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One mistake five years ago threatens everything Rhaspe has worked for.

When his fated mate stumbles into his club, Rhaspe's life is turned upside down. No longer sure about what he should do, old world traditions clash with new hopes. Five years later, he refuses to kneel to anyone except his fated mate.

But she's keeping a secret from him… one that could ruin his plans to spend forever with her.

Unclaimed Mate is the first in the Rejected by Fate series following the same couple. If you love mythical adventures, fast-burn romance, and fated mates, then you'll love this treat… Read Unclaimed Mate today to start your next legendary adventure.

*Previously published as Unmarked Mate in the A Wicked Night anthology with new and expanded scenes.*

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Published August 2, 2022

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Profile Image for Denise.
3,693 reviews
August 10, 2022
Rhaspe has built his life around keeping his sister hidden from his parents and the man they want her to marry. He pushed away his own fated mate to marry the woman his parents insisted upon - and then she rejected him for her own fated mate. The club he runs has many layers, all of which give him the money he needs to support his sister's hiding spot. But suddenly everything starts to unravel. His sister disappears without a trace and he needs his mate's help to find her. You know, the mate he rejected. Yeah, that one.

Cadence can find things because of her ability to see past events by touching objects. When her former lover shows up wanting her help to find his sister - the sister she had helped him hide - she wants to tell him to get lost, then he kisses her and she is the one lost. But she is not going down that road again. Nope. Really, she isn't. Help him find his sister and then walk away. Yep. Unfortunately for her, he is not her biggest problem. If only.

I was given an advanced copy of this book by the author. My review is voluntary.
1,489 reviews4 followers
October 16, 2021
Amazing book with fantastic characters I’m hoping to hear more about. This story had me from the first page. Zoey is incredible bringing wonderful stories for great reading. A must read! ❤️📚👍
331 reviews
August 1, 2022
My God that was an amazing read!! Rhaspe rejected his Tsigo, Cadence, 5 years ago. Needing help to find his sister the only person who could help him is the one he hurt the most his Tsigo. Now that he was released from his arranged mating he was bound and determined to win her back. Cadence was not happy to see Rhaspe come waltzing back into her life after breaking her heart so many years ago. But it seems the mate bond is still alive and kicking but she's not sure she can trust him with her heart. But she agrees to help because she is needing funds to run from C before he comes to collect what's his. Amazing read that I highly recommend. Zoey Indiana is an amazing author who writes a great story. The characters are amazing and the shifters she introduces are always unique.
This story has a storyline that grabs your attention and keeps you entertained from start to finish. No cheating, no cliffhanger, and you get a HEA! What's not to love take a chance you won't be disappointed.

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1,703 reviews11 followers
August 3, 2022
Rhaspe is an alpha Manticore who left his fated mate and has hated himself every since, for him it has been the longest years of his life. His parents have ruined his life as well as his sister Lyra, he had to kidnap her with her permission of course. Now it seems his sister is missing and he needs his mate to find her for him he hated to ask her for help but time was of the essence. Riley is trying to make ends meet with her gift as well as her business not knowing what Rhaspe was up to all this time. She is upset when her mate comes in and he knows that she is he tries to seduce but she is having done of it. She finally agrees to help find his sister ad it will cost him a bundle but before she can find her she has another case to solve and gets kidnapped by Cyrus an old nemesis and Rhaspe has no idea what has happened to her. The storyline and characters are very gripping. I read a copy via BookFunnel without obligation.
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Profile Image for Brad.
696 reviews3 followers
August 6, 2022
I've read a few books by Zoey Indiana (this book's author) and generally find them enjoyable. I rated this book with 4 stars because I liked the overall story telling. I was leaning towards 3 stars because the story, in places, felt a bit disjointed.

The character development is weel-done. Both of the main characters, Rhaspe and Cadence, have a lot of baggage they've hidden from each other even though they were fated mates 5-years ago. For a lot of bad or stupid reasons, they split and are now forced to work together. There is clearly a lot of distrust even as Rhapse is determined to claim the mate he previously rejected.

The world-view evolves through the narrative and we learn enough for the plot to make sense. The book is the start of a series and does set the stage for further adventures and misadventures.



Profile Image for Emily Pennington.
20.7k reviews358 followers
August 10, 2022
A Second Chance ? . . .

Rhaspe is a Manticore and Cadence is a human. She was his fated mate. But five years ago he was forced to reject her. She is obviously not happy to see him now after he broke her heart that way. She would prefer to have nothing at all to do with him. But she needs money and he needs help finding his sister Lyra.

