Cursed: An Urban Fantasy

Ann Gimpel

May 2023 · Ann Gimpel Books, LLC

About this eBook

Magic runs strong in me, but power isn’t enough.

I’ve traveled a long road since the Coven kicked me out. It’s only been a matter of weeks, but it may as well be years. I’ve learned a lot, and nothing at all. One thing’s for certain: my life up until now has been a sham.

My wolf, beloved familiar, knew far more than he disclosed. Hard to fault him since he was trying to keep me safe. Mother, the one witch who could have shed light on my origins, is dead.

Try as I might, I couldn’t save her.

Along the way, a Fae took me under his wing, but it’s confusing. Damien says he loves me. I have no idea what I feel beyond sorrow and anger. All I want is to torch the Coven guild house, avenge Mother’s death, and locate Hecate, goddess of witches.

Secrets of my origins lie within her. Secrets forged centuries ago. At one time, I was important to her, critical enough to bend rules.

She’s abandoned me too, except she doesn’t get to walk away.

I will find her and demand answers.

Answers to shape the rest of my existence.

Ratings and reviews

Cursed is the second installment in Ann Gimpel's Bound by Shadows trilogy. It picks up right where Scarred left off, and takes us on a rollercoaster ride into a fantasy world that is filled with so many twists and turns your head will spin! The storyline is fast-paced and very well written, filled with magick and mayhem, witches, fae, Greek Gods, adventure, danger, intrigue, subterfuge, politics and romance. While Morgan's singleminded quest to find Hecate may seem admirable, will it ultimately be her downfall? Morgan's innocence despite her years, leads to multiple situations where she, and often Damien, are in grave danger. The characters are well developed and engaging. Morgan and Damien's relationship suffers many ups and downs. Will they survive all of the turmoil? Will the bond animals remain true to both of them? Overall, Cursed is an excellent fantasy adventure in a harsh world dead set against Morgan and Damien's success. It is definitely well worth reading!

Book 2 takes off a the speed of light and continues with twists, turns and turmoil that ultimately ends with heart ache and leaving us holding our breath looking for book 3. Morgan and Damien are full speed ahead. This is a fast paced page turner that plops you into this fantastic urban fantasy world. There is danger and suspense at every turn for all! Morgan, Damien, witches, fae and even the Gods are getting involved. Thank you for the arc! I freely share my thoughts and opinions.

To say that this is one wild ride of a story is an understatement! Danger for Morgan And Damien is real, and there is a lot of it. This is a great adventure with and ending that leaves me ready for the third book. Many different super naturals, and some Gods thrown in. I Loved It!!! No Spoilers! I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

About the author

Ann Gimpel is a USA Today bestselling author. A lifelong aficionado of the unusual, she began writing speculative fiction a few years ago. Since then her short fiction has appeared in many webzines and anthologies. Her longer books run the gamut from urban fantasy to paranormal romance. Once upon a time, she nurtured clients. Now she nurtures dark, gritty fantasy stories that push hard against reality. When she’s not writing, she’s in the backcountry getting down and dirty with her camera. She’s published over 100 books to date, with several more planned for 2023 and beyond. A husband, grown children, grandchildren, and wolf hybrids round out her family.