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Creatus Series Boxed Set
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For four thousand years, creatus have concealed themselves from the humans who hunted them almost to extinction. Unwittingly, one creatus will endanger them all...
As with most of his family, Derrick Ashton knows his future and what position he’s destined to fill within his unique society. Everything changes, however, when he breaks one of his family’s strictest laws and falls in love—with a human.
In his quest to protect the woman he can never have, a twist of faith propels him into a new role that will cause dissension among his family and endanger the anonymity that they’ve strived for thousands of years to protect.
Now, he will risk everything to save the girl from humans and his own kind. The one thing he can’t save her from, however…is herself.
The Creatus Series is not your normal paranormal story... It's a realistic romantic mystery based on the myths you've heard your entire life. Prepare to believe...
For four thousand years, creatus have concealed themselves from the humans who hunted them almost to extinction. Unwittingly, one creatus will endanger them all...
As with most of his family, Derrick Ashton knows his future and what position he’s destined to fill within his unique society. Everything changes, however, when he breaks one of his family’s strictest laws and falls in love—with a human.
In his quest to protect the woman he can never have, a twist of faith propels him into a new role that will cause dissension among his family and endanger the anonymity that they’ve strived for thousands of years to protect.
Now, he will risk everything to save the girl from humans and his own kind. The one thing he can’t save her from, however…is herself.
The Creatus Series is not your normal paranormal story... It's a realistic romantic mystery based on the myths you've heard your entire life. Prepare to believe...
28 pages, Audible Audio
First published May 19, 2014
About the author
Carmen DeSousa
44 books648 followersReader Profile: First and foremost, I am a reader. From the moment I could hold a book, I've been fascinated by the written word. I enjoy almost everything but lean toward romantic suspense and magical realism. If you're looking for bad reviews, you won't find them here. The reason... life's too short to read bad books. If a book isn't at least three stars halfway through, I stop reading, and therefore, don't feel as though I have the right to review it. That's my policy! Please don't send me requests, though. If you are one of my cyber friends, I will eventually find you. :)
Author Profile: A writer of modern-day fairy tales, I write stories that overflow with romance, mystery, suspense, a hint of paranormal sometimes, and of course, tragedy. After all, what would a fairy tale be without a tragic event setting the stage? All of my novels are sensual but not erotic, gripping but not graphic, and will hopefully, make you cry, laugh, love, and hope.
SERIES READING ORDER:
The Midnight Sons (Action/Adventure, Romantic Suspense)
#1 Sam's Folly
#2 Alex's Atonement
#3 Vince's Chance
#4 Erik's Revelation
#5 Daire's Resolution
#6 Adam's Rising
Creatus Series (Urban Fantasy/Paranormal Romance)
#1 Creatus
#2 Creatus Rogue
#3 Creatus Eidolon
#4 Creatus Animus
#5 Creatus Talis
#6 Creatus Unyielding
#7 Creatus Sovereign
The Southern Collection (Romantic Mystery)
#1 She Belongs to Me
#2 Land of the Noonday Sun
#3 Entangled Dreams
#4 When Noonday Ends
#5 Split Decisions
American Haunts (Mysteries with a Ghostly Edge)
The Pit Stop (This Stop Could be Life or Death)
The Depot (When Life and Death Cross Tracks)
The Library (Where Life Checks Out)
A Second Chance at Happily Ever After (Women's Fiction, Chick Lit)
Unlucky In Love (Free with Newsletter Sign-Up on Website)
Some Lucky Woman
Down on Her Luck
Crazy Love (Women's Fiction, Coming-of-Age Romance)
Love Like Crazy
Love Until It Hurts
Author Profile: A writer of modern-day fairy tales, I write stories that overflow with romance, mystery, suspense, a hint of paranormal sometimes, and of course, tragedy. After all, what would a fairy tale be without a tragic event setting the stage? All of my novels are sensual but not erotic, gripping but not graphic, and will hopefully, make you cry, laugh, love, and hope.
