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I'm Not Scared - Part One: Masked Men of Fear Island
I don’t scare easily. It’s not a personality trait; it’s a fact. The same way it’s a fact that my ex is a cheating liar, my landlady is nosy, and the only person I’ve genuinely liked in a long time is the strange man I meet in a convenience store at midnight. The one who wants to talk about death by paper cuts.
When he invites me to Fear Island, I don’t say no. Sometimes you have to think “screw it” and live your life. Especially when every bad thing that has ever happened to me was in a safe place.
But being chased by men in masks is one thing. What I actually get is nothing like what I signed up for.
First, a man in a Hannibal mask handcuffs himself to me and swallows the key, then a skull-faced giant tells me I’m disposable. My night is topped off by a security guard who pins my face into the dirt in an open grave and asks me if I’m looking forward to being buried alive. Yet it is the man who watches everything and gives nothing away who is the most dangerous of them all.
Fear Island is not for the faint of heart.
All I will say be ready to run, and no matter what, do NOT go near the cornfield.
When he invites me to Fear Island, I don’t say no. Sometimes you have to think “screw it” and live your life. Especially when every bad thing that has ever happened to me was in a safe place.
But being chased by men in masks is one thing. What I actually get is nothing like what I signed up for.
First, a man in a Hannibal mask handcuffs himself to me and swallows the key, then a skull-faced giant tells me I’m disposable. My night is topped off by a security guard who pins my face into the dirt in an open grave and asks me if I’m looking forward to being buried alive. Yet it is the man who watches everything and gives nothing away who is the most dangerous of them all.
Fear Island is not for the faint of heart.
All I will say be ready to run, and no matter what, do NOT go near the cornfield.
148 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 14, 2026
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June 16, 2026
"Violence isn't chaos to me; it's clarity."
Delightfully obsessed.
This was an absolute blast from start to finish. The banter was top-tier and every character brought their own brand of chaos to the story, making the cast feel vibrant, entertaining and impossible not to love.
I enjoyed every single page and ended up reading it in one sitting because I simply couldn't put it down. The character dynamics were a highlight for me. Especially Vero. His dialogue rapid firing is how my brain operates.
A fun, addictive read that left me wanting more. Safe to say I'm jumping straight into book two.
Delightfully obsessed.
This was an absolute blast from start to finish. The banter was top-tier and every character brought their own brand of chaos to the story, making the cast feel vibrant, entertaining and impossible not to love.
I enjoyed every single page and ended up reading it in one sitting because I simply couldn't put it down. The character dynamics were a highlight for me. Especially Vero. His dialogue rapid firing is how my brain operates.
A fun, addictive read that left me wanting more. Safe to say I'm jumping straight into book two.
April 10, 2026
ARC Review
5⭐️
3 🌶️ (group scenes, detailed scenes)
OH HOT DAMN. Am I surprised? No
Jaye continues to make me throw whatever I’m reading on the back burner to inhale her work. I love that this feels new while keeping all the things I loved about her Masked Men series included. I LOVED Vero and his brain. I loved Kayla’s no nonsense attitude and how she held her own against the guys, especially against Clay.
Ares is an interesting character and I hope we get to know him and his quirks a bit more.
The ending definitely hit a peak with a shock value cliffhanger and was not expecting that after Vero and Kayla’s moment in the prop closet.
-“Most people want to fix it.” “I’m not going to fix it, but I will sit here with you until you are ready to move.”
I loved this moment
If this is part 1, I can’t wait to continue and see how their story plays out and hopefully see some more characters, the scarecrow has me intrigued 👀
5⭐️
3 🌶️ (group scenes, detailed scenes)
OH HOT DAMN. Am I surprised? No
Jaye continues to make me throw whatever I’m reading on the back burner to inhale her work. I love that this feels new while keeping all the things I loved about her Masked Men series included. I LOVED Vero and his brain. I loved Kayla’s no nonsense attitude and how she held her own against the guys, especially against Clay.
Ares is an interesting character and I hope we get to know him and his quirks a bit more.
The ending definitely hit a peak with a shock value cliffhanger and was not expecting that after Vero and Kayla’s moment in the prop closet.
-“Most people want to fix it.” “I’m not going to fix it, but I will sit here with you until you are ready to move.”
I loved this moment
If this is part 1, I can’t wait to continue and see how their story plays out and hopefully see some more characters, the scarecrow has me intrigued 👀
September 21, 2026
That was a wild ride!!
So things are a little psychotic and it's pure & simple smut...but as the book progresses there's a level of depth. I feel like I just got a little taste of who the characters are and I cannot wait to read the next book!
So things are a little psychotic and it's pure & simple smut...but as the book progresses there's a level of depth. I feel like I just got a little taste of who the characters are and I cannot wait to read the next book!
April 15, 2026
Suchhhhh a good ARC and a great change in the masked men collection. I did wonder how this would differentiate from the previous masked men books but this new series is going to be SO GOOD.
Vero being pretty central to book one feels like a great choice he is what I can only compare to an unstable Golden Retriever….
Each character had enough development and hinting to storylines that I’m wanting to know more about all of them but they all played a satisfying part in book one.
Loving the eerie hints to Cave, so hopeful he will become central to another book!
The whole vibe of this book is so different to previous and I imagine it will continue to be a great series.
Vero being pretty central to book one feels like a great choice he is what I can only compare to an unstable Golden Retriever….
Each character had enough development and hinting to storylines that I’m wanting to know more about all of them but they all played a satisfying part in book one.
Loving the eerie hints to Cave, so hopeful he will become central to another book!
The whole vibe of this book is so different to previous and I imagine it will continue to be a great series.
September 21, 2026
Under 150 pages
Pretty quick read that ends on a cliff hanger.
A little too chaotic for me, I feel like I jumped into a series in the middle of it?
There wasn’t really any story behind the characters or any introduction.
Spice was ok, I’d say 3/5
Pretty quick read that ends on a cliff hanger.
A little too chaotic for me, I feel like I jumped into a series in the middle of it?
There wasn’t really any story behind the characters or any introduction.
Spice was ok, I’d say 3/5
May 25, 2026
⭐️5 🌶️4
I DO NOT PLAY ABOUT MISS PRATT. Another unhinged, why choose, depraved novel and I’m sat per usual🧎🏾♀️➡️. Can we please just put all the men into one man? Thanks lol
I DO NOT PLAY ABOUT MISS PRATT. Another unhinged, why choose, depraved novel and I’m sat per usual🧎🏾♀️➡️. Can we please just put all the men into one man? Thanks lol
April 14, 2026
✨️ARC REVIEW✨️
“Paper-cut Princess, fear isn’t about being scared ... It’s about what you enjoy before you realise you should’ve run and not involved yourself with monsters.”
