Forget hot flashes—this Monstrum warrior makes her burn.
Miranda thinks her days of passion are behind her—she’s a divorced, curvy, fifty-something English teacher deep in menopause who’s just trying to keep her daughter’s wedding on track. But when a General Bride Draft sweeps her into the arms of Korrath, a fierce Panther Monstrum from another universe, her world is turned upside down.
Tall, muscular, and devastatingly dominant, Korrath insists she is his Mature Elite—a rare woman entering herSecond Heat, ripe for pleasure, passion, and bonding. What follows is a whirlwind of forbidden desire, fated mates, and toe-curling pleasurethat makes Miranda question everything she thought she knew about love, lust, and age.
Will she surrender to his knot and let herself be bound to a Monstrum warrior forever? Or will she return to her ordinary human life, leaving behind the most earth-shattering passion she’s ever known?
If you fated mates age gap romance (older woman/younger man) curvy heroines and cinnamon roll heroes who worship them knotting & Second Heat alien warriors / monster romance steamy sci-fi romance with HEA …then you’ll devour Pleasured by the Panther, a spicy standalone Brides of the Kindred Monstrum novella.
**Author’s Note—I will be straight up with you—this short novella is way more spice than plot. Sorry, I blame my hormones. (Possibly I’m in my Second Heat.) So if you’re the kind of reader who skips over the spicy parts in a book, then this might not be for you. But if you like spice and kn0tting, and k1nky scenes with huge, anthropomorphic panthers and pleasure plants you can use as s3x toys, then come have some fun with me. ; ) Hugs, Evangeline
Evangeline Anderson is a registered MRI tech who would rather be writing. And yes, she is nerdy enough to have a bumper sticker that says “I’d rather be writing.” Honk if you see her! She is thirty-something and lives in Florida with a husband, a son, and two cats. She had been writing erotic fiction for her own gratification for a number of years before it occurred to her to try and get paid for it. To her delight, she found that it was actually possible to get money for having a dirty mind and she has been writing paranormal and Sci-fi erotica steadily ever since.
Captivating reading, strong character and a plot that will hold reader riveted Miranda is a fifty-year-old woman that is recently divorced and is taking a strong second chance at what life has to offer now that she is divorced and on the early end of fifty, She is currently trying to keep her daughter’s wedding planning on time and on budget, truly trying to be the best mother she can and ensure her daughter had the wedding she dreamed of. Miranda had then been pushed into things in the past but now she was determined that she was going to put her fifty something years to its best use. Imagine her surprise when she had been matched with a tall muscular Panther Monstrum by the name of Korrath, he is from a different universe and she found this somewhat captivating. The interaction between the couple is immediate and the pleasure Miranda feels is immediate and their feeling of the bond between them and the fated mate bond is the way a feeling of desire grew between them and she knew she would not be the same since she had met Korrath. The interactions between each of them was special and ensured that her life would be forever changed if she wished it. This is a wonderful heartfelt read and I guarantee that others will enjoy this book as much as myself, this has been a truly wonderful read and guarantee others will enjoy this book as much as myself. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and look forward to reading any future publications; keep up all the wonderful writing.
Pleasured by the Panther is a sizzling, heartwarming, and delightfully empowering read that grabbed me from the first chapter and didn’t let go!
This story is all about second chances, unexpected connections, and embracing life at any age. Miranda is strong, relatable, and navigating a major turning point in her life and just when she thinks she’s got things under control, the universe throws her something (or someone) completely unexpected. What follows is a passionate, emotional, and wildly captivating journey that had me flipping pages late into the night.
The connection between Miranda & Korrath? Instant chemistry. Deep emotional pull. And that signature fated mate magic that fans of this genre live for. It's intense without being rushed, spicy without overshadowing the heart of the story.
And I must shout out one side character in particular an absolute scene stealer who had me laughing out loud and cheering from the sidelines. We all need an Aunt Marge in our lives. 😉
This book has it all: charm, heat, heart, and a hero you won’t soon forget. Whether you're a longtime fan of the Monstrum series or diving in for the first time, this story stands strong on its own and delivers everything you'd hope for in a paranormal romance.
📌 As always, my reviews are 100% voluntary and uncompensated. These thoughts are completely my own and I genuinely loved this read!
Listen… this was a delight to read. I loved everything about Miranda and Korrath and I pray that the next book will give sweet Thryxis and Susan their own book. But I don’t know if what Libby has is an old version because there were some spelling errors and grammatical errors that made me go “huh?”, but that’s not major issue I’m not even checking my own grammar here 😆.
