What do you think?
Rate this book
Elemental Mates #2
Inferno (Elementare Gefährten 2)
I'm in an alien zoo.
The only problem is I'm the one in the exhibit.
If I thought being abducted was scary it's nothing compared to being gawked at by aliens everyday. Some of them look like they want to eat me while others look like they want to play with me.
However, there's one male who stares at me with a blazing hunger that’s as bright as his red hair. It makes me think he wants to eat me and play with me in the most sinful ways.
I don't have time for that, but it doesn't stop me from asking for his help. He agrees only if I promise to be his mate.
Yeah, whatever. I'll say and do just about anything to get back to my sister.
Can I walk away from the flames of his desire without getting burned? Or will he make me his, effectively incinerating my intentions to leave?
The only problem is I'm the one in the exhibit.
If I thought being abducted was scary it's nothing compared to being gawked at by aliens everyday. Some of them look like they want to eat me while others look like they want to play with me.
However, there's one male who stares at me with a blazing hunger that’s as bright as his red hair. It makes me think he wants to eat me and play with me in the most sinful ways.
I don't have time for that, but it doesn't stop me from asking for his help. He agrees only if I promise to be his mate.
Yeah, whatever. I'll say and do just about anything to get back to my sister.
Can I walk away from the flames of his desire without getting burned? Or will he make me his, effectively incinerating my intentions to leave?
222 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 17, 2020
About the author
Miranda Bridges
54 books603 followersMiranda Bridges began sneaking romance novels as a teenager and did not confess to reading them until she became a legal adult. After years and years as a voracious reader she woke up one day with a story in mind. She decided to write it down in order to silence her imaginary friends, but they’ve grown in number and have gotten louder. When she is not reading, writing, or drinking coffee she is taking care of two princesses who are of a reading age. Needless to say Miranda is still hiding romance books around the house, but now some of them have her name on the cover.
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 30 of 118 reviews
October 12, 2026
Fated Mates, Fire Powers, and Plenty of Heat
The following ratings are out of 5:
Romance: 💙💛💚🖤
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Chemistry: 🧪🧪🧪🧪🧪
Story/Plot: 📕📗📘📙
World building: 🌏🌍🌎
Character development: 😋🙂😁
Narration: 🎙🎙🎙🎙🎙
Narration Type: Dual Narration
Character Backgrounds and Plot Summary
Kayla has already been through more than enough since Earth was devastated by catastrophic fires and alien abductions. Separated from the safety she once knew and determined to protect her twin sister, Khloe, she ends up on Guuldor, where she is sold to the owner of an alien zoo and forced to live as an exhibit for curious and sometimes dangerous visitors. Just when things look pretty hopeless, Commander Blaze, a powerful Fireblood warrior, enters the picture.
Blaze initially believes Khloe is his fated mate, but when he discovers she isn’t the woman connected to his elemental potential, he learns about her twin, Kayla, and sets out to find her. His determination takes him far beyond his original mission. He even manipulates the assignment system to pursue Kayla himself. When he finally locates her in the zoo, he has to figure out how to rescue her without putting her life in even greater danger.
Their escape becomes complicated when the zoo’s Master discovers Blaze’s plans and uses the explosive implanted in Kayla’s head to force Blaze into cooperating with him. Suddenly, Blaze’s strength and warrior instincts aren’t enough to solve everything. He has to make difficult choices while Kayla struggles to trust the alien who claims she is his mate. Their connection also becomes tied to Blaze’s developing powers, leading to revelations about their bond and Kayla’s own transformation.
Highlights and Limitations
The alien zoo was my favorite part of the setup because it puts Kayla in a genuinely frightening situation. She’s not simply stranded on an unfamiliar planet. She’s being displayed for entertainment, with very little control over what happens to her. That makes Blaze’s efforts to reach her feel urgent, especially once the Master discovers his plan and Kayla’s life becomes a bargaining chip.
I also enjoyed Blaze’s single-minded determination. When he realizes Kayla is his mate, he doesn’t just accept that he might have to wait for another opportunity. He changes his assignment and goes after her. I liked seeing that fierce devotion develop into something more meaningful than his initial desire to find his mate and unlock his potential. His willingness to risk his own position to get Kayla out of the zoo gives his protective instincts real stakes.
The elemental mythology is another fun aspect. The Fireblood powers, the mystery surrounding the Master’s abilities, and the consequences of Blaze reaching his full potential give the romance a paranormal science-fiction twist. Kayla’s eventual transformation and acquisition of fire powers also add an interesting dimension to their future together.
My biggest reservation was the speed of the romance. The fated-mates connection is immediate, and at times I wanted more room for Kayla and Blaze to build trust through their conversations and choices. Kayla is desperate to escape, so her willingness to bargain with Blaze makes sense, but I would have liked more time exploring how she separates her feelings for him from the circumstances forcing them together.
I was also frustrated by the conflict over Kayla’s sister. Blaze’s decision not to tell Kayla that Khloe is safe creates a painful misunderstanding that could have been handled with more honesty. With everything Kayla has already lost control over, I understood why that omission hurt her. I wanted the resolution to give their communication a little more depth instead of letting the relationship drama feel rushed.
Narration
Lynn Devereux and Drake Edwards bring the audiobook to life with their respective performances. Devereux voices Kayla’s side of the story, while Edwards handles Blaze, giving listeners two perspectives on the danger, attraction, and growing emotional connection between them.
The dual-narrator approach suits this story because Kayla and Blaze approach their situation differently. Kayla is focused on survival and getting back to her sister, while Blaze is driven by his certainty that she is his mate. Having both characters represented by separate narrators helps distinguish their viewpoints and keeps the romantic tension moving.
The audiobook runs just under five hours, making it a fairly quick listen. That suits the fast-moving plot, although I occasionally wished the story had slowed down enough to let some emotional moments breathe.
Final Opinion
Inferno was an entertaining, steamy alien romance with a compelling rescue premise, a determined warrior, and an unusual setting. I enjoyed watching Blaze go from searching for the woman who could unlock his powers to realizing that Kayla herself matters more than what their bond might give him. The danger surrounding the zoo gave their relationship more urgency than a straightforward fated-mates romance would have had.
