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Drew Collins #4
The Mortal Affairs
A strange email from a college student pulls Mythical agents, Himora Clarke and Trevor Coleman, into a hidden world of doors, memory spells, and a powerful vampire family who’ll do anything to keep their secrets buried.
What begins as a simple lead unravels into a generational story meant to stay buried. Secrets that refuse to die, and sins that never stop feeding.
As our unlikely agents are pulled closer to each other, their bond stirs a darkness that could be the very thing that destroys them both just as it did once before.
What begins as a simple lead unravels into a generational story meant to stay buried. Secrets that refuse to die, and sins that never stop feeding.
As our unlikely agents are pulled closer to each other, their bond stirs a darkness that could be the very thing that destroys them both just as it did once before.
513 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 9, 2025
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August 19, 2025
This book was so fucking GOOD!!!!!! I enjoyed it all the way through. There was never a boring moment! I can’t wait for the next book! 😩
August 10, 2025
I know that many of you were introduced to @Granger via Maggie Grey. I strongly suggest you take the time to also explore her entire catalog.
As a Patreon girlie, I've had the pleasure (and stressor) of reading along in real time as she's worked out the Mortal Affairs storyline. I can't say enough about how amazing her brain is as each book release just blows my mind even more. She leaves you wondering how does she come up with these storylines. Anywho, if your wondering what happens when a peculiar Fae, an annoyingly cocky shifter/mimic and a few witches team up to investigate cases, well this is the story for you. As always the First Family is consistently in the middle of drama and cover-ups but this just might be their messiest secret of them all.
Will you be reading the Mortal Affairs? if so, buckle up and enjoy the ride. Take it nice and slow. You might even find yourself uncovering a few breadcrumbs that lead you right back to DCU and the Underground. Be prepared, this one has a real BITE to it 😉
As a Patreon girlie, I've had the pleasure (and stressor) of reading along in real time as she's worked out the Mortal Affairs storyline. I can't say enough about how amazing her brain is as each book release just blows my mind even more. She leaves you wondering how does she come up with these storylines. Anywho, if your wondering what happens when a peculiar Fae, an annoyingly cocky shifter/mimic and a few witches team up to investigate cases, well this is the story for you. As always the First Family is consistently in the middle of drama and cover-ups but this just might be their messiest secret of them all.
Will you be reading the Mortal Affairs? if so, buckle up and enjoy the ride. Take it nice and slow. You might even find yourself uncovering a few breadcrumbs that lead you right back to DCU and the Underground. Be prepared, this one has a real BITE to it 😉
August 14, 2025
Granger can write the hell out of a story. I really wish someone would pick this series up for a movie or two or even a tv series. It’s just that good. Can’t wait to head back to Drew Collins.
May 11, 2026
I am a BIG Granger/Drew Collins University/Maggie Grey fan and have had this audio book on preorder for ages. I was definitely worth the wait, though not what I expected.
This book departs from our main storyline where we've been following Maggie and her tight group of friends (and lovers) as they attend Drew Collins U (a HBU under Atlanta for magical POC) and focuses on Himora Clarke, who heads (well, she's basically the only member of) the Mortal Affairs Office tied to the magical world where the other Maggie Grey books are set. This was a great parallel story that really fleshed out the world. Himora is a great MFC. I love her social awkwardness (basically she's magically autistic) and her quirks and how Trevor learned to more than appreciate her. Trevor was annoying AF at first but he ended up being important not to just Himora's story but the Maggie Grey world at large. I can't wait to see where Granger is going to take us now. These books are fantastic! I highly recommend!
This book departs from our main storyline where we've been following Maggie and her tight group of friends (and lovers) as they attend Drew Collins U (a HBU under Atlanta for magical POC) and focuses on Himora Clarke, who heads (well, she's basically the only member of) the Mortal Affairs Office tied to the magical world where the other Maggie Grey books are set. This was a great parallel story that really fleshed out the world. Himora is a great MFC. I love her social awkwardness (basically she's magically autistic) and her quirks and how Trevor learned to more than appreciate her. Trevor was annoying AF at first but he ended up being important not to just Himora's story but the Maggie Grey world at large. I can't wait to see where Granger is going to take us now. These books are fantastic! I highly recommend!
