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The HellBeast King #12
The Hellbeast's Queen
Hope can be a dangerous thing.
It can be all consuming.
Can be the only thing you think about.
The only comfort you have when locked to the darkness of your own mind.
The hope to find light at the end of the tunnel.
A guiding hand to led you out of the nightmare.
But what of love?
For Ella it is the thing she clings onto when all that hope is lost.
A love that is always worth fighting for.
Even if it means losing everything.
Because love is worth the sacrifice for…
A HellBeast’s Queen.
It can be all consuming.
Can be the only thing you think about.
The only comfort you have when locked to the darkness of your own mind.
The hope to find light at the end of the tunnel.
A guiding hand to led you out of the nightmare.
But what of love?
For Ella it is the thing she clings onto when all that hope is lost.
A love that is always worth fighting for.
Even if it means losing everything.
Because love is worth the sacrifice for…
A HellBeast’s Queen.
296 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 30, 2025
172 people are currently reading
45 people want to read
About the author
Stephanie Hudson
203 books2,323 followersStephanie Hudson is a #1 Amazon bestselling Author. She had dreamed of being a writer ever since her obsession with reading books at an early age. What first became a quest to overcome the boundaries set against her in the form of dyslexia, has turned into a life's dream.
Afterlife is the first book in the series of 12 books, with the story of Keira and Draven becoming ever more complicated in a world that sets them miles apart. The Transfusion Saga will also be a 12 book series once book 12 is released in May 2021. Other spin -off books and series are also available with lots more planned.
When not writing, Stephanie enjoys chatting with her fans and spending time with her friends. Being with her loving family as much as she can including her wonderful daughter Ava, sons Jack and Halen and supportive husband and personal muse Blake, who is there for her no matter what.
Afterlife is the first book in the series of 12 books, with the story of Keira and Draven becoming ever more complicated in a world that sets them miles apart. The Transfusion Saga will also be a 12 book series once book 12 is released in May 2021. Other spin -off books and series are also available with lots more planned.
When not writing, Stephanie enjoys chatting with her fans and spending time with her friends. Being with her loving family as much as she can including her wonderful daughter Ava, sons Jack and Halen and supportive husband and personal muse Blake, who is there for her no matter what.
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July 1, 2025
So sad to see it end.
Amazing. But I really wish there was a longer epilogue. I needed more. Just a little more to show how all aspects of the story finished up. I feel like it was unfinished and that makes me more sad. I thought Transfusion cleaned up nice, but this left out so much.
Amazing. But I really wish there was a longer epilogue. I needed more. Just a little more to show how all aspects of the story finished up. I feel like it was unfinished and that makes me more sad. I thought Transfusion cleaned up nice, but this left out so much.
August 4, 2025
this last book was amazing. There has been elements of this series which I have hates (and felt like a money making plot at times to drag the series out) but the ending of Ella and Jared's story was absolute perfection I also loved the redemeption of Garmr as I did not expect that happening at all
The McBain brothers I adore and hope that Nero gets her own story as I LOVE her
The McBain brothers I adore and hope that Nero gets her own story as I LOVE her
July 1, 2025
Hellbeasts Quenn book 12
Wow!!!!!!!
Yes, Ella and Jared get their happy ever after. What a kick in the pants, though.
If you have read all the other books, then you will be ecstatic to read this. Alas, it ends in a cliffhanger to beat all other clifhangers...sorta.
Start with book 1 in the Hellbeast. Series. Yes...But no I mean BOOK #1 in the Afterlife series. Keira and Doms story. Then go to Transfusion Amelia and Lucius etc.
You will find that the last of the transfusion book will intermingled with the Hellbeast series as Amelia and Ella's stories are connected in the best of ways!
There are surprises and hmm and oh yeah and. Really. Really. Just OMG.!!!
Have fun reading and be prepared for a ome sleepless nights. And book hangovers.!
Wow!!!!!!!
Yes, Ella and Jared get their happy ever after. What a kick in the pants, though.
If you have read all the other books, then you will be ecstatic to read this. Alas, it ends in a cliffhanger to beat all other clifhangers...sorta.
Start with book 1 in the Hellbeast. Series. Yes...But no I mean BOOK #1 in the Afterlife series. Keira and Doms story. Then go to Transfusion Amelia and Lucius etc.
