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Fated Mate Bonds #4
Pretty Little Shadow
I made a bargain with a fae king—then drank his blood, started turning back into a vampire, and found out I'm his fated mate.
He's made it clear that he's going to be in my life one way or another, no matter how I feel or what I do about it.
And I need his blood to survive now, which means I can't just leave him.
So, I let him into my life.
Reluctantly.
Just as friends.
Even if he keeps calling me his Shadow and making me want things I've never even considered before.
It's going to take everything I have not to fall in love with this fae king. And the more I get to know him, the more I wonder if I should even bother.
Because he's after my heart… and I think I might want him to have it.
*This is a spicy romance with a happily ever after
He's made it clear that he's going to be in my life one way or another, no matter how I feel or what I do about it.
And I need his blood to survive now, which means I can't just leave him.
So, I let him into my life.
Reluctantly.
Just as friends.
Even if he keeps calling me his Shadow and making me want things I've never even considered before.
It's going to take everything I have not to fall in love with this fae king. And the more I get to know him, the more I wonder if I should even bother.
Because he's after my heart… and I think I might want him to have it.
*This is a spicy romance with a happily ever after
312 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 20, 2026
About the author
Lola Glass
122 books2,940 followersLola is a book lover with a *slight* romance obsession and a passion for love. Especially love between sassy women and huge, growly magical men ;)
When she's not reading or writing up a storm, she's hanging out with her husband and three kids, or baking something sugary that she *probably* shouldn't eat (but will).
A guide to her books can be found on her website. All of her series can be read entirely on their own, so there's no necessary reading order.
For a full list of her work, check out https://www.authorlolaglass.com/
When she's not reading or writing up a storm, she's hanging out with her husband and three kids, or baking something sugary that she *probably* shouldn't eat (but will).
A guide to her books can be found on her website. All of her series can be read entirely on their own, so there's no necessary reading order.
For a full list of her work, check out https://www.authorlolaglass.com/
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dont-want-to-read
July 30, 2026I won't make myself read this. Dare is a manwhore and Rae is a virgin. Gag me.
I'm pretty sure this is going to be negative motivation city all over again and I don't have the patience.
I'm pretty sure this is going to be negative motivation city all over again and I don't have the patience.
May 30, 2026
3.5/5⭐️
Buen cierre.
En los dos últimos la serie mejoró.
Y en este, gracias a Dios, Wren y Jonah ni pinchan ni cortan.
El romance me gustó mucho.
Buen cierre.
En los dos últimos la serie mejoró.
Y en este, gracias a Dios, Wren y Jonah ni pinchan ni cortan.
El romance me gustó mucho.
June 8, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️✨ (3.5/5)
Pretty Little Shadow by Lola Glass
Pretty Little Shadow,, the last part of the Fated Mate Bonds series, offers the same mix of paranormal romance and emotional tension fans expect, but it didn’t quite stand out for me. The writing is easy to get into, and the core idea of fated mates still holds appeal. There are some strong moments of chemistry and darker elements that add interest to the story.
However, the pacing felt uneven. Parts of the book dragged, and it could have been tighter overall, shortening some sections would have made the story more engaging. I also expected a bit more depth and impact, especially compared to earlier books in the series.
It’s still an enjoyable read, particularly for fans already invested in the world, but not the strongest instalment.
Pretty Little Shadow by Lola Glass
Pretty Little Shadow,, the last part of the Fated Mate Bonds series, offers the same mix of paranormal romance and emotional tension fans expect, but it didn’t quite stand out for me. The writing is easy to get into, and the core idea of fated mates still holds appeal. There are some strong moments of chemistry and darker elements that add interest to the story.
However, the pacing felt uneven. Parts of the book dragged, and it could have been tighter overall, shortening some sections would have made the story more engaging. I also expected a bit more depth and impact, especially compared to earlier books in the series.
It’s still an enjoyable read, particularly for fans already invested in the world, but not the strongest instalment.
May 24, 2026
3.5 rounded up
May 23, 2026
Not my favorite book in the series
May 21, 2026
I think I was expecting more from Dare’s perspective. It was a nice ending to the series but I wanted more. There was not a conflict except the internal for Rae.
