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Cursed Vault: Riley Cruz, Book 4
Stealing magical artifacts was supposed to be my golden ticket, not a death sentence.
Securing a dangerous book of spells should’ve earned me some time off and a fat bonus. I’d hoped to spend my days breaking in the new climbing wall at G.O.A.T. headquarters, hanging out with a hot alpha werewolf, and planning my next karaoke set.
Instead, the Enclave hands me a ten-day ultimatum and a job hunting a cursed artifact that got their last two thieves killed. When the search turns up clues about my parents, I’ll do whatever it takes to discover who I am—even if it takes blood magic to do it. Being a null was bad enough. What I am is worse. Unless I get a handle on this magic, my freedom won’t be the only thing at risk.
The more I unravel my past, the more I discover I’m not the only one keeping secrets. And if this prophecy is right, that artifact I’m hunting is the only thing standing between us and the demons waiting to lay waste to our world.
Cursed Vault is the fourth book in the Riley Cruz series about a goat shifter who steals magical artifacts. If you like fun, fast-paced urban fantasy with quirky characters and a dose of slow-burn romance, this is the book for you.
Securing a dangerous book of spells should’ve earned me some time off and a fat bonus. I’d hoped to spend my days breaking in the new climbing wall at G.O.A.T. headquarters, hanging out with a hot alpha werewolf, and planning my next karaoke set.
Instead, the Enclave hands me a ten-day ultimatum and a job hunting a cursed artifact that got their last two thieves killed. When the search turns up clues about my parents, I’ll do whatever it takes to discover who I am—even if it takes blood magic to do it. Being a null was bad enough. What I am is worse. Unless I get a handle on this magic, my freedom won’t be the only thing at risk.
The more I unravel my past, the more I discover I’m not the only one keeping secrets. And if this prophecy is right, that artifact I’m hunting is the only thing standing between us and the demons waiting to lay waste to our world.
Cursed Vault is the fourth book in the Riley Cruz series about a goat shifter who steals magical artifacts. If you like fun, fast-paced urban fantasy with quirky characters and a dose of slow-burn romance, this is the book for you.
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Published May 14, 2025
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August 22, 2025
If there is anyone who knows about "going rogue", it would be Riley Cruz--a young goat shifter in a world of wolves. She doesn't let ANY alpha boss her around...except maybe one, when they are in private...
While most of Riley's adventures focus more directly on her jobs hunting demon artifacts for the Enclave, in this book, the job takes a bit of a backseat to events happening closer to home. She has finally gotten her G.O.A.T. headquarters (and her personal living space) renovated just the way she has always dreamed of having it, and is excited to relax for a little while with her closest friends (who double as her heist crew). Unfortunately a former Kansas City wannabe alpha and the High Priestess of the local witch coven both have other ideas for her. Thankfully, Riley's crew always has her back, and together they are able to put together the pieces of who is attacking local shifters, while trying to find a way to keep the High Priestess Martha from stealing Riley's home from under her and confining her to coven rules and restraints, as well as discovering clues about the bombing that took Riley's apartment from her in the first place.
There is also a relationship "drama bomb" between Max and Riley! 😱🤯
As usual, the side characters steal the show in this one: The Stitch Witches are up to their usual #chaosandshenanery (think the Golden Girls, but with magic) and Garth the rooster learns some sweet dance moves! Nash and his guitar get everyone tongue-tied. And Dez...well, he is just as nerdy and lovable as ever. 🧡🧛🤓
On one hand, I can't WAIT for the final book to come out on audio, but at the same time, I am going to be sooooo sad when Riley's arc is over.
While most of Riley's adventures focus more directly on her jobs hunting demon artifacts for the Enclave, in this book, the job takes a bit of a backseat to events happening closer to home. She has finally gotten her G.O.A.T. headquarters (and her personal living space) renovated just the way she has always dreamed of having it, and is excited to relax for a little while with her closest friends (who double as her heist crew). Unfortunately a former Kansas City wannabe alpha and the High Priestess of the local witch coven both have other ideas for her. Thankfully, Riley's crew always has her back, and together they are able to put together the pieces of who is attacking local shifters, while trying to find a way to keep the High Priestess Martha from stealing Riley's home from under her and confining her to coven rules and restraints, as well as discovering clues about the bombing that took Riley's apartment from her in the first place.
There is also a relationship "drama bomb" between Max and Riley! 😱🤯
As usual, the side characters steal the show in this one: The Stitch Witches are up to their usual #chaosandshenanery (think the Golden Girls, but with magic) and Garth the rooster learns some sweet dance moves! Nash and his guitar get everyone tongue-tied. And Dez...well, he is just as nerdy and lovable as ever. 🧡🧛🤓
On one hand, I can't WAIT for the final book to come out on audio, but at the same time, I am going to be sooooo sad when Riley's arc is over.
March 11, 2026
Oh, how I love hanging out in Riley's world! She has rapidly become one of my absolute favorite protagonists. A goat shifter who loves her friends and snacks, fights through panic while appearing to be a total badass; her sense of humor and depth of emotion, the found family she has collected, and the amazing stories circling around her make her irresistible. Also GOAT SHIFTER. My favorite shifter ever. These characters are so well-written, even the unlikable ones. They feel so real and they grow and open up as the books go on. While this book could be read and enjoyed on its own, I don't want anyone to miss a single moment of Riley time. Maria McCann is the perfect narrator for Riley! Listening to the audiobook was pure joy!
March 29, 2026
Loved this book. The series just gets better and better!
July 3, 2026
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Good Narrator and story
Good Narrator and story
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