Bone Chimes

by M.A. Kastle

Get caught up in the romance and betrayal of the Cascade Pack.

Burned by betrayal…
Jordyn Langston, a pureblood werewolf, risked living as a rogue and left her pack. For three years, she has hidden her strange power and identity. Forced back to Trinity, her powers begin to morph, changing her future, exposing her past, and putting her life in danger.

A man surviving under the shadow of failure…
To establish his strength and worth, Rutger Kanin, serves as the Director of Enforcers for the Cascade pack. When an evil invades the territory, leaving dead bodies in its wake, the pack begins to doubt his ability. Struggling to redeem himself, Rutger focuses on the threat.

Power, secrets, and evil…
Rutger doesn’t understand the change in Jordyn, her power, and what it means to the pack. As the killers close in and the death count rises, Jordyn becomes a target. Will Rutger be able to protect Jordyn from the evil pursuing her? Or will Jordyn make the ultimate sacrifice for her pack?

396 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 25, 2018

About the author

M.A. Kastle is the author of Cascade Saga, an urban fantasy series that mixes paranormal, mystery, and romance. New releases include two new series, Crimson Moon, book one of Cascade Wolves (The Crimson Series), and Wolf Within, book one of the Moonlight Territory. Monica lives in Southern California with her family and two German Shepherds.

Instagram: @makastleauthor
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Reviews

[Books · Rating 5 out of 5]

✍️📗M.A. Kastle’s "Bone Chimes" is a masterfully crafted tale that weaves together elements of fantasy, mystery, and rich cultural lore, creating an engrossing narrative that captivates from the first page. The novel explores themes of identity, belonging, and the complexities of family ties against a backdrop of a vividly imagined world.

✍️📗At the heart of "Bone Chimes" is a compelling protagonist whose journey of self-discovery is both relatable and profound. Kastle's character development is exceptional; the protagonist's struggles and triumphs resonate deeply, inviting readers to reflect on their own experiences. The supporting cast is equally well-developed, each character adding layers of depth to the story and contributing to the central themes.

✍️📗The world-building in "Bone Chimes" is particularly noteworthy. Kastle skillfully constructs a setting rich in detail, blending elements of mythology and folklore that enrich the narrative. The unique cultural aspects, along with the atmospheric descriptions, transport readers to a place that feels both familiar and fantastical.

✍️📗The plot is intricately layered, with well-timed twists and turns that maintain suspense throughout. Kastle deftly balances moments of action with introspective passages, allowing for a nuanced exploration of the characters' motivations and desires. The pacing is expertly managed, ensuring that the story flows seamlessly while keeping readers on the edge of their seats.

✍️📗Kastle’s prose is lyrical and evocative, enhancing the emotional weight of the story. The themes of family, sacrifice, and the search for one’s true path are handled with grace and depth, making "Bone Chimes" not just a fantasy novel but a profound exploration of the human experience.

✍️📗In summary, "Bone Chimes" is a remarkable achievement for M.A. Kastle, showcasing her talent for storytelling and character development. It’s a captivating read that will appeal to fans of fantasy and literary fiction alike, leaving readers eagerly anticipating what she will create next.

[Joi Review · Rating 5 out of 5]

BOOK REVIEW- M.A. Kastle’s Bone Chimes is a gripping and atmospheric blend of paranormal romance and crime thriller, steeped in rich worldbuilding and elevated by lyrical, immersive prose. From the very first page, Kastle’s writing wraps readers in the eerie, emotionally charged world of the Cascade pack—where death stalks the borders and loyalty is tested at every turn.

The pacing of Bone Chimes is dynamic, fluctuating between tension-filled action sequences and slower, introspective moments that reveal the emotional complexity of its protagonists. Jordyn Langston, or “Jo,” is a standout heroine—flawed, fierce, and deeply human in her struggle between self-preservation and the pull of duty. Her return to Trinity and the rekindled chemistry with Rutger Kanin—the stoic and guilt-ridden pack enforcer—brings a compelling push-pull dynamic to the romance that feels earned and emotionally resonant.

Kastle’s command of tone and detail is one of the novel’s greatest strengths. Her prose is vivid, almost cinematic, creating a town that feels both hauntingly familiar and uniquely supernatural. The fusion of small-town charm with werewolf mythology and murder mystery keeps the setting grounded yet thrilling. There’s an underlying tension between the mundane and the mystical that feels fresh and well-balanced, giving the book a unique identity in the genre.

Thematically, Bone Chimes explores identity, trust, and the burdens of leadership and belonging. The ending is both emotionally satisfying and thematically poignant—bringing closure to Jo’s personal arc while leaving the door open for further exploration within the Cascade saga.

In sum, Bone Chimes is a beautifully written, emotionally layered tale that masterfully balances romance, suspense, and supernatural lore.