Did Not Finish
June 4, 2026DNF after the first few chapters
The series gradually got worse and I currently have no interest in the series and characters anymore
The series gradually got worse and I currently have no interest in the series and characters anymore
June 3, 2026
3.5! These books are my quick read happy place. The plot isn't super in depth but they are cute and a quick read. Loved the wraith and Darius throughout this whole series and I could not wait for this to be released.
May 20, 2026
This is the perfect paranormal fated mates series. PERFECT.
May 23, 2026
2.5⭐️
July 19, 2026
4.75⭐️
2🌶
This was my favourite in the series. I loved the banter between Rae and Dare. Funny, swoony, and easy to read. I have really enjoyed this series. Definitely recommend.
2🌶
This was my favourite in the series. I loved the banter between Rae and Dare. Funny, swoony, and easy to read. I have really enjoyed this series. Definitely recommend.
May 28, 2026
No !! This can’t be the end of the Fated Mate Bonds series ! Rae and Darius are perfect together and I loved Rae and Kat’s friendship developing so effortlessly, especially with Rae being such an introvert. This book was the perfect ending to the whole series, it has love, adversity, history, everything you want in a love story.5✨’s & 5🌶️’s for the heat !.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 24, 2026
Good but not great!
H: Darius Scorch-Apathy
h: Raven Levin- Rae/The Wraith/Shadow- Shadow assassin
Throughout the previous books (book 1- Callum, book 2-Livy and book 3-Mer) now is Darius book. We get to know what's going on with him. He has apathy which turns into depression if he is not constantly doing something or being stimulated in some way. After the rest of his family found his mate, he decided to work at the cafe store in an attempt to find his mate by doing favors/bargains with people. We learned in Book 3 that there might be a chance that Rae might be his mate. Rae went through her own hell when she was younger and was being held by her dad, and he tried his best to k*ll here. There the shadows took over her, and she slowly lost being a vampire and thanks to the shadows that kept her alive. Meeting Darius and actually consenting on a bargain and after she bit him, he realized she was his mate. Soon shadow realized that her biting Darius is forcing her to once again become a vampire, and her shadows slowly went to Darius. I felt like this story didn’t have a lot going on with the characters (drama I mean) that the little issues that came up was resolved within a chapter or two.
I liked this story, can't say that is my favorite maybe because I was ready to get this series to be over.
**Even though book 1- that felt over-whelming by all the characters being added, it was still my favorite**
H: Darius Scorch-Apathy
h: Raven Levin- Rae/The Wraith/Shadow- Shadow assassin
Throughout the previous books (book 1- Callum, book 2-Livy and book 3-Mer) now is Darius book. We get to know what's going on with him. He has apathy which turns into depression if he is not constantly doing something or being stimulated in some way. After the rest of his family found his mate, he decided to work at the cafe store in an attempt to find his mate by doing favors/bargains with people. We learned in Book 3 that there might be a chance that Rae might be his mate. Rae went through her own hell when she was younger and was being held by her dad, and he tried his best to k*ll here. There the shadows took over her, and she slowly lost being a vampire and thanks to the shadows that kept her alive. Meeting Darius and actually consenting on a bargain and after she bit him, he realized she was his mate. Soon shadow realized that her biting Darius is forcing her to once again become a vampire, and her shadows slowly went to Darius. I felt like this story didn’t have a lot going on with the characters (drama I mean) that the little issues that came up was resolved within a chapter or two.
I liked this story, can't say that is my favorite maybe because I was ready to get this series to be over.
**Even though book 1- that felt over-whelming by all the characters being added, it was still my favorite**
May 24, 2026
I didn't quite understand the effects of Darius's magic in the other books. I understood it in this book more.
I liked Dare giving Rae space but her also obsessing over him. The web page dedicated to Dare cracked me up.
Rae or Raven turning back into a vampire and it being revealed her evil father was the one who sabotaged Grayson's friends.
Rae & Dare bonding over video games & takeout foods was cute. Their love scenes were pretty hot. The transition and fear of Rae becoming more dependent on Darius was well-written, but I didn't like the, Darius buys her everything that is super expensive & etc. Female characters going from strength and not materialistic to dependent and spoiled annoys me.
Again, the meshing of the fae's and their mates was corny but cute.
Rae proving her strength & training without magic by fighting Dare was great. Rae also softening to the idea of Darius going with her was cute.
