Vicious Bonds

The Tether Series, Book 1

By: Shanora Williams

Narrated by: Shane East, Aure Nash

From New York Times and USA Today best-selling author Shanora Williams comes a dark romantic fantasy series of violence, chaos, angst, and a powerful love that can't be denied....

Willow

I was never meant to live an ordinary life, and when I’m dropped from the sky into a haunting forest, facing the barrel of an unknown man’s gun, I believe it to be true.

Ruler of Blackwater, Caz Harlow, is the man behind the gun. He’s broody, calculating, commanding and, surprisingly, I can hear every thought that runs through his mind. Because I can, he wants me out of his world and sent back to where I came from, so he makes it his mission to find a way.

It seems like a simple task, until I realize his world is unlike mine—that his is filled with violence, chaos, destruction, and gifted people who can kill you with one look. In his universe, it’s hard for a regular human like me to survive, but with Caz at my side, the possibility is higher. And the more time we spend together, the harder it is for me to ignore the connection that makes me feel alive.

He says we’re not meant to be, so why does everything about him set my soul on fire?

Caz

I have too many enemies to count, and when this Willow woman drops into my forest, that’s exactly what I think she is: an enemy.

But then she makes a remark without even opening her mouth, and I realize I can hear her thoughts, and she can hear mine.

As Monarch of Blackwater, I can’t allow her to stay. By doing so, I risk losing everything I’ve worked so hard to build, so I make it my mission to find her a way back home.

But as this mission rolls on, I realize my bond with Willow goes much deeper than I ever could have imagined. And the more I reject her, the more pain I feel entering my body. However, when I lower my guard, the pain disappears and I crave her touch.

This relentless, undeniable bond is becoming impossible to ignore, but I can’t give into it. For if she stays, death will come for us, and it’s up to me to choose our fate.

Do I risk staying with her and putting her life at constant risk, or do I sacrifice the one thing that brings me happiness and let her go?

Vicious Bonds is book one of the ongoing Tether Series. It’s a romantic fantasy with violent acts, possibly triggering events, and ends with a cliffhanger. Please listen at your own discretion.

©2023 Shanora Williams (P)2023 Shanora Williams

We need a movie!

This book was amazing! Don’t make us wait, we need book 2! The story felt so real and the narrators need Oscars!

Narrators 10/10

I enjoyed this book very much. I will read the next one, too. The narrators were incredible!

Shanora can write anything!!!

Holy smokes this world was captivating. I loved this story and the world created by Williams. And to boot, the narrators' beautiful job!!

Great story and amazing narrators

Great book can’t wait for the next one.The narrators did a phenomenal job bringing the book to life!

A book to keep you hooked

Thoroughly enjoyed this. The beginning was a little on the slower side but keep reading. It picks up & doesnt stop until the end. I immediately need more of cas.
Dont get me started on this audio either. I have been doing immersive reading & this audio had me squealing and cheesing.

AWESOME!!!

Shanora Williams….YOU DID THAT!! I am about to get book 2 and I can hardly wait to hear what’s next!

Loved every moment!

This book was everything! And the narration...superb!! Can't wait till the next installment! Great job!

Narration

This may not exactly be my cup of tea but man the female narrator is awesome!! Not sure yet if I’ll buy the next books right away but I enjoyed the book overall.

Loved it! This narration is top tier

This book was a great switch up from my usual dark romance books. I really like the build up of the story. It hooked me in from the beginning. Minimal spice scenes but oo so detailed lol. I’m already off to read the second one.

Captivating story line

This books was amazing, so good to have representation in fantasy books where black women aren’t just the silly best friend