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Runaway Fate: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel (Moonstone Cove Book 1) Kindle Edition
Katherine wasn’t looking for anything extraordinary in her life. She had a job she loved, a husband she adored, and a home in the beautiful seaside town of Moonstone Cove.
Okay yes, she worked too much and had fallen out of touch with all her friends, but that happened to everyone, right? And sure, she was feeling a little creaky in the mornings and couldn’t drink coffee after noon, but that was just life in middle age.
Four minutes was all it took for fate to run away with anything that resembled normal. Now Katherine is trying to place mysterious psychic visions into her previously ordered life. She’s playing referee between a displaced Southern mama and a sarcastic mechanic with a chip on her shoulder. And her quiet life has been upended by a mysterious rash of violent acts by students at her school.
Thankfully, her new friends have powers of their own, and together they just might discover who or what has it in for the quiet citizens of Moonstone Cove.
Runaway Fate is the first book in the hot new Paranormal Women’s Fiction series, Moonstone Cove by USA Today bestselling author, Elizabeth Hunter, author of the Elemental Mysteries, The Irin Chronicles, and the Glimmer lake series.
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateOctober 27, 2020
- File size3.0 MB
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Now available in ebook, and paperback!
Are you ready for:
- Unapologetically accomplished women
- Sudden psychic shenanigans
- Unruly cephalopods named Fred
The Moonstone Cove trilogy is now complete!
Elizabeth Hunter hits another home run with this first novel in Moonlight Cove series.
--Booknerd, Bookseller, and Bibliophile Blog
- Runaway Fate
- Fate Actually
- Fate Interrupted
Elizabeth Hunter
USA Today and International Bestselling Author
With the publication of the Glimmer Lake series and the Moonstone Cove trilogy of paranormal women's fiction books, Elizabeth Hunter has only added to her impressive family of supernatural romance and mystery!
These books feature mature protagonists, psychic adventures, and heart-melting romance; they also dive into complex worlds and explore the universal bonds of love and friendship that Hunter's readers have come to expect.
Read more Elizabeth Hunter:
- Elemental Mysteries
- Irin Chronicles
- Elemental Legacy
- Love Stories on 7th and Main
- Cambio Springs Mysteries
Editorial Reviews
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#1 Metaphysical Fantasy e-books
#1 Urban Fantasy (UK)
#1 Metaphysical Fantasy (CA)
Another PWF home run! For those that absolutely loved the Glimmer Lake series, get ready to dive into the perfect book for you. ...there are so many surprises waiting for you in Moonstone Cove that will keep you burning through the pages well past bedtime.
--This Literary Life
Runaway Fate....a brilliant book that is fated to run to the top of the charts and onto your favourite books list!
--Kimberly, Goodreads reviewer
Elizabeth Hunter hits another home run with this first novel in Moonlight Cove series.
--Booknerd, Bookseller, and Bibliophile Blog
You will find laughter, heartbreak, tears, heart-pounding moments and warmth in Hunter's latest novel, I cannot wait for readers to get their hands on it.
--Danielle, Goodreads Reviewer
I want to move to Moonstone Cove!
--Tricia, Goodreads reviewer
It's smart, nuanced, and more than I ever could have imagined. Elizabeth Hunter has such a brilliant imagination, and I always enjoy seeing how her stories are going to play out.
--Norma, Goodreads reviewer
Another aspect of this story that really snagged my attention was Katherine and Baxter's relationship- it's rare to read a book which showcases mid-life romance with the level of radiant charm and comfort that we see in these two.
--Maegs in Wonderland
Elizabeth Hunter has done it again! 'Runaway Fate,' is such a brilliant read.
--Gigi, Goodreads reviewer
If you are a fan of Elizabeth Hunter's "Glimmer Lake" series, you'll be a fan of her newest PWF offering, Runaway Fate.
--Janine, Goodreads reviewer
Oh man, I loved this book so much! I think Katherine and Baxter are my new favorite couple!
--Carrie, Goodreads reviewer
I really enjoyed getting to know these new characters and the town of Moonstone Cove. I have a feeling that this is the beginning of something beautiful, and I'm looking forward to reading Megan and Toni's stories next!
--Jaime, Goodreads reviewer
She makes every single person so damn relatable and real. This book was no different. I loved it so much!
--Alison, Goodreads reviewer
Hunter did a masterful job bringing the reader into small-town academia and the mind of a brilliant, but socially awkward physicist.
