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Jewels of the Nine Kingdoms #2
Cast Off
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Expected 10 Jul 26
An arranged marriage.
A fragile alliance.
A love neither thought possible.
Omega Princess JingYi of Xûen-Sarai has always lived in the shadows—unseen, unwanted, valued only for her skill as a healer. When she’s sent to marry a powerful Alpha lord in a distant kingdom, she sees it as an escape. A chance to reclaim her dignity.
Alpha Lord Alexander Wulfbane expects a flawless bride to restore his disgraced House—but the Omega who arrives is nothing like he imagined. The moment their eyes meet, disappointment lingers, and their fragile alliance begins to fray.
But beyond the cold marriage bed and strained diplomacy, a darker plot is brewing. Across the realm, Omegas are vanishing—and whispers of a forbidden substance threaten to destabilize the Nine Kingdoms. To survive, JingYi and Alexander must become more than a political match.
She’s not the bride he wants.
And she never asks him to be her hero.
But when the storm comes, they’ll have to choose—
stand together, or be swept away.
Cast Off is an Omegaverse fantasy romance. It is Book Two in Jewels of the Nine Kingdoms—a series of interconnected stories, each following different main characters or pairings, all bound by a shared world and a central conflict. This book can be read on its own—but Whisked Away (Book 1) offers deeper context and emotional resonance within the overarching plot.
A fragile alliance.
A love neither thought possible.
Omega Princess JingYi of Xûen-Sarai has always lived in the shadows—unseen, unwanted, valued only for her skill as a healer. When she’s sent to marry a powerful Alpha lord in a distant kingdom, she sees it as an escape. A chance to reclaim her dignity.
Alpha Lord Alexander Wulfbane expects a flawless bride to restore his disgraced House—but the Omega who arrives is nothing like he imagined. The moment their eyes meet, disappointment lingers, and their fragile alliance begins to fray.
But beyond the cold marriage bed and strained diplomacy, a darker plot is brewing. Across the realm, Omegas are vanishing—and whispers of a forbidden substance threaten to destabilize the Nine Kingdoms. To survive, JingYi and Alexander must become more than a political match.
She’s not the bride he wants.
And she never asks him to be her hero.
But when the storm comes, they’ll have to choose—
stand together, or be swept away.
Cast Off is an Omegaverse fantasy romance. It is Book Two in Jewels of the Nine Kingdoms—a series of interconnected stories, each following different main characters or pairings, all bound by a shared world and a central conflict. This book can be read on its own—but Whisked Away (Book 1) offers deeper context and emotional resonance within the overarching plot.
- GenresFantasyOmegaverse
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Expected publication July 10, 2026
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Review of advance copy received from Author
I cannot even put into words the level of love I have not only for this story but the author. I've been in her DMs for both books and absolutely love talking with her and sharing my love and enjoyment through our messages.
Cast off is BEAUTIFULLY WRITTEN. There is so much that this story really has and it's done so wonderfully. JingYi has not had an easy life but she has not given up. She lost her place but found her calling being a healer and when she is suddenly given back her title and to be married to a foreign lord we really get to know more about her in not just the words she says but in her silences. I don't want to say to much on the characters themselves because they NEED to be experienced. JingYi though has become one of my FAVORITE FMCs. Watching her grow over the story was beautiful and is something that I will never forget.
Alexander is definitely an alpha. His family's name is tarnished, and he is wanting to fix what was broken. Watching his character develop was interesting and so amazing. Let's just say there's time's where he gained 100 points, then lost all his points, gained a point, lost a point but in the end? He definitely gained the points back and more.
Conrad deserves to be mentioned here. He's such a wholesome character. He's funny, he's smart, he's eager, and he's loyal. I think everyone will love Conrad. He's like 15 but oh boy you get attached to his character with his jokes and just overall personality.
This book does have cameos of other characters from Whisked Away. I'm not going to say all of who shows up though. But one thing this author did that I loved with it...... the cameos aren't just on page for a few moments, they aren't just a background ornamentation. They are still part of the story. While you can read this without having read Whisked Away.... I HIGHLY recommend reading it.
I laughed, I cried, I spent time with the sending messages. This book is so well done in it's message, it's moments, and it may be big but it is WORTH READING. There is beauty to be found in one's scars, as well as strength to be had. Beauty is on the inside. Don't ever let anyone make you think you deserve anything less than to be loved.
Cast off is BEAUTIFULLY WRITTEN. There is so much that this story really has and it's done so wonderfully. JingYi has not had an easy life but she has not given up. She lost her place but found her calling being a healer and when she is suddenly given back her title and to be married to a foreign lord we really get to know more about her in not just the words she says but in her silences. I don't want to say to much on the characters themselves because they NEED to be experienced. JingYi though has become one of my FAVORITE FMCs. Watching her grow over the story was beautiful and is something that I will never forget.
Alexander is definitely an alpha. His family's name is tarnished, and he is wanting to fix what was broken. Watching his character develop was interesting and so amazing. Let's just say there's time's where he gained 100 points, then lost all his points, gained a point, lost a point but in the end? He definitely gained the points back and more.