I would have preferred a slower emotional build and more thoughtful communication between the main characters, but the elemental powers, alien world, and high-stakes escape kept me interested. Readers who enjoy possessive alien warriors, instant attraction, fated mates, and plenty of heat will likely find something to enjoy here. For me, the premise and Blaze’s determination were the strongest parts, even if the romance could have used a little more breathing room.
Blog|Goodreads|Facebook|Instagram|Pinterest|BookBub
The following ratings are out of 5:
Romance: 💙💛💚🖤
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Chemistry: 🧪🧪🧪🧪🧪
Story/Plot: 📕📗📘📙
World building: 🌏🌍🌎
Character development: 😋🙂😁
Narration: 🎙🎙🎙🎙🎙
Narration Type: Dual Narration
Character Backgrounds and Plot Summary
Kayla has already been through more than enough since Earth was devastated by catastrophic fires and alien abductions. Separated from the safety she once knew and determined to protect her twin sister, Khloe, she ends up on Guuldor, where she is sold to the owner of an alien zoo and forced to live as an exhibit for curious and sometimes dangerous visitors. Just when things look pretty hopeless, Commander Blaze, a powerful Fireblood warrior, enters the picture.
Blaze initially believes Khloe is his fated mate, but when he discovers she isn’t the woman connected to his elemental potential, he learns about her twin, Kayla, and sets out to find her. His determination takes him far beyond his original mission. He even manipulates the assignment system to pursue Kayla himself. When he finally locates her in the zoo, he has to figure out how to rescue her without putting her life in even greater danger.
Their escape becomes complicated when the zoo’s Master discovers Blaze’s plans and uses the explosive implanted in Kayla’s head to force Blaze into cooperating with him. Suddenly, Blaze’s strength and warrior instincts aren’t enough to solve everything. He has to make difficult choices while Kayla struggles to trust the alien who claims she is his mate. Their connection also becomes tied to Blaze’s developing powers, leading to revelations about their bond and Kayla’s own transformation.
Highlights and Limitations
The alien zoo was my favorite part of the setup because it puts Kayla in a genuinely frightening situation. She’s not simply stranded on an unfamiliar planet. She’s being displayed for entertainment, with very little control over what happens to her. That makes Blaze’s efforts to reach her feel urgent, especially once the Master discovers his plan and Kayla’s life becomes a bargaining chip.
I also enjoyed Blaze’s single-minded determination. When he realizes Kayla is his mate, he doesn’t just accept that he might have to wait for another opportunity. He changes his assignment and goes after her. I liked seeing that fierce devotion develop into something more meaningful than his initial desire to find his mate and unlock his potential. His willingness to risk his own position to get Kayla out of the zoo gives his protective instincts real stakes.
The elemental mythology is another fun aspect. The Fireblood powers, the mystery surrounding the Master’s abilities, and the consequences of Blaze reaching his full potential give the romance a paranormal science-fiction twist. Kayla’s eventual transformation and acquisition of fire powers also add an interesting dimension to their future together.
My biggest reservation was the speed of the romance. The fated-mates connection is immediate, and at times I wanted more room for Kayla and Blaze to build trust through their conversations and choices. Kayla is desperate to escape, so her willingness to bargain with Blaze makes sense, but I would have liked more time exploring how she separates her feelings for him from the circumstances forcing them together.
I was also frustrated by the conflict over Kayla’s sister. Blaze’s decision not to tell Kayla that Khloe is safe creates a painful misunderstanding that could have been handled with more honesty. With everything Kayla has already lost control over, I understood why that omission hurt her. I wanted the resolution to give their communication a little more depth instead of letting the relationship drama feel rushed.
Narration
Lynn Devereux and Drake Edwards bring the audiobook to life with their respective performances. Devereux voices Kayla’s side of the story, while Edwards handles Blaze, giving listeners two perspectives on the danger, attraction, and growing emotional connection between them.
The dual-narrator approach suits this story because Kayla and Blaze approach their situation differently. Kayla is focused on survival and getting back to her sister, while Blaze is driven by his certainty that she is his mate. Having both characters represented by separate narrators helps distinguish their viewpoints and keeps the romantic tension moving.
The audiobook runs just under five hours, making it a fairly quick listen. That suits the fast-moving plot, although I occasionally wished the story had slowed down enough to let some emotional moments breathe.
Final Opinion
Inferno was an entertaining, steamy alien romance with a compelling rescue premise, a determined warrior, and an unusual setting. I enjoyed watching Blaze go from searching for the woman who could unlock his powers to realizing that Kayla herself matters more than what their bond might give him. The danger surrounding the zoo gave their relationship more urgency than a straightforward fated-mates romance would have had.
I would have preferred a slower emotional build and more thoughtful communication between the main characters, but the elemental powers, alien world, and high-stakes escape kept me interested. Readers who enjoy possessive alien warriors, instant attraction, fated mates, and plenty of heat will likely find something to enjoy here. For me, the premise and Blaze’s determination were the strongest parts, even if the romance could have used a little more breathing room.
Blog|Goodreads|Facebook|Instagram|Pinterest|BookBub
August 31, 2020
Blaze and Kayla are sure to set your kindle on fire! 4.5 stars
Holy hotness, Fireblood! This was almost a perfect read for me, but the thing I kept getting hung up on was the timeframe in relation to the first book in this series. I was so confused in the beginning and didn't really find my footing until about 40% in. Other than that, I was completely immersed in Blaze and Kayla's story. Blaze is the ultimate alpha warrior and is willing to do anything to secure his mate's freedom; his powers finally surfacing is just an added bonus. I loved how Kayla was just as much of a hot head as Blaze though and didn't let him dictate her around (too much). I'm stoked for OBSIDIAN next, which is Castien and Jade's story ♡
Holy hotness, Fireblood! This was almost a perfect read for me, but the thing I kept getting hung up on was the timeframe in relation to the first book in this series. I was so confused in the beginning and didn't really find my footing until about 40% in. Other than that, I was completely immersed in Blaze and Kayla's story. Blaze is the ultimate alpha warrior and is willing to do anything to secure his mate's freedom; his powers finally surfacing is just an added bonus. I loved how Kayla was just as much of a hot head as Blaze though and didn't let him dictate her around (too much). I'm stoked for OBSIDIAN next, which is Castien and Jade's story ♡
May 18, 2022
Blaze and Kayla
Blaze and Kayla explodes to flames literally. Blaze believed her sister Khloe was his mate until he realizes it is her twin Kayla who is his mate. He works his magic being a hacker and assigns himself to rescue Kayla from the zoo.
