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Decay and Devour
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Expected 14 Mar 26Five years after the outbreak that turns people into zombies, all Kate has is hope--hope that her vaccine research will save everyone left. But after volunteering to patrol the safe zone and getting ambushed by a horde of infected, she can only think of saving herself.
As she runs from the horde, she's unceremoniously tackled by an infected and she's convinced it's the end.
Yet the infected doesn't rip her apart--it drags her to an abandoned home, instead.
Jordan has been infected for months with no hope of a cure. The virus rages like a beast in her, dragging her body around, making her see and do things no person should have to endure. She tries hiding in the recesses of her mind when she suddenly gains control of herself.
But the beast is not done lurking beneath the surface, whispering in her ear, urging her to kidnap this particular woman.
As Kate comes to and learns of Jordan's viral mutation, she grows determined to get back to the safe zone, confident it's the key to saving everyone. The two strike a Jordan will escort Kate to the safe zone, but she must come back with Jordan once the work is done, as the beast demands. The unlikely duo must survive hordes, raiders, and a cult in the mountains, all while trying to overcome their own demons. As they traverse the outskirts of the city, they find themselves leaning on one another and bonding in ways they didn't expect.
But in this world, happiness is fleeting.
This is a post-apocalyptic sapphic romance that blurs the line between science fiction and horror.
As she runs from the horde, she's unceremoniously tackled by an infected and she's convinced it's the end.
Yet the infected doesn't rip her apart--it drags her to an abandoned home, instead.
Jordan has been infected for months with no hope of a cure. The virus rages like a beast in her, dragging her body around, making her see and do things no person should have to endure. She tries hiding in the recesses of her mind when she suddenly gains control of herself.
But the beast is not done lurking beneath the surface, whispering in her ear, urging her to kidnap this particular woman.
As Kate comes to and learns of Jordan's viral mutation, she grows determined to get back to the safe zone, confident it's the key to saving everyone. The two strike a Jordan will escort Kate to the safe zone, but she must come back with Jordan once the work is done, as the beast demands. The unlikely duo must survive hordes, raiders, and a cult in the mountains, all while trying to overcome their own demons. As they traverse the outskirts of the city, they find themselves leaning on one another and bonding in ways they didn't expect.
But in this world, happiness is fleeting.
This is a post-apocalyptic sapphic romance that blurs the line between science fiction and horror.
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Expected publication March 14, 2026
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G.E. Masters
4 books88 followersG.E. Masters is an author of dark sapphic romance. Ever since she was a child, she was fascinated with imaginary worlds and creating complex characters in her head. Now, she's writing those stories to share. She writes all things paranormal to horror and loves morally grey characters and women's wrongs.
When she's not writing, she's at the pottery studio or at home with her two cats and dachshund.
When she's not writing, she's at the pottery studio or at home with her two cats and dachshund.
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January 8, 2026
Phewwww this was a rollercoaster!! So intense and exciting, through the entire story! The main characters were perfect, their banter was so fun and so real! Watching Kate figure out how to maneuver through so much chaos as just a we lab rat was fun! The story line was amazing and honestly, one of my greatest fears of our world.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I ate this book up! It had me on the edge of my seat from the very beginning.
This story follows Jordan and Kate as they try to navigate life after a deadly virus breaks out on the island.
The story has a lot of horror elements but it's also incredibly heartfelt.
Which is to be expected with G.E. Masters. Her stories are so fascinating and at times they can be heartbreaking. 🥹
Now, into the romance. Gosh, the chemistry between the two FMCs? Its insane! I seriously could not get enough of them! The unconditional loyalty and love between them was just everything to me.
10/10.
This story follows Jordan and Kate as they try to navigate life after a deadly virus breaks out on the island.
The story has a lot of horror elements but it's also incredibly heartfelt.
Which is to be expected with G.E. Masters. Her stories are so fascinating and at times they can be heartbreaking. 🥹
Now, into the romance. Gosh, the chemistry between the two FMCs? Its insane! I seriously could not get enough of them! The unconditional loyalty and love between them was just everything to me.
10/10.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Decay and Devour? More like this book devoured me!! God it was so good. Let me tell you, I am not a sci fi, post apocalyptic fan normally and zombies aren't my thing. BUT THIS WAS EVERYTHING!!
