Wow-Tessonja Odette upped the ante with the longing and angst from A Rivalry of Hearts in the newest release My Feral Romance (out December 10). This book is dual POV and has some of the best tropes you love from the romance world, the historical romance feel, and the magical world of Fae to really suck you in. The narration on the audiobook is excellent with both narrators thoroughly embodying their characters. Both protagonists feel genuine, charming and flawed and the story never feels like it’s dragging at any point. This series has two interconnected novels, and it is not necessary to have read the first before reading this one (although I’d recommend it for the experience and watching the characters grow, plus minor spoilers for book 1). I so enjoyed this series and can’t wait for more books from this author! Grateful to Dreamscape media for this ALC.

I wanted to love this but I was not my favorite at all. I was really hopefully but it was a bit disappointing.

Tessonja has knocked it out of the park again with this hilariously sexy sequel!! We follow the antics of Monty and Daphne as they assist each other with their problems. Daphne needs a husband and Monty needs a subject he can coach on making a love match in order to get the publisher to accept his book. What ensues is captivating hilarity and not a small amount of spice and immoral behavior. Perfect melding of fantasy and romcom! Added bonus the narrators are outstanding and play their parts exceptionally well.

4.5⭐️

I am so happy to have been able to dive back into this world that Tessonja has given us. After absolutely loving A Rivalry of Hearts, this has been one of my most anticipated reads, and it did not disappoint.

My Feral Romance takes follows Daphne (or “Daffy), a pine marten fae shifter with aspirations to be a book illustrator, and Monty, a gossip columnist and boxer, two of the side characters from book 1. In this friends to lovers story with Bridgerton vibes, Monty and Daffy make a fae bargain to help each other with their writing and drawing. Things get secretive, things get SPICY, and things are just downright hilarious while they navigate their careers together, as well as the spark that continues igniting between them.

I am absolutely obsessed with this series and with Tessonja’s writing! I need more!

I did a mix of reading the ARC and listening to the ALC and I will say, the narrators did a phenomenal job with this!

Thank you to Tessonja and Dreamscape Media for an ARC/ALC in exchange for my honest review!

This story is so perfect!!! I was absolutely feral for this sequel and it delivered in spades!!

The narrators really bring this story to life, it was such an amazing audio experience. Love it!!

"My Feral Romance" is a delightful blend of charm, humor, and sizzling chemistry that had me hooked from start to finish. Following Daphne, a socially awkward fae shifter trying to nail the art of spicy male anatomy for her dream illustration gig, and Monty, a meddling matchmaker with a bruised ego and big ambitions, this story is an irresistibly fun ride. Their unlikely bargain—Monty posing as her model in exchange for proving his matchmaking advice works—sets the stage for laugh-out-loud moments and heartwarming revelations.

Tessonja Odette delivers a beautifully crafted plot filled with unexpected twists, emotional depth, and just the right amount of spice. Daphne’s struggle to reconcile her fae instincts with her artistic ambitions is both relatable and endearing, while Monty’s journey from arrogant know-it-all to vulnerable romantic keeps you rooting for him. Their slow-burn transformation from wary acquaintances to something much deeper is packed with humor, flirtation, and undeniable sparks.

The audiobook narration by Dani Cochrane and Rusty Mewha adds an extra layer of magic, bringing Daphne and Monty’s unique personalities to life. Their performances perfectly capture the witty banter and emotional nuances of the characters, making the story even more immersive. If you’re a fan of cozy fantasy worlds, friends-to-lovers romance, and clever matchmaking shenanigans, "My Feral Romance" is a must-read (or listen)!

This book has an interesting world and magic system, but annoying characters and a boring plot. The sexy bits are sexy enough, but the story holding them together is lacking the substance to make it interesting. As is often the case in books with traumatic backstories like this, neither character puts in the work or gets the therapy needed to make their happily ever after believable. The ending was wildly unsatisfying and felt cobbled together. The female narrator did a good job, but the male narrator was a mess. His chapters were almost unlistenable. I almost quit the book over it.

I absolutely adore this book! Ever since I finished A Rivalry of Hearts, I've been chomping at the bit to get Monty and Daphne's story and this did NOT disappoint. I devoured both the ebook and the audio, and can easily say that this series will always be a comfort series.

It moves so easily without info dumping, and the cast of characters never fails to crack me up. Monty is a charming devil, and Daphne's growth between when we first met her in ARoH and now is so fun to see! I can't wait for the next book - that character had me in stitches!

For the audio, I absolutely adored the voice actors and their performances! It was so fun to hear this story brought to life.