I really enjoyed this series. Each female character and each male character were different enough that it wasn't like re-reading the same book like it can be with Lola Glass's book.
I liked Dare giving Rae space but her also obsessing over him. The web page dedicated to Dare cracked me up.
Rae or Raven turning back into a vampire and it being revealed her evil father was the one who sabotaged Grayson's friends.
Rae & Dare bonding over video games & takeout foods was cute. Their love scenes were pretty hot. The transition and fear of Rae becoming more dependent on Darius was well-written, but I didn't like the, Darius buys her everything that is super expensive & etc. Female characters going from strength and not materialistic to dependent and spoiled annoys me.
Again, the meshing of the fae's and their mates was corny but cute.
Rae proving her strength & training without magic by fighting Dare was great. Rae also softening to the idea of Darius going with her was cute.
I really enjoyed this series. Each female character and each male character were different enough that it wasn't like re-reading the same book like it can be with Lola Glass's book.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 2, 2026
✨ ARC Review ✨
Returning to the world of Fated Mate Bonds felt like coming home—if home happened to be filled with supernatural drama, dangerous secrets, and irresistible fated mates. Pretty Little Shadow by Lola Glass is a fantastic continuation of a series I've thoroughly enjoyed, and it reminded me exactly why I fell in love with this world in the first place.
One of my favourite things about this book is how seamlessly it builds upon the foundations laid in the earlier installments. The world continues to expand, the stakes continue to rise, and every new revelation adds another layer to an already captivating series. As a returning reader, I loved seeing familiar elements woven together with fresh challenges and surprises that kept me eagerly turning pages.
Lola Glass has a gift for creating characters that feel real, flawed, and easy to become emotionally invested in. I found myself completely immersed in their struggles, victories, and relationships. The emotional depth throughout the story made every triumph feel sweeter and every setback hit a little harder.
And of course, the romance delivered everything I was hoping for. The chemistry is undeniable, the tension is delicious, and the fated mate dynamics never fail to keep me hooked. There were moments that made me swoon, moments that made me anxious, and more than a few that left me desperate to know what would happen next.
What makes this series stand out for me is how it balances romance, action, and emotional storytelling. It's not just about finding your mate—it's about trust, growth, loyalty, and discovering your own strength along the way. Pretty Little Shadow continues that journey beautifully while still bringing plenty of excitement and surprises to the table.
As an ARC reader, I was thrilled to get an early chance to dive back into this world. This book reminded me why the Fated Mate Bonds series has become such a fun and addictive read. If you've been following the series, you're definitely going to want to pick this one up. And if you haven't started yet, now might be the perfect time to begin.
Returning to the world of Fated Mate Bonds felt like coming home—if home happened to be filled with supernatural drama, dangerous secrets, and irresistible fated mates. Pretty Little Shadow by Lola Glass is a fantastic continuation of a series I've thoroughly enjoyed, and it reminded me exactly why I fell in love with this world in the first place.
One of my favourite things about this book is how seamlessly it builds upon the foundations laid in the earlier installments. The world continues to expand, the stakes continue to rise, and every new revelation adds another layer to an already captivating series. As a returning reader, I loved seeing familiar elements woven together with fresh challenges and surprises that kept me eagerly turning pages.
Lola Glass has a gift for creating characters that feel real, flawed, and easy to become emotionally invested in. I found myself completely immersed in their struggles, victories, and relationships. The emotional depth throughout the story made every triumph feel sweeter and every setback hit a little harder.
And of course, the romance delivered everything I was hoping for. The chemistry is undeniable, the tension is delicious, and the fated mate dynamics never fail to keep me hooked. There were moments that made me swoon, moments that made me anxious, and more than a few that left me desperate to know what would happen next.
What makes this series stand out for me is how it balances romance, action, and emotional storytelling. It's not just about finding your mate—it's about trust, growth, loyalty, and discovering your own strength along the way. Pretty Little Shadow continues that journey beautifully while still bringing plenty of excitement and surprises to the table.
As an ARC reader, I was thrilled to get an early chance to dive back into this world. This book reminded me why the Fated Mate Bonds series has become such a fun and addictive read. If you've been following the series, you're definitely going to want to pick this one up. And if you haven't started yet, now might be the perfect time to begin.
