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Accidentally Accurate: The Fake Psychics Guide to Solving Shifter Murders
Cherry built her fortune-telling business on three things: empathy, observation, and an impressive commitment to caffeine.
Magic has nothing to do with it.
So when the Vanmarche heir hires her to solve a murder threatening his family’s reputation, Cherry assumes she’ll get exposed as a fraud within minutes. Instead, she steps into a supernatural city full of shifters and secrets… and starts noticing everything people don’t want noticed.
Which would be easier if the heir wasn’t hovering like a broody bodyguard in a suit, looking at her like she’s both a disaster and a discovery. He insists he only wants answers. Cherry insists she’s only doing this for money.
Both of them are lying.
Between suspect interviews, late-night stakeouts, and one too-many moments where his hand lands on her waist like it belongs there, Cherry begins to realize she doesn’t need supernatural powers to predict what’s coming.
Because some futures are obvious.
Especially when the chemistry is this loud.
Magic has nothing to do with it.
So when the Vanmarche heir hires her to solve a murder threatening his family’s reputation, Cherry assumes she’ll get exposed as a fraud within minutes. Instead, she steps into a supernatural city full of shifters and secrets… and starts noticing everything people don’t want noticed.
Which would be easier if the heir wasn’t hovering like a broody bodyguard in a suit, looking at her like she’s both a disaster and a discovery. He insists he only wants answers. Cherry insists she’s only doing this for money.
Both of them are lying.
Between suspect interviews, late-night stakeouts, and one too-many moments where his hand lands on her waist like it belongs there, Cherry begins to realize she doesn’t need supernatural powers to predict what’s coming.
Because some futures are obvious.
Especially when the chemistry is this loud.
432 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 30, 2026
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June 8, 2026
So first, I couldn't get past the name Paul, especially when she was moaning it. Just not a sexy name at all 😂
Other than that, this could've used a lot of editing. The writing isn't the best. The villain monologue at the end had me lol'ing cause like really? Just such a lazy way to give information to the reader, especially at the end. So cliche.
I appreciated the creativity in the way the author portrayed the ADHD of the MC, other than that the book was just okay. The relationship fell flat for me. The plot wasn't very attention grabbing either. It took way too long to get through, nothing really surprised me, and the ending was one of the most anticlimactic things I've read.
Other than that, this could've used a lot of editing. The writing isn't the best. The villain monologue at the end had me lol'ing cause like really? Just such a lazy way to give information to the reader, especially at the end. So cliche.
I appreciated the creativity in the way the author portrayed the ADHD of the MC, other than that the book was just okay. The relationship fell flat for me. The plot wasn't very attention grabbing either. It took way too long to get through, nothing really surprised me, and the ending was one of the most anticlimactic things I've read.
August 22, 2026
4.2 ⭐️
June 3, 2026
So grateful to have been able to be an Arc reader for Roxie ray and this new book. That being said done to my review. I truly enjoyed this book. It was funny, and wholesome. I really like how she was able to capture an ADHD brain at work in this story. There were a handful of grammatical errors but none that truly impacted my reading. I do feel she used wherewithal a lot more than necessary but it didn't really bother me. I thought the plot was great and I liked that the romance built up. Definitely more about the psychic than the wolf shifter, but had a good mix of his and hers perspectives.
May 31, 2026
Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Highlights:
-Cherry is amazing <3
-Paul is protective and amusing
-Expect a lot of “I’m hip with the kids” millennial energy
-She has ADHD
-Can be wordy
-Mainly satisfying ending(Tell me more about what happens to the VanMarches!)
-Marking scene
-Fun spice
I need to preface this by saying that one of the reasons why I look forward to this author's books is that they have a large collection of neurodivergent main characters and for the most part they handle it well.
At first I was worried that this would be one of the ones where they didn’t (like Cursed with Benefits) but after getting past the first quarter, while it is brought up often, Cherry is endearing enough to work past it. To explain, I’m a huge proponent of show don’t tell. I LOVE the inclusion of the back and forth in her head(the way they play with font to emphasis) and her talking about the experiences she had because of it. What I didn’t love so much, is how often it gets brought up like “Well I do have ADHD… ADHD is my superpower… etc..”
I was also scared at the beginning that this book was going to go nowhere, but I was really pleasantly surprised(I really really enjoyed it by the end). Paul and Cherry have really great chemistry, the adventure/mystery are fun, the spice is great, his family is interesting and her upbeat attitude is infectious. The messes they get themselves into make sense and I like that there aren’t really any miscommunications that hold them back.
I only really have two problems, the consistent mention of ADHD like I mentioned above and a lot of filler pages that could have been put to better use. Like while I found the ending to be mainly satisfying I really wanted a more drawn out acknowledgement and repercussions for the assassin(No spoilers). I also would have liked if the epilogue were a wrap-up about the van-marche family and whether Cherry kept up with some of the friends she made along the way.
~~Oh just a warning, some people may find Cherry to be a bit much, she’s very expressive, doesn’t always think things through and can be a little too #girlboss at times(I get it she had a lot of passions as she grew up but still). Not that I'm complaining. I personally find her very endearing. I think I’d want to be friends :D.
