Shifter Squad Next Gen Series by J.C. Diem

Raised by a malevolent witch in an isolated cabin in the woods, Alex is being kept prisoner for her own good. A monster is trapped inside her and it desperately wants out. The enchantments that are tattooed on her body keep it contained, for now. As her eighteenth birthday approaches, Alex feels the beast growing stronger. So does the witch. They both know the spells won’t be enough to control her inner evil... moreRaised by a malevolent witch in an isolated cabin in the woods, Alex is being kept prisoner for her own good. A monster is trapped inside her and it desperately wants out. The enchantments that are tattooed on her body keep it contained, for now. As her eighteenth birthday approaches, Alex feels the beast growing stronger. So does the witch. They both know the spells won’t be enough to control her inner evil. Her captor plans to ensure the creature will never be free, but the teen finally rebels.Escaping from captivity, Alex meets a wounded vampire and the girls decide to band together. They head to Denver and run into a team who work for the Shifter Squad. As the truth comes out about her origins, Alex wishes she could control her own life, but the spells are too insidious. Until she can find a way to dispel them, she’ll have to stay with the squad. She’ll be working with twin werewolves, a werecougar, a wereconstrictor and the extremely sexy new recruit, Jaxon Remington.Jax seems strangely familiar from the first moment they meet. How can she possibly know him when she’s never seen him before? Is it possible he’s the mate she’s been dreaming about? If so, things are bound to be awkward, since it seems they’ll be working closely together. less

Now an agent of the Shifter Squad, Alex learns more about the evil witch who kidnapped her when she was a baby. It seems Irene Dawson has a vendetta against the older generation of the squad. The witch is using Alex as a tool and she’s relentless in her pursuit of revenge.The younger generation are sent to investigate dangerous creatures that keep cropping up across the US. Alex is constrained by the spells that are tattooed on her body. She feels useless compared to the others... moreNow an agent of the Shifter Squad, Alex learns more about the evil witch who kidnapped her when she was a baby. It seems Irene Dawson has a vendetta against the older generation of the squad. The witch is using Alex as a tool and she’s relentless in her pursuit of revenge.The younger generation are sent to investigate dangerous creatures that keep cropping up across the US. Alex is constrained by the spells that are tattooed on her body. She feels useless compared to the others. It’s frustrating not being able to use all of her abilities, but at least she has a couple of skills the witch can’t control. She might not be able to fight, or use weapons to take down her enemies, but she’s far from defenseless, thanks to her necromancy.Alex’s attraction to Jax increases as they spend more time together. Agent Remington is torn between his duty to the squad and what his heart wants. They’ve both had traumatic childhoods and have been damaged by their abusive wardens. If they’re fated to be together, they’ll overcome all obstacles, but it won’t be an easy road to travel. less

Alex has not only lost the man she’d hoped would be her mate, she’s also now stuck with an alpha werewolf. Heath Franko has joined the Shifter Squad and he’s determined to seduce her. The rookie has no chance of winning her over, but that won’t stop him from trying.At least Alex isn’t the only one who despises the alpha hole. The entire team wants him gone. Crowmon uses his talents as a trickster god to prank Franko. He hopes to drive the arrogant newbie into quitting voluntarily... moreAlex has not only lost the man she’d hoped would be her mate, she’s also now stuck with an alpha werewolf. Heath Franko has joined the Shifter Squad and he’s determined to seduce her. The rookie has no chance of winning her over, but that won’t stop him from trying.At least Alex isn’t the only one who despises the alpha hole. The entire team wants him gone. Crowmon uses his talents as a trickster god to prank Franko. He hopes to drive the arrogant newbie into quitting voluntarily. The alpha is too stubborn to take the hint that he isn’t wanted. It’ll take something drastic to make him leave the squad.Needing to know the real reason why Jax left, Alex tracks him down when they’re on a mission near his base. She has a hunch that it wasn’t his choice to leave the team. She’ll have to keep her visit to him a secret from most of the squad. Yas and Emma are the only ones she really trusts. Even they aren’t aware of the bond she has with Jaxson Remington. less