ALC Book Review: My Feral Romance by Tessonja
Odette
I couldn't wait to dive into book 2 of the Fae Flings and Corset Strings series, and wow, it did not disappoint!
Tessonja Odette has done it again, delivering everything I adore about her books: charming characters, spicy romance, and a world you just can't get enough of.
This time, it's Daphne and Monty's story, and it's absolutely captivating. After their friendship cooled at the end of book 1, fate brings them together again-Daphne, in need of a husband, and Monty, now a romance columnist. A fae bargain sets them on a journey that explores the darker corners of Faerwyvae while treating us to some stunningly spectacular locations.
Their friendship is full of fun banter and palpable tension, making every moment between them shine. This story is so much more than romance-it's about acceptance, love, and finding where you belong. And yes, the steam is
Tessonja Odette's writing is pure magic, and I'll always drop my TBR to devour anything from this series. It's truly one of my favorites.
If you love witty banter, breathtaking world-building,
and heart-fluttering romance, this one's for you!

Sweet and spicy fantasy, it's great for a quick read but the plot was a little off in my opinion. I enjoyed the narration. But eventually this was a DNF for me.

This book is getting added on my conform books list. I loved Monty and Daphne! And everything about them. Their storyline was so much fun. I want to read it over and over again.

Their friendship came so easy to each other and just the safety they found in each other.

Daphne and all her comments about bacon. Girl after my own heart. I love her 'feral-ness' and how deeply Monty just understood her.

I love Monty in his new work role. He's advice column, I would want to read that everyday. He fell hard and it was amazing. Monty and all his secrets. You could feel the weight he carried on his shoulders. How heavy it must have been.

Dani Cochrane and Rusty Mewha did an excellent job on both Daphne and Monty. Recommend them as narrators. They brought Tessonja's characters alive with their voices.

By reading Tessonja's Fae Flings and Corset Strings series first, makes me want to go back and read every one of her backlist as some of the characters overlap and I love that. I also didn't feel lost when I read these ones friend. I am more invested to go back and read those series.

I am also very intrigued about book 3 from the epilogue. That's gonna be one fun ride. And I can't wait!

Read this series! You won't want to miss out.

My Feral Romance is a cozy, spicy, and delightful sequel that delivers everything you could hope for if you were already a fan of A Rivalry of Hearts. Daphne and Monty’s love story is packed with witty banter, chemistry, and emotions as they navigate a whimsical fantasy world full of fae bargains, hidden secrets, and quirky adventures. Their friends-to-lovers journey is both heartwarming and hilarious, with plenty of little moments to make you giggle.

Odette’s world-building is rich and enchanting, while still keeping it fun and whimsical. She touches on relatable themes of self-acceptance and vulnerability. The audiobook has dual narration, with British accent really bringing the regency aspect of the story to life. The characters are all very lovable and entertaining.

I love that this series doesn't take itself too serious and allows you to just genuinely have a good time while reading. Highly recommend for any romance or romantasy fans!

I love this series!! Daphne and Monty are so funny and I love their tension. They were fantastic characters in the first book, and this is a perfect expansion on them and their relationship.

The audiobook is also wonderful and I loved both voice actors. If you are looking for a cozy, funny, and a little raunchy friends to lovers romantasy, then definitely check this one out!

Thank you for providing me with free early access to this audiobook in exchange for my review.

Nothing can be more adorable!
I absolutely loved this second book in the Fae Flings & Corset Strings series.
Daphne and Monty, friends and nothing more, embark on a joint project to help both of their secret problems. Hilarious and full of innuendo, they dance around the truth between them.
A little sweet and a lot naughty, this is a great read!
I listened to the audiobook and these narrators are excellent! The accents, the emotions and the cheeky attitudes are so perfect!
My rating is 4.5 rounded for GR and NG

Thank you to NetGalley and Dreamscape Media for the ARC of this audiobook! My opinions are my own for this review.

This was such a sweet story! I loved it almost as much as the first one (I just felt more connected to the FMC in that one). It was so fun and feisty — I really felt like the characters had such great chemistry. It was an uplifting read as well. This author is quite adept at creating some tasteful tension and spice. I am going to have to check out more books by this author.

The audiobook narrators are superb! I really loved their voices and commitment to bringing all the characters to life. Highly recommend the audiobook for this one!

Thank you so much to NetGalley and the publisher for and advance listener copy in exchange for my honest review.

This book has two of my favorite things in books Faeries and a historical setting. I love this audiobook from beginning to end the narrators did an amazing job bringing the characters to life all characterization were done perfectly and I could understand perfectly what characters were feeling at the moment.

Ever since A Rivalry of Hearts I been wanting to see what was behind Daphne and Monty interactions. And they didn’t disappoint.The book was so much fun I love all the characters they were so well developed.

What I enjoyed the most was to see both Monty and Daphne learning to love and be loved . They both come from backgrounds where love was not really present so they really didn’t know how to let others love them.

The slow burn and the sexual tension was so good 😻

And the epilogue was so intriguing that I will for sure be reading the next book.

📖 𝐌𝐲 𝐅𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐛𝐲 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐣𝐚 𝐎𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞 🎧 𝐍𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐢 𝐂𝐨𝐜𝐡𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐞 & 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐰𝐡𝐚

“𝘉𝘦 𝘮𝘺 𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘭 𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘮𝘶𝘴𝘦, 𝘋𝘢𝘧𝘧𝘺 𝘋𝘦𝘢𝘳, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘐’𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴.”