--Nicole, Goodreads reviewer
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🤓 Unapologetically accomplished women
🔮 Sudden psychic shenanigans and
🐙 Unruly cephalopods named Fred
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- ASIN : B08GQW1554
- Publisher : Recurve Press, LLC
- Accessibility : Learn more
- Publication date : October 27, 2020
- Language : English
- File size : 3.0 MB
- Simultaneous device usage : Unlimited
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Not Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 344 pages
- ISBN-13 : 978-1941674581
- Page Flip : Enabled
- Book 1 of 3 : Moonstone Cove
- Best Sellers Rank: #86,336 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #1,668 in Paranormal Fantasy (Kindle Store)
- #1,855 in Paranormal Fantasy Books
- #2,518 in Contemporary Women's Fiction
- Customer Reviews:
About the author

ELIZABETH HUNTER is an eleven-time USA Today bestselling author of romance, fantasy, and paranormal mystery. Based in Central California and Addis Ababa, she travels extensively to write fantasy fiction exploring world mythologies, history, and the universal bonds of love, friendship, and family.
She has published over fifty works of fiction and sold over two million books world-wide. She is the author of the Elemental Mysteries, the Glimmer Lake series, the Irin Chronicles, and other works of fiction. She writes contemporary romance under the pen name, Lizzy Hunter.
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Customers find the book engaging and entertaining, with well-developed characters and a fascinating storyline that combines mystery with paranormal elements. The writing style receives positive feedback, and customers appreciate the intelligent female characters who are smart and loving. Moreover, the book features excellent character relationships, with one customer noting how the women save lives through bonds of friendship.
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"...From the onset of the first page, it went from intriguing, to exciting , to just plain exceptional...." Read more
"...Hunters novels or are simply looking for something refreshing and compelling, then I recommend grabbing a copy of Runaway Fate!..." Read more
"...I really loved this book, everything from a great (though maybe not the greatest) first sentence, since that distinction clearly belongs to Jane..." Read more
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"...She has a writing style that is so easy to read and her characters are so well developed...." Read more
"...this book way more than I thought it would and felt an easy connection with the characters. 𝗠𝗬 𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚: ⭐⭐⭐⭐..." Read more
"...touch convoluted but is nevertheless, interesting and the secondary characters engaging in their own right...." Read more
"...An awesome mystery shrouded in completely different personalities, new abilities, assistance from our three friends from Glimmer Lake and wine...." Read more
Customers enjoy the plot of the book, appreciating its fascinating storyline with a thrilling mystery element and paranormal twists.
"...From the onset of the first page, it went from intriguing, to exciting , to just plain exceptional...." Read more
"...turns out the incident is more than it seems and the mystery that unfolds is very interesting. But other parts of the story were great too...." Read more
"...What they didn't know at the beginning, but is such a great part of Runaway Fate, is that all of them need each other in completely different ways. "..." Read more
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"...This is the start to another great trio of books, following these three awesome ladies. I loved all three of them." Read more
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"...The words just flow effortlessly from the page to your eyes to your brain, and you can't help but devour each and every page until you have come to..." Read more
"...I will admittedly miss Katherines POV (she’s extremely sharp and intellectual; made me feel like I did when I was in college for psychology)..." Read more
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Customers enjoy the romantic elements of the book, particularly appreciating how the characters' husbands love them unconditionally.
"...and their relationship they are science-y people and off beat but very loving and perfect for each other. I enjoyed this very much." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2020This was another amazing creation by Elizabeth Hunter. Following the the awesome trio of Glimmer Lake, we are introduced to another trio, except this time they are complete strangers to each other. From the onset of the first page, it went from intriguing, to exciting , to just plain exceptional. I must say, the first chapter was a great way to start this new series.
Whereas the Glimmer Lake ladies were already besties when their abilities came to them, Katherine, Toni and Megan were all complete strangers living in Moonstone Cove. They all happened to be at the Gym on the same day when their abilities came to them, and one event that they all played a part to stop from happening, brought them together. From the point they all saw each other again at the police station, was a start to a best friends relationship. They eventually all work together to shed light on the mystery that Elizabeth Hunter has created and threw them into. It starts with Katherine, and a connection to the first event and the school she and her husband, Baxter, are professors at, and from there you will not be able to stop turning the page. As this first book is from Katherine's POV, we get to see her relationship with Baxter, and you will be envious. It also explores Katherine's background more, and the lack of friends she has and needs. Thus, leading to the developing friendship with Megan first and then Toni. The mystery surrounding the crazy event at the gym, was just the start, and the three work together. Their banter so funny at times, it had me laughing out loud.