SERIES READING ORDER:
The Midnight Sons (Action/Adventure, Romantic Suspense)
#1 Sam's Folly
#2 Alex's Atonement
#3 Vince's Chance
#4 Erik's Revelation
#5 Daire's Resolution
#6 Adam's Rising
Creatus Series (Urban Fantasy/Paranormal Romance)
#1 Creatus
#2 Creatus Rogue
#3 Creatus Eidolon
#4 Creatus Animus
#5 Creatus Talis
#6 Creatus Unyielding
#7 Creatus Sovereign
The Southern Collection (Romantic Mystery)
#1 She Belongs to Me
#2 Land of the Noonday Sun
#3 Entangled Dreams
#4 When Noonday Ends
#5 Split Decisions
American Haunts (Mysteries with a Ghostly Edge)
The Pit Stop (This Stop Could be Life or Death)
The Depot (When Life and Death Cross Tracks)
The Library (Where Life Checks Out)
A Second Chance at Happily Ever After (Women's Fiction, Chick Lit)
Unlucky In Love (Free with Newsletter Sign-Up on Website)
Some Lucky Woman
Down on Her Luck
Crazy Love (Women's Fiction, Coming-of-Age Romance)
Love Like Crazy
Love Until It Hurts
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September 29, 2020
Really great series
Wow, this was one heck of a good series. Great characters they were dynamic, interesting, grew with the story, they were like real people. I was enamored with this series, I couldn’t stop listening to it, everything I did, I was listening. This was a first for me with this Author, but I will be reading more from her.
Wow, this was one heck of a good series. Great characters they were dynamic, interesting, grew with the story, they were like real people. I was enamored with this series, I couldn’t stop listening to it, everything I did, I was listening. This was a first for me with this Author, but I will be reading more from her.
May 23, 2016
DIVINELY ENTERTAINING !!!
Title: Creatus Series
Author: Carmen DeSousa
Designation: Five Book Collection, Compilation of They Exist, Creatus, Creatus Rogue, Creatus Eilodon and Creatus Animus
Reading Platform: Kindle Unlimited
My Rating: FIVE DIVINELY ENTERTAINING STARS*****
Loved, loved, loved it! The Creatus Series is my first time reading the work of Carmen DeSousa but it certainly won't be my last. I began my adventure with DeSousa after downloading Creatus, the first book of the series, when it was offered as a free download on Amazon. I enjoy discovering new authors and what better way to discover new talent without breaking the bank than with a free read, right? I started reading on a Saturday morning and within five minutes, I knew I'd struck gold! I raced back to Amazon and discovered Books Two and Three, Creatus: Rogue and Creatus: Eidolon, had already been released. And the icing on the cake, they were both available under the Kindle Unlimited program. SWEET! By Sunday evening, I had devoured all three books of the series as well as the prequel novella, They Exist, which was included as a bonus in the first book. Folks, here's the real kicker; I loved this series so much, after reading them under Kindle Unlimited, I actually went back to Amazon and purchased the box set containing the first four books for my permanent library. If that isn't a true recommendation, I don't know what is! Ready for a sweet surprise??? Desousa is automatically updating the Box Set with Book Five: Creatus Animus, the final book of the series, as soon as it's released. So, if you bought the box set before the release date of Creatus Animus, all you have to do is contact Amazon customer service and they will replace your copy with the file that includes ALL FIVE BOOKS! Jackpot! Now, please allow me to state that this is actually more like a serial since the books should be read in sequence. Although the author does include a fair amount of backstory in each book, I recommend reading the books in order. These stories are not meant to be read as standalone reads. Although each book primarily features a specific couple, there is an interconnected story arc running through the entire series with a recurring cast of characters. I found all of the books to be exciting, thrilling, imaginative, original, suspenseful, romantic, seductive, exceptionally well crafted and edited. The narratives are all beautifully written in the third person with multiple points of view. My favorite! The dialogue is smart, well executed and flows effortlessly. But my favorite component of this remarkable saga is the magnificent cast of characters. They are unique, intriguing, well developed, engaging, relatable and sexy as sin. I not only fell head over heels for the protagonists of each book but I also loved the masterfully depicted antagonists. Nothing is as it seems! Be very careful which antihero you choose to hate; he may very well turn out to be a hero in disguise! And vice versa, of course! Oh my! DeSousa demonstrates her talent as a gifted storyteller by skillfully combining every single one of these elements to craft a masterful supernatural saga filled to the brim with fantasy, danger, drama, action, betrayal, heartache, undeniable love, and enough spine-tingling suspense, shocking plot twists and perplexing mystery to blow your mind! And just when you think you have it all figured out -WHAM - DeSousa hits you with another surprising and totally unexpected piece of the puzzle. Folks, this definitely ISN'T your ordinary romance. This is an extraordinary, suspense filled whodunnit with a delicious side of tantalizing romance - without the calories! OMG! Who knew you could have a sexy romance without the sex? Obviously, Carmen DeSousa did since she just pulled it off magnificently! Once I started reading, I could not stop! I was immediately drawn into the story, glued to my seat, completely lost in time with the hours passing seemingly as minutes while my heart pounded in my chest. It was bloody brilliant! So sit back, my lovelies, get comfy and prepare to meet the Creatus, an alien species who have been living in plain sight among the humans of Earth for the past four thousand years. And you know all those supernatural beings based on myth, well, they just might be real and they may be creatus. Oh my!
