Lords of Krete Series by Rachael Slate

She’s hiding within herself Kleoptoleme of the Amazons will have no man. Despite being in charge of the annual mating season, she won’t ever surrender her body—or her heart—again. Not after a great loss left her hollow inside. But her encounter with a provocative bear shifter just might change all that. He’ll scour the earth for his mark Lord Arctus of Krete has spent months searching for the Amazons’ secret camp... moreShe’s hiding within herself Kleoptoleme of the Amazons will have no man. Despite being in charge of the annual mating season, she won’t ever surrender her body—or her heart—again. Not after a great loss left her hollow inside. But her encounter with a provocative bear shifter just might change all that. He’ll scour the earth for his mark Lord Arctus of Krete has spent months searching for the Amazons’ secret camp. Desperate for an army to overthrow the illegitimate King Minos, he’ll agree to any terms—even becoming the breeding male of the alluring Kleo. To prove his worth and secure her aid, he’ll have to challenge her—to a duel of hearts. Together, they’ll thrive; apart, they’ll shrivel into nothingness Love entwines about their hearts, but the darkness from Kleo’s past threatens to sever their bond. And it will take every ounce of their will to find a way to grow new roots together. less

She’s firmly rooted Airla and her nymph sisters, the Hamadryades, are cursed. Bound to the trees from which they were birthed, they’re slowly dying in a frozen wasteland. When the last leaf from Airla’s branches freezes, so will she. Yet beyond her reach lies the one male who can set her free. Only, he’s the one who cursed her in the first place. And she’d rather turn to ice than trust him again. His mark lies on the wind As a lone wolf shifter, Lord Lycus of Krete follows no one’s path... moreShe’s firmly rooted Airla and her nymph sisters, the Hamadryades, are cursed. Bound to the trees from which they were birthed, they’re slowly dying in a frozen wasteland. When the last leaf from Airla’s branches freezes, so will she. Yet beyond her reach lies the one male who can set her free. Only, he’s the one who cursed her in the first place. And she’d rather turn to ice than trust him again. His mark lies on the wind As a lone wolf shifter, Lord Lycus of Krete follows no one’s path. While his brothers are off searching for an army to free their centaur race, he wanders into the frigid northern barren lands, where no one exists. Or so he thinks. The only thing not frozen in this wasteland is the seductive Airla’s fiery wrath. Until one touch changes everything and a love denied just might blaze hot enough to melt even her glacial defenses. Caught in a whirlwind of Fate Lycus vows to set the Hamadryades free once more. Except, their trees are frozen and moving them might shatter not only their grove, but their entire race. Together, they’ll have to skirt the edges of danger and thwart a god, risking their lives and their hearts to change the direction of their destinies. The Lords of Krete Series (A spin-off of the Halcyon Romance Series) Five interwoven tales of allurement, redemption, and devotion where powerful, steadfast males and bold, spirited females battle the elements within themselves to prove that true love stays the course and conquers all. Water's Mark Earth's Mark Air's Mark Fire's Mark Aether's Mark Halcyon Romance Series Reading Order: Halcyon Romance: Book 1: Moon Borne Book 2: Earth Borne Book 3: Water Borne Lords of Thessaly: (series now complete!) Book 1: Wicked Lord of Thessaly Book 2: Brutish Lord of Thessaly Book 3: Masterful Lord of Thessaly Book 4: Untamed Lord of Thessaly Book 5: Lost Lady of Thessaly Lords of Krete: Book 1: Water's Mark (a Zodiac Shifters Paranormal Romance: Cancer) Book 2: Earth's Mark Book 3: Air's Mark Book 4: Fire's Mark Book 5: Aether's Mark Cursed Immortals: Book 1: Shadow Borne Other books by Rachael Slate: Chinese Zodiac Romance Series Reading Order: Book 1: Trancing the Tiger Book 2: Rematch Book 3: By the Horns Book 4: Match Me Later Book 5: Reining Him In Book 6: Matching Dragons Book 7: Never Match a Dragon Book 8: In Wolf's Clothing less

