I’ve lived a sheltered, privileged, silly life.All it takes is one moment to go away.And now my role is simple.To be prey.The Reapers burned everything.They destroyed and looted the space port that we had stopped in.They…He…killed everyone that tried to defend me.Broke them with his bare hands.Bathed in their blood before throwing me over his shoulder.He caged me.Leashed me.Scared me.But he … over his shoulder.
He caged me.
Leashed me.
Scared me.
But he also trained me.
Protected me.
Fed me.
And loved me.
I am now his.
Juliana, the Princess I used to be is dead.
From her ashes, is a woman who is stronger.
Darker.
Aware of the madness of this galaxy.
I don’t expect many to understand.
They wouldn’t understand the darkness he comes from.
Or the twisted madness of the galaxy.
They’d say we’re sick.
That this is madness.
It’s not.
It’s a real love between us.
And it will kill all who stand against us.
Caged Prey explores a much darker and much more gritty Athenaverse than in other books. It’s the second book in the Reaper’s Pet series but can be read as a standalone. Readers should be warned that the situations inside this book are of a much darker variety than other books in the Athenaverse and should exercise caution. All books share the same universe and feature a happily ever after.
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This was another great book by the author and I loved every page! It was well written and the characters were fantastic! I really enjoyed the book and would highly recommend this book to all!
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This was a great book – a must read. Another one hit out of the ball park. This was definitely a little different from her usual books. The amount of emotion and chemistry between the characters was off the charts. You could totally feel the emotions of the characters which proves by the author is so good at what she does. You felt it more from this book. It was definitely a little more on the dark side but could so understand why. All I can say is that you have to read this book.
*kinda spoiler alert* Goran captured Juliana during a Reaper raid. I thought this was very fun to read. Juliana is very sheltered and knows nothing of the world shes living in. But soon, shes delighting in all things wicked and Vicious. She captures Gorans heart with ease.
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Harsh, violent and yet, I somehow poignant. Juliana learning to be free, by being caged and Goran learning that love doesn’t make you weak, it makes you stronger, while trying to survive and thrive within the Reaper Society. Also, exposing the corruption at the core of the Helios society that Juliana comes from. Loved it.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. During the wars of year 2338 . Princess juliana of the spires of Helios she is on her way to stellaris when things go wrong and the reapers from oshara now part of the badlands invade the port .Goran leader of the berserkers sees and takes what he wants . this time it’s princess juliana. Awesome story
This is certainly dark, but not in a BDSM sort of way, though there is a little of that as well. There’s also gore, a couple of slightly squeamishy bits, and the fact that we’re sympathizing with a group that pillages and murders. Certainly they were wronged, but they aren’t exactly fighting for justice at this point.
Goran and Juliana live in opposite worlds, yet both worlds require a stringent set of expected behavior, any deviation of which could be met with severe consequences. Juliana has been kept in an emotional stupor – never allowed to show or feel too much joy, displeasure, annoyance, fear, pain, etc… When she sees the slaughter Goran and the other Reapers commit on a stop over planet, she’s fascinated on a very sociopathic level. She’s never been allowed to see such demonstrations of emotions, nor such freedom or disregard from everything around them. Her interest almost morphs into an “I want to play, too” when she semi-challenges Goran by catching his weapon… And they become hooked on each other.
Juliana experiences all of the most extreme emotions all at once, and after being so numbed for so long, she essentially becomes addicted, exchanging one emotionally unhealthy lifestyle for another. But along with having her senses opened up to new experiences, she’s also exposed to new knowledge and new perspectives that help to solidify the direction she chooses to go in.
And I do have to say, emotion is something that the author certainly makes the reader feel. A portion of the story is utterly heartbreaking, and the reader can’t help but feel the grief along with the characters!
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After reading this book I had to take a little time to compose myself and get my thoughts clear in my head before I put them in a review.
Wow this book was amazingly written. Once I started I couldn’t put it down till I was finished. This book has twists and turns you don’t know what’s happening. will they all get there happily ever after or will it all go wrong. To find out what happens go buy the book. You won’t be disappointed I wasn’t.
