Magpie: A Forbidden Desires Spin-Off Story

By: Piper Scott, Virginia Kelly

Narrated by: Michael Ferraiuolo

Reynard Drake, solitary cybersecurity expert and curator of the Drake family fortune, would rather be chucked in the midden than forced to bed an omega, but as the selected Amethyst candidate for the mating experiment, he has no other choice. Resigned to his unhappy fate, he takes solace in the fact that one thing will never change -his virtual rival, Magpie, will always be there to keep him on his toes, even if he has been strangely absent from the internet lately...

Diamond Disgrace Misha Vasiliev has a secret. By day he learns what it takes to warm a dragon’s bed, but at night he’s Magpie, renowned hacker and dark web service provider who steals from dragons in his spare time. His favorite target? Reynard Drake, whom he's only ever seen in pictures, but whom Misha wants more than anyone else.

And now, with a faceless threat closing in on his cloister, quite possibly the only one capable of saving his life.

Magpie is a steamy omegaverse mpreg-ish romance set during the events of the Forbidden Desires series. It contains pretty things hidden where the sun don’t shine; a scandalous screenshot or two; plenty of laughs; its fair share of tense moments; and, of course, “Beagle!” For maximum enjoyment, Magpie is best listened as a companion piece to the Forbidden Desires series.

©2020 Piper Scott; Virginia Kelly (P)2020 Piper Scott; Virginia Kelly

Fantastic!!!

This series is just so wonderful! The Forbidden Desires Series, and now the Spin-Off series, just keep building a world I love to immerse myself in! This is Reynard's story, with his Magpie (Misha), and it was fantastic. Their relationship was quite a different dynamic than the typical dragon/omega coupling we are used to seeing but it worked on so many levels. Reynard got everything he needed from the dominant and commanding Misha, but Reynard still stepped up into his powerful dragon when he needed to defend his family. It was written so well.
Oh and how I adore Everard, he will always be my favorite Drake and he was ever present in this story and just so perfect! We actually got a nice bit of all the Drake clan throughout the story and it was done so well, it never overshadowed Reynard and Misha, but rather was woven perfectly into their story. I cannot wait to see what Beltram is up to in the next book!

The narration of this book was stellar as is everything Michael Farriaoulo does. He is spot on with distinct and separate voices for well over 10 characters, he is well paced and perfectly timed, his accent for Misha was perfect. He takes a fabulous book and elevates it into the next level!

Good listen

This is my favorite story so far in the series. I love the characters and the narration just adds that much more appeal to them. I enjoy the emotions that are expressed and the commanding tone from Misha when he loves on Reynard.

My only negative is that the voice for Bertram sounds like an imitation of Sean Connery. That is just a personal preference thing.

If you haven't read the book you should do it and know that the audiobook will be a great one to listen to.

an enjoyable story

Magpie is a Forbidden Desires spin-off story. If you enjoy the Forbidden Desires series you won't want to miss this book. This story is about Misha and Reynard. It's fun and spicy with a dominant omega who's a little bossy.
Narrator Michael Ferraiuolo does another amazing job in bringing these characters to life.

Love love loved it!!

I adored everything about this book!! I loved how Misha took control of everything and pretty much brought Reynard back to life. My only issue is the plot lines fell a little short. Misha has this unknown person/group threatening him for most of the book...the resolution was a bit lackluster. Otherwise fantastic audio!

Desperate Times

I really love the suspense that was allowed to build in the beginning of their relationship and how their bond was forged almost in the fire. I think this bonding was what really set up the way the later dramatic moment plays out and the effect that it has on Reynard. And Misha is such a strong and determined man that he doesn't accept things just because they are.
I listened to the audio version which was very well done.

My Magpie with love!

Creative and entertaining journey to bonding and forging a love match.  Loved the narration!!   I enjoyed how the narrator brought these characters to life for me!   He really added so much to the story that this will be a re-listen for sure!  

Two delightful characters find their perfect match in this really well done story for this Drake brother.  The writing was great.  The story-line was original and the pacing kept me listening and enjoying from cover to cover.  I loved seeing previous characters having cameo appearances in this story. 

Misha/Magpie and Reynard bring so much steam, sass, submission and dominance play and such an incredible connection.  I so loved the dialogue, the communication and how beautiful the love between these MC's developed.  

This is book five of the A Forbidden Desires Spin-Off series and can be read as a stand-alone.  However i really love this whole series and recommend these stories!  

Swoon worthy

I have loved every one of the books in this series and this one may be one of my favorites! Reynard and Magpie's story was so worth waiting for! I wish I could stay in their world forever. Wonderful series and this story adds so much to that world. Michael Ferraiuolo can do no wrong as a narrator and he did a lovely job here.

Fantastic

Absolutely loved it. I got the ebook months ago & just tried audible. Love Michael

Fantastic

This is a wonderful audio version of the book. I particularly liked the choice for Bertram's voice.

To Misha With Love

I love this series., Every book has different characters and relationship dynamic, all in the same world where Harry and Ev continue with their experiment pairing dragons with their mates. I really liked how Misha and Reynard met and how their relationship developed. I loved Reynard and all the Drake brothers. Misha eventually grew on me, but he was not my favorite in the beginning of the story. Narrator did a great job. All the voices for every character from this and all the other stories so unique, and perfectly fitting. I can't wait for the next story in Forbidden Desires series.