I just love this book it was sweet and funny, I just wish there was more time to talk about Miranda’s personal desires since this was about a middle aged woman taking back the years that was stolen by her husband. All I know about her is that she felt insecure because of her age and her husband, that she loves her daughter, and that she is a teacher. Tell me how I was SHOCKED to find out she is an artist and we don’t find out about it until after the wedding and it was Korrath that mentions it because he saw the paintings in his dreams?! I want to know more about Miranda and Korrath personally just like how they explicitly let me know about them physically 😭.
But this will live in my head rent free and I will come back to it and hope that Libby had saved all my highlights 🤣.
Korrath et Miranda Guerrier Panther Monstrum (guerrier Felinus) et humaine ordinaire
Hanna Slocum (fille de Miranda) Susan (sœur aînée de Miranda) Thryxis (tailleur-araignée Monstrum)
Interessant. J’ai adoré leur relation. Sans plus. Un peu fade et long. 📖 Oubliez les bouffées de chaleur : ce guerrier Monstrum la fait brûler.
Elle avait seulement l'intention de survivre à la semaine du mariage de sa fille.
Au lieu de cela, elle a été revendiquée par un guerrier Panther Monstrum .
Miranda pense que ses passions sont derrière elle. Professeure d'anglais divorcée, pulpeuse et quinquagénaire, elle est en pleine ménopause et essaie simplement de maintenir le mariage de sa fille sur les rails. Mais lorsqu'un projet de mariage la plonge dans les bras de Korrath, un féroce Monstrum Panthère venu d'un autre univers, son monde bascule.
Grande, musclée et terriblement dominante, Korrath affirme être son Élite Mature – une femme rare entrant dans sa Seconde Chaleur, mûre pour le plaisir, la passion et l'attachement. S'ensuit un tourbillon de désirs interdits, de partenaires prédestinés et de plaisirs à glacer le sang qui pousse Miranda à remettre en question tout ce qu'elle croyait savoir sur l'amour, le désir et l'âge.
Va-t-elle céder à son lien et se laisser lier à jamais à un guerrier Monstrum ? Ou retournera-t-elle à sa vie humaine ordinaire, abandonnant derrière elle la passion la plus bouleversante qu'elle ait jamais connue ? 📚
🖋 La vieille prêtresse se redressa.
« Je vous l’ai dit, il n’y a pas d’excuses ! Votre fille aurait dû se retirer de notre conscription si elle ne souhaitait pas venir sur le Vaisseau- Mère Monstrum . Vous devez… »
À ce moment précis, le Monstrum panthère que Miranda avait étudié plus tôt s'approcha et murmura quelque chose à l'oreille de la prêtresse.
« Hein ? Qu’est -ce que vous dites ? » La vieille prêtresse se tourna vers lui en fronçant les sourcils. « En êtes -vous certain ? »
La panthère Monstrum hocha fermement la tête et murmura quelque chose d'inaudible pour Mirdanda .
« Très bien. » La prêtresse acquiesça et se retourna pour reprendre la parole au micro. « Nous avons une offre à vous faire… quel est votre nom ? » demanda-t-elle en fronçant les sourcils à Miranda .
« Miranda Slocum . » Elle aurait aimé reprendre son nom de jeune fille, Whitaker , mais pour l'instant, elle devait encore porter son nom d'épouse. « Je suis la mère d'Hanna », répéta-t-elle pour être sûre.
« Eh bien, eh bien, Miranda Slocum … le guerrier Monstrum qui a appelé Hanna est prêt à conclure un marché. Il vous prendra à la place de votre fille, paraît-il », lui dit la prêtresse.
Miranda était certaine d'avoir mal entendu.
« Pardon ? » demanda-t-elle en fronçant les sourcils. « Quoi ? »
« Ce guerrier -ci… » La prêtresse désigna le Monstrum Panthère d'un signe de tête . « Il dit que tant qu'aucun homme ne te réclame, il te proposera un échange : toi contre ta fille. Qu'en dis-tu ? »
« Je… euh… » Miranda ne sut que répondre. Elle baissa les yeux vers sa fille, qui pleurait à présent, des larmes coulant sur ses joues rougies.