May 21, 2026
We got a peek of these pair in a couple of scenes in Merrily and Darke book, but I was a bit worried about how both of their personalities would work together. On one side, Darius had been described like a person people, always with someone or in some party and making bargains, but once we got a good explanation of how his magic taxes him we realize that's not who he is, that was just a reflection of the magic messing his life. On the other side, we got Rae with a very tragic past that make her very skittish of people in general and has several trust issues.
At the beginning of the book I was worried that their different personalities would crash so much that their relationship would not feel authentic, but nothing further from the truth! There were some misunderstandings and small conflicts in the first half of the story, but personally I felt like these difficulties just cemented the base of their relationship and permitted the growth of companionship en trust between them. I felt like the struggles of both main characters were so clearly and naturally represented that I was able to empathize with them in a more deep level and in my opinion that definitely was a positive point for the story. I loved how Darius always tried to give Rae the space and time she needed to process even if it was killing him (especially at the beginning), and how unknowingly Rae fell in love with him despite how hard it was for her to accept and trust someone new in her life. And I really felt like the spicy scenes here were perfectly timed with the storyline. This story was the perfect final part to this series, but I hope Lola wants to come back to these world, and we will get a peek of these characters again in the future!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
At the beginning of the book I was worried that their different personalities would crash so much that their relationship would not feel authentic, but nothing further from the truth! There were some misunderstandings and small conflicts in the first half of the story, but personally I felt like these difficulties just cemented the base of their relationship and permitted the growth of companionship en trust between them. I felt like the struggles of both main characters were so clearly and naturally represented that I was able to empathize with them in a more deep level and in my opinion that definitely was a positive point for the story. I loved how Darius always tried to give Rae the space and time she needed to process even if it was killing him (especially at the beginning), and how unknowingly Rae fell in love with him despite how hard it was for her to accept and trust someone new in her life. And I really felt like the spicy scenes here were perfectly timed with the storyline. This story was the perfect final part to this series, but I hope Lola wants to come back to these world, and we will get a peek of these characters again in the future!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 27, 2026
Great ending to this series
Another lovely wonderful paranormal fated mates romance by Lola Glass. Lola’s stories are always so well written with humour, banter, romance and human nature (worries, insecurities, etc causing problems) and this one is no different. It's full of a mix of wonderful characters with brilliant chemistry (both main and side characters), friendships, a shadow/vampire and fae royal, shifters, demons and other paranormals, characters who struggle with their powers, an obsessed MMC, assassin FMC, heaps of humor, cheeky banter and plenty of sweet spice💖. I couldn't put down and read it in a day; would strongly recommend.
After meeting him at Grayson's home Rae hasn't been able to stop thinking about Darius and decides to take him up on his offer of a bargain. But once she's been with him and tasted his blood she finds her obsession with him doesn’t end and has a shock when he arrives on her doorstep with a bag commenting on their mate mark.
Rae and Darius are wonderful together, though he's trying to be a little too careful making her worry for the wrong reasons.
"Take it slow," Grayson warned me. "Don't scare her off."
"She's already been scared off. Now, I have to lure her back," I called over my shoulder, on my way out. "Luckily, luring people is my specialty."
But watching them work out their relationship is wonderful; and the banter with the rest of the family is great.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Another lovely wonderful paranormal fated mates romance by Lola Glass. Lola’s stories are always so well written with humour, banter, romance and human nature (worries, insecurities, etc causing problems) and this one is no different. It's full of a mix of wonderful characters with brilliant chemistry (both main and side characters), friendships, a shadow/vampire and fae royal, shifters, demons and other paranormals, characters who struggle with their powers, an obsessed MMC, assassin FMC, heaps of humor, cheeky banter and plenty of sweet spice💖. I couldn't put down and read it in a day; would strongly recommend.
After meeting him at Grayson's home Rae hasn't been able to stop thinking about Darius and decides to take him up on his offer of a bargain. But once she's been with him and tasted his blood she finds her obsession with him doesn’t end and has a shock when he arrives on her doorstep with a bag commenting on their mate mark.
Rae and Darius are wonderful together, though he's trying to be a little too careful making her worry for the wrong reasons.
"Take it slow," Grayson warned me. "Don't scare her off."
"She's already been scared off. Now, I have to lure her back," I called over my shoulder, on my way out. "Luckily, luring people is my specialty."
