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Mackenzie Grey: Trials #4
Stolen Relics
Are all the fairy tales real?
Mackenzie Grey is back at the Supernatural Investigative Unit and her first big case is not what she expects. Tasked to find stolen relics that are attached to a legend even Kenz herself is having a hard time believing. This leads to a target getting put on her back, and she finds help from an unexpected enemy.
Unfortunately, the SIU isn’t all Kenz has to worry about. When Alexander finds out about Ollie, he takes the first flight to New York City to spend time with his daughter, but he comes with news of his own that will change Mackenzie’s world completely.
Will Mackenzie find the thief in time before the bounty on her head is collected? And will her life be altered after Alexander’s proclamation? Find out in Stolen Relics.
Mackenzie Grey is back at the Supernatural Investigative Unit and her first big case is not what she expects. Tasked to find stolen relics that are attached to a legend even Kenz herself is having a hard time believing. This leads to a target getting put on her back, and she finds help from an unexpected enemy.
Unfortunately, the SIU isn’t all Kenz has to worry about. When Alexander finds out about Ollie, he takes the first flight to New York City to spend time with his daughter, but he comes with news of his own that will change Mackenzie’s world completely.
Will Mackenzie find the thief in time before the bounty on her head is collected? And will her life be altered after Alexander’s proclamation? Find out in Stolen Relics.
226 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 18, 2020
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Karina Espinosa
107 books466 followersKarina Espinosa is a Colombian-American author best known for the Mackenzie Grey series, the Blood Weaver Trilogy, and her latest romantasy hit, The Dragon’s Ballad. When she’s not writing fierce heroines and magical chaos, she’s globe-trotting, bingeing Asian dramas, or teaching college students how to write essays—with a coffee in hand and fictional body count on the rise.
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May 29, 2020
Once again, another great cover, that fits well with both the Trials and Originals Series. The background of the night sky, with the full moon making it mysterious, the haunting eyes of the wolf and Mackenzie Grey front and centre where she always is! Perfect! This cover, in fact all the series covers do their job well, as the covers would make me want to pick up the books to learn more about them. The image of Mackenzie, feminine, yet ready for action in those jeans and the leather jacket, hinting at the kick butt female her character is.
I found that I easily slipped right back into the Mackenzie Grey world and all it entails with no problems what so ever. I don’t re-read books so I rely on what I remember from previous books. This time Mackenzie and the Special Investigations Bureau are called to a night club called The Third Eye, that is run by a supernatural by the name of Maximos Limogiannis , though when they turn up, the owner doesn’t appreciate their attendance at all. In fact, he is quite rude to both Mackenzie and Michaels. Maximos is arrested, however it is rumoured that Maxiomos has “friends in high places” at the SIU, and it becomes apparent this is true when Michaels and Mackenzie are summoned into Lieutenant Briggs office and told to let Maximos go now! We meet a new supernatural called a Gemini in this book and it can replicate itself which means it proves to be a difficult opponent in a fight. Also, in this book the name of the mystery man from the last book is revealed, though we still don’t know if this man represents good or evil really.
It turns out that Mackenzie has a bounty on her head, not that it phases her in any way, she still intends on doing her SIU job and going to places alone much to the irritation of Bash, Alexander and Ranulf. The SIU is contacted about other attempted burglaries, which they immediately connect to the attempted burglary at The Third Eye, it seems someone somewhere is stealing and collecting relics. If this person, or group manage to obtain them all, it would make them both powerful and dangerous. It is hinted at many times throughout the book that these relics are from the times of the Norse Gods, meaning the magic they hold is both powerful and ancient too. It’s not long before whoever had them removed from the case at The Third Eye wants them back on the case. So, to say Mackenzie is busy is somewhat of an understatement. Whilst all this is going on at work, she is still struggling to come to terms with what she did to her brother in the last book. Mackenzie knows she needs to tell her father, King Alexander of the Lycans but dreads the moment thinking he will be both annoyed and disappointed by her actions. When her secret “mistake” is revealed Mackenzie is shocked by her father’s reaction. Mackenzie is busy with her brother Ollie and helping him cope with his new life and despite being Bash’s mate doesn’t take it very well when Bash initiates Ollie into the Brooklyn Pack. When Alexander visits there is a rather awkward dinner where he meets the parents that brought Mackenzie up as their daughter. Though Alexander easily flatters Mackenzie’s mum, her dad takes much more to win him over. The mysterious man that Mackenzie met in the last book finally gives her his name Ulfur. He seems to appear and be there when she most needs him….well most of the time. Of course, there’s some Mackenzie and Bash sections with some tough decisions made about their futures, from their relationship status to where they will live when Mackenzie has to take over from her father in Scotland. When Mackenzie spends time with her father, she realises her time of being free and able to do exactly as she wishes is coming to an end earlier than she thought it would. It is also revealed that there are Lycans and other Paranormals can and probably will challenge her being the Queen of Lycans.