Highlights:
-Cherry is amazing <3
-Paul is protective and amusing
-Expect a lot of “I’m hip with the kids” millennial energy
-She has ADHD
-Can be wordy
-Mainly satisfying ending(Tell me more about what happens to the VanMarches!)
-Marking scene
-Fun spice
I need to preface this by saying that one of the reasons why I look forward to this author's books is that they have a large collection of neurodivergent main characters and for the most part they handle it well.
At first I was worried that this would be one of the ones where they didn’t (like Cursed with Benefits) but after getting past the first quarter, while it is brought up often, Cherry is endearing enough to work past it. To explain, I’m a huge proponent of show don’t tell. I LOVE the inclusion of the back and forth in her head(the way they play with font to emphasis) and her talking about the experiences she had because of it. What I didn’t love so much, is how often it gets brought up like “Well I do have ADHD… ADHD is my superpower… etc..”
I was also scared at the beginning that this book was going to go nowhere, but I was really pleasantly surprised(I really really enjoyed it by the end). Paul and Cherry have really great chemistry, the adventure/mystery are fun, the spice is great, his family is interesting and her upbeat attitude is infectious. The messes they get themselves into make sense and I like that there aren’t really any miscommunications that hold them back.
I only really have two problems, the consistent mention of ADHD like I mentioned above and a lot of filler pages that could have been put to better use. Like while I found the ending to be mainly satisfying I really wanted a more drawn out acknowledgement and repercussions for the assassin(No spoilers). I also would have liked if the epilogue were a wrap-up about the van-marche family and whether Cherry kept up with some of the friends she made along the way.
~~Oh just a warning, some people may find Cherry to be a bit much, she’s very expressive, doesn’t always think things through and can be a little too #girlboss at times(I get it she had a lot of passions as she grew up but still). Not that I'm complaining. I personally find her very endearing. I think I’d want to be friends :D.
July 8, 2026
close enough, welcome back Shawn Spencer from Psych
June 8, 2026
I am always hit or miss with Roxie Ray - some of her books I love and think are so funny and have plots that keep me intrigued. I looked into Roxie Ray and learned that it is a group of ghostwriters/authors who write under the name, so maybe I like certain authors of this group? IDK!
This book gave me such Psych (the TV show) vibes - the fake psychic with her partner in crime and when she is introducing herself to random people, she gives fake names and scenarios. Which is exactly something Shawn Spencer from Psych does. Maybe this caused a little bit of bias for me because Psych is one of my fav TV shows, but who cares! It was so funny!
I loved that Cherry new SO MUCH about so many different things because she is incredibly smart and can't focus on one exact thing. Also, the way the internal monologue of her and her ADHD being showed in different font sizes/shapes felt so accurate of how someone's mind works.
This book gave me such Psych (the TV show) vibes - the fake psychic with her partner in crime and when she is introducing herself to random people, she gives fake names and scenarios. Which is exactly something Shawn Spencer from Psych does. Maybe this caused a little bit of bias for me because Psych is one of my fav TV shows, but who cares! It was so funny!
I loved that Cherry new SO MUCH about so many different things because she is incredibly smart and can't focus on one exact thing. Also, the way the internal monologue of her and her ADHD being showed in different font sizes/shapes felt so accurate of how someone's mind works.
June 13, 2026
OMGODDESS
Thank you Roxy for writing what it feels like to have powers beyond this world all while fighting an ADHD brain. I so understand this character. When messages trickle through from the otherside and the hyper brain takes off in a tangent. Thank you for the neurodivergent characters, I love them and they keep me laughing. From advent fan
Thank you Roxy for writing what it feels like to have powers beyond this world all while fighting an ADHD brain. I so understand this character. When messages trickle through from the otherside and the hyper brain takes off in a tangent. Thank you for the neurodivergent characters, I love them and they keep me laughing. From advent fan
May 31, 2026
From the dedication... 🥰🥰 to the start of the book to the very end.... wooow! 😍😍
Chapter one had me hooked to see how the story will unfold. Paul walks into his father's Home Office only to find something that will haunt him for the rest of his dreams. Feeling like it wasn't over and needing answers. He finds an advertisement that leads him to Cheribrlle a "psychic." Charibelle (Cherry) wants to help people just like her late mother. Cherry decides to reopen her mother's psychic business. Only Cherry isn't really a psychic, she's an empath. However, with her empathic abilities, she's able to solve the simplest of tasks and so much more. When a man walks in looking for her mother, she's mournful and sad but also excited yet intrigued. One look at him and she can read his feelings, but sees he's holding back. Eager to help, she jumps in right away when he turns to leave. She gives him what she sees. All the emotions and more information that no one knows but him. It's enough to convince him that she knows what she's doing. Upon further investigation on Pauls dilemma, she realizes that she doesn't only want to prove herself, but she feels that she needs to help the family be whole again. 😍😍
