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Raven's Cliff #4

Raven's Curse

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Some ghosts don’t haunt—they hunt.



The first body appears in Raven’s Cliff on a night thick with fog and fear. Marked with a single number and staged with ritualistic care, it's only the beginning.



Sheriff Greer Hudson has seen violence before, but nothing like this. Each new victim carries another number. Each number another piece of a pattern she can’t yet decipher.



Chase Remington—former Air Force pararescueman and Raven’s Watch medic—recognizes the echo of a mission that went catastrophically wrong. Old scars rip open as he realizes the killer’s message isn’t random. It’s personal. One of their own has already fallen, and the numbers are counting toward something meant to destroy them.



Bound by duty and hunted by a past they’d rather forget, Greer and Chase must rely on each other to survive. But trust is dangerous—and exactly what the killer intends to exploit.



Because the killer isn’t just after blood.



He wants them to feel every wound, every loss, every failure—before the end comes.

414 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 4, 2025

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Elle James

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Award-winning author Elle James grew up as an air force military brat. She received her work ethic from her rock-solid father, her creative streak from her artistic mother and inspiration from her writing partner and sister, Delilah Devlin. As a former member of the army reserves and a current member of the air force reserves, she's traveled across the United States and to Germany, managed a full-time job, and raised three wonderful children. She and her husband have even tried their hands at ranching exotic birds (ostriches, emus and rheas) in the Texas hill country. Ask her, and she'll tell you what it's like to go toe-to-toe with an angry three-hundred-and-fifty-pound bird and live to tell about it!

Her adventures in the army and air force reserves, and the wild antics of her life on a small ranch in Texas give her fodder for mystery, suspense and humor in her writing. Elle writes gothic, paranormal mystery for the Harlequin Intrigue line and paranormal romantic comedy for Dorchester Publishing. A former manager of computer programming and project management professionals, Elle is happy she now has the opportunity to pursue her writing full time.

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Profile Image for Julia David.
2,503 reviews26 followers
October 31, 2025
What a way to end the series. I have really enjoyed this whole series. Chase has had a thing for Greer for a long time. When their friend, Rhett, finally starts coming out of his coma, Chase figures it is time for him to make a move. But, before the team can celebrate, Chase goes on a call with Greer and they find Rhett, out of the hospital, dying. When others are killed and clues left behind, they know that someone is targeting the team. Now Greer could be a target too, just because of the way Chase feels about her. Does it all have to do with a mission gone wrong? They need to find out quickly, before more bodies show up. All the men left behind were supposed to be dead, can it be one of them? Did they survive somehow?
Profile Image for Gladys.
14k reviews162 followers
November 3, 2025
This book was incredible and wow, what a finish to this can't miss series. This with riveting drama and suspense, this book held me in a fierce grip and kept me up way too late. Chase and Greer’s story is the complete package that sends chills down your spine just as easily as it engages your emotions. If you haven't started this series yet there is no better time than right now.
Profile Image for Miranda.
9 reviews
November 13, 2025
I felt like I was supposed to know who Nick was? I couldn’t remember
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462 reviews16 followers
November 3, 2025
I absolutely adore this wonderful series by Elle James and Kris Norris. My attention was riveted from the very first book and hasn’t dwindled one iota since.

I’ve been waiting for Chase and Greer’s story from the beginning. You could tell by the tension between them that their story was going to be mind blowing and it didn’t disappoint.

One thing I love with series is seeing where life takes past characters after their own HEA and Elle James and Kris Norris portray this perfectly.

This book is full of heart ache and suspense, action and the love of found family wraps you tightly in its web and takes you on an unforgettable journey you won’t ever want to leave.

Chase is a protector through and through. I wanted to teach through the pages of the book and hug him when my heart broke for the guilt and pain he’s been living with. He’s a man of honour, a man of action and a man who deserves the love he aches for with the woman of his dreams.

I love the bond he has with his found family. Their teasing camaraderie and unconditional love and support of each other is so heartwarming. I also love the addition of Nyx in every book. she brings a little extra something to each book in this series that contributes to the breathtaking depth and maelstrom of emotions that never fail to knock you on your backside.

