Cage of Ice and Echoes (Frozen Fate, #2) (2024)

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'𝐂A𝐆E O𝐅 𝐈C𝐄 𝐀N𝐃 𝐄C𝐇O𝐄S' Is the second full length romance book within the (frozen Fate) trilogy by author Pam Godwin. Spoken in multiple POV's and ends in a cliffy.

I don't want to divulge too much, because to do that gives too many clues away with what's ahead for these characters. So this is just going to be a no frills review. Go in blind and like me I hope you love the sh*t out of this book!!

When this lands on your ipad you stop life and hide for the day!! After that cliffy in the previous book my anticipation levels skyrocketed for this book and I couldn't wait to dive in...

Riddle me this, riddle me that..
Secrets, lies, riddles to be unraveled.

This series set in an unforgiving terrain captured my attention from the get go, survival against all odds within Alaska, fighting to survive not only against the animals which roam the place but hunger too as their food source depletes.

To survive they have to leave
To leave they have to unravel a riddle uttered on a dying psychopath’s breath.

And a husband determined to uncover the truth behind his wives disappearance, unflappable in his search for answers. But to find her he has to go back down a dark evil rabbit hole of his past.

This book had curveball after curveball making it hard to dodge them, so much more is revealed, a spell binding chilling series which has me in a chokehold.

I'm a huge fan of the series ALONE so reading this and the characters fight for survival against all odds had my mind spinning with the realness this played out in my mind.

This series to date has ticked so many boxes its impossible not to love it.
The storyline
The characters
The setting
The love these characters share
The riddles

And yes we're faced with another cliffy with another threat on the horizon keeps my anticipation careening out of control. Part of me needs/wants now but another part never wants this series to end.

I'm cracked ya'll. 🤯🤯 Absolutely cracked. My brain needs surgery to repair itself after this masterpiece. I have always loved Pam Godwin and I've been hooked since the first book I read. This trilogy is stretching me and taking me to places I didn't know I would be willing to go. I don't know many other authors that I would follow over such treacherous ground.

But if you trust her like I did... if you tiptoe into the unknown and journey to Alaska's barren wasteland with this little family... you'll go on a trip unlike any other.

I do not know how to review this book. If you read book 1, I hope you're already going to dive in. There isn't anything content wise you can't handle if you survived HOSS from the start. I also think we are well rewarded with answers and secrets revealed throughout this entire book. We aren't kept waiting.

Frankie, Kody, Leo, and yes, even Monty, are on a quest for knowledge. Nothing is just handed to them and they will bleed and suffer for every morsel, but as we start unraveling Denver's twisted knot of devilry... well, you won't be happy with every answer but my mind WAS cracked. It was thrilling and horrible and suspenseful in the best way.

And weaving through it all is a deep core of ruthless devotion and a will to live that is unmatched. Love was planted in this icy hell, but watching it bloom was a sweet reward to offset the pain. I was rabid for each moment of deepening trust and contentment amidst it all.

I know I have said a lot without saying much at all. Like how Monty fits in and how every character is connected by more than just trauma but... honestly, you'll just have to trust Pam. If you're not into the FORZEN FATE trilogy after HOSS, you won't be impressed by this one. It's not going to convince you. But if you were as eager for answers as I was.. you will want to strap in and trust your pilot.

You're in for the ride of your life.

Infinite ♾️ stars, okay 6 on my scale
4 on the spice scale

Some content (but see author site for TWs): MFM, Menage, Dangers of Nature, childhood assault (mentioned in passing), childhood trauma (past), Virgin Hero, why choose, starvation and more

Intense, gripping, sexy, feral, and haunting – these are some of the words I can think of to describe Cage of Ice and Echoes. If you thought that this story’s pace might slow down after the cliffhanger ending from Hills of Shivers and Shadows, think again. Pam Godwin’s characters don’t know how to sit still and let life happen to them, no – they dive into their problems headfirst with grit and courage.

“So we’re to spend the winter in darkness?”
“Scared?”
“f*ck you.”

