could say so and so is responsible for such and such. Either way it has been an enjoyable four books so far.
April 13, 2025
Bad Moon by Jodi Taylor is the fourth instalment in the Elizabeth Cage series — and trust me, it was absolutely worth the wait after the jaw-dropping revelations in the previous book, Long Shadows. Ever since the Christmas she can’t remember, Elizabeth’s world has been unravelling, and she can’t shake the feeling of danger closing in on her. Now she awakens each day to find fresh blood on her doorstep, and one day there is a chilling note threatening her own life — one disturbingly penned in her own handwriting.
Taylor doesn’t hold back in this one. Bad Moon is packed with action, as Elizabeth is constantly on the run from one threat to another, all while trying to maintain some semblance of a normal life. She’s dealing with the haunting fallout from her forgotten Christmas, juggling work, navigating her complicated relationship with Michael Jones, and keeping Iblis and Nigel fed and watered. Familiar faces from her past resurface — some welcome, some not — adding even more depth to the richly layered world Taylor has created.
This series has everything I’ve come to love about Jodi Taylor’s writing: eccentricity, charm, heart-pounding thrills, and moments of pure, spine-tingling terror. Elizabeth is another brilliant addition to Taylor’s gallery of unforgettable female protagonists, and the world she inhabits continues to grow more intriguing with every book. I’m already hoping for book five — I need to know Elizabeth’s answer to the question she's asked in the closing pages.
Thank you to NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Taylor doesn’t hold back in this one. Bad Moon is packed with action, as Elizabeth is constantly on the run from one threat to another, all while trying to maintain some semblance of a normal life. She’s dealing with the haunting fallout from her forgotten Christmas, juggling work, navigating her complicated relationship with Michael Jones, and keeping Iblis and Nigel fed and watered. Familiar faces from her past resurface — some welcome, some not — adding even more depth to the richly layered world Taylor has created.
This series has everything I’ve come to love about Jodi Taylor’s writing: eccentricity, charm, heart-pounding thrills, and moments of pure, spine-tingling terror. Elizabeth is another brilliant addition to Taylor’s gallery of unforgettable female protagonists, and the world she inhabits continues to grow more intriguing with every book. I’m already hoping for book five — I need to know Elizabeth’s answer to the question she's asked in the closing pages.
Thank you to NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
June 7, 2025
I was so anxious going into this after the ending of Long Shadows (like just let them LIVE, but also I needed more!) and I needn't have been because it was perfect!
I love these characters so so much 🥺
I love these characters so so much 🥺
May 19, 2025
I had an ARC (Advanced Reader Copy) of this book from the publisher via NetGalley and was excited to read it before publication.
Jodi Taylor is one of my favourite authors, however, I’ve not really got on with the Elizabeth Cage series. Until now. Well, until about a third of the way into the book.
The series is a little too much on the horror side of things for me normally. Having said that, the world development is great, and as always with Jodi’s characters, I came away from the book feeling like I know them, and I certainly care about them.
I have a feeling a may be a convert to this series.
Jodi Taylor is one of my favourite authors, however, I’ve not really got on with the Elizabeth Cage series. Until now. Well, until about a third of the way into the book.
The series is a little too much on the horror side of things for me normally. Having said that, the world development is great, and as always with Jodi’s characters, I came away from the book feeling like I know them, and I certainly care about them.
I have a feeling a may be a convert to this series.
November 2, 2025
As a longtime fan of Jodi Taylor, I’ve come to expect a delightful blend of humor, snark, and chaos in every book she writes. While the St. Mary’s series will always hold a special place in my heart, Taylor’s ability to craft memorable characters and unpredictable plots shines through in all her books.
Bad Moon stands out as a darker entry in her bibliography, but it’s no less compelling. Elizabeth Cage, the protagonist, is a fascinating character whose life seems to spiral from one chaotic event to the next. Taylor’s trademark wit is still present, even as the story explores more shadowy themes. The humor and snark are woven in just enough to keep the tone balanced, making the darker moments hit even harder.
