Veil of Fate

Fates of Mirror #1

by Jinapher J. Hoffman

Win the hand of fate, unveil every truth.Meet Zora Vyner, a spit-fire woman turned vengeful mercenary after her parents were murdered and her brother was stolen.

Taking down the men who abused her, and infiltrating a magical underground of vicious crime bosses, she finds herself on a mission to kill a rising threat to her Boss’s business. She’s promised information on the brother she so desperately wants to find, but instead she gets an exclusive invite.

Each Kingdom in Mirror has a ruler blessed with the ability to see the threads of Fate. In Zora’s home Kingdom of Estal, their very own Heir of Fate is holding a tournament. He wants more than a bride. He wants a protector, and with Zora’s infamously lethal capabilities, she’s offered a spot in the tournament up against the fiercest female warriors in Estal Kingdom.

With no room to fail – her brother’s life on the line – Zora accepts the invitation.

But what she doesn’t know, is that the man in the mask offering her the invite is also her undoing.This is the first book in the Veil of Fate Series. This book was originally published as episodes 1-16 on the Veil of Fate Kindle Vella Series.

Content/Trigger Violence, gore, murder/death, sexual scenes, references to sexual assault, sex trafficking, allusions to child abuse

Genres: Fantasy, Romantasy, Romance, Fantasy Romance, Ebooks, Dark Romance, Paranormal

259 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 2, 2022

About the author

Jinapher J. Hoffman is an epic dark fantasy author building a multiverse of feminine rage. She is an Amazon #1 Best Seller and mother to two adorable bunny rabbits. She lives in California with her hero and partner and spends most of her day organizing multiverse plot holes and building magic systems.

You can find all of Jinapher's books, including their content warnings, at wrathosbooks.com.

Reviews

[M · Rating 1 out of 5]

Vibes: confused world building, no specific time period, pace was too fast.

I felt confused from start to finish really. The world building was non-existent and pushed to the background. I felt as if I missed something, like perhaps a whole book before this.

[Lena · Rating 2 out of 5]

IM SO FUCKING CONFUSED. HUH 😭
Story has potential but idk guys..

[Mallory Abley · Rating 2 out of 5]

cool magic system

Terrible love story but that might because I’m not a love at first sight kinda person and that is definitely this story soooo do with that what you will

[Sabrina · Rating 4 out of 5]

Get it here:
Amazon US * Amazon UK

[Madeleine · Rating 4 out of 5]

it was really good

Zora - she is so strong - so brave - doesn't want anyones protection - only herself - does everything to find her brother - she is a lady who knows what she wants - > and gets

Cristen - aka The Fate himself
he knew her his entire live - it was not because he met her, it was by her threads - he liked her already, even when he did not know how she looked, or her altogether - and then they met

I searched for words to describe him (for her it was easy) - I guess Cristen is caring, loving, a man everybody would want - a man who kills for his queen - a man who knows he gets sick while being with her - and does it anyways.


The story:
the story was really good - good plot, good writing
and the plot in the end - didnt expect that

Favorite part nowwwww:
THE QUOTES - I have some good stuff hahaha
(The quotes represent my feelings and best things of the story - its how I can express my fav parts of the book)

In the Underground, one can sell anything. Name it, and there’s a price. Body, soul, skill—they’re all fair game. For me, it’s all three with a suffocating touch of wit.

This touch, this simple embrace—does he know how much it means to me? To be touched without lust or desire? To be held as if I’m a fucking woman and not some thing to be manipulated and bought? No. No, how could he know that? And yet… It’s like he does, because he doesn’t let go, and some part of me wonders if he needs this as much as I do. If he has scars across his soul that are in desperate need of healing.

His eyes are more than eyes. They swim with possibilities, desires, wishes. If I were to stare long enough, I would drown in them, floating from one reality to the next.

“I don’t know,” he suddenly admits. “You don’t know what?” I ask, my lips nearly brushing his. His forehead knocks against mine, and his expression turns pained. “I don’t know if I can survive you, Zora Vyner.”

“Fucking kiss me,” I growl, desperation crawling through me. He laughs, and the galaxy of his eyes sparkles. “Whatever the lady wants, she gets,” he muses, dipping lower.

The desire in me ignites into an unbearable roar, and I shove him back to stand up, needing to take control, to get exactly what I want.

“You will never touch her in that way ever again. I do not care that you’re my blood. I will rip your heart from your chest before I will allow you to hurt her. Do you understand?”

“Because if I look at you again Zora, I’m afraid I’ll never stop. I’m terrified that if I see your eyes, I’ll fall forever, and if I see your mouth, I’ll kiss you until I can’t feel anything but you. I’ll drown in you if I look at you, and I can’t do that.” He pinches the bridge of his nose. “Please just give me the needle, leave this room, and get some rest.”