Rhapse had hidden his sister when a marriage was arranged for her with a man who may have killed his previous wife. But now his sister has disappeared and he needs to locate her. Cadence is the one he needs to find Lyra because Cadence had been abducted and psychic powers were forced on her which she can now use to “find” missing persons or things. Will she agree to help him? Will they try to get back together? Or has he “burned his bridges” on that chance at love?
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7,458 reviews74 followers
August 14, 2022
Unclaimed Mate is fast passionate story of love, honor and family. After promising finding his fate mate and promising never to break her heart, Rhaspe did just that. Promised to another by the council, Rhaspe had to give up the one he was meant to be with for the honor of his family. Five years later, Rhaspe needed Cadence help finding his sister knowing he was the last person she ever wanted to see again. Cadence was facing her own troubles, the person who brought out her powers was calling in his debt for her.

This is a beautifully written story of love, fate and family. Rhaspe and Cadence bond continues to grow even though they continue to fight. Once they give in, they become stronger together than they were apart.

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4,919 reviews27 followers
August 13, 2022
Rhaspe rejected Cadence, his Tsigo, five years ago giving into his parents demands that he marry the one they chose. Who later rejected him, when she found her mate. He runs a club that helps him support his sister, who has kept hidden from his parents, so they cannot do to her what the did to him. When his sister disappears he has no choice but to go to Cadence for help.

Cadence does not want anything to do with Rhaspe when he shows, her hurt her badly. She will help him find his sister and they are done. Except he did not get the memo, he decides he is not walking away this time, he is playing for keeps.

I received an Advance Readers Copy of this book with no obligation to write a review.
2,890 reviews4 followers
August 11, 2022
This is a story of a fated mate that needs his mates help with hiding his sister from his parent because they wanted to force her to marry someone they chose. But after she’s hidden he breaks the bond leaving her heartbroken and rejected. He now has his parents wanting him to marry someone they have picked. But she leaves after she finds her fated mate. Now his sister has gone missing from her hiding place and he has to find his mate again to find her as she has the ability to find what’s what’s missing! He finds her but will she help him after he’s rejected her before?.

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11.5k reviews47 followers
August 13, 2022
He broke his mates heart once...does he deserve a second chance

Unclaimed Mate is the first book in the new Rejected by Fate series. Take fated mates and turn it upside down with this series. If you have read this author before then you know that all of her stories are somewhat unconventional but very engaging and entertaining. This story about Cadence and Rhaspe is no different in that it sucked me in quickly and kept me riveted to the last word. I can't wait for the next book in the series.

I received a copy of this book and am leaving my honest review. My opinions are all my own.
Profile Image for Linda Dunn.
1,276 reviews29 followers
August 2, 2022
Time passes but hearts never forget...

If you have never read shifter romances before you are missing out, because you need to read this one. Rhaspe and Cadence's story is fascinating. Rhaspe is a Manticore and Cadence is a human and his fated mate. Five years have passed since he last saw Cadence and she does not greet him with open arms. He gutted her back then and she wants nothing to do with him, but he needs her help to find his sister.

The storyline zigzags and keeps you captivated until the very end. A first-rate read from a first-class author.
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6,123 reviews64 followers
August 4, 2022
This was a fun and well written story. I loved the by-play between these characters. It was intense and steamy - no matter what, they really couldn't deny their mate bond and feelings. However, mystery, suspense, drama and family swirl around these two as they try and find a way to a happy future. It was exciting and I couldn't help rooting for Cadence and Rhaspe. I'm really looking forward to the next book to see how things continue to unfold for them and the other characters in this world :D
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4,184 reviews34 followers
August 27, 2022
I love these stories from this author. No matter what you know there will a happily ever after. This one wasn’t as funny as some of her others. This one had a more serious side at times and the humor was still there. I love the fated mates in this know when they meet but can try to resist it. For these two it was five years and a lot of denial. He believed he had to do what his family wanted even if that meant not having her. He will need to do lots of groveling to earn her forgiveness. But of course there is a lot more than just them as trouble seems to find both of them.
658 reviews2 followers
August 1, 2022
Shifter/human fated mates and a whole lot more.