I swear I was on the edge of my seat from start to finish. I utterly adore Jordan and Kate, wow. Kate was fantastic, she truly was such an amazing character and believes in the work she is doing in the lab. When on a mission, she discovers or should I say *gets slammed* with a discovery about the virus and that discovery is our amazing Jordan. GAAAH Jordaaaaan, might be one of my new favourite FMCs. Jordan cannot understand why the virus made her want to kidnap this random woman, but now she has her she isn't letting her go.
Let me tell you, there's so much tension and chemistry!! There's so much wit in the exchanges between these two, I love their internal dialogue between interactions too. It's a wild ride as you follow both Jordan and Kate through the story as they face each challenge, including at times eachother and their internal conflicts throughout. It's such an emotional rollercoaster and because it's G Masters, it's written to perfection. These characters have so much depth and relatability to them, you just can't help but love them and want the absolute world for them. Not to mention, the spice 👀🥵 YES. Gah I just am in love.
The horror elements were super well done, at times it often felt eerie and almost like it could be too real and I love how descriptive each scene was. Honestly this might just be another one of my all time favourite reads of the whole of 2025. If your after a Sapphic horror sci-fi thriller with spice then this is absolutely for you, and it's just GAH perfection.
I won't say anymore because I don't want to spoil anything
Things I loved:
- Sapphic Romance (FF)
- Infected kidnapper and non infected captive
- So much tension
- Mental health rep including PTSD, anxiety and depression (note suicidal ideation)
- BLOOD CONSUMPTION, also CNC and dubcon
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️Open door and detailled, multiple scenes
Burn: 🔥🔥🔥🔥
I swear I was on the edge of my seat from start to finish. I utterly adore Jordan and Kate, wow. Kate was fantastic, she truly was such an amazing character and believes in the work she is doing in the lab. When on a mission, she discovers or should I say *gets slammed* with a discovery about the virus and that discovery is our amazing Jordan. GAAAH Jordaaaaan, might be one of my new favourite FMCs. Jordan cannot understand why the virus made her want to kidnap this random woman, but now she has her she isn't letting her go.
Let me tell you, there's so much tension and chemistry!! There's so much wit in the exchanges between these two, I love their internal dialogue between interactions too. It's a wild ride as you follow both Jordan and Kate through the story as they face each challenge, including at times eachother and their internal conflicts throughout. It's such an emotional rollercoaster and because it's G Masters, it's written to perfection. These characters have so much depth and relatability to them, you just can't help but love them and want the absolute world for them. Not to mention, the spice 👀🥵 YES. Gah I just am in love.
The horror elements were super well done, at times it often felt eerie and almost like it could be too real and I love how descriptive each scene was. Honestly this might just be another one of my all time favourite reads of the whole of 2025. If your after a Sapphic horror sci-fi thriller with spice then this is absolutely for you, and it's just GAH perfection.
I won't say anymore because I don't want to spoil anything
Things I loved:
- Sapphic Romance (FF)
- Infected kidnapper and non infected captive
- So much tension
- Mental health rep including PTSD, anxiety and depression (note suicidal ideation)
- BLOOD CONSUMPTION, also CNC and dubcon
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️Open door and detailled, multiple scenes
Burn: 🔥🔥🔥🔥
February 5, 2026
“I always thought the infected were the monsters, but maybe I’m one too.” - Kate
“Decay and Devour” by G.E. Masters was deliciously thrilling! I honestly don’t think there’s a genre that G can’t write, and I’m totally obsessed with her work. I want to thank her for allowing me to be on her street team and giving me an advanced peek at this post-apocalyptic sapphic romance! All thoughts and opinions in this review are my own and are freely given.
“The self-hatred swirls around me over and over again, not letting up until it’s dug so deeply into me that I don’t even exist anymore.” - Kate
As stated above, “Decay and Devour” is a post-apocalyptic sapphic romance written in dual points of view that follows two main characters: Kate, an optimistic researcher working with a team to find a cure for the virus that has spread; and Jordan, one of the infected who somehow regained control over the beast within, yet still feels compelled to kidnap Kate.
