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cmisich's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
kristisam's review
4.0
A unique enemies to lovers paranormal tale. Little Mate is the prequel to Little Lies and gives us a peek into where Theo and Gabby’s extraordinary love story began. It will draw you in and leave you wanting more.
merrycain's review
4.5
This is a prequel to book 1 and I’m not a huge mystery fan so I opted to read this first. It was so good!
carissalittle's review
dark
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
1.0
storiedconversation's review
5.0
First let me say that Little Mate is the prequel to Little Lies! I haven't read it yet so for me it was like starting at the beginning. I read this while I spent the weekend in the hospital and I will say this was a quick read. It would have really helped to have read the other book first so please understand my review is without having much knowledge of the characters.
That being said, this was how Gabriella and Theodore's story began. It gives the story of her parents being killed and her being on the run while he searches for her. I now am going to read Little Lies and will say this kept me entertained when I really wanted to just be home. Anything that can do that while being hooked up to machines equals quality, well written work by the author.
I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. This review was originally posted on Wickedly Romance
khaleesimod93's review
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
5.0
I wasn't sure whether reading this would add anything after book 1, but I'm so glad I did read it! It actually added so much to Theo and Gabbys story. This details so much on how they met and how they became everything to each other. This book also shows how feisty and amazing Gabby is. I loved her in book 1, but I love her more now because of getting to know her in this one and then knowing her in the first book. Theo changed so much from this prequel to book 1. I love seeing the change that Gabby helped come about. The story of Veltross and the betrayal was only casually mentioned, but in this one, it went into detail. I got so much more out of this one. Though, I don't think I would have enjoyed it if I would have started reading this one first. Even though it's a prequel, it definitely needs to be read after book 1.
kfriend's review
4.0
Elena M. Reyes has created such an interesting and clever PNR world of vampires, fae, witches, and shifters- a world full of power hungry men, paranormal politics, and epic love. Little Mate follows the captivating Little Lies, though it is actually prequel, a story that begins before the pages of Little Mate to give us the backstory of Gabriella and Theodore- the origin of their love and all that unfolded in the past that led to all that transpired in Little Lies.
And Theo and Gabby’s story was mesmerizing- a tale of fated love and heart breaking loss, mired in years old revenge. Theodore is everything I needed him to be- a dark, enigmatic, and dominant hero whose heart only beats for his mate. If you adore a hero that shows softness only for his love- he’s for you. He’s got an unwavering and consuming devotion for his mate Gabriella. And he will burn the world down for her. Dark and swoony- just how I like them. And I loved seeing the different facets of Gabriella as we see their story upclose. And when these two finally find their way to each other- love at first sight. Intense, epic love. And a enthralling chemistry that has me turning the pages.
This series is a great foray into a dark, paranormal world with its own unique flair- and the fated mates devotion and super sexy chemistry makes it quite delicious. A great prequel, though best enjoyed after Little Lies to not change the experience of the mystery in that story.
However, this was also what made the first book so interesting because the entire plot was a bit of a mystery and we are given part of the puzzle to unravel. Fans of Elena M. Reyes won't be disappointed in her paranormal twist in the dark romance genre and those who love the fated mates trope will also enjoy this book.
And Theo and Gabby’s story was mesmerizing- a tale of fated love and heart breaking loss, mired in years old revenge. Theodore is everything I needed him to be- a dark, enigmatic, and dominant hero whose heart only beats for his mate. If you adore a hero that shows softness only for his love- he’s for you. He’s got an unwavering and consuming devotion for his mate Gabriella. And he will burn the world down for her. Dark and swoony- just how I like them. And I loved seeing the different facets of Gabriella as we see their story upclose. And when these two finally find their way to each other- love at first sight. Intense, epic love. And a enthralling chemistry that has me turning the pages.
This series is a great foray into a dark, paranormal world with its own unique flair- and the fated mates devotion and super sexy chemistry makes it quite delicious. A great prequel, though best enjoyed after Little Lies to not change the experience of the mystery in that story.
However, this was also what made the first book so interesting because the entire plot was a bit of a mystery and we are given part of the puzzle to unravel. Fans of Elena M. Reyes won't be disappointed in her paranormal twist in the dark romance genre and those who love the fated mates trope will also enjoy this book.
mcallan0627's review
adventurous
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
bryckk's review
5.0
Theodore & Gabriella: This Couple Couldn't Be More Perfect for Each Other. Supernatural GOALS! -5 Stars
This is book two in the brilliant series by Elena M. Reyes. This book is a little weird but by the end of it, it all made perfect sense. While the first book was about Theordore and Gabriella rediscovering each other and her "awakening", book two was the prequel to their romance. It shows us their courtship and how both Gabriella and her twin sister, Isabella and how they came to be with their fated mates, Vampire Theordore and Alpha shifter Xadiel.