This story has so much mystery behind it..... and I LOVE it! 🥰😍🥰 if you're looking for that mystery, that will keep you guessing and wondering. Love and passion that's not just between the main characters. Spice that will have you sweating, but just the right amount that won't or doesn't take away from the story. And action that will have you on the edge of your seat and wanting more.This is the book for you. Big fan of Roxie Ray.....This will not let you down. 🥰🥰🥰.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Chapter one had me hooked to see how the story will unfold. Paul walks into his father's Home Office only to find something that will haunt him for the rest of his dreams. Feeling like it wasn't over and needing answers. He finds an advertisement that leads him to Cheribrlle a "psychic." Charibelle (Cherry) wants to help people just like her late mother. Cherry decides to reopen her mother's psychic business. Only Cherry isn't really a psychic, she's an empath. However, with her empathic abilities, she's able to solve the simplest of tasks and so much more. When a man walks in looking for her mother, she's mournful and sad but also excited yet intrigued. One look at him and she can read his feelings, but sees he's holding back. Eager to help, she jumps in right away when he turns to leave. She gives him what she sees. All the emotions and more information that no one knows but him. It's enough to convince him that she knows what she's doing. Upon further investigation on Pauls dilemma, she realizes that she doesn't only want to prove herself, but she feels that she needs to help the family be whole again. 😍😍
This story has so much mystery behind it..... and I LOVE it! 🥰😍🥰 if you're looking for that mystery, that will keep you guessing and wondering. Love and passion that's not just between the main characters. Spice that will have you sweating, but just the right amount that won't or doesn't take away from the story. And action that will have you on the edge of your seat and wanting more.This is the book for you. Big fan of Roxie Ray.....This will not let you down. 🥰🥰🥰.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 22, 2026
I must say Cherry is a glorious, chaotic mess. She has serious ADHD brain and is easily distracted. She's an Oracle who's not a psychic, but can still read people with disarming accuracy. She's also a WILDLY good person to have on your side when things go south because this lady is VERY good at improvising.
Her ability to adapt to any given situation and use her wide variety of acquired skills (thank you, ADHD hyper-fixations!) to throw wrenches in any and all plans is A++. The lady thinks on her feet when the adrenaline is pumping and gives her allies openings they wouldn't otherwise have.
Paul is her opposite. At least on the surface. As the (forgotten) middle child, he's the one who keeps his emotions on lockdown and keeps things running smoothly for his family. Finding his father and brother murdered in their own home rattles him. Understandably, really. Reaching out to a psychic is very out of character for him, but he needs answers the police can't give him and Cherry kind of blows his mind. She's chaos personified, knows things there's no way she could know, and barrels into situations with little to no plan of attack. And it works. Somehow, miraculously, the paths she leads him down start finding him answers and the more time he spends with her, the more he likes her special brand of chaos.
Murder, mayhem, danger, betrayal, and a whole lot of complicated family dynamics. GOOD STUFF.
-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal
Her ability to adapt to any given situation and use her wide variety of acquired skills (thank you, ADHD hyper-fixations!) to throw wrenches in any and all plans is A++. The lady thinks on her feet when the adrenaline is pumping and gives her allies openings they wouldn't otherwise have.
Paul is her opposite. At least on the surface. As the (forgotten) middle child, he's the one who keeps his emotions on lockdown and keeps things running smoothly for his family. Finding his father and brother murdered in their own home rattles him. Understandably, really. Reaching out to a psychic is very out of character for him, but he needs answers the police can't give him and Cherry kind of blows his mind. She's chaos personified, knows things there's no way she could know, and barrels into situations with little to no plan of attack. And it works. Somehow, miraculously, the paths she leads him down start finding him answers and the more time he spends with her, the more he likes her special brand of chaos.
Murder, mayhem, danger, betrayal, and a whole lot of complicated family dynamics. GOOD STUFF.
-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal
July 14, 2026
let the adhd shenanigans ensue
Never have I rad a book that nailed the adhd brain so well and utilized it for its positives without glossing over the drawbacks. Her internal monologue comes in multiple font sizes, some crossed out, some interrupting other thoughts, some singing random lyrics. You can almost visually see the tabs open in the mind. Her hobby surfing and rabbit hole deep dives have made her a chaos gremlin version of McGuyver and able to converse well with almost anyone about something they are into. Her seeing and noticing every tiny detail, that can be overstimulating and overwhelming, she uses to spot tiny clues and read people better. She does her best to remember her meds but that’s hard with brain chaos so she does like so many and self medicates with energy drinks to focus. Add in the empathic ability to see emotions as colorful pyrotechnics in their aura and she’s the perfect detective on the case.
Never have I rad a book that nailed the adhd brain so well and utilized it for its positives without glossing over the drawbacks. Her internal monologue comes in multiple font sizes, some crossed out, some interrupting other thoughts, some singing random lyrics. You can almost visually see the tabs open in the mind. Her hobby surfing and rabbit hole deep dives have made her a chaos gremlin version of McGuyver and able to converse well with almost anyone about something they are into. Her seeing and noticing every tiny detail, that can be overstimulating and overwhelming, she uses to spot tiny clues and read people better. She does her best to remember her meds but that’s hard with brain chaos so she does like so many and self medicates with energy drinks to focus. Add in the empathic ability to see emotions as colorful pyrotechnics in their aura and she’s the perfect detective on the case.