Greer is a wonderful kickass character. She protective of her town and the people within it. She has a huge responsibility that she manages seamlessly. She’s strong and dedicated and has a backbone of steel. She’s one heck of a vibrant, strong character and the perfect partner for Chase.

I loved every word, every emotion portrayed in the pages of this book and can’t recommend highly enough.

Thank you Elle James and Kris Norris. Once again you have delivered the perfect story in a way no one else can.
3,556 reviews40 followers
November 4, 2025
We are back in Raven’s Cove where former elite military men and best friends , have made a home. All are members of Raven’s Watch, a search and rescue team created by a former commander.
Little by little these tough men have found strong women to become their partners. The last single man is Chase Remington . A former Air Force pararescueman and medic . Chase has been attracted for the past year to Sheriff Greer Hudson . But she has walls that have been hard to break.
When a former member of their military team and other bodies start to appear, all with numbers carved in their bodies, it seems someone is trying to get revenge from a mission that went astray. Especifically, revenge against Chase.
As sheriff, Greer is involved in solving the problem and the deaths. Can Chase keep her safe while showing Greer he has feeling for her? Will Greer open her heart after all the losses and trust issues she’s experienced?
In this action packed, suspense romance, the team comes together once again.
We get to spend time with not only the main characters, but with the entire team of Raven’s Watch.
From the first page to the last, readers will be engaged in the plot and the characters. This reader specially enjoyed seeing the portrayal of strong female characters.
Even though it’s the last story of the series, I do hope we’ll get to see these characters find a cameo part in future series.
I was entrusted a copy of this book. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
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782 reviews
November 16, 2025
The most suspense, plot twists, and non-stop action I have ever had the pleasure of reading!

Raven's Curse, book four in the Raven's Cliff series by the talented writers, Elle James and Kris Norris, blew a hole through my strict insomnia prevention protocol. Who can sleep when there is a killer on the loose? From the first page to the last, I was too captivated by the story to consider sleeping! Action, nerve-wracking suspense, and intense emotional impact, this novel has it all. Raven's Curse was so magnificent, I was tempted to read it all over again!
The only reason I didn't was that part of the fun is figuring out who the killer was. What a surprise that was! Elle and Kriss's creative talents kept me guessing till the end! Well done, ladies!

Greer and Chase aren't just great main characters; they are fated partners. Both are very well-developed individuals, but together they were unstoppable. Reading their adventure, I could finally understand how some people seem to complete each other. Greer filled and smoothed Chase's rough edges. And Chase filled in all of Greer's empty spaces. They were an unforgettable team with a swoon-worthy love story.

The writing, the plot line, and the incredible creativity of Elle James and Kris Norris make Raven's Curse one of the most exciting suspense romances I have read in years. I can only hope to see more from this collaboration in the future.
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3,392 reviews7 followers
November 28, 2025
Be the light for someone