Even though it had been months since I’d read HOSS, it felt like I hadn’t missed any time with the story. The characters felt familiar to me and it felt like no time had passed since reading the last book. Several scenes in this story made me pump my fist – I was SO ready for them and loved the way that they were written. It was very satisfying to read and I highlighted so many sections of text. Let it be known that Kodiak was my favorite man in HOSS, and he's still my favorite man in COIE. He's absolute perfection in my eyes.

“Outside, everything is fatal. Everything dies. But in here, with our eyes locked and our souls touching, we’re eternal.”

It’s difficult for me to divulge my feelings about this story without restraint because spoiling this story for any of my friends is something I refuse to do. Everyone deserves to experience the pure, raw emotion as the story unfolds, and I won’t take that away from anyone.

I will reveal that some questions from Hills of Shivers and Shadows do get answered. I have to commend Pam Godwin’s brilliance in the way that she unraveled some of the mysteries from HOSS. The plot feels like an intricate web that becomes infinitely more complex the more you pay attention to it.

“I didn’t understand what he was trying to tell me. When I asked, he said the point is that lions can’t fly, bears are drunks, and…”
My face crumples.
“The Magic Kingdom will forever be without its queen.”

Cage of Ice and Echoes ends on a cliffhanger, and let it be known that this might be one of my favorite cliffhangers of all time. It’s brutal in the most satisfying way, and I’m literally aching for the final book in the trilogy. I have some really off-the-wall theories on how I think the final book will go, and that cliffhanger – that f***ing cliffhanger - gives me some validation that I might be on the right track. Gah!

"Survival has always been about prioritizing, and this is no different."

Cancel your weekend plans, because the moment you start this book, you won’t want to put it down! I already want to go back to it and read it all over again from the beginning. These characters continue to consume my thoughts.

Thank you, Pam, from the bottom of my heart, for including me in the beta reader team. Beta reading this story has been such an incredible experience, and I’ve loved every moment of the process thus far.

Update 4/12/24:
I cannot stop thinking about the ending and now I'm in full-on spiral mode:

THE WHOLE TIME I WAS READING THIS, I was hoping for something to magically happen (im not going to say because I don’t wanna spoil) and broke my heart.

Pam Godwin did it again.

She had me GRASPING for more with each page, each interaction, each moment, and the ending.

I CANNOT WAIT for book three, like I’m desperate for it. I need it more than air.

—why choose
—dark romance
—book two of the series
—ITS PAM GODWIN YOU NEED IT.

Anyway, I don’t want to spoil it for anyone, but if you need a dark why choose romance that has you BEGGING for more, this series is it. Please check TW and enjoy!

It’s unnecessary writing my thoughts about this book! It must be read and savored!
10 stars!

4 Flight Manual Stars ⭐️
Spicy Level 🌶️🌶️🌶️/5

Please note this is Book 2 in a series that cannot be read as a standalone. As a result, there might be spoilers for Book 1 - so if you do not want to see those, I might advise not reading the rest of the review - I strongly suggest you read the review from Book 1 first and come back here after you have seen the first installment of Frankie's story. Book 1's Review can be found here

This starts almost directly after the events of Book 1, Frankie, Leo and Kody are left reeling, emotionally and physically devastated. They have to reestablish trust after the events at the end of book 1 and need to find a plan for survival as Declan has left them isolated with no power, no food and a silly riddle that hints at escape.

While the previous book was also about survival, Frankie was alone at the start and isolated. Now she’s in this together with Kody and Leo to make it out alive. But their journey is dangerous, desperate, and pushes them all to their mental and physical limits. This is overall a brilliant testament to what we as humans would do to survive when our basic needs are threatened and the lengths to which we would go to ensure that survival. They are constantly thrown into dangerous situations where every breath they take could be their last and their very environment wants to kill them.

While we don't have Wolf's POV, we are given Monty's as a replacement. This adds a layer of complexity and complication as Monty is desperate to find his missing wife and is absolutely determined to succeed no matter the cost. As a result, he has become a shell of his former self, wrought with his guilt and betrayal.

Overall, without giving too much away, this is a whirlwind of secrets that are uncovered and the mysterious connections between everyone slowly piece themselves together. It's dark and twisted and at times extremely difficult to stomach but again ties into the fact that these characters are to the core, able to survive anything!!