What I love most is how Taylor manages to keep her stories fresh. Even when the stakes are higher and the atmosphere is more intense, she never loses sight of what makes her books so enjoyable: sharp dialogue, clever twists, and characters you can’t help but root for. Elizabeth Cage is a testament to Taylor’s skill at writing complex, relatable women who face extraordinary circumstances with grit and a healthy dose of sarcasm.
If you’re a fan of Jodi Taylor’s other series, you’ll find plenty to love in the Elizabeth Cage Series - just be prepared for a slightly more sinister ride. It’s a gripping, witty, and thoroughly entertaining read that proves Taylor can master any genre she sets her mind to.
Bad Moon stands out as a darker entry in her bibliography, but it’s no less compelling. Elizabeth Cage, the protagonist, is a fascinating character whose life seems to spiral from one chaotic event to the next. Taylor’s trademark wit is still present, even as the story explores more shadowy themes. The humor and snark are woven in just enough to keep the tone balanced, making the darker moments hit even harder.
What I love most is how Taylor manages to keep her stories fresh. Even when the stakes are higher and the atmosphere is more intense, she never loses sight of what makes her books so enjoyable: sharp dialogue, clever twists, and characters you can’t help but root for. Elizabeth Cage is a testament to Taylor’s skill at writing complex, relatable women who face extraordinary circumstances with grit and a healthy dose of sarcasm.
If you’re a fan of Jodi Taylor’s other series, you’ll find plenty to love in the Elizabeth Cage Series - just be prepared for a slightly more sinister ride. It’s a gripping, witty, and thoroughly entertaining read that proves Taylor can master any genre she sets her mind to.
November 8, 2025
An act of determination to get through this. Some character development which was overdue, and the saga moved along. However, some exploits were superfluous and seemed like padding. The continually recaps on previous volumes early in the book were a bind though necessary, I suppose.
The style seems to have changed, as does the pace. At times I thought I was reading something from Mills&Boon and even at time of high tension, this wasn't conveyed in the writing. I felt Ms Taylor wasn't sure she war writing a dramatic event or a comedy.
I've had a burn out with the adventures of Mrs Cage (and St. Mary's, for that matter).
The style seems to have changed, as does the pace. At times I thought I was reading something from Mills&Boon and even at time of high tension, this wasn't conveyed in the writing. I felt Ms Taylor wasn't sure she war writing a dramatic event or a comedy.
I've had a burn out with the adventures of Mrs Cage (and St. Mary's, for that matter).
March 20, 2025
I read this book on Netgalley.
The new Supernatural Elizabeth Cage book, Bad Moon, does not disappoint. We meet many characters known from the previous books, Cage herself and her friend Michael Jones and their will they/won’t they relationship continues, and their quirky Fae friends are still around. Cage and Jones set up an agency to investigate and deal with supernatural or earthly problems and this gets them in to a number of dangerous, terrifying and life threatening situations. We learn a lot more about Elizabeth Cage’s character and history in this book which is (as always) a very well written example of Jodi Taylors work. I would say that it is best to read the other books in the series first or you would find it confusing: these are in order White Silence; Dark Light; Long Shadows.
I am a huge fan of Jodi Taylors Chronicles of St Marys and Time Police series, the Cage books are a little on the scary side for me but I still enjoy them. Just be aware if you are easily frightened! Here’s to the next instalment of Elizabeth Cage books, we still have a lot to find out about her.
The new Supernatural Elizabeth Cage book, Bad Moon, does not disappoint. We meet many characters known from the previous books, Cage herself and her friend Michael Jones and their will they/won’t they relationship continues, and their quirky Fae friends are still around. Cage and Jones set up an agency to investigate and deal with supernatural or earthly problems and this gets them in to a number of dangerous, terrifying and life threatening situations. We learn a lot more about Elizabeth Cage’s character and history in this book which is (as always) a very well written example of Jodi Taylors work. I would say that it is best to read the other books in the series first or you would find it confusing: these are in order White Silence; Dark Light; Long Shadows.