This is not a book report nor do I give spoilers in my comments. What I attempt to do is give my humble opinion on the merits of the book itself. When rating and reviewing a book, I always ask myself several questions. First, what did I love about this story? As I stated earlier, all the books were beautifully written, well crafted and well edited with gorgeous covers. The world created by DeSousa for this series was imaginative as well as intelligent. It may have been fantasy but it was totally believable in the realms of science fiction and the supernatural. Oh, did I forget to mention the science fiction part? Well shucks, it's like Donnie and Marie Osmond with their little bit country and little bit rock 'n roll. This series is a little bit paranormal, little bit supernatural, little bit fantasy and a little bit science fiction. It's a divinely delicious all you eat buffet! And the characters were unlike anything I've ever experienced in a previous book. They were unique but fascinating and completely relatable. I cried for them, empathized with them and even laughed at some of their antics. The narratives of each book were fast paced but comfortable. At no point in any of the books was I ever bored or distracted. The pages as well as the time literally flew. I was so engrossed in the story, I even refused to answer my phone. My second question is always, what didn't I like about this story? Truthfully, not a darn thing! Well, other than the fact I didn't want it to end but isn't that true with all great stories? I think so. Third, would I recommend this book? You bet and I am for a wide range of readers including young and mature adult readers. There are a few curse words which I could probably count on one hand for all three books. There is some violence but it's NOT graphically portrayed and has NO gory details. The book is romantic but not erotic. There are NO explicit sex scenes but there are dreamy love scenes. And this is one thing that really surprises me since I generally go for books with more erotic romance and often find myself bored out of my mind without at least a few steamy sex scenes but not so with this series. It never actually occurred to me until I began writing this review. Fourth, will I read this author again? Abso-freakin-lutely! At the end of Book Three, the author offered a sneak peek at the fourth book of the series, Creatus: Animus which has since been released and is included in the new box set or available as a separate purchase. Please believe me when I say, I rushed to DeSousa's web page to sign up for her newsletter so I'll know when she has a new release. And finally, was I entertained? Oh lawd, yes! I was completely captivated and totally entertained! I'm a DeSousa fan for life! Fabulous entertainment and an awesome read!
Title: Creatus Series
Author: Carmen DeSousa
Designation: Five Book Collection, Compilation of They Exist, Creatus, Creatus Rogue, Creatus Eilodon and Creatus Animus
Reading Platform: Kindle Unlimited
My Rating: FIVE DIVINELY ENTERTAINING STARS*****
Loved, loved, loved it! The Creatus Series is my first time reading the work of Carmen DeSousa but it certainly won't be my last. I began my adventure with DeSousa after downloading Creatus, the first book of the series, when it was offered as a free download on Amazon. I enjoy discovering new authors and what better way to discover new talent without breaking the bank than with a free read, right? I started reading on a Saturday morning and within five minutes, I knew I'd struck gold! I raced back to Amazon and discovered Books Two and Three, Creatus: Rogue and Creatus: Eidolon, had already been released. And the icing on the cake, they were both available under the Kindle Unlimited program. SWEET! By Sunday evening, I had devoured all three books of the series as well as the prequel novella, They Exist, which was included as a bonus in the first book. Folks, here's the real kicker; I loved this series so much, after reading them under Kindle Unlimited, I actually went back to Amazon and purchased the box set containing the first four books for my permanent library. If that isn't a true recommendation, I don't know what is! Ready for a sweet surprise??? Desousa is automatically updating the Box Set with Book Five: Creatus Animus, the final book of the series, as soon as it's released. So, if you bought the box set before the release date of Creatus Animus, all you have to do is contact Amazon customer service and they will replace your copy with the file that includes ALL FIVE BOOKS! Jackpot! Now, please allow me to state that this is actually more like a serial since the books should be read in sequence. Although the author does include a fair amount of backstory in each book, I recommend reading the books in order. These stories are not meant to be read as standalone reads. Although each book primarily features a specific couple, there is an interconnected story arc running through the entire series with a recurring cast of characters. I found all of the books to be