Greer and Chase. This story starts of with a series high with an immediate whiplash to a series low. I never expected a good outcome for Rhett but the way this happened…gutted…I had to put the book down for a bit. So kudos for great character and world building and booooo for Rhett. Greer has been fascinating all series and now all of Chase’s ghosts are up front and loud. The identity of who was involved in the crimes that are occurring was not surprising based off the look back at that event and the focus on Chase at the beginning, but the delivery and evilness was vivid and felt. All the couples were present and I enjoyed how the stories also looked at how amazing the women are and why they brought to the series, couple and group. Atticus and Buck were a hoot and I love having them in the stories as they add experience, character and a bit of craziness and/or humor. Bodie and Nick were both interesting and more present so I was excited to see a spin off coming with them, though I am confused on the deputy be security angle? A great read and the ending was superb …for the team and for the sadness the beginning brought.
579 reviews32 followers
November 4, 2025
Outstanding. This is Chase and Greer's story, and it will have you holding your breath. The roller coaster ride begins at the very start, and the twists and turns keep coming throughout the story.
Chase Remington and Sheriff Greer Hudson have been dancing around each other since he came to Raven's Cliff as a team member of the Raven's Watch. As the story unfolds, they will find out they have more in common than just Raven's Cliff. It will take this whole team of brothers to get through this, as Chase's demons from his last mission weigh heavily on his shoulders. Sheriff Greer Hudson has been running the Sheriff's department short-handed, and after the case involving a sonar weapon, she's exhausted. What happens next is nothing she or the Ravens' watch team could have expected. To get through this, Chase and Greer will need each other.
Exceptional romantic suspense, I enjoyed this conclusion to the series. I know this is the last book in this series, but Elle James and Kris Norris should definitely write more!
2,297 reviews18 followers
November 4, 2025
Sheriff Greer and Chase have been dancing around each other for many months, neither making the move until one night Chase decides it’s time. Luckily for him Greer is all in but their timing couldn’t be worse, their new relationship is tested, murders that are connected to one or both of them, puts a strain on them. Greer is running ragged, on empty most days, her deputies and Chase’s team are targeted and both are haunted by a past that makes it difficult to move forward. The killer is hitting close, and now Greer is in the crosshairs along with Chase….it will take the whole team and an unlikely ally to bring them all home in one piece.
A great read with plenty of suspense, murder, surprises, twists and turns, secrets revealed and great characters. Loved these two, once all in no more second guessing, running away or over the top drama. Story flowed beautifully, descriptions were spot on and I couldn’t stop flipping.
*I voluntarily read an advanced copy and expressed my honest opinion*
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1,889 reviews27 followers
November 3, 2025
This book tore at my emotions, shredded my heart and kept me awake tossing and turning. Yes there is closer and happiness, but man oh man. I had a distinct idea of the perp. I wasn't wrong, but I was because it was so much more. Sheriff Greer has tenacity, strength and can do them tequila shots, along with taking everything on her shoulders. Whose better than Chase our Para rescue medic who takes all his loses as his own fault. Raven's Curse welds a fast paced twisty story with heart, emotions, fears and some love and smiles. @KrisNorris @ElleJames please, please let us revisit for the others. I highly recommend grabbing all 4, plopping yourself in a comfy chair, bring your beverage of choice, Kleenex and maybe some smelling salts and enjoy. Thank you for the advanced copy! I freely share my honest thoughts and opinions. #RavensCurse #RavensCliff #ElleJames #KrisNorris #TwistedPage #Bookfunnel
6,531 reviews27 followers
November 5, 2025
Well this one is guaranteed to break your heart First we finally find out what happens to Rhett and if he will come out of the coma he has been in for the last year and then the danger hits and boy it is just hit after hot for the team as they have to circle the wagons to keep everyone safe Against this backdrop Chase finally gives into his feelings for Greer former FBI and now the local sheriff. He also realises that the bodies that are starting to stack up are a message for him and his team from a mission that went oh so wrong but he never realised that Greer also has a link to that mission Can they all survive or will they loose family to someone's revenge You will have to read to see but be prepared once you pick this book up you won't want to put it down until you turn the last page
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1,264 reviews9 followers
November 12, 2025
Greer and Chase

FMC: Greer Hudson, Sheriff
MMC: Chase Remington, Medic
Spice: 🌶️🌶️
Pages: 414
Tropes: Military Romance, Romantic Suspense, Thriller, First Responder Romance, Friends to Lovers, Mutual Pining
Setting: Raven’s Cliff, Oregon

Thoughts: This was a high suspense book. Both Greer and Chase had walls from their past trauma and guilt. The plot was exciting and action packed. I liked the push and pull between Greer and Chase. They both had their moments of doubt that they deserved to be happy and they both fought for each other in those moments. When one was down, the other became the anchor. They made a great couple and a great team. I have enjoyed reading the Raven’s Cliff team stories and I’m hopeful there will be a spin off with some of the characters who weren’t part of the rescue team but became a part of their extended, found family.
188 reviews1 follower
November 4, 2025

Gotta say, this one gave me anxiety:) All those people being killed back to back...whew. Raven's Curse Book 4 in the Raven's Cliff Series by Elle James and Kris Norris is aptly named. The main characters, Sheriff Greer and former Air Force pararescueman and medic Chase have a hard task in front of them when bodies start falling. Trying to stop the deaths, rekindle a simmering romantic flame between them, and attempting to hold on to their sanity...again, whew. And in an unexpected twist, Chase's past gets exposed and dragged into the light-giving me an ending that I hadn't expected. So did my anxiety get relief? Yup. I got my HEA. Good job Elle and Kris. I had no problem reading an reviewing this one.
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5,177 reviews52 followers
December 7, 2025
She's not afraid of being wrong...