You will find that the last of the transfusion book will intermingled with the Hellbeast series as Amelia and Ella's stories are connected in the best of ways!
There are surprises and hmm and oh yeah and. Really. Really. Just OMG.!!!
Have fun reading and be prepared for a ome sleepless nights. And book hangovers.!
July 3, 2025
UNBELIEVABLE!!
After reading all the books/series written by Stephanie Hudson and loving them all, the Hellbeast Series was truly the emotional whirlwind I was not expecting. Many, many tears of sorrow and happiness and not being able to stop reading is a requirement for this so be warned. You will become so addicted to these characters that you can’t imagine not reading more of them. I can only thank the gods that Stephanie is this talented soul who knows exactly what we want in our alternate lives. I can only say that Hellbeasts and all the demons, etc connected to them have a clench hold on my heart that will never be released. xxx
After reading all the books/series written by Stephanie Hudson and loving them all, the Hellbeast Series was truly the emotional whirlwind I was not expecting. Many, many tears of sorrow and happiness and not being able to stop reading is a requirement for this so be warned. You will become so addicted to these characters that you can’t imagine not reading more of them. I can only thank the gods that Stephanie is this talented soul who knows exactly what we want in our alternate lives. I can only say that Hellbeasts and all the demons, etc connected to them have a clench hold on my heart that will never be released. xxx
July 6, 2025
Can't Believe It's the Last Book
The Hellbeast's Queen, book 12 is the last book of Stephanie Hudson's The Hellbeast series. Jared wants Ella to be his forever, but fate keeps tearing them apart. The last book in the series it's truly wonderful. All our favorite characters make an appearance. From start to finish you will not want to put it down. Through all the years and all the amazing different series these characters have come to mean so much to us, the readers. Mrs. Hudson, you are a truly gifted story teller with an imagination as big as the sky. Thank you for sharing your characters, your heart, your mind and your soul with us.
The Hellbeast's Queen, book 12 is the last book of Stephanie Hudson's The Hellbeast series. Jared wants Ella to be his forever, but fate keeps tearing them apart. The last book in the series it's truly wonderful. All our favorite characters make an appearance. From start to finish you will not want to put it down. Through all the years and all the amazing different series these characters have come to mean so much to us, the readers. Mrs. Hudson, you are a truly gifted story teller with an imagination as big as the sky. Thank you for sharing your characters, your heart, your mind and your soul with us.
July 8, 2025
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice Level: 3/5
I cannot believe this series is over. I enjoyed every single part of Ella and Jared's story and watching their love grow.
The amount of love and shocking moments I've gotten throughout this series was amazing. I will miss these people in the book.
I also just want to put across a special mention to Marcus. He has a soft spot in my heart. He's so funny and so caring for Ella and he just deserves the recognition.
The reason for giving the three stars is I just felt like Stephanie really rushed this book. You can 100% feel it specially at the end. It ended so quickly and caught me off guard which I'm genuinely disappointed because all of her other books were never like this. I really hope her short stories for Afterlife/Transfusion/Hellbeast will really redeem herself.
✔️ Hellbeast vs summoner queen
✔️ fighting a war
🐺📖👸🦴🪞🐍
Spice Level: 3/5
I cannot believe this series is over. I enjoyed every single part of Ella and Jared's story and watching their love grow.
The amount of love and shocking moments I've gotten throughout this series was amazing. I will miss these people in the book.
I also just want to put across a special mention to Marcus. He has a soft spot in my heart. He's so funny and so caring for Ella and he just deserves the recognition.
The reason for giving the three stars is I just felt like Stephanie really rushed this book. You can 100% feel it specially at the end. It ended so quickly and caught me off guard which I'm genuinely disappointed because all of her other books were never like this. I really hope her short stories for Afterlife/Transfusion/Hellbeast will really redeem herself.
