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Paranormal World #3.5
Mystic Memories
Their memories were stolen but what they forgot could get them killed.
Felix Gonzalez was fine navigating the new world created by the magical apocalypse not knowing his past or what he had become. With the power of The Six and his guardian angel, Azrael, he stopped questioning why his mind wasn’t quite right or how he could kill with just a simple touch.
Then he met her.
Francesca Ross always seemed comfortable with her life as a fairy warrior until her impending nuptials to a king of the underworld. Then an old friend brings news that changes her world and priorities.
Seizing a way out, she goes on the run to search for answers to her past and meets a man that might change her future. But will the truths they uncover about themselves upset the balance between good and evil?
Fans of Supernatural and the Kate Daniels series will enjoy this novella set in the Paranormal World series.
Felix Gonzalez was fine navigating the new world created by the magical apocalypse not knowing his past or what he had become. With the power of The Six and his guardian angel, Azrael, he stopped questioning why his mind wasn’t quite right or how he could kill with just a simple touch.
Then he met her.
Francesca Ross always seemed comfortable with her life as a fairy warrior until her impending nuptials to a king of the underworld. Then an old friend brings news that changes her world and priorities.
Seizing a way out, she goes on the run to search for answers to her past and meets a man that might change her future. But will the truths they uncover about themselves upset the balance between good and evil?
Fans of Supernatural and the Kate Daniels series will enjoy this novella set in the Paranormal World series.
- GenresFantasy
174 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 23, 2020
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About the author
C.C. Solomon
16 books142 followersC.C. is a USA Today Bestselling author originally from Baltimore, Maryland. She has actively written fiction since the age of eleven. She is an avid “chick lit” reader and urban fantasy fan. In 2012, she participated as a writer and actress in the 48 hour film project. In her other life, she works in Equal Employment and Civil Rights for the Federal Government. Before becoming a public servant, C.C. briefly practiced law after graduating from the University of Maryland School of Law. In her free time she is obsessed with travel, horror, anime and K-dramas!
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December 11, 2020
Awesome
I can't stop reading this series. I couldn't put them down and read them one after another in one sitting. Can't wait for more from this author
I can't stop reading this series. I couldn't put them down and read them one after another in one sitting. Can't wait for more from this author
June 21, 2020
This was one of CC's novellas that tells of one of her main characters, and how they came to be a part of her main storyline. This time it was about Felix. Well, mainly Felix. We, of course, have to include Francesca and Faith, one an early companion, the other the more recent companion.
Felix is a part of The Six, the group that seems to be chosen to aid the new soulmates in regaining their position, and in helping them keep it. But Felix had some issues. His biggest issue was, he had no memory of the past. He didn't remember where he was born, when, to whom, or anything after that. Currently, being a part of The Six, his only memory is of Faith, how he met her and everything after that...up to a point.
And that brings us to Felix's second issue. He has a voice in his head that goes by the name Azrael, and that voice has whispered many things to him about his past while keeping him out of trouble. However, he brought his own flavor of trouble to Felix. He kept causing him blackouts. Blackouts where Felix would come to in strange places unaware of what he was doing there and what he had done while there.
Between these two issues, Felix was a bit of a mess. But he was the friendliest, kindest, biggest teddy bear lug of a hero in their group of six. And he was powerful. He just wasn't sure how.
And just when he thinks life is going along smoothly, his purpose clear, his guardian angel residing in his head his only problem, in walks Francesca, a blast from his past who doesn't remember him at all. As his memories return, hers don't. He is definitely at a crossroads, as is she, and the two of them could very well mess things up for their own sides of this apocalyptic coin. She needs to get away from hers. Quickly, as she is doomed to a life on the evil side if she doesn't get away, like now. For Felix, things aren't quite as clear. Francesca confuses him, but he has a definite place on the side of good, and if she wants to be a part of his life, she needs to leave her old life behind. He's not sure he can trust her to do that. This is when life truly gets interesting for the two of them.
This book is a lot of fun, watching Felix get his wits back, and it's also very tense and exciting what with all that is going on between him and his group and the harrowing job of getting rid of the old soulmates so the new ones can take their place in history.
I truly enjoyed this addition to the Paranormal World that CC Solomon has written both in full novels with the entire group and their adventures and the novellas that tell of each of the people and how they came to be where they are. It's an unusual way to convey an entire story, but in pieces, so in the end, we'll have the whole. I love the detail she affords each of her characters, showing how much she loves them herself. And allowing us to love each one for their own merits.
Felix was one of my favorites, and I'm so glad I got to learn so much more about his and his mysterious voice inside his head. Very, very well done, CC Solomon! Very, very well done, indeed!