“You’ll be screaming it all night, all day—even in your dreams, princess,” he teases, pulling back with a satisfied smile. I level him with a calculated look. “I’m nobody’s princess.” - “You’re right, my queen.” - “For you, my incredibly badass queen.”

he wants my attention, he will have to force it. I’ll never give it to him willingly again, unless he’s on his knees, my sword at his throat.

For the first time in my life, I wake up safe. I peel my eyes open, and I’m face-to-face with a knocked out Cristen. His arm is firmly around me, his fist clutching the back of my shirt. I blow out a slow breath, my body feeling as at ease and secure as his face looks. No frown lines or turmoil. Just a man relaxed.

There’s a lust there for Cristen, strong enough to almost outweigh all else, but as much as I want him, there’s a desire rooted far deeper in my soul. A desire to have a family. To steal back what was taken from me when I was far too young. A desire to be loved the way a brother might love me—a brother who exists but who has been forever lost to me. I think of Gretta, of her love and compassion, the kind a true sister would give. She may not be my brother or my blood, but she’s been there for me when it counted most. She’s family, and right now—she’s missing.

The Beast drops the mask from his eyes, revealing irises I could never forget. Irises that once held so much love and joy and passion… for me.

and lets leave it with that
I would recommend it

[Tamar · Rating 4 out of 5]

4/5, maybe even 3.75. I feel like it lacked explanation about the magical world and how it works. Some things or characters are introduced in a sloppy way. Eventually it makes sense and is a bit more explained. I still want to know what happens next and will be reading the following books of the series.

[Mandy Burt · Rating 5 out of 5]

simple and honest

Good fast pace read . And has some twists and turns which I enjoyed. If you need a simple read this it is. Interested to see what happened next

[Bridget Kim · Rating 1 out of 5]

I hate when female authors try to write badass FMC who are just angry all the time.

There's a difference between angry and moody, and strong and courageous.

Don't complain about men writing female characters poorly when you can't do any better.

I don't know...the characters just seemed boring. The writing was...boring...
Everything was just kinda boring to me.
I don't know how to explain it, but the writing just did not capture my attention.

And the main character just seemed too hot and cold.

[Liz Jones · Rating 2 out of 5]

I just think this book wasn't for me. I am generally not huge on love\lust at first sight as a trope. I wish there was more time with the world building because I felt like that was hard to follow at times. Admittedly, I always want more world building. I think this was more on the romance heavy/world building light side of things so if that is your jam this book is great! That is just is not as much my cup of tea.

[Didi Newman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book

At first, I was interested but struggled to stay focused. The more I read, the more I was hooked. It has a lot of magic which I like. It also makes you question a lot and wonder what is going on. I was completely invested in about 25% in. The ending made me even more hooked, and I instantly got the second book.

[Hailey · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a good, quick read! I haven't done any research as to how it relates to the Alchemight duology, but it was alright. It took a while for things to pick up, at least half the book. And it ended right as things were getting good. The FMC was a little annoying at times. I get the whole feminine rage thing but some things just didn't make sense to me. Also this book has a lot of typos!

[Aoibheann · Rating 2 out of 5]

I love female rage and this did this very well in the beginning, not a fan of love at first sight and the main character felt like she completely changed in the latter half of the book. Interesting world at the beginning but just fell short

[Mack Smith · Rating 4 out of 5]

i devoured this in one sitting. do i need to say anything else??

if you’re looking for a fast paced, page turning fantasy with a strong FMC - this is your series!

the twists at the end had my mouth ON THE FLOOR. i cannot wait to see where this series goes!

[Reader · Rating 1 out of 5]

TW in this.
Is was bad. I wished and wanted it to be good, but no. Waaay too predictable. It felt like bad, but more romance retelling of Hunger Games. HG is good. And dear Zora.. If a man tells you that he doesnt wish to fuck you? DO NOT FORCE HIM! The main character’s hate for everyone, especially men, was just.. Why? I get bed things have happened, but it seems so unnecessary.
When did things happen that wasn’t too predictable? The last 6 pages. Just no.

[Isabella · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5

sospechaba q ese personaje era el hermano , pero no me lo quería creer porque dijo cosas sexuales sobre ella y pues……. incesto , pero vaya q eso no ha sido un impedimento.

muy entretenido pero la rapidez de la relación no me gustó nada , y no confío en NINGUNO de los royalistas, ni uno solo.

[Sara McNeal · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has such an interesting storyline and really intriguing morally grey characters. My only qualm is that none of the world is explained very well so some things are confusing. Still a great read tho!

[Nancyreadsalotofbooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Found myself enjoying this short book

It’s short, but actioned packed. Holy major cliffhanger! I did not see that ending coming. Thankfully book two will out next week.