I really enjoyed looking at Mackenzie and her relationships with different people. The way Mackenzie feels responsible, and extremely protective of her brother Ollie’s predicament and makes sure to be there for him during his first change. Despite the extra strength he has gained with his new abilities she still seems to look at him as “breakable” and as someone she needs to look out for. With Mackenzie and her father King Alexander, we see a softer side, a more parent, child relationship in this book. When King Alexander dresses casually and they get to go out and eat pizza, like “normal” people do. You really get to witness the family love between them in this book. There are some big changes ahead for Mackenzie & Bash too! But I honestly cannot talk about those without giving anything away, other than saying…I can’t wait!! I also loved that Sterling Rose, a Luna got to fight for a chance at being a Captain! Though it turns out Mackenzie can’t resist shouting hints and tips from the side lines irritating and riling the male lycans, so much, Bash has to warn her she can only stay and watch the other rounds of fighting if she promises to be quiet. Both Bash and Mackenzie are sharing more with each other but still have things that they omit telling the other which we see once again in this book.
My immediate thoughts upon finishing this book were, Wow! as amazingly addictive reading as ever! And hmmm, is Ulfur who I think he could be? Great to have more between Kenzie & Alexander! Looking forward to the 'human wedding's between Kenz & Bash, I'm sure Amy will be helping her out with those arrangements. Can hardly wait for more! And I did my best to read this one slowly too!! Loved it, love Kenz & Bash, Jackson & Amy ...mmm what about Ollie & Sterling Rose perhaps?? I have soooo many questions?
To sum up I love revisiting this world and reading about the latest problems Mackenzie is dealing with, whilst catching up on her relationship with Bash, her family and her work mates at the SIU. I love the writing style, and feel like I read the books really quickly, to a point that I consciously made an effort to read this book slower than normal and enjoy it even more. Think about what I have read and ponder what may be coming next for Mackenzie. As always as soon as I finished reading this book, I was ready to read more as soon as possible. So, I guess the countdown to the next book begins!
I found that I easily slipped right back into the Mackenzie Grey world and all it entails with no problems what so ever. I don’t re-read books so I rely on what I remember from previous books. This time Mackenzie and the Special Investigations Bureau are called to a night club called The Third Eye, that is run by a supernatural by the name of Maximos Limogiannis , though when they turn up, the owner doesn’t appreciate their attendance at all. In fact, he is quite rude to both Mackenzie and Michaels. Maximos is arrested, however it is rumoured that Maxiomos has “friends in high places” at the SIU, and it becomes apparent this is true when Michaels and Mackenzie are summoned into Lieutenant Briggs office and told to let Maximos go now! We meet a new supernatural called a Gemini in this book and it can replicate itself which means it proves to be a difficult opponent in a fight. Also, in this book the name of the mystery man from the last book is revealed, though we still don’t know if this man represents good or evil really.
