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He appeared like magic, and when I needed him most. I shouldn't want him, and yet I do.
He's feral.
Wild.
And so is his magic.
I shouldn't crave him... and yet, I do.
Feral is a PNR Dark Romance. More details, full blurb, and cover coming soon.
He's feral.
Wild.
And so is his magic.
I shouldn't crave him... and yet, I do.
Feral is a PNR Dark Romance. More details, full blurb, and cover coming soon.
209 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 30, 2026
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October 30, 2026
fav of the series so far!!! I loved this SO MUCH
October 31, 2026
Deadly, dark and delicious!
I loved this dark romance mm monster romance! This story was deadly, dark and delicious. Vesper and Bellamy were everything we needed. From the start even though they met under less than ideal circumstances, they had a connection. Bellamy had to make a choice between monsters and in the end he chose correctly. It’s one thing to love a monster, it’s another thing to love a monster who is only soft for you, who would burn the world down for you. Bellamy may have made a deal and became a captive but he ultimately had never been safer and more free. Vesper is everything you could want in a monster mate and would do anything for Bellamy. It quickly shows that Vesper isn’t as in control as he thought. I loved the devil dog and the way Vesper shares a body, is soul bound to him. This was such a cool concept and one cryptid I hadn’t seen before! If you love your monsters dangerous, your hounds protective, fated mates and couples who would do anything for each other than this story is for you. I’m dying to get Killian and Oakleys story next!
I loved this dark romance mm monster romance! This story was deadly, dark and delicious. Vesper and Bellamy were everything we needed. From the start even though they met under less than ideal circumstances, they had a connection. Bellamy had to make a choice between monsters and in the end he chose correctly. It’s one thing to love a monster, it’s another thing to love a monster who is only soft for you, who would burn the world down for you. Bellamy may have made a deal and became a captive but he ultimately had never been safer and more free. Vesper is everything you could want in a monster mate and would do anything for Bellamy. It quickly shows that Vesper isn’t as in control as he thought. I loved the devil dog and the way Vesper shares a body, is soul bound to him. This was such a cool concept and one cryptid I hadn’t seen before! If you love your monsters dangerous, your hounds protective, fated mates and couples who would do anything for each other than this story is for you. I’m dying to get Killian and Oakleys story next!
November 2, 2026
Wow, what a great read. Vesper and Bellamy were great together, it was easy to read, and it was great to get lost in the story. You will not be disappointed if you read this one.
I cannot wait to read more about Killian and Oakley
I cannot wait to read more about Killian and Oakley
November 5, 2026
Love love love this quick read! Although it was short, it was quite well rounded in terms of characters, settings, and narrative. Also like, are we going to build on this world?!
November 5, 2026
yes!!!
This was incredible. A kind of retelling of beauty and the beast but way more satisfying. I really hope there is a sequel for killian!
This was incredible. A kind of retelling of beauty and the beast but way more satisfying. I really hope there is a sequel for killian!
November 3, 2026
WOW! This book was... quite dissapointing. I was so excited to dive into this book but was an entire mess. Or well, not a mess but at least not that good.
This was literally my face the whole book:
When I first saw the cover I knew that I needed to read it. I felt i would love it and that it would be perfect. The cover is stunning, just look at that. But the book really has so many things I didn't like.
1. Way too short.
So many things happen way too fast that you don't even understand when are they coming, you are just very lost because they just suddenly happen.
2. Relationship/ Mate Bond.
There's ZERO development. The human makes the deal with the Demon, they have zero interactions that look like they are going somewhere but suddenly they are having sex, and in that first time, they create the mate bond. 👀👀👀 whut? What's going on?.
3. The human whose name I already forgot.
I was intrigued about him becase he seemed cute in the prologue and the first chapter... poor baby, I wanted to help him and protect him. But once that he wakes up in the demon's place, he has this bratty personality that is boring and disgusting, cringe...and Ugh. I couldn't stand him most of the time. And when he turns like if he owns the world... jesus, no.
4. Unanswered questions.
There are so many things that you don't even know how they happened. You just know they happened but don't know how and why. Where is all this shit coming from? I need a lot more of context because I'm kinda lost.
