She doesn’t remember her past. She barely has a future. She has today, and that is all a predator like her needs. Being part of the protective force of the supernatural world was a task Myst grudgingly accepted. It is better than having to deal with the ghosts from her past that have been haunting her dreams. With shadows lurking at the back of her mind, she embraces the kill or be killed … dreams. With shadows lurking at the back of her mind, she embraces the kill or be killed attitude with gusto.
When the two worlds threaten to collide, she realizes she’s up to her neck in trouble with no escape in sight. Tricked and manipulated, she finds herself in the eye of the storm.
Having no memory of her past does not mean her old life won’t catch up with her.
As for the shadows that were lurking on the edges of her mind…
They are alive.
They are coming.
What they fail to realize is this – Myst has no intention of being an easy prey.
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Secret Origins (The Courtless Fae Series Book 1) by Maya Daniels is a amazing story that I have had the privilege to read and review. This is book number one in this amazing start to a brand new series written by a brand new author for me to read and I just could not put it down. Now I can not wait to read the rest of this series. I highly recommend this story to everyone.
I read a complimentary Advanced Reader Copy of this book & am voluntarily leaving an honest and unbiased review.
Secret Origins is the first book in The Courtless Fae series and runs along the same timeline as Ignited, the sixth and final book in the Daywalker series. Personally, I would recommend you read that series first as it will give you a better idea about the different characters and what makes them tick. You will also see Myst with Frankie which is always worth a read.
You learn more about Myst from the start of this book. She has a persona she puts forward for everyone, and even falls for it herself at times. She pushes people away, not wanting to care for anyone. Unfortunately for her, some people sneak past her walls. From the other books, it is obvious that Myst and Fenrir have a history together but now we learn just what that history was. No wonder Myst pushed him away. Fenrir has a lot to do to make up to Myst and to get her to trust him again.
As with all of Maya Daniels’ books, it is full of snarky humour and action. There are new characters to meet as we learn about Myst’s past that I can’t wait to meet again. A brilliant start to a new series and definitely recommended by me.
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book, and the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
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Secret Origins by Maya Daniels is the first book in her new spin-off series about Myst. Myst is a skilled fighter, but she has no idea who she is or her past. Her memories have been blocked. Myst has a bite to match her bite and she’s not scared to bare her teeth when needed…or just for kicks. She’s a feisty character, she’s about to find herself up against a foe that she doesn’t see coming. Her past…while locked away inside her mind is about to go barely in and the time has come for her to unlock what has been locked away so that she can survive to see another day.
Secret Origins tells Myst’s story that began in the Daywalker Academy series. While this book is written as the beginning of a new series I recommend you read the Daywalker Academy series first so that the groundwork is set for the characters and you are better able to understand their connections and relationships and how things come to be for each of them. If you’re not familiar with that series then it will be a bit confusing to understand exactly what is going on in certain scenes.
I had mixed feelings about Myst as the main character in this series. The prologue piqued my interest but left me a bit confused as well since it doesn’t really set the stage in the way that I was expecting. The author writes Myst almost as a feral type of character who holds little fear of danger. She’s an interesting character, but then I find her immature in certain moments. There are some humorous moments in this book for sure though. I had to snicker at the name she gives her hound. Add in the scene with the little shifter pup and I had to choke back a howl of laughter.
You get the sense that there is a bit of a love-hate relationship going on between Myst and Fenrir. The author gives readers not only some backstory, later on in the book, but an explanation for a certain character’s actions in the first place. I’m a stickler and a sucker for a good backstory into a character’s background/past and the author gives me that and a bit more. I have to say…I really like the creepy girl and look forward to more of her. You can bet there will be more as she has her own agenda as well.
I am rating this book 4 out of 5 stars. The storyline is good, but for readers who haven’t read the connecting series, there will be quite a few questions about the relationships and how things are connected in the first place. I’d have preferred it if the prologue had set the stage more than it does. As is I am looking forward to the next book in this series.
This spinoff by Maya Daniels from her other series is off the wall good. It is a page-turner and of course, gives us another strong female lead in Myst. I loved the action and momentum of the book that made you never want to put it down. A great start to a new book series. I’m looking forward to book 2.
This series runs alongside Daywalker Academy with many of the main characters at least mentioned, which I loved.
Myst is her usual sexy, confident, and snarky self ~ but she’s starting to feel under pressure, that she might be in danger from a hidden enemy and needs to get a step ahead so she can either squash their plans to a pulp, or go down fighting!
Fenrir is trying to help her, along side a couple new additions to the original group ~ and of course her own hell hound
Unlocking her past might be the only way she can have a future!
So excited for Myst to have her own series!!
I like the spin-off series better than the original series. Myst is such an interesting and mysterious character. Can not wait to learn more about her.
Get ready for another exciting new adventure from Maya Daniels~ The newest heroine, Myst is someone new and not new. Myst and Fenrir are on a new journey together. You met both of them in the Daywalkers saga. This heroine will be your new favorite. She is snarkier than any other heroine to date…you will LOVE her. Myst is a fierce fae warrior who has no clue where she came from. Fenrir is someone she has had relations with in the past and is a prince in his own right. They have feelings for one another but are too stubborn to admit it. Myst is being chased by a minotaur who wants to destroy her. Danu is after her…to keep her from discovering who she really is! Once Myst uncovers her past, things are going to get ugly for many! Myst becomes deadlier and she is my new favorite female heroine~ She will have another sidekick named the General and a special mage. The new sage promises to have the author pushing the bar higher for a new story! I am hoping to see Franky and Zoltan at some point~ Maya Daniels never disappoints by bringing us new stories, worlds, and exciting adventures! This is one of the reasons she is recognized as a Best-Selling Author. I received this as an ARC and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Another off the charts series by Author Maya Daniels. This author never disappoints! She always grabs you by the first chapter and your hooked. You can’t put the book down!!
This is the story of Myst and Fenrir. They were both characters in The Spectacular Daywalker Series. Myst is as tough as they come. She is part of a protective force of the Supernatural world. And believe me there is more scary things in the shadows than anyone knows!! She is having ghost from her past haunting her dreams.
Myst had a really tough life. She does not remember her past. And she is one kick ass girl, who can kill you without breaking a sweat!!
When the world’s threaten to collide, Myst realizes she is in major trouble!!
This book is just a thrill ride from the first page until the last page. This author raised the bar so high on this book, it will be hard to beat it! It’s full of snark, attitude, humor and will keep you on the edge of your seat. Not to mention drool worthy lol Oh she knows how to write a sexy scene!!! It is fast paced and full of action. Absolutely a spectacular must read book!! I have heard readers say Maya Daniels is a up and coming star. I agree completely!!! If you love Urban fantasy and paranormal, grab this book now!!! You will not regret it. This author tells stories you will not forget and her characters will stay with you long after you read the book!!