For fans of urban fantasy with strong heroines and emotionally intelligent storytelling, this novel is a must-read.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED 📚 ✨️

[Millan Publishers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book review 📚 👉
Bone Chimes (Cascade Saga Book 1)

🌕 Introduction
Bone Chimes kicks off the Cascade Saga with a howl and a heartbeat. 💔🐺 Jordyn Langston—a pureblood werewolf turned rogue—has lived in exile, far from the pack. But when danger comes calling, the wild calls her home... and this time, it’s personal. 🐾🩸

🕯️ The Premise
A string of brutal murders shakes the supernatural city of Trinity. 🏙️🔪 Director Rutger Kanin is called to investigate—but the trail leads straight to Jordyn. Her long-buried powers begin to stir, forcing her out of hiding and into a reunion filled with tension, secrets, and old sparks. ⚡👁️

🌌 Why It Stands Out
This isn’t just another werewolf story. 🐺✨ Bone Chimes expertly blends urban fantasy with a chilling murder mystery, all wrapped in moonlight, magic, and messy emotions. Kastle’s rich worldbuilding and lyrical prose give the Cascade pack a heartbeat of its own. 💫🌙

🧩 Plot
As the bodies stack up and tensions rise, Jordyn and Rutger must confront everything they left unresolved. 💥💔 From edge-of-your-seat chases to supernatural twists and slow-burn chemistry, this story unravels like a wolf’s howl in the dark—dangerous, haunting, and impossible to ignore. 🔍🌒

⏳ Pace
Fast-paced yet emotionally grounded, the story balances action and intimacy with finesse. ⚖️💨 Readers won’t just turn pages—they’ll race through them. Expect a gripping ride that ends in a gasp. 😮📖

🔥 Characters
Jordyn is a force of nature—wounded, wary, and utterly magnetic. 🐺❤️ Rutger, with his gruff exterior and haunted past, brings fire and depth. Their chemistry crackles, and the emotional stakes are sky-high. 💣🫀

🏁 Final Verdict
A spellbinding series opener packed with murder, magic, and moonlit romance. 🌕💔 Bone Chimes is a pulse-pounding debut that delivers on every front—mystery, emotion, and paranormal thrill. A must-read for fans of gritty fantasy with heart! 🌟🖤

MUST READ 📚

[BooksCoffee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kastle piles on the thrills and chills of a sophisticated murder mystery in this entertaining urban fantasy about love, duty, sacrifice, and ambition.

Hiding your powers and your identity while staying away from the pack takes a great deal of resilience, and the purebred werewolf Jordyn Langston, currently residing in Butterfly Valley with a human boyfriend and successful career, has vexed many, including her mother along the way. Forced back to Trinity, her powers begin to morph, putting her life in danger. Meanwhile, Rutger Kanin, the Director of Enforcers for the Cascade Pack and the man whom Jordyn left behind when she left Trinity, is investigating several brutal killings in the area. Jordyn and Rutger must confront weaknesses in their own natures to come to terms with their past as they join forces to fight the enemy.

Kastle's writing is measured, authoritative, and charged with meaning, and her large cast of characters is entertaining. The moments of darkness are chilling and sharp, the emotions weaved in the narrative are genuine, and the complexities of relationships and the fragile underpinnings of mature romance are sketched with understanding and depth.

Kastle wields the tools of suspense and tension with panache, and the story races to a breathless conclusion as she skillfully balances a solidly constructed whodunit investigation, poignant romance, and a fine urban fantasy.

Part mystery and part romance, this engrossing tale offers evocative storytelling and vividly portrayed characters.

This is a promising opening to a new urban fantasy series.

[Sneha Sood · Rating 5 out of 5]

Qotd: Do you love to read a standalone or a series?

Bone Chimes is a paranormal romance novel by the author MA Kastle. It is the first book in the Cascade Saga Series. I love reading stories about werewolves or vampires so I picked this book. Main character of the story is Rutger Kanin. Story starts when a woman was trespassing on Cascade territory and Rutger was unable to catch her. His second-in-command Ansel Wolt informed him about the half body that he found in their territory. He felt like a body is dumped in their territory as the blood is less only. Rutger was sure whoever has entered the territory was not a human as human can't disappear so quickly from his wolf eyes. They suspected it was a witch. Since Rutger is the Director of Enforcers for the Cascade pack, it's his duty to keep the territory free from intruders. With two murders already, Rutger's relationship with the law gonna be in trouble. Jordyn Langston, a pureblood werewolf belongs to a family with status and expectations. Jordyn is now living in Butterfly Valley since three years but when Bailey's wedding was fixed, she got permission to return to Trinity. With Jordyn's life in danger, will Rutger be able to protect her? Cover photo of this novel is designed well. Pace of the story is fine and I didn't felt bored anytime while reading the story. Language of the book is lucid with strong and smooth narration. Character development is done well and there is clarity in Kastle's writing. I am impressed with her writing style and I am curious to read the next book in the series.