Each lady has their strengths and weakness, and each of them comes from a different background. All three ladies are so well written and so relatable. I believe anyone who reads this book is able to identify to at least one of these ladies, since they are so different from one another. How Elizabeth comes up with these characters is unfathomable to me, but they are wonderful.
I highly recommend you pick up this new series of Elizabeth Hunters. She has a writing style that is so easy to read and her characters are so well developed. The words just flow effortlessly from the page to your eyes to your brain, and you can't help but devour each and every page until you have come to the end. I was implanted into the book and felt I was the fourth character in the group of budding best friends. You really do feel like you are part of her stories. This is the start to another great trio of books, following these three awesome ladies. I loved all three of them.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2021I’ve never had a chance to sample Elizabeth Hunter’s novels so when I saw this book pop up on amazon when I was searching for something paranormal, I decided to take a chance and read it. WOW! I’m really glad I did! This book held me captive for hours! I love the idea that three women come together to solve a mystery after learning they each have psychic powers. I also think it’s pretty cool that each book will feature one of the three women from their newfound friendships. I will admittedly miss Katherines POV (she’s extremely sharp and intellectual; made me feel like I did when I was in college for psychology) but I know Toni’s story is going to keep me just as entertained.
Before I end this review, I want to mention that this book is much more serious than cozy mysteries. Sure, readers of that genre will still probably enjoy this one, but the subject matter is much heavier than those in a cozy. This one may contain triggers from some people (gun violence, potential suicide, and harm to an animal). Cozy mysteries are typically a lot lighter and don’t have triggers. This book does!
If you enjoy Elizabeth Hunters novels or are simply looking for something refreshing and compelling, then I recommend grabbing a copy of Runaway Fate! I enjoyed this book way more than I thought it would and felt an easy connection with the characters.
𝗠𝗬 𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
I’ve never had a chance to sample Elizabeth Hunter’s novels so when I saw this book pop up on amazon when I was searching for something paranormal, I decided to take a chance and read it. WOW! I’m really glad I did! This book held me captive for hours! I love the idea that three women come together to solve a mystery after learning they each have psychic powers. I also think it’s pretty cool that each book will feature one of the three women from their newfound friendships. I will admittedly miss Katherines POV (she’s extremely sharp and intellectual; made me feel like I did when I was in college for psychology) but I know Toni’s story is going to keep me just as entertained.
Before I end this review, I want to mention that this book is much more serious than cozy mysteries. Sure, readers of that genre will still probably enjoy this one, but the subject matter is much heavier than those in a cozy. This one may contain triggers from some people (gun violence, potential suicide, and harm to an animal). Cozy mysteries are typically a lot lighter and don’t have triggers. This book does!
If you enjoy Elizabeth Hunters novels or are simply looking for something refreshing and compelling, then I recommend grabbing a copy of Runaway Fate! I enjoyed this book way more than I thought it would and felt an easy connection with the characters.
𝗠𝗬 𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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- Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2024I have become an avid fan of Elizabeth Hunter. Her vampires are complex, her angels are delightfully devious, and her humans are not clueless! Her books are geographically detailed and from what I know, accurate. Since this book takes place on the California central coast, I was immediately pulled into missing that place. I lived in that area for many years and enjoyed visualizing where the characters were living, driving and even the University environment, which granted was allowed a bit of author privilege.
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- KatWReviewed in Canada on August 27, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read! Lots of Fun!
Loved the storyline. The character interaction really made the book for me...comedy, frustration and the love between Bax and Katherine!!! Beautifully written! Highly recommend this book not just because this is an author I really enjoy.
- ASReviewed in the United Kingdom on August 29, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars great read
Enjoyed this book. Great storyline. Love Elizabeth Hunter books into the paranormal fantasy worked. Well worth a read for sure
- BookaholicReviewed in Australia on December 9, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Runaway Fate
I love these PWF books by Elizabeth. And Runaway Fate definitely engages your attention, as you find your self diving into the world of Katherine and her new friends! I didn’t want to put this book down! I highly recommend it to all!
- Ira W.Reviewed in Germany on October 30, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars What an amazing book!
Okay, this book was simply amazing! I was giggling or snorting while tearing through it, frantically turning page after page because it was so captivating and I needed to know what was happening and, of course, who did it!
The perfect mixture of a charming intriguing heroine and her friends investigating in a mystery that kept me guessing and second-guessing and turning the pages while at the same time telling a wonderful story of friendship and love and shared laughter - and shared wine, of course. Such an amazing book and promising start to a new series, I really can't wait to read Toni's story in the next book!
- Valerie KempReviewed in Australia on November 25, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent story
Tried to make this book last a few days but read it in one sitting. Worst part is having to wait for the next one.