Thankyou to @jayeprattauthor
for yet another arc copy. I am so greatful. 🫶🏻
WOW! JAYE! You freaking did the thing with this book! Hands down my favourite book by you so far! 🙌🏻 It was funny, SO DIRTY and it held such deep emotions and touched on confronting topics in such a respectable way. The vibes and atmosphere were so good and right up my alley! 😍 The writing had me deeply immersed from the first page. Those chase scenes? I honestly felt like I was right there amongst it all. Such a wild time and such an addictive read. 🤭
The way the really confronting topics were represented with Vero was done with alot of care and respect, which made his whole part of the story hit so emotionally hard. 🥹 I love everything about him as a character. I loved his relationship with Brawley and his energy was just so fun. I felt so deeply for him through his bad episodes, ugh my little heart. I just wanted to dive into the book and hold the guys hand. 🥹
The relationships building between Kayla, Vero, Brawley, Ares & Clay were all so great and I love how Jaye always makes each connection in her why-choose harems feel unique and distinct from one one another. 👏🏻 Other than her connection with Vero I think my the dynamic I loved most was definitely between her and Clay. Just with how their relationship started off on the wrong foot with misinformation to "she's not my girlfriend but she's mine." vibe were just delicious! I think so far I am 100% a Clay girly.🥵
To wrap it up... Lets talk about the ending cause I feel like Jaye just mic dropped and walked the fuck out...🤣 Like WHAT DO YOU MEAN SHE SAID THAT! 😳 My heart has been torn out and thrown on the floor and maybe stomped on a couple of times... 😫 I need part 2 like last week! I cannot wait to see where this series goes.
P.S. Is it bad that the cornfield has me more excited than terrified? 👀
“Paper-cut Princess, fear isn’t about being scared ... It’s about what you enjoy before you realise you should’ve run and not involved yourself with monsters.”
Thankyou to @jayeprattauthor
for yet another arc copy. I am so greatful. 🫶🏻
WOW! JAYE! You freaking did the thing with this book! Hands down my favourite book by you so far! 🙌🏻 It was funny, SO DIRTY and it held such deep emotions and touched on confronting topics in such a respectable way. The vibes and atmosphere were so good and right up my alley! 😍 The writing had me deeply immersed from the first page. Those chase scenes? I honestly felt like I was right there amongst it all. Such a wild time and such an addictive read. 🤭
The way the really confronting topics were represented with Vero was done with alot of care and respect, which made his whole part of the story hit so emotionally hard. 🥹 I love everything about him as a character. I loved his relationship with Brawley and his energy was just so fun. I felt so deeply for him through his bad episodes, ugh my little heart. I just wanted to dive into the book and hold the guys hand. 🥹
The relationships building between Kayla, Vero, Brawley, Ares & Clay were all so great and I love how Jaye always makes each connection in her why-choose harems feel unique and distinct from one one another. 👏🏻 Other than her connection with Vero I think my the dynamic I loved most was definitely between her and Clay. Just with how their relationship started off on the wrong foot with misinformation to "she's not my girlfriend but she's mine." vibe were just delicious! I think so far I am 100% a Clay girly.🥵
To wrap it up... Lets talk about the ending cause I feel like Jaye just mic dropped and walked the fuck out...🤣 Like WHAT DO YOU MEAN SHE SAID THAT! 😳 My heart has been torn out and thrown on the floor and maybe stomped on a couple of times... 😫 I need part 2 like last week! I cannot wait to see where this series goes.
P.S. Is it bad that the cornfield has me more excited than terrified? 👀
May 20, 2026
Another why choose that could've been amazing but the author unfortunately completely ruined it by adding MM.
October 14, 2026
OH, FOR THE LOVE OF BELLS… WE’RE BACK ON FEAR ISLAND!
Well, you’d think after my previous adventures on this island I’d have learned my lesson.
Apparently not.
You Were Warned – Part One by Jaye Pratt had me hooked from beginning to end. I inhaled this in a couple of hours, and bloody brilliant doesn’t even cover it!
Now, can we talk about the Jester for a minute?!
A face-painted, bell-wearing, completely unhinged psychopath who decides Vesper is the love of his life and treats her threats like bloody love letters?
I AM ABSOLUTELY HERE FOR IT.
The obsession. The possessiveness. The banter. The spice. The sheer audacity of this man!
And Vesper? Oh, I bloody loved her. Fierce, sharp-tongued and absolutely determined not to let anyone through those walls she’s built. Watching these two go head-to-head was ridiculously entertaining. The chemistry? CHEF’S KISS.
There wasn’t much I didn’t love about this book…
Apart from the spiders. 🕷️
NOPE. NO. ABSOLUTELY NOT.
Real ones? Hate them. Virtual ones? Still hate them. On the television? Still NO. Put them in a book and apparently I’ll tolerate them for Jaye Pratt.
Jaye, you owe me for this arachnid-related suffering.
And then came THE ENDING.
Seriously?!
You would think I’d have learned by now that Jaye cannot be trusted to let me leave Fear Island emotionally intact.
THAT CLIFFHANGER WAS BRUTAL.
I need answers. I need the next book. I need to have words with the author.
And preferably a spider-free environment while I recover.
Jaye Pratt, you’ve done it again.
I ENTERED FEAR ISLAND. AGAIN.
At this point, someone confiscate my wristband because clearly I cannot be trusted with my own safety.
🌽🎭🖤 BRING ON PART TWO!
Well, you’d think after my previous adventures on this island I’d have learned my lesson.
Apparently not.
You Were Warned – Part One by Jaye Pratt had me hooked from beginning to end. I inhaled this in a couple of hours, and bloody brilliant doesn’t even cover it!
Now, can we talk about the Jester for a minute?!
A face-painted, bell-wearing, completely unhinged psychopath who decides Vesper is the love of his life and treats her threats like bloody love letters?
I AM ABSOLUTELY HERE FOR IT.
The obsession. The possessiveness. The banter. The spice. The sheer audacity of this man!
And Vesper? Oh, I bloody loved her. Fierce, sharp-tongued and absolutely determined not to let anyone through those walls she’s built. Watching these two go head-to-head was ridiculously entertaining. The chemistry? CHEF’S KISS.
There wasn’t much I didn’t love about this book…
Apart from the spiders. 🕷️
NOPE. NO. ABSOLUTELY NOT.
Real ones? Hate them. Virtual ones? Still hate them. On the television? Still NO. Put them in a book and apparently I’ll tolerate them for Jaye Pratt.
Jaye, you owe me for this arachnid-related suffering.
And then came THE ENDING.
Seriously?!
You would think I’d have learned by now that Jaye cannot be trusted to let me leave Fear Island emotionally intact.
THAT CLIFFHANGER WAS BRUTAL.
I need answers. I need the next book. I need to have words with the author.
And preferably a spider-free environment while I recover.
Jaye Pratt, you’ve done it again.
I ENTERED FEAR ISLAND. AGAIN.
At this point, someone confiscate my wristband because clearly I cannot be trusted with my own safety.
🌽🎭🖤 BRING ON PART TWO!
