"I’m enjoying this series; tremendously. This picks up immediately after the first story. If you’ve not read the first in the series, I think you should, because Prater doesn’t go over the information that’s already been established in that story. This novella – which I enjoyed much better that the first, and I enjoyed that one a lot – takes place over more time and the development of the relationship is more in the romance category and what I’ve come to expect from erotica. I thought the progression of Severus and Cassie’s relationship was quite well done. As a protector of the future King of Insedivertus, Severus has his job cut out for him. As the best friend of the future King of Insedivertus, Severus wants the same thing that Drusus has – a mate. Unfortunately for Severus he’s seen what losing a mate can do and he’s adamant about not suffering the way that the men from his planet did (and still do) with the loss of the female population on their planet. So it’s not that he doesn’t want a mate, he’s just running scared. Cassie is the best friend to Drusus’s mate, Avelina. Cassie’s hard shell disguises a very gentle soul. She’s been irrevocably hurt by the people who should love her unconditionally. After getting over their mutual hesitation about being together because of their roles in Drusus and Avelina’s life it was a blast watching them go from unfriendly to friendly. The expansion of the characters and the plot worked very well for me. As in the Drusus and Avelina’s story, there’s a pleasant amount of life outside of the couple and that makes for a fun ride and read. We get to see more of Severus’s friends and his life outside of being a protector. His relationships with his fellow Insedi give further testament of him being a good guy who will stand by his friends and vice versa. I especially enjoyed the close relationship that he and his prince maintained, and by default, Avelina. Cassie was the same person from the first story. She’s still feisty, mouthy, and loyal to the one person who has stuck by her – Avelina. I really liked her, more so that Avelina actually. There’s a sense of vulnerability that I found in her character that was quite charming. Her blatant need to feel loved came through even as she fought it. I never once thought she was overdoing or whining. One of the many things that I liked about the story and this couple was that they didn’t jump into bed. Their sexual relationship happened after a friendship was formed. There was enough tension and chemistry which was ample to keep me turning the pages wondering how these two stubborn people would finally relent. Once they did though, Severus was quite delicious in his naughtiness. I’m not saying that he was a freak because he wasn’t, but he (and Cassie too) did enjoy his boudoir talk and that made for a good read. Thank goodness that Cassie didn’t immediately fall at Severus feet; as a matter of fact, he had to work a little extra hard when some others showed interest in Cassie. The outside force in the action and suspense plotline made for interesting reading because I was completely shocked – I didn’t see it coming at all because Prater had me completely distracted. Well done! This story is quite a bit longer that the first, but it’s still a quick read as things happen quickly. If you’re in the mood for a quick, fun and sexy read with a dirty-talking protector who is completely infatuated with his mate you’re going to like this one. Cato’s story is coming up next and that overgrown tattooed and pierced individual is already on my radar. Happy Reading Folks!" -- Shelly, Red Hot Books

4 STARS: "I am LOVING this Fueled by Lust series. Drusus started off with a bang (quite literally), Severus has more of a gentle build up. This is because Cassie and Severus have already met and spent some time together, thereby negating the need for a quick pesky 'get-to-know-you' session. Cassie is already attracted to Severus although she's been trying to put him off as she thinks he is too good for her. Severus already knows that Cassie is something special but refuses to think that it could be anything else and he's too damn stubborn to put his necklace on. Yeesh, that man had me shouting at my kindle! Cassie has been through the mill and found a wonderful and true friend in Lina, the likes of which you look after and treasure, if you're smart which Cassie is. Seeing Lina with Drusus makes Cassie yearn for the same thing but is convinced that with all the baggage she carries no one will be good enough - or too good. I won't give away any spoilers but I will say this - one thing I really loved about this story was Marcus. He is Cassie's ex-boyfriend, the one she mentioned at the beginning of Drusus. He could have been a real 'nasty' character but instead Celeste turned him into a likeable, heartfelt hero who, although I wanted Severus and Cassie to be together, I now want Marcus to get his HEA too. This book has everything you could wish for - amazing characters, wit and humour all the way through, a 'baddie' that you may or may not see coming but even if you do, you won't care as the story is that good, and steamy scenes that are "out of this world" (sorry, I couldn't resist!). Book 1 was brilliant and I really enjoyed it. Book 2 stepped up to the bar, ordered a double and raised it. I can't wait for Cato's story." -- Merissa, Archaeolibrarian