June 29, 2026
weird but so entertaining
I enjoyed this story. The main characters pulled me into their lives and kept me entertained through to the very end. A shifter needs a psychic to help dove a murder. The psychic isn’t one she is a empath. However, together they manage to find the culprits while developing a lasting romantic bond between themselves. They discover how and who is responsible for the murder and why they did it.
This was very entertaining. I am so glad I decided to give it a read. Highly recommend this story and I am hoping for more books staring this couple. HEA, no cheating, no cliffhanger (just a peak into their next probable adventure).
I enjoyed this story. The main characters pulled me into their lives and kept me entertained through to the very end. A shifter needs a psychic to help dove a murder. The psychic isn’t one she is a empath. However, together they manage to find the culprits while developing a lasting romantic bond between themselves. They discover how and who is responsible for the murder and why they did it.
This was very entertaining. I am so glad I decided to give it a read. Highly recommend this story and I am hoping for more books staring this couple. HEA, no cheating, no cliffhanger (just a peak into their next probable adventure).
June 11, 2026
With an engaging FMC and evolving MMC this was such a fun and riveting story. I absolutely loved Cherry! I loved the way she saw the world and how she translated it into helping Paul and his family. I think one of the most fundamental aspects of being “human” is wanting to be seen and the way Cherry and Paul could see each other through their masks and walls was a really beautiful aspect of this book. It has the perfect blend of murder mystery, world building, romance, and an excellent amount of ADHD representation. I would love to see more of Cherry and Paul!
June 16, 2026
Fantastic Read!!
I adored this story! It’s interesting and builds quickly, yet the characters developed naturally. I really loved how the author was able to write in detail the neurodivergent brain’s inner workings! I’ve lived my whole life with 5 thoughts, or more, in a single moment yet never has that reality been so correctly written! There was intrigue, mystery, romance, and just enough spicy times that ended in a HEA, or at least a HEA for now…I hope there is more! I haven’t been this disappointed yet satisfied a story ended in a long time!! Read It!
I adored this story! It’s interesting and builds quickly, yet the characters developed naturally. I really loved how the author was able to write in detail the neurodivergent brain’s inner workings! I’ve lived my whole life with 5 thoughts, or more, in a single moment yet never has that reality been so correctly written! There was intrigue, mystery, romance, and just enough spicy times that ended in a HEA, or at least a HEA for now…I hope there is more! I haven’t been this disappointed yet satisfied a story ended in a long time!! Read It!
July 20, 2026
Solid read!
I’ll admit that I’m not usually one for the pressing of “representation” as authors seem to get lost in the weeds with it instead of addressing the plot. That is absolutely not the case here. This story presents the ADHD in a convincing way while not overriding the plot progression. Now I just need to know where to find the next one!
I’ll admit that I’m not usually one for the pressing of “representation” as authors seem to get lost in the weeds with it instead of addressing the plot. That is absolutely not the case here. This story presents the ADHD in a convincing way while not overriding the plot progression. Now I just need to know where to find the next one!
June 6, 2026
the sex got in the way
This was a good story and I was really enjoying the thrill of it when the main couple suddenly pulled each others clothes off go no good reason. I just skim read the rest after that. I’m not adverse to smut but this just felt like it was contractual cos it’s a Roxie ray book.
This was a good story and I was really enjoying the thrill of it when the main couple suddenly pulled each others clothes off go no good reason. I just skim read the rest after that. I’m not adverse to smut but this just felt like it was contractual cos it’s a Roxie ray book.
June 16, 2026
very fun
This was so much fun and different from other “fantasy” books I’ve read. I never wanted it to stop. I’ll be looking for more from Roxie Ray. This is a must read if you want a book that is hard to put down and loads of fun!
This was so much fun and different from other “fantasy” books I’ve read. I never wanted it to stop. I’ll be looking for more from Roxie Ray. This is a must read if you want a book that is hard to put down and loads of fun!
June 21, 2026
Favorite!!!!
This book is totally in my top 10 of favorite books!!! The story was incredible and the characters were made perfectly, I absolutely love how it crossed detective work with supernatural.
This book is totally in my top 10 of favorite books!!! The story was incredible and the characters were made perfectly, I absolutely love how it crossed detective work with supernatural.
June 4, 2026
Great book. Really enjoyed the story and the unique plot. Love how the author(s) present the neurodivergent to us. The pacing was good with like-able characters. Definitely recommend.
June 11, 2026
I need a 2nd book. So good.
I need a next book. I want Addison's story. This was such a amazing book. I couldn't put it down. So good.
I need a next book. I want Addison's story. This was such a amazing book. I couldn't put it down. So good.
June 15, 2026
Great book!
