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This novella is part of the Deadly Secrets Series and would be best read by reading books 1-5 of Deadly Secrets Brothers that Bite series and other novellas.

Have you ever wondered about Taria Cross’s parents? Well here is their story but it doesn’t end here…

Naki has walked this earth long enough and was tired of having no contact with others but her family. She had decided that she has lived long enough life without the touch of another. Naki was ready to move on to the next life, praying to the Gods; it would be better.

That was until something started to hunt her people and she wouldn’t stand by while innocent shifters were hurt or killed. What she didn’t expect was meeting a Hunter who she was taught was the enemy. What Naki didn’t understand was the way this Hunter made her feel, but could she trust him? Naki knew something was killing her people, but she didn’t want to believe that this Hunter was the enemy she had been warned about.

Joziah is a Hunter. His job is to hunt down whatever and whoever is breaking the laws of the supernatural world. That isn’t the only job that he was put on this earth to do.

His main reason for living is to keep every supernatural and human safe from the evil that wanted this earth. Doing that was Joziah Cross single focus until his eyes fell on Naki. He knew that once their eyes met his life now belonged to her as she belonged to him. The problem with that is Naki was a panther shifter but not just any shifter she was the first-born daughter of the Panther God. She wasn’t to be looked upon and never touched, but what could anyone do if he already touched her soul?

Find out how a Hunter met and fell in love with a Demigod.
What will they have to do to be together? Will their love be torn apart, or can they overcome the laws that say they could never be together?

96 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 16, 2019

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E. Bowser

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E. Bowser is a new exciting author of paranormal romance, mystery, and suspense. E. Bowser loves to come home and write whatever stories come to mind. E. Bowser always wanted to write a story that people would like to read and give their feedback to make her next ones better. She loves to read herself and take great pleasure in doing so. E. Bowser started writing short stories about life, anything horror or paranormal when she was in middle school. E. Bowser loves to write whatever her imagination can come up with over a cup of tea. You can contact me @:
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50k reviews134 followers
Want to read
October 18, 2021
🎁 FREE on Amazon today (1/14/2020)! 🎁
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13 reviews
July 2, 2020
A Great Backstory!!!

Seeing how Naki and Joziah met gives a great backstory to Apu and Beverley. We see how deals with demons are made and how families will turn against each other for power, even if it means making side deals and backstabbing people who are in on the deals. This book also explains how Taria’s parents lived and are still living so long. This book could bring about at least 3 additional storylines/books that I can’t wait to read!!! Keep up the good work E. Bowser!!! You’re doing it sis!❤️
Profile Image for Chrys Minter.
856 reviews7 followers
February 27, 2021
Great!!!!

Great story of the parents and their love.. this series was an adventurous ride that I will definitely ride again.
56 reviews1 follower
May 3, 2020
Well ok!

Wow!! I can't wait to find out what happens next? Taria is gonna be pissed off!! Glad I know how mommas and daddy came about tho! Stop? When's the next one coming??? Can't wait!! Great job boo!
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2,948 reviews16 followers
March 27, 2022
A great intro that helps set up what's to come. It's got a great storyline too.
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Author 77 books52 followers
October 18, 2019
Love In Spite Of It All

This story was an enchanting read! I'm new to shifters, but I like the way their humanity is still present here. Joziah and Naki risked everything for a love they never saw coming! But now... their sins may have to be redeemed by their descendants! Great, quick read!
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217 reviews2 followers
October 3, 2020
Deadly Secrets

Omfgggg I am a junkie and I'm proud!! This Deadly Secrets series will take you on a ride and you will feel like you are right in the middle of it all!! This was sadly just a lil teaser I NEED MORE!!
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 READ INDEED!! GET INTO IT FROM BOOK 1!!
Profile Image for Tasha P..
575 reviews3 followers
January 10, 2025
Oh Yeah

I loved this backstory on Taria's parents Naki (Pearl) and Joziah. I can see there is so much more to come for this family in due time. And lots more Deadly Secrets to be revealed. Great read once again.
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1,159 reviews
July 19, 2019
Ooooh

Ok now I see why there is a rift with Naki family but it seems like she got blamed for things she had no control over. I hope they find out what the fairy soul is since that's what he wants and get her family land back. Great series overall
40 reviews
July 20, 2019
I’m ready!!

