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Playing with Monsters

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by Amelia Hutchins
Playing with Monsters (Playing with Monsters #1) by Amelia Hutchins
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My coven has remained hidden in the shadows for centuries.

We’ve avoided the ‘real world’ altogether; hiding from monsters and other creatures we share this planet with. We found protection in the Colville National Forest, nestled in a town protected by magical barriers.

Our powers are locked by an ancient curse, one meant to protect us from being found.

Until now.

The past has a way of repeating itself. A new game is beginning. No one is safe.

He’s coming for me.

He’s hunting.

The monster we’ve run from for centuries has found us.

How far will this deadly game go?

How far will I be able to take it, or will he destroy me and everything I care about?

Will the one thing I can’t live without, be the key to destroying and undoing the past?

Or will the past destroy me before I can save the people I love from what I’ve done.

Warning:

About the hero: chances are you may not fall instantly in love with him, that’s because I don’t write men you instantly love; you grow to love them. I don’t believe in instant-love. I write flawed, raw, caveman-like assholes that eventually let you see their redeeming qualities. They are aggressive, assholes, one step above a caveman when we meet them. You may not even like him by the time you finish this book, but I promise you will love him by the end of this series.

About the heroine: There is a chance, that you might think she’s a bit naïve, or weak, but then again who starts out as a badass? Badasses are a product of growth and I am going to put her through hell, and you get to watch her come up swinging every time I knock her on her ass. That’s just how I do things. How she reacts to the set of circumstances she is put through, may not be how you as the reader, or I as the author would react to that same situation. Everyone reacts differently to circumstances and how Magdalena responds to her challenges, is how I see her as a character and as a person.

I don’t write love stories: I write fast paced, knock you on your ass, make you sit on the edge of your seat wondering what happens next books. If you’re looking for cookie cutter romance, this isn’t for you. If you can’t handle the ride, un-buckle your seatbelt and get out of the roller-coaster car now. If not, you’ve been warned. If nothing outlined above bothers you, carry on and enjoy the ride!

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Release date: 2016

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Amelia Hutchins

Amelia Hutchins

Amelia Hutchins doesn’t just write fantasy—she builds dark, intoxicating worlds where passion and danger intertwine, pulling readers into realms that refuse to let go. Known for her fearless storytelling and unapologetically fierce heroines, she has carved a place in the fantasy romance genre, where the lines between love and power blur in the most tantalizing ways.

Long before her books became must-reads for fans of steamy, high-stakes fantasy, Hutchins was an avid reader who devoured anything that transported her beyond the ordinary. That love for escapism evolved into an obsession with crafting stories where magic isn’t just a tool—it’s a force of nature, wild and untamed, much like the characters who wield it. With each novel, she strips away convention, delivering heroines who fight just as hard as they love, and alpha males who are as dangerous as they are irresistible.

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Hutchins’ work is a masterclass in tension—both the kind that ignites worlds and the kind that sets hearts on fire. Her bestselling Fae Chronicles series introduced readers to a seductive, ruthless world of supernatural politics and undeniable chemistry, earning a dedicated following. She has since expanded her universe with interconnected series that deepen the lore, the stakes, and the heat, proving that fantasy can be as dark as it is alluring. Her Legacy of the Nine Realms series takes this even further, weaving a sweeping saga of war, betrayal, and destiny across a richly imagined mythos. With fierce warriors, ancient prophecies, and a battle for ultimate power, the series has captivated readers looking for an epic blend of romance and high fantasy.

When she isn’t lost in the labyrinth of her own imagination, Hutchins enjoys the chaos of real life with her family, often finding inspiration in the unpredictable nature of everyday moments. She believes the best stories are the ones that make you feel—whether it’s exhilaration, heartbreak, or the kind of longing that lingers long after the last page.

For those who crave stories where desire and danger are inseparable, Amelia Hutchins delivers, every single time.

Playing with Monsters

Playing with Monsters consists of four books and considered as a complete series. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

Main series The Fae Chronicles

Playing with Monsters (Playing with Monsters #1)
★ 10.00 (1)
Sleeping with Monsters (Playing with Monsters #2)
★ 10.00 (1)
Becoming His Monster (Playing with Monsters #3)
★ 10.00 (1)
Revealing the Monster (Playing with Monsters #4)
★ 10.00 (1)

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