The only reason that kept this from being a full 5 stars for me is that the first half of the book is pretty slow, and it only really fully hooked me halfway.

I would also like to thank whatever god was listening - because while my expectation of book 1 was not met in terms of getting some crazy snowed-in-cabin-sharing-sexy-time, this DEFINITELY delivered as the boys need to navigate their closer relationship with Frankie while also learning the boundaries of what they are and aren't comfortable to share.

The Trope Summary (and some triggers that might be tropes):
▶ Multi POV
▶ Reverse Harem
▶ Protective MMC
▶ Trauma Bonding
▶ Voyeurism
▶ Alpha Male
▶ Primal Play
▶ Cheating

Overall I loved the fact that this book gave me anxiety in the best way. That is, I was on the edge of my seat watching these characters live through their experiences and cannot recommend this series enough for anyone who loves a romance mixed with a little psychological thriller. PICK IT UP NOW!

4.5 Stars ⭐️

The answers were wellll done!!!!

I just finished this and my heart is in a chokehold. This second book in the trilogy is all about survival for our characters and it is a heart stopper from beginning to end. I was sweating through 400 pages! I thought I’d started menopause or something, but no, it was because I felt like I was with these characters trying to survive the Arctic! 🐻‍❄️ 🩵❄️

I was blown away with Book one but this book is on a whole other level. We get answers to some of our questions from HOSS, but those often lead to even more questions. When I say this is some of Pam‘s best work ever, I am not joking. This story will definitely be in my top reads for 2024 if not in my top 10 of all time.

Pam, you are amazing and I’m absolutely honored to get to beta read this book for you! Highlight of my year😘

5 Stars!

Genre: Dark Romance

My Rating: ★★★★★//5
Spice Gauge: 🌶️🌶️🌶️//4

"𝙾𝚞𝚝𝚜𝚒𝚍𝚎, 𝚎𝚟𝚎𝚛𝚢𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚒𝚜 𝚏𝚊𝚝𝚊𝚕. 𝙴𝚟𝚎𝚛𝚢𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚍𝚒𝚎𝚜. 𝙱𝚞𝚝 𝚒𝚗 𝚑𝚎𝚛𝚎, 𝚠𝚒𝚝𝚑 𝚘𝚞𝚛 𝚎𝚢𝚎𝚜 𝚕𝚘𝚌𝚔𝚎𝚍 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝚘𝚞𝚛 𝚜𝚘𝚞𝚕𝚜 𝚝𝚘𝚞𝚌𝚑𝚒𝚗𝚐, 𝚠𝚎’𝚛𝚎 𝚎𝚝𝚎𝚛𝚗𝚊𝚕."

This series is the BEST THING I’ve read all year. That’s it…that’s the review! 🤷🏻‍♀️🤣

After the epic cliffhanger the first book ended in, I could not wait to get my hands on this story. I devoured it in a day, despite trying to savor it and pace myself. Turns out, this was not possible!!

Frankie, Kody, and Leo have reached a critical point in their journey for survival and the time has come where they’ve gotta take a chance. Amid their fight for freedom, the love between these characters was still so fierce and I loved seeing the character growth.

And hot damn there is a new POV in this book that was a surprise but I am so freaking here for it! 🙋🏻‍♀️

This was a heart-wrenching, haunting journey that had my heart in my throat the whole time. Every sentence had meaning and poignancy. We got some answers, but so many new questions too.

What to Expect:
🩵 Found family
🩵 Stranded/ survival
🩵 Forced proximity
🩵 ANGST
🩵 Fierce heroine

This is dark romance at its finest, friends, and some of this author’s best work ever! A series absolutely not to be missed!

4.5 stars

You know what I love? I love being surprised by stories. When you’re a frequent reader, the surprises become fewer and farther between as you reread tropes and plot points.

But Pam?? Pam always surprises me. And I love her for that. This story is so unique and so angsty and yes, I’m still obsessed.

Plot: ★★★★★
Pacing: ★★★
Angst: ★★★★
Enjoyment: ★★★★★

This is the second book in the Frozen Fate series. You CANNOT start with this book, you must start with book one—Hills of Shivers and Shadows. Read my review of Hills of Shivers and Shadows here.