exciting, thrilling, imaginative, original, suspenseful, romantic, seductive, exceptionally well crafted and edited. The narratives are all beautifully written in the third person with multiple points of view. My favorite! The dialogue is smart, well executed and flows effortlessly. But my favorite component of this remarkable saga is the magnificent cast of characters. They are unique, intriguing, well developed, engaging, relatable and sexy as sin. I not only fell head over heels for the protagonists of each book but I also loved the masterfully depicted antagonists. Nothing is as it seems! Be very careful which antihero you choose to hate; he may very well turn out to be a hero in disguise! And vice versa, of course! Oh my! DeSousa demonstrates her talent as a gifted storyteller by skillfully combining every single one of these elements to craft a masterful supernatural saga filled to the brim with fantasy, danger, drama, action, betrayal, heartache, undeniable love, and enough spine-tingling suspense, shocking plot twists and perplexing mystery to blow your mind! And just when you think you have it all figured out -WHAM - DeSousa hits you with another surprising and totally unexpected piece of the puzzle. Folks, this definitely ISN'T your ordinary romance. This is an extraordinary, suspense filled whodunnit with a delicious side of tantalizing romance - without the calories! OMG! Who knew you could have a sexy romance without the sex? Obviously, Carmen DeSousa did since she just pulled it off magnificently! Once I started reading, I could not stop! I was immediately drawn into the story, glued to my seat, completely lost in time with the hours passing seemingly as minutes while my heart pounded in my chest. It was bloody brilliant! So sit back, my lovelies, get comfy and prepare to meet the Creatus, an alien species who have been living in plain sight among the humans of Earth for the past four thousand years. And you know all those supernatural beings based on myth, well, they just might be real and they may be creatus. Oh my!
This is not a book report nor do I give spoilers in my comments. What I attempt to do is give my humble opinion on the merits of the book itself. When rating and reviewing a book, I always ask myself several questions. First, what did I love about this story? As I stated earlier, all the books were beautifully written, well crafted and well edited with gorgeous covers. The world created by DeSousa for this series was imaginative as well as intelligent. It may have been fantasy but it was totally believable in the realms of science fiction and the supernatural. Oh, did I forget to mention the science fiction part? Well shucks, it's like Donnie and Marie Osmond with their little bit country and little bit rock 'n roll. This series is a little bit paranormal, little bit supernatural, little bit fantasy and a little bit science fiction. It's a divinely delicious all you eat buffet! And the characters were unlike anything I've ever experienced in a previous book. They were unique but fascinating and completely relatable. I cried for them, empathized with them and even laughed at some of their antics. The narratives of each book were fast paced but comfortable. At no point in any of the books was I ever bored or distracted. The pages as well as the time literally flew. I was so engrossed in the story, I even refused to answer my phone. My second question is always, what didn't I like about this story? Truthfully, not a darn thing! Well, other than the fact I didn't want it to end but isn't that true with all great stories? I think so. Third, would I recommend this book? You bet and I am for a wide range of readers including young and mature adult readers. There are a few curse words which I could probably count on one hand for all three books. There is some violence but it's NOT graphically portrayed and has NO gory details. The book is romantic but not erotic. There are NO explicit sex scenes but there are dreamy love scenes. And this is one thing that really surprises me since I generally go for books with more erotic romance and often find myself bored out of my mind without at least a few steamy sex scenes but not so with this series. It never actually occurred to me until I began writing this review. Fourth, will I read this author again? Abso-freakin-lutely! At the end of Book Three, the author offered a sneak peek at the fourth book of the series, Creatus: Animus which has since been released and is included in the new box set or available as a separate purchase. Please believe me when I say, I rushed to DeSousa's web page to sign up for her newsletter so I'll know when she has a new release. And finally, was I entertained? Oh lawd, yes! I was completely captivated and totally entertained! I'm a DeSousa fan for life! Fabulous entertainment and an awesome read!
December 29, 2016
I usually don't read a series a book after the other because the author might feel the need to explain everything again and again. I didn't get this feeling with this series. Ok, now that this is out of the way, let's go on with the story.
