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Cursed: Ride or Die
If they stop running, they die.
Slade Slater’s had a great life until he pissed off a sorcerer, who dooms Slade to a life of endless wandering. Linger anywhere for more than a month and his life is forfeit. The only way to break the evil curse? Sacrifice true love. Which won't be an option anytime soon. Slade's been alone for a long time. Cursed nomads, it turns out, are a solitary bunch. After all, who could fall in love with a man who can never settle down? But everything changes the night he stumbles upon an injured shifter.
Noah's never known the companionship of a pack and desperately longs for the security of his own kind. Danger stalks him, forcing him to spend his life hiding from humans until a cursed human lights up his bleak world. Saved from near death by the sexy stranger with tats for days and a big, black Harley, Noah finds that, while he might be the only werewolf in the eastern US, he doesn't have to be alone.
Though they’re stalked by ruthless enemies, Slade and Noah might be each other’s salvation.
If they can outrun the hunters.
Slade Slater’s had a great life until he pissed off a sorcerer, who dooms Slade to a life of endless wandering. Linger anywhere for more than a month and his life is forfeit. The only way to break the evil curse? Sacrifice true love. Which won't be an option anytime soon. Slade's been alone for a long time. Cursed nomads, it turns out, are a solitary bunch. After all, who could fall in love with a man who can never settle down? But everything changes the night he stumbles upon an injured shifter.
Noah's never known the companionship of a pack and desperately longs for the security of his own kind. Danger stalks him, forcing him to spend his life hiding from humans until a cursed human lights up his bleak world. Saved from near death by the sexy stranger with tats for days and a big, black Harley, Noah finds that, while he might be the only werewolf in the eastern US, he doesn't have to be alone.
Though they’re stalked by ruthless enemies, Slade and Noah might be each other’s salvation.
If they can outrun the hunters.
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First published February 19, 2022
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Eden Winters
88 books673 followersYou will know Eden Winters by her distinctive white plumage and exuberant cry of “Hey, y’all!” in a Southern US drawl so thick it renders even the simplest of words unrecognizable. Watch out, she hugs!
Driven by insatiable curiosity, she possibly holds the world’s record for curriculum changes to the point that she’s never quite earned a degree but is a force to be reckoned with at Trivial Pursuit.
She’s trudged down hallways with police detectives, learned to disarm knife-wielding bad guys, and witnessed the correct way to blow doors off buildings. Her e-mail contains various snippets of forensic wisdom, such as “What would a dead body left in a Mexican drug tunnel look like after six months?” In the process of her adventures, she has written over thirty gay romance novels, lost count of novellas and short stories, has won Rainbow Awards, was a Lambda Awards Finalist, and lives in terror of authorities showing up at her door to question her Internet searches.
When not putting characters in dangerous situations she’s cosplaying for children's charities or hanging out at the farm being a mother, grandmother, and vegetarian.
Her natural habitats are hardware stores and on the backs of motorcycles.
Driven by insatiable curiosity, she possibly holds the world’s record for curriculum changes to the point that she’s never quite earned a degree but is a force to be reckoned with at Trivial Pursuit.
She’s trudged down hallways with police detectives, learned to disarm knife-wielding bad guys, and witnessed the correct way to blow doors off buildings. Her e-mail contains various snippets of forensic wisdom, such as “What would a dead body left in a Mexican drug tunnel look like after six months?” In the process of her adventures, she has written over thirty gay romance novels, lost count of novellas and short stories, has won Rainbow Awards, was a Lambda Awards Finalist, and lives in terror of authorities showing up at her door to question her Internet searches.
When not putting characters in dangerous situations she’s cosplaying for children's charities or hanging out at the farm being a mother, grandmother, and vegetarian.
Her natural habitats are hardware stores and on the backs of motorcycles.
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March 7, 2022
Okay, confession time. The older, gray-bearded guy on the cover did not, I repeat *DID NOT*, make me want to read this book. Like, at all.
