Things That Should Stay Buried

By: Casey L. Bond

Narrated by: Amanda Billings

Some destinies are written in the stars. Others must be bought with blood....

The Zodia are real. Clawing their way from a long-forgotten tomb, they emerge, ravenous to claim everyone born under their star signs. Plotting to resurrect kingdoms no human knew existed, they are driven by a hunger for vengeance against the one who buried them: Aries.

Larken is a natural born sprinter, but even she can’t outrun the darkness closing in. A shelter-in-place order has been issued, causing widespread panic. Some brush the alarm off as a drill, until people begin to disappear...vanishing without a trace. Left with only one option, Larken’s brother does what he must to save her life...and calls forth Aries.

Considered a traitor by his own kind, only Aries has the power to stand against the Zodia. But he can’t do it alone. Mystically bonded to Larken, the pair must band together for the fight to come if either hope to make it out alive. Neither anticipated the passion that would ignite between them. Yet, in a world suddenly thrust into chaos, it may be the key to their survival.

The Zodia are out for blood with their attentions inexplicably focused on Larken. When long buried truths finally come to light, will their love be their salvation or their curse?

Things That Should Stay Buried is a mythological fantasy romance retelling of Beauty and the Beast, perfect for fans of Brigid Kemmerer, Rosamund Hodge, Sarah J. Maas, and Romina Russell.

©Infinity Casey L. Bond (P)2021 Casey L. Bond

Critic reviews

"A mesmerizing and haunting twist on a familiar tale you don’t want to miss." (Cameo Renae, USA Today best-selling author of the Hidden Wings Series)

"Casey L. Bond reaches for the stars to bring us Things That Should Stay Buried. The Zodia are beautiful, dangerous and to die for." (New York Times best-selling author Chanda Hahn)

Zodiac Lobe and War

I absolutely loved this book! I read it when it first came out and decided I needed to listen to the audiobook. I’m so glad because the narrator did an amazing job making the story come to life

A BEAUTY AND A BEAST DESTINED I NTHE STARS

A BEAUTIFUL STORY OF A LOVE THAT WAS LITERALLY WRITTEN IN THE STARS!
LARKEN LOST HER BROTHER AS A YOUNG GIRL BUT HE SURVIVED REPLACED WITH A CHANGELING.... AND A FATE THAT KNOW ONE WOULD HAVE BEEN ABLE TO FORTELL..
A BEAST IS AWAKENED AND DUE TO A FAVOR FROM KESTREL, FINDS HIMSELF BOUND TO PROTECT LARKEN, BUT THAT MAY PROVE TO BE HARDER THAN HE WAS EXPECTING, AND LARKEN MAY FIND THAT BENEATH A BEAST LIES THE HEART OF A KING.
NARRATOR WAS AMAZING!
I CANNOT WAIT TO LISTEN TO MORE!

Unique

Wow! Absolutely breathtaking! This book will take you hostage and you won't want to be let go! Aries is all kinds of hot, rocking his hyped up protective vibes and Larken is all shades of fabulous! Watching these two gravitate towards each other pulled upon my heartstrings. I knew that they were meant to be together and there must have been something extra about our girl! Kres was ah-mazing! I loved his devotion and how perfect he just fit! The whole plot was utterly genius and so very unique! This was so well written with characters that I loved. All the drama, the uncertainty, the power of self love and the pains of growing up are all gloriously gifted here with a huge golden bow!

Great Read

Casey L Bond is one of my favorite authors and I have read numerous of her books. Like the others this book was no different, it pulled me in, kept me entertained, and I couldn’t put it down.

This book was a great read and definitely worth the buy!

Twists, Humor, & Pure Adoration

I loved this book. It’s the first book I’ve listened to which is based around the zodiac signs. Such a unique storyline with a twist that I did not see coming. Strong characters. Detailed world building. Great narration.

Amazing Story

This was a cool book. I loved the Zodia story. It was yet another great book by Casey. She does and amazing job hooking her readers and allowing them to slip into her characters story.

great narration

Narrator did a good job!

While there were some things about this story that wasn’t for me, if you enjoy a dark romance and interesting fantasy, then this is a perfect match for you! The narrator also did an excellent job narrating and creating voices for the different characters!

The premise was great...

The premise was great, however, the story fell flat. The conflict was not really there. You knew everything would turn out fine every time something happened. The terrible things that did happen felt far away, even when FL was in the middle of it. I couldn't connect with any of the characters or any part of the story, and the romance felt weird and forced... as if someone was forcing their dolls to kiss. By the end, I was left feeling incredibly let down.