I am a huge fan of Jodi Taylors Chronicles of St Marys and Time Police series, the Cage books are a little on the scary side for me but I still enjoy them. Just be aware if you are easily frightened! Here’s to the next instalment of Elizabeth Cage books, we still have a lot to find out about her.
June 7, 2025
I don't know if the bloom is off the rose or my expectations are unduly high, but this book didn't engage me as much as the earlier books in the series - have I simply become aware of the author's techniques and grown tired of them? Hard to say exactly, or perhaps I simply read this book too close to the heels of the previous books. But, either way, this books feels to me like an extension of DARK LIGHT (book #2), as if it doesn't really have its own distinct storyline. YMMV.
July 23, 2025
A guilty pleasure. Far too many flaws to mention: full of plot holes and unlikely coincidences, irritating characters, pointless teasers and an absolute ragbag of random stuff, there’s everything wrong with this series. But it’s all so barmy and well written (I felt myself welling up over the faithful soldier cat) that you can’t help but be charmed.
May 21, 2025
I am a huge fan of this author, having "discovered" her during the lockdowns when I was looking for something different to read. I then spent that time binging her Chronicles of St Marys books as well as starting The Time Police ones. I also started this series on Audiobook read by the amazing Zara Ramm. In fact, this is the first of the series I have actually read and it did feel a little weird, although I did find myself reading it in Zara's voice so, there's that!
Obviously we are at book 4 now and, let's just say, Elizabeth Cage is a rather complex character (understatement) so you really need to start from book one and read in order or I fear you might struggle.
In this book we learn a bit more about Elizabeth's past, most of which she herself has chosen to forget. But back in the present, she is confused by the repeated appearance of blood on her doorstep but passes this off as living in the countryside. We then follow her, and Michael Jones as they go back to the Sorenson clinic where the man himself is being interrogated. That doesn't all go according to plan. Nor does the rest of what then happens as you will yourself find out. Suffice to say their first foray into their new endeavour of supernatural investigations doesn't quite go according to plan, they learn more about what not to do!
We also catch up with Iblis, Malek and the fragrant Nigel too, which was nice. Until it wasn't when they had to leave the social niceties and get on with fighting demons. No real spoiler, you'd expect these shenanigans from this series.
And in between all of that we have the author's wit and dry humour front and centre providing giggles, belly laughs, and light relief all the way through.
Honestly, I could bang on forever about how much I love this author, this series, everything. But if you have read the previous books you'll know what you are getting into. In fact, just stop reading reviews and just read the darned book. You know you want to...
Me, I'm just waiting until I can get my mitts on the Audiobook and revisit it along with Zara!
My thanks go to the Publisher and Netgalley for the chance to read this book.
Obviously we are at book 4 now and, let's just say, Elizabeth Cage is a rather complex character (understatement) so you really need to start from book one and read in order or I fear you might struggle.
In this book we learn a bit more about Elizabeth's past, most of which she herself has chosen to forget. But back in the present, she is confused by the repeated appearance of blood on her doorstep but passes this off as living in the countryside. We then follow her, and Michael Jones as they go back to the Sorenson clinic where the man himself is being interrogated. That doesn't all go according to plan. Nor does the rest of what then happens as you will yourself find out. Suffice to say their first foray into their new endeavour of supernatural investigations doesn't quite go according to plan, they learn more about what not to do!
We also catch up with Iblis, Malek and the fragrant Nigel too, which was nice. Until it wasn't when they had to leave the social niceties and get on with fighting demons. No real spoiler, you'd expect these shenanigans from this series.
And in between all of that we have the author's wit and dry humour front and centre providing giggles, belly laughs, and light relief all the way through.
Honestly, I could bang on forever about how much I love this author, this series, everything. But if you have read the previous books you'll know what you are getting into. In fact, just stop reading reviews and just read the darned book. You know you want to...
Me, I'm just waiting until I can get my mitts on the Audiobook and revisit it along with Zara!