Blaze and Kayla explodes to flames literally. Blaze believed her sister Khloe was his mate until he realizes it is her twin Kayla who is his mate. He works his magic being a hacker and assigns himself to rescue Kayla from the zoo.
September 28, 2020
Couldn’t read it
Glorified rape factory where the women beg to be used when they see someone who looks lhuman. How is it that women in this day and age are raised without any sense of integrity and actually crave abuse (or misuse) to find satisfaction? Was looking for a good story but instead I stumbled upon this. Lesson learned.
Glorified rape factory where the women beg to be used when they see someone who looks lhuman. How is it that women in this day and age are raised without any sense of integrity and actually crave abuse (or misuse) to find satisfaction? Was looking for a good story but instead I stumbled upon this. Lesson learned.
October 17, 2024
3.5 - 4 stars
I realised that I had read these books before when it opened to the end of the book. But I reread it it was so long ago.
I enjoy Sci Fi because anything goes. There is wit, humour, action, evil, suspense, tension and more as these alpha men set about finding earth woman that may save them.
Earth is dying someone set it on fire. Aliens are looking for the one woman that will awaken their potential but what they find is more than they thought. Along the way they find their mates.
A quick and fun read.
I realised that I had read these books before when it opened to the end of the book. But I reread it it was so long ago.
I enjoy Sci Fi because anything goes. There is wit, humour, action, evil, suspense, tension and more as these alpha men set about finding earth woman that may save them.
Earth is dying someone set it on fire. Aliens are looking for the one woman that will awaken their potential but what they find is more than they thought. Along the way they find their mates.
A quick and fun read.
August 3, 2020
Hot, hot , hot! Blaze, so sexy, so conflicted but a most satisfying read.
July 15, 2020
Oh, I’m bummed. I liked the first one of this series but this one didn’t live up to it. The plot is jumpy and rushed and I didn’t really like or enjoy either of the main characters. I wish there had been several ice element books, then a switch to fire.
Blaze if the fire element guy from book one who goes to rescue his mate from an alien zoo, gets tricked into staying and ... hijinks. The plot is bumpy and the connection between heroine and hero felt really rushed to me.
Blaze if the fire element guy from book one who goes to rescue his mate from an alien zoo, gets tricked into staying and ... hijinks. The plot is bumpy and the connection between heroine and hero felt really rushed to me.
March 17, 2021
I wasnt a fan of the insta-love in this one. Kayla was ok with everything blaze did (aside from withholding information about her friends), he could have told her to walk off a cliff and she probably would have done it. She wasn't a very strong mc, in my opinion. I skimmed 2/3 of this book because of it, I just wanted to get to Obsidian!!
October 13, 2021
Urgh, so once again this book makes liberal use of the C word and the male lead didn't value his mate as a person until later in the book.
While the story is still enjoyable I'm having trouble getting over those 2 elements.
While the story is still enjoyable I'm having trouble getting over those 2 elements.
November 6, 2020
I have really enjoyed reading through this series. The world and character development were topnotch. The story lines throughout each book has been consistently well paced and definitely keeps you turning pages. The steam level was high, and the author gives the bonus of strong female personalities. I loved the humor, and the references to common pop culture had me laughing out loud at times. Will definitely keep reading not only this series, but other works by Miranda Bridges.
August 22, 2020
DNFd
The male didn't see the nd as a person, only as a tool of a means to an end. 70% through the book and he still doesn't care about her at all. He only cares about what she can do for him and that she's a convenient means to get his rocks off. If you're into that sort of thing, great. Not for me.
The male didn't see the nd as a person, only as a tool of a means to an end. 70% through the book and he still doesn't care about her at all. He only cares about what she can do for him and that she's a convenient means to get his rocks off. If you're into that sort of thing, great. Not for me.
October 3, 2020
I am confused I don't know if this was rushed or if I missed something... It's book two when food her sister get partnered... Where did it go from her having the boys for Adam to partnered... I never lose a timeline like this in the many many many books I have read...
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 30, 2023
Co-written by Miranda Bridges and Kyra Snow, this Elemental Mates series follows elemental aliens and their human female mates. It takes place on Earth during a post-apocalyptic event where a fire wiped out most of humanity and burned the planet, leaving its remaining population starved and desperate. Earth wasn’t just dying; it was also full of people who had gone insane. Everyone resorted to a primitive state and they only cared about survival, doing whatever was necessary to ensure that. That involved murder, rape, theft, and copious amounts of violence. People scavenged for food and took refuge inside compounds against threats from other humans. The Koraxians came to Earth in search of females that were capable of unlocking their elemental potential. Nanobots swept over the Koraxian females, leaving the remaining immortal males unable to access their elemental powers and on the brink of extinction. Their desperation to find compatible alternatives led them to Earth, where they successfully found more than what they were looking for.
Written in first person, Inferno is book 2 in the series, and follows Commander Blaze of the Firebloods and his human mate Kayla. Kayla was a part of Hazel’s group that got abducted by the Torags in book 1. Instead of being sent to the slave planet Lixis like the rest of the captives, she was sent to the planet Guuldor where she was sold to the Master and added to his collection of galactic zoo creatures. Blaze initially mistook Kayla’s twin sister Khloe as his mate because he was drawn to her. After testing Khloe and finding that she wasn’t his match, Blaze was deflated. Then Khloe informed him about her twin Kayla, and Blaze made it his mission to go after her. Blaze hacked Xelias’s assignments and switched with Commander Castien, sending him after Jade instead of Kayla. Blaze and his crew hunted her down inside the zoo. After he located her, he purchased a private session with her to give her the 411. Kayla was doped up on drugs that were supposed to make her compliant. The master discovered Blaze’s plan to break het out, and proposed a deal instead; her life in exchange for his compliance in an upcoming show. Blaze was forced to accept the deal since they implanted an explosive inside her head that would detonate at the press of a button. Everything worked out in the end, and they both managed to escape. Along the way, he discovered that the master possessed powers of the Aetherbloods, who were supposed to be wiped out during the purge.