Okay, now I'm writing this review for my fellow besties who have already read Hills of Shivers and Shadows.

Y'all....

I'm convinced that Pam laces these books with something to make them this good. There's no other author in this subgenre that I read as obsessively as her. I don't read a lot of darker romance, but I'll always read Pam because at the end of the day, I know the characters are in love. There might be a hell of a lot of angst and pain in their journeys, but it's all coming hand-in-hand with their eventual love arc.

So with that being said, let's talk about the propulsive sequel, Cage of Ice and Echoes.

Frankie, Leo, and Kodiak are stranded in the Artic Circle. Their generator is broken. They've just killed their abuser, Denver, and he was the only one who knew how to fly the plane—their one source of escape from the wilderness. They're going to die out here in the dark, frigid cold without any help or way of escape.

Leo and Kodiak are found-family brothers, raised in this unforgiving hellscape with Denver. They're grieving the loss of their fellow brother, Wolf, and are reeling from the fact that for the first time in their lives, they are free of Denver's abusive control. And they're both obsessively in love with Frankie.

Frankie was abducted by Denver at the beginning of this series and brought to the Arctic Circle compound where it became clear to her that something very sinister lay at the heart of the compound. After a traumatic several months spent in Denver's control and orbiting around Denver's three adult "sons," Frankie finds herself entwined forever with these rugged Alaskan men.

But with Wolf and Denver gone, the three remaining survivors have a lot to work out—not the least of which is their deep connections and love for each other. Can Kodiak and Leo share a woman when they both love her obsessively and see each other as brothers? Can Frankie navigate this unique romantic scenario while also dealing with the perils of surviving a starving, freezing winter?

And wait, there's another wrinkle in this already crumpled story: Monty, Frankie's rich husband, isn't out of commission. Denver might have ruined Frankie's love for her husband by showing her a video of Monty cheating on her after she "left him" in her abduction, but that was Monty's one fumbling moment in months of endless pain. He's been a broken man since Frankie "left," and he's never given up. He's running himself and his fortune into the ground in an effort to find his missing wife.

What will he do—and what will Frankie do—when and if he finds her?

So many tangles. So many threads. So much pain, and beauty, and grace. The heart of this survivor's tale is deep in the frozen tundra, and it's time to connect some dots.

Like all of Pam's stories that I've read so far, you come for that unique scenario that propels you to find out "why." And then you stay for the hard-won and emotionally fulfilling romance story arc that awaits you at the finish line.

This sequel is in the middle of a trilogy with cliffhangers on both sides—there is no big closure moment here. It's the middle leg of the journey and it reads like one. A little softer, a little more focused on building the relationships vs. uncovering more secrets. After the pain and stress of the first book, I enjoyed this reprieve as a reader. And now I'm FERAL for that third book.

Thank you to the author for my copy in exchange for an honest review.

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Genre: Dark Romance
Type: Book 2 of 3 from Frozen Fate series
POV: First Person - Multiple
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After months of being stranded in the unforgiving Alaskan tundra, Frankie Novak and the men reached the critical point of their lives. Their only chance of survival was to decode the riddle and find their way out.

The first half of the book started a bit slow for me. But once it got going, I became more invested, especially with the revelations anticipated from the previous book. I was intrigued by a character in book 1, and I’m glad to learn more about him in this one.

We’re more than survivors. We’re a family.

Cage of Ice and Echoes is a story of drive and adaption. It would appeal to readers who enjoy dark survival romance.

Books in the series:

❄️🦋❄️. . . (F)BR with Twinsie CC, Loyda & Liz . . .❄️🦋❄️

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This was a long read but I made it through! Oh the angst! Full review to come!

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GOOD GOD. I feel so emotionally attached to these characters it’s unhealthy at this point. GENIUS BRILLIANCE. Idk how I’ll wait until til August but I’m ready. These men… 🤤…. Frankie… all of it (no spoilers here) I’m just obsessed with them/it all

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okay I have been REELING after finishing this book. I don't know if I've ever read a book where its made me think so much. Think about everything we know, everything we don't, and everything we think we know. Book one left us with so many questions and book two answered them all and then gave us new ones(:

4.5★★★★Stars

Genre: Dark Romance
Type: Book 2 of 3 from Frozen Fate series
POV: First Person Multiple

“Three hearts, entwined by circ*mstance, bound by necessity, and ruled by love, beat as one against every threat we face.”