Creatus's love is stronger than human's. Once they fall for another, it's for life and they will slowly die if their mate dies. Each book follows a new couple that will fall or might have fallen for each other already. However, each also gets the readers deeper into the main story: Creatus rogues who want the world to know about them. Who's behind it and exactly why? I thought it was well built for the final show down.
Couples: It's always easy to figure out who would be the next couple. I'm not sure if it was a good thing or not since it made some things a bit predictable. I won't name them so as not to spoil anything, which is hard since I won't be able to name my favorite couple. All I will say is that it's the couple following Derrick's, so not the prequel nor the first book, which are about him but the second book. To be honest, Kristina grows on the readers but she starts as a not so likeable brat. Still I hate that while we still see her in the other books she's kind of pushed out of the story.
Story: I love that it has aliens. I am an alien fan, all that relates to aliens. So, Creatus are aliens who came to Earth a long time ago. They hid among humans. Live their life as humans as much as they could. They are stronger and faster and have longer lifespan than Earthlings, so stories have sprouted from people catching a glimpse at them doing extraordinary stuff: Folklore such as vampires, or superheroes and the likes came to life from it. The idea was plausible, interesting, and well done.
I would recommend to fans of aliens and vampires. But be aware that while these Creatus are aliens, I would call this urban fantasy more than science fiction.
Creatus's love is stronger than human's. Once they fall for another, it's for life and they will slowly die if their mate dies. Each book follows a new couple that will fall or might have fallen for each other already. However, each also gets the readers deeper into the main story: Creatus rogues who want the world to know about them. Who's behind it and exactly why? I thought it was well built for the final show down.
Couples: It's always easy to figure out who would be the next couple. I'm not sure if it was a good thing or not since it made some things a bit predictable. I won't name them so as not to spoil anything, which is hard since I won't be able to name my favorite couple. All I will say is that it's the couple following Derrick's, so not the prequel nor the first book, which are about him but the second book. To be honest, Kristina grows on the readers but she starts as a not so likeable brat. Still I hate that while we still see her in the other books she's kind of pushed out of the story.
Story: I love that it has aliens. I am an alien fan, all that relates to aliens. So, Creatus are aliens who came to Earth a long time ago. They hid among humans. Live their life as humans as much as they could. They are stronger and faster and have longer lifespan than Earthlings, so stories have sprouted from people catching a glimpse at them doing extraordinary stuff: Folklore such as vampires, or superheroes and the likes came to life from it. The idea was plausible, interesting, and well done.
I would recommend to fans of aliens and vampires. But be aware that while these Creatus are aliens, I would call this urban fantasy more than science fiction.
December 13, 2014
I knew from the beginning I was going to enjoy this series, that's why I bought the boxed set...not least due to the great writing style, which drew me in immediately, and kept me there until the end of these four stories.
The premise is taken from myth and expanded in such a why as to become realistic and believable. The characters are excellently detailed giving the story a familiar feel, as it moves to the next in the series. It is full of action and mystery, with twists and suspense enough that it didn't become obvious and inevitable.
I don't give spoilers, but will say that if you love wonderful writing, a great plot, action and adventure - this set is for you...I am looking forward to the next in the series, I hope it doesn't take too long.
The premise is taken from myth and expanded in such a why as to become realistic and believable. The characters are excellently detailed giving the story a familiar feel, as it moves to the next in the series. It is full of action and mystery, with twists and suspense enough that it didn't become obvious and inevitable.
I don't give spoilers, but will say that if you love wonderful writing, a great plot, action and adventure - this set is for you...I am looking forward to the next in the series, I hope it doesn't take too long.
November 28, 2015
I love the Creatus books. The first 4 books are full of action, suspense, mystery, intrigue, romance, treachery. It's a wonder to read. I got lost in their world and found myself wanting more.
I'm excited for the 5th book to come out. Great series. I would highly recommend this to any fantasy reader.
I'm excited for the 5th book to come out. Great series. I would highly recommend this to any fantasy reader.
November 7, 2016
Awesome series
A new twist on an old tale. Creatus have been inhabiting the earth longer than man and came from another planet. Similar to humans in appearance, but also showing likenesses to the mythological vampires, they can jump building in one leap, are stronger than humans, and live much longer lives, giving the immortal tales an origin.