Y’all I was FERAL for this slow burn romance. I freaking adore Daphne & Monty. 🥹

“𝘚𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘮𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘸𝘢𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘭𝘴 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘢 𝘩𝘶𝘨.“

THE AUDIOBOOK WAS PHENOMENAL.

Daphne had her heart broken when Monty broke off their friendship with a few cruel words. One year later Daphne is still adjusting to life in her Seelie form. Her first attempt at entering seelie society left her with deep emotional scars. Now she’s desperate to become an official illustrator at her job Fletcher-Wilson’s. She’s working on illustrated covers for her friend’s upcoming releases but she can’t seem to correctly capture a human male’s physique. Daphne decides she must find a human male to use for inspiration and to marry to save her from having to return to her unseelie hometown.

Monty is in a bind, he’s under a mountain of debt and struggle to protect his family’s secrets. If he can just get a publishing deal for his column he will get a signing bonus he can use to tackle his debt. All he has to do is help a woman form a love connection with his advice and he will have the contract. Daphne seems like the perfect candidate if he can just keep his own feelings at bay.

“𝘐 𝘩𝘰𝘱𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘬𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘥𝘰𝘯’𝘵 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘺𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶’𝘳𝘦 𝘯𝘰𝘵. 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘦𝘹𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘢𝘳𝘦.”

I was not expecting to be so emotional while reading this story but I honestly couldn’t stop myself from crying over Daphne’s past and the weight Monty has been carrying for so long. At his heart he’s just a sad little boy and I just wanted to wrap him in a hug.

“𝘉𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘥 𝘬𝘪𝘴𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴. 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘶𝘴.”

This was a slow burn romance which I felt really fit with Monty & Daphne’s budding relationship. She had so much to learn and he had so much stopping him from pursuing his feelings. When the mirror seen happen I freaking MELTED. 🫠❤️‍🔥🪞

“𝘔𝘺 𝘣𝘰𝘥𝘺 𝘳𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥. 𝘞𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘳𝘦. 𝘞𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘯 𝘶𝘯𝘲𝘶𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘩𝘦𝘳.”

If you love historical romances & romantasy reads, you have to add 𝐌𝐲 𝐅𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐛𝐲 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐣𝐚 𝐎𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞, to your IMMEDIATE tbr! This is my new favorite audiobook!

𝘛𝘳𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘴:
💃🏻 𝘏𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘙𝘰𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘴𝘺
💔 𝘉𝘳𝘰𝘬𝘦𝘯 𝘏𝘦𝘳𝘰
💪🏼 𝘍𝘪𝘦𝘳𝘤𝘦 𝘍𝘔𝘊
🧚🏼‍♀️ 𝘍𝘢𝘦 𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥
🤐 𝘚𝘦𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘵𝘴
❤️‍🔥 𝘚𝘭𝘰𝘸 𝘉𝘶𝘳𝘯
🪞 𝘔𝘪𝘳𝘳𝘰𝘳 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘺
🔥 “𝘛𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘔𝘦”

This audiobook was perfection. While I loved reading a Rivalry of Hearts listening to this one really brought it to the next level. The narrator’s were perfect for the characters. I absolutely LOVED Monty and Daffy before but getting to know them was *chef’s kiss*. I felt like the spice level was just right and didn’t impede the story which I love in a book. But also the plot twist/reveal. Tessonja Odette knows how to do romance right. Every time Monty said Daffy dear I literally swooned.

⭐⭐⭐.5/🌶️ My Feral Romance by Tessonja Odette is book 2 in the Fae Flings and Corset Strings series of interconnected standalones. This book is really cute and giving regency romance vibes. Monty is a playboy who agrees to give courting lessons to Daphne, a fae desperate to get married so she can stay in the realm she chooses. But when the courting lessons start to feel too real, Daphne starts to question everything..

✨Fae shifters
✨Courting lessons
✨Friends-to-lovers
✨Marriage of convenience
✨Bargains

Revisiting Monty and Daphne is the absolute biggest joy! These two characters have such huge personalities that they shone in the first book and begged, no screamed to take center stage. The ever flirtatious Monty with his smooth talking and slick persona combined with shy, quiet Daphne (wait, did I say shy & quiet? I meant bold and ferocious Daphne) is the match of the century. So many scenes had me kicking and screaming in glee, other scenes taking me completely by shock, while others had had me burning. Somehow the animalistic nature of Monty and Daphne takes their intimacy to a whole new level. They are utterly adorable, and simultaneously hot as sin. The introduction of book sprite Araminta, in her innocence, provides an added comedic boost that I didn’t know I was missing. What truly made this story though is the character evolution, both Monty and Daphne go through such growth that draws you into their story. I truly feel a part of Faerwyvae, catching up with old friends. I can’t express how much fun I had listening to this story!
The audio performed by Dani Cochrane & Rusty Mewha was a joy to listen to. Both voices switch between characters seamlessly, making it easy to recognize characters shifts. They read with a wealth of emotion keeping you tuned in to all the feels.