August 17, 2025
Where do I start?
I’m going to first state the obvious. This ominous piece of work was an absolute masterpiece. Granger should hold a master class on how to properly cast out a story and reel it all the way back in. The way she is expanding the Underground universe is impressive to say the least and I am salivating and quite literally on my knees begging for more.
Going into this, I genuinely had no idea what to expect. I went in with the mindset of disconnecting Drew Collins but honestly, that wasn’t necessary. The best way to describe it is this was the background noise that plays all throughout the Drew Collins series. The stuff we weren’t privy to. The explanations we needed came to play all while creating a new story with different perspectives. I can’t get over how perfectly executed this was. Oh to be inside the mind of Granger.
I honestly wasn’t expecting any romance at all. Granger said she wanted that aspect to take a back seat, but for some reason I was feeling it. It didn’t make me feel like I usually do and I thought that was kind of cool? It was very much so different. Everything about this was different and that’s what makes these books the best.
The merger between Drew Collins and the Mortal Affairs Department is seriously going to be something epic.
Now would I say this was a prequel? No I would not and here’s why—
Although it is possible to follow the story as a standalone, and I guess you could read it without reading Drew Collins, I feel like that create a cloud of confusion. This story was already hard enough to follow so I couldn’t imagine reading this without attending Drew Collins first.
I’m going to first state the obvious. This ominous piece of work was an absolute masterpiece. Granger should hold a master class on how to properly cast out a story and reel it all the way back in. The way she is expanding the Underground universe is impressive to say the least and I am salivating and quite literally on my knees begging for more.
Going into this, I genuinely had no idea what to expect. I went in with the mindset of disconnecting Drew Collins but honestly, that wasn’t necessary. The best way to describe it is this was the background noise that plays all throughout the Drew Collins series. The stuff we weren’t privy to. The explanations we needed came to play all while creating a new story with different perspectives. I can’t get over how perfectly executed this was. Oh to be inside the mind of Granger.
I honestly wasn’t expecting any romance at all. Granger said she wanted that aspect to take a back seat, but for some reason I was feeling it. It didn’t make me feel like I usually do and I thought that was kind of cool? It was very much so different. Everything about this was different and that’s what makes these books the best.
The merger between Drew Collins and the Mortal Affairs Department is seriously going to be something epic.
Now would I say this was a prequel? No I would not and here’s why—
Although it is possible to follow the story as a standalone, and I guess you could read it without reading Drew Collins, I feel like that create a cloud of confusion. This story was already hard enough to follow so I couldn’t imagine reading this without attending Drew Collins first.
September 9, 2025
Definitely a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5! This story went so well with the Drew Collins series even thought its a completely different story. I loved Himora down bad she was so interesting with addressing her disability yet still trying to function in her world. I still need to understand the dancing and Trevor becoming obessed with her so fast when just a page before he couldnt stand her lowkey. Im also interested in why Trevor and Adrian made a certain decision in the end. So much to unpack in this book but over all I really enjoyed it.
August 23, 2025
I do not know where to start. I felt like I was in a whole new story with no ties to the Maggie Grey series even though there is a connection. The Mortal Affairs is wonderful. It is filled with magic, ancestors, history, a bit of romance, deception, discovery, revenge, and is just an all-around page turner. So many layers are pulled back that answer questions about the first family but also this new family emerging, and the friend group is a good time. Himora is beautiful, absorbed in routine, but meeting Trevor has not only helped her discover more of herself, she has helped him release who he really is and babyyy, he sure is a force of nature. His true self, Adrias, is going to cause mayhem and I really want to see what it is like once he finds his sister. I was not expecting Himora to be turned into a vampire. It seems like it jumped ahead and we missed a few things. Ace, Trevor’s best friend, grew on me because for a moment I thought he was going to be an enemy, but he can stay. I was expecting him to have a love connection with the wonderful Nessa, but hello Audrey. Nessa is such a key piece of the story and I enjoy her discovering what happened in her family’s past, including her grandmother Lettie, as it runs so deep. There is just so much to talk about with this storyline that has me wanting to discuss random parts of the book, so to stop myself from rambling I will just say it is a great book that I want more of as soon as possible. Granger always makes sure we have a time and go on a journey with her novels and I am here to stay for the next one and however many she decides to write after that.