The couple had their first intercourse in chapter 10, at the 52% mark. The buildup was balanced and kept the reader hooked. The raunchy scenes are the only reason I read this genre of books, so I’m glad the authors didn’t hold back. Blaze’s full potential is unlocked, but there was a side effect (or bonus depending on your perspective); Kayla was transformed into a Koraxian mate, gaining fire powers herself, adapting his hair color and birth marks, along with immortality. After a lot of unnecessary drama, the two admit their love for each other and live happily ever after.
I will say that my biggest pet peeve was the immaturity of Kayla in this book. Are all the women in this series portrayed as young, naive, dumb, stupid broads that give women everywhere a bad reputation? She threw a temper tantrum like a petulant child because Blaze withheld the fact that her sister was alive and well back on Earth. She even took off the bangle (the equivalent to a wedding ring) and gave it back to him. Then refused to talk to him for 3 days. He didn’t straight lie to her, just omitted information. Apparently that was enough for a divorce with this girl. And yes, I say girl because she was definitely not mature enough to be called a woman. Ugh. Her behavior was so frustrating. 🤦♀️
So far, this series is good. Plenty of lust-filled raunch and I like how the authors incorporated magic into an alien romance. I recommend the read. I look forward to reading the next books in the series.
Written in first person, Inferno is book 2 in the series, and follows Commander Blaze of the Firebloods and his human mate Kayla. Kayla was a part of Hazel’s group that got abducted by the Torags in book 1. Instead of being sent to the slave planet Lixis like the rest of the captives, she was sent to the planet Guuldor where she was sold to the Master and added to his collection of galactic zoo creatures. Blaze initially mistook Kayla’s twin sister Khloe as his mate because he was drawn to her. After testing Khloe and finding that she wasn’t his match, Blaze was deflated. Then Khloe informed him about her twin Kayla, and Blaze made it his mission to go after her. Blaze hacked Xelias’s assignments and switched with Commander Castien, sending him after Jade instead of Kayla. Blaze and his crew hunted her down inside the zoo. After he located her, he purchased a private session with her to give her the 411. Kayla was doped up on drugs that were supposed to make her compliant. The master discovered Blaze’s plan to break het out, and proposed a deal instead; her life in exchange for his compliance in an upcoming show. Blaze was forced to accept the deal since they implanted an explosive inside her head that would detonate at the press of a button. Everything worked out in the end, and they both managed to escape. Along the way, he discovered that the master possessed powers of the Aetherbloods, who were supposed to be wiped out during the purge.
The couple had their first intercourse in chapter 10, at the 52% mark. The buildup was balanced and kept the reader hooked. The raunchy scenes are the only reason I read this genre of books, so I’m glad the authors didn’t hold back. Blaze’s full potential is unlocked, but there was a side effect (or bonus depending on your perspective); Kayla was transformed into a Koraxian mate, gaining fire powers herself, adapting his hair color and birth marks, along with immortality. After a lot of unnecessary drama, the two admit their love for each other and live happily ever after.
I will say that my biggest pet peeve was the immaturity of Kayla in this book. Are all the women in this series portrayed as young, naive, dumb, stupid broads that give women everywhere a bad reputation? She threw a temper tantrum like a petulant child because Blaze withheld the fact that her sister was alive and well back on Earth. She even took off the bangle (the equivalent to a wedding ring) and gave it back to him. Then refused to talk to him for 3 days. He didn’t straight lie to her, just omitted information. Apparently that was enough for a divorce with this girl. And yes, I say girl because she was definitely not mature enough to be called a woman. Ugh. Her behavior was so frustrating. 🤦♀️
So far, this series is good. Plenty of lust-filled raunch and I like how the authors incorporated magic into an alien romance. I recommend the read. I look forward to reading the next books in the series.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 19, 2022
I feel like I just read beta read a second or third run through for fan fiction (I have several years experience) Great potential and the story flows grammatically (that’s why it’s a 2 star review) but it jumps around quite a bit and makes you feel like part of the story is missing. This makes it feel rushed. It also lacks the polish you’d expect when so many books have been written. I honestly didn’t finish after 70% or so because I was making myself read the story. I thought it was me so I started reading books by two other authors that wrote a books in a 4 part series with this one. I love one and the other is pretty good too. I’d try to finish this after finishing each book but after finishing 4 more books I’m still calling it beta fan fiction. I’ve never left a review like this but I want to remember this due to the number of books available. I’m going to attempt to read another in the near future when I finish the current series of one of the authors mentioned above. I’ll change my review if I find it was me being in a book funk but I don’t think that’s the case. I’ll also change it if I find the same style of writing/ flow/ language to be the same as this book because that’s a personal opinion (like/dislike of a reader) and I don’t let those effect my reviews (unless they use trigger situations as the basis for a plot without warning readers in advance). My review is choppy because I kept changing this around and I’m on a mobile device. So 2 starts because the makings of a story and talent to do so are there. I only give 4 stars (now not in the past) now unless the author (1) writes something very unique that stands apart from the norm (2) I have a develop a strong attachment to characters and the world they reside in (3) the story is un-put-down-able (4) it’s a very beloved author and series that continues throughout multiple books. This is only my opinion so of course don’t let this stop you from reading and enjoying this story. My reviews are more of a reminder for me for the most part as I don’t always leave them but I want to be sure to change this if I find myself disagreeing later as the author deserves honest bipartisan reviews. I read/listen one average to at least one book a day because of my life style/career/commute. I have multiple college degrees - all are mathematical/ none in literature so I am educated but not an expert- just an avid reader and lover of books. You should also know I rarely respond to comments so please don’t be upset if you ask a question. I just don’t have the time as I could be reading a book instead. Happy reading.