I've never been a fan of ZZ Top, or bar-brawling biker types, so yeah, that cover almost had me hard passing on even grabbing this one from Kindle Unlimited.
However, several years back, I'd loved Eden Winters' "Angel of 13th Street" series, so I decided to give it a try and, as it turns out, I'm really glad that I did.
The setup of this story was relatively slow, with not all of the pieces in place for the MC's to meet until 29% in, so with the biker MC, Slade, not being super-likeable before that, I wouldn't have minded if the pace had been increased a bit.
But from that point on, once we were able to see how kind and caring that Slade was capable of being, I began to like him a whole lot more.
Then when he finally, BLESSEDLY, went to a salon and had his scraggly, gray beard mostly removed, hallelujah, I connected with him even more. Sorry, but I realllllllllllly have a pretty specific type. 🙂
This was basically a story about 45 y.o. Slade trying to keep 30 y.o., wolf shifter Noah safe from hunters, while trying to find Noah a pack and falling for the younger man. Nothing insanely ground-breaking, but it was done really well.
[My take on werewolf Noah...]
I did really like the 2 twists, once they found the elusive werewolf enclave, which I didn't see coming. At least, not the way that things actually turned out, which was cool.
We did get an HEA that I found both touching and believable, too, so I'd rate this book at around 4.25 stars and recommend it to fans of shifter stories.
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February 21, 2022
good age gap with supernatural aspects.. it was so sweet and sexy and fun.. it was adorable and just so sweet ya know.. i enjoyed this slow burn and it was just fun to read. i enjoyed it a lot.
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February 23, 2022I used to love the story of The Flying Dutchman, a ship that could never port, and thought, "What if it was a person who couldn't stay put?" Thus began my story of Slade, a biker cursed to stay on the road and never settle down.
The love interest was harder to develop, until someone on my Facebook group said, "Make him a shifter!" I'm not sure if they were joking, but no character worked until a wolf shifter came along.
A cursed biker, a lone wolf.
Enjoy.
The love interest was harder to develop, until someone on my Facebook group said, "Make him a shifter!" I'm not sure if they were joking, but no character worked until a wolf shifter came along.
A cursed biker, a lone wolf.
Enjoy.
March 10, 2022
I really enjoyed this age gap shifter book even though I'm not usually into the inexperienced virgin trope (shifter books seem to make everything better). The world building and backstory was thorough and engaging and it made the slow buildup worth the wait. My only complaint would be the last part of the book seemed too rushed compared to the much slower pace of the book, I would've loved a longer epilogue or wrap-up.
Nice steam level, 15 year age gap, and a HEA even with all that killing and being hunted and cursed.
Nice steam level, 15 year age gap, and a HEA even with all that killing and being hunted and cursed.
March 1, 2022
I love the writing.
The ending felt rushed and I was confused about how everything happened at the end.
The ending felt rushed and I was confused about how everything happened at the end.
May 5, 2022
4.8 out of 5! Sometimes even when you know how the story ends, it is still enjoyable. I went in thinking this was a just going to be a goofy one-off, but Winters has created some amazing characters in Slade and Noah. The world building is well-executed, no info dumps but details are laid out as the story goes. It takes a bit for Slade and Noah to meet, but in that lead-up we get a good grasp on the characters' motivations and how they think. Slade's redemption arc, though predictable, is believable and thoughtful. I would have liked a little more depth in Noah, but understandably due to his upbringing he is something of a blank slate, so this is a minor complaint. No groundbreaking diversions from the usual PNR werewolf tropes here, but that's just fine by me. I definitely recommend this one!
February 18, 2022
Eden Winters is one of the authors that I automatically click on and I wasn't disappointed. Slade has been cursed after making a mistake. Noah is on the run because of who he is. They both are two lonely souls trying to survive and they eventually fall in love. The book is sweet, romantic, some angst, action-packed, very emotional, and I enjoyed it.
