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The Infernal Royals #3
The Mark of Cain
Can Jessica James make it through the hunter exam in one piece?
Someone stole Jess’s memories and she’s pretty damn sure it was her mother because no one else but a night witch could mess with someone’s head like that.
She can’t remember anything before getting left on the ranch with Doc either and for the first time, Jess understands how much that should bother her, but it doesn’t.
Not really.
Because both of her parents abandoned her.
Now a sickness has taken hold of her body which should be damn near impossible considering she’s both a witch and a hunter with blood ties to Lilith, but no one can deny that she’s a lot weaker than she used to be.
Not even Jess can ignore it anymore.
She just needs to make it through the exam in one piece so she can get her hunter’s license - which isn’t as easy as that asshole tiger had made it sound. Then she can worry about everything else.
But the Council of Paranormals doesn’t want someone as dangerous as Jessica James to succeed and they’ll do anything to stop her.
Someone stole Jess’s memories and she’s pretty damn sure it was her mother because no one else but a night witch could mess with someone’s head like that.
She can’t remember anything before getting left on the ranch with Doc either and for the first time, Jess understands how much that should bother her, but it doesn’t.
Not really.
Because both of her parents abandoned her.
Now a sickness has taken hold of her body which should be damn near impossible considering she’s both a witch and a hunter with blood ties to Lilith, but no one can deny that she’s a lot weaker than she used to be.
Not even Jess can ignore it anymore.
She just needs to make it through the exam in one piece so she can get her hunter’s license - which isn’t as easy as that asshole tiger had made it sound. Then she can worry about everything else.
But the Council of Paranormals doesn’t want someone as dangerous as Jessica James to succeed and they’ll do anything to stop her.
309 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 20, 2023
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July 3, 2024
I just love this one. It was amazing. She is so powerful and I can't wait to see what happens in the next book. I can't wait after that ending.
July 18, 2023
Jess is still trying to uncover the secrets locked inside her, and she’s slowly getting weaker as she does. But still a bada$$.
I wish this had a slight recap or reminder at the beginning, because it jumped back in (probably where it last left off) and I was a bit lost for a while with the council certification and whatever else was scheduled.
There’s a lot of crossover in this book with others from the paranormal world (especially Silverlake Shifters) and I don’t know if you’ll get as much out of some of the scenes without having read it first. Still fun, but way funnier knowing the characters that are mentioned.
I feel like this one had too much religion involved with it though. There’s a lot of heaven and hell and the creator and divine rules etc in the world building which isn’t in the other paranormal worlds. Which makes sense as this centres around demons and the devil, but it did bog it down a little in places.
I freaking loved the evil seductress she turns into with magic overload though, and a pinning Lucifer. Those two are hardcore and it’s lucky I’m a little obsessed with their pairing since this was the majority of the book. The interplay between these guys is what makes everything work. The found family element is just an added bonus.
I wish this had a slight recap or reminder at the beginning, because it jumped back in (probably where it last left off) and I was a bit lost for a while with the council certification and whatever else was scheduled.
There’s a lot of crossover in this book with others from the paranormal world (especially Silverlake Shifters) and I don’t know if you’ll get as much out of some of the scenes without having read it first. Still fun, but way funnier knowing the characters that are mentioned.
I feel like this one had too much religion involved with it though. There’s a lot of heaven and hell and the creator and divine rules etc in the world building which isn’t in the other paranormal worlds. Which makes sense as this centres around demons and the devil, but it did bog it down a little in places.
I freaking loved the evil seductress she turns into with magic overload though, and a pinning Lucifer. Those two are hardcore and it’s lucky I’m a little obsessed with their pairing since this was the majority of the book. The interplay between these guys is what makes everything work. The found family element is just an added bonus.
June 11, 2023
Wow! It’s been awhile since we had the last Jessica “Jess” James book but I was able to jump right into this one. There are so many revelations in this and they will blow your mind. I’ve always loved the character of Jessica as she has been a side character quite frequently and her own series has been amazing and keeps getting more insane and wonderful. Filled with suspense and action. But Lucifer and her are the star of the story. Lucifer’s character will have your heart beating overtime. Oh the things the devil does, sigh. But this isn’t the end there is more to come and I am so glad it isn’t over yet.
May 27, 2023
It had been a minute since I read the last book in this series but I managed to get back into it without too much forgetfullness.
I loved the whole test being sabotaged thing, such a typical thing for Jessica James but she still came out on top.
The whole relationship between her and Lucifer levelling up significantly was so well written, I really felt the scarys reading it.
Reading this made me want to go back and binge read the whole of the council of paranormals series again if I had time.
I loved the whole test being sabotaged thing, such a typical thing for Jessica James but she still came out on top.
The whole relationship between her and Lucifer levelling up significantly was so well written, I really felt the scarys reading it.
Reading this made me want to go back and binge read the whole of the council of paranormals series again if I had time.
September 19, 2023
wow I absolutely love Jessica and Lucifer
I can not believe it took me this long to get to this book. It was everything I had hoped for and am so so glad Jessica’s story is not done. I love all of the pantheons featured and the side characters. This is a such a vibrant world I am excited for my reread.
I can not believe it took me this long to get to this book. It was everything I had hoped for and am so so glad Jessica’s story is not done. I love all of the pantheons featured and the side characters. This is a such a vibrant world I am excited for my reread.
July 10, 2024
Y'all.
So.
Good.
😩🤭😌🫣
Literally had me giggling, kicking my feet, twirling my hair (actually facial jewelry), and having to take breaks to do other stuff because of how good this book was (and particular scenes). My cats glared at me m a n y times because I was disturbing their naps. Just *muffled screams* so good 😩😩😩 Love me some devoted romance
So.
Good.
😩🤭😌🫣
Literally had me giggling, kicking my feet, twirling my hair (actually facial jewelry), and having to take breaks to do other stuff because of how good this book was (and particular scenes). My cats glared at me m a n y times because I was disturbing their naps. Just *muffled screams* so good 😩😩😩 Love me some devoted romance
September 11, 2023
Wow
Jess is finally closer to learning wgo and what she is and with more mystery added in. Lucifer and her relationship is getting closer and this book will leave you needing to know more.
Jess is finally closer to learning wgo and what she is and with more mystery added in. Lucifer and her relationship is getting closer and this book will leave you needing to know more.
May 20, 2023
It felt like we were waiting forever for this book and the wait was so worth it!
It's fun seeing Jess and Lucifer's relationship develop more as well as finding out more about Jess' background.
It's fun seeing Jess and Lucifer's relationship develop more as well as finding out more about Jess' background.
January 8, 2024
Fantastic
So much fun following Jess and Lucy, and I can't wait for the next one! Seriously love this world that Emma's created!
So much fun following Jess and Lucy, and I can't wait for the next one! Seriously love this world that Emma's created!
August 13, 2024
I cannot wait for the next one
This book has gripped me like the rest of Emma Dean's books. I cannot wait for the rest of this story
This book has gripped me like the rest of Emma Dean's books. I cannot wait for the rest of this story
April 12, 2025
I loved the book. The story is great, I absolutely adore the characters and I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book. Unfortunately, there’s no release date announced yet.
September 5, 2025
Great series
Not impressed that a 4th book isn't mentioned till the end. So many questions unanswered great series though hard to put down a little slow at times
Not impressed that a 4th book isn't mentioned till the end. So many questions unanswered great series though hard to put down a little slow at times
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