April 16, 2026
Sign me up for Fear Island
This is a very interesting cast of misfits and I absolutely loved all the chaos of it. They do not seem like they should get along at all but the ways they do us fantastic. A found family filled with misfits.
Oh sweet Vero. I just wanna we him up. I love him so much and that ending was filled with shock value that left me wondering wtf was going to happen next.
These guys all seem to be a bit broken and have their own challenges but they all come together perfectly.
Seriously though these scenes sounded like so much fun and I wanna play too.
With a part one like this I'm in desperate need of part two. I need to know more about these characters and see how thus works out.
Also, I NEED to know more about the scarecrow.
This is a very interesting cast of misfits and I absolutely loved all the chaos of it. They do not seem like they should get along at all but the ways they do us fantastic. A found family filled with misfits.
Oh sweet Vero. I just wanna we him up. I love him so much and that ending was filled with shock value that left me wondering wtf was going to happen next.
These guys all seem to be a bit broken and have their own challenges but they all come together perfectly.
Seriously though these scenes sounded like so much fun and I wanna play too.
With a part one like this I'm in desperate need of part two. I need to know more about these characters and see how thus works out.
Also, I NEED to know more about the scarecrow.
June 30, 2026
This was okay. It definitely was not my favorite Jaye Pratt book. It was okay at first, but Clay irritated me most of the book. I also dont understand what happened to Vero. He just freaked out, I'm sure we will get mor in part 2.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 14, 2026
What an amazing introduction to Fear Island!
Short, fun and full of heart!
Love all the characters! Their relationships and chemistry is very different between each other but all equally as captivating! The relationship between Vero & Brawley is beautiful! The way Ares thinks that he keeps his cards close to chest yet they all have him figured out. Clay and his unhinged attack first ask questions later attitude. Then of course there is Kayla, who is perfect, a strong woman who stands up for herself and others, a fierce friend for sure.
Vero himself was the standout for this book, my heart broke for him and I am sure it won't be the last time as the series goes on! I just want to give him a giant hug!
OMG I was not prepared for that ending! I can’t wait to see what the rest of the series will bring!
Short, fun and full of heart!
Love all the characters! Their relationships and chemistry is very different between each other but all equally as captivating! The relationship between Vero & Brawley is beautiful! The way Ares thinks that he keeps his cards close to chest yet they all have him figured out. Clay and his unhinged attack first ask questions later attitude. Then of course there is Kayla, who is perfect, a strong woman who stands up for herself and others, a fierce friend for sure.
Vero himself was the standout for this book, my heart broke for him and I am sure it won't be the last time as the series goes on! I just want to give him a giant hug!
OMG I was not prepared for that ending! I can’t wait to see what the rest of the series will bring!
September 28, 2026
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DNF at 25%.
I was curious about this one, but unfortunately, the writing just didn’t do it for me. 😭
And weirdly enough, my biggest problem was the dialogue.
Which is NEW for me because dialogue is usually what makes a book feel faster and easier to read, but here? The conversations were so long and dragged on for so much longer than they needed to that I actually started getting tired of the characters before the story even had the chance to gain traction.
That’s… not ideal.
Especially for something I picked up expecting a quick and easy read.
There was potential and I was genuinely curious about the story, but by 25%, I was still waiting for that moment where everything would finally click and I’d become invested. Instead, I realized I was forcing myself to keep reading, and life’s too short for that.
Unfortunately, this one just wasn’t for me. Not what I expect when I’m looking for something short, quick and entertaining. 🖤
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DNF aos 25%.
Estava curiosa com este, mas infelizmente a escrita simplesmente não funcionou para mim. 😭
E, estranhamente, o meu maior problema foram os diálogos.
O que é NOVO para mim porque, normalmente, os diálogos são precisamente aquilo que torna um livro mais rápido e fácil de ler, mas aqui? As conversas eram tão longas e prolongavam-se muito mais do que precisavam que acabei por ficar cansada das próprias personagens antes de a história sequer ter oportunidade de ganhar ritmo.
O que… não é propriamente ideal.
Especialmente num livro que comecei à espera de uma leitura rápida e fácil.
Havia potencial e estava genuinamente curiosa com a história, mas aos 25% ainda estava à espera daquele momento em que tudo finalmente ia encaixar e eu ia ficar investida. Em vez disso, percebi que me estava a obrigar a continuar a ler e, honestamente, a vida é demasiado curta para isso.
Infelizmente, este simplesmente não foi para mim. Não é aquilo que procuro quando quero uma leitura curta, rápida e divertida. 🖤
DNF at 25%.
I was curious about this one, but unfortunately, the writing just didn’t do it for me. 😭
And weirdly enough, my biggest problem was the dialogue.
Which is NEW for me because dialogue is usually what makes a book feel faster and easier to read, but here? The conversations were so long and dragged on for so much longer than they needed to that I actually started getting tired of the characters before the story even had the chance to gain traction.
That’s… not ideal.
Especially for something I picked up expecting a quick and easy read.
There was potential and I was genuinely curious about the story, but by 25%, I was still waiting for that moment where everything would finally click and I’d become invested. Instead, I realized I was forcing myself to keep reading, and life’s too short for that.
Unfortunately, this one just wasn’t for me. Not what I expect when I’m looking for something short, quick and entertaining. 🖤
🇵🇹
DNF aos 25%.
Estava curiosa com este, mas infelizmente a escrita simplesmente não funcionou para mim. 😭
E, estranhamente, o meu maior problema foram os diálogos.
O que é NOVO para mim porque, normalmente, os diálogos são precisamente aquilo que torna um livro mais rápido e fácil de ler, mas aqui? As conversas eram tão longas e prolongavam-se muito mais do que precisavam que acabei por ficar cansada das próprias personagens antes de a história sequer ter oportunidade de ganhar ritmo.
O que… não é propriamente ideal.
Especialmente num livro que comecei à espera de uma leitura rápida e fácil.
Havia potencial e estava genuinamente curiosa com a história, mas aos 25% ainda estava à espera daquele momento em que tudo finalmente ia encaixar e eu ia ficar investida. Em vez disso, percebi que me estava a obrigar a continuar a ler e, honestamente, a vida é demasiado curta para isso.
Infelizmente, este simplesmente não foi para mim. Não é aquilo que procuro quando quero uma leitura curta, rápida e divertida. 🖤
October 12, 2026
I can’t consider this erotica, because there wasn’t nearly enough fucking, I can’t consider this a romance novel, because there was absolutely zero romance, and so I must consider it as the trashy Halloween novella that it is and bequeath it two stars.
April 14, 2026
4.5 🌟 3 🌶️
This book was so damn good. A darker, more twisted version of Jaye’s original masked men series this one will leave you breathless (though hopefully not in the same way as our FMC :p) and begging for more!
I loved the darker nature of this story and the all the characters who are clearly not quite right in their own ways. Unhinged and out of control, our MMCs all have very different personalities and ways of seeing the world whilst our FMC Kayla is looking for something out of the ordinary and a more than just some “light spanking and mediocre hair pulling”.