This book is very well written, and the female main character’s ADHD thoughts spread throughout the book are SO accurate! Such a fun read!
This book is very well written, and the female main character’s ADHD thoughts spread throughout the book are SO accurate! Such a fun read!
sampled-unlikely
June 28, 2026AWFUL immature, poor writing. Not just italics but jumbles of words in different formats to portray ADHD
July 22, 2026
A FMC with ADHD and a wolfshifter! Amazing!
July 23, 2026
Ok storyline but just too drawn out. Spicy scenes were broken up with long internal monologues that really didn’t need to be there.
June 18, 2026
I think this was one of my favorites so far! I loved Cherry’s little ADHD notes in between the text because that’s exactly how my brain feels most of the time with my ADD!
June 10, 2026
It’s a little hard for me to review a Roxie Ray book because the truth is- I don’t know how that writing situation works. If you look up the author, it says that Roxie Ray is a group of authors and not necessarily one single person. Does this mean that they all collaborate on one book? Does this mean that different authors write whole books under one pseudonym because its easier to be published that way? So that would mean that the Roxie Ray who wrote “The Cuddle Clause” is potentially a different person than the one who wrote “The Alpha and the Baker” or “Swipe Right on Fate”? I suppose it doesn’t matter in the end- but it would make it easier to guess whether books take place in the same world.
Anyway, let’s get down to brass tax. “Accidentally Accurate” is the book I am reviewing today. I was a little confused because it was sent to me by Special Fiction Books under the title of “The Fake Psychic’s Guide to Solving Shifter Murders”. Perhaps they were workshopping the title. “Accidentally Accurate” is certainly more fitting, since our FMC Cherry (Cheribelle) who is the fake psychic in question, is a fan of alliteration. Our MMC Paul is the third born son of a prominent shifter family. He is constantly overlooked because he is neither the heir nor the spare of his pack. Well, that was the case before both his father, Caspian Van Marche, and brother, Luther, were brutally murdered in the family compound.
While looking through his father’s desk, he stumbles across an old magazine with an advertisement for a famous psychic, Ophelia Domoue. She is known to help solve criminal cases, so Paul reaches out. Ophelia has long since died and her daughter Cherry has taken over the business. One problem. She doesn’t have precognition. She is, however, an oracle. Specifically, an empath. Being that the popular definition of empath has changed, due to so many people claiming to be empaths, she doesn’t disclose that she is one. She hides under the moniker of a psychic. So she ‘takes the case’ and she, Paul and the remaining Van Marche siblings: Chris, Penelope, and Jackson band together to find out who killed their father and brother. But how can she help? Fear not! She has a secret weapon. In addition to being an empath, she has ADHD, which allows her to see details others miss, as well as think outside the box. This makes her quite quirky and all together endearing, especially to Paul. They have an instant connection and well… it’s a Roxie Ray book. You can figure out the rest. They are all spicy little HEA books, after all.
I am absolutely over the moon that I got a surprise eARC for this little banger. As someone who has diagnosed ADHD it was so heartwarming to see the representation in this book. It feels a little longer than the usual Roxie Ray books I have read, but the murder mystery kept me engaged. The spicy scenes weren’t too frequent, but they were spicy. Paul is an absolute dreamboat… all the Roxie Ray shifter fellas are. Cherry is a hot, fun, smart, and strong-willed FMC- thankfully Ray doesn’t make us suffer weak FMCs!
A fun, fast read!
*THIS ARC WAS PROVIDED TO ME BY THE PUBLISHER. I WAS NOT COMPENSATED IN ANY WAY, BY ANYONE. AS ALWAYS, ALL OF MY REVIEWS ARE WRITTEN ON THE BASIS OF INTEGRITY, NOT FANGIRLING. THANK YOU FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO READ AND REVIEW THIS BOOK AHEAD OF ITS RELEASE.*
Anyway, let’s get down to brass tax. “Accidentally Accurate” is the book I am reviewing today. I was a little confused because it was sent to me by Special Fiction Books under the title of “The Fake Psychic’s Guide to Solving Shifter Murders”. Perhaps they were workshopping the title. “Accidentally Accurate” is certainly more fitting, since our FMC Cherry (Cheribelle) who is the fake psychic in question, is a fan of alliteration. Our MMC Paul is the third born son of a prominent shifter family. He is constantly overlooked because he is neither the heir nor the spare of his pack. Well, that was the case before both his father, Caspian Van Marche, and brother, Luther, were brutally murdered in the family compound.
While looking through his father’s desk, he stumbles across an old magazine with an advertisement for a famous psychic, Ophelia Domoue. She is known to help solve criminal cases, so Paul reaches out. Ophelia has long since died and her daughter Cherry has taken over the business. One problem. She doesn’t have precognition. She is, however, an oracle. Specifically, an empath. Being that the popular definition of empath has changed, due to so many people claiming to be empaths, she doesn’t disclose that she is one. She hides under the moniker of a psychic. So she ‘takes the case’ and she, Paul and the remaining Van Marche siblings: Chris, Penelope, and Jackson band together to find out who killed their father and brother. But how can she help? Fear not! She has a secret weapon. In addition to being an empath, she has ADHD, which allows her to see details others miss, as well as think outside the box. This makes her quite quirky and all together endearing, especially to Paul. They have an instant connection and well… it’s a Roxie Ray book. You can figure out the rest. They are all spicy little HEA books, after all.
