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Outcasts
Axton
I’ve been searching for her for years, the woman I call my angel, the woman that saved my life that day at my uncles funeral, the woman who didn’t judge me for my looks or my past. Yet, she disappeared without a trace, that is until she shows up at my mothers house as her new carer. Not only does she look like an angel, but she has the temper of a devil, the protectiveness of a lioness and is scared of something or someone. The problem is - she doesn’t recognise me, and she doesn’t trust anyone, especially men, so what can I do to make her trust again?
Seraphina
I love my job, my bestie, my D&D campaigns, I don’t need anyone else in my life, especially a certain someone who’s eyes I literally dream about if I’m not having my nightly nightmares. Axton Mitchell, the son of one of my clients, the criminal on a bike, the one who looks intimidating, but secretly has a sweet heart. The one who is slowly making me trust again. But can I truly give him all of me, or will he break me like everyone else in my life has.
I’ve been searching for her for years, the woman I call my angel, the woman that saved my life that day at my uncles funeral, the woman who didn’t judge me for my looks or my past. Yet, she disappeared without a trace, that is until she shows up at my mothers house as her new carer. Not only does she look like an angel, but she has the temper of a devil, the protectiveness of a lioness and is scared of something or someone. The problem is - she doesn’t recognise me, and she doesn’t trust anyone, especially men, so what can I do to make her trust again?
Seraphina
I love my job, my bestie, my D&D campaigns, I don’t need anyone else in my life, especially a certain someone who’s eyes I literally dream about if I’m not having my nightly nightmares. Axton Mitchell, the son of one of my clients, the criminal on a bike, the one who looks intimidating, but secretly has a sweet heart. The one who is slowly making me trust again. But can I truly give him all of me, or will he break me like everyone else in my life has.
226 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 8, 2025
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June 15, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
At time of reading, there were spicy chapters (🌶️.5)
I had the pleasure of reading Outcasts at its BETA stage and would like to thank the author for allowing me to read her work continuously 🫶🏻
Spoilers onwards:
This story follows Seraphina & Axton as the venture upon their new relationship, a budding friendship. But Axton has been trying to find her for several years now. Because at one of his lowest points in life, she gave him the courage to continue with her kind words.
Seraphina is working as a carer for the vulnerable, she loves her job but suddenly the business goes bust and she has to let go of her clients.. but maybe not all of them.
I enjoyed this story, little cheesy romcom, bit of drama and the sassiest, sneakiest, funniest older lady! Everyone will love Nancy!
This one’s a pretty quick read, we get some drama unfolding throughout from one particular side character, we get the funniest moments from Nancy, and we see a sweet, emotional relationship grow between Seraphina & Axton 💕
At time of reading, there were spicy chapters (🌶️.5)
I had the pleasure of reading Outcasts at its BETA stage and would like to thank the author for allowing me to read her work continuously 🫶🏻
Spoilers onwards:
This story follows Seraphina & Axton as the venture upon their new relationship, a budding friendship. But Axton has been trying to find her for several years now. Because at one of his lowest points in life, she gave him the courage to continue with her kind words.
Seraphina is working as a carer for the vulnerable, she loves her job but suddenly the business goes bust and she has to let go of her clients.. but maybe not all of them.
I enjoyed this story, little cheesy romcom, bit of drama and the sassiest, sneakiest, funniest older lady! Everyone will love Nancy!
This one’s a pretty quick read, we get some drama unfolding throughout from one particular side character, we get the funniest moments from Nancy, and we see a sweet, emotional relationship grow between Seraphina & Axton 💕
July 8, 2025
I was generously sent an ARC for this book; my opinions are entirely my own.
And unfortunately, this particular writing style isn't for me.
As someone who reads pretty much on the daily to unwind, and have been reading for most of my life, I can say that every once in a while, I sadly come across a book that just doesn't gel with me. Outcasts was it for me this year.
The bones of the story are actually solid and really good: a caregiver reunites with a man who took her words to heart during an unexpected meet-up years ago, and hasn't stopped searching for her since, calling her his 'angel' in private. They then meet again in similar-ish circumstances, recognize who they are (eventually), and start this road they're both on to wind through the story. Along the way, we meet a supporting cast of characters that also bring quite a lot of colour to the page, as well as drama like you'd expect in romance books.