Some things about creatus that are interesting- they cannot eat cooked foods- which can actually makes them deathly ill or even kill them. They have both good and bad members- they have lived in secret, alongside humans for centuries- they also started the superhero rumors back when they 'watched' the humans and protected them against their own species who were evil. They also have a physical-almost chemical- reaction when they meet their life mate, or soul mate- called 'falling' and once a creatus falls, it is for life- they cannot live without their mates and will die for them or die without them.
This series was packed from the prequel to the last book. Each book focused on different members of the main families; however, the previous books' characters continued to make leading appearances throughout the series.
I definitely enjoyed reading this series and recommend it for any that enjoy supernatural/paranormal/Sci-fi type books!
A new twist on an old tale. Creatus have been inhabiting the earth longer than man and came from another planet. Similar to humans in appearance, but also showing likenesses to the mythological vampires, they can jump building in one leap, are stronger than humans, and live much longer lives, giving the immortal tales an origin.
Some things about creatus that are interesting- they cannot eat cooked foods- which can actually makes them deathly ill or even kill them. They have both good and bad members- they have lived in secret, alongside humans for centuries- they also started the superhero rumors back when they 'watched' the humans and protected them against their own species who were evil. They also have a physical-almost chemical- reaction when they meet their life mate, or soul mate- called 'falling' and once a creatus falls, it is for life- they cannot live without their mates and will die for them or die without them.
This series was packed from the prequel to the last book. Each book focused on different members of the main families; however, the previous books' characters continued to make leading appearances throughout the series.
I definitely enjoyed reading this series and recommend it for any that enjoy supernatural/paranormal/Sci-fi type books!
May 1, 2015
Creatus
This is a great series. I can't wait for the next ones to come out. Suffice to say, I'm an addicted fan.
This is a great series. I can't wait for the next ones to come out. Suffice to say, I'm an addicted fan.
July 25, 2018
Nonstop suspense! Loving it.
I keep getting it wrong. My suspects are innocent. I can't even 100% guess who will end up with who.
An awesome mix of action, suspense, romance, and tragedy. And an ubran fantasy to boot. I highly recommend it.
I keep getting it wrong. My suspects are innocent. I can't even 100% guess who will end up with who.
An awesome mix of action, suspense, romance, and tragedy. And an ubran fantasy to boot. I highly recommend it.
July 10, 2017
Fantastic till the end
August 2, 2018
Addictive
Wow I am glad i got the boxed set. I didn't want ti stop reading. I loved the romance that didn't have any explicit sex scenes.
Loved the action. It had bad guys. The author kept me on the edge of my seat wondering who they were.
I Loved the characters. Looking forward to the next book in this series
Wow I am glad i got the boxed set. I didn't want ti stop reading. I loved the romance that didn't have any explicit sex scenes.
Loved the action. It had bad guys. The author kept me on the edge of my seat wondering who they were.
I Loved the characters. Looking forward to the next book in this series
July 27, 2018
Wow
Can't wait to read the rest of the new series what a great twist a new/recreation of an old race kind of alien meets Hitler type of cross what happens next
Can't wait to read the rest of the new series what a great twist a new/recreation of an old race kind of alien meets Hitler type of cross what happens next
July 3, 2017
Gripping
Five stars,really enjoyed reading this box set, Worth every penny,and the story is going to continue,which is fantastic news for fans of this series
Five stars,really enjoyed reading this box set, Worth every penny,and the story is going to continue,which is fantastic news for fans of this series
August 11, 2018
I enjoyed this set of books. It was well written, full of adventure and surprises along the way. A good entertaining clean read.
June 13, 2018
Creatus Series
I liked these books. Easy to read and liked all the characters!! Would recommend to anyone that enjoys a little fantasy fiction.
I liked these books. Easy to read and liked all the characters!! Would recommend to anyone that enjoys a little fantasy fiction.
November 30, 2015
Just wow. I was not sure what I was getting into when I started out reading this series but I could not seem to put these books down long enough to sleep. I was surprised and wondering more about their background but as the books progressed more and more is revealed. The story flows and I shed tears on many parts not understanding but again it comes together to create an amazing story. I am anxious to hear more about this world of love, devotion, death and second chances. Amazing read for sure.
October 29, 2016
Why did it have to end?!?!
Fantastic series. Sad that it's the end of this very creative world that is set up beautifully. Loved all of the characters and seriously, I feel there is so much more on theses characters and race of supernatural that could be written. Loved this box set. 5 stars!!