I love the idea of fear island, a family friendly amusement park during the day and an adult's only playground at night. All the different locations, like the asylum and the cornfield and the cemetery, they paint a very clear picture of the atmosphere and I was loving it.
That cliff hanger left me very sad though, as I wasn’t expecting it to end right then and now I am HANGING for book 2!!
This book was so damn good. A darker, more twisted version of Jaye’s original masked men series this one will leave you breathless (though hopefully not in the same way as our FMC :p) and begging for more!
I loved the darker nature of this story and the all the characters who are clearly not quite right in their own ways. Unhinged and out of control, our MMCs all have very different personalities and ways of seeing the world whilst our FMC Kayla is looking for something out of the ordinary and a more than just some “light spanking and mediocre hair pulling”.
I love the idea of fear island, a family friendly amusement park during the day and an adult's only playground at night. All the different locations, like the asylum and the cornfield and the cemetery, they paint a very clear picture of the atmosphere and I was loving it.
That cliff hanger left me very sad though, as I wasn’t expecting it to end right then and now I am HANGING for book 2!!
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May 30, 2026
I think I got bamboozled. Starting this with I enjoyed this authors work.. but I feel like the synopsis didn’t portray this book correctly. Was disappointed
April 14, 2026
I was not prepared for the emotional damage this book inflicted. Is it spicy? OMG, YES. It is filthy, chaotic, with one lucky woman getting more “D" than should be legal (honestly, I’m jealous). Amongst all the heat and fun is a vulnerability that recognizes the depth of these damaged souls and the agony of watching a loved one suffer.
Kayla’s life has been dull until she meets Vero. Instantly drawn to his chaotic energy, she finds herself swept into his orbit. His damage seems to call out to hers. Infatuated with his "Papercut Princess,” (AKA Kayla) he decides he isn't letting her go.
The rest of the Fear Island Crew adds that extra spice we all love to see in a good romance novel.
Brawley, Vero’s broody, possessive partner who will "unalive" anyone who poses a threat to his partner. Wanting to see Vero happy, he cautiously allows Kayla into their lives.
Clay, the island’s head of security is your typical egotistical "Alpha-hole.” He is visibly frustrated when Kayla refuses to be intimidated by his antics.
Aries, the mastermind behind Fear Island is a wild card. On the surface, he is friendly, observant, and always seems to know exactly what everyone needs. However, behind the mask is a monster everyone should fear seeing.
After signing an NDA Kayla wonders what type of danger happens "after dark" to require such secrecy. With the excitement of the unknown, Kayla accepts her invitation. Fear Island opens up an erotic, adrenaline-laced experience making her feel more alive than she ever has. Seeing kindred spirits in Vero, Brawley, Clay and Aries she starts to feel a part of a family.
While the spice is lit, the character complexity is what truly hooked me. The interpersonal relationships feel real, with a level of intimacy rarely seen in real life. Unfortunately, life is messy, hard and not always pretty, and this story isn’t any different.
The vulnerability illustrated amongst these broken souls made becoming emotionally invested with the story, but more importantly the characters easy. The author has an awareness of the complexities that come with mental illness. This awareness allowed her to paint the stark reality of battling our inner demons while not being able to trust your own mind.
Vero is definitely my favorite character. I felt his damage on a visceral level and even though he is a fictional character, I’m still attached to him. He will now be a character that lives in my head rent-free and I have decided he must be protected at all costs.
There are still two more parts to this story, and I’m already thrumming with anticipation for part 2. You seriously need to read this book.
Kayla’s life has been dull until she meets Vero. Instantly drawn to his chaotic energy, she finds herself swept into his orbit. His damage seems to call out to hers. Infatuated with his "Papercut Princess,” (AKA Kayla) he decides he isn't letting her go.
The rest of the Fear Island Crew adds that extra spice we all love to see in a good romance novel.
Brawley, Vero’s broody, possessive partner who will "unalive" anyone who poses a threat to his partner. Wanting to see Vero happy, he cautiously allows Kayla into their lives.
Clay, the island’s head of security is your typical egotistical "Alpha-hole.” He is visibly frustrated when Kayla refuses to be intimidated by his antics.
Aries, the mastermind behind Fear Island is a wild card. On the surface, he is friendly, observant, and always seems to know exactly what everyone needs. However, behind the mask is a monster everyone should fear seeing.
After signing an NDA Kayla wonders what type of danger happens "after dark" to require such secrecy. With the excitement of the unknown, Kayla accepts her invitation. Fear Island opens up an erotic, adrenaline-laced experience making her feel more alive than she ever has. Seeing kindred spirits in Vero, Brawley, Clay and Aries she starts to feel a part of a family.
While the spice is lit, the character complexity is what truly hooked me. The interpersonal relationships feel real, with a level of intimacy rarely seen in real life. Unfortunately, life is messy, hard and not always pretty, and this story isn’t any different.
The vulnerability illustrated amongst these broken souls made becoming emotionally invested with the story, but more importantly the characters easy. The author has an awareness of the complexities that come with mental illness. This awareness allowed her to paint the stark reality of battling our inner demons while not being able to trust your own mind.
Vero is definitely my favorite character. I felt his damage on a visceral level and even though he is a fictional character, I’m still attached to him. He will now be a character that lives in my head rent-free and I have decided he must be protected at all costs.
There are still two more parts to this story, and I’m already thrumming with anticipation for part 2. You seriously need to read this book.
April 15, 2026
This book was SO good! I couldn't put it down, I had to know what was going to happen with the characters from when I read the first page. I'm Not Scared-Part One follows Kayla, Vero, Brawley, Ares, and Clay. The guys all live in the same house and Vero and Brawley have a relationship together prior to Kayla coming into their lives.
Kayla is a bartender who doesn't put up with other people's bad attitudes. She has an ex boyfriend that is trying to make her jealous with his current girlfriend which is the sister of Clay. One night when she's walking home she stops at the gas station down the road from the bar, where she runs into a mysterious man who is discussing the fact that paper bags at the grocery stores make trying to unalive someone impossible and she makes a joke about unaliving someone via papercuts.
Vero has mental health problems and has figured out how to live with it. He has his friends and coworker at Fear Island where they live and work to help him when he needs it, he also has Brawley his serious boyfriend who he can obsess over. One night he runs into Kayla and can't get her out of his head. He talks Brawley into letting him invite her to Fear Island to chase her.
Brawley is a fighter who is a giant of a man with big muscles that he knows how to use. He has an obsessive love for Vero where if another man touches him he gets violent! He sees Kayla as disposable and a passing fancy for Vero, until Vero has a mental episode and he sees that she's different and cares for Vero.
Clay is full of anger towards Kayla, after getting some wires crossed he thinks she is a threat to one of the only people he cares about: his sister. But he can't get her out of his mind after being apart of her Fear Island experience.
Ares is different, he doesn't see people the same way as the others, he's very internal and trier to get the upper hand when it comes to personal relationships where they trust him and feel like they owe him for something.
