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Escape Clause

Cosmic Mates #1 / 8
by Cara Bristol
Escape Clause (Cosmic Mates #1) by Cara Bristol
  ★ 8.50 / 2
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The only thing they can’t escape is love…

After a nano-virus devastates Caradonia, leaving the planet in desperate need of women, leader Krogan launches a last-ditch effort to save their civilization—convince men to accept human brides through Cosmic Mates.

Krogan himself has no time or desire for a wife. A driven workaholic, he’s focused on solving his planet’s problems and maintaining peace in the world. But his people look to him to set an example. If he doesn’t take a wife through Cosmic Mates no one else will either. Thankfully, there’s an escape clause, and at the end of the trial period, he intends to use it.
Fleeing a horrid and powerful man, Hope Bennett reluctantly agrees to a marriage of convenience with an alien. The last thing she desires is to be locked into an unwanted union. Been there, almost did that. Fortunately, the escape clause in the contract gives her an out, and when it’s safe, she can go home to Terra Nova.

Hope and Krogan promise each other a marriage in name only and vow to separate when the contract provisions are satisfied. But as they let down their guard, they recognize a kindred spirit in each other. Love and passion blossom, and each begins to long for a deeper, permanent union.

Just as their secret wishes are about to be fulfilled, violent tensions erupt out of the pandemic, forcing Krogan into a dilemma—to save Hope he must invoke the escape clause of their marriage contract.

If he sends her away, will she ever come back? 

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Category: Science Fiction, Romance, Alien Romance
Release date: July 15, 2024

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Cara Bristol

Cara Bristol is a USA Today bestselling author who has carved out a unique niche in the world of science fiction romance. Known for her captivating stories featuring tough alien and cyborg heroes, Cara’s novels take readers on thrilling journeys where strong-willed heroines and brooding, powerful protagonists collide in worlds full of passion, danger, and adventure.

When she's not conjuring up faraway galaxies or envisioning futuristic worlds, Cara enjoys the quiet pleasures of home life. A self-proclaimed homebody, she shares her life with her husband, a wanderer at heart. Together, they travel the globe while checking off items on her bucket list—most notably, visiting all seven continents and, in a lighter moment, petting a squirrel. It's these very contrasts—her love of the familiar and her curiosity for the unknown—that infuse her writing with depth, allowing readers to escape into complex, yet relatable stories.

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Cara’s journey into writing began in 2009 with her first erotic romance. Over the years, she transitioned into the world of sci-fi romance, where she found her true calling. With over twenty-seven books published, her most beloved series, like Breeder and Cy-Ops, showcase her talent for blending steamy romance with fast-paced adventure. Cara's books are celebrated for their emotional intensity, strong characters, and the way they explore relationships in otherworldly settings.

An avid reader herself, Cara is deeply influenced by her love of science fiction, adventure, and romance, and this passion is woven throughout her works. Her fans appreciate the way she effortlessly combines high-stakes plotlines with heartfelt emotions, creating stories that are as thrilling as they are touching.

Outside of writing, Cara remains active in her community of readers and writers, frequently engaging with her fans on social media. Whether it's sharing sneak peeks into her upcoming projects, posting humorous extras, or just chatting about her latest squirrel sighting, she loves connecting with her audience.

For those new to her work, Cara offers a free sci-fi romance novel on her website, inviting readers into her universe of unforgettable heroes and heroines. With each new book, Cara Bristol continues to build her legacy as a leading voice in science fiction romance, one passionate, thrilling story at a time.

Cosmic Mates

Not all soulmates are born on Earth. In Cosmic Mates, love is written in the stars—sometimes in alien script, sometimes in instinct—and always with consequences that ripple across galaxies. This series blends sizzling sci-fi romance with pulse-pounding adventure, bringing together interstellar warriors, unlikely heroines, and bonds that transcend planets, species, and logic.

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Each story orbits around a central spark: two beings from vastly different worlds navigating cultural clashes, language barriers, and the weight of destiny. But these aren’t just tales of otherworldly attraction—they’re layered, character-driven journeys where survival, sovereignty, and identity hang in the balance. The world-building is immersive without being overwhelming, striking a careful balance between futuristic tech and raw, emotional stakes.

The tone shifts between action-packed tension and deeply personal intimacy, exploring what it means to truly connect—whether through a forced proximity crash landing, a marriage of political necessity, or an instinctual alien claiming that rewrites both hearts and rules. If you’re drawn to slow-burn passion ignited in the vacuum of space, or fierce heroines who hold their ground even on foreign soil, this series delivers the perfect blend of heat, humor, and heart.


Cosmic Mates consists of six books and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of two more books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

Escape Clause (Cosmic Mates #1)
  ★ 8.50 / 2
Help Wanted: Wife (Cosmic Mates #2)
  ★ 8.50 / 2
Kiss of Steel: A Cyborg Romance (Cosmic Mates #3)
  ★ 9.00 / 1
Kiss of Fury: A Cyborg Romance (Cosmic Mates #4)
  ★ 9.50 / 2
Double Take (Cosmic Mates #5)
  ★ 9.50 / 2
Double Bind (Cosmic Mates #6)
  ★ 10.00 / 2
Alien Heir (Cosmic Mates #7)
  ⧗ 10.00 / 1
Cosmic Mates #8 (Cosmic Mates #8)
  ⧗ 10.00 / 1


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