This book was given to me as an advanced reader copy, and the review is in my own words and completely of my own volition. As always!
Felix is a part of The Six, the group that seems to be chosen to aid the new soulmates in regaining their position, and in helping them keep it. But Felix had some issues. His biggest issue was, he had no memory of the past. He didn't remember where he was born, when, to whom, or anything after that. Currently, being a part of The Six, his only memory is of Faith, how he met her and everything after that...up to a point.
And that brings us to Felix's second issue. He has a voice in his head that goes by the name Azrael, and that voice has whispered many things to him about his past while keeping him out of trouble. However, he brought his own flavor of trouble to Felix. He kept causing him blackouts. Blackouts where Felix would come to in strange places unaware of what he was doing there and what he had done while there.
Between these two issues, Felix was a bit of a mess. But he was the friendliest, kindest, biggest teddy bear lug of a hero in their group of six. And he was powerful. He just wasn't sure how.
And just when he thinks life is going along smoothly, his purpose clear, his guardian angel residing in his head his only problem, in walks Francesca, a blast from his past who doesn't remember him at all. As his memories return, hers don't. He is definitely at a crossroads, as is she, and the two of them could very well mess things up for their own sides of this apocalyptic coin. She needs to get away from hers. Quickly, as she is doomed to a life on the evil side if she doesn't get away, like now. For Felix, things aren't quite as clear. Francesca confuses him, but he has a definite place on the side of good, and if she wants to be a part of his life, she needs to leave her old life behind. He's not sure he can trust her to do that. This is when life truly gets interesting for the two of them.
This book is a lot of fun, watching Felix get his wits back, and it's also very tense and exciting what with all that is going on between him and his group and the harrowing job of getting rid of the old soulmates so the new ones can take their place in history.
I truly enjoyed this addition to the Paranormal World that CC Solomon has written both in full novels with the entire group and their adventures and the novellas that tell of each of the people and how they came to be where they are. It's an unusual way to convey an entire story, but in pieces, so in the end, we'll have the whole. I love the detail she affords each of her characters, showing how much she loves them herself. And allowing us to love each one for their own merits.
Felix was one of my favorites, and I'm so glad I got to learn so much more about his and his mysterious voice inside his head. Very, very well done, CC Solomon! Very, very well done, indeed!
This book was given to me as an advanced reader copy, and the review is in my own words and completely of my own volition. As always!
July 2, 2020
This is book 3.5 of the Soulmate Saga series and follows two main characters Felix and Fran (Francesca), who were working as enforcers and carried out punishments for their boss, when anyone failed to pay back their debts! As they finish carrying out one job, three angels appear and their memories are wiped, apparently as they need to fulfil a future where they need to be somewhat better individuals. They will have a new role to play, but they won’t know anything for a good few years yet. They have no memories of their pasts, either before or after the new world which was created by the magical apocalypse, where normal people suddenly gained magical powers. There is also a sickness amongst these people, sending some of them mad until they die.
Felix is now part of the power of The Six, a group of individuals’ prophesised to defeat those who would destroy their world. He has an angel, Azrael, as his guardian, preparing him for the battle to come ad to guide him in his path. Fran also has an angel guardian, called Carlos, but she didn’t know he was an angel until after she met Felix again. Felix had been seeing her in his dreams, but didn’t have any clue how he knew her and she doesn’t have any memory of him at all! Fran has been getting close to Alister, the king of the underworld and a powerful demon. He tricked her into agreeing to marry him, but the ring he forced on her, which she is unable to remove, plus the brutal acts he seems to enjoy, are no longer things she wants to be around.
If she tries to leave him and return to Carlos, as Carlos has told her she needed to do if she was to fulfil her part in the future, then she will be in danger,. He will come for her, no matter what and it won’t be pretty. She goes searching for answers to help her decide and meets Felix, when actually looking for one of the Six. Felix has fallen back in love with her, but whilst he gets some of his memories back, she doesn’t and he won’t push his feelings on her, until she can decide what her own choice is. This makes her realise what sort of life she was living with Alister and how little choice was hers, with him in charge of her future.
They have a battle to gain her release from under Alister’s control, without getting any of the Six killed in the process. The future will need all of them to battle against the first Soulmates and save mankind from those supernaturals of the old world. They will find out truths about their own pasts, as memories are returned and shared, and will need if they lose, then all non-gifted humans will be killed and those with new supernatural powers will be suppressed. A novella that strikes near the end of the series of four full length books and two novellas. I haven’t read any of the other books, but once you get into the novella, it was easy enough to follow and the interference of the angels adds an extra twist to a tale of magical battles for the future of mankind. I received an ARC copy of this novella from BookSprout and I have freely given my own opinion of the book above.
