This is book 4 in the Elizabeth Cage series and I think I read it’s the last one so everything should be coming to an end and all of those loose ends should be getting tied up. This series was started a long time ago when Taylor was still a relatively baby author and sometimes it feels like she just has so many ideas and throws them all at the wall to see what sticks. These books have always been somewhat episodic as Elizabeth lurches from one disaster to another being suitably traumatises throughout, this remains the same Bad Moon as blood is left on her doorstep and threatening messages are sent. Taylor gets away with a lot because her characters are so charming and her writing is so good. The end of the series was fairly satisfying but there are still a lot of unanswered questions. The whole seeing colours thing is never really explained but it doesn’t really matter because everyone is so charming and funny.

Elizabeth Cage has given up on the idea of a nice, quiet life. She’s partnering with Michael Jones to use her aura-reading talents to help anyone with something a little odd going on, and there’s that thing she can’t quite remember….

Jodi Taylor always draws me in, even though paranormal isn’t my usual genre. This is definitely best read in series order. Elizabeth is a fascinating character who keeps growing into herself, and she’s gaining some very unusual self-knowledge. She has some creepy adventures, and I don’t recommend reading before bed.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher!

I received a proof copy of Bad Moon in exchange for an honest review.

It was great to return to the world of Elizabeth Cage, where our heroine is still trying to work out what happened last Christmas, why Jones is acting as though he's afraid of her, and whether Nigel (Iblis' canine companion) is going to share his fleas with her upholstery. There's a lot packed in as we revisit Elizabeth's old enemies to try to find out who has it in for her, while she manages to rack up some new enemies through her and Jones' supernatural investigations.

As always Jodi Taylor writes with such imagination and spark. This one is a supernatural thriller with Taylor's trademark wit thrown in and is a good read, although if you haven't read the earlier Elizabeth Cage books I would recommend starting from the beginning.

Bad Moon by Jodi Taylor is the fourth instalment in the Elizabeth Cage series — and trust me, it was absolutely worth the wait after the jaw-dropping revelations in the previous book, Long Shadows. Ever since the Christmas she can’t remember, Elizabeth’s world has been unravelling, and she can’t shake the feeling of danger closing in on her. Now she awakens each day to find fresh blood on her doorstep, and one day there is a chilling note threatening her own life — one disturbingly penned in her own handwriting.
Taylor doesn’t hold back in this one. Bad Moon is packed with action, as Elizabeth is constantly on the run from one threat to another, all while trying to maintain some semblance of a normal life. She’s dealing with the haunting fallout from her forgotten Christmas, juggling work, navigating her complicated relationship with Michael Jones, and keeping Iblis and Nigel fed and watered. Familiar faces from her past resurface — some welcome, some not — adding even more depth to the richly layered world Taylor has created.
This series has everything I’ve come to love about Jodi Taylor’s writing: eccentricity, charm, heart-pounding thrills, and moments of pure, spine-tingling terror. Elizabeth is another brilliant addition to Taylor’s gallery of unforgettable female protagonists, and the world she inhabits continues to grow more intriguing with every book. I’m already hoping for book five — I need to know Elizabeth’s answer to the question she is asked in the closing pages.

Selecting one of my favorite authors and one of my favorite series ever may not have been a smart choice for my first Netgalley review, but I promised I would be honest.

So going on, no spoilers for the current book, but I may reference things from past books.

If this is your first time with Jodi Taylor’s Elizabeth Cage series, back out now and run and read the other books starting with White Silence. The books build on each other, and there is an epic reveal in Long Shadows that elevates the series from enjoyable to epic, in my opinion.

Elizabeth Cage, who sees colors aka people’s auras, life is accelerating. Beginning with White Silence, her adventures and escapades are increasing and getting more and more dangerous. The cast of crazies that torment and support her are back: the man mountain Michael Jones, dashing Iblis, long suffering Melek, stinky Nigel and others I dare not name. Even creepy Dr. Sorenson is back in a small role. Neither Elizabeth and Michael Jones’ romance or attempt at a detective agency with supernatural support really get off the ground as much as they would like due to interference from angry cult women, serpent threats, bad demons and other disgruntled supernatural forces.

Same wry and dry humor, same charming antics of Iblis who lives to rile the others up, perhaps not as much Michael Jones and Elizabeth Cage interaction as I would like. The ending makes it clear there is more to come, and for that…THANK YOU!