But watching them work out their relationship is wonderful; and the banter with the rest of the family is great.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
*I got an arc*
CW: abuse (in the past); graphic sex
TLDR: An unexpectedly sweet (and sassy!) end to the quartet! Kat + Rae= World Domination?
I was so excited for this book that I checked BookSprout every few days to see if the arc popped up there without notifying me (it hadn't and never has before but I was just TOO PUMPED).
Rae & Darius's relationship captivated me before they were got their own book. Dare's desperation for a mate versus Rae's distrust of everyone makes for a rather engaging read (especially since Dare wants to focus on Rae and she wants him to get a life and some hobbies). However, my favourite thing in the book is Rae's developing friendship with Kat. In a world of magic and immortals, their friendship is beautifully ordinary: a friendship forged from being involved with the same family and having similar struggles and desires. Their text conversations truly ground the story in a beautiful way.
While I think there could be a bit more world-building in these books (I would love to know more about outside the city), these books are what they set out to be: easy-read paranormal romances for when the real world is just a bit much.
CW: abuse (in the past); graphic sex
TLDR: An unexpectedly sweet (and sassy!) end to the quartet! Kat + Rae= World Domination?
I was so excited for this book that I checked BookSprout every few days to see if the arc popped up there without notifying me (it hadn't and never has before but I was just TOO PUMPED).
Rae & Darius's relationship captivated me before they were got their own book. Dare's desperation for a mate versus Rae's distrust of everyone makes for a rather engaging read (especially since Dare wants to focus on Rae and she wants him to get a life and some hobbies). However, my favourite thing in the book is Rae's developing friendship with Kat. In a world of magic and immortals, their friendship is beautifully ordinary: a friendship forged from being involved with the same family and having similar struggles and desires. Their text conversations truly ground the story in a beautiful way.
While I think there could be a bit more world-building in these books (I would love to know more about outside the city), these books are what they set out to be: easy-read paranormal romances for when the real world is just a bit much.
May 31, 2026
Rae is waffling over making a Deal with Darius, one of the Fae Royals. She is obsessed with him, constantly checking the website that follows him around all of the time. As soon as she meets up with Darius at the bar and bartends a bit, I headed into giggle land. lol. Rae feels seen by him. They make the Deal and things get romantic and a bit hot and steamy. He tells her what he wants and she is scared as heck when he finds her the next morning afterwards at her apartment, where hardly anyone knows where that is.
Rae’s response that she is mated to him, is pretty much what I expected. But, it is also hilarious and how horrified she is, and the texting is hilarious as well. I swear I spent half the book giggling like a teenager. Darius gives new meaning to Holy Hotness!
Just when everything is starting to go really well, things get messed up, because she took a job while he was being a barista. He thinks that she should’ve took him or someone else with her. Proving herself later on in front of all the Fae Royals, Kat & Grayson was hilarious and hot. I loved it.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Rae’s response that she is mated to him, is pretty much what I expected. But, it is also hilarious and how horrified she is, and the texting is hilarious as well. I swear I spent half the book giggling like a teenager. Darius gives new meaning to Holy Hotness!
Just when everything is starting to go really well, things get messed up, because she took a job while he was being a barista. He thinks that she should’ve took him or someone else with her. Proving herself later on in front of all the Fae Royals, Kat & Grayson was hilarious and hot. I loved it.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 19, 2026
I’m genuinely sad this is the last book in the series. It’s been such a good ride, and Lola keeps proving she knows how to write characters you actually care about. This one is no different.
Rae started off so closed off, so convinced she didn’t need anyone, and watching her slowly fall for Darius without meaning to was so heartwarming. Their texting had me giggling constantly. And I loved that the other couples showed up and we got to see them be part of the story. It made the whole world feel alive.
Rae checking up on Darius, keeping tabs on what he was doing and who he was with, was the biggest giveaway that she was already hooked. And her friendship with Kat felt so important. Rae finally had a girlfriend who understood her, and who she could talk to.
Both Rae and Darius carried this deep loneliness, both of them convinced they were meant to be alone. Rae thought she didn’t need anyone, and Darius had given up on ever finding a mate who could handle his power. Their journeys hit hard.
This book was all about loyalty, friendship, and family. The banter was sharp, the emotions landed, the spice was hot, and the characters felt real and relatable.