... she's afraid of being right

FINALLY, Chase and Greer face their demons and leap, admitting their love and embracing it. It's still a rocky roller coaster as they both battle survivors guilt, ghosts from the past and those out for revenge. But who is the target? And how many innocents will pay with their lives before Greer, Chase and his team realise who is behind it? We have amazing highs, quickly followed by gut wrenching lows that steal your breath, unfair doesn't begin to describe it, especially when those paying the ultimate price have already paid so much.
This is an awesome finish to this series, and I look forward to the spin off series which is out early next year. I read this on Kindle Unlimited.
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1,887 reviews34 followers
October 30, 2025
Chase & Geer will have your adrenaline surging from the very first page. It’s a breathtaking rollercoaster of hope & heartbreak as danger closes in, testing their limits & tearing at your heart. The push & pull between them is electric, a tightrope dance of tension & desire that ignites into pure fireworks. Chase’s alpha protectiveness burns hot, fierce, & relentless, leaving you breathless as he fights for love & survival. Through it all, camaraderie, unbreakable bonds, & love beyond blood shine through the chaos. This finale wraps everything together perfectly, raw emotion, danger, & devotion, leaving you both satisfied & yearning for what comes next.
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1,036 reviews3 followers
November 4, 2025
A haunting, keep you on the edge of your seat story. Action, betrayal, and suspense. Greer is the Sheriff of Raven's Cliff and is understaffed. Chase and his team of former Air Force pararescuemen retired to Raven's Cliff after a mission went FUBAR. Chase and Greer are attracted to each other and dancing around it and both have emotional baggage that needs to be dealt with. A victim appears in the fog with a staged scene. Then more bodies start to appear. Who is killing people and why? Chase is determined to keep Greer safe as they work to solve the crimes. I read an arc of this book and this is my review.
143 reviews2 followers
November 4, 2025
This was another great book in this series. I hate to see the series end because I loved every one of the books in it This is Chase and Greer’s story, but it involves the whole Raven’s Watch team. The team is not related by blood, but they’re as close as any family. I love the camaraderie, the joking and the aid and support that they have for each other. This book has a lot of action, mystery, suspense, romance, and sad moments. I received an ARC for an honest review, and I loved it. I felt like I was right there with them. I was sad when they were sad and I rejoiced with them in the good times. This is a great book and I loved it. I recommend it!
717 reviews4 followers
November 5, 2025
This story is an emotional suspenseful romance with a couple of major plot twists you won’t see coming.

As the bodies begin to pile up Sheriff Greer Hudson and Chase Remington Raven’s Watch team medic join forces along with the Raven’s Watch crew to stop a madman. But he’s always one step ahead and he leaves deadly calling cards. The puzzles left behind don’t seem to fit together. Between the madman and the fire burning between Greer and Chase they just might all go up in flames! Can they stop him before it’s too late?
"Thank you for writing this story.”
1,200 reviews
November 4, 2025
Chase Remington former medic.
Greer Hudson is the Sheriff in Raven’s Cliff.

Chase and Greer have an attraction and chemistry they have been dancing around for awhile.
There are some incidents happening that are murder, chaos and mayhem.
Does this pertain to back to a previous mission that turned out FUBAR or is it something not related?
Can they solve the mystery and have a Happily Ever After?

This book has edge of your seat suspense, danger, intrigue chaos and twists and turns.

Excellent Jov Elle James and Kris Norris !!!!!!
Profile Image for Leanne ~ Tales From The Heart.
2,461 reviews26 followers
November 6, 2025
Chase is part of a rescue team and Greer is the local sheriff.
The bodies are piling up and appear to be connected to Chase's team. Clues are being left and the team seem to be able to connect it to a past failed mission. Another team were left behind due to circumstances and revenge is the key.
They both must rely on each other to survive and someone wants them wiped out.
Meanwhile the connection between these two is growing. Will they both survive to have a future?
This story was packed with action and danger and I couldn't put it down.
566 reviews3 followers
November 26, 2025
I am odd person out here. I just could not get into the book. Yes, there was a lot of action, most of it bad with dead bodies everywhere.

