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The Shadowfae Chronicles #0.5
Hellcursed
Tricked. Cursed. Damned.
It's 1863, and headstrong ex-convent girl Jade has renounced the church that tried to curb her independence. Now, she travels the world seeking adventure and the pleasures of forbidden ritual.
But she's tricked by a treacherous sorcerer, and forced into a darker kind of slavery. She's a succubus, with a powerful demon lord her master for a thousand years.
At least, that's what he thinks. Jade accepts no man's domination, least of all a demon's. She's determined to thwart her fate.
But she's yet to discover the true meaning of demon thrall...
Free prequel to Shadowfae
It's 1863, and headstrong ex-convent girl Jade has renounced the church that tried to curb her independence. Now, she travels the world seeking adventure and the pleasures of forbidden ritual.
But she's tricked by a treacherous sorcerer, and forced into a darker kind of slavery. She's a succubus, with a powerful demon lord her master for a thousand years.
At least, that's what he thinks. Jade accepts no man's domination, least of all a demon's. She's determined to thwart her fate.
But she's yet to discover the true meaning of demon thrall...
Free prequel to Shadowfae
27 pages, ebook
First published December 12, 2012
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About the author
Erica Hayes
39 books274 followersErica Hayes was a law student, an air force officer, an editorial assistant and a musician, before finally landing her dream job: fantasy writer. She writes dark paranormal romance, urban fantasy and romantic science fiction, and her books feature tough, smart heroines and colorful heroes with dark secrets.
She hails from Australia, where she drifts from city to city, leaving a trail of chaos behind her. Currently, she’s terrorizing the wilds of Northern Virginia, USA.
She hails from Australia, where she drifts from city to city, leaving a trail of chaos behind her. Currently, she’s terrorizing the wilds of Northern Virginia, USA.
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July 12, 2015
I don't have a lot to say about this considering it was less than 30 pages but it was enough to get me interested in continuing the series so it did it's job as a free short prequel!
April 13, 2018
Wow... that was... hot... and interesting...
So, yeah, this was a fantasy erotica — which I didn't know when I picked it up. Short and hot, and an interesting prequel to a series — even if I won't be spending money on it, as I don't have any to spend on books ATM.
The language was good, and mostly had a good flow. My only problem was that the author ended up using words sounding rather alike close to each other, which threw me a little.
I also had some trouble with a rather big plot hole, that might be filled out in the actuall books, but kind of weakened the short.
That said, this was just what I needed ATM
So, yeah, this was a fantasy erotica — which I didn't know when I picked it up. Short and hot, and an interesting prequel to a series — even if I won't be spending money on it, as I don't have any to spend on books ATM.
The language was good, and mostly had a good flow. My only problem was that the author ended up using words sounding rather alike close to each other, which threw me a little.
I also had some trouble with a rather big plot hole, that might be filled out in the actuall books, but kind of weakened the short.
That said, this was just what I needed ATM
May 29, 2023
A prequel, 0.5 in The Shadowfae Chronicles dark urban fantasy series revolving around Jade, a stubborn woman who wanted it all. Set in an alternative Constantinople in 1863. In this case, Hayes states this prequel is historical and it is very erotic.
My Take
Poor Jade. It’s being so difficult to resist this demon she’s been traded to. A betrayal that dooms her.
It’s a tale of greed and what can result from it, using first person protagonist point-of-view from Jade’s perspective.
Hayes does go on and on about the erotic “rapture” Jade is experiencing in her new “position” with this new master. Although, it’s not as annoying as I had expected.
This may tip you off that this short story is mostly talk, as Jade experiences such need. A need that grows and grows . . . and grows to a point where she must slake the need, even with her determination to resist Kane.
It’s the initial slaking that tips Jade off to her new “power” and how desperately she’ll need to control it, lest she lose everyone around her.
I wish that Hayes had explored more of Jade’s initial reasons, but it’s possible they will be revealed in Shadowfae .
It’ll be interesting to see what Kane has planned for her.
The Story
Intellectually Jade is desperate to resist Kane; physically she may not be able to.
She will do her damndest . . . and damned she will be.
The Characters
Jade, a succubus with rapture power, is trapped into being a demon thrall.
Kane is a demon lord and Jade’s new master.
Iriyo is a firefairy dancer, trickster, and whore, who performs and works in a liquor den. A man who has lusted after Jade for too long.
Luna is the betraying sorcerer.
