4/5
Striped
A cop, a tiger shifter and a slavery ring make for an interesting read. Lots of heat and smolder along with the intensity of mates. The characters are strong and perfect for each other.
Monsters of New York
As a detective, Adam has seen the seediest, darkest corners of NYC, nothing, however, prepared him for Katya.
One night at the Gin Room, and she manages to steal not only his belongings but also his heart. Unfortunately, the green-eyed beauty isn’t just a thief. She’s a woman enslaved and in deeper trouble than she is willing to admit.
Trapped in a life she didn’t choose, Katya survives by taking from others. Until she meets Adam. Her tiger wants to claim him, but surrendering to the pull could destroy everything she’s fought for. Including her life.
As passion and secrets collide, giving in could cost them more than they ever bargained for.
MONSTERS OF NEW YORK: SHARED WORLD
Monsters of New York is a sizzling paranormal romance series where passion collides with danger in the heart of the city that never sleeps. Each book introduces a new, irresistible shifter—each with its own dark secrets and primal desires. From wolves and bears to elusive creatures lurking in the shadows, these powerful beings navigate love, loyalty, and mystery in a world filled with human and supernatural monsters.
Set against the backdrop of New York's vibrant streets and hidden corners, every romance is an unforgettable journey where forbidden love and heated encounters could be the death of them—or the one thing that saves them. With danger always just around the corner, the shifters must face not only the threats of their own kind but the intense pull of a love that could change everything.
Uncover the secrets, feel the heat, and discover if love can tame the wildest beasts in Monsters of New York.
Excerpt:
How the hell had he ended up here? Tied up in a strange hotel room by himself? Sitting up, he veered and placed his feet on the ground. His head throbbed painfully. He covered his face with his hands. He was too old for this stuff. He couldn’t even remember the last time he’d had a hangover. Maybe the night of his divorce two years ago. He nodded, whimpering pitifully at the rough movement. That had definitely been it. He’d gone out to celebrate being rid of his ex and gotten himself drunk blind. This, though, was new. He couldn’t remember anything. Almost as if he’d been drugged. He frowned.
Slowly, he got on his feet. He’d piece everything together eventually, but for now, he had to take things one step at a time. Get dressed. Get out of here. Go home.
He tumbled toward his clothes and slipped on his jeans. He reached into his pocket. His wallet was still there. He pulled it out, a sick feeling settling in the pit of his stomach. It was empty. All his cash and credit cards were gone. The only thing that remained was his driver’s license and a note written in sloppy handwriting:
Thanks for the night. Sorry to leave you in a bind. Kisses, Katya.
“Katya.” The memory assaulted him. “Katya,” he rolled the name in his mouth, tasting each syllable just as he’d tasted her lips.
He remembered her. Around 5’6”, fit, with bright green eyes and shoulder-length dirty blonde hair. She was so young she still had that baby fat on her cheeks, but alternately her eyes were not doe-like and innocent, instead she had the gaze of a predator and a woman who had seen Hell and returned. Adam tucked his wallet back in his pants. He pulled on his t-shirt. He hoped she at least had the decency to pay for the hotel room. He glanced around for his phone. It was also gone. Cursing, he turned around in a full circle in the small room. Spotting the bathroom, he headed in that direction.
Katya.
She hadn’t been his date for the night, she’d appeared out of the blue.
He’d been stood up by his Tinder date without so much as an explanation. He shook his head. To think that at almost fifty, people were still playing games astounded him. Annoyed, he’d decided to make the most of the evening and had ordered a drink. The pretty minx with penetrating green eyes had brought it to him. He recalled asking her if she was a server, since she hadn’t been wearing the characteristic black apron. Her face had lit up into a seductive smile as she sat next to him.
“You noticed?” she asked. She set his drink down and that’s when he noticed she was carrying another one. “I asked the server if I could bring it over. I was trying to find an opening to speak to you.” She blushed, although there hadn’t been a trace of embarrassment in her features, just well-trained flirtation.
He’d raised an eyebrow at her.
“You’re telling me you wanted to come speak to me, although you’re clearly, what, twenty-one or twenty-two and I’m forty-seven?”
She laughed. He recalled the sound. It was melodious with a tiny hint of innocence behind it.
“Older men are a lot more interesting than twenty-somethings. You’ve got your head screwed on right.”
“And a wallet to pay for your drinks, am I right?” He’d nodded at her cocktail.
She’d pressed her hand to her chest, feigning offense. “I’ve paid for my own drink and yours.”
Impressed, he raised his glass. “Let’s toast to that.”
They cheered and he took a hefty gulp of his whiskey-soda.
“What’s your name?” he asked.
“Katya.”
They began chatting. For some reason, he couldn’t remember the topic, just her face. The way it moved when she spoke. Full of life, emotion. He paid for the second round of drinks. She’d gone to get them. She’d sat even closer—so close, he could smell her perfume. Something flowery, sweet but not sickly. Next thing he knew, her lips were on his. He didn’t think to refuse.
After that, darkness.
Adam ran his fingers through his hair. His phone was definitely gone along with his dignity. Whoever heard of a police detective being duped, drugged, and robbed? He was going to be the laughingstock of the station. Sighing, he washed his face and rinsed his mouth before heading out the door. He almost crashed into the housekeeper that had helped him earlier.
“I’m sorry,” he murmured. “I can’t tip you. My wallet is gone.”
She smirked and nodded, as if she already knew that was going to be the result.
“Don’t worry about it,” she said, skirting past him and into the room to continue her work.
Adam shook his head.
Katya.
She might have tricked him last night, but she didn’t know who she had toyed with.