All in all, this SOUNDS great on paper, and I was honestly hooked by the blurb while looking for new books to read, but actually sitting down and reading it ...
I humbly apologize for saying the writing style isn't for me. But while I don't exactly require Homeric epic verse to keep me entertained, I likewise WOULD prefer something a little more than "We won't do this, you're uncomfortable and don't feel ready. -'Okay.' -'Let's do this so I can show you what it's supposed to be like. -'Okay.'" With the conversation being about half a page apart.
This, by the way, is what we call paraphrasing and an exaggeration, before anyone comes after me with pitchforks.
Truth be told, I expected to at least be able to feel the emotions these characters feel, but with the writing being so short, sharp, no breathing room, just moving from one scene to the next, which is particularly jarring with all the drama that happens with one of the buddies' little sister later (and keeps happening ... over ... and over, for a while), because the main character goes from terrified to pissed off to protectively loving in the span of possibly a few sentences, which gave me whiplash.
I need more meat to my text, is what I'm trying to say. More showing, not telling, as far as emotions and scenes go. This all felt very cut and dry, and I didn't feel the love at all, which is sad because this is supposed to be about finding love and the family you've been craving all your life.
So, the bones are good. The execution leaves something to be desired.
I think, sadly, this author's work is just not for me.
And unfortunately, this particular writing style isn't for me.
As someone who reads pretty much on the daily to unwind, and have been reading for most of my life, I can say that every once in a while, I sadly come across a book that just doesn't gel with me. Outcasts was it for me this year.
The bones of the story are actually solid and really good: a caregiver reunites with a man who took her words to heart during an unexpected meet-up years ago, and hasn't stopped searching for her since, calling her his 'angel' in private. They then meet again in similar-ish circumstances, recognize who they are (eventually), and start this road they're both on to wind through the story. Along the way, we meet a supporting cast of characters that also bring quite a lot of colour to the page, as well as drama like you'd expect in romance books.
All in all, this SOUNDS great on paper, and I was honestly hooked by the blurb while looking for new books to read, but actually sitting down and reading it ...
I humbly apologize for saying the writing style isn't for me. But while I don't exactly require Homeric epic verse to keep me entertained, I likewise WOULD prefer something a little more than "We won't do this, you're uncomfortable and don't feel ready. -'Okay.' -'Let's do this so I can show you what it's supposed to be like. -'Okay.'" With the conversation being about half a page apart.
This, by the way, is what we call paraphrasing and an exaggeration, before anyone comes after me with pitchforks.
Truth be told, I expected to at least be able to feel the emotions these characters feel, but with the writing being so short, sharp, no breathing room, just moving from one scene to the next, which is particularly jarring with all the drama that happens with one of the buddies' little sister later (and keeps happening ... over ... and over, for a while), because the main character goes from terrified to pissed off to protectively loving in the span of possibly a few sentences, which gave me whiplash.
I need more meat to my text, is what I'm trying to say. More showing, not telling, as far as emotions and scenes go. This all felt very cut and dry, and I didn't feel the love at all, which is sad because this is supposed to be about finding love and the family you've been craving all your life.
So, the bones are good. The execution leaves something to be desired.
I think, sadly, this author's work is just not for me.
June 29, 2025
I was lucky enough to have got the chance to Arc read this book,after having read her first one and I am so thankful, I definately ate this book up! Nancy was an absolute hoot! You will absolutely fall in love with her just like I did. This book was a quick cute read! Watching the budding relationship between Axton and Seraphina was very enjoyable. I am so thankful that K.L Evans let me read another one of her books, I am excited for more in the future! If you searching for a quick read with a quirky old lady who just makes you laugh and an adorable start to a budding romance, then this is definately worth the read!
June 20, 2025
Outcasts is my first read by this author and is Seraphina and Axtons story. Seraphina is a caregiver and was given the job of caring for Axtons mother.
These two had met before and although Seraphina doesn't remember, she made quite an impact on Axton. He's been been seeking her out for years and he finally discovers Seraphina is the woman he's been looking for. Their journey is cute and funny and Axtons mom is hysterical. I enjoyed Outcasts and it's characters.
These two had met before and although Seraphina doesn't remember, she made quite an impact on Axton. He's been been seeking her out for years and he finally discovers Seraphina is the woman he's been looking for. Their journey is cute and funny and Axtons mom is hysterical. I enjoyed Outcasts and it's characters.
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