For fans of The Bridge Kingdom and A Deal with the Elf King, this arranged marriage romance about a human princess forced to wed a dark and desperate Shadow King is sure to entice!
A shunned princess. A reluctant king. A marriage that could save both their kingdoms . . . but destroy their hearts.
Though she is the oldest daughter, Princess Faraine lives in the background, shunned from court and kept out of sight. Her chronic illness makes her a liability to the crown, and she has learned to give place to her beautiful, favored younger sister in all things.
When the handsome and enigmatic Shadow King comes seeking a bride, Faraine is not surprised that her sister is his choice.
Though not eager to take a human bride, King Vor is willing to do what is necessary for the sake of his people. When he meets the lively Princess Ilsevel, he quickly agrees to a marriage arrangement.
So why can’t he get the haunting eyes of her older sister out of his head?
Passionate and alluring, Bride of the Shadow King is an arranged marriage tale with dual point-of-view (his and hers). The first book in a new fantasy romance series, this sweeping tale of love and betrayal is perfect for readers looking for a touch of spice to go with the sweet in their next swoony, slow-burn romance.
I’ve been on a bit of a fantasy/Paranormal kick lately, and Bride of the Shadow King does not disappoint.
This story is written well and entertaining. I enjoyed the world-building and magic. The characters were intriguing and frustrating at the same time. The romance was a slow burn with an intense quality to it.
Overall, I think this series is off to a great start. The action, chemistry, and betrayal will leave you begging for more. I can’t wait to see where this series will go next.
*Thank you so much to the publisher & NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this title*
From the author of Gorgeous Lies comes the next book in the Harding Brothers Series. Sweet Nothings isan Angsty, Marriage of Convenience/Arranged Marriage, Billionaire Romance.
Lennon Harding, heir to his father’s billionaire law firm, could have had anyone. But he chose me. Well. . . not quite.
On my nineteenth birthday, he whispered sweet nothings into my ear. Six years later, while his family tried to screw over mine, he’d looked at me as if we’d never met. Now, at his father’s funeral, Lennon learns inheriting the Harding legacy won’t come without a price.
So, when he proposes the idea of me becoming his wife, I’m quick to turn him down. I’m no stranger to being used, and Lennon’s proposal is no different, but when tragic news hits my family, I’m suddenly sprinting to meet him at the altar.
Because I desperately need him now, almost as much as he needs me.
But the more we settle into our roles of husband and wife, the harder I find it to ignore the feelings of our past reigniting. The way his lips feel against mine. The way his hands easily wander without thought. And before long, I’m starting to wonder if his whispers of sweet nothings have always meant as much to him as they have to me.
But with a heart as dark as his, that isn’t possible . . . is it?
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After reading Gorgeous Lies, I knew without a doubt that I had to get my hands on the next book in the Harding Brothers series, and let me tell you, Brittany Taylor does not disappoint. Sweet Nothings is a must-read marriage of convenience/second chance romance that will tug at your heartstrings and leave you with all the feels.
When Laurel and Lennon met on her 19th birthday, they were drawn together like magnets. Who knew a simple car ride would become passion and whispered sweet nothings? It will be six years before Lennon and Laurel are reunited and unfortunately for Laurel, Lennon acts closed off and cold; like he doesn’t even know her. That moment would spawn Laurel’s hatred for Lennon.
Sweet Nothings captured my attention from the very first page. I loved learning how Lennon and Laurel met and how everything tragically went wrong. Laurel is fierce and will do anything to help those she loves. She’s no stranger to heartache and will protect her heart at all costs…On the outside, Lennon appears to be cruel and black-hearted. But, there is so much more to him than meets the eye. Beneath the facade he puts on for everyone, is a man with a huge heart, who isn’t afraid to go after what he wants and in this case, he’s desperate to win Laurel over. One of my favorite things about Lennon was his willingness to be open with Laurel about his past and bare his soul. I found his vulnerability to be undeniably sexy.
Laurel and Lennon’s chemistry was instant and palpable. Their banter left me hanging on each and every word and made me desperate for their next encounter. I could tell from the very beginning that despite their marriage being one of convenience, Laurel and Lennon’s feelings ran deeper than either of them realized. I loved watching them grow together as a couple, become vulnerable with each other, and navigate their way through everything that life threw at them.
Sweet Nothings is one of those reads that will leave you thinking about it long after you reach the end. The characters are real, relatable, and perfectly flawed. This story is filled with romance, longing, and heartache. It has just the right amount of angst and drama and never felt over the top. If you love swoon-worthy marriage of convenience and second-chance romances, you won’t want to miss Sweet Nothings. I for one can not wait to see what this author will bring to the table next.
*I was provided an ARC copy of this book, in exchange for an honest review*
Meet Brittany Taylor
Brittany is a New Adult, Contemporary romance author best known for writing steamy, heart-clenching love stories, pulling out all the feels. She resides in Maine with her two sons and husband. She loves reading and writing spicy romances and is a Starbucks addict.
Tall, powerful, and lethally gorgeous, Drazen Krylov is the ruthless boogeyman the Bratva world fears.
He’s also the masked man from the app whom I unknowingly shared my darkest, most depraved urges with.
Now the fantasy has become a nightmare.
Drazen says I did terrible, unforgivable things.
He says I owe a debt, and I’ll pay the price by pretending to be his dead wife.
I look just like her.
The thing is, I might be her…
My past is an amnesia haze of blank memories.
My future is in his hands.
My name is Taylor Crown.
At least, so I’ve been told.
And I may have married a monster.
Now, I need to remember why.
Monstrous Urges is a standalone dark mafia romance with a smart, untamable heroine, and an ultra possessive psycho hero with “look at her and I’ll unalive you” energy. Readers are STRONGLY advised to read the TW inside. No cliffhanger; HEA included.
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A reader first and foremost, Jagger Cole cut his romance writing teeth penning various fan-fiction stories years ago. After deciding to hang up his writing boots, Jagger worked in advertising pretending to be Don Draper. It worked enough to convince a woman way out of his league to marry him, though, which is a total win.
Now, Dad to two little princesses and King to a Queen, Jagger is thrilled to be back at the keyboard.
When not writing or reading romance books, he can be found woodworking, enjoying good whiskey, and grilling outside–rain or shine.
Natasha Knight is the USA Today Bestselling author of Romantic Suspense and Dark Romance Novels. She has sold over half a million books and is translated into six languages. She currently lives in The Netherlands with her husband and two daughters and when she’s not writing, she’s walking in the woods listening to a book, sitting in a corner reading or off exploring the world as often as she can get away.
Natasha Knight is the USA Today Bestselling author of Romantic Suspense and Dark Romance Novels. She has sold over half a million books and is translated into six languages. She currently lives in The Netherlands with her husband and two daughters and when she’s not writing, she’s walking in the woods listening to a book, sitting in a corner reading or off exploring the world as often as she can get away.
A. Zavarelli is a USA Today and Amazon bestselling author.
She likes all things chocolate, books that come with warnings, and putting her characters through hell. Her tales have been known to flirt with darkness and sometimes court it unabashedly altogether. Revenge themes and tortured souls are her favorites to write and this gives her an excuse to watch bizarre and twisted documentaries in her spare time.
She currently lives in the Northwest with her lumberjack and an entire brood of fur babies.
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