It turns out that Mackenzie has a bounty on her head, not that it phases her in any way, she still intends on doing her SIU job and going to places alone much to the irritation of Bash, Alexander and Ranulf. The SIU is contacted about other attempted burglaries, which they immediately connect to the attempted burglary at The Third Eye, it seems someone somewhere is stealing and collecting relics. If this person, or group manage to obtain them all, it would make them both powerful and dangerous. It is hinted at many times throughout the book that these relics are from the times of the Norse Gods, meaning the magic they hold is both powerful and ancient too. It’s not long before whoever had them removed from the case at The Third Eye wants them back on the case. So, to say Mackenzie is busy is somewhat of an understatement. Whilst all this is going on at work, she is still struggling to come to terms with what she did to her brother in the last book. Mackenzie knows she needs to tell her father, King Alexander of the Lycans but dreads the moment thinking he will be both annoyed and disappointed by her actions. When her secret “mistake” is revealed Mackenzie is shocked by her father’s reaction. Mackenzie is busy with her brother Ollie and helping him cope with his new life and despite being Bash’s mate doesn’t take it very well when Bash initiates Ollie into the Brooklyn Pack. When Alexander visits there is a rather awkward dinner where he meets the parents that brought Mackenzie up as their daughter. Though Alexander easily flatters Mackenzie’s mum, her dad takes much more to win him over. The mysterious man that Mackenzie met in the last book finally gives her his name Ulfur. He seems to appear and be there when she most needs him….well most of the time. Of course, there’s some Mackenzie and Bash sections with some tough decisions made about their futures, from their relationship status to where they will live when Mackenzie has to take over from her father in Scotland. When Mackenzie spends time with her father, she realises her time of being free and able to do exactly as she wishes is coming to an end earlier than she thought it would. It is also revealed that there are Lycans and other Paranormals can and probably will challenge her being the Queen of Lycans.
I really enjoyed looking at Mackenzie and her relationships with different people. The way Mackenzie feels responsible, and extremely protective of her brother Ollie’s predicament and makes sure to be there for him during his first change. Despite the extra strength he has gained with his new abilities she still seems to look at him as “breakable” and as someone she needs to look out for. With Mackenzie and her father King Alexander, we see a softer side, a more parent, child relationship in this book. When King Alexander dresses casually and they get to go out and eat pizza, like “normal” people do. You really get to witness the family love between them in this book. There are some big changes ahead for Mackenzie & Bash too! But I honestly cannot talk about those without giving anything away, other than saying…I can’t wait!! I also loved that Sterling Rose, a Luna got to fight for a chance at being a Captain! Though it turns out Mackenzie can’t resist shouting hints and tips from the side lines irritating and riling the male lycans, so much, Bash has to warn her she can only stay and watch the other rounds of fighting if she promises to be quiet. Both Bash and Mackenzie are sharing more with each other but still have things that they omit telling the other which we see once again in this book.
My immediate thoughts upon finishing this book were, Wow! as amazingly addictive reading as ever! And hmmm, is Ulfur who I think he could be? Great to have more between Kenzie & Alexander! Looking forward to the 'human wedding's between Kenz & Bash, I'm sure Amy will be helping her out with those arrangements. Can hardly wait for more! And I did my best to read this one slowly too!! Loved it, love Kenz & Bash, Jackson & Amy ...mmm what about Ollie & Sterling Rose perhaps?? I have soooo many questions?
To sum up I love revisiting this world and reading about the latest problems Mackenzie is dealing with, whilst catching up on her relationship with Bash, her family and her work mates at the SIU. I love the writing style, and feel like I read the books really quickly, to a point that I consciously made an effort to read this book slower than normal and enjoy it even more. Think about what I have read and ponder what may be coming next for Mackenzie. As always as soon as I finished reading this book, I was ready to read more as soon as possible. So, I guess the countdown to the next book begins!
May 21, 2020
Mackenzie is still feeling guilt over what she did to her brother Ollie. She stands by him for his first shift. Things are going well with Sebastian. Work has been on the quiet side, which she is grateful for. To many things have happened lately. There is a call about a robbery that Mackenzie and Michael answer. When they get there, they face a new type of supernatural. The owner will not answer there questions, so they take him in. When the relic stolen, a call from the Upper SIU have them investigate.
Mackenzie is attacked by the person Bobby Wu took her too. She doesn't know what type of supernatural he is. She knows she will not be able to defeat him. The find out that there is a bounty on her head. With everything going on with work. Alexander comes to town to see her and tell her the worst news for her.
Mackenzie and her team will try everything they can to get these relics. Mackenzie will work with people that mean her harm. Everything is chaos for her, will she be able to get the relics or will she or someone she loves lose their lives.
