The Ithenmyr Chronicles Series by Elayna R. Gallea

She refuses to be bound to anyone; he’s trying to find freedom.Aileana is the King’s pet. She has lived her entire life in a tower, waiting for the day she will be forced to marry his son.When that day arrives, she has a plan. Armed with her daggers and her desire for freedom, she runs from the King and his deadly power.Xander has spent his entire life on the run. He doesn’t need anyone or anything, certainly not a mate... moreShe refuses to be bound to anyone; he’s trying to find freedom.Aileana is the King’s pet. She has lived her entire life in a tower, waiting for the day she will be forced to marry his son.When that day arrives, she has a plan. Armed with her daggers and her desire for freedom, she runs from the King and his deadly power.Xander has spent his entire life on the run. He doesn’t need anyone or anything, certainly not a mate. But when his path crosses with a feisty Elf, nothing will ever be the same again.He has secrets to keep. She wants to leave Ithenmyr behind and not look back.Fate has other plans for them both.This slow burn, enemies-to-lovers romantic fantasy is filled with banter, fated mates, fake marriage, world-building and is the first in The Ithenmyr Chronicles. less

Her magic is bound; his secrets are threatening to destroy them both.Aileana and Xander have accepted the truth about their mating bond. Now, they're working together to free Aileana from the blood magic binding her. Only then can they continue Xander's century long search for the map.They soon find out there is no easy solution to their problems. They must journey to the capital, bringing them dangerously close to High King Edgar and his Winged Soldiers in an effort to free her... moreHer magic is bound; his secrets are threatening to destroy them both.Aileana and Xander have accepted the truth about their mating bond. Now, they're working together to free Aileana from the blood magic binding her. Only then can they continue Xander's century long search for the map.They soon find out there is no easy solution to their problems. They must journey to the capital, bringing them dangerously close to High King Edgar and his Winged Soldiers in an effort to free her. The earth is calling to Aileana, and time is running out.When Xander's secrets come back to haunt him, they put everything in jeopardy.His very existence puts them both in danger.Nothing is going as planned, and before long, the pair is faced with the hardest choice of them all. They can solidify the mating bond—or they can part ways forever.This Rapunzel retelling is a slow burn, enemies-to-lovers romantic fantasy and is filled with banter, fated mates, fake marriage, and world-building. Of Wings and Briars is book 2/5 in The Ithenmyr Chronicles. It is strongly recommended to read these books in order.This book ends on a cliffhanger. There will be a happily ever after at the end of the series.NOTE: This series is upper YA/NA and will have moderate steam as the series progresses. There are some instances of violence, language, and mature situations. Recommended for ages sixteen and up. less

The future in Ithenmyr is dark. After the disastrous events in Vlarone, Aileana and Xander are on the run from High King Edgar. The Crimson King will stop at nothing to get his hands on the bonded mates. In the Sanctuary, Aileana must learn to harness her growing powers before she loses control. Back at Nonna’s cottage, Daegal and Ryllae face problems of their own... moreThe future in Ithenmyr is dark. After the disastrous events in Vlarone, Aileana and Xander are on the run from High King Edgar. The Crimson King will stop at nothing to get his hands on the bonded mates. In the Sanctuary, Aileana must learn to harness her growing powers before she loses control. Back at Nonna’s cottage, Daegal and Ryllae face problems of their own. They must travel to the Indigo Coast to visit the merfolk if they have any hope of lifting the curse placed on the Death Elf Princess. The journey isn’t easy, and numerous roadblocks challenge their growing trust.Time is running out for all of them. Can they follow the paths set out for them by fate before the Crimson King catches up with them? This Rapunzel retelling is a slow burn, enemies-to-lovers romantic fantasy and is filled with banter, fated mates, fake marriage, and world-building. Of Ash and Ivy is book 3/5 in The Ithenmyr Chronicles.NOTE: This series is upper YA/NA and will have moderate steam as the series progresses. There are some instances of violence, language, and mature situations. Recommended for ages sixteen and up. less

The balance is broken, and no one in the Four Kingdoms is safe. High King Edgar’s death threw Ithenmyr into turmoil. Seizing the throne, the Southern Queen’s thirst for power is unprecedented. She won’t stop until all Four Kingdoms are hers to rule. The broken balance has unleashed chaos and destruction in every corner of Ithenmyr. Blood and death are around every corner. Aileana and her companions are the only ones who can stop the Southern Queen and restore the balance... moreThe balance is broken, and no one in the Four Kingdoms is safe. High King Edgar’s death threw Ithenmyr into turmoil. Seizing the throne, the Southern Queen’s thirst for power is unprecedented. She won’t stop until all Four Kingdoms are hers to rule. The broken balance has unleashed chaos and destruction in every corner of Ithenmyr. Blood and death are around every corner. Aileana and her companions are the only ones who can stop the Southern Queen and restore the balance. The earth continues to cry out, and the darkness grows stronger every day. With Xander’s map in hand, they race against time and the encroaching darkness, facing a multitude of trials on their journey. The fate of Ithenmyr rests in their hands, and they must be willing to do whatever it takes to succeed. But will they have the strength and courage to face the challenges ahead? Or will Ithenmyr fall? This Rapunzel retelling is a slow burn, enemies-to-lovers romantic fantasy, and is filled with banter, fated mates, fake marriage, and world-building. Of Thistles and Talons is book 4/5 in The Ithenmyr Chronicles. This series is upper YA/NA and will have moderate steam as the series progresses. There are some instances of violence, language, and mature situations. Recommended for ages sixteen and up. less

The end has come.This is the final installment in The Ithenmyr Chronicles. Full blurb coming soon.This Rapunzel retelling is a slow burn, enemies-to-lovers high fantasy romance, and it is filled with banter, fated mates, fake marriage, and world-building. Of Shale and Smoke is book 5/5 in The Ithenmyr Chronicles.There will be a happy ending at the end of the series. This series is upper YA/NA and will have moderate steam as the series progresses... moreThe end has come.This is the final installment in The Ithenmyr Chronicles. Full blurb coming soon.This Rapunzel retelling is a slow burn, enemies-to-lovers high fantasy romance, and it is filled with banter, fated mates, fake marriage, and world-building. Of Shale and Smoke is book 5/5 in The Ithenmyr Chronicles.There will be a happy ending at the end of the series. This series is upper YA/NA and will have moderate steam as the series progresses. There are some instances of violence, language, and mature situations. Recommended for ages sixteen and up. less