December 4, 2025
This book ate down! It took me about a week to finish because I wanted to read with intention and truly take in everything Granger was laying down. Her pen game never misses. I absolutely loved this entire new cast, yes, cast, because her books always feel like a movie. So well thought out and vivid.
I really didn’t think I was going to like Ace at first, but he ended up growing on me lol. And Wilhemina? She needs to be stopped immediately. I cannot wait for this new squad to collide with Maggie Grey and the crew!
I really didn’t think I was going to like Ace at first, but he ended up growing on me lol. And Wilhemina? She needs to be stopped immediately. I cannot wait for this new squad to collide with Maggie Grey and the crew!
November 7, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (yes, six out of five because five just isn’t enough)
I went into Mortal Affairs hesitant (no Maggie, no crew) but DARE I SAY… I might love Himora even more. And Trevor. And Ace. Every single one of them. Flawless.
If you love Maggie, don’t even think about skipping this one. Her presence runs deep in these pages, even if she’s just a whisper in the background. And Marvin Holmes? The deeper we go, the clearer it is.. that man is twisted in every possible way.
But let’s circle back to Himora. She gives neurodivergent energy in the best way ie blunt, analytical, and a little too real. I love how her mind works, and how she sees the world. Plus her chemistry with Trevor? *chefs kiss
This book was everything. I’m counting down until Himora’s and Maggie’s worlds officially collide.
👏👏👏
I went into Mortal Affairs hesitant (no Maggie, no crew) but DARE I SAY… I might love Himora even more. And Trevor. And Ace. Every single one of them. Flawless.
If you love Maggie, don’t even think about skipping this one. Her presence runs deep in these pages, even if she’s just a whisper in the background. And Marvin Holmes? The deeper we go, the clearer it is.. that man is twisted in every possible way.
But let’s circle back to Himora. She gives neurodivergent energy in the best way ie blunt, analytical, and a little too real. I love how her mind works, and how she sees the world. Plus her chemistry with Trevor? *chefs kiss
This book was everything. I’m counting down until Himora’s and Maggie’s worlds officially collide.
👏👏👏
October 9, 2025
The Mortal Affairs was so freaking good, it had me hooked from the very first page. Himora Clarke and Trevor Coleman’s chemistry is undeniable, the kind that simmers under every scene and keeps you holding your breath. Their connection runs deep, shaped by pain, purpose, and something dangerously familiar.
Granger did an incredible job weaving their story into the larger world, giving us a tale that feels both fresh and tied to the roots of the Drew Collins series. The mystery, the magic, the haunting sense of history repeating it all builds into a story that lingers long after you finish. This one definitely left me wanting more of Himora and Trevor’s world.
Granger did an incredible job weaving their story into the larger world, giving us a tale that feels both fresh and tied to the roots of the Drew Collins series. The mystery, the magic, the haunting sense of history repeating it all builds into a story that lingers long after you finish. This one definitely left me wanting more of Himora and Trevor’s world.
August 30, 2025
Okay so I feel like most of the other books in this series, this was a bit overwhelming. What I mean by that is so much was happening all at once. At the same time, I do appreciate questions that were answered from the rest of the series, questions I didn’t even think of. This was a clever addition to the series in my opinion but it did leave me with whiplash and a bit of confusion.
I liked it, didn’t love it. Would still recommend for anyone already in the series and want to know more.
I liked it, didn’t love it. Would still recommend for anyone already in the series and want to know more.
July 1, 2026
4.5⭐️
I love this series so much! I immersive read this one and It did take me a little while to get used to the male narrator’s voice. At times it felt a little over the top, but once I got into it, I was all in. This series keeps getting better with every book. The characters, the action, and all the twists had me wanting to know what was going to happen next. Every time I think I know where the story is going, Granger throws in something I didn’t see coming.
If you’re already invested in this series, this is definitely one you don’t want to miss. I can’t wait to see what happens next!