Conrad deserves to be mentioned here. He's such a wholesome character. He's funny, he's smart, he's eager, and he's loyal. I think everyone will love Conrad. He's like 15 but oh boy you get attached to his character with his jokes and just overall personality.
This book does have cameos of other characters from Whisked Away. I'm not going to say all of who shows up though. But one thing this author did that I loved with it...... the cameos aren't just on page for a few moments, they aren't just a background ornamentation. They are still part of the story. While you can read this without having read Whisked Away.... I HIGHLY recommend reading it.
I laughed, I cried, I spent time with the sending messages. This book is so well done in it's message, it's moments, and it may be big but it is WORTH READING. There is beauty to be found in one's scars, as well as strength to be had. Beauty is on the inside. Don't ever let anyone make you think you deserve anything less than to be loved.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I was lucky enough to get an ARC of this book and I was extremely excited to read this after reading Whisked away for the umpteenth time.
Let me start off with how beautiful the prose are in this book. Enola is a marvellous wordsmith and shapes an enthralling world with her storytelling. I found myself connecting with Jingyi on a very deep level. From the moment I read the dedication “To anybody who has ever felt unseen” my heart began to melt. The hardships she endured had me sobbing bitterly.
Alexander… this man means so well but he is the epitome of honorable to a fault. He had me SO frustrated through this book meanwhile everyone… literally everyone of his circle is calling him out and he just doesn’t get it… until he does.
I was absolutely thrilled to see cast from whisked away show up and ACTUALY SHOW UP. Not just a little cameo but integral to the story. I don’t want to spoil anything but it is SO very satisfying to see them that I was crying all over again.
That boy Conrad… What a brave and bright boy he is. I think he’s actually my favourite character in the whole story! I hope to see more of him in future books! He has a bright future ahead of him if what I’m reading aludes to anything 😉.
The Valemonts… such roguishly handsome bad boys and they make the PERFECT villains. Ambrose don’t you dare hurt those lovely husbands!!
I think I’ve found my favourite book series and I’m SO lookinf forward to all of Enola’s books. I will devour anything she writes which reminds me of all the food!! I get so hungry reading her books with all the beautiful descriptions. You should do a cookbook companion!!
Let me start off with how beautiful the prose are in this book. Enola is a marvellous wordsmith and shapes an enthralling world with her storytelling. I found myself connecting with Jingyi on a very deep level. From the moment I read the dedication “To anybody who has ever felt unseen” my heart began to melt. The hardships she endured had me sobbing bitterly.
Alexander… this man means so well but he is the epitome of honorable to a fault. He had me SO frustrated through this book meanwhile everyone… literally everyone of his circle is calling him out and he just doesn’t get it… until he does.
I was absolutely thrilled to see cast from whisked away show up and ACTUALY SHOW UP. Not just a little cameo but integral to the story. I don’t want to spoil anything but it is SO very satisfying to see them that I was crying all over again.
That boy Conrad… What a brave and bright boy he is. I think he’s actually my favourite character in the whole story! I hope to see more of him in future books! He has a bright future ahead of him if what I’m reading aludes to anything 😉.
The Valemonts… such roguishly handsome bad boys and they make the PERFECT villains. Ambrose don’t you dare hurt those lovely husbands!!
I think I’ve found my favourite book series and I’m SO lookinf forward to all of Enola’s books. I will devour anything she writes which reminds me of all the food!! I get so hungry reading her books with all the beautiful descriptions. You should do a cookbook companion!!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Cast Off brings you back into the world of Issorea. I loved the blending of cultures and growth of both central characters. This book shows you how survival may yield resiliency but does not remove the pain and how releasing the pain and painful impact of having to survive is an intentional, purposeful choice one must make. As well as a reminder that what feels or looks broken can be mended and be whole. This book also invites you to challenge your perspective as you can see through some of Jingyis struggle.
I very much enjoyed getting to check in with beloved characters from Whisked away and introducing new ones unique to this story.
Conrad everyone! You forget he’s still a boy, he’s very mirthful and instinctive.
Thank you Enola for another great story with a beautiful impact
I very much enjoyed getting to check in with beloved characters from Whisked away and introducing new ones unique to this story.
Conrad everyone! You forget he’s still a boy, he’s very mirthful and instinctive.
Thank you Enola for another great story with a beautiful impact
May 22, 2026
One of the most nuanced arranged marriage romance I’ve read so far - in a good way! The story will take you on so many switchbacks, you’ll turn those pages wondering what comes next. It makes the story way more realistic with a deep understanding of the characters.
It’s well-written, I’ve highlighted so many lines!
The side characters are gold and I wish we would have spent more time with the them on pages! (there is already plenty but I craved them in the last 20% of the book and I wished they had a bigger part at the end).
The ending leaves plenty of space for the next instalment and I’m so excited to see what’s next!
It’s well-written, I’ve highlighted so many lines!
The side characters are gold and I wish we would have spent more time with the them on pages! (there is already plenty but I craved them in the last 20% of the book and I wished they had a bigger part at the end).
The ending leaves plenty of space for the next instalment and I’m so excited to see what’s next!
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