✔️ Hellbeast vs summoner queen
✔️ fighting a war
🐺📖👸🦴🪞🐍
July 8, 2025
Sort of finished
To me I don't feel like their story is finished because we did not get their wedding or the pregnancy. So that was very disappointing to know I will still have to wait even longer for that book. What I didn't like about this one was still the overly worded chapters with too many descriptions of objects and clothing. That stuff just felt like filler to reach word count. I skipped over much of the story actually. The overly repetitive use of the phrase "which meant" kinda ruined the flow for me to the point I was counting how many times it was used. At this point this series seemed like a far cry from what she has previously published. It feels like the writing suffered in order to make a profit based on pages read instead of writing less and telling a productive story. Sadly after many loyal years of reading, this will be my last book
To me I don't feel like their story is finished because we did not get their wedding or the pregnancy. So that was very disappointing to know I will still have to wait even longer for that book. What I didn't like about this one was still the overly worded chapters with too many descriptions of objects and clothing. That stuff just felt like filler to reach word count. I skipped over much of the story actually. The overly repetitive use of the phrase "which meant" kinda ruined the flow for me to the point I was counting how many times it was used. At this point this series seemed like a far cry from what she has previously published. It feels like the writing suffered in order to make a profit based on pages read instead of writing less and telling a productive story. Sadly after many loyal years of reading, this will be my last book
August 5, 2025
OMG what a ride, an emotional roller coaster. I am sad to see this series come to an end, a good end but so much left unsaid, I would have loved for this to be a bit longer and clear up the other two major events.
If you want to emerge yourself in all that is Jared, the hellbeast king then start with After life where you are introduced to Dom & Kiera, then Transfusion, where you get Lucius and Amelia and finally hellbeast with Jarod and Ella. They all interconnect.
I can not wait for the box sets of all 3 series this will hopefully tie up some loose ends. Thank you Stephanie for another amazing series.
If you want to emerge yourself in all that is Jared, the hellbeast king then start with After life where you are introduced to Dom & Kiera, then Transfusion, where you get Lucius and Amelia and finally hellbeast with Jarod and Ella. They all interconnect.
I can not wait for the box sets of all 3 series this will hopefully tie up some loose ends. Thank you Stephanie for another amazing series.
July 1, 2025
“The Hellbeast Queen” ties all of the previous loose threads into one strand. Some unpredictable twists happen. Garmr, Markus, Ella's father and Hades play an important role.
There was only one chance for Ella and Jared to get their HEA. The two of them kept things exciting until the end. It was close.
The end came almost too quickly for me, so I'm looking forward to the promised Afterlife/Transfusion/Hellbeast short stories box set.
I also hope that Markus will find his HEA at some point. After this “action” he would have more than deserved it.
There was only one chance for Ella and Jared to get their HEA. The two of them kept things exciting until the end. It was close.
The end came almost too quickly for me, so I'm looking forward to the promised Afterlife/Transfusion/Hellbeast short stories box set.
I also hope that Markus will find his HEA at some point. After this “action” he would have more than deserved it.
July 2, 2025
Edge of your seat
Stephanie you did it again , all our characters we love in one book taking there part in this war .I didn't want this to end but brilliant story we love have to.The love Jared and Ella have is beautiful and it shows even more in this book ,through love ,pain and fear of what is to happen along there journey comes to one thing will they be strong enough to get where they are ment to be .This series is a must read where you will not be disappointed just like all of Stephanie Hudson books .
Stephanie you did it again , all our characters we love in one book taking there part in this war .I didn't want this to end but brilliant story we love have to.The love Jared and Ella have is beautiful and it shows even more in this book ,through love ,pain and fear of what is to happen along there journey comes to one thing will they be strong enough to get where they are ment to be .This series is a must read where you will not be disappointed just like all of Stephanie Hudson books .
July 5, 2025
It's an amazing book.
As usual, Stephanie delivered an amazing book. With all of the characters and all of the drama, what's not to love?
Jared spends his time trying to get Ella back, and Ella fights to get back to Jared. Of course, they have to fight bad demons and gods left and right. They finally get back together and win the war. This is the final book in this series, and I'm very sad to see it go.
Thanks, Stephanie, for such amazing books. I can't wait for the next series.
As usual, Stephanie delivered an amazing book. With all of the characters and all of the drama, what's not to love?
Jared spends his time trying to get Ella back, and Ella fights to get back to Jared. Of course, they have to fight bad demons and gods left and right. They finally get back together and win the war. This is the final book in this series, and I'm very sad to see it go.
Thanks, Stephanie, for such amazing books. I can't wait for the next series.