I love this series so much! I immersive read this one and It did take me a little while to get used to the male narrator’s voice. At times it felt a little over the top, but once I got into it, I was all in. This series keeps getting better with every book. The characters, the action, and all the twists had me wanting to know what was going to happen next. Every time I think I know where the story is going, Granger throws in something I didn’t see coming.
If you’re already invested in this series, this is definitely one you don’t want to miss. I can’t wait to see what happens next!
September 6, 2025
I’ve been in the worst reading slump and she brought me back! I love Granger so much! This book is such a wonderful story I hope she makes it its own mini series
April 3, 2026
4.5
I was not disappointed with the fascinating backstory of the Maggie Grey series. This is Book 4 in the series. The author #Granger expertly tied these characters to the First Family.
Just like the last three books on the series it ends with a possibility for a fifth book. I am looking forward to the next series of books.
I was not disappointed with the fascinating backstory of the Maggie Grey series. This is Book 4 in the series. The author #Granger expertly tied these characters to the First Family.
Just like the last three books on the series it ends with a possibility for a fifth book. I am looking forward to the next series of books.
March 28, 2026
all my stars! 🙇🏾♀️🙌🏾
Now that I’m all caught up, why do I feel the sudden urge to go back and start over from book one!🙇🏾♀️🙌🏾book four was everything - straight out of a movie!! I loved everything about Himora’s character - the quiet outcast who was unapologetically herself! Himora didn’t change who she was to fit in a box, and I appreciated that. The cute banter and progression of the relationship with Trevor was everything! It was like the jock who realizes the awkward girl he made fun of, was his true soulmate. 🥹the story as a whole was superb; it was witchy, spooky, secrets galore, found family, and many twists. The narrators delivered! There were even a few times I almost jumped out my skin, lol!😂 baby, Dr. Holmes has more secrets than a little bit - a whole philandering rolling stone!! Whew, don’t upset a dark witch, she may curse your whole bloodline - word to Mama Lettie 🤭😩🫠
Now that I’m all caught up, why do I feel the sudden urge to go back and start over from book one!🙇🏾♀️🙌🏾book four was everything - straight out of a movie!! I loved everything about Himora’s character - the quiet outcast who was unapologetically herself! Himora didn’t change who she was to fit in a box, and I appreciated that. The cute banter and progression of the relationship with Trevor was everything! It was like the jock who realizes the awkward girl he made fun of, was his true soulmate. 🥹the story as a whole was superb; it was witchy, spooky, secrets galore, found family, and many twists. The narrators delivered! There were even a few times I almost jumped out my skin, lol!😂 baby, Dr. Holmes has more secrets than a little bit - a whole philandering rolling stone!! Whew, don’t upset a dark witch, she may curse your whole bloodline - word to Mama Lettie 🤭😩🫠
August 31, 2025
MAD
The way this author weaves these stories should really be studied. A1 five stars across the board. I got questions but imma wait for DCU TO OPEN BACK UP
The way this author weaves these stories should really be studied. A1 five stars across the board. I got questions but imma wait for DCU TO OPEN BACK UP
December 22, 2025
I was not prepared for how good this book was going to be but it is Granger!
February 8, 2026
Forever A Fan!!
I cannot wait until these books are in physical form!! There are going at the top of the bookshelf ! Bravo Granger!! Freaking Bravo!!
I cannot wait until these books are in physical form!! There are going at the top of the bookshelf ! Bravo Granger!! Freaking Bravo!!
April 25, 2026
Entertaining from start to finish and by far my favorite of the series. I’m hoping another book is coming very soon! I enjoyed everything coming together and interconnecting the new and old characters, and clearing up some questions I wanted answered from the first book. So much history! Granger has me so invested in her pen.
September 8, 2025
Great book I feel it was a nice break from Maggie. Love how she brought the characters together hope they are in the next books too.