Rae started off so closed off, so convinced she didn’t need anyone, and watching her slowly fall for Darius without meaning to was so heartwarming. Their texting had me giggling constantly. And I loved that the other couples showed up and we got to see them be part of the story. It made the whole world feel alive.
Rae checking up on Darius, keeping tabs on what he was doing and who he was with, was the biggest giveaway that she was already hooked. And her friendship with Kat felt so important. Rae finally had a girlfriend who understood her, and who she could talk to.
Both Rae and Darius carried this deep loneliness, both of them convinced they were meant to be alone. Rae thought she didn’t need anyone, and Darius had given up on ever finding a mate who could handle his power. Their journeys hit hard.
This book was all about loyalty, friendship, and family. The banter was sharp, the emotions landed, the spice was hot, and the characters felt real and relatable.
May 22, 2026
This is an incredibly exciting collection.
We get to hear about the final Fae Royal, Darius and Rae (Shadow) in this final book. It makes you wonder why the fates have chosen two mates who are so totally opposite of each other, putting someone who attracts everyone’s attention with someone who can’t even look at another person in the eye. Yet, on a deeper level we find both are so lost, so lonely, just going through the motions of what they know, that just possibly they could save each other. I really loved the side friendship that developed between Rae and Kat, they fit so perfectly on so many levels, it was just what the series needed. As with the other books in this series, you get good writing, humor, threats, surprises, a scorching hot relationship, uniquely crafted characters, and an intensely pulse raising storyline that keeps you interested and guessing. The emotions, wow! This is a GREAT series about family, friendship, and loyalty.
"This is my honest review of an advanced reader copy, and I am leaving this review voluntarily."
We get to hear about the final Fae Royal, Darius and Rae (Shadow) in this final book. It makes you wonder why the fates have chosen two mates who are so totally opposite of each other, putting someone who attracts everyone’s attention with someone who can’t even look at another person in the eye. Yet, on a deeper level we find both are so lost, so lonely, just going through the motions of what they know, that just possibly they could save each other. I really loved the side friendship that developed between Rae and Kat, they fit so perfectly on so many levels, it was just what the series needed. As with the other books in this series, you get good writing, humor, threats, surprises, a scorching hot relationship, uniquely crafted characters, and an intensely pulse raising storyline that keeps you interested and guessing. The emotions, wow! This is a GREAT series about family, friendship, and loyalty.
"This is my honest review of an advanced reader copy, and I am leaving this review voluntarily."
June 3, 2026
2.5/3 Stars
Cute. Not my favorite of the series. I'm not sure I enjoyed the dynamic of Dare and Rae a much as the others in the series or their journey. Likely a me issue tbh.
I kinda feel bummed we never got closure about Grayson's friends Dante and Jasmine who were in the prison. I was surprised we didn't see them freed as in Grayson's book we saw him and Mer make the first step in attempting to get them out but otherwise nothing else. I was hoping to learn they were freed but this book offered nada.
Other than Rae feeling guilty over her nut job father's attempt at a coup which landed Grayson's friends in the prison in the first place.
So, not too happy about the lack of continuity with that part of the story as it felt very important in Grayson's story since Dante and Jasmine were like family to him and he'd been trying to find a way to free them for so long. I was hoping Rae, basically being Grayson's adopted sister would play a part in freeing them when Graysons book ended without closure on that but I was obviously wrong.
Cute. Not my favorite of the series. I'm not sure I enjoyed the dynamic of Dare and Rae a much as the others in the series or their journey. Likely a me issue tbh.
I kinda feel bummed we never got closure about Grayson's friends Dante and Jasmine who were in the prison. I was surprised we didn't see them freed as in Grayson's book we saw him and Mer make the first step in attempting to get them out but otherwise nothing else. I was hoping to learn they were freed but this book offered nada.
Other than Rae feeling guilty over her nut job father's attempt at a coup which landed Grayson's friends in the prison in the first place.
So, not too happy about the lack of continuity with that part of the story as it felt very important in Grayson's story since Dante and Jasmine were like family to him and he'd been trying to find a way to free them for so long. I was hoping Rae, basically being Grayson's adopted sister would play a part in freeing them when Graysons book ended without closure on that but I was obviously wrong.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I finished Pretty Little Shadow by Lola Glass last night and I LOVED IT! I DEVOURED it!!