I am absolutely over the moon that I got a surprise eARC for this little banger. As someone who has diagnosed ADHD it was so heartwarming to see the representation in this book. It feels a little longer than the usual Roxie Ray books I have read, but the murder mystery kept me engaged. The spicy scenes weren’t too frequent, but they were spicy. Paul is an absolute dreamboat… all the Roxie Ray shifter fellas are. Cherry is a hot, fun, smart, and strong-willed FMC- thankfully Ray doesn’t make us suffer weak FMCs!
A fun, fast read!
*THIS ARC WAS PROVIDED TO ME BY THE PUBLISHER. I WAS NOT COMPENSATED IN ANY WAY, BY ANYONE. AS ALWAYS, ALL OF MY REVIEWS ARE WRITTEN ON THE BASIS OF INTEGRITY, NOT FANGIRLING. THANK YOU FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO READ AND REVIEW THIS BOOK AHEAD OF ITS RELEASE.*
July 3, 2026
It started off with a great kick, sorta unique and something I haven't read before. I thought the leads were interesting and the plot gearing up to a fun read.
Things began to go downhill after about 20%.
The bad guys, or actually the formerly "dead" alpha storyline was intriguing. But suddenly all.the evil.powers being used to keep the good guys down were impossible to get past. Anytime the bad guys literally cannot be offed is a bad sign. That usually means the author wants to do things without really plot building. I think of it as lazy. It's like when a villain never gets killed and keeps appearing in subsequent books. It's lazy, super annoying, and kills a read really fast. Also, the plot just spun off, adding more weird angles that ultimately made little sense. Stories like that always make me feel thst there was no real plan to write, just an author putting down whatever came into their head with no regard to how things would wrap up.
The leads--I liked the FMC for alot of reasons. It would havw been great to see her really fleshed out as a more mature person. Instead, the further along in the stoey, the more YA she became. Skateboarding? Really? More it was the kitchen, high schooly dialogue that pulled her down. Eventually her age is revealed, but it doesnt match her character's behavior.
The male lead was kind of a character that didn't develop. I don't understand why he was portrayed as the brother no one seemed to know about. I got the feeling that was supposed to be funny. That was a miss.
I didn't really get the chemistry between them other than the spice. They did connect, but it felt like the author didn't really make that a solid relationship. And the ending was nebulous, like there sre more books to come without any indication that will happen. The end kind of left the reader hanging.
Mostly I wasn't a fan of the weird use/non-use of magic, and the foggy, ever changing characteristics of the shifters. In fact, there wasn't nearly enough world building here. The world hierarchy of magical beings, how they fit in with the world, and each other, was never clear. I foubd that frustrating and distracting.
And boy, did this book need a good editor. There were plot holes as well as a general lack of cohesiveness here that made it confusing and irritating at times.
So overall it was entertaining at points, but the potential was lost. If there are subsequent books, I can't say I'd read them.
Things began to go downhill after about 20%.
The bad guys, or actually the formerly "dead" alpha storyline was intriguing. But suddenly all.the evil.powers being used to keep the good guys down were impossible to get past. Anytime the bad guys literally cannot be offed is a bad sign. That usually means the author wants to do things without really plot building. I think of it as lazy. It's like when a villain never gets killed and keeps appearing in subsequent books. It's lazy, super annoying, and kills a read really fast. Also, the plot just spun off, adding more weird angles that ultimately made little sense. Stories like that always make me feel thst there was no real plan to write, just an author putting down whatever came into their head with no regard to how things would wrap up.
The leads--I liked the FMC for alot of reasons. It would havw been great to see her really fleshed out as a more mature person. Instead, the further along in the stoey, the more YA she became. Skateboarding? Really? More it was the kitchen, high schooly dialogue that pulled her down. Eventually her age is revealed, but it doesnt match her character's behavior.
The male lead was kind of a character that didn't develop. I don't understand why he was portrayed as the brother no one seemed to know about. I got the feeling that was supposed to be funny. That was a miss.
I didn't really get the chemistry between them other than the spice. They did connect, but it felt like the author didn't really make that a solid relationship. And the ending was nebulous, like there sre more books to come without any indication that will happen. The end kind of left the reader hanging.
Mostly I wasn't a fan of the weird use/non-use of magic, and the foggy, ever changing characteristics of the shifters. In fact, there wasn't nearly enough world building here. The world hierarchy of magical beings, how they fit in with the world, and each other, was never clear. I foubd that frustrating and distracting.
And boy, did this book need a good editor. There were plot holes as well as a general lack of cohesiveness here that made it confusing and irritating at times.
So overall it was entertaining at points, but the potential was lost. If there are subsequent books, I can't say I'd read them.