October 7, 2021
2 Stars
Well I told myself after the awfulness of the heroine in the first book I wasn't gonna continue this series but I was bored and Blaze seemed far more interesting than everyone in book one. So, I did the thing. And I surprisingly didn't hate it. Did I like it though?? Meh.
Blaze was great. All what I expected from his type of personality. He didn't disappoint at all. The heroine Kayla was 100x more likeable and tolerable than Hazel was in book one. She definitely complemented him well.
And for that I mostly enjoyed the whole book until about 80% in when low and behold no one was shocked when the author pulled the poorly executed plot device. Blaze hardly "lied" to Kayla by not telling her all her "family" was safe on earth until they were on their way back. Sure, he didn't mention he'd met her sister and she was safe directly after meeting her but damn they were both being held captive and manipulated and he was plotting how to get them both free. Fucks sake when was he supposed to just bare all those details? Kayla threw a teenage fit over this and then claimed he was just trying to fuck her to get his full potential and didn't care about her. Sure... I mean he only flew across the galaxy on a 98% hunch you were his mate, treated you like a queen, fucked you like a pornstar AND rescued your ass while giving you immortality and fire powers by mating you. Gosh, I mean he was so selfish and horrible, right??? 🤦♀️ Besides, when exactly was he supposed to learn that Hazel, Adam and Jade were part of her "family" huh? The only thing she had a right to be upset over was not bringing up her sister sooner to ease her mind. But naturally the author used that as a device and created some half assed excuse that he was afraid of losing her because she'd obviously drop him so fast to stay with her sister when he inevitably had to leave Earth. So that's why he supposedly lied. Whatever.
Her outrage and upset was ridiculously over dramatic and unwarranted. Especially her thoughts of how she was done with him and how he betrayed her. Bitch, please. You lived through basically an fire apocalypse and being abducted by aliens and shipped to another planet and you're upset over THIS?? Again, whatever.
Besides, once again the characters lacked any depth. One dimensional. Blah.
Might read another book one day if I'm supppper bored but I'm afraid the next heroines are gonna be all timid and whiny and remind me of Hazel. So, then again maybe not. I'm clearly a masochist to keep trying this series.
Well I told myself after the awfulness of the heroine in the first book I wasn't gonna continue this series but I was bored and Blaze seemed far more interesting than everyone in book one. So, I did the thing. And I surprisingly didn't hate it. Did I like it though?? Meh.
Blaze was great. All what I expected from his type of personality. He didn't disappoint at all. The heroine Kayla was 100x more likeable and tolerable than Hazel was in book one. She definitely complemented him well.
And for that I mostly enjoyed the whole book until about 80% in when low and behold no one was shocked when the author pulled the poorly executed plot device. Blaze hardly "lied" to Kayla by not telling her all her "family" was safe on earth until they were on their way back. Sure, he didn't mention he'd met her sister and she was safe directly after meeting her but damn they were both being held captive and manipulated and he was plotting how to get them both free. Fucks sake when was he supposed to just bare all those details? Kayla threw a teenage fit over this and then claimed he was just trying to fuck her to get his full potential and didn't care about her. Sure... I mean he only flew across the galaxy on a 98% hunch you were his mate, treated you like a queen, fucked you like a pornstar AND rescued your ass while giving you immortality and fire powers by mating you. Gosh, I mean he was so selfish and horrible, right??? 🤦♀️ Besides, when exactly was he supposed to learn that Hazel, Adam and Jade were part of her "family" huh? The only thing she had a right to be upset over was not bringing up her sister sooner to ease her mind. But naturally the author used that as a device and created some half assed excuse that he was afraid of losing her because she'd obviously drop him so fast to stay with her sister when he inevitably had to leave Earth. So that's why he supposedly lied. Whatever.
Her outrage and upset was ridiculously over dramatic and unwarranted. Especially her thoughts of how she was done with him and how he betrayed her. Bitch, please. You lived through basically an fire apocalypse and being abducted by aliens and shipped to another planet and you're upset over THIS?? Again, whatever.
Besides, once again the characters lacked any depth. One dimensional. Blah.
Might read another book one day if I'm supppper bored but I'm afraid the next heroines are gonna be all timid and whiny and remind me of Hazel. So, then again maybe not. I'm clearly a masochist to keep trying this series.
June 25, 2021
Ser atrapada y mandada al espacio es algo de lo que siempre tratamos de huir desde que empezaron las quemas en el planeta Tierra y desde que quedamos pocos humanos, los extraterrestres usan la Tierra como patio de compras atrapando todo lo que vean y vendiéndolo al mejor postor.
Yo termine separada de mi hermana gemela y enviada a un Zoo en otro planeta donde me han puesto como su atracción mas nueva, las humadas somos pocas veces vistos o eso es lo que el cuidador con forma de pescado dice, pero no dejo de ser un animal enjaulado como todas las especies que hay aquí no soy libre y no saber que esta pasando o que paso con mi hermana me tiene muy angustiada.
Luego aparece el y desata el infierno en mi interior y también físicamente, dice que soy su pareja predestinada sus tatuajes o marcas de nacimiento como los llama el solo reaccionan con la indicada la que se encargara de liberar su verdadero potencial. Yo soy ella según el y la atracción caliente como lava que fluye en mi interior desde que lo veo no puede ser normal. El promete que me sacara de aquí.
Para un Kandoriano buscar a la indicada es su única meta, desde que destruyeron a las hembras de su planeta y los mayores se marchitaron con la muerte de las suyas solo queda un grupo de machos guerreros de diversas facciones que no pueden encontrar sus poderes elementales sin hembras compatibles, ahora que saben que las humanas de la Tierra lo son su misión es ayudarlas a volver a casa. Encontrar a una que hace que su sangre fluya es lo mejor pero cuando la toca no es ella.
Ella dice tener una hermana gemela que quizá ella sea su pareja, por lo tanto va a rescatarla y esta seguro que quemara al mismísimo diablo si es necesario para recuperarla.
