I was just minding my own business, trying to win in life (while in reality just barely passing) when I discovered the existence of a secret race, who think I’m the answer to their prayers. The Mazza, they called me. Someone who bears the marks of all four houses of this mysterious people, holding untold powers. Every time a Mazza has appeared in their history it has signaled great change. Change … change. Change they so desperately need when they are on the brink of war.
Their savior. Their Messiah.
More like scale tipper for whatever side holds the Mazza. I just wish I knew what this war is about and who the players are. Everyone is out to get me, manipulate me, own me.
Navigating the minefield I just stumbled into could very well cost me my life. Good thing I stumbled into a mistaken Uber full of men of said race who I can trust to help me navigate my new normal. Or can I?
MARKS OF THE MAZZA is a full-length 70,000 word fun, paranormal reverse harem romance. Book one in the Mazza Series.
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Marks Of The Mazza ( Book One Of The Mazza Series) by Blake Blessing. This is a new to me author, while it is slightly out of my normal genre, I read the blurb and need to read this book. A reverse harem……. hello…… I just knew that this was going to be a good one, and of course I was right. It was everything plus more than I expected. I loved how the characters just clicked together. There was plenty of storyline to keep you interested. There was suspense, mystery, adventure and of course sexy scenes.
I am definitely looking forward to future books from this author and series.
Marks of the Mazza: Reverse Harem (Mazza Series Book 1) Blake Blessing is great start to the series. The story is a paranormal fantasy romance with a twist. I wasn’t sure what I was getting with a reverse harem plot but it certainly did not disappoint me in any way shape or form. Right from the start I was pulled into this group of characters, that are endearing and interesting and found myself falling in love and completely invested in them as individuals and as a group. There is lots of drama, action and adventure, danger and suspense. You will be enthralled with the storyline and the vivid scenes and Blake’s imagination knows no bound. The story flowed well and you are so engrossed that before you know it, it will all over and you just want to scream because you want more. Geesh, book two can not come quick enough. Well done Blake a truly great story for a debut book.
This is going to be one of those series that will get me in trouble. Firstly, I must say I was blown away that this is Blake Blessing’s debut novel. Girl has some writing skills! I am an avid fan of reading alternate lifestyle romances because usually they are intricate stories with layers that you just don’t find in a one on one relationship storyline. That said, this is also a difficult thing to write and can make or break an entire story or series. This was absolutely not the case here! This was flawless, emotional, and gripping. There was just the right amount of slow burn romance between the parties involved with the bonus additions of paranormal twists to keep you extra intrigued.
Isolde Bardot is not your average naiveté lead female. She can hold her own, and really she needs to because when she gets into the wrong Uber she will have to handle a whole new world and all its complexities. There is never a dull moment for her between her ‘Lusty Legion’, confusing and realistic magic, and different realms? I was so bummed when the book ended, not a killer cliffhanger, but enough I will be anxiously on the edge of my seat awaiting the next in the series now! Thanks for such an amazing adventure Blake Blessing!
Marks of the Mazza: Reverse Harem (Mazza Series Book 1)
By Blake Blessing
I will admit this is the first reverse harem book I have read and I am so glad I decided to go with it. I love the diversity in all the characters involved. This book drew me in from the beginning and kept me captivated throughout. Isolde was just getting by, working two part time jobs and going through the routine of life as a loner. That all changes the night she accidentally gets into the wrong vehicle that she thought was her uber. She is suddenly thrust into a world of magic and she’s told she is the “Mazza” which is the answer to the Fennine/fae, they believe she can bring great change. As Issy is trying to wrap her mind around this huge responsibility and learn their ways, there are also people trying to hurt her. I found while I was reading I was being taken on many different directions, I wasn’t sure who is good, Who is bad? Which is awesome!! Just when you think you might have a grasp there’s a twist in the plot and I found myself rethinking what I thought I knew. I loved the different angles and how bits and pieces of information were revealed. I found myself invested in these characters, I so badly want the lusty legion to be the good guys!! I absolutely loved reading this book, i just couldn’t put it down, and now I’m going crazy waiting to read the next one!!! The author did an exceptional job creating a wonderfully well written story that captured my attention!! I highly recommend this book!!
A well paced read, I enjoyed this book and the characters. The characters are well defined and believable. The storyline has a steady pace. The author did a good job telling the story and drawing the reader in. It had action and plenty to keep me on my toes. A good book and one I will recommend to others.
Marks of the Mazza: Reverse Harem (Mazza Series Book 1)
By Blake Blessing
4 stars
I have to admit when I first picked up this book I wasn’t quite sure what it was going to be about, I just knew that I was very intrigued by it and fancied reading something a little different. I wasn’t sure if Reverse Harem was something would like as I had never read a book in this trope before. I did actually really enjoy the story and was glad that I took that chance on something different. I thought that the writing was good, the pace and flow of the story perfect and I really liked the characters. It was interesting to read how all the characters interacted with each other and I think the books set up the start of the series really well. There were some good twists in the story and my attention was definitely captured from beginning to end.
I am looking forward to reading more from this author in the future.