March 13, 2022
MW
A fun and interesting PNR read. I enjoyed the idea behind the curse—and kinda want to know more about the sorcerer—even as I questioned if it was truly necessary, but hey, without it we wouldn’t have Noah or Slade, so worth it. I didn’t like Slade much at the beginning but he quickly redeemed himself with how caring and protective he is of Noah. “Slade said, ‘I love you,’ with actions better than words ever could.” Also, he really does give the best gifts. Noah, though, I adore and he’s just full of surprises. I did not expect all that was revealed but it did make for some suspenseful twists. I’m also hoping we visit this world again as I want a certain alpha to find love.
A fun and interesting PNR read. I enjoyed the idea behind the curse—and kinda want to know more about the sorcerer—even as I questioned if it was truly necessary, but hey, without it we wouldn’t have Noah or Slade, so worth it. I didn’t like Slade much at the beginning but he quickly redeemed himself with how caring and protective he is of Noah. “Slade said, ‘I love you,’ with actions better than words ever could.” Also, he really does give the best gifts. Noah, though, I adore and he’s just full of surprises. I did not expect all that was revealed but it did make for some suspenseful twists. I’m also hoping we visit this world again as I want a certain alpha to find love.
March 7, 2022
A Joyfully Jay review.
4.25 stars
Cursed: Ride or Die is an entertaining shifter story with some great world building. The focus on the paranormal side here is really on the battle between the human hunters and the shifters. We learn about Noah’s past and the loss of his family and pack to the hunters, as well as some more recent trauma. Almost all of the wolf packs have been destroyed, meaning Noah and his adoptive father, Paul, lived essentially without any contact with people or other wolves. Noah is afraid of humans based on Paul’s teachings and his own experiences just reinforce it. So meeting Slade and realizing he is a person who actually cares and wants to help him is somewhat of a shock to Noah. The conflict with the hunters builds well throughout the book, keeping a simmering threat that crops up periodically and comes to a big finale with danger and excitement, as well as some interesting revelations.
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4.25 stars
Cursed: Ride or Die is an entertaining shifter story with some great world building. The focus on the paranormal side here is really on the battle between the human hunters and the shifters. We learn about Noah’s past and the loss of his family and pack to the hunters, as well as some more recent trauma. Almost all of the wolf packs have been destroyed, meaning Noah and his adoptive father, Paul, lived essentially without any contact with people or other wolves. Noah is afraid of humans based on Paul’s teachings and his own experiences just reinforce it. So meeting Slade and realizing he is a person who actually cares and wants to help him is somewhat of a shock to Noah. The conflict with the hunters builds well throughout the book, keeping a simmering threat that crops up periodically and comes to a big finale with danger and excitement, as well as some interesting revelations.
Read Jay’s review in its entirety here.
February 22, 2022
Great Story
First off, I really liked the cover art here. It’s nice when the pic actually fits one of the main characters so well. Then I appreciate the two main characters themselves. They both both have some growth here. The world is interesting and open enough to be revisited one day as well. I was honestly annoyed that Slade felt he was being punished for a reason even if the sentence was too harsh. The sorcerer and his mate were totally at fault there. They appeared to be playing some sort of game. Slade just got caught in it and regretted his actions leading him to cross their paths. It’s understandable and unfortunately all believable and relatable.
First off, I really liked the cover art here. It’s nice when the pic actually fits one of the main characters so well. Then I appreciate the two main characters themselves. They both both have some growth here. The world is interesting and open enough to be revisited one day as well. I was honestly annoyed that Slade felt he was being punished for a reason even if the sentence was too harsh. The sorcerer and his mate were totally at fault there. They appeared to be playing some sort of game. Slade just got caught in it and regretted his actions leading him to cross their paths. It’s understandable and unfortunately all believable and relatable.
February 21, 2022
Original and enjoyable
I just finished Curse: Ride or Die by Eden Winters. Werewolves are a particular favorite of mine. Winters created a world where humans believe they are alone. Slade is a human who is cursed by a sorcerer to never stay longer than a month anywhere. Noah is a werewolf without a family or pack with hunters on his trail. The story built on Slade and Noah is very enjoyable. I hope the author writes more books set in Slade and Noah's world.