[Cassidy O’Neill · Rating 4 out of 5]

The only reason my rating is missing a star is because it could have been longer! It felt a little rushed. Excellent writing, but could have used more world building and more of a build up to her relationship with The Prince but omg plot twist at the end! 🫣 I can’t wait to start book 2

[Sofie Wen Rose Svendsen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really perfect pacing compared to the fact that it’s a trilogy.
Loved the characters, they really make me care for them, also really good build up of chemistry between the male and female lead.
Good world building and not too deep fantasy
Just what I needed honestly 🙂‍↕️🙂‍↕️

[Bianca (caca) · Rating 4 out of 5]

….what

[Jasmina2104 · Rating 1 out of 5]

noch nie so einen Unsinn gelesen also hä ? Did I miss a whole book before this or something

[Olivia Irene · Rating 3 out of 5]

3 stars is generous

This book had a lot of potential but there wasn’t enough world building or explanation to a lot of things. I feel like I started this book in the middle of a series I was very confused with the magic system and the royal hierarchy and the world?? It was decent but it just didn’t really make enough sense to keep me engaged

[ChristinaReads5 · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really wanted to love this book.

Zora is talented in seduction and fighting. She works for a boss named Beast and is given a job of finding out what a new Boss named Prince is doing to get clients. She finds out some truths that not many know and she starts to fall for someone she isn’t supposed to.

It was okay,l but I really wanted to love this book and I feel like I would have if it was longer and a lot of the tension was fleshed out instead of everything starting and ending abruptly. There needed to be better transitions for the big events and the side characters needed more time instead of being told why they were important.

The ending really threw me for a loop. I know it was supposed to be a twist but it came out of nowhere. No inclination, no foreshadowing and it didn’t really make sense. Again, more pages would have helped flesh the story out more.

I liked the premises of the book but wish the meat of the story made me feel the way the TikTok video, that recommended this book, made me feel.

[Luli · Rating 1 out of 5]

Although the ending leaves you waiting for the 2nd book, I think I won't be reading it. The world was amazing at first but lacks development, coherence and deepness. At first I thought I had missed book number 1 because there was so much info missing.

About the characters, it was toooooo fast but at the same time nothing really happened. Falling in love at first sight is an interesting trope, but somehow it feels badly developed here. It has romance, yes, but almost nothing aside a couple of kisses. The FMC is incredible at first but then she gets to a Bride Hunger Games sort of trial and she does nothing ??? gets rescued everytime by the only person NOT supposed to be there helping. ???? the arena, the monsters ?

I don't know. I was really interested, read it really fast (1 day) but the taste is bittersweet. This book could be so much better.

[Tiffany Bumgardner · Rating 2 out of 5]

This is a fast read, not because it’s so amazing you can’t put it down but because of its actual length. Honestly, it was an intriguing world but there needs a lot of world development and character development. For the most part so so so much was obvious who was who and who they would be from the first pages. At least it was abundantly clear to me, the fmc is suppose to an assassin but in a brutal arena that’s fighting to the death she spends more time being rescued and injuries than displaying skills. The final fight/ reveal/ betrayal wasn’t surprising, wasn’t enthralling and was predictable. I am currently debating if I care enough to bother with the rest of the series.

[Tree Perkins · Rating 1 out of 5]

Extremely quick read. I didn’t know I hated love at first sight tropes until reading it and it’s a big no for me. The book is readable but not enjoyable, there isn’t much character development and not only is the love at first sight but everything in this books is just hopping from one thing to another with no build up for even the smallest of events. The whole thread thing isn’t really explained will, it’s a memory type form of currency but no one can read them (legally or easily) but you want to earn them from other people? No idea about most of this hunger games inspired Bridgerton story.

[Sami ❤️❤️❤️ · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was really good. It is one to actually have you feel feelings. From hurt to rage we see everything from Zora’s position. Major spoilers but the end of the book is very messed up and I hate what happened to Gretta. The book was pretty good though. But the romance kind of left after a while and I wish we had more. There might be more in the next book though!

[Amber · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this but it felt rushed. It was a quick read but I wanted a little more description and explanation of what was happening and why. I didn't get emotionally invested in the characters so the parts where I knew I should be feeling something were dry. Definitely a great start to a series. I'm hoping for more in the next book.

[Lexi Runion · Rating 2 out of 5]

I’m just…. Confused? Other reviews said this and I’ll echo that the whole 247 pages feels like I was missing something. The entire arena gives off knock off Hunger Games? And the plot twists aren’t exciting, they’re infuriating. Don’t know if I’ll read the rest of the series

[Oakley Rohde · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was really confused throughout this book, things happened too fast, the girl fell in love with the guy in a blink of an eye, there was no courting, no tension, nothing.
Average.
ADDIT : I don’t even remember what this book was about lol.