This was a great read, you are instantly drawn into this book. You see Mackenzie become more cautious due to her past mistakes. Loved have Alexander in this book. The family aspect plus with what is going on. The way this book ended, I wanted to scream. I honestly can say I love reading this series, can't wait for the next one. I highly recommend this book/ series, you won't regret it.
Received an ARC copy of this book, this is my honest review of book
Mackenzie is attacked by the person Bobby Wu took her too. She doesn't know what type of supernatural he is. She knows she will not be able to defeat him. The find out that there is a bounty on her head. With everything going on with work. Alexander comes to town to see her and tell her the worst news for her.
Mackenzie and her team will try everything they can to get these relics. Mackenzie will work with people that mean her harm. Everything is chaos for her, will she be able to get the relics or will she or someone she loves lose their lives.
This was a great read, you are instantly drawn into this book. You see Mackenzie become more cautious due to her past mistakes. Loved have Alexander in this book. The family aspect plus with what is going on. The way this book ended, I wanted to scream. I honestly can say I love reading this series, can't wait for the next one. I highly recommend this book/ series, you won't regret it.
Received an ARC copy of this book, this is my honest review of book
May 24, 2020
An Exciting New Mackenzie Grey book! You won't want to put down!
I've been reading the Mackenzie Grey books from the first book and I've never been disappointed in any of them and this book is no exception!
The relationship between Mackenzie and Bash is changing. The relationship between Mackenzie and her bio dad Alexander is getting closer. And there is a new member in Bash's pack! A new character has shown up and is making us readers wondering who Ulfur really is as he is really powerful if he's friend or foe! And a decision has been made for the near future for Mackenzie!
Want to know more? Well you need to read it to get these answers and more! I really can't wait for Mackenzie Grey's next book! Karina Espinosa really gets the readers attention from the first sentence and keeps us wanting to read more chapter by chapter! Thank you Karina Espinosa for writing such great paranormal books that makes us wanting more!
I've been reading the Mackenzie Grey books from the first book and I've never been disappointed in any of them and this book is no exception!
The relationship between Mackenzie and Bash is changing. The relationship between Mackenzie and her bio dad Alexander is getting closer. And there is a new member in Bash's pack! A new character has shown up and is making us readers wondering who Ulfur really is as he is really powerful if he's friend or foe! And a decision has been made for the near future for Mackenzie!
Want to know more? Well you need to read it to get these answers and more! I really can't wait for Mackenzie Grey's next book! Karina Espinosa really gets the readers attention from the first sentence and keeps us wanting to read more chapter by chapter! Thank you Karina Espinosa for writing such great paranormal books that makes us wanting more!
August 7, 2020
I have been eagerly anticipating this book for months! I cannot get enough of Mackenzie Grey (or Bash!!) and I have not been disappointed. I love how we start to see a more mature Kenz who thinks about the consequences of her actions, but still hasn't lost her 'kick ass' attitude. She has accepted her fate as the future Queen of the Lycans, although she hopes it is a long way in the future. Because of this and her new reinstatement to the SIU she is trying to keep out of trouble, but for those of us who have been with Kenz from the start, trouble always seems to find her......
For me this book was an absolute page turner, and one I have read again and again. I love all of the characters (but Bash is my favourite!!) and have enjoyed seeing each character grow throughout the series. I can't wait for the next instalment.
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Katie xx
For me this book was an absolute page turner, and one I have read again and again. I love all of the characters (but Bash is my favourite!!) and have enjoyed seeing each character grow throughout the series. I can't wait for the next instalment.
Check out my full review here!
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Katie xx
January 14, 2021
Oh snap
This was enjoyable. Oddly enough, I miss her outbursts so I'm glad she still goes crazy once in a while. But she's matured so much, and I love the way things flowed. It's definitely a new turn cause mysterious things are building up and she's getting closer to taking over the throne. I'm so excited.
This was enjoyable. Oddly enough, I miss her outbursts so I'm glad she still goes crazy once in a while. But she's matured so much, and I love the way things flowed. It's definitely a new turn cause mysterious things are building up and she's getting closer to taking over the throne. I'm so excited.