When they come together it's a thrill of running away and dark passions. But when they think the Vero is better from his mental episode and the guys leave him alone in the house he goes off the deep end again but this time publicly and in a way that hurts Kayla without Vero meaning to.
This is book one in this series and should be read in series order because it ends in a cliff hanger. For me this is a 5/5 star read and a 4/5 on the spicy scale. This is a darker romance and you should check the content warnings just in case.
Kayla is a bartender who doesn't put up with other people's bad attitudes. She has an ex boyfriend that is trying to make her jealous with his current girlfriend which is the sister of Clay. One night when she's walking home she stops at the gas station down the road from the bar, where she runs into a mysterious man who is discussing the fact that paper bags at the grocery stores make trying to unalive someone impossible and she makes a joke about unaliving someone via papercuts.
Vero has mental health problems and has figured out how to live with it. He has his friends and coworker at Fear Island where they live and work to help him when he needs it, he also has Brawley his serious boyfriend who he can obsess over. One night he runs into Kayla and can't get her out of his head. He talks Brawley into letting him invite her to Fear Island to chase her.
Brawley is a fighter who is a giant of a man with big muscles that he knows how to use. He has an obsessive love for Vero where if another man touches him he gets violent! He sees Kayla as disposable and a passing fancy for Vero, until Vero has a mental episode and he sees that she's different and cares for Vero.
Clay is full of anger towards Kayla, after getting some wires crossed he thinks she is a threat to one of the only people he cares about: his sister. But he can't get her out of his mind after being apart of her Fear Island experience.
Ares is different, he doesn't see people the same way as the others, he's very internal and trier to get the upper hand when it comes to personal relationships where they trust him and feel like they owe him for something.
When they come together it's a thrill of running away and dark passions. But when they think the Vero is better from his mental episode and the guys leave him alone in the house he goes off the deep end again but this time publicly and in a way that hurts Kayla without Vero meaning to.
This is book one in this series and should be read in series order because it ends in a cliff hanger. For me this is a 5/5 star read and a 4/5 on the spicy scale. This is a darker romance and you should check the content warnings just in case.
April 17, 2026
I don’t even know where to start because this book didn’t just grab me… it hunted me down, slapped a wristband on me, and said “run.” And I RAN. Straight through this book in one sitting like my life depended on it.
I’m Not Scared by Jaye Pratt is chaos in the best, most unhinged way. Fear Island? Absolutely feral concept. The rules? Barely there. The tension? Suffocating. It’s like stepping into a nightmare where you’re not entirely sure if you want to escape or stay a little longer just to see what happens next.
The whole setup is insane in the most addictive way. Masks, hunters, prey, no rules… just vibes and survival instincts. And the way it plays on fear?? Not just physical but psychological too. It gets under your skin and makes a home there. I swear I could feel my heart racing the entire time like I was the one being chased.
And the CHARACTERS. Holy hell.
Kayla?? Obsessed.
Vero?? I would follow her into battle no questions asked.
Brawley, Clay, Ares??? I don’t even have coherent thoughts, just keyboard smashing energy. They’re intense, unpredictable, and had me questioning my sanity because WHY am I rooting for this level of danger??
The chemistry?? Electric. Unsettling. Addictive. It’s that “this is a terrible idea but I’m leaning in anyway” kind of tension that makes you forget how to breathe properly.
And that ending?? Jail. Straight to jail. That cliffhanger hit like a trapdoor opening beneath my feet. I just sat there staring at my screen like… excuse me?? That’s where you’re leaving me?? I need part two like I need oxygen because this story has me in a chokehold.
This book is not gentle. It doesn’t ease you in. It throws you into the dark and says “figure it out.” And honestly? I loved every second of it.
If you’re even thinking about reading this… just do it. But be warned: once you step onto Fear Island, normal books might start feeling a little too safe.
I’m Not Scared by Jaye Pratt is chaos in the best, most unhinged way. Fear Island? Absolutely feral concept. The rules? Barely there. The tension? Suffocating. It’s like stepping into a nightmare where you’re not entirely sure if you want to escape or stay a little longer just to see what happens next.
The whole setup is insane in the most addictive way. Masks, hunters, prey, no rules… just vibes and survival instincts. And the way it plays on fear?? Not just physical but psychological too. It gets under your skin and makes a home there. I swear I could feel my heart racing the entire time like I was the one being chased.
And the CHARACTERS. Holy hell.
Kayla?? Obsessed.
Vero?? I would follow her into battle no questions asked.
Brawley, Clay, Ares??? I don’t even have coherent thoughts, just keyboard smashing energy. They’re intense, unpredictable, and had me questioning my sanity because WHY am I rooting for this level of danger??
The chemistry?? Electric. Unsettling. Addictive. It’s that “this is a terrible idea but I’m leaning in anyway” kind of tension that makes you forget how to breathe properly.
And that ending?? Jail. Straight to jail. That cliffhanger hit like a trapdoor opening beneath my feet. I just sat there staring at my screen like… excuse me?? That’s where you’re leaving me?? I need part two like I need oxygen because this story has me in a chokehold.
This book is not gentle. It doesn’t ease you in. It throws you into the dark and says “figure it out.” And honestly? I loved every second of it.
If you’re even thinking about reading this… just do it. But be warned: once you step onto Fear Island, normal books might start feeling a little too safe.
April 18, 2026
ARC review
Rounded up from 3.5 stars
A dark, twisted and addictive thrill ride with a side of chaos
This book is the first installment in the Masked men of fear island series. This series are a dark, unhinged and adrenaline fueled reverse harem. The book is full of blurred lines between fear, obsession and desire.
This story follows Kayla who stumbles into Fear island. A playground where masked hunters chase, torment and unleash their fantasies on willing participants. Kayla finds herself drawn into the island sinister allure. When Kayla signs up for a night of terror she gets more than she bargained for. She finds out she is not just playing their game, she's becoming part of it.
The atmosphere is unapologetically unhinged. The Island is haunting and the hunters are as dangerous as the games they play. The island has a nice duality, it is a family park by day, but a sadistic adult wonderland by night. It makes it feel unpredictable. The masked personas and the psychological torment create tension. In every corner there is a possibility for a new threat.
It goes without saying that the characters in this story are morally gray at least. Each and everyone has it own peeves and charms.
The book is not quite plot driven, but with the whole island as setting and backdrop the book is a lot more than just smutty scenes. That combined with the thickness of the book makes it a perfect read for a single sitting when you just want to get lost in your smutty horror fantasy.
Rounded up from 3.5 stars
A dark, twisted and addictive thrill ride with a side of chaos
This book is the first installment in the Masked men of fear island series. This series are a dark, unhinged and adrenaline fueled reverse harem. The book is full of blurred lines between fear, obsession and desire.
This story follows Kayla who stumbles into Fear island. A playground where masked hunters chase, torment and unleash their fantasies on willing participants. Kayla finds herself drawn into the island sinister allure. When Kayla signs up for a night of terror she gets more than she bargained for. She finds out she is not just playing their game, she's becoming part of it.