Un macho siempre protege a su pareja, no solo porque ella le da acceso a su poder, si no porque es si instinto y su amor inquebrantable.
Yo termine separada de mi hermana gemela y enviada a un Zoo en otro planeta donde me han puesto como su atracción mas nueva, las humadas somos pocas veces vistos o eso es lo que el cuidador con forma de pescado dice, pero no dejo de ser un animal enjaulado como todas las especies que hay aquí no soy libre y no saber que esta pasando o que paso con mi hermana me tiene muy angustiada.
Luego aparece el y desata el infierno en mi interior y también físicamente, dice que soy su pareja predestinada sus tatuajes o marcas de nacimiento como los llama el solo reaccionan con la indicada la que se encargara de liberar su verdadero potencial. Yo soy ella según el y la atracción caliente como lava que fluye en mi interior desde que lo veo no puede ser normal. El promete que me sacara de aquí.
Para un Kandoriano buscar a la indicada es su única meta, desde que destruyeron a las hembras de su planeta y los mayores se marchitaron con la muerte de las suyas solo queda un grupo de machos guerreros de diversas facciones que no pueden encontrar sus poderes elementales sin hembras compatibles, ahora que saben que las humanas de la Tierra lo son su misión es ayudarlas a volver a casa. Encontrar a una que hace que su sangre fluya es lo mejor pero cuando la toca no es ella.
Ella dice tener una hermana gemela que quizá ella sea su pareja, por lo tanto va a rescatarla y esta seguro que quemara al mismísimo diablo si es necesario para recuperarla.
Un macho siempre protege a su pareja, no solo porque ella le da acceso a su poder, si no porque es si instinto y su amor inquebrantable.
October 24, 2024
I didn’t like this book, although the ideas for this world and powers had potential.
Kayla is taken and imprisoned in an alien zoo. Blaze is sure that she’s his mate, so he goes looking for her despite being assigned a different mission. They meet, it’s insta-love, they manage to escape, there’s the inevitable conflict and they make up.
I didn’t like either of the main characters. It didn’t feel like Kayla’s character was fully developed. At the beginning, she seemed capable and outspoken. Then when she’s captured, she gets drugged to be more compliant, but sometimes it felt like she could act against the drugs and after they were gone from her system, it occasionally seemed like she was still on them. Blaze didn’t really have a character apart from being obsessed with getting his mate and being at his true potential. He was a commander, and it talked about how nothing was handed to him and how he had to work for everything he had, but none of his actions seemed well thought out.
The plot with the zoo wasn’t well thought out either –
The conflict was completely pointless and seemed like something that only happened to check off a checklist. It was obvious that Kayla was going to be angry, but then one short conversation with Hazel and Khloe and everything was great again.
I didn’t like this book and while the powers might be interesting, I’m not continuing with the series because I don’t like the way it’s written.
Kayla is taken and imprisoned in an alien zoo. Blaze is sure that she’s his mate, so he goes looking for her despite being assigned a different mission. They meet, it’s insta-love, they manage to escape, there’s the inevitable conflict and they make up.
I didn’t like either of the main characters. It didn’t feel like Kayla’s character was fully developed. At the beginning, she seemed capable and outspoken. Then when she’s captured, she gets drugged to be more compliant, but sometimes it felt like she could act against the drugs and after they were gone from her system, it occasionally seemed like she was still on them. Blaze didn’t really have a character apart from being obsessed with getting his mate and being at his true potential. He was a commander, and it talked about how nothing was handed to him and how he had to work for everything he had, but none of his actions seemed well thought out.
The plot with the zoo wasn’t well thought out either –
The conflict was completely pointless and seemed like something that only happened to check off a checklist. It was obvious that Kayla was going to be angry, but then one short conversation with Hazel and Khloe and everything was great again.
I didn’t like this book and while the powers might be interesting, I’m not continuing with the series because I don’t like the way it’s written.
July 23, 2020
HOT. 🔥
Inferno: Elemental Mates Book 2
By Miranda Bridges & Kyra Snow
Kindle unlimited purchase
Kayla, her twin sister, and their friend's lives have changed since the fires destroyed Earth. Kayla has been shouldering the burden of looking out for her sister it would be so nice to have someone watch over her and put her best interests first. But can she put her trust in an alien that says he is here to save her from being an exhibit in a Zoo?
Blaze is on a mission to save the woman he thinks can unlock his potential. He thought it was her twin but when he found out that it was Kayla he set out to save her at no cost.
This was a great story. It took a powerful connection between them to get through what they did. But I'm very grateful to Miranda Bridges and Kyra Snow for not going with the option of going overboard with triggers left and right. So I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS BOOK to readers that HAVE TRIGGER reactions. Yes, they are in a zoo exhibit, but the MASTER put a NO penetration rule which saved the ulcers going with a big trigger book. In my opinion, this is very low on my trigger meter so low I give it a 0.
Elemental Mates:
Glacier
Inferno
Obsidian Aug 24, 2020
Inferno: Elemental Mates Book 2
By Miranda Bridges & Kyra Snow
Kindle unlimited purchase
Kayla, her twin sister, and their friend's lives have changed since the fires destroyed Earth. Kayla has been shouldering the burden of looking out for her sister it would be so nice to have someone watch over her and put her best interests first. But can she put her trust in an alien that says he is here to save her from being an exhibit in a Zoo?
Blaze is on a mission to save the woman he thinks can unlock his potential. He thought it was her twin but when he found out that it was Kayla he set out to save her at no cost.
This was a great story. It took a powerful connection between them to get through what they did. But I'm very grateful to Miranda Bridges and Kyra Snow for not going with the option of going overboard with triggers left and right. So I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS BOOK to readers that HAVE TRIGGER reactions. Yes, they are in a zoo exhibit, but the MASTER put a NO penetration rule which saved the ulcers going with a big trigger book. In my opinion, this is very low on my trigger meter so low I give it a 0.