5. The characters have zero chemistry.
Well I said it in the other point but it centers on their mate bond and shit, but this one is that they lack of chemistry. They don't really feel that good. I dot now how to put the words down, but... they were so cringe. The dog has more chemistry with the human, than the heroes, period.
I was loving all the books so far in the series but sadly, this one didn't work for me.
Mayhem Manuscripts Season Two: Cryptids Series 😈
🔥 = top read. Perfection.
🖤 Pareidolia 4 ⭐️
🖤 Mortis 5 ⭐️🔥
🖤 Hollow 4 ⭐️
🖤 Tenebrous 5 ⭐️🔥
🖤 Noctis 5 ⭐️🔥
🖤 Solivagant 4 ⭐️
🖤 Feral 2 ⭐️
This was literally my face the whole book:
When I first saw the cover I knew that I needed to read it. I felt i would love it and that it would be perfect. The cover is stunning, just look at that. But the book really has so many things I didn't like.
1. Way too short.
So many things happen way too fast that you don't even understand when are they coming, you are just very lost because they just suddenly happen.
2. Relationship/ Mate Bond.
There's ZERO development. The human makes the deal with the Demon, they have zero interactions that look like they are going somewhere but suddenly they are having sex, and in that first time, they create the mate bond. 👀👀👀 whut? What's going on?.
3. The human whose name I already forgot.
I was intrigued about him becase he seemed cute in the prologue and the first chapter... poor baby, I wanted to help him and protect him. But once that he wakes up in the demon's place, he has this bratty personality that is boring and disgusting, cringe...and Ugh. I couldn't stand him most of the time. And when he turns like if he owns the world... jesus, no.
4. Unanswered questions.
There are so many things that you don't even know how they happened. You just know they happened but don't know how and why. Where is all this shit coming from? I need a lot more of context because I'm kinda lost.
5. The characters have zero chemistry.
Well I said it in the other point but it centers on their mate bond and shit, but this one is that they lack of chemistry. They don't really feel that good. I dot now how to put the words down, but... they were so cringe. The dog has more chemistry with the human, than the heroes, period.
I was loving all the books so far in the series but sadly, this one didn't work for me.
Mayhem Manuscripts Season Two: Cryptids Series 😈
🔥 = top read. Perfection.
🖤 Pareidolia 4 ⭐️
🖤 Mortis 5 ⭐️🔥
🖤 Hollow 4 ⭐️
🖤 Tenebrous 5 ⭐️🔥
🖤 Noctis 5 ⭐️🔥
🖤 Solivagant 4 ⭐️
🖤 Feral 2 ⭐️
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November 5, 2026
This book is an MM romance between Bellamy, a human forced to make a deal with a demon to escape his abusive ex and Vesper, a demon obsessed with his new little captive
Tropes/Highlights:
-Dual POV
-MM
-Monster/Human
-Primal Play
-Deal With A Demon
-Touch Him & Die
-Fast Burn
-Fear Play
-Devil Dog Cryptid
-HEA
Likes:
-Prologue
-Meet-disaster
-Devil dog
-Nod to Beauty and the Beast
-Buys him clothes
-Spice
-Killian
-Protective/possessive
-Bellamy's courage/brattiness
-Vesper's charm/teasing nature
Quotes:
-"Silence was never peace for me; it was a warning"
-"Careful, little bird. You might just get what you beg for"
-"And as long as you are under my roof, you will never have to shrink yourself to fit inside another man's box again"
-"But at least now I know why my soul screamed for you the moment you bled on my crossroads"
-"Protect. Keep Safe. Ours"
-"You'll never be kept in the dark again. Except when you crave my shadows"
-"You stare into the eyes of a monster and never break. You stare into my eyes and see the real me"
This was the first book I have read from this author and it was such a fun romance with a nice dark edge to it. I loved the nods to Beauty and the Beast and I loved the Devil Dog even more. I loved how protective Vesper and the Devil Dog was and how they each had a different color associated with them. Bellamy was put through a lot and most of it was implied, but the parts that aren't are so heartbreaking and it makes me want to hug him. Vesper has his own scars that he carries and I adore the way he took care of Bellamy. If you want a bit of a faster burn with plenty of spice, satisfying revenge, delicious shadows and three souls bound by fate to be together, then you will love this book.