The atmosphere is unapologetically unhinged. The Island is haunting and the hunters are as dangerous as the games they play. The island has a nice duality, it is a family park by day, but a sadistic adult wonderland by night. It makes it feel unpredictable. The masked personas and the psychological torment create tension. In every corner there is a possibility for a new threat.
It goes without saying that the characters in this story are morally gray at least. Each and everyone has it own peeves and charms.
The book is not quite plot driven, but with the whole island as setting and backdrop the book is a lot more than just smutty scenes. That combined with the thickness of the book makes it a perfect read for a single sitting when you just want to get lost in your smutty horror fantasy.
July 12, 2026
I'm Not Scared Parts 1, 2 & 3 – JAYE Pratt ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I absolutely loved this new Masked Men of Fear Island series.
I'm reviewing all three books together because I devoured them back to back in under five hours. 😂 Since each novella ends on a cliffhanger until the third book, they really feel like one complete story.
Watching the dynamics between Kayla, Clay, Brawley, Vero, and Ares unfold was one of my favourite parts. Every character brings something different to the story, and their personalities, strengths, and flaws complement each other perfectly. Then there's Vero... 😂 He is completely bonkers in the best possible way, and somehow impossible not to love.
I also adored the found family of misfits that develops throughout the series, and I really enjoyed seeing the side characters woven into the story too.
These books are short, fast paced, and ridiculously addictive. They're marketed as dark romance, but I honestly found myself laughing just as much as I was hooked on the story. 😂 Maybe that's just me. I’m starting to think I have a problem 🤔.
For novellas, they pack an incredible amount of story, character development, humour, and emotion into such a small page count. That's something JAYE Pratt consistently does so well, and it's one of the reasons I enjoy her writing so much.
This entire trilogy was an easy 5-star read for me, and I can absolutely see myself revisiting Fear Island again. I'm already looking forward to the next instalment, Enter If You Dare.
Tropes & Themes
🖤 Dark Romance Novellas
🎭 Why Choose (MMFMM)
🎭 Masked Men
🎡 Carnival Setting
🖤 Morally Grey Characters
🫶 Found Family
🧠 Mental Health Representation
😂 Unhinged Humour
Please check the trigger warnings before reading. While each novella is fantastic on its own, they are designed to be read in order (Parts 1, 2, then 3) to get the full experience.
I absolutely loved this new Masked Men of Fear Island series.
I'm reviewing all three books together because I devoured them back to back in under five hours. 😂 Since each novella ends on a cliffhanger until the third book, they really feel like one complete story.
Watching the dynamics between Kayla, Clay, Brawley, Vero, and Ares unfold was one of my favourite parts. Every character brings something different to the story, and their personalities, strengths, and flaws complement each other perfectly. Then there's Vero... 😂 He is completely bonkers in the best possible way, and somehow impossible not to love.
I also adored the found family of misfits that develops throughout the series, and I really enjoyed seeing the side characters woven into the story too.
These books are short, fast paced, and ridiculously addictive. They're marketed as dark romance, but I honestly found myself laughing just as much as I was hooked on the story. 😂 Maybe that's just me. I’m starting to think I have a problem 🤔.
For novellas, they pack an incredible amount of story, character development, humour, and emotion into such a small page count. That's something JAYE Pratt consistently does so well, and it's one of the reasons I enjoy her writing so much.
This entire trilogy was an easy 5-star read for me, and I can absolutely see myself revisiting Fear Island again. I'm already looking forward to the next instalment, Enter If You Dare.
Tropes & Themes
🖤 Dark Romance Novellas
🎭 Why Choose (MMFMM)
🎭 Masked Men
🎡 Carnival Setting
🖤 Morally Grey Characters
🫶 Found Family
🧠 Mental Health Representation
😂 Unhinged Humour
Please check the trigger warnings before reading. While each novella is fantastic on its own, they are designed to be read in order (Parts 1, 2, then 3) to get the full experience.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This is the first book in a new and darker masked men series by Jaye Pratt. It is so unique, a bit unhinged, spicy with MM, and has a great mix of characters!
So for me, this book was like if the Midnight Mayhem series by Amo Jones had a baby with Jaye's masked men series. It's a great mashup of the vibes and atmosphere, and that like suspense or adrenaline that comes with the unique circumstances these characters are in. It's dark but not too dark. I love the whole premise of it being on an island that is a family-friendly theme park during the day and a dark, suspenseful, primal adult chase at night.
The characters, even the side characters that will hopefully have their own books in the future, are all so different and each has their own "thing". Whether it's a mental disorder, a love for spiders, being a hunting scarecrow, or feeding off violence, they all have something that makes them perfect for playing their part at the park. The MM in this book with Brawley and Vero is amazing! It's possessive, obsessive, raw, feral, and absolutely unhinged. They hold nothing back.
I really enjoyed reading this book! It's just different than anything I've read. The chase scenes are suspenseful and go through many different locations. The characters are all unique with something special about each one. The cliffhanger has me desperately needing the next book to see how everything gets resolved!
So for me, this book was like if the Midnight Mayhem series by Amo Jones had a baby with Jaye's masked men series. It's a great mashup of the vibes and atmosphere, and that like suspense or adrenaline that comes with the unique circumstances these characters are in. It's dark but not too dark. I love the whole premise of it being on an island that is a family-friendly theme park during the day and a dark, suspenseful, primal adult chase at night.
The characters, even the side characters that will hopefully have their own books in the future, are all so different and each has their own "thing". Whether it's a mental disorder, a love for spiders, being a hunting scarecrow, or feeding off violence, they all have something that makes them perfect for playing their part at the park. The MM in this book with Brawley and Vero is amazing! It's possessive, obsessive, raw, feral, and absolutely unhinged. They hold nothing back.
I really enjoyed reading this book! It's just different than anything I've read. The chase scenes are suspenseful and go through many different locations. The characters are all unique with something special about each one. The cliffhanger has me desperately needing the next book to see how everything gets resolved!
April 30, 2026
I don’t scare easily. It’s not a personality trait; it’s a fact. The same way it’s a fact that my ex is a cheating liar, my landlady is nosy, and the only person I’ve genuinely liked in a long time is the strange man I meet in a convenience store at midnight. The one who wants to talk about death by paper cuts. When he invites me to Fear Island, I don’t say no. Sometimes you have to think “screw it” and live your life. Especially when every bad thing that has ever happened to me was in a safe place.
Just when you thought Jaye couldn't make a book any better she hands you this gem and omg we totally ungraded from our masked men guys cause these boys are unhinged a bit insane totally hot and run around a crazy amusement park what more could you want.
I'm not scared centres on Kayla our fmc who we find out is apparently stalking her ex and his new gf who just happens to be the sister of one of the main characters. But enter Vero our mental I mean it's the only way to describe him MMC who decides to find out why Clay is watching this girl. But after Vero accidentally meets her he needs to know more and invites her to fear island to get to know her better and see if he can entice her into coming back to fear island for one of the chase nights and of course she agrees.