I just finished Curse: Ride or Die by Eden Winters. Werewolves are a particular favorite of mine. Winters created a world where humans believe they are alone. Slade is a human who is cursed by a sorcerer to never stay longer than a month anywhere. Noah is a werewolf without a family or pack with hunters on his trail. The story built on Slade and Noah is very enjoyable. I hope the author writes more books set in Slade and Noah's world.
March 18, 2022
I loved this book. I couldn’t put it down. If grabbed you from the beginning and you just wanted to keep turning to see what happened next.
Slade likes his one night stands and finds himself with a clingy hookup. He hurts the guys feelings telling him not to show up anymore. A wealthy man appears talking what Slade thought was nonsense.
He finds himself cursed, unable to stay in one place more than a month. Luckily being a successful tattoo artist and sought after for tutorials he can work on the road.
He finds a man that’s been shot, finds out he’s a werewolf and decides to help him find a pack to protect him.
I loved Slade. He is a bad boy with a good heart.
Noah is Naïve not having been exposed to humans much raised by a lone wolf.
The romance is slow burn but sexy when it gets there.
If you like bikers, werewolves, witches, sweet romance, lots of action, lots of twists and a sweet romance this is for you!
July 6, 2022
Cursed is my first book by this author, and I loved it. I liked Noah from the start, but Slade was an ass at the beginning of the story, so it took me a little longer to warm up to him.
The author did a fantastic job writing Noah and Slade's journey, with Noah learning how to trust Slade and Slade learning how to love and care about someone. I loved how Slade was patient and protective with Noah, all the little gifts he gave him.
Besides the romance, the story has a good plot with Slade's curse and Noahs'a mysterious background.
The author did a fantastic job writing Noah and Slade's journey, with Noah learning how to trust Slade and Slade learning how to love and care about someone. I loved how Slade was patient and protective with Noah, all the little gifts he gave him.
Besides the romance, the story has a good plot with Slade's curse and Noahs'a mysterious background.
February 22, 2022
Ok I adored this story and this couple. They were so sweet together. I would definitely like to read more of their adventures and cuteness. Also see how Slade puts his new ability to use. My only complaint is that I wish there was some retribution with the sorcerer. His punishment was straight up to harsh for a grievance that (in my opinion) mostly fell on him and his mate. What kind of entitled special snowflake was this sorcerers mate? Did he condone this? I don't want to automatically hate the dude but I kind of already do. Him sitting in a rich lush mansion while some stranger pays the price (potentially with his life) for his naiveness of one night stand rules. It just really irritated me. I wanted Slade to get some closure. Anyway still I really enjoyed reading the progression of Slade and Noah's relationship.
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March 2, 2022
I wasn't sure how good this one would be, but it actually ended up being a cute little story! I loved how Slade had depth instead of just being the stereotypical gruff biker character. The supporting cast was a little lackluster, though. And I wish we'd gotten to see more of the sorcerer!
February 19, 2022
I loved this.
A beautiful tale of redemption and finding home.
Slade was not a nice person initially and it cost him.
He's wandered for years trying to right his mistake.
Noah has been alone after losing the only important person to him.
When Slade stumbles upon Noah injured it sets the wheels of fate in motion.
Slade recognizes what Noah is and as they set out, moving from place to place they begin to form first a friendship that slowly becomes so much more.
Both of these men have been outcasts, wandering from place to place, always alone.
In each other they find a place to belong.
I loved how careful and sensitive Slade was with Noah knowing how little he understood about humans, slowly teaching him.
The small, personal gifts he got for him were so sweet.
They were both fiercely protective of each other and it was very much needed when they ran into trouble and were very nearly separated.
The danger they faced had some unexpected complications but they ultimately earned their HEA.
I would love another story from them to be able to see them settled.
A beautiful tale of redemption and finding home.
Slade was not a nice person initially and it cost him.
He's wandered for years trying to right his mistake.
Noah has been alone after losing the only important person to him.
