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I have never been more excited to receive an advanced copy than I was when I was chosen to review the Scared Sexy Collection from Amazon Original Stories! I am a sucker (all puns intended) for monster romance, and ooof this hit the spot 😏 I loved this collection a LOT more than the Under the Mistletoe collection. Every single book in this six book collection was FUN and STEAMY! And considering this will be available for free for prime and KU members (both audiobook versions and digital version) I absolutely will recommend right off the bat to run and pick these stories up on September 23rd!
Hot for Slayer by Ali Hazelwood Series: Scared Sexy Collection #1
Published by Amazon Original Stories on September 23, 2025
Genres: Romance, Vampires
Pages: 94
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When a vampire slayer loses all his memories, the only person who can help him is the vampire he’s tried to kill for centuries in this unforgettable short story by #1 New York Times bestselling author Ali Hazelwood.
When Aethelthryth—“Ethel” to her modern-day Manhattan neighbors—finds her sworn nemesis Lazlo Enyedi with no memory of who or what they are, an ancient hunt becomes an unexpected chance at forbidden passion. He’s crashing on her couch, solving her sudoku puzzles, and looking at her like she’s his eternal flame (minus the whole bursting-into-ashes part). As his memories slowly return, Ethel realizes she might be in danger of losing more than just her head…
Ali Hazelwood’s Hot for Slayer is part of Scared Sexy, a deliciously dark collection of Halloween romance where things that go bump in the night might just steal your heart. These seductive stand-alone stories blend chills and heat in the perfect Halloween treat—each designed to be devoured in one sitting.
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Okay, honestly, Hot for Slayer by Ali Hazelwood was a little slow for me to get into, but the second it clicked, boy I was gone! I may have cried, which is insane considering this is only 94 pages. I absolutely am in LOVE with Lazlo and I may have already re-read this twice. Their relationship is cute, Lazlo has my heart, and it was touchingly spicy.
Falling by Christina Lauren Series: Scared Sexy Collection #2
Published by Amazon Original Stories on September 23, 2025
Genres: Angels, Romance
Pages: 56
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One darkly seductive immortal’s powers of persuasion have worked flawlessly for nine centuries—until he meets the one woman who can resist him—in a wickedly hot short story by New York Times bestselling author Christina Lauren.
Cat should be afraid of Brigan—the devastatingly gorgeous stranger at a Halloween party whose very presence makes everyone else fall at his feet. But while his supernatural allure drives others to mindless obsession, Cat somehow keeps her wits…even as she surrenders to temptation. When this cursed being realizes she alone can see his true nature, one night of searing passion could break a centuries-old spell—or doom them both.
Christina Lauren’s Falling is part of Scared Sexy, a deliciously dark collection of Halloween romance where things that go bump in the night might just steal your heart. These seductive stand-alone stories blend chills and heat in the perfect Halloween treat—each designed to be devoured in one sitting.
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Falling by Christina Lauren went by way too fast and I was way too invested in this little world they created. I don’t believe I’ve read Christina Lauren before, but now I’m excited to give them a stronger glance. Brigan was so funny to me because he was just so resigned that he couldn’t even fathom the hope that Cat would be The One. I was so sad that it ended just as it was starting, but obviously, these are all meant to be short morsels. The smut was good and Cat was just too cute.
Spicy Little Curses by J.T. Geissinger Series: Scared Sexy Collection #3
Published by Amazon Original Stories on September 23, 2025
Genres: Romance, Witches
Pages: 90
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A reporter’s disbelief in the supernatural is tested when she uncovers a tattoo artist’s sinister family secrets in an enthralling short story by New York Times bestselling author J.T. Geissinger.
Petra is skeptical when it comes to the French Quarter’s creepy urban legends. Until she meets Dax Rousseau, the proprietor of the House of Ink and Blood. The eldritch markings on his flesh tell more than the tale of a doomed bloodline. They come slitheringly alive. And the nearer Petra gets to the maddeningly sexy Dax, the closer she is to being the next victim of his ancient family curse.
J.T. Geissinger’s Spicy Little Curses is part of Scared Sexy, a deliciously dark collection of Halloween romance where things that go bump in the night might just steal your heart. These seductive stand-alone stories blend chills and heat in the perfect Halloween treat—each designed to be devoured in one sitting.
review
Despite having so many books on my TBR by her, Spicy Little Curses by JT Geissinger became the first story I’ve read by this author. I enjoyed it, it was sexy and adventurous. I loved Dax (what a sex bomb,) and I absolutely related to Petra’s skepticism. That said, I feel like the romance wasn’t as strongly felt as the previous two in this collection. It tasted more like a teaser of more to come. I really hope and want more to come. If this is related to any series or will become a series, I will be so excited!