The Cover and Title
The cover is dark with its gradient of browns for the background, Jade’s hair, her hair-covering, and her tight-fitting dress. She has embraced the pose of a seductive woman, magenta swirls enveloping her raised arms and forming a loose collar. More magenta forms a hazy-edged background for the title in a white script that spans her hips. Below that is the series info and below that is the author’s name; both are in white.
The title is too true, for Jade is “Hellcursed”.
My Take
Poor Jade. It’s being so difficult to resist this demon she’s been traded to. A betrayal that dooms her.
It’s a tale of greed and what can result from it, using first person protagonist point-of-view from Jade’s perspective.
Hayes does go on and on about the erotic “rapture” Jade is experiencing in her new “position” with this new master. Although, it’s not as annoying as I had expected.
This may tip you off that this short story is mostly talk, as Jade experiences such need. A need that grows and grows . . . and grows to a point where she must slake the need, even with her determination to resist Kane.
It’s the initial slaking that tips Jade off to her new “power” and how desperately she’ll need to control it, lest she lose everyone around her.
I wish that Hayes had explored more of Jade’s initial reasons, but it’s possible they will be revealed in Shadowfae .
It’ll be interesting to see what Kane has planned for her.
The Story
Intellectually Jade is desperate to resist Kane; physically she may not be able to.
She will do her damndest . . . and damned she will be.
The Characters
Jade, a succubus with rapture power, is trapped into being a demon thrall.
Kane is a demon lord and Jade’s new master.
Iriyo is a firefairy dancer, trickster, and whore, who performs and works in a liquor den. A man who has lusted after Jade for too long.
Luna is the betraying sorcerer.
The Cover and Title
The cover is dark with its gradient of browns for the background, Jade’s hair, her hair-covering, and her tight-fitting dress. She has embraced the pose of a seductive woman, magenta swirls enveloping her raised arms and forming a loose collar. More magenta forms a hazy-edged background for the title in a white script that spans her hips. Below that is the series info and below that is the author’s name; both are in white.
The title is too true, for Jade is “Hellcursed”.
July 6, 2011
What an evocative start to the series.
This short is set in historical times and the series in modern, but this doesn't detract at all.
Jade becomes a succubus, a minion of Demon Lord Kane when her lover, Luna a sorcerer, loses her in a bet.
This is Jade's first time as a succubus and it doesn't end happily.
A great set up for the rest of the series of Shadowfae.
This short is set in historical times and the series in modern, but this doesn't detract at all.
Jade becomes a succubus, a minion of Demon Lord Kane when her lover, Luna a sorcerer, loses her in a bet.
This is Jade's first time as a succubus and it doesn't end happily.
A great set up for the rest of the series of Shadowfae.
February 11, 2020
Actually really good...lots of detail on the building of this world, enough to make you want more.
Re-read, so I could start the series. Very short read, but explains a lot about the characters, good reminder.
Re-read, so I could start the series. Very short read, but explains a lot about the characters, good reminder.
April 3, 2011
I would give this 3 1/2 stars
It was good to see how it all started. It was short and it left me wanting more.
It was good to see how it all started. It was short and it left me wanting more.
July 13, 2011
The rest of the series will be thrilling if it keeps up with this short introduction. Definitely worth checking out the 1st book proper in the series :)
December 24, 2011
It was a very short story....so short I feel weird giving it 3 stars but it was nice to know where it all started.Overall, it was a good read.
November 26, 2012
Más de lo mismo.... en serio, esta saga no mejora
August 2, 2013
As a prequel to the series, it makes me want to read the rest of the series.
August 30, 2013
So we meet 3 people in this novella. Kane, indiyo and jade. This collection of words was exactly that. See jade cry. See Kane smirk. See jade fuck. See jade cry. See Kane smirk. The end.
April 4, 2017
How Jade became a succubus and chained. As always great writing from Erica.
July 28, 2016
sometimes words can't be enough... just wow
January 22, 2016
A short read but I was thoroughly entertained. A candy-color, sexy rotten glimpse into her Shadowfae world that leaves you wanting more, and feeling guilty/not-guilty about it. Sign me up!
July 16, 2016
Great
Enticing to read keeps you in the characters world and you feel like you are there. I would share this one with friends.
Enticing to read keeps you in the characters world and you feel like you are there. I would share this one with friends.
February 21, 2011
This was a good short read I did enjoy it
April 21, 2017
This book.. just woah didn't expect any of that. Looking forward to the series!!!
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