I think this may be my favorite book in this series, although I loved them all.
Dare and Rae were adorable together and so sweet. The way Dare wooed Rae and continued to show up for her while she was scared of what they had together made me kick my feet like a giddy girl.
We all know how much I LOVE fated mates so I gobbled this story and it pulled me out of the rest of the funk that the end of Fury Bound put me in with its cliffhanger.
If you love fated mates and haven’t read Lola Glass yet, what are you waiting for?! I have read pretty much ALL her books and I haven’t met one I didn’t devour. Her books always make my heart happy by the end and I have loved reading them all. This one is included and I recommend it and the whole series!
I think this may be my favorite book in this series, although I loved them all.
Dare and Rae were adorable together and so sweet. The way Dare wooed Rae and continued to show up for her while she was scared of what they had together made me kick my feet like a giddy girl.
We all know how much I LOVE fated mates so I gobbled this story and it pulled me out of the rest of the funk that the end of Fury Bound put me in with its cliffhanger.
If you love fated mates and haven’t read Lola Glass yet, what are you waiting for?! I have read pretty much ALL her books and I haven’t met one I didn’t devour. Her books always make my heart happy by the end and I have loved reading them all. This one is included and I recommend it and the whole series!
June 17, 2026
Perfect ending to the series. Can't wait for what she writes next. Untill then, I'll just have to read the few series of her I haven't gotten around to read.
Reading this series made me realize that I have all the fae's problems. Oversensitive, anxious, depression and constant chronic pain. Damn I'm gonna need a harem of mates to finally be able to live a little.
Dare and Rae are the cutest most dumb (emotionally speaking) couple of them all but I love them all the same. Specially when Rae took a stand and force him to face his feelings without "the 3rd arc breakup" just in clever ways making him realize his mistakes and her own faults and talking them through. But it was still fun to read him setting himself on fire.
I'm gonna miss this group they all have a special place in my heart.
Reading this series made me realize that I have all the fae's problems. Oversensitive, anxious, depression and constant chronic pain. Damn I'm gonna need a harem of mates to finally be able to live a little.
Dare and Rae are the cutest most dumb (emotionally speaking) couple of them all but I love them all the same. Specially when Rae took a stand and force him to face his feelings without "the 3rd arc breakup" just in clever ways making him realize his mistakes and her own faults and talking them through. But it was still fun to read him setting himself on fire.
I'm gonna miss this group they all have a special place in my heart.
Review of advance copy received from Author
PRETY LITTLE SHADOW is my favorite out of the four books in the FATED MATES BONDS series. We get to visit with everyone from the previous three books, PLUS we get to witness the most tortured of all the Fae Royalty, Darius, find his fated mate and finally find peace. Speaking of his fated mate, Rae is such a black cat—a lovable, damaged, secretly sensitive black cat. Their story is so, so good.
*** Recommended ***
MMC:
✨Darius
FMC:
✨Rae
HEA/Cliffhanger:
✨HEA
Series:
✨Book 4of4: Fated Mates Bonds
Tropes:
👉paranormal romance
👉vampire romance
👉fae soulmates romance
👉touch him and ☠️
Triggers:🛑see content warning page/author’s website for full list🛑
💥18+
💥 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️, mf, open🚪sex.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
*** Recommended ***
MMC:
✨Darius
FMC:
✨Rae
HEA/Cliffhanger:
✨HEA
Series:
✨Book 4of4: Fated Mates Bonds
Tropes:
👉paranormal romance
👉vampire romance
👉fae soulmates romance
👉touch him and ☠️
Triggers:🛑see content warning page/author’s website for full list🛑
💥18+
💥 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️, mf, open🚪sex.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy
I loved this book so much! I loved this series so much! I loved the ending, but I'm also kinda devastated that it's over. I'm gonna miss these characters so much
Rae and Dare were a great example of how sometimes your own anxieties and hangups can be your biggest obstacles, and it was so nice to read them working through things together and separately to get the HEA they both deserved. Also, their family helping them figure things out? The best. I love a good found/chosen family storyline. Anyway, great ending, but I'm sad it's over. Maybe someday we'll get more stories in Rumor? I'm sure there are lots of other characters to tell there. Please, Lola? Please?.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Rae and Dare were a great example of how sometimes your own anxieties and hangups can be your biggest obstacles, and it was so nice to read them working through things together and separately to get the HEA they both deserved. Also, their family helping them figure things out? The best. I love a good found/chosen family storyline. Anyway, great ending, but I'm sad it's over. Maybe someday we'll get more stories in Rumor? I'm sure there are lots of other characters to tell there. Please, Lola? Please?.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 24, 2026
If I could give this book 6 stars, I would.