April 13, 2021
I love the Mackenzie Grey series and am glad that it is going on! I can't help but see Mackenzie as a trouble magnet. She also never wants to "bring" her friends and loved ones into her mess. But what she doesn't realize, is by keeping them out, she is pushing them away. One day, she will have to learn that they can make decisions for themselves.
July 3, 2024
Each book in the series is amazing
These books are great... each one gives you another piece to the puzzle and builds the story a bit more while managing to focus on a sub story. Love Ollie and what he's becoming and Sterling and need to continue where this is leading. Love MacKenzie and Bash... so good!
These books are great... each one gives you another piece to the puzzle and builds the story a bit more while managing to focus on a sub story. Love Ollie and what he's becoming and Sterling and need to continue where this is leading. Love MacKenzie and Bash... so good!
May 30, 2020
Extremely well written and world development as usual is top notch. Glad we have more of Bash in this book. We are getting closer to needing to leave for Scotland so looking forward to how the story develops and hope we can get back to more drama like the first books
October 15, 2020
Exciting until the end
Good continuation of the story. Great action scenes, interesting characters, strong female lead character. Exciting to read. Can't wait for the next installment.
Good continuation of the story. Great action scenes, interesting characters, strong female lead character. Exciting to read. Can't wait for the next installment.
March 7, 2023
At the start I really enjoyed this series, for some reason I am starting to lose interest. Each book as one main event, but the overall theme moves through all the books. Maybe I just want the thing I am waiting for to happen faster.
September 10, 2023
Like Glue
I am completely stuck on Mackenzie Grey and seeing where here story finally ends up. Queen of the Lycans, The Lone Wolf, Queen Slayer, Curse Breaker. How many more names can be added? Let's find out!
I am completely stuck on Mackenzie Grey and seeing where here story finally ends up. Queen of the Lycans, The Lone Wolf, Queen Slayer, Curse Breaker. How many more names can be added? Let's find out!
July 3, 2020
I love me some Mackenzie Grey
Cant get enough of Mackenzie and i just love her with Sebastian. Cant get enough of them and im really anxious for the next part in thier adventures
Cant get enough of Mackenzie and i just love her with Sebastian. Cant get enough of them and im really anxious for the next part in thier adventures
July 19, 2020
So goood
Amazing as always. Great characters wonderful story line leave you wanting more. Only negative is wish we had more Amy scenes.
Amazing as always. Great characters wonderful story line leave you wanting more. Only negative is wish we had more Amy scenes.
September 22, 2020
Loved it
I love this series! I can’t get enough of Kenzie and the gang! I’m impatiently waiting for the next book!
I love this series! I can’t get enough of Kenzie and the gang! I’m impatiently waiting for the next book!
October 18, 2020
Great but I hate having to wait for the next book.
Yes 👍. I want to read the next book soon as possible.
I'm a fan of this series and can't wait for more.
Yes 👍. I want to read the next book soon as possible.
I'm a fan of this series and can't wait for more.
July 1, 2021
Great!
Loved every minute of this! Such a great story line and I cannot wait to read more! Download it now!
Loved every minute of this! Such a great story line and I cannot wait to read more! Download it now!
September 5, 2024
Good fun story I love this series
January 19, 2025
Great read
Another great book. This story keeps building into the others. There are so many layers I don't know how this story will ever wrap up.
Another great book. This story keeps building into the others. There are so many layers I don't know how this story will ever wrap up.
April 18, 2025
Great series!! Couldn’t stop at one but had to go through all of them in the series non stop till completed.
October 11, 2025
Interesting! Again with the cliffhanger ending! Not my favorite, but we need to read on, for McKenzie and Bash!
November 6, 2025
it just gets better
This series is a gem. It started out well, then as characters developed it has evolved into an addictive adventure.
This series is a gem. It started out well, then as characters developed it has evolved into an addictive adventure.
December 28, 2022
I seriously enjoyed this book!! I finished all available books in this series in 3 days. Glad to see the growth n the mc and I can’t wait to see what happens next.
March 23, 2023
Re-listened March 23, 2023
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Narrated by Nicole Poole
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Soooooo recommend this series 😍
Binge-listening on Audible 😂
🎧📚
Narrated by Nicole Poole
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Soooooo recommend this series 😍
Binge-listening on Audible 😂
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