The very first page of the book had me ugly crying my eyes out just relieving book one. Once I calmed down the story got a bit slow for me, but as the story progressed and we get a new character’s point of view the story got more and more intriguing. The author did a great job keeping us wanting more and she delivered all the answers at the end.

Cage of Ice and Echoes is a story of survival. It would appeal to readers who enjoy dark survival romance.

This was a F(BR) with CC, War, & Liz.

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I'm not on the cliff, I jumped and spiraled into an abyss. Pam, I have theories. I need validation. August is too far.

After the events and ending of the first book, I was so eager to get my hands on Cage of Ice and Echoes to find out what happens next! This book was better than the first. I picked it up, and didn't put it down until I was finished. Kids? What kids? (just kidding... thanks to the hubby for picking up the reins so I could indulge in my Arctic adventure)

It was not what I was expecting, but everything I needed... and yet I still have questions?!

It's difficult to explain anything without leaving spoilers. One of the things I love the absolute most is that Pam is able to keep Wolfs memory alive and relevant throughout this book - as heartbreaking and heartwarming as that is.

The danger they face, the riddles, the love they share, the hope they have, and eagerness to persevere was well written, and I couldn't stop reading. Frankie is the feistiest, loyal, and loving FMC. I just love her. And Leo and Kody.... OH, ALSO... I was thrilled that Frankie acknowledged Leo's ability to fly that plane and save them. I can't imagine the mental burden he carried, trying to succeed in something like that. And Kody being the hyper-vigilant protector he is, making sure she constantly has the best chances of safely. *swooooon.*

Ok ok ok, I'm done. Just read the first one, then grab this and try to patiently wait for the third book.

5✨ i loved being back in hoss but it was terrifying all the same.

frankie. leo. kody. the way i love these people is electrifying. i am as in love with these men as ever. and frankie’s braveness and endurance just continues. i love where the story turned and went with this book. it’s still as addicting of a story as ever. everything that happened in this book. the secrets, the lies, the riddles, the betrayals. all of it was so epic. it was as chilling as the arctic circle itself.

reading this was like tip toeing in the barren bush on a hunt. terrifying and exhilarating at the same time. the ruthless, feral, undying devotion leo and kody have for frankie is so unmatched. truly feral in every way. and more than that is their bond as brothers, their silent conversations, communicating with their silence and looks. it was so beautiful. their primal need to protect her is truly everything.

i loved getting more monty pov in this one and really building on that backstory and foundation. it was so good and after that ending, i’m just reeling and dying to know what happens next. pam did it again with an absolute gem. and the comedic relief when needed was truly laugh out loud hilarious. the found family and the moving forward and the ‘together’ is just my favourite. i’m without words thinking about how much i love this story.

“[…] the fear of finality, the hope for forever.”

“This is temporary.”
“Forever awaits.”

“Love that look in your eyes.”
“Which one?”
“The one that promises total annihilation to anything and anyone in your way.”

“We’ll come back to you.”

“I don’t own her. She owns me.”

• why choose / MFM
• forced proximity
• found family
• betrayal
• mystery & suspense
• alpha males

thank you so much pam for the arc!

5 Stars!
(ARC provided by author)

“When I tell you I love you, it isn’t out of habit or because I think you need to hear it. I say it to remind the world that you’re irreplaceable, and it will suffer my eternal goddamn wrath if anything happens to you.”

Frankie has spent months in an isolated, off the grid cabin battling evil, and trying to survive the unpredictable, ruthless Alaskan wilderness. She's stranded in the unforgiving Arctic with possessive men who will do anything to protect and provide for her. Circ*mstance brought them together, but they share an unbreakable bond and commitment that is everything to them. As boundaries evaporate they surrender to their intense feelings and complex chemistry. They find their strength in one another as they seek out answers and solutions. While fighting to escape their dire situation will they finally get the future and happiness they deserve?