Trust me you want to read this book it is hot but now I need the second book so hurry up pretty please Jaye.
Just when you thought Jaye couldn't make a book any better she hands you this gem and omg we totally ungraded from our masked men guys cause these boys are unhinged a bit insane totally hot and run around a crazy amusement park what more could you want.
I'm not scared centres on Kayla our fmc who we find out is apparently stalking her ex and his new gf who just happens to be the sister of one of the main characters. But enter Vero our mental I mean it's the only way to describe him MMC who decides to find out why Clay is watching this girl. But after Vero accidentally meets her he needs to know more and invites her to fear island to get to know her better and see if he can entice her into coming back to fear island for one of the chase nights and of course she agrees.
Trust me you want to read this book it is hot but now I need the second book so hurry up pretty please Jaye.
April 13, 2026
Having read all of Jaye Pratt's masked men novella's, I thought that they could not get any better.
BUT, I was wrong! I'm not scared is in a whole new wheelhouse of expertise.
Written in such a manner, that yes there are definitely triggers that some may not be able to sit and read, but are written with such respect. #mentalhealthmatters
The unhinged Vero, who obviously suffers a mental illness, is surrounded by other unhinged monsters, that enables him to blend in and stay hidden. There is a reason he left his family behind and found his little bit of "Paradise" that suited his needs.
Brawley is Vero's and Vero belongs to Brawley. A great MM dynamic with plenty of spice.
Playing games on Fear Island once the sun goes down, Kayla is invited to attend. And she accepts, not sure what she is getting herself into.
There is a lot happening within the story. Kayla and her stalker ex. Clay and his sister. Ares with his secrets. Vero and Brawley with their own obsessive behaviour!
Vero saw Kayla and knew he needed to see her in his playground on Gear Island.
She has no fear! Or does she?
Having multiple POV's...Clay, Ares, Kayla, Brawley and Vero is a show of a great storyteller, and Jaye does it well.
Loved this story from the very first page right through to a cliff hanger I never saw coming.
Bring on Book 2! Cannot wait!!
BUT, I was wrong! I'm not scared is in a whole new wheelhouse of expertise.
Written in such a manner, that yes there are definitely triggers that some may not be able to sit and read, but are written with such respect. #mentalhealthmatters
The unhinged Vero, who obviously suffers a mental illness, is surrounded by other unhinged monsters, that enables him to blend in and stay hidden. There is a reason he left his family behind and found his little bit of "Paradise" that suited his needs.
Brawley is Vero's and Vero belongs to Brawley. A great MM dynamic with plenty of spice.
Playing games on Fear Island once the sun goes down, Kayla is invited to attend. And she accepts, not sure what she is getting herself into.
There is a lot happening within the story. Kayla and her stalker ex. Clay and his sister. Ares with his secrets. Vero and Brawley with their own obsessive behaviour!
Vero saw Kayla and knew he needed to see her in his playground on Gear Island.
She has no fear! Or does she?
Having multiple POV's...Clay, Ares, Kayla, Brawley and Vero is a show of a great storyteller, and Jaye does it well.
Loved this story from the very first page right through to a cliff hanger I never saw coming.
Bring on Book 2! Cannot wait!!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Kayla Doesn’t Fold
Some books you read. Some books grab you by the collar and refuse to let go. This one? Yeah… it’s the second kind.
I went in expecting to enjoy it because Jaye doesn’t really miss, but I didn’t expect to get this hooked this fast. It pulled me out of everything else I was reading and basically said, “nope, you live here now.”
What stands out most is how it manages to feel familiar and completely new at the same time. You can feel the DNA of the Masked Men series, but it’s not repeating anything. It’s evolving.
Vero is the kind of character that creeps up on you. One minute you’re curious, the next you’re fully invested in how his mind works. Kayla balances him perfectly. She’s sharp, grounded, and doesn’t bend for anyone, which makes every interaction feel charged, especially when she’s going head-to-head with Clay.
Then there’s Ares… who feels like a question mark I want to solve. There’s clearly more under the surface, and I’m already impatient for it.
And just when things start settling into a rhythm, that ending hits. Hard. What starts as a moment between Vero and Kayla turns into a full stop, “wait—WHAT just happened?” kind of cliffhanger.
If this is only the beginning, I’m already locked in. And honestly? I’m going to need more from this world… especially Cave. There’s a story there, I can feel it.
Some books you read. Some books grab you by the collar and refuse to let go. This one? Yeah… it’s the second kind.
I went in expecting to enjoy it because Jaye doesn’t really miss, but I didn’t expect to get this hooked this fast. It pulled me out of everything else I was reading and basically said, “nope, you live here now.”
What stands out most is how it manages to feel familiar and completely new at the same time. You can feel the DNA of the Masked Men series, but it’s not repeating anything. It’s evolving.
Vero is the kind of character that creeps up on you. One minute you’re curious, the next you’re fully invested in how his mind works. Kayla balances him perfectly. She’s sharp, grounded, and doesn’t bend for anyone, which makes every interaction feel charged, especially when she’s going head-to-head with Clay.
Then there’s Ares… who feels like a question mark I want to solve. There’s clearly more under the surface, and I’m already impatient for it.
And just when things start settling into a rhythm, that ending hits. Hard. What starts as a moment between Vero and Kayla turns into a full stop, “wait—WHAT just happened?” kind of cliffhanger.
If this is only the beginning, I’m already locked in. And honestly? I’m going to need more from this world… especially Cave. There’s a story there, I can feel it.
Review of advance copy received from Author
If this was just part one; I cannot wait for part two!
This is a much darker masked men novella than any of Jaye’s previous books - but I’m totally here for it.
I love Vero so much, & his relationship with Brawley is as unhinged as it is wholesome. Clay & Ares have their own dark tendencies, ones they feel no one will ever be able to handle.
After Vero has one conversation with Kayla, he knows she’s supposed to be his. When he brings her to Fear Island to look around, her anticipation rises, & Ares follows them around on the tour quietly watching & taking in everything she does. When she doesn’t flinch at Clay getting into her personal space, you know they all feel the same pull.
When Kayla gets the invite to the after hours Fear Island, she jumps at the chance. The experience is everything, it’s too much & too little at the same time.
But when Vero spirals & she’s just present for him, she isn’t prepared for his reaction when he turns up at the bar she works at. Brawley, Clay & Ares arrivals don’t do anything to help Kayla as she comes to terms with what’s happened.
This novella is left on a cliff hanger, & honestly it could end up anywhere in part two! What a ride, I need more!
This is a much darker masked men novella than any of Jaye’s previous books - but I’m totally here for it.
I love Vero so much, & his relationship with Brawley is as unhinged as it is wholesome. Clay & Ares have their own dark tendencies, ones they feel no one will ever be able to handle.