Felix is now part of the power of The Six, a group of individuals’ prophesised to defeat those who would destroy their world. He has an angel, Azrael, as his guardian, preparing him for the battle to come ad to guide him in his path. Fran also has an angel guardian, called Carlos, but she didn’t know he was an angel until after she met Felix again. Felix had been seeing her in his dreams, but didn’t have any clue how he knew her and she doesn’t have any memory of him at all! Fran has been getting close to Alister, the king of the underworld and a powerful demon. He tricked her into agreeing to marry him, but the ring he forced on her, which she is unable to remove, plus the brutal acts he seems to enjoy, are no longer things she wants to be around.
If she tries to leave him and return to Carlos, as Carlos has told her she needed to do if she was to fulfil her part in the future, then she will be in danger,. He will come for her, no matter what and it won’t be pretty. She goes searching for answers to help her decide and meets Felix, when actually looking for one of the Six. Felix has fallen back in love with her, but whilst he gets some of his memories back, she doesn’t and he won’t push his feelings on her, until she can decide what her own choice is. This makes her realise what sort of life she was living with Alister and how little choice was hers, with him in charge of her future.
They have a battle to gain her release from under Alister’s control, without getting any of the Six killed in the process. The future will need all of them to battle against the first Soulmates and save mankind from those supernaturals of the old world. They will find out truths about their own pasts, as memories are returned and shared, and will need if they lose, then all non-gifted humans will be killed and those with new supernatural powers will be suppressed. A novella that strikes near the end of the series of four full length books and two novellas. I haven’t read any of the other books, but once you get into the novella, it was easy enough to follow and the interference of the angels adds an extra twist to a tale of magical battles for the future of mankind. I received an ARC copy of this novella from BookSprout and I have freely given my own opinion of the book above.
August 11, 2020
*I received a free copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*
In the previous books Felix took more of a back seat, we got to know him a little bit and we knew that he had lost his memories for some reason and that he regularly talked to someone neither he or anyone else could see, all sounds pretty weird. We know that all Felix can remember is his name, he doesn't know anything about his life before the supernaturals and doesn't even know what sort of supernatural he is. However after reading this novella it all starts to make more sense and I have to say that although I thought Felix was nice and everything in the other books, he didn't really stand out because there wasn't really that much to say about him what with his missing memories and all. After reading this one however I am very much in love with the guy, he's such a sweet teddy bear and proves himself to be loyal and selfless, especially when it comes to a certain someone. I enjoyed reading about his relationship with the mysterious Francesca and although I won't let myself write any spoilers in this review I will say that they both have very interesting pasts and supernatural sides to them.
A lot of novellas can seem like pointless filler in between full length novels however this one definitely brings in some essential background information and insight to our characters as well as an interesting and compelling story line that makes me even more excited for the next instalment in the series.
In the previous books Felix took more of a back seat, we got to know him a little bit and we knew that he had lost his memories for some reason and that he regularly talked to someone neither he or anyone else could see, all sounds pretty weird. We know that all Felix can remember is his name, he doesn't know anything about his life before the supernaturals and doesn't even know what sort of supernatural he is. However after reading this novella it all starts to make more sense and I have to say that although I thought Felix was nice and everything in the other books, he didn't really stand out because there wasn't really that much to say about him what with his missing memories and all. After reading this one however I am very much in love with the guy, he's such a sweet teddy bear and proves himself to be loyal and selfless, especially when it comes to a certain someone. I enjoyed reading about his relationship with the mysterious Francesca and although I won't let myself write any spoilers in this review I will say that they both have very interesting pasts and supernatural sides to them.
A lot of novellas can seem like pointless filler in between full length novels however this one definitely brings in some essential background information and insight to our characters as well as an interesting and compelling story line that makes me even more excited for the next instalment in the series.
May 21, 2022
I am not super familiar with C. C. Solomon’s world, but this book was so much fun! It was heart wrenching, action packed, exciting and entertaining and I will be reading more.
5 ⭐️s= Perfect story, exciting, engrossing, well developed complex characters, solid plot with few to no holes, descriptive environments and place settings, great mystery elements, realistic dialogue, believable reactions and behaviors, loved this story so much I’d buy it.
4 ⭐️s= Great story, highly entertaining and enjoyable, exciting storyline, well developed characters and settings, a few discrepancies but nothing that can’t be overlooked. Believable actions and reactions, realistic dialogue, a book I would consider buying.