I swear this series just keeps getting better. There’s so many stories and they all keep you ready for more. I can’t wait for the next books because I have a lot of unanswered questions.
Profile Image for Katara Johnson.
551 reviews9 followers
October 13, 2019
Naki and Joziah

This novella is about Taria parents another key to the mystery but it also raises more questions about Naki’s background! If you haven’t read this series then you should!!
27 reviews1 follower
July 18, 2019
Wow!!!

I am so loving the Deadly Secrets series! E. Bowser has done it yet again! Keep up the good work! More please and soon!!!!
Profile Image for Shaniece.
815 reviews2 followers
July 23, 2019
Dam

How did they both make deals with the devil that’s coming back to bite them? Omg if they have grandkids which will be royalty they damn sho gone have to find a way out the deal
Profile Image for Antonies  Aime.
253 reviews
July 22, 2019
🥰🥰

Too short but informative. I see at least 2 more books in this series. I can’t wait for more books. Good read
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78 reviews1 follower
March 1, 2024
WHAT A WILD RIDE!

A LAYER OF WORLDS BUILDS THE FAMILY TREE !
I absolutely love this series. Each novella peels back an intricate layer to the story that colors the history of these characters. I adore that it’s like being enthralled in a series, having a character introduced, you get lured by intrigue and their backstory blows your mind and fills you with understanding. I loved Joziah and Naki’s story. It answered so many questions but left a ton more burning in the mind. You get more insight into Taria’s bloodline, why Beverly is the super villain you didn’t coming and just how long these demons have been around and will stop at nothing and use ANYONE to fulfill their agenda. Although short this is greatly needed in the timeline of deadly secrets. E. Bowser is the master of building worlds and enrapturing you with her descriptive linguistics and her phenomenal pen. I cannot wait to fall deeper into this world.
Profile Image for Ms. E aka Ms. ECharm.
250 reviews
August 27, 2025
Whew!!!!

This is crazy!!!
Love, betrayal, mystery and the love for power! I have no words. All I can say is. … Make sure you read this in order. It is WORTH IT!!
(If you are not sure of the order. Look at my review of ‘ The Vampire and his Alpha Mate’. I’m so glad someone gave me the list.
Profile Image for Abby G. Amos.
1,257 reviews3 followers
November 24, 2022
Nice Read!

I loved reading the the background on how Joziah and Naki met and got together! I do believe everyone who reads this book will enjoy it! I definitely recommend it to others!
1,914 reviews5 followers
November 28, 2023
Femi

Femi is about to wreck havoc over his land. I know he is going to be so grateful for the Cross savings his life. I don't know what that Cupid is looking for, but baby, his must don't know who the parents are. Go messing with them people children if you want to.
Profile Image for Patrice Latimore.
650 reviews
August 29, 2024
Good information

This read was a good filler for what happened in the previous books. A lot of stuff happened with Taria’s parents and this read gave us what we needed to fill in the gaps. Series is coming together.
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253 reviews
August 25, 2025
I liked the backstory it just took too long for me to really “get in to it” especially for a Novella.
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149 reviews8 followers
February 27, 2024
So Taria is finally getting the story behind her mother and father coming together. Naki “Pearl” hells her about her upbringing now her mother slept with a god and had 3 babies by him. Doing so he lost his powers and they were given to Naki but she was kept hidden but didn’t know why. Joziah chasing a demon led him to and Naki. He and Beverly tracked the demon down to her village.
More Deadly Secrets are revealed but some are still being held to the chest and it seems that Taria stills has more to find out about her lineage..Heading straight into the next book cuz Ebony Bowser’s pen game is unmatched !!!!!
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426 reviews4 followers
July 29, 2019
Wooooooow

Wow, this story is super deep with history!! OMG!! This storyline is WONDERFUL!! Naki and Joziah history is impeccable...sheesh!! I can’t wait for the next installment!! She doesn’t disappoint!! A must read!!!!
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