Elemental Mates:
Glacier
Inferno
Obsidian Aug 24, 2020
July 29, 2020
The flames burn bright in this second Elemental Mates book 💖🔥🔥🔥
Blaze is a Fireblood elemental who felt a connection to Kayla from the first minute he was her. Just like in the first book these males start out looking for a female that will unlock their power, what they actually find at fated mates that will ultimately mean more to them than the powers they seek to achieve. Kayla is one of the original ladies that we saw in the first book and at the end her and her twin are snatched by the lizard aliens to be sold. Kayla is sold to a zoo and is put on display. Blaze sets off to find her and when he sees her he knows beyond the shadows of a doubt that she belongs to him. He gets himself into the zoo and when they see one another the fires burn 🔥brightly, you could say the blaze between them.. It's an adventure, there is danger , mystery and so much passion it's very much sight reading. I actually like this book even more than the first one Blaze's realization that Kayla means more to him than anything else is wonderful to watch and Kayla is strong and fierce with a fire all her own they are a perfect match💖💖💖💖💖💖💖
Blaze is a Fireblood elemental who felt a connection to Kayla from the first minute he was her. Just like in the first book these males start out looking for a female that will unlock their power, what they actually find at fated mates that will ultimately mean more to them than the powers they seek to achieve. Kayla is one of the original ladies that we saw in the first book and at the end her and her twin are snatched by the lizard aliens to be sold. Kayla is sold to a zoo and is put on display. Blaze sets off to find her and when he sees her he knows beyond the shadows of a doubt that she belongs to him. He gets himself into the zoo and when they see one another the fires burn 🔥brightly, you could say the blaze between them.. It's an adventure, there is danger , mystery and so much passion it's very much sight reading. I actually like this book even more than the first one Blaze's realization that Kayla means more to him than anything else is wonderful to watch and Kayla is strong and fierce with a fire all her own they are a perfect match💖💖💖💖💖💖💖
December 6, 2020
There are some conflicting story details which derail readers from the plot concerning the male character, Blaze. In the first book, Blaze's eyes are described as coal, then several chapters later they are described as being crimson colored. Now, here in this book, they are described as amber colored. His attitude is also crass and obnoxious. Like the male lead in the previous book, this alien also regurgitates a shocking amount of American slang and euphemisms despite this being the first contact with humans. Details like that detract away from the story making it appear sloppy and confusing.
I did finish the book, though, and despite being told the characters are alien yet they act, speak and behave exactly like modern day 20yo men, the plot was okay. Less intriguing than the first book, but I am still willing to read the next on the series.
I did finish the book, though, and despite being told the characters are alien yet they act, speak and behave exactly like modern day 20yo men, the plot was okay. Less intriguing than the first book, but I am still willing to read the next on the series.
October 6, 2023
Inferno
This is book two in the series. The world building/back story is going well. The MMC is loud, lewd, brash, and selfish - the authors do a good job of being consistent with him until the very end of the book when we finally get to see him grow up a little. He withheld information from the MFC that nearly breaks their relationship. But he truly seems to regret his actions and, of course, she forgives him.
I found her character a little frustrating. She comes across as powerful with her sister in the beginning, but she seems incredibly submissive with the MMC. She gets some spine back when she finds out he lies and she says they are through, but it's the inconsistency of her character that bugs me. It's almost like the MMC's personality is so dominating, the MFC has to become smaller to fit on the page with him.
This is book two in the series. The world building/back story is going well. The MMC is loud, lewd, brash, and selfish - the authors do a good job of being consistent with him until the very end of the book when we finally get to see him grow up a little. He withheld information from the MFC that nearly breaks their relationship. But he truly seems to regret his actions and, of course, she forgives him.
I found her character a little frustrating. She comes across as powerful with her sister in the beginning, but she seems incredibly submissive with the MMC. She gets some spine back when she finds out he lies and she says they are through, but it's the inconsistency of her character that bugs me. It's almost like the MMC's personality is so dominating, the MFC has to become smaller to fit on the page with him.
August 26, 2026
Anyone who knows anything about me knows I’m down bad for alien romance and especially the “Mars needs women trope”. Add in fated mates and you’re speaking my language.
Earth is dying and humans are on the verge of extinction.
The Koraxians are also a dying race after a virus wiped out all their woman. Without a mate, they cannot access their elemental powers.
Cue compatibility with earth woman.
The series is full of possessive alphaholes who are really big cinnamon rolls for their mates and spicy scenes.
There is abduction by another alien race so trigger warnings should be checked.
I could not accept Blaze’s naïveté in thinking they would be set free by the Master - this sort of spoiled by overall enjoyment of the book.
I could not reconcile that to his character.
Earth is dying and humans are on the verge of extinction.
The Koraxians are also a dying race after a virus wiped out all their woman. Without a mate, they cannot access their elemental powers.
Cue compatibility with earth woman.
The series is full of possessive alphaholes who are really big cinnamon rolls for their mates and spicy scenes.
There is abduction by another alien race so trigger warnings should be checked.
I could not accept Blaze’s naïveté in thinking they would be set free by the Master - this sort of spoiled by overall enjoyment of the book.
I could not reconcile that to his character.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 5, 2020
Didn’t care for plot, liked characters
I hate plots where 80+ % of the book has the characters locked up at the mercy of their captors. So that is what this plot is and I would have put a 2 minus star except I like the authors characters and they are interesting. The love scenes are not great when they are forced to do it under being captured. I also thought the last scene where the heroine throws a fit and separates from the hero was ridiculous. The reason for this is really silly given the situation everyone was in. It also seemed out of character. I really like this author but every once in a while she has a big miss.
I hate plots where 80+ % of the book has the characters locked up at the mercy of their captors. So that is what this plot is and I would have put a 2 minus star except I like the authors characters and they are interesting. The love scenes are not great when they are forced to do it under being captured. I also thought the last scene where the heroine throws a fit and separates from the hero was ridiculous. The reason for this is really silly given the situation everyone was in. It also seemed out of character. I really like this author but every once in a while she has a big miss.