“Want her, the beast snarls in my head. Want her, want her. All right, well, we have her now. The beast and I knew she’d never come willingly, so I had to knock her out.” - Jordan
Naturally, tension is high at first and Kate is terrified of Jordan. Eventually though, they make a deal: Jordan will bring Kate back to her safe zone to continue working on a cure, but once it’s found, Kate must return with Jordan. The journey is long and brutal. Along the way, they encounter other infected, merciless raiders, a religious cult in the mountains, and a shadow stalker (the most dangerous infected out there).
“No one is coming to save us. We’re on our own.” - Kate
On top of the physical threats, they also have to face their own inner demons. Though the journey is tough, they wind up working together, learning more about each other, and connecting in a way they never saw coming. Will they survive all that this world throws at them or will it tear them apart?
“I’ve ripped my chest open with my bare hands, fingernails digging into my flesh and bone to expose my broken core underneath.” - Jordan
In previous reviews of G’s work I’ve commented on her writing style and this book is no different. The writing is smooth and captivating, with every detail thoughtfully considered. I easily get lost in the story, joining the characters on their riveting journey. As usual, I look forward to more of her work!
Readers who love gripping dark romance with sapphic yearning, enemies-to-lovers tension, dystopian zombie chaos, flamethrowers, SPICE, and muscle mommies, will definitely enjoy “Decay and Devour”. Add this one to your TBR now! Expected release: spring 2026 (date TBD).
“But I don’t stop, holding steady as I set this motherf***er aflame.”
Review of advance copy received from Author
WOW, this book was packed with tension, intensity, thrill and pure heat when it came to the two main characters. A virus has taken over an island and the infected people have turned into zombies. Things take a turn with one of the main characters, Kate, while she is going on a mission and she is faced with an unbelievable discovery about the virus that she thought was impossible and it's an infected named Jordan. Jordan battles with the virus inside her and can't understand why Kate has become a main focus to her virus. The emotional rollercoaster you go through is wild but so worth it. Only G.E could make a book that makes you nervous and hot all at the same time. If you're looking for a horror thriller with sapphic spice that will leave you breathless? please DIVE into this book.
January 2, 2026
ARC REVEIW!
Ratings:
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
🌶️🌶️🌶️
🔥🔥
Loved this arc, love GE Masters!
Love GE Masters writing which is simple, to the point and making you want more in the end
This book pulled at my heartstrings making me think of so many different media’s that are my fav when it comes to a good read. Jordan and Kate were like the perfect duo starting out with their differences but finding that they were similar in the end.
This Monster dystopian romance was just amazing and that ending really made me want more! I’m so curious if there will be something I’ll be waiting for with this plot 🥰
🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋
Themes:
• Dystopain Monster sapphic romance
• mental health
• kidnapping
• blood play
• zombie viruses 🦠
Ratings:
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
🌶️🌶️🌶️
🔥🔥
Loved this arc, love GE Masters!
Love GE Masters writing which is simple, to the point and making you want more in the end
This book pulled at my heartstrings making me think of so many different media’s that are my fav when it comes to a good read. Jordan and Kate were like the perfect duo starting out with their differences but finding that they were similar in the end.
This Monster dystopian romance was just amazing and that ending really made me want more! I’m so curious if there will be something I’ll be waiting for with this plot 🥰
🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋
Themes:
• Dystopain Monster sapphic romance
• mental health
• kidnapping
• blood play
• zombie viruses 🦠
Review of advance copy received from Author
ARC REVIEW
Duel 1st Person POV. 5🌟 4🌶️. 289 pages
7.5 Spicy Scenes
Decay and Devour a book aptly named as I did indeed devour it in one sitting. I physically could not tear myself away from this book! I knew after the first chapter that this would 100% be a 5🌟 read and a book that I would most likely come back to over and over again!
Kate is a researcher in safe zone two working on a vaccine/cure for the virus that took hold of the island she called home five years prior. After both her parents and brother were infected, the only thing Kate has left is hope. Until she is literally kidnapped and held hostage by a lucid infected. Jordan and her “beast” become obsessed with Kate and are determined to keep her. The story follows the two on a journey of terror, bloodshed and a shared obsession with one another, as they travel back to the safe zone!
Everything and I mean EVERYTHING about his book is phenomenal, something I have come to expect from G.E Masters! The world building and description of the infected is out of this world. The dynamic and continuous banter between Kate and Jordan is excellently executed and you can truly feel their connection leaping of the page and the spice, Jesus 🥵.