Cage of Ice and Echoes (Frozen Fate #2) by Pam Godwin is the second addictive story in this fabulous trilogy. This book is not a standalone and the trilogy must be read in order. I can't get enough of this captivating world and these characters. It's so original and leaves you craving more. It's a forced proximity, found family, age gap, dark romance full of complicated, gorgeous, broody, alluring alpha men, delicious passion, secrets, lies, mystery, suspense, danger, tragedy, angst, emotion and beautiful love. It's a journey about trust, loyalty, hope, dreams, comfort, compassion, unity, belonging, obsession and survival. This series is absolutely phenomenal and I can't wait for more!!! <333

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A Cage of Ice and Echoes by Pam Godwin is the second instalment in the Frozen Fate trilogy: a dark why-choose romantic suspense series set in Alaska.

The wilderness is unforgiving. We have to respect its power.

Note: This book cannot be read as a standalone; you must read all books in order. If you haven't read Hills of Shivers and Shadows, don't read any further and perhaps read my review for that book instead.

Hills of Shivers and Shadows left us high on adrenaline, broken-hearted and drowning in questions. Cage of Ice and Echoes follows these characters into the direct and harrowing aftermath where survival is the sole priority. Facing the desolate and unforgiving winter in remote Alaska head-on, Frankie and her men endure hardships and challenges that had my insides twisting with dread. Yet somewhere amidst the distressing darkness, their bonds shimmer like a beacon of hope, offering sinful indulgence and sweet relief through stolen moments.

I’m bound by heartstrings to two souls, brothers in name, family in blood, rivals in love, united in their resolve to protect one thing. Me.

While reading this story, my mind pulsed to the beat of my racing heart with two main questions: Will they all make it out alive? Will they uncover the truth of their trauma?

Even though I was mentally prepared for some of the revelations in this story, they still sunk to the bottom of my stomach like a stone. The darkness in this book is pervasive and disturbing, describing some of the worst atrocities and suffering imaginable, but not without purpose and respect for these characters' individual journeys of healing and resilience.

The bad parts had to happen so we could find our way here, to each other, to help us appreciate and treasure our hard-won love.

Pam Godwin's words lure me like a siren's song and I would follow her down any literary path. This series is a prime example of her striking prose and ability to express raw human emotion in such a beautiful, impactful and unique way. This lends so well to a why-choose romance where there are multiple players and incredibly intricate dynamics between them.

This instalment is shorter than the first, but makes great strides in terms of the overarching plot. It's a fast-paced, high-stress and emotional journey that had me in its grip. While we get some answers, new questions arise in the conclusion as we are met with another cliffhanger; I'm so ready for Heart of Frost and Scars and seriously relieved that Pam chose to release this whole trilogy in such a short time. I don't think I could stand waiting much longer between books!!

I would recommend this series to readers who love dark romance, complicated relationship dynamics, angst and trauma, inky black circ*mstances, survival stories, fierce female characters, indulgent spicy scenes, and suspenseful, twisted-up plots!

I'm so grateful to Pam Godwin for generously providing this arc in exchange for my honest review.

If I though Hills of Shivers and Shadows was captivating, it has nothing on this book.

First of all, how stunning is the cover? After Hills of Shivers and Shadows, I learned my lesson. The covers for this trilogy are riddled with hints. And connecting the cover with the story was very much an exciting experience. The "oh! So that's what this and that is there" was very satisfying.

We’ve been reduced to half-starved, physically weak, brutally exposed, feral creatures in survival mode. Impossible to hide from one another when we’re like this.

Cage of Ice end Echoes picks up after the dramatic events that unfolded at the end of Hills of Shivers and Shadows and words fail me as I try to explain the myriad of emotions I felt while reading this book.
There was curiosity, what would our characters do to survive the unforgiving winter. How far would they go to ensure that they didn't die of starvation?

Through the sheets of snow, a nightmare takes shape.

I am happy to inform that Pam delivered a fast paced piece that not only kept me on my toes but also answered a lot of the questions we had at the end of book 1.
Our characters resilience and need to survive was a marvel to read and absorb. Few would keep fighting faced with these conditions.