« Maman, non… je ne peux pas te perdre ! » murmura-t-elle entre ses larmes. « Surtout pas juste avant le mariage… j’ai besoin de toi ! »
« Je sais, ma chérie, mais il semble que nous n'ayons guère le choix », murmura Miranda . Elle leva les yeux vers le Monstre Panthère et la prêtresse, qui la fixaient tous deux.
« Alors ? Qui sera choisi ? » demanda la prêtresse. « Nous n’avons pas toute la journée, il y a beaucoup de mariages à faire ! Toi ou ta fille, décide-toi ! »
« Moi », lâcha Miranda , car que pouvait-elle dire d'autre ? « Je viendrai… laissez juste ma fille rentrer chez elle. »
« Maman… non ! » Hanna lui attrapa la main.
« Chérie, je dois y aller. Je suis désolée si je rate le mariage, mais c'est mieux que toi , tu es la mariée ! » Miranda lui serra la main pour la réconforter. « Je dois y aller maintenant. Je suis désolée. »
Laissant sa fille pâle et en pleurs sur son siège, elle descendit lentement l'allée de chaises et se dirigea vers l'avant de la salle de bal où l'imposant Monstrum l'attendait. 🖋
Ok I love the kindred series by Evangeline Anderson and this book is part of that world. In saying that, this can be read as a standalone. If you’re looking for a book with a storyline, this is not it. This is an awesome smut filled, spicy, sexy book. I love that the female lead is in her 50s and her fated mate is in his 30s!! All too often it’s always in the reverse. We’ve become so used to the men being older than the women and for that to be fine, but not when it’s the women being older than the men. I love that Evangeline wrote a book like this because she’s awesome and I love the way that she writes characters and her stories. But it’s nice to have a break every once in a while and just read a book that is just pure sexy smutty scenes. I wished I had a great aunt Marge like Miranda, oh she had me laughing out loud!!
𝕄𝕪 ℝ𝕖𝕧𝕚𝕖𝕨 Pleasured by the Panther: A Monstrum Kindred Spicy Shorts Novella by Evangeline Anderson
First, I have to say the author’s note was absolute genius,funny, relatable, and the perfect way to set the tone. Evangeline’s humor shines through, and from page one I knew I was in for a treat.
This novella delivers exactly what it promises: heat, spice, and that signature Evangeline Anderson magic that makes you wish you were the heroine. Miranda’s story is empowering, entertaining, and full of hope,proof that passion doesn’t have an age limit. The writing is tight and to the point, while still giving us enough character depth and worldbuilding to feel fully immersed.
OMG! She was most definitely Pleasure by the Panther!! The steam level in this book is off the charts! I mean it practically made my kindle melt! Sweet heavens! Korath certainly knows how to please his mate and Miranda well, she is a smart lady and let him! There are a few people that deserved to be shot out into the great unknown. However, they are not worth the energy. The love/bond, as it is in these types of stories, happens quickly and is amazing! I will say no more so I don't ruin anything for the reader. However, I aspire to be just like Miranda's Aunt Marge! That lady is a hoot and a half! You tell 'em Aunt Marge!
The author warns if you are a skimmer of spicy scenes then this book is full of them and not for you...but I had FOMO lol There was still enough story line to keep me interested despite some skimming. I really enjoy when a mature woman can still find love and happiness. The looking 30 years younger in a few days is not something to knock back either. I always love this author's work, always a HEA and a lot of fun.
Wow wow this book absolutely blew me away. I loved Miranda and Korrath's story. She definitely was pleasured. I love that the story helps her build up her confidence in herself again after she was emotionally torn down by her horrible ex-husband.i would definitely recommend this book if you are looking for some adventure with lots of spice. Absolutely brilliant.
A new favorite Monstrum Kindred Spicy novella series - Mature Elites! Miranda is blindsided by the Monstrum Kindred Panther, Korrath when he announced that she has starred in his dreams for months even though she's a divorced fifty something women! Fated romance for women of a certain age is fascinating with endless possibilities. An uplifting steamy read.
It was just as your note said and so much more. As an Elite in her second heat who is also divorced she had me cheering for her. He’s a total sweet cinnamon roll of a male and just what her heart needed.
A story for us middle age ladies right out of our daydreams. Having a Monstrum Kindred adds a little fun to the mix and who wouldn't want to cuddle with a panther. Enjoyed this quick read that focused on the claiming period of a Kindred and their mate. Have fun with this one.
OMG! What a must-read in this genre. This plot has everything you want. Miranda, an older human meets Korrath, an alien. This hot plot follows their journey to a HEA.