A great addition to the series.

This is another excellent instalment in the Elizabeth Cage series, with plenty of creepy happenings, witty repartee, action-packed adventures and, for those who have read the earlier books (highly recommended), a good dose of resolution.

Elizabeth Cage is an introvert with a secret. She can “read” people through their colours as well as make contact with other worldly beings. Along with strong, charismatic and perennially cheerful love interest, Michael Jones, and a collection of friendly, if sometimes terrifying, oddballs, she reluctantly embarks on a series of adventures, vanquishing demons, ghosts and giant serpents. The adventure is offset by some charmingly comic domestic scenes including our heroes sharing an office and Iblis and Melek hosting a dinner party.

Jodi Taylor’s books are funny and heartfelt, with an edge that makes her characters and their relationships stay in the memory long after reading. This one does not disappoint.

With thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for an advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review.

I am already a big fan of Jodi Taylor, I discovered her through the St. Mary’s/Time Police series. The Elizabeth Cage series I discovered a little later. Honestly, it did not sound like my kind of thing. Happily, I gave the series a chance and was proven wrong. This is the fourth in the series and it did not disappoint. It is a great adventure-with suspense and thrills and legitimate stakes. The story has wit, humor, and warmth. There are characters you want to hang out with and root for. The bad guys are really bad, so you can cheer when they get what they deserve. The writing is so good that the sheer unlikeliness of the events does not matter. I was all in from the start. I think there was an entire chapter where I barely breathed I was so caught up in the story. I know I am gushing a bit, but I honestly do not know how Jodi Taylor keeps putting out such compelling and enjoyable stories. I have never had a bad time reading a Jodi Taylor book. The only note I have is that this story relates back to the earlier books in the series. You could read this fourth installment on its own, but I would not recommend it. You should really read the previous three books first, or you will not be up to speed with characters and events. I highly recommend this one if you are already a fan, and I highly recommend you start with Book 1 if you are not already a fan.

Another classic from Jodi Taylor.

This is the fourth book in the Elizabeth Cage series but it’s the first one I’ve read. As usual though it has all of my favourite bits of Taylor’s writing - evocative description, clear dialogue, well defined dialogue and an interesting plot. I enjoyed reading it.

Thanks to the author, publisher & NetGalley for access to this arc in return for an honest review.

I absolutely love everything. Jodi Taylor writes. This Elizabeth Cage series is where she gives reign to a lot of fun and some of the plots are wonderfully and totally bonkers. Prepare to lose many hours of your life as you immerse yourself in the supernatural with its twists and turns and some holes in the earlier books resolved . At times very funny and also very scary wondering where on earth this is all heading. The interplay between all the characters just gets better and better as each book develops. Do not start with this book but with the beginning of the series as it will make no sense otherwise.
This is not my most favourite series as the Chronicles of Saint Mary’s is by far the best. But this is much darker and has some really gruesome bits to it. I still highly recommend it though, and as always, will be waiting for the next one. And then have to reread all the previous ones before I can!

Another installment in the excellent Elizabeth Cage series from Jodi Taylor. I'm a big fan of all Jodi Taylor's books and her imagination seems to know no bounds. This series of which Bad Moon is book 4 is a little more weird than the St Mary's or Time Police books and it's probably advisable to read books 1-3 first if you want to have any idea of what is going on. Elizabeth and her crew have an assortment of rather strange and unusual adventures following the pattern of the previous books which are hilarious. Jodi's knowledge of Ancient history is well known from the St. Mary's books and is put to good use again in this book. All together an enjoyable and fun read.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read an advance copy. All opinions are my own.

Bad Moon by Jodi Taylor is a masterfully crafted thriller that grips you from the very first page and refuses to let go. With a perfect blend of suspense, mystery, and a hint of the supernatural, Taylor weaves an atmospheric and unsettling tale that lingers long after the final chapter. The writing is immersive, painting a vivid and eerie backdrop that sets the perfect tone for the unfolding mystery.

The characters are richly developed, particularly the protagonist, whose journey is both gripping and emotionally compelling. Taylor expertly balances psychological tension with well-placed twists, keeping readers on edge as the truth slowly unravels. Every interaction, every shadowy corner of the story, is charged with an underlying sense of unease, making it impossible to put the book down.