Rating 4.5/5

[Monika Singla · Rating 5 out of 5]

🔷 BOOK: Bone Chimes
🔷 AUTHOR: M.A. Kastle

I love reading paranormal fantasy stories. Therefore, I picked this novel Bone Chimes by the author M.A. Kastle. Story highlights mainly two werewolf characters. Jordyn Langston is a pureblood werewolf. Three years back, she left Trinity on some terms and living in Butterfly Valley. There, she is dating a human. But we can't run away from her past for long. Same happened with Jordyn. A wedding took her back to the Trinity. Rutger Kanin who serves as the Director of Enforcers for the Cascade pack is worried because of the evil intruder in their territory and the murders that has happened there. Know the entire story by reading this novel yourself.

Review:
1) Cover image of the book couldn't have been better than this. It is looking perfectly paranormal.
2) Storyline is gripping and I binge read it on weekends.
3) World building is amazing and I appreciate author's vivid imagination in creating the world full of werewolves and witches. I was amazed to read about the laws allowing werewolves to buy property.
4) Whenever I read werewolf stories, it reminds me of Twilight movie or Vampire Diaries TV Series. Author has done great job in this novel.
5) I enjoyed this novel from the first page to the last full stop. Although it is quite lengthy but it was worth my time.

Rating 5/5

[Shanaya · Rating 5 out of 5]

"Bone Chimes" by M. A. Kastle is the first book in "Cascade Saga" series. This is one of the most engaging and interesting novel I have read so far.

The story in this book mainly resolves around the two main characters - Jordyn Longston & Rutger Kanin. -Jordyn Longston is a pureblood werewolf who left her pack, she has hidden her strange power and identity. What powers she possessed?
Later, her powers begin to morph, changing her future, exposing her past, and putting her life in danger. Will she be able to avoid these dangers?

On the other hand, Rutger Kanin is an another character who serves as the Director of Enforcers for the Cascade pack. When an evil invades the territory, leaving dead bodies in its wake, the pack begins to doubt his ability. But his duty is to keep the pack safe and secure. Later, he discovers that Jordyn's life is in danger and she is the target of the evil killer. Will Rutger be able to help Jordyn ?

I really liked the storyline, I love reading books with different characters. The mystery of that evil killer kept me interested till the end. It's a page turner and I was completely lost in this book. I absolutely loved it. I am impressed with the writing style of the author and her imagination skills are superb. I look forward to reading the next part of this series.

[_sassy_39 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bone Chimes is a fantasy novel by the author M.A. Kastle. It is the first book the Cascade Saga series. The protagonist of the story are a pureblood werewolf Jordyn Langston and Rutger Kanin.

Rutger Kanin, a werewolf belongs to the Cascade Territory. Ansel Wolt is Rutger's trusted partner and second in command with the enforcers. Ansel is also a member of Cascade pack. Mystery started when they found a half body of a dead naked man. Rutger was the Director of Enforcers for the Cascade pack. It's his duty to keep the pack and territory safe. So, he called the Sheriff and Emergency services.

On the other hand, Jordyn Langston, another werewolf lives in Butterfly Valley and was dating a human. She was forced to return to Trinity where her life is in danger. With all the killings happening, Jordyn become the target of the evil killer. Will Rutger be successful in saving Jordyn's life or something else is written in Jordyn's fate?

The story is intense and I couldn't put this book down. Although the novel is much lengthy, but it was worth my time. Cover page of the novel is eye catchy and narration is smooth. Language is easy to understand. I am excited to read the sequel of it.

[Daksh · Rating 5 out of 5]

⭐Jordyn Langston was a pureblood werewolf who had hidden her every identification, strength and power.As the time passes away, her she was exposed with her past, that changes her future.Rutger did not understand the changes in Jordyn Langston.
And in a same time death count were increased.
If you are excited to know that, Will Rutger be able to save Jordan from the evil....
Then grab your copy now.

⭐It is a 333 page story that I can say was so good as the story was Described In A Average Speed That Every Author NeedsTo Maintain.

⭐It was an amazing read.A reader can easily imagine the events during read.

⭐If I talk about presentation of this book, it's wonderful, and language is too easy.

[Shenzoo · Rating 5 out of 5]

There was so much happening around in this book that I’m not sure where to begin, with interesting characters, a suspenseful plot, and some surprisingly unique ideas, you will be richly rewarded.

Bone Chimes is a paranormal romance and fantasy novel by author M.A. Kastle. It is the first book in the Cascade Saga Series. I love reading stories about werewolves and I have read so many books based on such theme so I picked this book and honestly, it didn't disappointed me at all.

The story involves murder mystery that is really not easy to solve. The two main characters of
the story are Jordyn and Rutger. The story starts with a woman trespassing on Cascade territory and Rutger failed to catch her. He found a half body in the territory but he was so sure that, it's not a human and suspected the same as a Witch. As Rutger is the Director of Enforcers
for the Cascade pack, he is responsible to keep the territory free from intruders. Without giving a spoiler about Jordyn's part in this story, I would like to invite you all to grab your copy and enjoy the fantasy world created by the author.

Cover photo of this novel is really good and attractive. The story has a smooth pace. Language of the book is lucid and simple to understand with strong and smooth narration. I am curious to read what mystery she created in the next part.