Fantastic series. Sad that it's the end of this very creative world that is set up beautifully. Loved all of the characters and seriously, I feel there is so much more on theses characters and race of supernatural that could be written. Loved this box set. 5 stars!!
December 28, 2016
LOVE THIS WHOLE SET!!
I absolutely loved this while Creatus Series Boxed Set! I think it would make a great movie! Am looking forward to any more Creatus Books you may write Carmen. I would love to read more on Meghan and Jonas. Hopefully, Jonas would recover more of his sight and they would have a couple of children. Thank you very much!
I absolutely loved this while Creatus Series Boxed Set! I think it would make a great movie! Am looking forward to any more Creatus Books you may write Carmen. I would love to read more on Meghan and Jonas. Hopefully, Jonas would recover more of his sight and they would have a couple of children. Thank you very much!
August 9, 2017
Romance, mystery, suspense with supernatural twist
Romance, mystery, and suspense with a supernatural paranormal twist! I loved it! I was sad when it ended and I can't wait to read more from this author...this series held me hostage from start to finish and was unpredictable...give me more please!
Romance, mystery, and suspense with a supernatural paranormal twist! I loved it! I was sad when it ended and I can't wait to read more from this author...this series held me hostage from start to finish and was unpredictable...give me more please!
April 23, 2018
Very interesting
Its a different kind of paranormal story for me but I have to say I really enjoyed reading this set. I don't remember an errors in the writing, words misspelled or forgotten. It is a "clean" series i would let my tween daughters read. So that being said I would recommend this series to any one loving to read....especially of supernatural.
Its a different kind of paranormal story for me but I have to say I really enjoyed reading this set. I don't remember an errors in the writing, words misspelled or forgotten. It is a "clean" series i would let my tween daughters read. So that being said I would recommend this series to any one loving to read....especially of supernatural.
August 23, 2017
Creatures if you dare
Good story if a little crazy at times. A lot of people to remember and keep in your mind weather they are goodies or baddies. I enjoyed the whole boxed set. Thanks Carmen. JohnP
Good story if a little crazy at times. A lot of people to remember and keep in your mind weather they are goodies or baddies. I enjoyed the whole boxed set. Thanks Carmen. JohnP
May 21, 2015
Great new interpretation of an old folklore
Good characters, good plot with lots of twists to keep you guessing who really was behind everything. Enjoyed reading each book!
Good characters, good plot with lots of twists to keep you guessing who really was behind everything. Enjoyed reading each book!
May 28, 2015
Refreshing
This series was so good I couldn't put the book down. The suspense the excitement who would fall for who. It was just breathtaking.
This series was so good I couldn't put the book down. The suspense the excitement who would fall for who. It was just breathtaking.
September 14, 2017
Great books
They keep you guessing till the end and after that there is another surprise for everyone. Will be telling others to read this series well worth it.
They keep you guessing till the end and after that there is another surprise for everyone. Will be telling others to read this series well worth it.
April 6, 2018
💚
Loved it, and want more on all the rest of the characters!
Read it if you get a chance :)
Loved it, and want more on all the rest of the characters!
Read it if you get a chance :)
August 16, 2019
I loved this series. I bought it a few years ago for my e-reader when it went on sale, but always found a reason not to commit to reading the whole thing. Finally, I had reread all of my favorite books and needed a long series to read while flying for 11 hours so I went for it and I'm so happy I did.
The main complaint I saw was that the characters "fall" too fast. I really enjoyed that part. I feel like writers spend so much time developing love stories and it wastes time that could be spent developing the plot. I'm in a relationship that developed quickly (and we are still just as happy nearly a decade and kids later) so I appreciate when we can skip the relationship drama and enjoy an established couple going through something together without a will they or won't they storyline
My only complaint is the ending of the last book. My e-reader shows the page you are on out of how many pages there are and I looked down to see only 20 pages when we were right in the middle of big revelations that needed much more development (if you ask me). I wish she would have drawn out the last couple of chapters another 50 or so pages so the end of the last book didn't feel so rushed.