The plot rolls along at breakneck speed, there’s a lot going on. Rhaspe has endured five miserable years, and it’s not been great for Cadence. He crashes back into her life on a mission to save his sibling, and they both realise how much they need each other. Also there’s the mysterious and powerful Cyrus causing trouble throughout, he needs to suffer in the next book!
763 reviews6 followers
August 3, 2022
Although a short story, it certainly packs a punch. Cadence and Rhaspe have a history, one that she doesn’t want to repeat but he needs her help to find his sister. She’s not too happy to see him but the bond between them is strong gets even stronger when she’s kidnapped. I enjoyed this story and look forward to reading more.

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2,642 reviews9 followers
August 4, 2022
This is Book 1 of Rejected by Fate story for Rhaspe and CADENCE. Wow this one will have you needing more drama and the fighting these two do because of Rhaspe and how he hurt Cadence. I loved how Cadence finds herself in trouble of her own making sort of. I can not wait to see what the next book holds in store for these two.

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7,152 reviews33 followers
August 7, 2022
A quick, fast paced steamy paranormal read. This is the first book in this series Rejected by Fate. In this story we are introduced to Rhaspe and his fated mate Cadence who he rejected 5 years ago. When he calls on her for help years later the bond is stronger then ever and he is determined to not let her go this time. This is their journey to their happily ever after. I am looking forward to read the next book.
6,472 reviews22 followers
August 11, 2022
This is the beginning of the Rejected by Fate series by Zoey Indiana. Rhaspe, a manticore, and Cadence have a interesting story that is intriguing with many elements. The denial of their mate bond made for some intensity which lead to hot steam. In addition there is drama, suspense and mystery. This is a great introduction to this series and the secondary characters that could possibly have stories of their own.
793 reviews4 followers
August 1, 2022
Zoey's shifter books are amazing!!

I read this book under its previous name. I enjoyed it then and I enjoyed it now.

Zoey has an amazing way with words and I love reading her stories.

I highly recommend this book and series.

I received a complimentary copy of the book and I'm leaving a voluntary and honest review.
774 reviews11 followers
August 2, 2022
This is a ten star read! You just fall in love with the characters! I can’t say enough about the plot…twisting and turning. It’s insanely good. Will I read more Zoey Indiana? Absolutely! If you haven’t read her work, you are missing out on some of the best prose in this genre! This one is a new series and I will be watching for the release of book 2. ❤️❤️❤️❤️.
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9,378 reviews34 followers
August 9, 2022
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. I really liked how Cadence made Rhaspe work to be accepted as her mate again after he pushed her away. I'm curious about Lyra but I expect her story will come soon. Cyrus may have escaped but I don't think Cadence nor Rhaspe are done with him now that they are mated and stronger together.
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510 reviews4 followers
August 12, 2022
Rhaspe and Cadence get the chance to reconnect and learn more about each other. There's a lot going on with family issues for Rhaspe and Cadence has her little secrets too. A great ending for you die hard romantics!
I received this as an ARC and am leaving a review for you.... hope you enjoy it as well!.

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471 reviews3 followers
August 13, 2022
I liked this book. The story was well written. The characters were well detailed and they shared great connection. I loved that Rhaspe was willing to show his mate Cadence that he would bend for her only. Loved the ending.

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131 reviews
September 4, 2022
Interesting !!!!!!!!!!
This 1 is a very neat story & I recommend it to others. I don't think I've a book when a manticore shifter was a character before but it's a fantastic choice. It fits this story perfectly I think. I'm curious how the next book goes.I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
1,760 reviews45 followers
August 1, 2022
With a sweet romance, a few twists, action, drama and intense suspense. Unclaimed mate is an awesomely engaging and compelling read. The next book in the series can't come quickly enough.

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211 reviews
August 2, 2022
Great story about a manticore shifter who is mated with a human. Years after meeting and rejecting his mate he needs her help. This is a great story with enough mystery and intrigue to keep you happy.

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4,101 reviews44 followers
August 3, 2022
Totally loved this paranormal story. Zoey is my favorite writer in the paranormal genre. Action packed story full of exciting details. Loved the connection the main characters shared. A must read!!!.

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7,156 reviews84 followers
August 3, 2022
This is an amazing paranormal/fated mates romance.. I liked it.. It is intense and steamy, full of suspense and drama..

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4,495 reviews24 followers
August 5, 2022
A quick good read, the storyline is action packed and the interaction between the characters is entertaining. I can't wait for more from this author. I received this book as a Free ARC copy to read and I voluntarily leave this review.
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1,581 reviews1 follower
August 8, 2022
This is an extended version of Unmarked Mates. Even though it ends with a happy for now ending I can’t wait to read the next addition of this tale.

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