BEST BOOK and APRIL 2014 EROTIC BOOK OF MONTH, 5 STARS: "Like oil and water, Severus and Cassie just don’t mix. At least, that was Cassie’s initial thought about the six-foot tall, broad-shouldered giant standing in her doorway. She’s already dealt with far too many men eager to take charge of her life and her body. She doesn’t like being told what to do or how to do it by anyone. This includes the gorgeous eye-candy and self-proclaimed bodyguard who seems insistent in hanging around. From the get go, Severus really pushes her buttons. Yet, despite how annoying he is, she can’t help the subtle reactions her body begins to have around him. Little by little, she notices the other things about Severus that reawakens a dormant desire deep within her. All of a sudden, Cassie realizes she rather likes having a big, brawny man watching over her. His interest in her carnal needs is fine by her as well, especially when he’s so good at pleasing them. Though he likes his women with a little more padding, Severus can’t help the instant attraction he feels for the sassy spit-fire, wagging her finger in his face without an ounce of fear or hesitation. Everything about her drives him crazy, including the way she manages to attract trouble. He doesn’t know if he should throttle or kiss her. The thought that she might be a compatible mate seems ridiculous and downright terrifying to him. He doesn’t want the heartache of losing another important woman in his life. While he has little difficulty in finding enough willing sex-partners to share his bed, he doesn’t want any of them to share his heart. Not until Cassie. Despite his attempts to thwart the growing suspicion that she just might be his perfect mate, Severus soon realizes she’s too important to him to lose. Some things just get better and better, especially when it comes to Celeste Prater’s Fueled by Lust series. Book one was a lot of fun to read, so when I saw she’d written a second book based on a couple of characters I’d met in the first installment, I requested to read it without hesitance. From the first page, my eyeballs remained glued to my iPad, my attention totally focused on the plot unfolding before me. I literally read the entire book in one day. I just couldn’t put it down. The characters are dynamic together, the perfect blend of alpha male and sassy female. There’s so much going on that you don’t even notice the plot twist sneaking up from the sidelines. I was left with my mouth hanging open at the climax of the story. The developing relationship between Cassie and Severus, the inclusion of previous characters from book one, and the introduction of new challenges to this sexy race of he-man aliens all culminate into a fantastic tale that left me wanting more. Lo and behold, after a little snooping on the internet, I see Ms. Prater has seen fit to grace us with an upcoming book 3! So now I’m left chomping at the bit and rubbing my little paws together in eager anticipation of what I expect to be another fabulous read. Fueled by lust: Severus, is a non-stop hoot and a hell of an exciting story. Cassie’s snarky attitude had me laughing my buns off. I fell in love with her right from the start. And Severus is just too sexy for words. He certainly caused a spike in heart rate and gave me something new to dream about. Put them together and you’ve got another fantastic story by Celeste Prater whose hunky aliens are simply out of this world. Oh, and Ms. Prater, if you need a short blonde chic who loves bulging muscles and hairy chests to play the heroine in a fourth installment, I’ll gladly take the part." -- Verbena, Long and Short Reviews

4.5 STARS: "I must say I liked this second book even more than the first in the series. Severus is Drusus’ security and best friend. He’s more often than not where his prince is and since his prince has met his mate, the best friend of said mate is there as well. So begins the collision of Severus and Cassie, and it ain’t pretty. They argue, they sneer and they endure one another’s company until it’s no longer endurance but anticipation and then lust. Severus is like Drusus in his possessive alpha persona but has an air of restraint that Drusus lacked, and that is due to the fact he refuses to wear his mating necklace. This story picked up at the end of the first and kept the background crisis between the Insedi and Protonecis moving along. I really liked the effort the author put into building the Insedi culture and weaving their plight into why the men are on earth seeking mates. The additional story line of Cassie and what is going on in her office provided the catalyst to throw Severus and Cassie together often and get to really know one another, and the attraction that followed. There was a lot going on but I never got lost or confused as the author wove her magic and kept me intrigued to the end, anticipating more. While the sex is steamy it’s not in your face and Severus and Cassie don’t actually “do” the deed until well into the book. I liked that Severus fell under Cassie’s spell without the affirmation of the necklace and perhaps that is what made this book appeal to me more than the first. I anxiously await more about the Insedi and their quest to rebuild their species." -- Chris, Night Owl Reviews