My thanks go to the Publisher and Netgalley for the chance to read this book.
June 20, 2025
I read the first Elizabeth Cage book and for some reason, didn’t read any more in the series. Taylor always writes at full tilt with the emotions dialled high and given that my personal situation over the last few years, I’ve needed something a tad more restful. That said, this paranormal tale is darker than St Mary’s – the comparison to Sarah Painter, in particular, is fitting.
I really like Elizabeth and in this adventure, we learn some important things about this young widow and why she manages to survive some very extreme situations. Although it’s only too obvious why certain Government agencies take a keen interest in her life and will go to some lengths to ensure her wellbeing. I liked the explanation given for her ability to bounce back after enduring adventures that would bring the most hardened character to their knees, especially as I get a tad fed up with protagonists going to Hell and back during a book, then several chapters later, are operating as if such trauma never happened. At least Taylor gives us a solid reason why this is happening.
Elizabeth certainly needs such resilience. The book takes her from one tricky situation to the next with barely time to draw breath. I like the fact that she’s got a small group of people who are invested in keeping her safe and have gone through so much with her, they are definitely her found family. In particular, her relationship with Michael Jones is often funny and deeply touching at the same time – few writers provide that dynamic as effectively as Taylor.
The pages flew by as I found it difficult to put this one down and I came to the end with a mixture of relief that Elizabeth and her friends all survived – Taylor doesn’t flinch from offing major characters when it suits her – and that inevitable sense of loss when you reach the conclusion of a thumping good tale. While I obtained an arc of Bad Moon from the publisher via Netgalley, the opinions I have expressed are unbiased and my own.
9/10
I really like Elizabeth and in this adventure, we learn some important things about this young widow and why she manages to survive some very extreme situations. Although it’s only too obvious why certain Government agencies take a keen interest in her life and will go to some lengths to ensure her wellbeing. I liked the explanation given for her ability to bounce back after enduring adventures that would bring the most hardened character to their knees, especially as I get a tad fed up with protagonists going to Hell and back during a book, then several chapters later, are operating as if such trauma never happened. At least Taylor gives us a solid reason why this is happening.
Elizabeth certainly needs such resilience. The book takes her from one tricky situation to the next with barely time to draw breath. I like the fact that she’s got a small group of people who are invested in keeping her safe and have gone through so much with her, they are definitely her found family. In particular, her relationship with Michael Jones is often funny and deeply touching at the same time – few writers provide that dynamic as effectively as Taylor.
The pages flew by as I found it difficult to put this one down and I came to the end with a mixture of relief that Elizabeth and her friends all survived – Taylor doesn’t flinch from offing major characters when it suits her – and that inevitable sense of loss when you reach the conclusion of a thumping good tale. While I obtained an arc of Bad Moon from the publisher via Netgalley, the opinions I have expressed are unbiased and my own.
9/10
May 28, 2025
It took me a while to warm to this series. Initially I just didn’t get it. However, as I read on I became hooked - just like I am with all of Jodi’s books.
Set in alt-Rushford (another of Jodi’s “not quite here….”) the series resolves around the mysterious Elizabeth Cage. At first, I thought she was a bit of a weed but the as the character and story have progressed, she has developed a quiet strength which has been at the forefront in this book. I’m still a little bemused by Iblis and Melek and their ultimate role; although we now know more about them, I think there’s probably still more to them than meets the eye. Iblis’ humour is brilliant, with his trusty yet very stinky sidekick dog, Nigel, never far away. Particularly when he’s hungry. Which is a lot. Michael Jones is the hero and the will-they, won’t-they romance that is blossoming between Elizabeth and Michael is starting to look promising (just get on with it!).
In my opinion books three and four are the best of the series so far. The revelations in book three have been built on in book four and I very much look forward to the next instalment so that we can learn more about who Elizabeth Cage really is, and why she’s so important.
Filled with humour, supernatural forces, an angry ghost and a cult of women who must make an annual sacrifice in order to guarantee their year ahead, this is another of Jodi’s completely wonderful, complex and imaginative books, and I really look forward to the next one. The books in this series should be read in order, this is not a series of standalone books.