July 19, 2026
I really liked this one! I do have to say that her "ADHD" was a bit odd, possibly offensive, and perhaps not an accurate representation. Cherry is living a HIGHLY romanticized version of neurodivergence, showcasing the unique talents those who are neurodivergent can have without also showing the true struggles they often experience (and no, the quirky having to run up and down the stairs thing is not what I am talking about.)
Representation is important and either the author is either only writing from her own unique lived perspective, is stretching the general idea of ADHD very far to make it work for the book, or is (hopefully not) specifically avoiding the words "autism" or "AuDHD" to make the book more "palatable" to the average reader, as ADHD is more "mainstream".
A team of sensitivity readers and perhaps some more research would have made the book more accurate and honestly more respectful. I don't want to be one of "those" reviewers and I love that Roxie Ray is trying to include neurodiverse characters, I just wish it was done more accurately.
If anyone is curious:
Cherry could have very extreme ADHD, but the books reads like she is likely both level 1 autistic [otherwise known as low-support-needs or (incorrectly) as high-functioning] and has ADHD, otherwise known as AuDHD. As someone who has AuDHD, has a partner with ADHD, and friends and family that are AuDHD, autistic, or ADHD, the differences are important.
Cherry is living a ridiculously romanticized version of either very extreme ADHD or AuDHD packaged as ADHD and while every neurodivergent person is unique and experiences neurodivergence differently, this is not a realistic representation of either. The difficulties she faces in the book (regardless of whether is it ADHD or AuDHD) would affect many areas of her life and cause extreme stress and other debilitating issues. The book hints at Autistic experiences several times but labels them as being ADHD. I have noticed this in some of the author's other books but it was VERY obvious in this one. I may be taking a break from reading this author's books.
Representation is important and either the author is either only writing from her own unique lived perspective, is stretching the general idea of ADHD very far to make it work for the book, or is (hopefully not) specifically avoiding the words "autism" or "AuDHD" to make the book more "palatable" to the average reader, as ADHD is more "mainstream".
A team of sensitivity readers and perhaps some more research would have made the book more accurate and honestly more respectful. I don't want to be one of "those" reviewers and I love that Roxie Ray is trying to include neurodiverse characters, I just wish it was done more accurately.
If anyone is curious:
Cherry could have very extreme ADHD, but the books reads like she is likely both level 1 autistic [otherwise known as low-support-needs or (incorrectly) as high-functioning] and has ADHD, otherwise known as AuDHD. As someone who has AuDHD, has a partner with ADHD, and friends and family that are AuDHD, autistic, or ADHD, the differences are important.
Cherry is living a ridiculously romanticized version of either very extreme ADHD or AuDHD packaged as ADHD and while every neurodivergent person is unique and experiences neurodivergence differently, this is not a realistic representation of either. The difficulties she faces in the book (regardless of whether is it ADHD or AuDHD) would affect many areas of her life and cause extreme stress and other debilitating issues. The book hints at Autistic experiences several times but labels them as being ADHD. I have noticed this in some of the author's other books but it was VERY obvious in this one. I may be taking a break from reading this author's books.
May 31, 2026
This was a delightful read that I could not put down. Here we have Paul, the often overlooked/forgotten middle-child of the pack Alpha trying to solve the murder of his father, brother, and their security teams. In a desperate attempt to make sure his remaining siblings are safe, he contacts the oracle (our FMC Cheribelle "Cherry"). Except, she's not exactly a psychic per se. What she does have is a really cool power to see emotions like auras - and a whole lot of ADHD.
The inner dialogue of Cherry's ADHD was hilarious and felt pretty accurate. The way it's visually represented and how the thoughts jumble together was perfect for me - I really got a sense of how her brain works and snort-laughed several times. Also, the representation of ADHD jumping from one new hobby to another creating a person who is accidentally knowledgeable in way too many things - yeah, I felt both seen and called out. Cherry is endearing and charming, her struggles felt relatable, and I really enjoyed the whimsy she brought to the story line. I would read an entire series about Cherry having adventures.
Cherry and Paul have a fun dynamic and whew - the spice was on point once they finally get there. They're an enjoyable couple and I was cheering for their HEA.
The plot itself was great - there are a few twists that I found somewhat predictable. I usually figure out a "surprise" way ahead of the big reveal in a story, so this was not unusual or bothersome to me. The storyline was well plotted out and made sense within the context of the world as well as the backstory of the characters involved. I want more of this couple and their world!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The inner dialogue of Cherry's ADHD was hilarious and felt pretty accurate. The way it's visually represented and how the thoughts jumble together was perfect for me - I really got a sense of how her brain works and snort-laughed several times. Also, the representation of ADHD jumping from one new hobby to another creating a person who is accidentally knowledgeable in way too many things - yeah, I felt both seen and called out. Cherry is endearing and charming, her struggles felt relatable, and I really enjoyed the whimsy she brought to the story line. I would read an entire series about Cherry having adventures.
Cherry and Paul have a fun dynamic and whew - the spice was on point once they finally get there. They're an enjoyable couple and I was cheering for their HEA.
