Run, Kat, Run and Encantado Dreams

Mortality Bites #7–8 omnibus

by Ramy Vance, S.W. Clarke

Run, Kat, Run, Book 7: Stalkers, souls and sacrifice … And to think, all Kat wanted was to curl up under her duvet and watch Legally Blonde. After killing three dead gods—again—you’d think I’d get a break. Some time off to lick my wounds in a very cat-like fashion. But my stalker has other plans. And after discovering who my stalker is—or rather, was—I miss the good old days when my enemies were dead gods and world armies. My name is Katrina Darling, and my stalker just had to be one of the most powerful creatures in all of creation, didn’t he? Encantado Dreams, Book 8: Katrina Darling hasn’t been back for the start of the semester, leaving a void in her seat and in her boyfriend’s heart. Luckily for both, I’m a shapeshifter who specializes in pretending to be a long-lost lover. And Justin is just too yummy to not indulge in. But when you’re a 500-year-old shapeshifter who’s broken her fair share of happy homes, you tend to make enemies. And one of my mine just showed up, making things a bit more complicated than I’d like. My name is Isabella Ramirez, and what was supposed to be a harmless little fling has turned into something far more deadly. If you like the Dresden Files, Mercy Thompson or Buffy the Vampire Slayer, then you’ll be helplessly addicted to the Mortality Bites series. "Mythology, satire, and brutal honesty. Vance delivers a knockout punch of fun and fearlessness in every last one of his books. Not only does he make you laugh, he makes you think. That's a rare combination that few authors ever achieve, and Vance does it splendidly." — John P. Logsdon, author of the Paranormal Police Department series. What Amazon readers are ★★★★★ ‘Urban Fantasy at its best.’ ★★★★★ ‘Irritatingly unputdownable.’ ★★★★★ ‘Refreshing in its uniqueness.’ ★★★★★ ‘Boy was this long overdue! I was just whining to my husband about how everyone seems to be working from the same book outline when this little gem popped up.’ ★★★★★ ‘Great world building.’ ★★★★★ ‘Really enjoyable story. I went directly to Book 2.’ ★★★★★ ‘Genuine giggles on every page.’ ★★★★★ ‘Oh I needed that ... Something different.’ ★★★★★ ‘Ex-vampires, avatars, fae, and humans just trying to get along… Make time to sit down and read through in one sitting.’ The Mortality Bites Series takes place in the GoneGod World... an inspiring and unique setting of myths, magic and mischief. But what is the GoneGod World? Four years ago, the gods left. All of them. Their last message to humanity was "Thank you for believing in us, but it is not enough. We're leaving. Good luck." At first no one took them seriously. Until, that is, all the denizens of all the heavens and hells started showing up on people's doorsteps.

Genres: Fantasy

429 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 7, 2019

About the author

Ramy is the creator of the GoneGod World - a universe dedicated to myth, magic, mischief and mayhem.

He lives in Edinburgh with his wife, demonic toddler, monstrous 8-year old and imaginary dog.

Terrified, he pretty much stays in his office and writes.

Reviews

[Melissa Arthur · Rating 3 out of 5]

Loved run Kat run hated Encantado dreams, how do you think to steal a woman's father is terrible but stealing a woman's boyfriend by impersonating her is ok, that's not a heroine that's just wrong.....and said boyfriend " I missed you and love Kat" oh your not Kat just pretending to be her to get me oh well I love you now then, cause you did that special thing that men love, sad

[Christina · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ugh

Ok so 4 stars to Run Kat Run. The closure of the story with Enoch was so good

2 stars to Encantado. I just…can’t get behind the authors basically having Isa rape Justin and then Justin just being like ‘eh no biggie’ to the whole deal. She was so obsessed with him that she made herself into Kat and tricked him into having sex with him!! Then basically no remorse on her part and when he finds out he doesn’t fucking care at all ?? Kat deserves better than that. Look I get if the authors want to add another person into this whole group but they should have made her have some kind of redemption arc.

And ffs Justin is getting some kind of Other procedure done to him and he doesn’t even question it?? Wtf. He’s such an idiot. I hope he gets killed off

[Alicia Gee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another one out of the park, Vance! You've got me hook, line and sinker in the GoneGodsWorld!! this world has made my time in quarantine more than bearable. I love a great kickass female lead, and you keep delivering on spades. Once again, well done.

[Veronica · Rating 5 out of 5]

More of Kat’s snark and out-loud-thoughts, and also many unfinished facts. Damn you, Ramy: now I have to Google all these things! Amidst the snark, fighting, pop (and older) references, and banter are some true gems that share universal truths.

[Lisa Cripe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoy the Gone Gods books very much. Kat is a fun, kick ass former vampire who just wants to atone. Great series

[Audrey Cienki · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great story. Looking forward to to the next one.

[Penny · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is two books, but I couldn't separate Encontado Dreams. Darn!

[PastelGothPower · Rating 5 out of 5]

Only marked for Encantado Dreams as it does not exist on Goodreads on its own.

[Elisha Quintois · Rating 4 out of 5]

Run, Kat, Run is the 7th book in 'The Mortality Bites' series

Encantado Dreams is the 8th book in 'The Mortality Bites' series

[Dave T · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good story

This is a good continuation of the series even though Encantado isn’t really about Kat except in reference. It was a captivating story though.

[David Caldwell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kat has managed to face the biggest challenge of her long life. She was hoping to have some quiet time to relax. But the stalker that has been creeping around finally decides it is time for a showdown. You just know he isn't going to be a pushover because nothing is easy for Kat.

Plus we get the introduction of Isa in the story Encantado Dreams. Isa is not a fighter. In fact, her first instinct is to run and hide from danger. But sometimes, you just have to go against your first instincts.

I really enjoy all of the world building that has gone into the GoneGod World. It continues to grow into new paths while not forgetting the older ones.

The only thing that bothers me at times is trying to place a story into the proper timeline (but the author has promised he is working on an official timeline).

[Alicia Scarborough · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wowed this is good...

I’m in love with this series. Kat, Isa and all in the godgone universe. I cannot wait to see what happens in the next book.

I never knew that Raspy man could have been such a powerful creature... I could have sworn he was a vampire like Kat. Guess I was wrong. But it was awesome.

Egya is gonna have some fun now with his “new” powers.

What is Kat going to say to Justin? I so wanted to see that scene play out.

Guess I’ll hopefully find out in the next book.

[Jen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great GoneGods book.

Id already read Kat and Isa's stories but this was a great book that showed how their stories connect. I was very curious how Justin ended up with Isa. Now i know.

[Howard Stallings · Rating 5 out of 5]

Twisty..we likes twisty

So dark yet so light and airy.
Amazing characters and so much information and history...escapism and school in one series!
Love it!

Howard S

[Bre · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love these books

Some of the best books I ever read!! But I want more kat books she's my favorite character in the GoneGod world!!