The pacing is spot-on, with each revelation leading seamlessly into the next, building to a satisfying and unforgettable conclusion. Bad Moon is an exceptional thriller that delivers both heart-pounding suspense and emotional depth. A well-deserved 5-star read—perfect for those who love atmospheric mysteries with a dark, gripping edge.

The new Supernatural Elizabeth Cage book, Bad Moon, does not disappoint. We meet many characters known from the previous books, Cage herself and her friend Michael Jones and their will they/won’t they relationship continues, and their quirky Fae friends are still around. Cage and Jones set up an agency to investigate and deal with supernatural or earthly problems and this gets them in to a number of dangerous, terrifying and life threatening situations. We learn a lot more about Elizabeth Cage’s character and history in this book which is (as always) a very well written example of Jodi Taylors work. I would say that it is best to read the other books in the series first or you would find it confusing: these are in order White Silence; Dark Light; Long Shadows.
I am a huge fan of Jodi Taylors Chronicles of St Marys and Time Police series, the Cage books are a little on the scary side for me but I still enjoy them. Just be aware if you are easily frightened! Here’s to the next instalment of Elizabeth Cage books, we still have a lot to find out about her.

Loved this - a great series from Jodi Taylor. A fabulous entertaining read on the ongoing supernatural adventures of Elizabeth Cage, an ordinary woman with extraordinary powers, and a team of minor gods on her side. They have a reassuring reliance on take aways in times of stress, which I can relate to. Everything Jodi Taylor writes is so readable, funny and relatable - I love them.

I was lucky enough to read an advance copy and it didn’t disappoint. It’s the fourth book in the Elizabeth Cage series, a dark supernatural style fantasy, and continues from where previous books have left off so I’d really advise you read them in order. I had to concentrate a bit more on the supernatural bits but all was revealed further on in the book. The main cast of characters all showed up to do their part and one particular surprise appearance which I didn’t see coming. I’m being deliberately vague as I don’t want to spoil the journey.
This series of books is totally different to any of Jodi’s other series but, if you enjoy something a bit outside the box, this is for you. I love the unpredictable nature of these books as you can’t predict where Jodi is going to lead you, all I can say is it’s dark!

I had this book as an ARC (Advanced Reader Copy) from the publisher via NetGalley and was very pleased to be able to take a peek before publication. I've read all the other Elizabeth Cage book (and every Jodi Taylor book I can get my hands on) so I was really looking forward to this - and it did not disappoint. Note for new readers, this in NOT the place to start. Go back and read White Silence, Dark Light and Long Shadows before tackling this one. Elizabeth Cage can read people's auras. She sees them as colours and can tell their mood and whether they are lying or not. No one can keep a secret from her. In White Silence, this led to a great deal of trouble via Doctor Sorensen in the wake of the sudden death of Elizabeth's husband, Ted. Incarcerated in Sorensen's clinic, Elizabeth met Michael Jones, a somewhat shady character with dark governmental connections. In the previous three books they saved each other (a lot), and as this fourth book opens Elizabeth is living a quiet life, which is exactly how she likes it - or does she? Things are changing. Something happened last Christmas that she can't quite remember, and on top of that she might have accepted a freeelance job from an unnamed government department that Jones seems very familiar with. And then she finds blood on her doorstep. Iblis and his mangy dog, Nigel turn up. Iblis speaks in eighteenth century cadences and likes to eat fish and chips, drink Elizabeth's beer and watch her TV. His partner, Melek, is something of an enigma and might or might not have powers, but certainly knows a lot more about Elizabeth than she's telling. Then Elizabeth gets a note, apparently in her own handwriting: 'I always send the serpent...' Elizabeth doesn't know what's going on which, apparently, is for her own good. Yeah, right. During the course of this book she finds out. Written in Jodi Taylor's quirky style this is a supernatural thriller. Expect danger, magic, revisiting the scenes of former adventures and - oh yes - a serpent. Something is trying to rise from the darkness under a bad moon. Highly recommended.

Another excellent book from Jodi Taylor. I really love the Elizabeth Cage novels. This is book 4 and it felt a little more filler than the previous three. There was some good forward movement, but it left a lot of hanging questions which leave me waiting for (hopefully!) book 5 to get some answers.