Tropes/Highlights:
-Dual POV
-MM
-Monster/Human
-Primal Play
-Deal With A Demon
-Touch Him & Die
-Fast Burn
-Fear Play
-Devil Dog Cryptid
-HEA
Likes:
-Prologue
-Meet-disaster
-Devil dog
-Nod to Beauty and the Beast
-Buys him clothes
-Spice
-Killian
-Protective/possessive
-Bellamy's courage/brattiness
-Vesper's charm/teasing nature
Quotes:
-"Silence was never peace for me; it was a warning"
-"Careful, little bird. You might just get what you beg for"
-"And as long as you are under my roof, you will never have to shrink yourself to fit inside another man's box again"
-"But at least now I know why my soul screamed for you the moment you bled on my crossroads"
-"Protect. Keep Safe. Ours"
-"You'll never be kept in the dark again. Except when you crave my shadows"
-"You stare into the eyes of a monster and never break. You stare into my eyes and see the real me"
This was the first book I have read from this author and it was such a fun romance with a nice dark edge to it. I loved the nods to Beauty and the Beast and I loved the Devil Dog even more. I loved how protective Vesper and the Devil Dog was and how they each had a different color associated with them. Bellamy was put through a lot and most of it was implied, but the parts that aren't are so heartbreaking and it makes me want to hug him. Vesper has his own scars that he carries and I adore the way he took care of Bellamy. If you want a bit of a faster burn with plenty of spice, satisfying revenge, delicious shadows and three souls bound by fate to be together, then you will love this book.
November 2, 2026
***I received a complimentary advance review copy and am leaving a voluntary review***
This book is an absolute vibes read and the vibes are sooooo good! There is obsession, possessiveness, protectiveness, devotion, claiming, some loose "Beauty and the Beast" elements and a demon/Devil Dog MC duo that is everything!
MMC Bellamy is traumatized, in danger and out of luck when his..."rescuer" in swirling black shadows arrives and offers him a bargain to save his life that he cannot refuse. But little does Bellamy know, just what Vesper's motivation really is, and when that finally comes to light, that man turns into the ultimate shadow daddy.
I loved how accepting Vesper was of the emotions he was starting to feel, and that he didn't let his insecurity or pain ruin the connection he had with Bellamy. And I adored how tough Bellamy was, refusing to let fear and the pain from his past rule his future. Instead, he decides to take charge of his life and turn the tables on Vesper in the absolute best way possible.
The chemistry between them was explosive, addicting and burned in just the right way. The spice was unbelievably hot and the way Bellamy and Vesper seduced each other!?!?!? 🥵🥵🥵
And we cannot forget the Devil Dog! OMG what a big softy (but only for Bellamy 😉). I really liked how protective the cryptid was of Bellamy.
And Killian and Oakley? You couldn't ask for better friends and partners in crime. They added humor and banter to the story and were just too cute!
This book is an absolute vibes read and the vibes are sooooo good! There is obsession, possessiveness, protectiveness, devotion, claiming, some loose "Beauty and the Beast" elements and a demon/Devil Dog MC duo that is everything!
MMC Bellamy is traumatized, in danger and out of luck when his..."rescuer" in swirling black shadows arrives and offers him a bargain to save his life that he cannot refuse. But little does Bellamy know, just what Vesper's motivation really is, and when that finally comes to light, that man turns into the ultimate shadow daddy.
I loved how accepting Vesper was of the emotions he was starting to feel, and that he didn't let his insecurity or pain ruin the connection he had with Bellamy. And I adored how tough Bellamy was, refusing to let fear and the pain from his past rule his future. Instead, he decides to take charge of his life and turn the tables on Vesper in the absolute best way possible.
The chemistry between them was explosive, addicting and burned in just the right way. The spice was unbelievably hot and the way Bellamy and Vesper seduced each other!?!?!? 🥵🥵🥵
And we cannot forget the Devil Dog! OMG what a big softy (but only for Bellamy 😉). I really liked how protective the cryptid was of Bellamy.
And Killian and Oakley? You couldn't ask for better friends and partners in crime. They added humor and banter to the story and were just too cute!