Marks of the Mazza, by Blake Blessing, is the first book in the Mazza series. This is a reverse harem story intermixed with a paranormal theme. The author captured my attention with this unique story telling. One woman, four men, danger, suspense/mystery, longing, distress overlap throughout this story. There is not one slow minute in Marks of the Mazza. Blake Blessing did an outstanding job of delivering within the first chapters, igniting character interest and the start of story as the character(s) will embark on more than they anticipated. I am not usually one for harem themed stories, but Blake Blessing did this in a way that it just a small piece of the story and not the main focal point. I felt this was a tastefully done story and am anxiously awaiting the next book of this series.
I really enjoyed this book! I found the beginning a little slow, but it soon picked up and kept me glued to the pages. The storyline is well thought out, with plot twists, a little action, and intrigue. Though this is an RH the storyline is more the bonds between the characters, than sex, which i found refreshing!
Marks of the Mazza: Reverse Harem (Mazza Series Book 1) by Blake Blessing
5 Stars
Ok so this is my first book by this author as well as my first reverse harem. I’ll admit I was a bit worried before I started but the synopsis had me interested enough to give it a shot. I was pleasantly surprised that it was nothing like I thought it was going to be. Now it might have something to do with this author and her style of writing. I enjoyed every page and I especially loved the strength and sassiness our lead character showed, and I fell in love with every one of “her” guys, one of them took me a bit, I had a feeling there was a story to tell there and I was right and he grew on me quickly.
I can not wait for the next in this series, it didn’t end on a holy crap throw your kindle and call the author names kind of cliffhanger, but it did end leaving me with a lot of questions and wanting a lot more.
If you have never read a book in this genre I highly recommend giving this one a try. I loved it and the smooth writing style made it a very easy read.
First in series and first read by this author.
Living a pretty non descriptive life, Isolde, lacks direction..struggling woth two jobs and no family…she wants and craves purpose. After accidently getting into 3 strangers car she is absolutely shocked when they return the next day…and kidnap her!!! Because she is a mazza.. a fae being a fennin…who only appears in times of great crisis..using the powers of her bonded mates to protect. But others want the mazza and until she decides her mates she is at risk.
WOOOO HOOO I love me some reverse harem… I love reverse Harem that features heroines that are older than 17/18…that aren’t sex kitten/Virgins ( nothing personal to the virgins in the world! ) and who don’t kill me with the ultra ultra slow death that is an EXTENDED slow burn..that seem to be all the hype of everyone’s current genre craze!
This book is fastpaced, funny and feisty and fuelled by the Lust Legion! With an original twist featuring the fae who are able to cross back and forth into this realm.
Aka N, J, E and Sulkface sage… featuring other sexy dudes… R and Yunez ( sue me I love an older man ) making up the potential mates and ‘blood’ brothers the guys whisk her away from her dull boring life and give her a whole lotta purpose and direction.
For a first release by a new author this is a bloody outstanding read and I cannot wait for more!
I’m loving the direction that this book is heading and cannot wait to see how the original story develops and grows.
Marks Of The Mazza: Reverse Harem by Blake Blessing is the first book in the Mazza Series. A strong story and a great take on a reverse Harem.
Isolde couldn’t be any more normal if she tried. A regular person just trying to get through each day. That is until she finds herself thrown into a world she never knew existed.
Identified as the Mazza she is very rare and highly coveted, by both sides of a burgeoning war.
And as if that wasn’t crazy enough she has four utterly gorgeous men, all of whom she is expected to mate with. Rather than fighting what she is told, Isolde does the only thing she can; she embraces her new life wholeheartedly.
This was a new author to me so I wasn’t sure what to expect going into this book. I can honestly say that I enjoyed every second of it. The story was interesting and never faltered. It kept pace well and didn’t rely on the shock factor of it being RH. The characters each had their own identities as well. It is very easy in a RH book to find at least one of the characters being overshadowed by the rest. But with this book I felt that they each got a voice and their personalities shone through. I felt this was a strong start to the series and I am excited to see what comes next.
5 Stars
Marks of the Mazza is the first book in the Mazza Series, and incredible debut by Blake Blessing. It is a brilliant fantasy with a paranormal/reverse harem/polyamorous romance. There is also lots of action, adventure, danger, drama, suspense, and mystery. Here’s where I will come clean and admit that I usually avoid harem/reverse harem books as they aren’t really ‘my-cup-of-tea. But having said that, this book is certainly an exception to that rule…. the story has really won me over. It was the beautiful cover and the promise of an epic story that really convinced me to read the book. What I found when I opened the book is an exceptionally well written story that had me engrossed within minutes- so to then find that it’s also the author’s debut novel, just blew me away.
The characters are not just fully realised individuals with their own personalities, but they are also incredibly interesting and endearing as well. I was very quickly and easily invested in them and the outcome of their story. There was a lot going on in the book, but Ms. Blessing choreographed everything into a smooth and captivating read.