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So damn good!! Athena never ceases to amaze me with her stories. So much action and drama. Suspenseful, full of plot twists to leave you begging for more. Amazing five stars!!!!!
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A princess and a reaper could not be any more unlikely partners. Juliana is captured by a reaper and taken aboard as a pet. Goran, her captor, is a killer. Juliana has been trying her entire life to be a princess, polite, sincere, to never show any emotion, guilt, surprise, fantasy or insecurity. Goran has always been a warrior/killer and always will be. Who would think such opposites could actually be attracted to each other. Juliana has never been touched by a man, but Goran touch sets her on fire. She cannot imagine going back to her princess style life and wants to stay with Goran. She changes from a princess into a warrior, just like the reaper she is in love with. Savage, fearless, bloodthirsty and deadly. She feels like her life has just begun and her time as a princess was a waste. She is living life on her terms now, not by her parents. Great book. Would make a great action movie.
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I have recently started reading books by Athena Storm and let me say “Caged Prey” was a lovely fast read. It kept me reading till the end. Once I started I could not put down. Highly recommend that you grab it up. Look forward to reading more by this author.
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This was a great read. The storyline was intriguing and well written. The characters were so well developed, and their emotions were so real. It was easy to connect with them.
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This is not your usual light, fluffy, love story. That being said, I truly loved this book. The characters are strong, forceful and know what they are. The princess had been raised to be almost an automaton. Feelings were bad, and no husband would want a wife that reacted emotionally. Sex is only for procreation and should never be enjoyed. When she was captured by the bezerker, she discovered her true self. A dark, emotional love story with a lot of violence! Great read!
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Great look into the realm of the Reapers. Loved this story. Juiliana is a human princess traveling to another planet to continue her education to becoming the elite in society. Goran is a wild uncontrollable berserker from the Reaper society who kidnapped Juliana from a port after her shuttle unexpectedly lands there for service. The chemistry between these two is instantly felt. Hopefully this story is continued, it ended abruptly.
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ok this book got me…..there were some things I didn’t like and some things that had the ability to grab me. The writing was superb and the characters were well developed with the addition of characters that I hope to see in future books. The one thing that I wondered through most of this story was is there a particular reading order for the books within this universe? Other than that it was an enjoyable read for me.
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Great Read. This is book two in the Reapers Pet book two and a great addition. This was a dark romance adventure. The storyline was interesting. The characters will take you on a interesting adventure. If you enjoy a dark romance adventure then this story is for you.
Wow, this enthralling dark Sci-Fi romance certainly grabs the reader’s attention within the first few pages & keeps it until the last page. The well-written plot is intriguing & filled with unexpected events/situations. The development of the characters throughout the story-line is quite unique & they react with realistic emotional feelings to the unconventional situation that they find themselves in while some of the other characters are absolutely merciless.
There is: a berserker & reaper (Goran) notices a young virginal woman (Juliana) & decides to claim her for his pet not realizing how well she would fit into his world, Goran’s well-meaning manipulative brother (Gilian), drama, intrigue, suspense, action, adventure, twists & turns, threats, danger, violence, conflict, secrets, deceit, hatred, vengeful feelings, strange attractions, determination, confrontations, devious plans, self-sacrifice, compromises, steamy scenes & strangely enough there is contentment & happiness. I enjoyed reading this Sci-Fi romance & would recommend it.
Danger!! Danger!! Once you start this you won’t put it down. The story is dark, intense and gritty. It’s well written, interesting characters and a captivating sci-fi romance. Goran and Juliana are going to light up the Athenaverse with pure mayhem. I’m just loving this Reaper’s Pet and looking forward to reading more from these authors.
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Goran is the head of the Berzerkers and Lillian is a human princess top of the high society. This is a odd combination if there ever was one, but somehow it ends up working. This story is dark, gritty and blood soaked and not for the faint of heart. I enjoyed it very much.
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Fab read
Wow, this is a book that packs a punch. Emotionally distant Juliana is confronted by the darkness that is Goran. He and his men open up a world of havoc and destruction that opens Juliana’s eyes. While she does not quite understand the craziness around her, she does realize that she needs it.
This is a darker sci-fi tale that is sure to keep the pages turning until the end.
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