This book had me laughing, it had me mentally screaming at my kindle, it had me cautiously checking my bedroom door at 3am incase I was about to be eaten and it completely swept me away.
Decay and Devour will be released Spring 2026. Do yourself a favour and devour it like I did when you have the chance!
Things to LOVE:
✨Dystopian Horror Romance
✨Zombie Apocalypse
✨Vaccine/Cure Researcher
✨Lucid Infected with PTSD
✨Slowish Burn
✨Kidnap Your Crush
✨ Pervert Zombie
✨Muscle Mommy
✨Religious Cult
✨Zombie Spice
✨👅🩸
✨Inappropriate use of a 🔫
Duel 1st Person POV. 5🌟 4🌶️. 289 pages
7.5 Spicy Scenes
Decay and Devour a book aptly named as I did indeed devour it in one sitting. I physically could not tear myself away from this book! I knew after the first chapter that this would 100% be a 5🌟 read and a book that I would most likely come back to over and over again!
Kate is a researcher in safe zone two working on a vaccine/cure for the virus that took hold of the island she called home five years prior. After both her parents and brother were infected, the only thing Kate has left is hope. Until she is literally kidnapped and held hostage by a lucid infected. Jordan and her “beast” become obsessed with Kate and are determined to keep her. The story follows the two on a journey of terror, bloodshed and a shared obsession with one another, as they travel back to the safe zone!
Everything and I mean EVERYTHING about his book is phenomenal, something I have come to expect from G.E Masters! The world building and description of the infected is out of this world. The dynamic and continuous banter between Kate and Jordan is excellently executed and you can truly feel their connection leaping of the page and the spice, Jesus 🥵.
This book had me laughing, it had me mentally screaming at my kindle, it had me cautiously checking my bedroom door at 3am incase I was about to be eaten and it completely swept me away.
Decay and Devour will be released Spring 2026. Do yourself a favour and devour it like I did when you have the chance!
Things to LOVE:
✨Dystopian Horror Romance
✨Zombie Apocalypse
✨Vaccine/Cure Researcher
✨Lucid Infected with PTSD
✨Slowish Burn
✨Kidnap Your Crush
✨ Pervert Zombie
✨Muscle Mommy
✨Religious Cult
✨Zombie Spice
✨👅🩸
✨Inappropriate use of a 🔫
Review of advance copy received from Author
Holy sapphic zombie apocalypse!! I absolutely DEVOURED this. Obsessed. Love it. Can’t even make brain words write good things. I’ve just finished it and immediately need to tell everyone it’s EXACTLY what I’ve been waiting for.
An infected, muscle mommy captor with a non-infected, scientist captive? A long journey to get back to the safe zone, infested with hordes and raiders? Tied to a bed? Spice, horror and romance? A FLAMETHROWER? All the yes. I loved every page and couldn’t put it down.
The trade-off between Jordan and The Beast was really captivating to read, and I’m a sucker for the primal ‘mine’ vibes so ate ALL of this up. Also the backstories for Jordan and Kate definitely tug on the heart strings.
Plot summary
Dystopian, post zombie outbreak world with infected, raiders, ‘safe’ zones, and just trying to survive. Kate is helping to work on a vaccine/cure, and heads out to check the perimeter. Unfortunately things go a bit wrong and she ends up running for her life and getting kidnapped by someone. That someone turns out to be Jordan, the first infected known who can still talk and control themselves (mostly). She also happens to be an absolute muscle mommy with The Beast directing her from the inside…
Things I loved:
- Jordan and ‘The Beast’
- Kidnapping with no idea what to do with her next
- Last of Us vibes
- The spice
- Cult in the mountains
- The flamethrower
- The chemistry!
- The brother
- Revenge on the raiders
- Getting the truth out there ending
Overall, a gripping, sapphic dystopian horror/romance with a sexy muscle mommy infected, and a red haired scientist non-infected. LOVE!
Thank you for the free ARC in exchange for honest review.
An infected, muscle mommy captor with a non-infected, scientist captive? A long journey to get back to the safe zone, infested with hordes and raiders? Tied to a bed? Spice, horror and romance? A FLAMETHROWER? All the yes. I loved every page and couldn’t put it down.
