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Whispers From the Curse

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In the aftermath of a brutal attack, Larissa finds herself in the arms of an unexpected saviour. As she begins to unravel a web of dark secrets that threaten her very existence, Nik is determined to protect her, enlisting the help of his brother, Roman.

While grappling with the shocking truth about her parents, Larissa becomes increasingly entangled in a perilous curse. Balancing her responsibilities at Refresh Marketing with the chaos surrounding her, she feels the crushing weight of the world.

Nik's devotion is unwavering; he vows to keep Larissa safe at all costs, even if it means proposing marriage sooner than expected. He suspects her mother's death was no accident and that a sinister force is orchestrating events from the shadows.

With threats emerging from unexpected places-friends turned foes, vengeful witches, and lurking werewolves-Larissa and Nik must navigate a treacherous landscape of betrayal and magic. Will they uncover the secrets hidden in the darkness, or will Larissa ultimately succumb to the curse?

The stakes have never been higher in this gripping tale of love, danger, and blood.

382 pages, Paperback

Published December 9, 2024

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Profile Image for Ally.
149 reviews11 followers
December 8, 2024
I loved book one but oh boy did I love book two even more!

S.K May really knows how to keep her readers captured throughout the whole book, with one plot twist after another.

The character and relationship development between Larissa and Nik was perfect in book two, I really enjoyed going back into the past and seeing where it all started between them. We saw more of the relationship development between Nik and Roman which I was really happy about and we got more of Roman’s story (fingers are crossed he gets a happy ending)

I loved everything about this book and if you thought the cliffhanger and the major twist in book one was bad… THINK AGAIN. I think book two tops it, ughhhh. I finished about a week ago and I’m still thinking about how book two ended. 😭

As always, thank you for the opportunity to review this book and for receiving an ARC. 🖤 x
Profile Image for Amy | romantasy.myromanempire.
163 reviews35 followers
January 19, 2025
This is Book 2 in a thrilling paranormal romance series! It picks up right where book 1 ended, which happened to be a wild ending! I really enjoyed all the twist and turns, SK really keeps you on your toes with her stories!

My favorite aspect of this installment was the relationship between Nik and Larissa, I loved getting to see them together more and learn more about their history. The character development is on point. And I’m a sucker for fated mates 🥰

There’s definitely a lot more twists and a lot more chaos! Another mind blowing cliffhanger leaves you ready for book 3! I’m so exited to find out what happens next.

With vampires, witches, werewolves and demons, this series is perfect for PNR fans!

Thank you so much to the author for a gifted copy!
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65 reviews10 followers
December 10, 2024
Whispers from the Curse by S. K. May, the second book in the Whispers series, is a thrilling continuation that deepens the relationship between Nik and Larissa. Their fated mates bond evolves beautifully, transforming Nik from a hardened character into a smitten kitten.

S. K. May masterfully crafts a dark, atmospheric world filled with werewolves, vampires, witches, and demons. Her writing style captivates from the start, and the plot twists kept me intrigued throughout.

As a sequel, Whispers from the Curse builds wonderfully on the foundation laid in the first book. If you’re a fan of fantasy romance with a dark twist, this series is a must-read. I can’t wait for book three!
Profile Image for Cathy Cataldo.
7 reviews3 followers
January 20, 2025
Just when I thought this series couldn’t possibly get any better it does.

I loved watching Nik and Larissa’s love grow stronger and getting glimpses of the past. These 2 are definitely couple goals and they have my heart. I also loved that we got to see more of Roman and excited to see what’s coming for him.

I thought the cliff hanger for book 1 was bad, this one is worse. This book left me in a book slump for a month, it’s all I could think about.

My favourite quotes:

"Exactly, because sometimes, even perfection can cut you. You are the rose I would bleed for. A rose I would do anything for."

“You are my light, my reason to breathe, my love, my everything.”

I’m very excited for book 3. If you haven’t picked this series up yet I highly recommend it.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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131 reviews64 followers
March 3, 2025
4.25⭐
3🌶️

This was an outstanding sequel to Whispers from the Blood, and continues on from the initial story seamlessly!

The amount of depth and detail within the story itself was masterfully done, and the way in which mythology and paranormal lore was continually woven into the story was fantastic!
The continued character development for all of the main characters through the use of flashbacks to past lives to help explain current actions was a fantastic way to not only build backstory but add depth to the characters themselves.
There was a major betrayal and redemption thing going on throughout the story and the number of twists and turns throughout the book kept you guessing about what would happen next, but never so much that you were confused.