Isolde Bardot’s world as she knows it turns upside down from the moment she stumbles into the wrong ’Uber’. She discovers a whole world she never knew existed and that she has an incredible part to play in that ‘world’. The responsibility is somewhat daunting, as is the thought that she now has a Lusty Legion of men to bond with. It’s a confusing and dangerous time for her. For one, it doesn’t feel ‘normal’ to take more than one partner long-term. Then finding out magic is real and there are different realms too, has boggled her mind. But, there are plots afoot that have targeted Issy and her safety in these schemes isn’t guaranteed. So, she’s left questioning it all and feeling the weight of responsibility thrust upon her.
I LOVED this book- from the gorgeous cover to the wonderfully exciting story and the fantastic characters- all showcasing the dynamic writing and incredible imagination of Ms. Blessing.
OMG book two can’t come quick enough for my liking! I need it NOW!! I absolutely can’t wait!
Highly Recommended Reading!!!
Kudos! and thank you, Ms. Blessing!
Marks of the Mazza by Blake Blessing is a reverse harem read that, strangely caught my eye, not with the RH but with the actual plot line.
This was my first read by this author, and since I’m not into RH that much anymore, I choose them wisely. I have to say, this was one of my better picks and, it captured me enough to continue with the story.
I have to say, despite me tiny animosity agents RH, I was quickly drawn into this story. The plot, that gets our MC mixed up with all these sexy men, is quite unique, not so much original, cause the lost, whatever, has been done. But I like the take of this lost being coming into their own, and being the linchpin this world story.
As for our MC, she was okay, had a good head on her shoulder, and is just trying to get through life like the rest of us. I like how she wasn’t a whiny, “innocent” virgin like character. She was a woman, knew about life, that men are a thing, and so is sex. Sorry I had to put that in, I’m been reading too many book with the “innocent” MC trope, and this was refreshing. Overall she was a very real character and it work very well with the situation she was tossed into.
As for the guys, as far as RH goes, they weren’t bad. Sure some fell into the normal RH tropes, but for me I felt they all had different voices, styles and I could easily tell them apart when the convo started flowing. I do hope no more are added, I don’t like the big, over like seven men in the RH, cause then things are weird, tend to muddled and cluttered.
Overall this RH is a great read. The writing was easy to follow, it has a good rhythm that kept you reading and kept the tone on track. The detail had a good mix of showing and telling, drawing you into the story and keeping your mind engaged. The plot made sense, and had good backstory and world building. I give this book my high recommendation and my stamp of approval.
Happy Reading
-E.A. Walsh.
Marks of the Mazza: Reverse Harem is a romance story of sorts. I can tell you that I will be reading all of the books in this series. Blake Blessing has really set up the background information to understand what is going on to the in-depth descriptions. When I read a story, not only does the story line need to be intriguing the development of the story needs to be just as intriguing. The story of a woman being the head of the secret race is interesting as it is almost always a man. Mazza appears when she is needed. There is a bond between her and the men who found her. Will the Mazza realize there is something that is hiding in plain sight? Can she really trust anyone? These are some questions to get you going to read Marks of the Mazza: Reverse Harem.
Marks of the Mazza: Reverse Harem (Mazza Series Book 1)
By: Blake Blessing
5 out of 5 stars
The story Marks of the Mazza: Reverse Harem (Mazza Series Book 1) by Blake Blessing is a paranormal romance book. It is a story that quickly grabbed my attention and I found that I didn’t want to put the book down until I had finished the last page. It is a story that does a wonderful job in world building and had me wanting to know more about the secret race that is described. This secret race has one they call the Mazza. This one is an important player in their society and many wish to call the Mazza theirs. Every time the Mazza appears it has signaled great change. The Mazza has been found again. She is strong, compassionate, caring, and brave. She is one to use her gut feelings when trying to make a decision or course of action. There seems to be a connection between the Mazza and the men that have found her. When together the feelings/emotions are strong between them. These men are protective of her and will help her navigate the new world in which she now lives. How close will they all become? The Mazza is learning who all the players in this world are. Who can the Mazza truly trust? Read this book to find out. There are times when I wasn’t sure as to what side some of the characters are on and found myself trying to figure out their motives. This is a wonderfully written story and a great start to a series. I find that I am intrigued as to where the series is headed next and look forward to reading the next story.
This is the first I’ve read by this author. MARKS OF THE MAZZA is book 1 in a new series. This book sets up future stories generally well. The characters are well described and we know everyone’s role in the story.
If you aren’t familiar with “Reverse Harem” it is when one woman is taken care of by multiple men. It is explained that while this isn’t a poly relationship, there won’t be any jealousy because the friends already love each other and want the best for each other.
There is a bit of suspense, humor, sexy times and a decent basis for a story. My ONLY complaint is that if the protagonist is so “woke” I would think she would have some resistance to her new station in life. It was just a little something that bugged me.
I will be reading future installments of this series.
This is my first book by this author and I enjoyed it. This is a paranormal story about a girl trying to do better with her life but fate may have other plans for her. I enjoyed the characters in this book as they made me feel I was part of their world. Isolde is strong and feisty and made a great character. This is a fast paced story that pulled me in from the beginning. It is an easy flowing story that once I started reading it, I had a hard time putting it down. I highly recommend this book