3 ⭐️s= Good but not great story, noticeable discrepancies, grammatical and or spelling errors, undeveloped characters or unbelievable behaviors but still readable. Nothing majorly wrong with the story, just not interesting enough for me to continue. Would not buy the book.
2 ⭐️s= Not offended by the story, but not interested enough to finish. Unbelievable characters, poor writing, many mistakes, big holes or discrepancies, many spelling or grammatical errors, characters not believable, unlikeable or TSTL.
1 ⭐️= Offensive, extremely poor writing, horrible characters, victimization, gaslighting, blatant abuse, unnecessary violence, child endangerment, or any other highly objectionable behaviors by Main characters. Would never buy this book, and do not recommend it to anyone.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
5 ⭐️s= Perfect story, exciting, engrossing, well developed complex characters, solid plot with few to no holes, descriptive environments and place settings, great mystery elements, realistic dialogue, believable reactions and behaviors, loved this story so much I’d buy it.
4 ⭐️s= Great story, highly entertaining and enjoyable, exciting storyline, well developed characters and settings, a few discrepancies but nothing that can’t be overlooked. Believable actions and reactions, realistic dialogue, a book I would consider buying.
3 ⭐️s= Good but not great story, noticeable discrepancies, grammatical and or spelling errors, undeveloped characters or unbelievable behaviors but still readable. Nothing majorly wrong with the story, just not interesting enough for me to continue. Would not buy the book.
2 ⭐️s= Not offended by the story, but not interested enough to finish. Unbelievable characters, poor writing, many mistakes, big holes or discrepancies, many spelling or grammatical errors, characters not believable, unlikeable or TSTL.
1 ⭐️= Offensive, extremely poor writing, horrible characters, victimization, gaslighting, blatant abuse, unnecessary violence, child endangerment, or any other highly objectionable behaviors by Main characters. Would never buy this book, and do not recommend it to anyone.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 14, 2022
Insert for one series / Beginning for another?
I was reading the Paranormal World Series and started book 4 only to realize there were characters and events I had missed / didn’t know about. So I went to C.C. Solomon’s website and found this novella which is book 3.5 in that series. It also appears to be the first book in a new series she’s writing.
I am glad I found it. This book was a great fill-in. As much as I am enjoying the original series, I am tiring of only hearing Amina’s voice. This was a refreshing third-person narration that gave more information on supporting characters. Felix, Franchesca, Faith, Azreal, and even Charles are more fleshed out. They are all very fun, funny, and strong characters. This was a very refreshing read. Now I think I will go read Lisa’s book before I finish the original series.
I was reading the Paranormal World Series and started book 4 only to realize there were characters and events I had missed / didn’t know about. So I went to C.C. Solomon’s website and found this novella which is book 3.5 in that series. It also appears to be the first book in a new series she’s writing.
I am glad I found it. This book was a great fill-in. As much as I am enjoying the original series, I am tiring of only hearing Amina’s voice. This was a refreshing third-person narration that gave more information on supporting characters. Felix, Franchesca, Faith, Azreal, and even Charles are more fleshed out. They are all very fun, funny, and strong characters. This was a very refreshing read. Now I think I will go read Lisa’s book before I finish the original series.
July 19, 2021
It feels like there are many different layers of plots against Felix and Fran and their allies. And each time they solve the riddle of one conspiracy, it uncovers proof of more they didn’t know about. While the story in this book stands well on its own, it’s also clear that there’s a lot more that’s happened in the books that took place before this one. Mind you, the background information contained here has only managed to make me a little rabid to read the rest of the series – to find out what got them here and to find out what’s going to happen next.
June 7, 2020
I haven't read any other books in the series but this book mostly stood alone. There were some things I was a little confused about that I assume were mentioned in previous novellas. I liked the characters and the character development. I loved the multilayered plot. I would definitely read the next in the series to find out how it ends.
*I received this book for free for a honest review*
*I received this book for free for a honest review*
June 15, 2020
This was the first book I'd read in the series, so while it was still possible to follow the storyline I think it would be better to have to backstory of the previous books first (quite a few elements to the story that interested me enough to want to know more). The world was creative and different to many of the standard UF tropes. The exploration of world holds a lot of potential for future stories too.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 5, 2020
Mystic Memories by C.C. Solomon is such a story to read that I just could not put it down. This is book 3.5 but it is a story that you can reading the others in the series of Paranormal World Books cause this is a spin off. I highly recommend this story to everyone who loves reading about fantasy and paranormal romance.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 25, 2021
Mystic Memories by C.C. Solomon is Book 3.5 in the Paranormal World series. A well written story with interesting characters: Felix (Angel & Demon) is big, strong, protective and funny; Francesca is a warrior who can kick serious a$$. Both are trying to discover their pasts. What will they find out and how will it affect them? Will they get what they want? You are pulled into the story and continue to turn pages to the end. Loved this story.