At chapter 13, I started reading just the first part of each chapter. It was the same stuff. Someone goes missing, then they are found dead. I never figured out the rescue of Greer. There was too much going on. I needed visuals not words.

Like another reader asked, who was Nick? I don't remember him in other books. He just seemed to appear in this one.

If the series continues I don't think I will continue reading. I have not enjoyed the series.
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3,627 reviews23 followers
November 4, 2025
I just finished Raven’s Curse in one sitting, and I can't rave enough about it! This book is an absolute page-turner from start to finish. The romantic suspense is woven seamlessly into an action-packed plot that kept me on the edge of my seat. The characters are compelling, the chemistry undeniable, and the twists and turns made it impossible to put down.

Elle James and Kris Norris have crafted a thrilling installment in this very compelling series. Every chapter pulled me deeper into the story, with high-stakes drama and heart-pounding moments that kept me guessing. Despite the intense suspense, the story wraps up with a satisfying, happy ending that left me smiling.

If you're a fan of gripping, action-filled romantic suspense, Raven’s Curse is a must-read.
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2,652 reviews11 followers
November 1, 2025
Outstanding post military action packed romantic suspense story. Chase and his friends make up a search and rescue team. They all served in the military. Greer is the towns sheriff and when bodies start piling up it’s her job with the help of the rescue crew to figure out what’s happening. It has gruesome murders, dangerous situations and life altering decisions. The characters and storyline are excellent. I look forward to reading more books by Ms James & Kris Norris.
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631 reviews29 followers
November 2, 2025
What a wonderful way to end a series. Given that each story was unique, this book with Chase as the main character was absolutely involving and breathtaking. I loved the unraveling of the story so much that I thought I was living this situation at first hand. I loved the bonding of the team and how they all felt so involved in this conundrum. Twists and turns guaranteed but love paved its way after so much grief.
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2,545 reviews29 followers
November 4, 2025
Raven’s Curse is book 4 in the Raven’s Cliff series by Elle James and Kris Norris and the final action packed story in this series!

Wow! What a way to end this series with lots of twists, turns, a rollercoaster ride from the get go, edge of your seat, betrayal, chemistry between the Chase and Greer, past they want to forget, emotional baggage and so much more!

I voluntarily read a copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
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2,205 reviews7 followers
November 12, 2025
I was lucky enough to get an ARC Copy of this book, and I voluntarily chose to review it. This is a well written story with awesome characters. This is one you will need to take your time with, or you will miss important things. This one has a lot of twists, and they make the story. You don't have to read the previous books in this series, but they do help you follow this story to the HEA you are looking for. I encourage everyone to go get this one it is worth your time.
33 reviews
December 27, 2025
Powerhouse writing throughout series

Ok so totally unfair to have this writing duo together on a series! Love both writers so doubling them together just isn't fair. Each book in this series has been outstanding. Each book did NOT allow me to go to bed on time as I couldn't put it down till I got to the end of each one. 4 books! 4 days! Little sleep each night because each book required to be finished in one day!!! Fabulous work ladies!
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4,356 reviews5 followers
October 31, 2025
This was an exceptional book. I was sad in some parts, scared for everyone in others. The story is constantly changing. Greer and Chase are butting heads, but it's because he's petrified something will happen to her. There's constant danger, the past coming back to haunt the guys. You won't want to much as this book. HEA
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525 reviews3 followers
November 2, 2025
Raven’s Curse is the perfect ending for the Raven’s Cliff series. Greer has finally decided Chase is the man for her in the final book of this intriguing series. As they are beginning their lives as a couple, their world literally explodes around them when a man from the past comes seeking revenge in this highly intensive novel. Grab the tissues!
894 reviews13 followers
November 4, 2025
RAVEN’S CURSE
RAVEN’S CLIFF
BOOK FOUR
ELLE JAMES
KRIS NORRIS
An intense action packed story that pulls at all of the emotions as you are pulled in from the start. What a way to end the series, but would love to know more about some of the characters. Greer and Chase have a lot to overcome. Can they do it in time ? A definite late night read.
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