Space Vampire by Ruby Dixon Series: Scared Sexy Collection #4
Published by Amazon Original Stories on September 23, 2025
Genres: Aliens, Romance, Vampires
Pages: 77
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In a universe full of heartless aliens, an abandoned human and a vampire clone discover an unexpected connection in this delightfully bite-size short story by New York Times bestselling author Ruby Dixon.
Dana, the overlooked human pet of an alien scientist, and Vlad, a genetically engineered vampire with a taste for more than just blood, find themselves unexpectedly alone on a deserted space station. As they plot their escape, they’ll have to navigate cramped quarters, steamy encounters, and the growing realization that they might be each other’s perfect match. But with their captors in hot pursuit, will their budding romance survive the vast emptiness of space?
Ruby Dixon’s Space Vampire is part of Scared Sexy, a deliciously dark collection of Halloween romance where things that go bump in the night might just steal your heart. These seductive stand-alone stories blend chills and heat in the perfect Halloween treat—each designed to be devoured in one sitting.
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Ruby Dixon does not miss! Space Vampire was my absolute favorite of this collection. Absolutely stellar! I loved Dana! She refused to be pessimistic and was doggedly determined to survive, regardless of what she had to do. Vlad is such a murder puppy. Hot, with a tail and vampire fangs and an…. appendage that has become synonymous of what I look forward to in Dixon’s books. Dana and Vlad’s connection was absolutely sweet and sexy. They fit together so well and it’s so hot. It just gave me LIFE!
Beautiful Nightmare by Katee Robert Series: Scared Sexy Collection #5
Published by Amazon Original Stories on September 23, 2025
Genres: Angels, Demons, Romance
Pages: 52
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For one awkward sleep paralysis demon, scaring humans should be simple—except Gemma’s first solo haunting goes hilariously wrong in this tantalizing dream of a short story by New York Times bestselling author Katee Robert.
When Gemma’s supposed to terrify her appointed victim, she ends up captivated instead. Caleb, a romantic who believes in all things supernatural, finds her adorably pink-skinned, horned form more alluring than alarming. But as their steamy night unfolds and unexpected feelings bloom, Gemma must choose between her demonic duties and the human who makes her feel anything but monstrous.
Katee Robert’s Beautiful Nightmare is part of Scared Sexy, a deliciously dark collection of Halloween romance where things that go bump in the night might just steal your heart. These seductive stand-alone stories blend chills and heat in the perfect Halloween treat—each designed to be devoured in one sitting.
review
Just like earlier, Katee Robert is an author I have books sitting on my TBR to read but haven’t had a chance to yet so Beautiful Nightmare is my introductory read. SUPER CUTE! Yes, steamy, but I loved Gemma and Caleb seemed so sweet, just a dreamboat! I do think it was a little predictable, but that’s okay considering this is only 52 pages.
My Boyfriends Are All Monsters by Kimberly Lemming Series: Scared Sexy Collection #6
Published by Amazon Original Stories on September 23, 2025
Genres: Demons, Paranormal, Romance, Vampires
Pages: 52
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Tossing a coin in a mysterious well seems like a harmless way to cope with being ditched on a mountain—until every impossibly hot man in town starts competing for one woman’s attention in this steamy short story by USA Today bestselling author Kimberly Lemming.
Lucy Sawyer’s wish for true love lands her in an enchanted town where the men are supernatural, the chemistry is off the charts, and everyone wants to date her. But they say that things that seem too good to be true usually are, and soon Lucy may need to decide if she’s willing to pay the cost of her happily ever after.
Kimberly Lemming’s My Boyfriends Are All Monsters is part of Scared Sexy, a deliciously dark collection of Halloween romance where things that go bump in the night might just steal your heart. These seductive stand-alone stories blend chills and heat in the perfect Halloween treat—each designed to be devoured in one sitting.
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I think, sadly, My Boyfriends Are All Monsters by Kimberly Lemming might have been my least favorite of the bunch, despite being the one I was most looking forward to! Tentacles? My favorite (even more than even knotting tbh!) Lucy was fun and okay. I loved The One Who Waits so much. I just, I guess, am not a big fan of reverse harem. I didn’t feel the emotional connection and the spice was a lot and felt rushed, as though she was trying to fit in as many monster kinks as she could and it just didn’t hit for me. But if you’re only in it for the spice, you’ll love this!