She’s a monster of myth and legend A century ago, the minotaurs exploited harpy Enyo in their schemes against the centaur race, and her sisters paid the price. Now, she won’t rest until they’re free—and she seizes retribution from the minotaur who deceived her. But her plans for vengeance crumble to ash when a beastly warrior tries to thieve what’s hers. She can stave off the passions scorching between them and survive his fiery embrace, unless he learns what and who she truly is... moreShe’s a monster of myth and legend A century ago, the minotaurs exploited harpy Enyo in their schemes against the centaur race, and her sisters paid the price. Now, she won’t rest until they’re free—and she seizes retribution from the minotaur who deceived her. But her plans for vengeance crumble to ash when a beastly warrior tries to thieve what’s hers. She can stave off the passions scorching between them and survive his fiery embrace, unless he learns what and who she truly is. He’s a warrior sworn to slay her Dragon shifter Lord Demoleon of Krete has vowed to recover the mythical sword of Aegeus, the one weapon capable of destroying a minotaur. Without the blade, his brethren stand no chance of victory against the vile King Minos and of reclaiming their rightful centaur throne. But an enticing vixen also seeks the sword, and they can’t both have it. When he discovers she played a part in the decimation of his people, he’s bound to eradicate her and her entire race. Yet, his heart has other ideas. Engulfed in the flames of their desires Enyo and Demoleon must work together to save both their races, but a hatred this primal threatens to squelch their love. When War descends and the wills of their families clash, the only way to save one is to destroy the other. less

He wields the power of Aether, but she will leave him enamored She guides the paths of others Minthe of the Asteriae, star nymphs, possesses the power to light the paths of lost souls. The only future she can’t navigate is her own. After being imprisoned by the ruthless Lapith King, she’s instructed to aid her rescuer—an enticing stranger from a faraway land who desperately needs her clarity... moreHe wields the power of Aether, but she will leave him enamored She guides the paths of others Minthe of the Asteriae, star nymphs, possesses the power to light the paths of lost souls. The only future she can’t navigate is her own. After being imprisoned by the ruthless Lapith King, she’s instructed to aid her rescuer—an enticing stranger from a faraway land who desperately needs her clarity. Yet his haunting past and the nebulous future before him are both so uncertain, helping him threatens to extinguish her own light. His mark is written in the stars Eagle shifter and Master of the Aether, Lord Rhoetus lives in the in-between. As the rightful King to the centaur throne of Krete, he knows his destiny and his path, until a fiery nymph challenges him with another future. On the verge of an unforgivable act of betrayal, he’ll have to choose between his mate and his Kingdom, because he can never have both. Trapped in the starlight of their Fates War descends and even the light of their love might not be enough. When Rhoetus and Minthe fall victim to the darkness lurking inside them, saving their world means first saving each other. The Lords of Krete Series (A spin-off of the Halcyon Romance Series) Five interwoven tales of allurement, redemption, and devotion where powerful, steadfast males and bold, spirited females battle the elements within themselves to prove that true love stays the course and conquers all. Water's Mark Earth's Mark Air's Mark Fire's Mark Aether's Mark Halcyon Romance Series Reading Order: Halcyon Romance: Book 1: Moon Borne Book 2: Earth Borne Book 3: Water Borne Lords of Thessaly: (series now complete!) Book 1: Wicked Lord of Thessaly Book 2: Brutish Lord of Thessaly Book 3: Masterful Lord of Thessaly Book 4: Untamed Lord of Thessaly Book 5: Lost Lady of Thessaly Lords of Krete: Book 1: Water's Mark (a Zodiac Shifters Paranormal Romance: Cancer) Book 2: Earth's Mark Book 3: Air's Mark Book 4: Fire's Mark Book 5: Aether's Mark Cursed Immortals: Book 1: Shadow Borne Other books by Rachael Slate: Chinese Zodiac Romance Series Reading Order: Book 1: Trancing the Tiger Book 2: Rematch Book 3: By the Horns Book 4: Match Me Later Book 5: Reining Him In Book 6: Matching Dragons Book 7: Never Match a Dragon Book 8: In Wolf's Clothing less