Alex and the rest of the squad are stuck with the unwanted alpha on their team despite the trouble he keeps causing. When they team up with another alpha werewolf and his pack during a mission, tensions rise and tempers flare. With luck, Franko will soon show his true colors and they’ll finally be able to get rid of him.While the spells restrict Alex from reaching her full potential, she can at least use her necromancy... moreAlex and the rest of the squad are stuck with the unwanted alpha on their team despite the trouble he keeps causing. When they team up with another alpha werewolf and his pack during a mission, tensions rise and tempers flare. With luck, Franko will soon show his true colors and they’ll finally be able to get rid of him.While the spells restrict Alex from reaching her full potential, she can at least use her necromancy. She’ll have the opportunity to practice her skills and maybe even expand on them. The more power she gains with her death magic, the less vulnerable she’ll be, or so they all hope.The witch is still lurking around, trying to lure the team into a trap. They’ll have to remain vigilant as she creates new dangers for them to avoid. In the meantime, Yasmine has a particular skillset the squad has been looking forward to learning. The vampire will become their teacher as she trains them in the delicate art of thievery. less

During a night out on the prowl, Sydney Walker-Levine meets a sexy, enigmatic weretiger. The pair hit it off instantly and their chemistry is undeniable. Everyone in the shifter nightclub can sense their desire for each other. The werecougar suspects she’s in for a night she’ll never forget.Her plans to get Harlan Rafferty naked are interrupted when she runs into someone she’d hoped she’d never see again. Colton, the arrogant Rex of a werelion pride, tried to claim her once before... moreDuring a night out on the prowl, Sydney Walker-Levine meets a sexy, enigmatic weretiger. The pair hit it off instantly and their chemistry is undeniable. Everyone in the shifter nightclub can sense their desire for each other. The werecougar suspects she’s in for a night she’ll never forget.Her plans to get Harlan Rafferty naked are interrupted when she runs into someone she’d hoped she’d never see again. Colton, the arrogant Rex of a werelion pride, tried to claim her once before. Syd had been spared from becoming his captive a few months ago, but her team isn’t there to save her this time.Sydney is lulled into thinking she’s managed to dodge the bullet again, but she didn’t count on the werelions tracking her. Once she leaves the safety of the tiger’s bed, she becomes fair game. Colton is lying in wait, ready to turn her into his thrall. The werecougar only has one ally to watch her back; a zombie mouse called Beta. less

While testing her skills as a pickpocket, Alex learns she has talents no one could have anticipated. The spells that prevent her from reaching her full potential have an unexpected side effect. While the enchantments are a curse, they’re also proving to be surprisingly useful.The fae emissary they’ve been waiting for finally arrives to whisk Alex and Crowmon to the faery realm. They need to find out all they can about the old gods that they suspect are stirring... moreWhile testing her skills as a pickpocket, Alex learns she has talents no one could have anticipated. The spells that prevent her from reaching her full potential have an unexpected side effect. While the enchantments are a curse, they’re also proving to be surprisingly useful.The fae emissary they’ve been waiting for finally arrives to whisk Alex and Crowmon to the faery realm. They need to find out all they can about the old gods that they suspect are stirring. Their main goal is to find out where they’re being imprisoned, so they can make sure it’s still secure. If the ancient deities escape, all realms will be in peril.Agent Steel sends two of his colleagues to assess Alex’s new abilities. They will aid the team to solve a mission involving several lone female werewolves who have gone missing. The squad will need to be on full alert with so many enemies lurking around, waiting for the opportunity to strike. less