When Slade stumbles upon Noah injured it sets the wheels of fate in motion.
Slade recognizes what Noah is and as they set out, moving from place to place they begin to form first a friendship that slowly becomes so much more.
Both of these men have been outcasts, wandering from place to place, always alone.
In each other they find a place to belong.
I loved how careful and sensitive Slade was with Noah knowing how little he understood about humans, slowly teaching him.
The small, personal gifts he got for him were so sweet.
They were both fiercely protective of each other and it was very much needed when they ran into trouble and were very nearly separated.
The danger they faced had some unexpected complications but they ultimately earned their HEA.
I would love another story from them to be able to see them settled.
February 20, 2022
I'll keep this short, because I don't want to add any spoilers. Just don't miss this one! If you are looking for a book with a lots of feels, without any sugary sweetness, great and realistic character and plot development (yeah I know how it sounds when we're talking about supernatural), action packed/mystery, you found one. This book made me feel, think, made my heart ache and brought tears in my eyes more than once. This is Eden Winters at her best. I loved everything she'd ever published and I've reread her Diversion series more times than I can remember, so I guess I just added one more to my reread list.
May 11, 2024
Wow, talk about a memorable read - the cover was a turn off but the story itself was amazing.
I loved the premise, the writing, everything about this book.
I read it a few weeks ago but still remember the plot which is a huge plus for my choices of reading.
I read a few books by Ms. Winters a long time ago and they didn't strike a chord for me, one I actively disliked, so I though this book will be my final try. I was so pleasantly surprised by how well it was written and that it held my interest from the first sentence through the final page.
I want more stories like this one.
I loved the premise, the writing, everything about this book.
I read it a few weeks ago but still remember the plot which is a huge plus for my choices of reading.
I read a few books by Ms. Winters a long time ago and they didn't strike a chord for me, one I actively disliked, so I though this book will be my final try. I was so pleasantly surprised by how well it was written and that it held my interest from the first sentence through the final page.
I want more stories like this one.
February 19, 2022
Slade was not a nice person to start with and it cost him. Noah has been alone and distrusts humans. These two are brought together and they help each other become better people. It is sweet the way Slade shows his love in the little gifts he gets for Noah. Can Slade and Noah overcome all the obstacles in their way, the only way to find out is to read this book. Any book that makes me cry and smile, I would definitely recommend and this one did.
February 17, 2022
What an absolutely amazing story about trying to live a life you have been dealt. Slade was not a nice person and paid a price when he upsets the wrong person. Noah is a shy sweetheart and is having a hard time. Once they get together they both are helping each other to find their own way. Being haunted and hunted down is hard to get use to.
I did receive an Arc for a review.
I did receive an Arc for a review.
April 24, 2022
Ignoring the cover, I was intrigued by the premise and glad to find a solid (and pretty paranormal) romance here. Sure, the reason why the guy was cursed... eh and meh but I guess it didn't matter, as it only needed a way to put this nice guy with some problematic past on the road. Oh and the age gap that wasn't really talked about, but I was able to ignore that.
Recommend.
Recommend.
February 19, 2022
As always, Eden Winters writes characters that you can connect with and truly empathise with. I found this book to be a total page turner. It packs an emotive blend of magic, redemption, sexy biker and lonely werewolf, and remember, never cross a sorcerer!
October 7, 2022
4.5 stars!
I loved Noah and Slade! Both lonely, both troubled, both finding solace in each other. There was action, danger, twists, and turns, but under that was a solid love forming between the men.
I loved Noah and Slade! Both lonely, both troubled, both finding solace in each other. There was action, danger, twists, and turns, but under that was a solid love forming between the men.
March 22, 2022
I really liked this story. Quite a long build up to the meet between MC's but still a very enjoyable story.