The plot itself was great - there are a few twists that I found somewhat predictable. I usually figure out a "surprise" way ahead of the big reveal in a story, so this was not unusual or bothersome to me. The storyline was well plotted out and made sense within the context of the world as well as the backstory of the characters involved. I want more of this couple and their world!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 18, 2026
I did enjoy this book but I definitely had a few gripes along the way.
My biggest frustration was Cherry constantly insisting she was “lying” about her abilities. She says she’s pretending to be a psychic but she’s actually an oracle, an empath who can literally see people’s emotions. Combined with her sharp observational skills and ADHD she’s incredibly good at reading people. When she finally admits the “lie” to Paul the next few chapters revolve around it and it became repetitive very quickly.
Another thing that started to wear on me was that Cherry seemed to be good at absolutely everything. Her ADHD and her mum encouraging her to try new things meant she’d done countless courses, camps and research which explained some of it. But by the end it felt like she was smarter, more skilled and more knowledgeable than everyone else and it became a bit much.
My final gripe was the way her ADHD was written. The constant tangent-filled thoughts might feel like an authentic representation for some readers but I found them distracting. I ended up skimming those sections whenever they appeared.
That probably makes it sound like I didn’t enjoy the book, but I genuinely did.
I loved Cherry’s ability to see people’s emotions and the way they were described was vivid and really unique. It was one of the most interesting aspects of the story.
Paul and his family were wonderful characters, although I do wish we’d had a little more closure for them by the end.
The mystery itself was engaging and gave readers enough clues to piece things together alongside Cherry and Paul, which made it a fun one to unravel.
Overall despite my frustrations I had a good time with this one and would still recommend it.
My biggest frustration was Cherry constantly insisting she was “lying” about her abilities. She says she’s pretending to be a psychic but she’s actually an oracle, an empath who can literally see people’s emotions. Combined with her sharp observational skills and ADHD she’s incredibly good at reading people. When she finally admits the “lie” to Paul the next few chapters revolve around it and it became repetitive very quickly.
Another thing that started to wear on me was that Cherry seemed to be good at absolutely everything. Her ADHD and her mum encouraging her to try new things meant she’d done countless courses, camps and research which explained some of it. But by the end it felt like she was smarter, more skilled and more knowledgeable than everyone else and it became a bit much.
My final gripe was the way her ADHD was written. The constant tangent-filled thoughts might feel like an authentic representation for some readers but I found them distracting. I ended up skimming those sections whenever they appeared.
That probably makes it sound like I didn’t enjoy the book, but I genuinely did.
I loved Cherry’s ability to see people’s emotions and the way they were described was vivid and really unique. It was one of the most interesting aspects of the story.
Paul and his family were wonderful characters, although I do wish we’d had a little more closure for them by the end.
The mystery itself was engaging and gave readers enough clues to piece things together alongside Cherry and Paul, which made it a fun one to unravel.
Overall despite my frustrations I had a good time with this one and would still recommend it.
June 10, 2026
From the first page to the last, this book was a truly gripping read that held my attention completely. The plot centres on Paul, an often-ignored middle child in an Alpha pack, who launches an investigation into the killings of his father, brother, and their guards. In an effort to safeguard his remaining relatives, he seeks out Cheribelle "Cherry," an oracle with a unique twist. Rather than being a conventional psychic, Cherry has the intriguing gift of seeing emotions as colored auras, all while managing her life with ADHD.
The portrayal of Cherry's ADHD was particularly striking and felt remarkably authentic. I especially appreciated how her fragmented thoughts were visually depicted, offering a clear insight into her mental landscape. Her habit of jumping from one hobby to another gives her an unexpected depth of knowledge in various niche subjects, a quality I found relatable. As a protagonist, Cherry is absolutely charming; her whimsical nature adds such a rich layer to the narrative that I would eagerly follow an entire series dedicated to her adventures.
The dynamic between Paul and Cherry is superb, with romantic elements that really shine as their bond strengthens. They are a fantastic match.
The narrative was exceptionally well-constructed, maintaining a logical flow that stayed true to the established world-building and character histories. The energetic tempo kept the experience thoroughly engaging. I am certainly looking forward to further explorations of this setting and revisiting these delightful characters.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The portrayal of Cherry's ADHD was particularly striking and felt remarkably authentic. I especially appreciated how her fragmented thoughts were visually depicted, offering a clear insight into her mental landscape. Her habit of jumping from one hobby to another gives her an unexpected depth of knowledge in various niche subjects, a quality I found relatable. As a protagonist, Cherry is absolutely charming; her whimsical nature adds such a rich layer to the narrative that I would eagerly follow an entire series dedicated to her adventures.
The dynamic between Paul and Cherry is superb, with romantic elements that really shine as their bond strengthens. They are a fantastic match.
The narrative was exceptionally well-constructed, maintaining a logical flow that stayed true to the established world-building and character histories. The energetic tempo kept the experience thoroughly engaging. I am certainly looking forward to further explorations of this setting and revisiting these delightful characters.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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