November 3, 2026
Feral
Mayhem Manuscripts Season 2: Cryptids
By Emmy LaRoux
Oh yes!! This is the dark version of Beauty and the Beast that this book nerd didn’t know she wanted!!
Emmy LaRoux has such a way with words. I highlighted so much and will have a hard time picking my favorite quote to share. In Feral, we have an MC that is a demon entwined with the soul of the Cryptid beast that he saved. Both were lonely, the beast was dying, Vesper chose to tie them together both losing some and gaining other powers to be shared. Enter Bellamy, a waif that needs protection while at the same time he screams with defiance. The evil isn’t in the demon or the beast, but in the human who thinks it is ok to hurt others. This book is such a page turner! The opening chapter grabs your attention and keeps it until the end. I didn’t want to put this book down at all. I loved it from the moment Bell made the deal at the crossroads to his finding the beautiful library and beyond. Bellamy is as fascinating as Vesper and the Devil Dog. Who is taming who in this story?
And it has to be said, Oakley and Killian deserve their own story. Their flirtation was just as hot as Vesper and Bellamy’s.
Mayhem Manuscripts Season 2: Cryptids
By Emmy LaRoux
Oh yes!! This is the dark version of Beauty and the Beast that this book nerd didn’t know she wanted!!
Emmy LaRoux has such a way with words. I highlighted so much and will have a hard time picking my favorite quote to share. In Feral, we have an MC that is a demon entwined with the soul of the Cryptid beast that he saved. Both were lonely, the beast was dying, Vesper chose to tie them together both losing some and gaining other powers to be shared. Enter Bellamy, a waif that needs protection while at the same time he screams with defiance. The evil isn’t in the demon or the beast, but in the human who thinks it is ok to hurt others. This book is such a page turner! The opening chapter grabs your attention and keeps it until the end. I didn’t want to put this book down at all. I loved it from the moment Bell made the deal at the crossroads to his finding the beautiful library and beyond. Bellamy is as fascinating as Vesper and the Devil Dog. Who is taming who in this story?
And it has to be said, Oakley and Killian deserve their own story. Their flirtation was just as hot as Vesper and Bellamy’s.
November 9, 2026
Surprisingly Low Angst
After reading the first book in this series I was weary every book would be as dark and disturbing as book one. Vesper and Bellamy were so sweet though and though there were a few dark themes and scenes it was all very low angst and high spice / romance.
Vesper and Bellamy were a great pair. I enjoyed Bellamy’s sass and anger at the beginning of the book but I never expected Vesper to be as sweet and devoted as he was. It was a really interesting dynamic with the devil dog being the side character, side MMC to the main story. I thought the storyline with Bellamy’s ex was alright, nothing too dramatic or drawn out but the romance was definitely center stage to the story.
I’m also super into the idea of Killian and Oakley getting their own book! I really enjoyed them both and I hope this little world gets expanded. I would have loved more backstory about Vesper and his world but it was still a fun and relatively easy read!
Tropes: Mates, Knotting, Mental Health Rep, Possessive MMC, Dual POV
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5
Spice: 🌶️🌶️ 2/5
Relationship: MM
After reading the first book in this series I was weary every book would be as dark and disturbing as book one. Vesper and Bellamy were so sweet though and though there were a few dark themes and scenes it was all very low angst and high spice / romance.
Vesper and Bellamy were a great pair. I enjoyed Bellamy’s sass and anger at the beginning of the book but I never expected Vesper to be as sweet and devoted as he was. It was a really interesting dynamic with the devil dog being the side character, side MMC to the main story. I thought the storyline with Bellamy’s ex was alright, nothing too dramatic or drawn out but the romance was definitely center stage to the story.
I’m also super into the idea of Killian and Oakley getting their own book! I really enjoyed them both and I hope this little world gets expanded. I would have loved more backstory about Vesper and his world but it was still a fun and relatively easy read!