Definitely a recommended read, and I can't wait to read the next book!

Tropes: Multiple POV, Mythology, Vampires, Werewolves, Witched, Gods, Demons, Plot twists, past lives, cliff-hanger, forbidden love, office romance, marriage of convenience, soulmates, opposites attract, who did this to you, age gap, grumpy/sunshine, small town girl in the city, betrayal and redemption, fated mates, banter, reincarnated lovers, forced marriage, destined to be together, chosen one, hidden world, good vs evil, paranormal creatures, orphaned hero, magical transformation, post-apocalyptic world, identity crisis, found family, found family vs blood family, immortality, mysterious artefact, magical curse, ancient evil awakens.

Triggers: abandonment, abusive relationship (flashback to past life), accidents, alcohol, anxiety, forced marriage, blood, bodily fluids, burning, cheating, classism, control, death, death of a loved one, dubious consent, family conflict, fear, fighting, fire, ghosts, gore, graphic death, graphic sex, homicide, hostage situation, kidnapping, manipulation misogyny, nightmares, nudity, pain, pregnancy, profanity, screaming, sexual discrimination, stabbing, threats, torture, verbal abuse, violence, weapons, witches.
Profile Image for Jamie aka TacoGoddess Michelle.
124 reviews9 followers
February 2, 2025
This is Book Two in the Whispers series a Paranormal Romance with a twist.a tale of love danger and blood.
Whispers From The Curse picks up right up after that cliffhanger in Book 1 if you haven’t already read that go ahead and do it, you’ll want to be fully informed going in.

WOW the character development and growth between Larissa and Nik is amazing!
After book one Whispers in the blood ended I knew I couldn’t wait for book 2 to come out
So I could get back into this world.

S.K. May does an amazing job of keeping you on the edge of your seat. The action had you in a grip the whole way through the story. The world-building, secrets and betrayals at every twist and turn. In a world filled with Vampires,Werewolves,witches and other creatures you’ll never know who to trust? Or will you?!

Larissa,Nik & Roman what a trio of characters. You’ve previously met Nik & Larissa in book 1 these two fated mates can’t seem to stay out of trouble only this time it’s not Just Nik’s doing…
Being able to see the glimpses of history between Larissa and Nik and their past.
Emotions,love curses and betrayal oooopf
This thrilling paranormal romance keeps you enthralled from beginning to end with yet another cliffhanger to keep you questioning everything.


I highly recommend this series! It has kept me so entertained,enthralled me to where I was still thinking about it weeks later.

If you’re a fan of Paranormal/Supernatural Romances,twists and turns. Secrets that keep on being uncovered and the spice yes! This one is for you!

Thank you to the author S.K. May for this ARC. I can’t wait for book 3.
Profile Image for The Dragon Den Book Blog.
2,938 reviews64 followers
December 17, 2024
ARC Review of Whispers From The Curse by S.K. May
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The adventure of Larissa, Nik and Roman continues as a great evil surfaces, love is shifted and questioned, and another big secret is dropped as the wedding bells ring!

Larissa has once again landed herself in some trouble, but in a shock twist, it is not a mess her vampire boyfriend or his werewolf brother has left her with.
This bad guy has plans for her, and one of the reasons why it was important that she stay hidden.
Stay a secret.
The truth as to why she was never meant to be found or fall for Nik.
Witches hunt her, vampires crave her, her family is questionable and the bond is calling to her.
She's got a long way to go until happily ever after.

Wowzers! The drama! The secrets! The family mess!
Larissa is not given a moment to breath as she gets tossed out of the frying pan and into the fire. Nik is really in for it in this book, as he once again hides something very big that truly is something that any normal person would put into question about their relationship. We also get a little action from Roman, with a little surprise for his tale.
Then...cliffhanger!
Next book please!
Profile Image for Trudy.
36 reviews1 follower
April 27, 2025
So, I got a bit side-tracked with reading this continuation of Nik and Larissa's fierce love story, and honestly I am not sure why because... oh. my. word!

BUT

I restarted reading this book this long weekend and smashed through it in just over a day 😱 The fast-paced storytelling pulled me into their world again, how the characters evolved and grew and the unexpected twists and turns kept me invested up until the final page.