Watching their bond and their love bloom and stand the test of life and death was a beautiful thing to read.

The bad parts had to happen so we could find our way here, to each other, to help us appreciate and treasure our hard-won love.

I loved how the story unfolded, going back and forth between the need to survive the wilderness while looking for a clue to the riddle whispered by a dying man and a husband search for his wife while digging the secrets from his past.

I don't want to elaborate more on this review because I feel like the littlest bit of information I provide will be a spoiler hence why I mainly described my emotions.

By the time I got to the end, my sense of safety led me to believe that things were finally starting to look up but I should have expected the cliffhanger. My mind is riddled with so many theories and possibilities. I have more questions than I previously had and August just seem so far.

Thank you Pam Godwin for opportunity to read this early copy in exchange for an honest review.

Kidnapped.
Hostage in a wild icy hills.
Endure repeat rape, mental torture, starvation, so many near death experience, Kody-Frankie-Leo is one united with bond only death could severe.
This second book is about surviving.
Moral compass be damned.
Its all about survival to the finest.

And when freedom in hand, it still about surviving the mental clutch of their psycho tormentor.

Secrets reveal.
More puzzle emerge.
The broken bond threaten to disrupt their new bond simply by existing.

Pam Godwin is not ready to leave us take a deep breath at the end on this second book. For unknown is still lurking in the dark of the conclusion of this trilogy.

I'm enjoying this series, the author keeps the excitement on every page.Riveting. Raw. Intriguing. Sexy AF. It is an enticing story with unexpected twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat and guessing where it will take you next.

Cage of Ice and Echoes begins where we left off from Book 1. Frankie, Kody, and Leo continue to survive theharrowingwinter in Alaska while planning their escape and solving the riddle Denver has left for them.It was such an amazing sequel that I couldnot putdownthis book. I like Monty's POV, which has so many revelations and yet so many secrets.

Overall, Pam Godwin never disappoints. Itis well-written, the story moves rapidly, has fascinating characters, and agripping story.What more can I ask for... the conclusion of this series HEART OF FROST AND SCARS coming out in August 2024now that is torture I'm willing to endure.

Note: Advanced copy provided in exchange for an honest review.

So much of this review could be a spoiler so I will be a little vague here...

5 ⭐️
3 🌶️- + all the angst

This book was incredible! I'm obsessed. I could not stop! Flew through the pages. So many answers, yet so many questions! Had me on the edge of my seat the entire time and that end! Ahhh Pam! You're a magician! Another cliffy- my god is it August?? I need the third already!

P E R F E C T I O N
Pam Godwin can do no wrong and this series is probably some of her best work EVER.
The story is unlike anything I have ever read before. The twists and turns, the characters, the storyline. These men will take you on a wild ride and Frankie is caught up in the middle of it all!
Also, we have the husband. And omg I loved his story.
I cannot wait for the third book. Just amazing!

Pam Godwin continues to create beauty,madness, mayhem and sin in Cage of Ice and Echoes. This story is unlike anything I ever read and even at the end of second book, I am equally captivated. Brutal games of survival in middle of unforgiving nature mixes with heart wrenching love and blazing hot passion. This story is a mine field of secrets, dangers and lies. I felt like I am living in middle of the story, living every complex moment with the characters, feeling every cutting emotion with them and just taken away to a completely different world..all while sitting in my bed and kindle in my hand. Kudos to Pam Godwin who created everything with such gritty details and depth and made everything so much more intense. Ending with a savage cliffhanger, this story leaves us with glimpses of hope but also darkness of unknown future.

First part of this story is dedicated to Frankie and her men( Leonid and Kodiak) trying to survive the winter in Tundra after killing the villain Denver. It takes us through some bone chilling scenes where I lost my mind. But these are the times when their bond is growing and developing. Leo and Kodiak have never been loved. Their love for Frankie is feral and animalistic, with a bone deep need to possess and protect. These alphas need to learn to share and they will do that because they love Frankie. They may be strong in body but their hearts and minds are fractured by years of abuse, manipulated plays and mind games. They are still learning to love. Frankie is a phenomenal character. Her strength is awe inspiring. She is also bending and breaking under the pressure of grief and fear and pain but she manages to keep her love strong and that keeps her pushing forward.

