Cocoon

Spring Fever #2

by Adrian Blue

Deep in the wilderness, entomologist Dr. Avery Reed stumbles across something that was never meant to be found. Now, trapped between scientific fascination and primal fear, she finds herself the focus of a being that sees her as more than just prey. As the line between terror and ecstasy blurs, she surrenders to an inhuman hunger that demands more than just her blood. In the silence of the forest, no one can hear her cries of fear—or pleasure.

See Front Matter for Content Warnings

Genres: Erotica, Aliens, Paranormal Romance, Science Fiction

38 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 27, 2025

Reviews

[Katie O’Reilly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Giving birth to 12 alien larvae??? In THIS economy???

[brynn helena · Rating 4 out of 5]

FREAKY DEAKYYY!!!!!!!! idk i like weird shit and this really ate, your honor! 🤓

[Tiffany · Rating 2 out of 5]

I’ve decided insects really aren’t for me?? Even of the alien variety.

Mothman is great, he’s a cryptid. Buggy insects? Not so much.

(Rating based off my level of discomfort/revulsion while reading. Wasn’t nearly as bad as the spider one though.)

[Kelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

A vacation (of sorts) is what Avery had in mind when she set out to spend some time in the wilds, but she got SO MUCH MORE than that. I mean, the lady did something no other scientist can claim to have done and she genuinely enjoyed it.

What brought her to the enjoyment part? Her curiosity and a butterfly. Following it into the wilderness isn't a hardship. Finding the massive cocoon hanging from a tree is maybe a little concerning, but her scientific mind is also excited about it. Then something emerges from the cocoon and now Avery is faced with being part of something much bigger than herself.

That sounds dirty, but really I just meant the creature that emerges needs Avery's help and NOT helping doesn't seem like an option for her. So she agrees and soon she's in the middle of something that rocks her world.

A giant creature with decidedly non-standard parts (to be fair, they're probably standard for it, those parts just aren't something most humans are used to), a sexy flight, and a lady who is willing to go the distance when something needs her to. GOOD TIMES!

-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal

[Sorcha Wilde · Rating 5 out of 5]

A secluded cabin. A woman alone. And something in the woods that should have never been found.

Entomologist Dr. Avery Reed’s fascination turns primal when she comes face-to-face with a creature that sees her as far more than prey. Between fear and ecstasy, she’s drawn into an inhuman hunger that changes everything.

Adrian Blue nailed it with this one—equal parts eerie and intoxicating. The writing captures every surreal, sensual moment, and yes… ovipositors done right.

[Alexandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

loved it

I am a huge fan of Adrian’s shorts, I appreciate them as a way to break up long reads and to get out of slumps.

The monster x human smut is an added bonus. And boy, does this one have a TON of it.

If you’re a fan of monster x human books, that are quick and smutty… this is for you

[Louis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cocoon

Interesting story. This young woman went to her cabin but in doing so experienced something close to nirvana. This author Adrian Blue did a wonderful job of explaining all that she experienced.

[Arctic Shadows · Rating 4 out of 5]

This one

Was a little bit too much haha. For some reason the xenomorph didn’t phase me but I wasn’t too keen on the grubs in this book. Oh well.

[MADDI · Rating 1 out of 5]

0 stars

Ok. What the fuck did I just subject myself to and why the fuck was this written? Who hurt you???

[LizKat · Rating 3 out of 5]

definitely out there.

[Debra · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed Cocoon a little too much! 💙💜
It's weird and out there but it was a fun time!!🦋

[Claudia’s bookshelf · Rating 3 out of 5]

My bank account is begging me to stop whilst holding up my non existent budget for therapy

[Janine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another spicy surprising short story from my favourite creature smut author. Where does she get these ideas. Love.

[Samantha Bell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ovipositors done right!

[daniella beeton · Rating 2 out of 5]

I didn't love this one
she really got off while giving birth. Felt weird to read lol

[Sage · Rating 2 out of 5]

6/10

not my fave

[RB · Rating 2 out of 5]

I'm starting to think I have a head injury

[Len · Rating 3 out of 5]

Kind of weird...mildly entertaining.

[The Dragon Den Book Blog · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ticked a few boxes in the freaky monster smut department. Did not mind.