After Vero has one conversation with Kayla, he knows she’s supposed to be his. When he brings her to Fear Island to look around, her anticipation rises, & Ares follows them around on the tour quietly watching & taking in everything she does. When she doesn’t flinch at Clay getting into her personal space, you know they all feel the same pull.
When Kayla gets the invite to the after hours Fear Island, she jumps at the chance. The experience is everything, it’s too much & too little at the same time.
But when Vero spirals & she’s just present for him, she isn’t prepared for his reaction when he turns up at the bar she works at. Brawley, Clay & Ares arrivals don’t do anything to help Kayla as she comes to terms with what’s happened.
This novella is left on a cliff hanger, & honestly it could end up anywhere in part two! What a ride, I need more!
Review of advance copy received from Author
✨✨✨ ARC Review✨✨✨
✨Release Date: April 14, 2026✨
I'm Not Scared - Part One: Masked Men of Fear Island
Jaye Pratt
‼️Check Trigger Warnings‼️
⚠️⚠️⚠️
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️
✨ “Most people want to fix it.” “I’m not going to fix it, but I will sit here with you until you are ready to move.” ~ Kayla ✨
Wow, Jaye has done it again! I haven’t picked up a single one of her books that I didn’t absolutely devour. While there are multiple characters, the ones who stood out most to me were Brawley and Vero; the way they claim and obsess over each other is everything.
Vero and Kayla share a special understanding that’s both sweet and intense in its own way. As for Clay and Kayla, there’s definitely something different there, but I just couldn’t figure Clay out.
This book tackles a lot of mental instability, yet it’s written in a respectful, non-degrading way. It’s amazing how much plot and depth Jaye can pack into under 200 pages—she’s truly a master at it.
This was only part one in the series, and let me tell you, I need part two yesterday. That ending completely caught me off guard. This book releases April 14, 2026, and it’s one you’ll definitely want to add to your TBR.
✨Release Date: April 14, 2026✨
I'm Not Scared - Part One: Masked Men of Fear Island
Jaye Pratt
‼️Check Trigger Warnings‼️
⚠️⚠️⚠️
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️
✨ “Most people want to fix it.” “I’m not going to fix it, but I will sit here with you until you are ready to move.” ~ Kayla ✨
Wow, Jaye has done it again! I haven’t picked up a single one of her books that I didn’t absolutely devour. While there are multiple characters, the ones who stood out most to me were Brawley and Vero; the way they claim and obsess over each other is everything.
Vero and Kayla share a special understanding that’s both sweet and intense in its own way. As for Clay and Kayla, there’s definitely something different there, but I just couldn’t figure Clay out.
This book tackles a lot of mental instability, yet it’s written in a respectful, non-degrading way. It’s amazing how much plot and depth Jaye can pack into under 200 pages—she’s truly a master at it.
This was only part one in the series, and let me tell you, I need part two yesterday. That ending completely caught me off guard. This book releases April 14, 2026, and it’s one you’ll definitely want to add to your TBR.
July 13, 2026
I flew through this one! It was so short, and honestly all three parts probably could have been one full book but I wasn't complaining because I got to jump straight into part two!
The whole concept of Fear Island is SO fun. An attraction during the day that turns into something completely different for adults at night? Can I sign up? 😂 It was such a unique setting and definitely one of my favorite parts of the book.
I also loved that we got multiple POVs from all five main characters. It made it so easy to connect with everyone, and I loved getting to see each of their personalities and dynamics. This is a why choose romance with found family vibes, and the relationships between everyone were so much fun to watch develop.
The chemistry was fantastic, the spice was really good, and I was hooked from the beginning. Vero was definitely my favorite, but honestly I loved all of the MMCs and how different they each were. Their dynamic together just worked.
The only downside for me was that I wanted MORE. I easily could have read another 500 pages with these characters. It does end on a cliffhanger, but thankfully all three parts are already out, so I immediately jumped into book two.
This was my first Jaye Pratt book, and it definitely won't be my last!
The whole concept of Fear Island is SO fun. An attraction during the day that turns into something completely different for adults at night? Can I sign up? 😂 It was such a unique setting and definitely one of my favorite parts of the book.
I also loved that we got multiple POVs from all five main characters. It made it so easy to connect with everyone, and I loved getting to see each of their personalities and dynamics. This is a why choose romance with found family vibes, and the relationships between everyone were so much fun to watch develop.
The chemistry was fantastic, the spice was really good, and I was hooked from the beginning. Vero was definitely my favorite, but honestly I loved all of the MMCs and how different they each were. Their dynamic together just worked.
The only downside for me was that I wanted MORE. I easily could have read another 500 pages with these characters. It does end on a cliffhanger, but thankfully all three parts are already out, so I immediately jumped into book two.
This was my first Jaye Pratt book, and it definitely won't be my last!
April 13, 2026
I’m Not Scared Part 1 by Jaye Pratt
Rating - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice - 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Masked MMCs ✔️
Unhinged ✔️
Spice ✔️
Binge Worthy ✔️
Fear Island is a real scream - it'll either make or break you!!
By day, it's a popular family tourist attraction, but once night falls, for those who have been selected and have signed the NDA, that's when the real excitement begins.
This dark, why choose novella is an adult's kinky playground.
Vero's uniquely quirky personality completely steals the spotlight, and his relationship with Brawley is raw and passionate, fueled by mutual obsession.
Vero meets Kayla, and they both seemingly have a strong connection towards each other.
Kayla's the ultimate bad @rse – a fearless, no-nonsense FMC who knows exactly what she wants and isn't afraid to go after it.
Thoughts -
🪦I want more ASAP!!
🪦Jaye, Jaye, Jaye... that ending though?!
🪦It's dark, but not too dark - perfect for a pellet cleanser or for dipping your toes into the unknown.
🪦110% Approval.
I would like to thank Jaye Pratt, for this fantastic opportunity. I received this advanced reader copy in exchange for my honest opinion.🖤🖤
Rating - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice - 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Masked MMCs ✔️
Unhinged ✔️
Spice ✔️
Binge Worthy ✔️
Fear Island is a real scream - it'll either make or break you!!
By day, it's a popular family tourist attraction, but once night falls, for those who have been selected and have signed the NDA, that's when the real excitement begins.
This dark, why choose novella is an adult's kinky playground.
Vero's uniquely quirky personality completely steals the spotlight, and his relationship with Brawley is raw and passionate, fueled by mutual obsession.
Vero meets Kayla, and they both seemingly have a strong connection towards each other.
Kayla's the ultimate bad @rse – a fearless, no-nonsense FMC who knows exactly what she wants and isn't afraid to go after it.
Thoughts -
🪦I want more ASAP!!
🪦Jaye, Jaye, Jaye... that ending though?!
🪦It's dark, but not too dark - perfect for a pellet cleanser or for dipping your toes into the unknown.
🪦110% Approval.
I would like to thank Jaye Pratt, for this fantastic opportunity. I received this advanced reader copy in exchange for my honest opinion.🖤🖤
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