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Captured by the Monsters

Name: Captured by the Monsters
Rating: 4 (3226 reviews)
Author: R.L. Caulder
ISBN: B09HYWKM5Z

by R.L. Caulder

demons

About this book

They say being chosen for The Below is an honor, but for Sera, it is nothing short of a death sentence. Just days before aging out of the lottery, she is dragged into a decaying, subterranean realm where the air itself is lethal to humans. Here, she is not merely a prisoner; she is the anchor for three terrifying, shadow-bound entities desperate to regain their physical form.

This gripping demon romance masterfully weaves the fated-mates trope into a dark, high-stakes narrative. As the monsters stalk her through the gloom, their predatory hunger shifts into an obsessive, devotional intensity. They promise safety from a world that wants her dead, but the price of survival is total submission. Sera must navigate a dangerous dance of desire and terror, where the touch of a monster begins to feel more like salvation than a threat.

If you are looking for an intense, why-choose paranormal read, this standalone delivers a whirlwind of dark atmosphere and scorching spice. It is a story where the shadows do not just loom; they worship, they protect, and they refuse to let go. Dive into this addictive tale of forbidden connection where the line between captive and queen blurs forever.

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: B09HYWKM5Z

Reader Reviews

Good time reading my first book by this duo!

January 21, 2026

I loved this book for the vibes ! Our feisty fmc. Sera is sacrificed in a lottery right before her 25th birthday. She has to go Below the surface or called \"the above\" each round 5 girl s are taken and met with the shadow monsters that have been suffering ever since the great war where their Queen was killed . The Queen is the life force over their realm and ever since they have been in search of a new one. Sera's . surprised that she has been chosen by 3 monsters. Little does she know that...

A decent read

January 20, 2026

I picked this book because of a Facebook advertisement... It's a fast paced read with a good amount of spice but it is very predictable. Like there was no surprise or twist at all while reading. It's a decent enough read but I feel it could have been better. )

good read

January 21, 2026

It was an interesting read. A little bit predictable. I think it could have been longer with more background details of the three male characters. Also the ending I think could have been longer the scenes of anarchy a bit more exciting. I guess I think the book could have been more complex more details on characters and world backgrounds. But I liked all the characters. I still look forward to reading future writings from the authors. :) )

Captured by the Monsters

February 15, 2022

Story: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Steam: 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 POV: Quadruple 1st Person RH Stand Alone? Yes. Where to begin? Where I really want to begin would likely get this review banned so I will stick with saying that the steam factor in this book is off the charts, for real, but the story? The story is WHERE IT’S AT! The world these authors created was so freaking fascinating that it inspired a 3 hour conversation between my husband and I about fictional worlds, twisted societies, and engaging plots. 3 HOURS. How...

Awesome Story! I want more monsters in my life!

February 14, 2022

This book is hot and unique, sweet and a little scary all at once. Serafina (Sera) has lived her life just hoping that she does not get picked in the lottery that send girls to the below. She gets picked in the lottery 48 hours before she turns 25 which is when she would be free from the selection. Scared and confused, she goes to the below where she is chosen by three monsters, Axton, Rowen, and Sylan, who are devoted to her. Even though they are fated, it is not an instant connection for...