November 12, 2020
Inferno: An Alien Warrior Romance
Blaze. I knew from the book Glacier, he was going to be a difficult character to like. I was correct. His only saving grace is his love for his mate. He’s reckless at times and has a “dominant” personality. This doesn’t seem to bother Kayla but, it does me. His choice to not reveal that he had met Kayla’s twin and what she told him to say to Kayla to let her know he had spoken with Khloe was a poor one. But, they ended up with a happily ever after and this is all that matters in a romance. There is a lot of action and sexy times. If this offends you, this may not be the book for you.
Blaze. I knew from the book Glacier, he was going to be a difficult character to like. I was correct. His only saving grace is his love for his mate. He’s reckless at times and has a “dominant” personality. This doesn’t seem to bother Kayla but, it does me. His choice to not reveal that he had met Kayla’s twin and what she told him to say to Kayla to let her know he had spoken with Khloe was a poor one. But, they ended up with a happily ever after and this is all that matters in a romance. There is a lot of action and sexy times. If this offends you, this may not be the book for you.
October 26, 2021
Selfish jerk
When he realize that the girl wasn't his mate but her twin he had to go after her. He'd fixed it that he was going after her instead of another commander. He finds her in an zoo as an exhibit so he with the help of his crew to get her out. He ended up being blackmailed by the master, the owner of the zoo. She was easy accepting that they are mates when he tells her. She helps him get hus full powers and she gotten a few of his. They were able to escape with their fire power and his crew and bury the zoo down and figuring out that the master is part of a race that was expelled. So now a mystery to solve about a race and finding the other human womem.
When he realize that the girl wasn't his mate but her twin he had to go after her. He'd fixed it that he was going after her instead of another commander. He finds her in an zoo as an exhibit so he with the help of his crew to get her out. He ended up being blackmailed by the master, the owner of the zoo. She was easy accepting that they are mates when he tells her. She helps him get hus full powers and she gotten a few of his. They were able to escape with their fire power and his crew and bury the zoo down and figuring out that the master is part of a race that was expelled. So now a mystery to solve about a race and finding the other human womem.
June 21, 2025
🛸 Being abducted is terrifying enough—but being put in a literal zoo? 🛸
The chemistry between these two is magnetic. Every interaction sizzles with tension, desire, and just the right touch of emotional vulnerability. She’s desperate to reunite with her sister, but the deeper she gets involved with her would-be savior, the harder it becomes to separate survival from seduction. Perfect balance of heat, heart, and sci-fi. There’s danger, longing, and moments of connection that sneak up on you between the action. Interesting to see the change from the MMCs just needing the females to get their power to loving them as mates.
The chemistry between these two is magnetic. Every interaction sizzles with tension, desire, and just the right touch of emotional vulnerability. She’s desperate to reunite with her sister, but the deeper she gets involved with her would-be savior, the harder it becomes to separate survival from seduction. Perfect balance of heat, heart, and sci-fi. There’s danger, longing, and moments of connection that sneak up on you between the action. Interesting to see the change from the MMCs just needing the females to get their power to loving them as mates.
July 14, 2020
I was lucky enough to get an ARC of Inferno. What an amazing story!
The first book of the serie was about Hazel and Xelias, the Icebloods commander, first to find his fated mate. In this second book, we follow Blaze, the hot tempered commander of the Firebloods, in his quest to save Kayla from a strange alien zoo. The story is captivating and original, both main characters are strong, powerful and their chemistry is off the charts. I couldn't and wouldn't put the book down until it was finished!
I strongly recommend this book, you can't go wrong with a new serie from Miranda Bridges!
The first book of the serie was about Hazel and Xelias, the Icebloods commander, first to find his fated mate. In this second book, we follow Blaze, the hot tempered commander of the Firebloods, in his quest to save Kayla from a strange alien zoo. The story is captivating and original, both main characters are strong, powerful and their chemistry is off the charts. I couldn't and wouldn't put the book down until it was finished!
I strongly recommend this book, you can't go wrong with a new serie from Miranda Bridges!
August 17, 2020
From the moment that I picked up this book and started reading, I was hooked and could not put it down. I proceeded to finish it in one sitting. It moves along at a fantastic pace which made for an easy read. You will fall in love with these characters and want to know more about them. You feel as though you are part of the story and are actually there. The story will keep you reading and you will not be able to put it down until the very last page is read. this book needs to be read. You will not be sorry that you did.
August 21, 2020
Controlling fire isn't as easy as you'd think.
I'm enjoying this series. I love that each book can be read within a fairly short amount of time. Since my schedule is so hectic i like to save longer books for an empty day that way i don't have to spend days rationing out my reading.
“I’ve spent all this time looking for my mate only to find her drugged and delirious,” he mutters. He drops his hands and takes a step back, his mouth pulled down. “If Xelias could see me now, he’d laugh at me being the one wanting to cool it on the sex. Un- fucking- believable.”
I'm enjoying this series. I love that each book can be read within a fairly short amount of time. Since my schedule is so hectic i like to save longer books for an empty day that way i don't have to spend days rationing out my reading.
“I’ve spent all this time looking for my mate only to find her drugged and delirious,” he mutters. He drops his hands and takes a step back, his mouth pulled down. “If Xelias could see me now, he’d laugh at me being the one wanting to cool it on the sex. Un- fucking- believable.”
July 1, 2021
Spoiled heroine, but heroine she isnt
Kayla is spoiled and entitled. After all Blaze did to save her, she gets mad because he didn't tell her about her family immediately, as if he didn't have to worry about saving her behind and his. All she had to do was lay on her back and get rescued. Then he had the weakness of mind to be worried about her temper tandrum!!! I wanted to tell him to leave her in the zoo or taking her whiney bratty behind back to the zoo. He needs a strong ADULT woman not a self absorbed wanna be princess.
Kayla is spoiled and entitled. After all Blaze did to save her, she gets mad because he didn't tell her about her family immediately, as if he didn't have to worry about saving her behind and his. All she had to do was lay on her back and get rescued. Then he had the weakness of mind to be worried about her temper tandrum!!! I wanted to tell him to leave her in the zoo or taking her whiney bratty behind back to the zoo. He needs a strong ADULT woman not a self absorbed wanna be princess.
Displaying 1 - 30 of 118 reviews