I loved al the characters from this world (and I loved the world) but I just knew I'd love Dare's story a bit more. And I did. What a perfect charry on top of the cake, to end a series with a bang.
These characters are so believable. They're flawed, but endearing. I love that we get to see them build friendships with other people, and we get windows into the lives of the other characters from the book, and I love that we can see actual growth, the MC's learning from their mistakes and being different the next time.
Dare is fun, Rae is, too. They're so cute together. UGH!
My only problem is that this is the end of the series. Lola, I beg you, start a new series in this world. It's so interesting. I haven't had enough, haha!
I loved al the characters from this world (and I loved the world) but I just knew I'd love Dare's story a bit more. And I did. What a perfect charry on top of the cake, to end a series with a bang.
These characters are so believable. They're flawed, but endearing. I love that we get to see them build friendships with other people, and we get windows into the lives of the other characters from the book, and I love that we can see actual growth, the MC's learning from their mistakes and being different the next time.
Dare is fun, Rae is, too. They're so cute together. UGH!
My only problem is that this is the end of the series. Lola, I beg you, start a new series in this world. It's so interesting. I haven't had enough, haha!
June 3, 2026
These stories got spicier the farther the series went on and this book has an mmc with lust magic and an fmc who makes a deal with him to experience it. The characters were so different from each other and I loved that it played a roll in our fmc struggling to accept the bond. There were quite a few moments where I really felt the level of immaturity was a bit much but that’s fine. I also wanted to scream at them to communicate better but these two had a lot of random trauma to work through and they both had crazy stubborn and strong personalities 🤷🏼♀️
Regardless of the little bits here and there I didn’t love, I still had a great time reading this story! I cannot wait to see what she’s got in store for us next.
Regardless of the little bits here and there I didn’t love, I still had a great time reading this story! I cannot wait to see what she’s got in store for us next.
Review of advance copy
Review of an Advance copy received from author
This was my least favourite of the series. For me it peaked with Liv and Niall. I don’t know if it’s Glass’ writing style that I don’t get on with but she tells as opposed to shows it makes the books short and snappy but I struggle to immerse myself in it.
One thing I really didn’t enjoy about this one was Rae’s hard boundaries being slowly erased - I understand that they were there because of trauma and she can finally trust someone but it felt like she was making all the compromises here. Also I’d be HELLA mad about not being able to teleport anymore? Yeh yeh she’s alive again but like now she has to drive??? Nahhh man
This was my least favourite of the series. For me it peaked with Liv and Niall. I don’t know if it’s Glass’ writing style that I don’t get on with but she tells as opposed to shows it makes the books short and snappy but I struggle to immerse myself in it.
One thing I really didn’t enjoy about this one was Rae’s hard boundaries being slowly erased - I understand that they were there because of trauma and she can finally trust someone but it felt like she was making all the compromises here. Also I’d be HELLA mad about not being able to teleport anymore? Yeh yeh she’s alive again but like now she has to drive??? Nahhh man
May 23, 2026
Amazing Series
I just loved this the last romance with the Fae Royals with Darius and Rae. It’s my favourite of the series although I have really enjoyed every single story this series has to offer.
Opposites attract in this beautifully written story, light to darkness, a few surprises, explosive chemistry, lots of steamy sizzle, with much loved characters playing a part in the storyline and just the right amount of witty moments to entertain you throughout their journey.
A fabulous ending to this page-turning highly recommended series.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I just loved this the last romance with the Fae Royals with Darius and Rae. It’s my favourite of the series although I have really enjoyed every single story this series has to offer.
Opposites attract in this beautifully written story, light to darkness, a few surprises, explosive chemistry, lots of steamy sizzle, with much loved characters playing a part in the storyline and just the right amount of witty moments to entertain you throughout their journey.
A fabulous ending to this page-turning highly recommended series.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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