July 14, 2025
Sure, I get there may be a bit too much of eveything. But I love fantasy and a good storyline combined.
And that is what this series definitely does.
So, ok there is bit too much banter, at times just a little too snarky.. And a bit drawn out growling, sex scenes and the odd stupidity of the MFC. Bit it is still a great series to read of you get yourself over that. Unlike many other world building fantasy series, I am interested to learn more. I started this series first, because I did not know of this writer before. So I start afterlife now, and will see how I like it.
And that is what this series definitely does.
So, ok there is bit too much banter, at times just a little too snarky.. And a bit drawn out growling, sex scenes and the odd stupidity of the MFC. Bit it is still a great series to read of you get yourself over that. Unlike many other world building fantasy series, I am interested to learn more. I started this series first, because I did not know of this writer before. So I start afterlife now, and will see how I like it.
July 1, 2025
With a HUGE sigh and a few too many tears, one of my favorite series has come to and end... sort of. I must admit that I did and do truly love the way Stephanie Hudson weaves her stories and always finds a way to rip out your heart (and guts) along the way. The sneaky thrill of getting to meet some old "friends" is an unexpected pleasure. I can only find solace in the fact that I can go back many, many times and enjoy their antics over and over. Read this one and see what I mean.
July 2, 2025
Amazing finale to this series
Absolutely loved all of this series and what a great ending to it. The developing rollercoaster of horror and joy had me reading book after book just the same with Stephanie's other series. Great characters and great banter this is jam packed full of laughs, tears, spicy times, gobsmacking moments and horror
Thank you Stephanie for the amazing ride
Absolutely loved all of this series and what a great ending to it. The developing rollercoaster of horror and joy had me reading book after book just the same with Stephanie's other series. Great characters and great banter this is jam packed full of laughs, tears, spicy times, gobsmacking moments and horror
Thank you Stephanie for the amazing ride
July 15, 2025
What a ride...
To watch Jared and Ella fumble through their journey - the assumptions, the ignorance, it all created a churning roller-coaster of emotions. BUT... it was a rewarding ride.
Please know that none of these books are standalones, so be sure to start from the beginning.
AND Stephanie - thank you for continuing to master your craft as every series just builds and is better than the last.
To watch Jared and Ella fumble through their journey - the assumptions, the ignorance, it all created a churning roller-coaster of emotions. BUT... it was a rewarding ride.
Please know that none of these books are standalones, so be sure to start from the beginning.
AND Stephanie - thank you for continuing to master your craft as every series just builds and is better than the last.
July 1, 2025
Such a Fantastic Series
This series is well worth the read if you’re into paranormal. It’s moving, exciting, and heart wrenching. It will keep you on the edge of your seat turning pages.
I will suggest that if you haven’t read any of this author’s books, you should start with Afterlife.
This series is well worth the read if you’re into paranormal. It’s moving, exciting, and heart wrenching. It will keep you on the edge of your seat turning pages.
I will suggest that if you haven’t read any of this author’s books, you should start with Afterlife.
July 5, 2025
This Book Was So Amazing!
I can never get enough of Jared and Ella! This book was exciting and had so many twists and turns. This book kept me on the edge of my chair. It was beautifully written! Can't wait to see what Stephanie Hudson has for us next. Till then, I can't wait!
I can never get enough of Jared and Ella! This book was exciting and had so many twists and turns. This book kept me on the edge of my chair. It was beautifully written! Can't wait to see what Stephanie Hudson has for us next. Till then, I can't wait!
July 6, 2025
great series
Wow what a ride this book take you on it so wonderful and has you on verge of tears . This series was so good and I’m so sad it over as now I don’t know what to read next ?? I don’t think any other read can compare now . Must read this series it’s definitely a pleaser !! Enjoy the ride 😉❤️
Wow what a ride this book take you on it so wonderful and has you on verge of tears . This series was so good and I’m so sad it over as now I don’t know what to read next ?? I don’t think any other read can compare now . Must read this series it’s definitely a pleaser !! Enjoy the ride 😉❤️
July 6, 2025
The Hellbeast’s Queen-Loved it!!!
Ella and Jared’s series took us through all kinds of different wonderful adventures along with some heartache. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🌶🌶 This last book is full of all the people in Ella and Jared’s life. Ending in a wonderful HEA. I loved every page of these characters it’s the kind of series I would reread again and again.