I cannot resist a good fated mates love story and also have a love-hate relationship with cliffhangers! Needless to say, I am super keen for book number three 😱

Vibes include:
⭐ Vampires, witches, werewolves, past lives, hidden secrets, fated mates, spice ⭐

If those match your vibe, then you need the Whispers series on your TBR list immediately. Book 1 and 2 available now, with book 3 coming next month 🎉

⭐⭐⭐⭐.75 (if that's a thing lol)
🌶️🌶️🌶️

Thank you to SK May for kindly gifting me with a copy of this book ❤️
Profile Image for Becky Doyle.
69 reviews3 followers
December 9, 2024
Another complete knock out novel as we continue our journey with Nik and Larissa. The curse that ties them both together also rips them apart over and over again, but somehow this time is different. Larissa’s power only grows as does her love for Nik, as she pulls at the threads weaved before her birth, trying to uncover the truth. But will it be enough to save her? The supernatural world has never been so exciting , and the emotional roller coaster never more gripping as you find yourself deeply invested in Nik and Larissa’s plight. So much more is to play that meets the eye, and in true S.K May form, we are left begging for book three after a cliffhanger that makes you want to throw a book across the room. If you haven’t yet started this delicious journey why not?!
Fated mates
Supernatural drama
Spice that makes you wanna find yourself a Nik of your own RIGHT NOW!
Vampires and wolves and witches oh my!
I cannot recommend this enough.
Profile Image for Book.ed_Out .
21 reviews1 follower
January 11, 2025
This was such a step up from the first book. It was action the whole way and I loved it.

There was so much happening in this book, the twists were well timed and you weren't left wondering for too long.

Larissa became a much more likeable character, I struggled with her in the first book but she really grew and found her strength.

The characters interactions and story building improved so much. Although I felt like the different POVs felt a bit flat. The characters tones always felt the same regardless of whose POV you were reading from.


I also was a bit lost on Nik being as powerful as he is but also being in the dark about so much of what was happening in the world. I look forward to this being explained more in book 3.
Profile Image for Kayleen  Heward.
39 reviews1 follower
June 3, 2025
Whispers from the Curse is book two of the Whispers series and let me tell you, it is a right banger. After being left with a hell of a cliffhanger and a million questions in book one, (Whispers in the Blood) I was pumped for book two.
My questions were answered but I ended up with a plethora of new ones. (Thank god book three is out 😉). New characters (Ducky 😠IYKYK) helped add another layer of intrigue and WTF. The relationships between Nik, Larissa and Roman developed and made my little heart so happy. Plus the spice?! 🫠🥵 (Bring a mop AND a bucket 😜)
If you haven’t started your Whispers journey, you really need to. This series is beautiful to look at. It’s brain tingly good to read. You won’t regret it.

Profile Image for TheSeasonedReader.
77 reviews1 follower
June 13, 2025
This is another gripping instalment in this captivating trilogy.

SK May pulls you in from the very first page and keeps you firmly there for the entirety, just as she did with Whispers in the Blood.

I loved being taken along for the ride of Larissa’s and Nik’s evolving relationship; to witness Roman’s character develop and be a brother to Nik; and to have Larissa’s true background and identity revealed, all keeping me fully invested.

The ending left me in suspense, and rather than try to predict what’s coming, I’m simply eager to dive into the final book and continue this unforgettable journey.
Profile Image for Alexa Jaye.
396 reviews14 followers
December 6, 2024
And the twists just get twistier!

SK May’s “Whispers from the Curse” is the second instalment of her thrilling paranormal romantasy trilogy. Expectations are running wild as the saga of Larissa's current whereabouts remain a mystery. And what of Nik as he struggles to remain rational with his fated mate missing?

The suspense is heightening as the stakes rise. Where is the curse coming from? What will need to be sacrificed to find the origins of the curse?

What are you waiting for?

♥️ Happy Reading? ♥️
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Profile Image for Steph.
236 reviews2 followers
January 4, 2025
We got so many answers but also are left with even more questions....

This book is filled with so much love, hate, sex, battles, magic, and chaos!

You won't know who to trust, with a new threat and old ones looming!

If you want a series that leaves you dying for the next book, this is for you!

Beautiful written, wolrd with constant development, characters who have fantastic character development but at the same time stay very true to them selfs.