Just when I didn't think that I could love this couple any more than I already do, witnessing their courtship was even better. Theordore and Gabriella's temperament matched so well. While Gabriella was less bloodthirsty than Theodore, she shared his propensity for violence. Whereas Theordore didn't give a damn who he killed, as long as it pleased Gabriella, she was more subdued and willing to give peace a chance. Even to those who didn't deserve it. I just loved them.
A very satisfying Happily Ever After was afforded to these two and I was over the moon about it. I love this series and cannot wait to read the rest of the characters receive their HEAs. Especially, Tero and Meera! Awesome work, Ms. Reyes! I cannot say enough good things about this series!
Happy reading!
This is book two in the brilliant series by Elena M. Reyes. This book is a little weird but by the end of it, it all made perfect sense. While the first book was about Theordore and Gabriella rediscovering each other and her "awakening", book two was the prequel to their romance. It shows us their courtship and how both Gabriella and her twin sister, Isabella and how they came to be with their fated mates, Vampire Theordore and Alpha shifter Xadiel.
Just when I didn't think that I could love this couple any more than I already do, witnessing their courtship was even better. Theordore and Gabriella's temperament matched so well. While Gabriella was less bloodthirsty than Theodore, she shared his propensity for violence. Whereas Theordore didn't give a damn who he killed, as long as it pleased Gabriella, she was more subdued and willing to give peace a chance. Even to those who didn't deserve it. I just loved them.
A very satisfying Happily Ever After was afforded to these two and I was over the moon about it. I love this series and cannot wait to read the rest of the characters receive their HEAs. Especially, Tero and Meera! Awesome work, Ms. Reyes! I cannot say enough good things about this series!
Happy reading!
kursed_reads's review
4.0
Little Mate is a Little Lies prequel. The story is a dark paranormal romance set in a world of vampires, fae, warlocks, and shifters.
Gabriella, a powerful sorceress has been promised to King Theodore Astor, a vampire, by her father in exchange for her unfettered protection. For reasons not immediately revealed, Gabby is unaware of this fate.
Despite the arrangement, not all members of Theo’s vampire coven are on board with the betrothal. One general in particular sees the mating as a slap in the face to vampires, and held out hope his daughter would become queen. Little Mate is the story of Theo and Gabby's relationship and how they merge their people moving forward.
Little Mate has good world building. Although, full disclosure, I did not start with the first release, Little Lies. Knowing it was the prequel, the latter felt safe enough. However, I’m wondering if there were details I missed by doing this. I was a bit overwhelmed and confused in the first few chapters as well as in the epilogues. I had to read several sections more than once trying to understand who the characters were and how they fit in. Likewise, I had difficulty filling in the blanks between the end of the book proper and the epilogues. All that said, I enjoyed the book and characters and will continue the series to see how everything plays out. I'm particularly anxious to read Gabby's sister, Isabella's story, and learn more about the secrets she's been keeping.
⚠️ Safety Squad: Violence
Gabriella, a powerful sorceress has been promised to King Theodore Astor, a vampire, by her father in exchange for her unfettered protection. For reasons not immediately revealed, Gabby is unaware of this fate.
Despite the arrangement, not all members of Theo’s vampire coven are on board with the betrothal. One general in particular sees the mating as a slap in the face to vampires, and held out hope his daughter would become queen. Little Mate is the story of Theo and Gabby's relationship and how they merge their people moving forward.
Little Mate has good world building. Although, full disclosure, I did not start with the first release, Little Lies. Knowing it was the prequel, the latter felt safe enough. However, I’m wondering if there were details I missed by doing this. I was a bit overwhelmed and confused in the first few chapters as well as in the epilogues. I had to read several sections more than once trying to understand who the characters were and how they fit in. Likewise, I had difficulty filling in the blanks between the end of the book proper and the epilogues. All that said, I enjoyed the book and characters and will continue the series to see how everything plays out. I'm particularly anxious to read Gabby's sister, Isabella's story, and learn more about the secrets she's been keeping.
⚠️ Safety Squad: Violence