Once again, thank you, Jodi. I love it.
Set in alt-Rushford (another of Jodi’s “not quite here….”) the series resolves around the mysterious Elizabeth Cage. At first, I thought she was a bit of a weed but the as the character and story have progressed, she has developed a quiet strength which has been at the forefront in this book. I’m still a little bemused by Iblis and Melek and their ultimate role; although we now know more about them, I think there’s probably still more to them than meets the eye. Iblis’ humour is brilliant, with his trusty yet very stinky sidekick dog, Nigel, never far away. Particularly when he’s hungry. Which is a lot. Michael Jones is the hero and the will-they, won’t-they romance that is blossoming between Elizabeth and Michael is starting to look promising (just get on with it!).
In my opinion books three and four are the best of the series so far. The revelations in book three have been built on in book four and I very much look forward to the next instalment so that we can learn more about who Elizabeth Cage really is, and why she’s so important.
Filled with humour, supernatural forces, an angry ghost and a cult of women who must make an annual sacrifice in order to guarantee their year ahead, this is another of Jodi’s completely wonderful, complex and imaginative books, and I really look forward to the next one. The books in this series should be read in order, this is not a series of standalone books.
Once again, thank you, Jodi. I love it.
June 1, 2025
Thank you to Jodi Taylor, the publisher and Netgalley for a free copy of this ebook in exchange for a review.
I don’t really believe in the concept of favourites – there are so many amazing books in the world, why focus on only one? But if you forced me to name my favourite author is, Jodi Taylor would likely be the one. I’ve read almost everything she’s written, and I intend to keep doing so.
The Elizabeth Cage novels aren’t my usual genre - they lean into horror, and I’m not great with that - but because it’s Jodi, they’re packed with humour and brilliant characters, so I endure it! Elizabeth Cage seems, on the surface, like an ordinary woman you might meet in a UK book group or supermarket. Yet she can see things others can’t, and yes, she might be a tad immortal, but other than that…! After the disaster of the previous Christmas, she and Jones try to move on, though curveballs inevitably arise.
And that’s exactly what we get here: Elizabeth Cage and Michael Jones battling supernatural forces, aided by the gorgeous Iblis and, more reluctantly, the powerful Melik. The story ties back to Greyston – brilliant, since I loved it in Book 2, and separately introduces the tragic ghost of a woman cast out by her family. Overall, this book expands Elizabeth Cage’s mythos, and it’s a joy to revisit her world. Highly recommended!
I don’t really believe in the concept of favourites – there are so many amazing books in the world, why focus on only one? But if you forced me to name my favourite author is, Jodi Taylor would likely be the one. I’ve read almost everything she’s written, and I intend to keep doing so.
The Elizabeth Cage novels aren’t my usual genre - they lean into horror, and I’m not great with that - but because it’s Jodi, they’re packed with humour and brilliant characters, so I endure it! Elizabeth Cage seems, on the surface, like an ordinary woman you might meet in a UK book group or supermarket. Yet she can see things others can’t, and yes, she might be a tad immortal, but other than that…! After the disaster of the previous Christmas, she and Jones try to move on, though curveballs inevitably arise.
And that’s exactly what we get here: Elizabeth Cage and Michael Jones battling supernatural forces, aided by the gorgeous Iblis and, more reluctantly, the powerful Melik. The story ties back to Greyston – brilliant, since I loved it in Book 2, and separately introduces the tragic ghost of a woman cast out by her family. Overall, this book expands Elizabeth Cage’s mythos, and it’s a joy to revisit her world. Highly recommended!
June 18, 2025
This is NOT my first Jodi Taylor book, but it was my first Elizabeth Cage book. As much as I enjoyed it, I wish I had started with the first book in the series, though Taylor did a great job with filling in a lot of missing pieces for me in such a way that I don’t think anyone smart enough to have read the series in order would have been bothered by.