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Product Reviews
5/5
Dark steamy shifter erotic romance
'As passion and secrets collide, giving in could cost them more than they ever bargained for.' The characters were very complex and complicated and perfectly steamy together. Plot was intriguing and intense and exciting and well paced. World building was excellent and impressive. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend. Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!
4/5
Striped Fire!
This story is part of the intriguing "Monsters of New York"; a multi-author paranormal shifter collaboration. The story is a little different from other stories in the collection but just as intriguing. It is fairly short, quick, fast paced and stands alone. The story is about Adam and Katya, a predator and tiger shifter. Overall, it is a good story with some mystery. The story starts in a bit of awkward and compromising way. The story has a touch of danger, suspense, action, mystery, passion, steam, trouble and a bit more. This is a captivating read that sucks you in from the very beginning until the ending. I hope her sister gets a story.
4/5
Striped
This is a short story. Not your usually Gin Room story. This is Adam and Katya’s story. Adam ends up tied up in a hotel room with everything missing. Katya is trapped and steals from men to pay a debt. What will happen when Adam comes looking for her? What will happen with the passion that hits them both?
4/5
enjoyed
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I liked the fact that she was the shifter. it's usually the man that's a shifter with a human mate. This is totally different. The chemistry between the two of them is off the charts. will most definitely reread this book.
4/5
Unusual premise....
Katya and Adam’s story was certainly different. Trafficking, attempted unaliving, bombing, stalking, and numerous other factors…. It moves along fast, but doesn’t feel rushed. Both characters are protective, so it definitely made for an interesting read,
4/5
When Fate Swipes Right
Striped Fire is the nineteenth installment in the Monsters of New York series, and it delivers exactly the kind of supernatural romance and drama that keeps fans coming back for more. One of the things I love most about this series is how it explores the chaos, sometimes humor, and intensity that come with fated mates, especially when those mates come from completely different worlds. In this story, the pairing couldn’t be more intriguing. Katya is a tiger shifter in hiding, while Adam is very human, and a police detective at that. Their meet-cute? Tinder. Yes, Tinder. That alone had me smiling, because the idea of a shifter finding their destined mate through a dating app like Tinder is just too good. Of course, what starts as a seemingly normal online connection quickly becomes far more complicated. I wish the author had played on the Tinder connection a bit more, especially since Tinder is renowned for being more than “just a dating app.” Adam’s instincts as a detective kick in when he quickly discovers Katya is hiding something. The deeper he digs, the clearer it becomes that Katya is far from ordinary, and that she’s dealing with more danger and challenges than anyone should have to face alone. What follows is a compelling mix of romance, suspense, and emotional stakes as Adam realizes that helping Katya isn’t just about solving a mystery; it’s about standing beside the woman who may very well be his destiny. Katya is a fantastic character: strong, intriguing, and layered in ways that make you want to see her win. Adam balances her perfectly with his determination, loyalty, and willingness to step into a world he never expected to encounter. Watching these two navigate the truth about who Katya is and what that means for both of them makes their connection even more satisfying. And of course, fans of the series will be happy to see The Gin Room once again playing its familiar role as the heart of the supernatural community in New York. It’s always fun returning to that setting and feeling like you’re stepping back into a world you already love. Overall, Striped Fire is a quick, entertaining read packed with fated-mate tension, supernatural intrigue, action, and a romance that feels earned. It’s another enjoyable chapter in the Monsters of New York universe and a satisfying happily-ever-after for two characters who absolutely deserve it.
4/5
Striped Fire
This book was a super entertaining read! I loved how Katya (the shifter) and Adam (just a regular human) made such a great team – their pairing was super cool. Their different personalities really made the story fun, with some awesome twists and sweet moments. The author did a great job mixing things up in the paranormal romance genre, keeping it fresh!
5/5
Adam and Katya
The nineteenth book in the Monsters of New York series and found it to be another captivating, suspenseful installment. The story of Adam and Katya was compelling, particularly the tension between Adam’s role as a detective and Katya’s struggle as an enslaved shifter. Their connection at the Gin Room and the conflict between Katya's tiger and her survival made for a gripping read.
5/5
Kissed as if it were their first and last...
When Adam, a police detective, wakes up to housekeeping knocking on his hotel door, he's alarmed. He's restrained to the headboard, only wearing boxers. Once he's released and getting dressed, he finds his wallet has been emptied of cash and credit cards, but there's a note thanking him from Katya... Katya is a petite blonde that he met when he was stood up by a Tinder date. But when he finally tracks down Katya, he sees that there is definitely more to her. She is in need of help and also someone to be by her side. Katya is in a bad situation. But her tiger keeps repeating something when thoughts of Adam come up as well as when he's near- MATE! I really enjoyed this addition to the series and look forward to reading more from this author (who is new to me).
5/5
Katya and Adam
This was an entertaining read that shook things up by making our gal, Katya, the shifter, and Adam, the 'regular' human. He's also a cop ;) She's being forced to steal to pay off her sister's contract after she was trafficked. Sadly, Katya, a tiger shifter, has been stealing for the organization for years, with no end in sight for getting her sister free. After crossing paths with Adam and stealing from him, she couldn't have predicted her life would change the way it did. Adam fell hard and fast for her but he knows there's something up with her... I really enjoyed following him as he unravelled the mystery of her circumstances and coming up with a daring plan to try and free her. Expect to get caught up in the action, drama, danger, emotions, and hot chemistry in this fated mates romance. Good fun!
5/5
MEANING OF 'I GOT YOU"
Ok this one i didn't know was paranormal and i was also never read of tiger shifters so i kind of be slow to get on it. but after get over those two things, this book was on another level. ML was one of the kind, he promise to has her back and throughout the book he did just that without a fail. I like that Female Lead was not taking all that for granted , she was good person and mature just that she was in a very bad predication, and even all of her choices was very much justifiable. this was very good ride.