May 16, 2022
This was a really good read, full of danger, mystery and suspense!! Reading this, it was obvious that there were books before it, but this could be read as a standalone. It was fast-paced and chock-full of clues that leaves you guessing throughout the entire story. If you enjoy action, adventure, mystery, the supernatural and a hint of romance, then this story is for you!!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 12, 2022
This is a good story that I liked. I did not know what to expect but I was pleasantly surprise bey this well written novel with characters that kept me wanting to know more of this story. I did enjoy and personally feel that it was well worth reading! I Liked It!!! No Spoilers!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 19, 2022
The second book in this series was just as good as the first. Felix and Francesca are still on the hunt taking out their marks. They are separated and memories wiped by a trio of angels led by Monica. I could not put this book down because I had to find out what was going to happen next. Ms. Solomon is an excellent writer. I Enjoyed this story.
May 19, 2022
A new book, new (to me) author and I am so glad I have found her. The book was great. I loved feeling I was involved from the beginning. I stepped in and I could feel I was helping every twist and turn.
I would recommend this book to everyone who reads.
I received this book as an ARC for a honest review.
I would recommend this book to everyone who reads.
I received this book as an ARC for a honest review.
June 2, 2022
Have read the previous books on this series. Love how this character has her own story. She I tried me and now we get to read about her thoughts and trials. Definitely worth the read. 10/10 I can not wait for the second book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 17, 2025
Diverse & Decadent
Diverse representation including gender fluidity. Supernaturals galore on an almost post apocalyptic earth where "magic has returned." It's amazing how much plot this author has packed into this shorter work. Solomon is still able to create characters you root for and against while near masterful world building.
Diverse representation including gender fluidity. Supernaturals galore on an almost post apocalyptic earth where "magic has returned." It's amazing how much plot this author has packed into this shorter work. Solomon is still able to create characters you root for and against while near masterful world building.
August 24, 2020
Felix is my new book bae😉
I’m soooo enjoying every bit of this series. I thought it was only 3 parts but to find out there is more.... I’m super geeked. Anyway as it have been with the past 3, this book was amazing. I love the back story. Finally giving Felix some identity.
I’m soooo enjoying every bit of this series. I thought it was only 3 parts but to find out there is more.... I’m super geeked. Anyway as it have been with the past 3, this book was amazing. I love the back story. Finally giving Felix some identity.
September 14, 2020
Felix and Fracesca
If you have followed the rest of the books you'll know who Felix is. Even if not this is still s great book. They find out what happened to their memories and how Feliz gets his back but not Francesca. Felix goes to war with a demon o save her life.
If you have followed the rest of the books you'll know who Felix is. Even if not this is still s great book. They find out what happened to their memories and how Feliz gets his back but not Francesca. Felix goes to war with a demon o save her life.
October 7, 2020
What a wonderful book. I can not wait to see if Franny gets her memory back. It was great watching Francesca and Felix separate then come back together later and still have the feelings they do. It was great reading about Angels, Demons, and all kinds of fairy type people come into the world now.
June 28, 2021
This book was so good! I don't like to give away spoilers so I won't but I read the whole series then came back to read about Felix and Francesca! Now that I know how it ended, going back to experience these characters much more is so rewarding! Felix is definitely my new fave!
June 5, 2022
Fun novella that adds to the main story. When you lose all your memories, fate steps in anyway. Love seeing the side characters backstories and cannot wait to read what happens next!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 27, 2020
Awesome!
This was a great story. I can't wait for the next one. It was good to finally know Felix is both Angel and Demon.
This was a great story. I can't wait for the next one. It was good to finally know Felix is both Angel and Demon.
July 6, 2020
I loved this novel! I enjoyed the story and the dynamic of the characters! Really adds depth to the main series!!🤩 A must read!
September 5, 2020
Fun
This tells the story of Felix and Francesca. They are a fun pair. They are less angst and more cute. We meet there angels in this story as well. I enjoyed it.
This tells the story of Felix and Francesca. They are a fun pair. They are less angst and more cute. We meet there angels in this story as well. I enjoyed it.
June 8, 2021
very good book
June 27, 2022
this was a beautifully done fantasy novella, it had great characters and I enjoyed going on this journey.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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