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Subject Thirteen

Mutant Mates #2 / 2
by Venus Nox
Subject Thirteen (Mutant Mates #2) by Venus Nox
⧗ 8.00 / 1
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A brilliant scientist. Her captive subject. Their forbidden bond…

When PhD student Selene Sinclair starts a summer internship at a military laboratory, it seems like a great opportunity. She’ll be helping the war effort — and working under the charismatic genius Dr Marcus Lockwood, famous for his innovative genetics research.

But Selene soon discovers that all is not as it appears in Watergap, Oregon. Why is the lab so secretive? Whose DNA samples could be returning such abnormal results? And what’s hidden behind that locked door…?

Read Selene and Weaver’s story, and escape from the subterranean cells of the Watergap laboratory, in this upcoming sequel to Mutant Mine.

Also known as Mutant Mine Book 2.
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Science FictionRomanceAlien RomanceSlow Burn RomanceAdult
Release date: 2026 (upcoming)

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Venus Nox

Venus Nox has always looked to the stars for inspiration, imagining a universe full of mysterious beings and unexpected adventures. Growing up with a love for Star Trek and a curiosity about the unknown, she now channels that wonder into her writing, blending romance with sci-fi and alien encounters.

Living in England with her partner and an ever-growing collection of houseplants, Venus is just as likely to be found walking along the sea or petting stray cats as she is crafting her next thrilling tale. Her debut novel, Mutant Mine, takes readers on an intergalactic journey where secrets and passion collide aboard a prison ship, bringing together two unlikely characters—Rory, a woman on the run, and Roth, a dangerous prisoner.

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Though new to the world of published authors, Venus brings a fresh perspective to the sci-fi romance genre with her engaging plots and relatable, flawed characters. When she's not writing, she's always planning her next escape into a world of imagination. Fans can look forward to more stories that mix adventure, romance, and the unpredictable twists of the universe.

Mutant Mates

In the Mutant Mates series, Venus Nox creates a world where survival, forbidden love, and a galaxy brimming with danger collide. Set in a dystopian future, this series weaves together the raw intensity of interspecies romance with high-stakes adventure, offering a unique blend of sci-fi thrills and emotional depth.

The first book, Mutant Mine, introduces Rory Finch, a woman on the run, hiding in plain sight aboard the Hades, a prison ship transporting dangerous criminals to a barren mining world. Disguised as a man, Rory’s only goal is to survive the journey and secure her pay. But things take an unexpected turn when she crosses paths with Roth—a towering, reptilian mutant, notorious for his deadly prowess. When the ship’s security systems fail, releasing Roth from his chains, the pair must navigate the chaos that follows. As their worlds collide in ways neither could have predicted, their forced partnership sparks a fiery connection that challenges everything they thought they knew about themselves and each other.

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With its vivid world-building and unexpected twists, Mutant Mates explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the battle for freedom in a universe that thrives on control and exploitation. The series delves deep into what it means to trust and love in a world where everything—including the heart—feels like it's up for grabs. As Rory and Roth’s bond intensifies, readers will find themselves questioning who the real enemies are—those that wear chains, or those who hold the power to break them.

Venus Nox’s storytelling is full of complexity and passion, balancing suspense and tenderness in equal measure. The slow-burn romance is grounded in both character growth and survival, making every moment feel earned. Each book builds on this tension, ensuring readers are hooked from one installment to the next.

With Subject Thirteen and beyond, the Mutant Mates series promises to continue its thrilling exploration of love, trust, and the unpredictable forces that bind us all—whether through fate or sheer willpower. Fans of alien romances, high-octane survival tales, and character-driven narratives will find themselves immersed in this dangerous, exhilarating world.


Mutant Mates consists of one book and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

Mutant Mine (Mutant Mates #1)
★ 10.00 / 2
Subject Thirteen (Mutant Mates #2)
⧗ 8.00 / 1


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