Brynn Bailey is unique even for a member of the Shifter Squad. She’s half lamia and half shifter and she thought she would never find anyone like herself. That all changed when Prince Gedniah was drawn to her world. He doesn’t have a fully human form, but he and his clan are eerily similar to lamias.A month has passed since the snake-people arrived and now the prince has asked to see her. Brynn is cautious and is aware that he cast a mysterious spell on her when they first met... moreBrynn Bailey is unique even for a member of the Shifter Squad. She’s half lamia and half shifter and she thought she would never find anyone like herself. That all changed when Prince Gedniah was drawn to her world. He doesn’t have a fully human form, but he and his clan are eerily similar to lamias.A month has passed since the snake-people arrived and now the prince has asked to see her. Brynn is cautious and is aware that he cast a mysterious spell on her when they first met. Despite her trepidation, she agrees to see him. She’s never met anyone like him before and feels irresistibly drawn to him.Gedniah’s people are in trouble and he needs her help to save them. Brynn is torn when she finds out exactly what he wants from her. She’s the only one who can prevent his clan from dying, but agreeing to his plan could cost her more than she’s willing to give up. less

With so many strong personalities living in one building, tensions are bound to flare up sometimes. When Sydney pushes Crowmon too far, they learn that it’s a very bad idea to mock a god. Their trivial arguments turn nasty and he casts a spell that will result in more than just bruised egos.During one of their missions, the squad faces a target that’s far too strong and well-armored for them to take down. They will need to rely on Alex to raise something strong enough to defeat it... moreWith so many strong personalities living in one building, tensions are bound to flare up sometimes. When Sydney pushes Crowmon too far, they learn that it’s a very bad idea to mock a god. Their trivial arguments turn nasty and he casts a spell that will result in more than just bruised egos.During one of their missions, the squad faces a target that’s far too strong and well-armored for them to take down. They will need to rely on Alex to raise something strong enough to defeat it. Agent Steel and his wife have temporarily joined the team during this job. As tests go, this one is a doozy.Alex comes face to face with Irene Dawson again and an unexpected ally comes to her aid. Everyone has a breaking point and each new trauma is pushing Alex closer to hers. Seeing her friends finding their mates and being so happy can only add to her growing misery. less

Nick has always been in his big brother’s shadow and never quite felt like he measured up to Liam. When their little sister comes home traumatized from her latest abduction, Nick takes matters into his own hands. He decides to go on a hunt alone to ensure Alex won’t have to face fear like that again.Liam has always been the dominant twin and the leader of the younger generation of the Shifter Squad. His shoulders are weighed down by the responsibility Agent Steel has given him... moreNick has always been in his big brother’s shadow and never quite felt like he measured up to Liam. When their little sister comes home traumatized from her latest abduction, Nick takes matters into his own hands. He decides to go on a hunt alone to ensure Alex won’t have to face fear like that again.Liam has always been the dominant twin and the leader of the younger generation of the Shifter Squad. His shoulders are weighed down by the responsibility Agent Steel has given him. Even with all of his skills and training, he can’t always keep his team safe. Sometimes, he feels like a failure and that he’ll never be good enough.Both twins go off alone during their short break from missions, but their vacations are anything but peaceful. They’ll be forced to confront their own issues that neither of them wanted dragged out into the light. It will either break them, or make them strong enough to face the ordeal they sense is coming. less

Now that the new members of the squad have settled in, it’s time for the team to get back to work. Two missions have cropped up and need to be taken care of. One is a monster hunt and the other one is right up Alex’s alley. The mayor of a small town has requested help from the PIA to get rid of some pesky poltergeists.Alex takes Yas, Crowmon and Ike with her to hunt down the specters. During their mission, they learn something they need to keep secret from the rest of the Shifter Squad... moreNow that the new members of the squad have settled in, it’s time for the team to get back to work. Two missions have cropped up and need to be taken care of. One is a monster hunt and the other one is right up Alex’s alley. The mayor of a small town has requested help from the PIA to get rid of some pesky poltergeists.Alex takes Yas, Crowmon and Ike with her to hunt down the specters. During their mission, they learn something they need to keep secret from the rest of the Shifter Squad. If the others find out about the crushing news, it will just end up making things worse.Irene Dawson and her coven are just one of the problems the team will have to face. Everything has been leading up to a confrontation with the old gods who were imprisoned eons ago. If they escape, their entire world will be in peril. Chosen by Fate to be her champion, Alex is the only one who has a chance to save all dimensions from the coming apocalypse. less