I wouldn’t recommend reading if you haven’t read first two. I recommend reading as close to other two as possible. Will definitely be reading the next book one of my favorite series. Hope it’s not too long of a wait patiently waiting impatiently
I wouldn’t recommend reading if you haven’t read first two. I recommend reading as close to other two as possible. Will definitely be reading the next book one of my favorite series. Hope it’s not too long of a wait patiently waiting impatiently
October 1, 2025
I I really can’t wait to see what else happens and how representations of the moon and the sun will show their self in this new baby. This story is so open. It can go several ways and I’m here for it
I love it and I love the references that are clearly shout outs to other authors disguised in the book in one of Jahquel J. 💥 🔫‘s books. She mentioned Quan, the cat in this snippet about DC Granger mentions holding razors in your mouth like my guy Quasim
I love it and I love the references that are clearly shout outs to other authors disguised in the book in one of Jahquel J. 💥 🔫‘s books. She mentioned Quan, the cat in this snippet about DC Granger mentions holding razors in your mouth like my guy Quasim
October 12, 2025
This book was phenomenal ! It had a little bit of everything in this book. It was a paranormal fantasy historical fiction thriller horror , EVERYTHING. Book was written beautifully. I vividly saw everything as I was reading it. Honestly everything I’ve read from Desiree/Granger has been amazing and she keeps out doing her self . All her books should be made a series or movie immediately
August 26, 2025
Literally a Movie!
MAD was literally a movie. I could picture each scene so vividly. This is an amazing read and I hope to see the crew during our next semester at DCU!
MAD was literally a movie. I could picture each scene so vividly. This is an amazing read and I hope to see the crew during our next semester at DCU!
January 6, 2026
Mood Review: I feel like that is the only way for me to give this a honest review. This book gave ALL of the vibes! It was so good! There is SO much to unpack here lol I need a family chart IMMEDIATELY. If you enjoyed the Maggie Grey series you will love this! 🖤
July 27, 2026
Yesss
I see why this is everyone’s favorite in the series….ughhhhhh loved Himora Clarke and Trevor and the whole gang and this added so much depth to this world. I can’t wait to read the next book. The audio was amazing!
I see why this is everyone’s favorite in the series….ughhhhhh loved Himora Clarke and Trevor and the whole gang and this added so much depth to this world. I can’t wait to read the next book. The audio was amazing!
July 29, 2026
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐…but somebody please hand me a damn family tree!
September 3, 2025
Enjoyed! Enjoyed! Want to see these characters continue on.
September 11, 2025
Perfection!
She wrote the hell out of this story! I can't wait to see more about the Agency, I'm picturing it like a TV show where each episode is new mystical mystery they solve. I don't know how she's going to do it, but I know she's going to bring Drew Collins and the Agency together at some point.
She wrote the hell out of this story! I can't wait to see more about the Agency, I'm picturing it like a TV show where each episode is new mystical mystery they solve. I don't know how she's going to do it, but I know she's going to bring Drew Collins and the Agency together at some point.
December 25, 2025
At this point, I think it’s safe to say I will happily follow Granger (or whatever name they feel like going by that day) into any world they create. No questions asked. Just give me the ticket because I’m going.
We meet Himora Clarke, a quirky little fae who is equal parts chaotic and lovable, and Trevor Coleman, a mimic with a past wrapped in secrets. The chemistry, the banter, the world-building it was all a good time. I stayed entertained from start to finish.
Now let me be honest about why this isn’t a full five stars. Toward the end, there’s a decision Himora makes that had me blinking at the page like, girl, really? It felt a bit outside of what her character would normally do. Not enough to ruin the story, but just enough for me to snatch a quarter of a star.
Other than that? I’m locked in. The magic, the mischief, the mystery it all ate. And I will absolutely be reading whatever comes next.
We meet Himora Clarke, a quirky little fae who is equal parts chaotic and lovable, and Trevor Coleman, a mimic with a past wrapped in secrets. The chemistry, the banter, the world-building it was all a good time. I stayed entertained from start to finish.
Now let me be honest about why this isn’t a full five stars. Toward the end, there’s a decision Himora makes that had me blinking at the page like, girl, really? It felt a bit outside of what her character would normally do. Not enough to ruin the story, but just enough for me to snatch a quarter of a star.
Other than that? I’m locked in. The magic, the mischief, the mystery it all ate. And I will absolutely be reading whatever comes next.
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