Tropes: Mates, Knotting, Mental Health Rep, Possessive MMC, Dual POV
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5
Spice: 🌶️🌶️ 2/5
Relationship: MM
Review of advance copy received from Author
Bellamy has always been drawn to the dark since the creature of the woods protected him in his youth. Which led him to Gregory when enough came to enough he fled to the woods that once protected him to beg for the demon to protect him once more. Vesper and his hound cannot resist the pleas of the human to protect him yhey must bind him to their home hidden from the man still pursuing to own him. They have a tentative courtship yet they cannot stay away from the bond pulling them together. Ugh everything about this story I loved the dark undertone with that right amount of sweetness showing how well they belong together. That ending hot damn pure perfection! Now can we all please annoy the author for a Killian and Oakley story! Those two deserve their own version of a HEA stat!
November 3, 2026
Absolutely LOVED this! Poor sweet Bellamy has been through the wringer with his terrible father, then his terrible boyfriend. But when he stumbles to the crossroad and gives himself to the demon and the devil dog in exchange for the protection - he flourishes.
Though initially annoyed to have moved from one cage to another, the more he learns of Vesper and his Devil Dog the more he is drawn in by them - his mates.
Vesper was so perfect, sweet but still dark and demanding. Such a great read!
Though initially annoyed to have moved from one cage to another, the more he learns of Vesper and his Devil Dog the more he is drawn in by them - his mates.
Vesper was so perfect, sweet but still dark and demanding. Such a great read!
November 5, 2026
A SIZZLING OUTSTANDINGLY AWESOME READ WITH CHARACTERS AND A STORY THAT POPS!!
I JUST HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK AND MULTI-AUTHOR SERIES SO VERY MUCH!!
Bellamy has had an extremely rough start in life and in moment of desperation from a violent atrack he calls upon a demon for help. Vesper (and the Devil Dog), are so very intriguing and fascinating, they go to Bellamy very quickly. In exchange for Vesper's help, Bellamy must stay with him. Gah, these two have such wonderful chemistry and smoking moments. The emotions between them is so very prominent. Such a good story!
I JUST HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK AND MULTI-AUTHOR SERIES SO VERY MUCH!!
Bellamy has had an extremely rough start in life and in moment of desperation from a violent atrack he calls upon a demon for help. Vesper (and the Devil Dog), are so very intriguing and fascinating, they go to Bellamy very quickly. In exchange for Vesper's help, Bellamy must stay with him. Gah, these two have such wonderful chemistry and smoking moments. The emotions between them is so very prominent. Such a good story!
November 2, 2026
Wow, just wow! I devoured this book. Once I I led it up I did not put it down until I devoured the last word. I can’t even put into words how good this booo was! I loved the characters so much! They are the kind of characters that will stick with you long after the story is over and I am looking forward to seeing some of the side characters again hopefully! Seriously one of my faves in this series!
October 30, 2026
So freaking good!!!! Ahhhh I love Vesper. He's hot, dominant, and has a secret piercing? And Bellamy, I love that he escaped that abusive jerk ex and found a demon who cherishes him. The Touch him and die vibes in this dark romance were so juicy.
Favorite tropes:
Shadow Play
Fear Play
Primal Play
Dubcon
Captor/Captive
This was steamy and everything I wanted in a dark monster romance.
Favorite tropes:
Shadow Play
Fear Play
Primal Play
Dubcon
Captor/Captive
This was steamy and everything I wanted in a dark monster romance.
October 31, 2026
Had potential
I feel like parts were missing, I felt like I would have loved this book, but it jumped around sometimes & felt like I was missing scenes when characters would mention stuff. Not bad for a shorter story, but would have loved a more fleshed out one.
I feel like parts were missing, I felt like I would have loved this book, but it jumped around sometimes & felt like I was missing scenes when characters would mention stuff. Not bad for a shorter story, but would have loved a more fleshed out one.
November 6, 2026
Gah! I'm so happy I gave this one a shot.
X Captor/Captive
X Amazing Chemistry (seriously, these two are hot)
X Primal Play
X Shadow Play
X A demon who's pierced 😈
X Fast burn
This was fast, fun, and sexy. Now, can we have Killian's story please.
6/5 Stars
X Captor/Captive
X Amazing Chemistry (seriously, these two are hot)
X Primal Play
X Shadow Play
X A demon who's pierced 😈
X Fast burn
This was fast, fun, and sexy. Now, can we have Killian's story please.
6/5 Stars
Did Not Finish
October 31, 2026DNF @18% ... not for me. I'm not impressed with the writing and really dislike Bellamy, so I'm out 🤷
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