The second part of the story comes with lots of twists and turns and after a point when I lost all hope myself and was turning pages eagerly. I am not sure how much I can say without giving away too much. But things are changing and unraveling properly. Frankie's husband Monty Novak is entering the picture. He is a complex character. While Leo and Kodiak live on very simple need of being everything Frankie needs..this powerful and rich man from civilization has more complicated sides. I cannot deny his presence is something else. Enigmatic. Charismatic. Ruthless. I have no idea how things will play out. It appears Monty and the others' lives are intertwined by cruel fate. How? You need to read!

I reviewed an early copy voluntarily

The darkest nights are yet to unfold, and the price of our survival might be higher than any of us dared to imagine.”

Ummmm… this ENTIRE book was one big adrenaline rush.
Alaskan Wilderness.
Survival.
Bears. Wolves. Caves. Shattered lakes.
Food is dwindling. Winter is here to stay.
And a message from the dead to unravel.

“Trapped in a cabin that holds the whispers of our despair and the heat of our intertwined bodies, we exist in a limbo of ice and shadows.”

This has many twists that I didn’t see. I’m still heartbroken over Wolf. Our remaining characters don’t even have time to grieve as the will to live outshines anything else.
They need to learn how to fly the plane. It’s their only hope.
Can they find the hidden manual?

*Why Choose
*MFM
Frankie must navigate the new polyamorous relationship with brothers that struggle to share. But also come to terms with it. It’s the love between the three that keep their hope.

I think the most heart wrenching subplot is Monty. Frankie moved on from her husband but he never stopped looking for her. He used every resource and through it all, found some unsavory discoveries about his family… but remained strong and stoic till the last page.
I really hope he is a trustful character. As that last riddle from Denver, we’re left not knowing who we can trust….

Easy Peasy 5 Stars. Pam Godwin is a master of her craft.

4.5 Stars

‘We find our strength in one another, in the promise of a dawn beyond the darkness, a spring beyond the winter. Three hearts, entwined by circ*mstance, bound by necessity, and fueled by love, beat as one against every threat we face.’

We are left gobsmacked yet again at the amazing storytelling of Pam Godwin, sure we’ve loved her since we read her for the first time back in 2013 but once again we’re left in awe. This Author is phenomenal and has penned some of our favourite books. Cage of Ice and Echoes is the second book in the Frozen Fate series and we loved it even more than Hills of Shivers and Shadows. We have completely taken the characters to heart and feel every emotion they go through. The way in which this Author draws out the atmosphere and mood through her superb writing style is incredibly intense. This Author should be on every dark romance readers must read list.

‘…this is us. Fire and ice. Raw and organic. Our love grows from the earth, rooting in the dead of winter and awakening like seeds in the thaw.’

We obviously do not want to go into any details for fear of spoilers, however, what we can say is that this series took a turn that completely gripped us, it had us unable to put our kindles down and our hearts were literally in our mouths as we read with fierce trepidation. As Frankie’s story continues, the darkness keeps swirling, the secrets keep mounting, even if some surprising and heartbreaking revelations do come to light. Pam Godwin had us gripped! This series is one hell of an addictive ride and we are here for every dark and twisted second of it.

“Can you forgive me?”
“What are your sins…?”

How do you manage to end each book on such a cliffhanger every single time? 😭

‼️Please check trigger warnings before reading this book‼️

I flew through this book and stayed up late to finish it just to know how it would end, to get some closure. But I ended up with more questions than answers. Do I regret it? Absolutely not! I loved every second of this book, felt every emotion, and my adrenaline was through the roof at some parts.

I thought I would hate Monty, but surprisingly, I loved him and actually want him to have a second chance with Frankie. But I have no idea how this would work with this complex situation.

The only problem here is I can’t wait until August, and I need the next book like yesterday because the cliffhanger isn’t human, and you can’t do this to us every single time, so please have mercy on me and send me the next book now 🥹

Thank Pam you so much for letting me read this book early; it was a great pleasure, and I enjoyed it so much.

4.75⭐️