April 7, 2022
3.75 stars
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March 15, 2022
“Although loneliness has always been a friend of mine, I'm leaving my life in your hands…Don't care what is written in your history as long as you're here with me. I don't care who you are, where you're from, what you did as long as you love me.” ~ Backstreet Boys (As Long as You Love Me)
Slade, from ‘Cursed: Ride or Die’ by Eden Winters, was the quintessential libertarian, doing what he wanted to whom he wanted. But, when he picked up the wrong guy, Karma caught up with him. Slade’s usual disrespect earned him a powerful curse that, after ten years, changed his outlook on life. Slade is lonely and tired of drifting. Slade wants to go home but he can’t because of the curse.
Slade is living in a cabin in a remote area when he hears gunshots. Alarmed, Slade cautiously investigates until he finds a naked young man lying in the grass, obviously wounded. He helps him up and takes him to his cabin to recuperate. Slade wants to take Noah to the hospital, but he adamantly refuses. Slade bandages him up as best he can. He is amazed at how fast Noah heals. Slade has made a point of not getting attached, but the draw he feels toward Noah is as irresistible as it is inexplicable.
Noah is reluctant to trust Slade because he has been taught not to trust humans, but he senses Slade is different. Besides, Noah needs a place to rest and heal; he has nowhere else to go, so he takes a chance. In their time together, Noah and Slade get closer and eventually form an intimate relationship. It’s bittersweet though because Slade can’t stay in one place for more than a month. Noah tries not to think about how short their time together will be and attempts to appreciate the time they have now. Noah’s admiration for Slade grows when he figures out that Noah is a wolf shifter and is willing to help him with something he has wanted all his life, to find a pack.
When they locate a pack, they make their way out west to meet them. It’s risky, especially for Slade since he is human and the pack isn’t going to appreciate a human in their midst. When they locate the pack they’ve been searching for, they are surprised to find that Noah is somewhat of a legend in the wolf community because of stories about how, when he was cornered, “took down” five humans all by himself. Slade hates the thought of leaving Noah, but with his promise to him fulfilled, it’s time to move on—until the wolf hunters catch up with them and threaten, not only them but the entire pack.
Thanks, Eden, for this awesome story of love and redemption, showing that no matter who you are, or what you did, you deserve happiness and forgiveness.
Slade, from ‘Cursed: Ride or Die’ by Eden Winters, was the quintessential libertarian, doing what he wanted to whom he wanted. But, when he picked up the wrong guy, Karma caught up with him. Slade’s usual disrespect earned him a powerful curse that, after ten years, changed his outlook on life. Slade is lonely and tired of drifting. Slade wants to go home but he can’t because of the curse.
Slade is living in a cabin in a remote area when he hears gunshots. Alarmed, Slade cautiously investigates until he finds a naked young man lying in the grass, obviously wounded. He helps him up and takes him to his cabin to recuperate. Slade wants to take Noah to the hospital, but he adamantly refuses. Slade bandages him up as best he can. He is amazed at how fast Noah heals. Slade has made a point of not getting attached, but the draw he feels toward Noah is as irresistible as it is inexplicable.
Noah is reluctant to trust Slade because he has been taught not to trust humans, but he senses Slade is different. Besides, Noah needs a place to rest and heal; he has nowhere else to go, so he takes a chance. In their time together, Noah and Slade get closer and eventually form an intimate relationship. It’s bittersweet though because Slade can’t stay in one place for more than a month. Noah tries not to think about how short their time together will be and attempts to appreciate the time they have now. Noah’s admiration for Slade grows when he figures out that Noah is a wolf shifter and is willing to help him with something he has wanted all his life, to find a pack.
When they locate a pack, they make their way out west to meet them. It’s risky, especially for Slade since he is human and the pack isn’t going to appreciate a human in their midst. When they locate the pack they’ve been searching for, they are surprised to find that Noah is somewhat of a legend in the wolf community because of stories about how, when he was cornered, “took down” five humans all by himself. Slade hates the thought of leaving Noah, but with his promise to him fulfilled, it’s time to move on—until the wolf hunters catch up with them and threaten, not only them but the entire pack.
Thanks, Eden, for this awesome story of love and redemption, showing that no matter who you are, or what you did, you deserve happiness and forgiveness.
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