The trade-off between Jordan and The Beast was really captivating to read, and I’m a sucker for the primal ‘mine’ vibes so ate ALL of this up. Also the backstories for Jordan and Kate definitely tug on the heart strings.
Plot summary
Dystopian, post zombie outbreak world with infected, raiders, ‘safe’ zones, and just trying to survive. Kate is helping to work on a vaccine/cure, and heads out to check the perimeter. Unfortunately things go a bit wrong and she ends up running for her life and getting kidnapped by someone. That someone turns out to be Jordan, the first infected known who can still talk and control themselves (mostly). She also happens to be an absolute muscle mommy with The Beast directing her from the inside…
Things I loved:
- Jordan and ‘The Beast’
- Kidnapping with no idea what to do with her next
- Last of Us vibes
- The spice
- Cult in the mountains
- The flamethrower
- The chemistry!
- The brother
- Revenge on the raiders
- Getting the truth out there ending
Overall, a gripping, sapphic dystopian horror/romance with a sexy muscle mommy infected, and a red haired scientist non-infected. LOVE!
Thank you for the free ARC in exchange for honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
GE Masters is one of my favourite authors and has been since I first read When Flowers Wilt. Since then, I’ve read everything she has written and even with high hopes, she always manages to beat my expectations.
I can’t handle horror of any kind, I think life is scary enough. Yet GE writes such intricate and fascinating storylines I am always completely enthralled. Her stories are everything I love to read in sapphic romance novels; characters that feel authentic, emotions that feel raw yet understandable, and storylines that are completely satisfying.
I love her willingness to explore these unique characters and walk us through their lives. Every single time I have finished reading her books I always feel overwhelming gratitude in getting to go on the journey with her characters.
*I received an ARC copy, but posted the review of my own volition.
I can’t handle horror of any kind, I think life is scary enough. Yet GE writes such intricate and fascinating storylines I am always completely enthralled. Her stories are everything I love to read in sapphic romance novels; characters that feel authentic, emotions that feel raw yet understandable, and storylines that are completely satisfying.
I love her willingness to explore these unique characters and walk us through their lives. Every single time I have finished reading her books I always feel overwhelming gratitude in getting to go on the journey with her characters.
*I received an ARC copy, but posted the review of my own volition.
Review of advance copy received from Author
OMGGGG I loved this book. I was so consumed with this book. As the story follows Kate and Jordan I loved the way it had messy feelings, vulnerability, all while having very real and relatable moments. These types of books don’t always reel me in but I was obsessed!!! I love the banter and chemistry between the characters and the way “the beast” inside of Jordan has a feral need and possessiveness for Kate…#needthat! I was so into the story it felt shorter than it is. Highly recommend!!
Review of advance copy received from Author
I received an ARC for this book.
I have read all previous books from the author and I was waiting for this one. The plot is like nothing I’ve ever read in sapphic books and I loved the storyline. I also loved Jordan. Her relationship progression with Kate was smooth and well developed. I kinda saw the plot twist coming but I was very much surprised with the unconventional happy ending.
I have read all previous books from the author and I was waiting for this one. The plot is like nothing I’ve ever read in sapphic books and I loved the storyline. I also loved Jordan. Her relationship progression with Kate was smooth and well developed. I kinda saw the plot twist coming but I was very much surprised with the unconventional happy ending.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Wow, what a story! I was absolutely hooked from the start. GE has such a great way of storytelling, you feel so immersed in the world, and have such a connection with the characters, and it all just flows so smooth and easy. I love the balance of horror/sci-fi and romance/spice and all the feels.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I got to read this as an ARC and really enjoyed it. I'm not usually into dystopian/zombie stories, but I actually liked this one. I love a good captive to lover trope and this definitely delivered. Highly recommend!
February 17, 2026
First of all, what a unique read!! The premise and characters were so fresh and new! We got action, spice, scary monsters, and looooovee! I was locked in from the first page, on the edge of my seat for the entire book! I really didn’t want it to end. This is a fantastic sapphic romance!!
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December 22, 2025BR & PR
Review of advance copy received from Author
I haven’t read many zombie romances but oh my gosh I loved this !! Sapphic zombies with lots of yearning?? Yes please
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