Taylor has a wonderful imagination and comes up with great characters and witty dialogue. She also writes edge-of-your-seat suspenseful scenes.
In “Bad Moon”, Elizabeth Cage, a middle-aged widow with an ability to read auras, teams up with Michael Jones to create a detective agency that has the ability to investigate the supernatural. They have several cases involving ghosts, and I’m looking forward to reading more of those types of cases in future books. Elizabeth also seems to be the target of an unknown being who leaves blood on her doorstep each night and who may or may not have connections with a village of women who indulge in a little human sacrifice.
If you enjoy the St. Mary’s and Time Police series, give the Elizabeth Cage books a try. Just be sure to start with the first in the series. Even though the genre is different, and the books have more violence in them, they still have the same quality in writing and imagination as the other two series.
Taylor has a wonderful imagination and comes up with great characters and witty dialogue. She also writes edge-of-your-seat suspenseful scenes.
In “Bad Moon”, Elizabeth Cage, a middle-aged widow with an ability to read auras, teams up with Michael Jones to create a detective agency that has the ability to investigate the supernatural. They have several cases involving ghosts, and I’m looking forward to reading more of those types of cases in future books. Elizabeth also seems to be the target of an unknown being who leaves blood on her doorstep each night and who may or may not have connections with a village of women who indulge in a little human sacrifice.
If you enjoy the St. Mary’s and Time Police series, give the Elizabeth Cage books a try. Just be sure to start with the first in the series. Even though the genre is different, and the books have more violence in them, they still have the same quality in writing and imagination as the other two series.
May 20, 2025
I was delighted to receive the eARC of Bad Moon which is the fourth instalment in the Elizabeth Cage series. Fans can look forward to a return to the former Sorensen Clinic and to Greyston, as well as gripping supernatural encounters in new locations. This book was as action-packed as I would expect from a novel in this series and, as always, teamwork was required for survival.
I’ve grown fond of Elizabeth over the series and it was great to see her character arc continue to develop in this latest novel. She now has good friends, her own transport - a shiny red moped – and a job for which she is uniquely qualified. Revelations regarding Elizabeth’s true identity were explored early in the novel and contributed to the series’ overarching storyline.
One aspect of the previous novels that I’ve particularly enjoyed is the humour, especially in the interactions between Elizabeth and Michael. However, I felt that this repartee was sometimes missing in Bad Moon.
Overall, I enjoyed the novel and an unexpected plot twist has left me looking forward to finding out what happens in the next book. 3.5 stars rounded up to 4. Thank you to Headline and NetGalley for sharing this eARC with me in exchange for an honest review.
I’ve grown fond of Elizabeth over the series and it was great to see her character arc continue to develop in this latest novel. She now has good friends, her own transport - a shiny red moped – and a job for which she is uniquely qualified. Revelations regarding Elizabeth’s true identity were explored early in the novel and contributed to the series’ overarching storyline.
One aspect of the previous novels that I’ve particularly enjoyed is the humour, especially in the interactions between Elizabeth and Michael. However, I felt that this repartee was sometimes missing in Bad Moon.
Overall, I enjoyed the novel and an unexpected plot twist has left me looking forward to finding out what happens in the next book. 3.5 stars rounded up to 4. Thank you to Headline and NetGalley for sharing this eARC with me in exchange for an honest review.
June 15, 2025
Oh, Jodi Taylor, you've cost me a night's sleep again! Be warned, fellow readers: once you get about halfway in, it's almost impossible to stop.
Elizabeth Cage is growing more self-reliant, and yet more closely linked to Michael Jones. She's popping aorund all over the place on her small moped. Iblis and Melek become more complete beings, too. I like Elizabeth's increasing abilities, both mundane and otherwise--and, of course, she will need them.
Jodi Taylor manages the juggling act of having us know something that the protagonist doesn't (in this case, because Elizabeth has chosen to un-know something she's been told) beautifully. This book has a wise range of emotion, from real terror to dry British humor and even affection.