Ella and Jared’s series took us through all kinds of different wonderful adventures along with some heartache. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🌶🌶 This last book is full of all the people in Ella and Jared’s life. Ending in a wonderful HEA. I loved every page of these characters it’s the kind of series I would reread again and again.
July 17, 2025
Thanks
Well Stephanie just as you have thanked all of us fans l want to thank you for this wonderful series
I've enjoyed the roller coaster ride from start to finish
The storyline kept me gripped throughout
The end was just a perfect happy ever after
Thoroughly enjoyed every single page of every single book
Once again thank you x
Well Stephanie just as you have thanked all of us fans l want to thank you for this wonderful series
I've enjoyed the roller coaster ride from start to finish
The storyline kept me gripped throughout
The end was just a perfect happy ever after
Thoroughly enjoyed every single page of every single book
Once again thank you x
July 28, 2025
Bittersweet
It’s so bittersweet!! I have been a loyal fan for three years and this is probably my favorite series out of all of them. I love the twists and turns and unexpected endings. You never know what’s going to happen. Spice is 2/5 but the story 5/5!!! Definitely loved it! Can’t wait to see what Stephanie writes for her future books.
It’s so bittersweet!! I have been a loyal fan for three years and this is probably my favorite series out of all of them. I love the twists and turns and unexpected endings. You never know what’s going to happen. Spice is 2/5 but the story 5/5!!! Definitely loved it! Can’t wait to see what Stephanie writes for her future books.
July 1, 2025
WOW you did it again Stephanie
Way to go Stephanie you had me up and down so emotionally torn just between crying and laughing I didn't know what I was doing next but my god what a book.
Way to go Stephanie you had me up and down so emotionally torn just between crying and laughing I didn't know what I was doing next but my god what a book.
July 2, 2025
As always Stephanie Hudson takes you on a ride and makes you feel all the feelings! I am sad that this is the last in this series but I know it's not the last we will hear from our Hellbrast King and Queen!
July 2, 2025
walked through hell and came out stronger
Wow what a way to end this series with a bang! I love Ella and Jared! So happy they got there happily ever after but it was definitely a wild and unexpected ride!
Wow what a way to end this series with a bang! I love Ella and Jared! So happy they got there happily ever after but it was definitely a wild and unexpected ride!
July 3, 2025
Wow
Wow, words can not express how wonderful you are to write this happy ending with tears still drying from earlier. What a wonderful author you are with amazing adventures with laughs galore. Definitely looking forward to reading short story boxset
Wow, words can not express how wonderful you are to write this happy ending with tears still drying from earlier. What a wonderful author you are with amazing adventures with laughs galore. Definitely looking forward to reading short story boxset
July 4, 2025
Wow just wow
From the tribute to a fan a the beginning to the very last page it was a fantastic read, I laughted, I cried and all other emotions in between. A brilliant book from start to finish
From the tribute to a fan a the beginning to the very last page it was a fantastic read, I laughted, I cried and all other emotions in between. A brilliant book from start to finish
July 8, 2025
All things promised!!!
Ohhh, what an ending!! It was EVERYTHING promised and more!!! Stephanie Hudson never disappoints!! This book puts you on a roller-coaster of emotion and only releases you at the perfect moment!!
Ohhh, what an ending!! It was EVERYTHING promised and more!!! Stephanie Hudson never disappoints!! This book puts you on a roller-coaster of emotion and only releases you at the perfect moment!!
July 22, 2025
Greatest books I've ever read!
You are truly one of my favorite authors. I can't put your books down and can't wait until the next one comes out. My favorite is the afterlife saga. I actually love them all..
You are truly one of my favorite authors. I can't put your books down and can't wait until the next one comes out. My favorite is the afterlife saga. I actually love them all..
August 29, 2025
Amazing read as always
I love the last book in the series. It tied all the loose ends and answers the questions we had. A surprise and twists. Wow loved every single minute of this book.
I love the last book in the series. It tied all the loose ends and answers the questions we had. A surprise and twists. Wow loved every single minute of this book.
September 11, 2025
I have really enjoyed reading this series (and the other related series). There are a good number of plot twists and turns, as with the other books by this author. I will be continuing to read Stephanie Hudson's books.
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