A fated mates that fight and argues but kisses and makes up at the same time, so real and not just nah they are faited so all is good!

🌶🌶🌶
Profile Image for Ona Maria.
46 reviews1 follower
January 25, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

SKMay has now earned the title: Cliffhanger Queen, with another amazing installment to the Whispers Series.
SK May has an incredible ability to hold her reader’s attention. We also got great character development with Nik and Roman. As well as way watching Larissa grow and come into her own as she tries to uncover her place in this world.

Curse has just the right amount of spice we all need and I can’t wait for book 3.

Let me just add Nik to my list of fictional men that is every women’s dream. 🥵
Profile Image for Nesha.
66 reviews8 followers
April 4, 2025
If you love Twilight you will love this series it's like on Drug's 🤣🤣🤣

What can I not say about S.K May new Whisper series....
I was hooked from the start, Each sentence has you wanting more... wow, omg, Noooo, aww, holly beep, where some of my words while reading this series. Loved Nik he was my favorite character ❤️ and his and Larissa story is written just perfect 👌 again you get hooked wanting to know or understand how.

Thank you again S.K.May incurable work.
Profile Image for Unleishd_reads.
235 reviews4 followers
December 20, 2024
Book 2 is a gripping, atmospheric story that hooked me much more than the first book. The story was fast paced and the mix of mystery, emotion and darker themes made it hard to put down. The twists were unexpected and there were so many moments that stayed with me after I finished. It’s an intense and memorable read, perfect for fans of moody, character-driven stories. I can’t wait for book 3!!
Profile Image for A Rojo.
Author 5 books26 followers
December 6, 2024
This book! Book two was everything I wanted and more. I loved learning of Nik and Larissa's history and why they are fated to be together. Packed full of emotions and twists, this book had me hooked. And Roman, I love Roman! I need book 3 already!
Profile Image for M.G. Hunt.
Author 3 books15 followers
January 15, 2025
SK May has upped the ante in this sequel, in both the intensity of her story writing and in the themes explored. More dark magic is explored and secrets revealed. I enjoyed all the twists and turns in the journey of Larissa and Nik’s extraordinary romance.
Profile Image for Alexa Jaye.
396 reviews14 followers
December 6, 2024
And the twists just get twistier!

SK May’s “Whispers from the Curse” is the second instalment of her thrilling paranormal romantasy trilogy. Expectations are running wild as the saga of Larissa's current whereabouts remain a mystery. And what of Nik as he struggles to remain rational with his fated mate missing?

The suspense is heightening as the stakes rise. Where is the curse coming from? What will need to be sacrificed to find the origins of the curse?

What are you waiting for?

♥️ Happy Reading? ♥️
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Profile Image for Melissa Kincaid.
Author 4 books80 followers
April 19, 2025
I was generously provided an eARC by the author and I am happily, and voluntarily, leaving my review! ❤️ Thank you!

⭐⭐⭐⭐ = 4 stars!

Whispers from the Curse, the second installment in the Whispers series, picks up right where the first book left off, diving straight into the action. Larissa, still grappling with her awakening magic and reeling from her sister’s shocking betrayal, must navigate an increasingly perilous world. She struggles to stay out of trouble while exploring the intense bond she shares with Nik, her vampire fated mate. As secrets unravel, Larissa and her companions face mounting challenges, including battles against pure evil, power-hungry coven leaders, and feral werewolves. Amid the chaos, Larissa is also determined to mend her fractured relationship with her sister, adding a layer of emotional depth to the story.

S.K. May excels at crafting a gripping narrative that keeps the pages turning. The story’s fast pace leaves little room for downtime, immersing readers in a thrilling blend of mystery, raw emotion, and darker themes. May’s ability to seamlessly weave intense action with moments of vulnerability makes Whispers from the Curse a compelling read.

What to Expect:
- Witches, Vampires and Werewolves
- Magic
- Drama, secrets and lies
- Fated mates
- Spice
- Twists and turns
- Re-incarnated FMC
- Cliffhanger

Fans of paranormal romance and dark fantasy will find much to love in this instalment. With its mix of heart-pounding drama, intricate character dynamics, and unexpected twists, this book is nearly impossible to put down. If you enjoyed the first book in the series, Whispers from the Curse is a must-read that will leave you eager for what’s next.

I enjoyed this one immensely and I’m eager to see where things go next!

Thanks again S.K for the eARC!


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