I don't want to include any spoilers. There were moments when I was pretty sure what came next. Sometimes i was right, and sometimes I wasn't.
A couple of caveats: This is the fourth book in a series, and it really is essential to read the other three first. If you haven't done that, please go read them--you're in for a treat. Taylor is mistress of the slow reveal.
Second caveat: If you have a fear of snakes, be aware that one in particular plays a large role here. Personally, I'd urge you to press on anyway, but that's up to you.
Elizabeth Cage is growing more self-reliant, and yet more closely linked to Michael Jones. She's popping aorund all over the place on her small moped. Iblis and Melek become more complete beings, too. I like Elizabeth's increasing abilities, both mundane and otherwise--and, of course, she will need them.
Jodi Taylor manages the juggling act of having us know something that the protagonist doesn't (in this case, because Elizabeth has chosen to un-know something she's been told) beautifully. This book has a wise range of emotion, from real terror to dry British humor and even affection.
I don't want to include any spoilers. There were moments when I was pretty sure what came next. Sometimes i was right, and sometimes I wasn't.
A couple of caveats: This is the fourth book in a series, and it really is essential to read the other three first. If you haven't done that, please go read them--you're in for a treat. Taylor is mistress of the slow reveal.
Second caveat: If you have a fear of snakes, be aware that one in particular plays a large role here. Personally, I'd urge you to press on anyway, but that's up to you.
May 28, 2025
As this is the fourth book in the Elizabeth Cage series I would definitely recommend reading the previous books (not just because they are excellent) as characters and storylines from them come together in this novel.
Elizabeth ability to see peoples colours / auras was a gift coveted by government agencies and led in previous books to a narrowly averted cataclysmic event - destruction of the world. As her memories of the event resurface Elizabeth faces the choice of whether to remember or forget what happened, and her choice will impact on those closest to her, Michael jones, Melek, Iblis and Nigel (the very smelly hound).
Elizabeth choses to remember, thus coming to terms with the god living in her head, her abilities and finding out who she really is. Enemies from the past resurface, new evils arise, friendship and love triumph and there is a truly epic cat!
This series defies pinning down to a particular genre as it has elements of mystery, thriller, intrigue, horror, urban fantasy and so much more - I would recommend this highly and my thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for access to this ARC - all views are my own.
Elizabeth ability to see peoples colours / auras was a gift coveted by government agencies and led in previous books to a narrowly averted cataclysmic event - destruction of the world. As her memories of the event resurface Elizabeth faces the choice of whether to remember or forget what happened, and her choice will impact on those closest to her, Michael jones, Melek, Iblis and Nigel (the very smelly hound).
Elizabeth choses to remember, thus coming to terms with the god living in her head, her abilities and finding out who she really is. Enemies from the past resurface, new evils arise, friendship and love triumph and there is a truly epic cat!
This series defies pinning down to a particular genre as it has elements of mystery, thriller, intrigue, horror, urban fantasy and so much more - I would recommend this highly and my thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for access to this ARC - all views are my own.
June 4, 2025
I must open by saying that the Elizabeth Cage series is my favourite book series. I appreciate that this could be a good thing or a bad thing - do I blindly love the next instalment or feel disappointed? Despite my devotion, I like to think I can be objective ( I have abandoned other book series half way through……)
As the 5 stars suggest - I loved it. I adore this world. Jodi Taylor writes such well rounded characters. The background players leap from the page as much as the main characters. I would follow them anywhere - and we have to in these novels! The dialogue is so real - hilarious, moving, other worldly yet also makes me feel nostalgic. Did I say how much I adore these books?!
The settings are wonderfully vivid - terrifying at times yet also so cosy that I am desperate to be part of it. Please can I go for a cuppa with Jerry in the shop?
I would highly recommend reading the others if you haven’t done already - I re read ‘Long Shadows’ to remind myself where we were.
Thank you so much Jodi Taylor.
Please, please tell me there are more on the way.