The main complaint I saw was that the characters "fall" too fast. I really enjoyed that part. I feel like writers spend so much time developing love stories and it wastes time that could be spent developing the plot. I'm in a relationship that developed quickly (and we are still just as happy nearly a decade and kids later) so I appreciate when we can skip the relationship drama and enjoy an established couple going through something together without a will they or won't they storyline
My only complaint is the ending of the last book. My e-reader shows the page you are on out of how many pages there are and I looked down to see only 20 pages when we were right in the middle of big revelations that needed much more development (if you ask me). I wish she would have drawn out the last couple of chapters another 50 or so pages so the end of the last book didn't feel so rushed.
January 14, 2018
Big issues
I wanted to like this series but could not get more than half way through the second book. So at first we hear that being with a human isn't allowed and they can't fall. Then suddenly in the second book the H gets permission to be with the h and she is expected to fall. So yeah, that made no sense at all. Is it allowed or isn't it? Can humans fall or not? This wasn't the worst of it though. Our h had no redeeming qualities. She was a selfish party girl. I just didn't like her and every time this guy talked about how bright, intelligent and wonderful she was, I wondered if he was delusional. Then when they started seeing each other she g it catty and childish and I just never felt the undeniable attraction tion between them. The author tried to tell us what they thought and felt, but she didn't ha e the ability to make us feel it ourselves. Show don't tell is something this author doesn't grasp and I was tired of reading a story that left me feeling empty.
I wanted to like this series but could not get more than half way through the second book. So at first we hear that being with a human isn't allowed and they can't fall. Then suddenly in the second book the H gets permission to be with the h and she is expected to fall. So yeah, that made no sense at all. Is it allowed or isn't it? Can humans fall or not? This wasn't the worst of it though. Our h had no redeeming qualities. She was a selfish party girl. I just didn't like her and every time this guy talked about how bright, intelligent and wonderful she was, I wondered if he was delusional. Then when they started seeing each other she g it catty and childish and I just never felt the undeniable attraction tion between them. The author tried to tell us what they thought and felt, but she didn't ha e the ability to make us feel it ourselves. Show don't tell is something this author doesn't grasp and I was tired of reading a story that left me feeling empty.
September 15, 2025
Carmen writes consistently great books, with excellent word craft & enough twists & to keep you hoping for a positive outcome at the end of each book in this epic saga.
No it didn’t take me 23 days to read just 1 book; I wanted to read the complete series.
All the characters from beginning to end have substance & vary in depth depending on where they fit in the plot.
I feel in bk 7 there is completion. Not a cliff hanger as such but another book or spin-off is possible.
There is always more to tell, to expand on & enrich the tapestry she has already created - excuse the pun.
Great read, thoroughly enjoyable.
August 25, 2026
DNF, at book 1, chapter 14.
Ugh, so I came across the box set for free. I had once read the prequel and commented about how the chapters of book 1 at the end of the prequel were better than the prequel, so I decided to give book 1 a go.
Big mistake. Terrible. Just terrible. They fall hard and fast, creating no tension or chemistry. And as soon as she “detoxes” from the alcohol, she’s suddenly better and a completely different character, with effing house plants for crying out loud. Utter crap.
And don’t get me started on how controlling he is. Red flags everywhere. He just says he’s sorry, and she rolls over and kisses him. Vomit.
Ugh, so I came across the box set for free. I had once read the prequel and commented about how the chapters of book 1 at the end of the prequel were better than the prequel, so I decided to give book 1 a go.
Big mistake. Terrible. Just terrible. They fall hard and fast, creating no tension or chemistry. And as soon as she “detoxes” from the alcohol, she’s suddenly better and a completely different character, with effing house plants for crying out loud. Utter crap.
And don’t get me started on how controlling he is. Red flags everywhere. He just says he’s sorry, and she rolls over and kisses him. Vomit.
August 23, 2026
I only got 7% through before I couldn’t listen anymore. Derrick does not end up with Janelle. Why? Because she DIES, in front of her “daughter”. So where does the love story go from there? The guy who knew without a doubt he loved Janelle somehow transfers his obsession to the DAUGHTER. All while insisting he doesn’t care, and trying to be with a female Creatus who has been obsessed with him for decades.
It gave me so many icks so quickly.
It gave me so many icks so quickly.
July 25, 2018
It was hard to rate. The best part of the story(ies) is the fact that the author has created a whole new being. And this being helps to explain some of the possible myths/creatures in books. It's not exceptionally written but it's good enough to have kept me to want to read more. The romantic pairings were a little predictable but that was OK. Interesting community that the author built.
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