As the 5 stars suggest - I loved it. I adore this world. Jodi Taylor writes such well rounded characters. The background players leap from the page as much as the main characters. I would follow them anywhere - and we have to in these novels! The dialogue is so real - hilarious, moving, other worldly yet also makes me feel nostalgic. Did I say how much I adore these books?!
The settings are wonderfully vivid - terrifying at times yet also so cosy that I am desperate to be part of it. Please can I go for a cuppa with Jerry in the shop?
I would highly recommend reading the others if you haven’t done already - I re read ‘Long Shadows’ to remind myself where we were.
Thank you so much Jodi Taylor.
Please, please tell me there are more on the way.
June 16, 2025
Jodi Taylor is currently writing four series, and I am reading every one of them. All her books contain the best in snarky humor and sarcasm. Ms. Taylor's characters are both endearing and likable, making the reader wish they were real, so that they could spend more time with them.
Of all of Ms. Taylor's series, I find the Elizabeth Cage series the most complex and different. While it contains interesting and likable characters, humor, and excitement, it is also dark, containing horrors and evil.
While my least favorite of all Ms. Taylor's series, Elizabeth Cage still achieves 4.5 stars, rounded up to 5 stars, and when compared to most books I read, it far outshines the majority of them. Zara Ramm is one of my favorite narrators, and I love her storytelling.
It had been almost four years since I read Long Shadows, and I was forced to reread it to refresh my memory. Bad Moon was exciting, funny, and complex. I eagerly await the next installment as I want to know what happens next.
Of all of Ms. Taylor's series, I find the Elizabeth Cage series the most complex and different. While it contains interesting and likable characters, humor, and excitement, it is also dark, containing horrors and evil.
While my least favorite of all Ms. Taylor's series, Elizabeth Cage still achieves 4.5 stars, rounded up to 5 stars, and when compared to most books I read, it far outshines the majority of them. Zara Ramm is one of my favorite narrators, and I love her storytelling.
It had been almost four years since I read Long Shadows, and I was forced to reread it to refresh my memory. Bad Moon was exciting, funny, and complex. I eagerly await the next installment as I want to know what happens next.
June 24, 2025
I love this series. Just re-read books 1-3 and loved them even more. Book 4 is so fun too- all page turners. The characters, story line, everything is done perfectly by Jodi Taylor. Great sci- fi fantasy with a lot of humor- but not too over the top silly. Great story telling and great writing. Highly recommended. This may be my new fave series next to my other favorites including, Chronicles of St Mary’s, Harry Potter, Discovery of Witches, Outlander, and Earthsea.
I’m probably not the normal fantasy adult reader- I can’t seem to get into the new style/genre- young adult Romancy books. At least not any of the best sellers that I have tried so far. The Elizabeth Cage books are not young adult and I am thankful for Jodi Taylor’s intelligent adult fantasy. That doesn’t take itself too seriously. Just read these books you will be so glad you did.
I’m probably not the normal fantasy adult reader- I can’t seem to get into the new style/genre- young adult Romancy books. At least not any of the best sellers that I have tried so far. The Elizabeth Cage books are not young adult and I am thankful for Jodi Taylor’s intelligent adult fantasy. That doesn’t take itself too seriously. Just read these books you will be so glad you did.
May 26, 2025
It has been some time since the last Elizabeth Cage book but it was worth the wait. The revelations in the last book are still causing havoc, Elizabeth's quiet life is once more disrupted by the strange otherworld that exists around her. In this book there are several encounters with enemies past, and she and her friends Michael Jones, Iblis and Melek are once again battling supernatural evil. There is a steady stream of "adventures" : in the Sorenson Clinic, in the women's village of Graystone, even in her own home. And whilst this is all going on she and Mr Jones are trying to set up a business and work out a private relationship.
I really enjoyed this book, it is fun, fast-paced, funny and excellently narrated by Zara Ramm.
5 stars all round.
I really enjoyed this book, it is fun, fast-paced, funny and excellently narrated by Zara Ramm.
5 stars all round.
Displaying 1 - 30 of 100 reviews