The Dragon Tributes Series by Charlene Hartnady

The dragons on Draig Island are not your run-of-the-mill kind. They’re something else entirely…I cannot believe my bad luck when an embossed envelope arrives at my door just one week before my twenty-fifth birthday. Which just happens to be the cut-off date for being called up for the testing of the blood. I thought I was in the clear, turns out that I was wrong.I don’t know all the ins and outs of the whole dragon tribute selection process, only that it has something to do with a person’s DNA... moreThe dragons on Draig Island are not your run-of-the-mill kind. They’re something else entirely…I cannot believe my bad luck when an embossed envelope arrives at my door just one week before my twenty-fifth birthday. Which just happens to be the cut-off date for being called up for the testing of the blood. I thought I was in the clear, turns out that I was wrong.I don’t know all the ins and outs of the whole dragon tribute selection process, only that it has something to do with a person’s DNA. If the scientists find what they are looking for in my sample, I might be sent as a tribute to the dragons.Yes, actual dragons.Not that I’ve ever seen one of the creatures, mind you. Apparently, they do exist; they just don’t mingle with us on account of being extremely dangerous. I mean, they’re huge, breathe fire, and have sharp teeth and claws. Bottom line, dragons and humans do not mix very well.With that in mind, I’m not sure why they need human tributes. Every year for the last fifty-nine years, our government has sent them thirty people. Of those handed over, some return months later with no memory of their stay on the island. As for the rest, who knows? It’s baffling and terrifying in equal measure.Quite frankly, I hope I never find out what goes on at Draig Island. I keep telling myself that only thirty end up going. Not that many, considering that tens of thousands of blood samples are taken. My odds are good. I’m not going to get called up.I’m not!Then I receive another embossed letter telling me that I have been selected. I need to pack and get my affairs in order. I leave for Draig Island in one month with no guarantee I’ll ever return and no idea what is to become of me. I’m not panicking at all.This story contains mature themes/language.Also, be prepared for a ton of growls, dirty talk, and a hard-won HEA. Hulking, skulking, foul-mouthed, brooding dragons ahead. You were warned! less

The dragons on Draig Island are not your run-of-the-mill kind. They’re something else entirely…I’m incredibly lucky. I was born with a silver spoon in my mouth. My father is one of the wealthiest men in the world, and I stand to inherit everything one day. At least, that’s what I tell people, but it isn’t exactly true. The reality is that my life is not my own. Everything has been mapped out and dictated to me, right down to the man I will marry one day... moreThe dragons on Draig Island are not your run-of-the-mill kind. They’re something else entirely…I’m incredibly lucky. I was born with a silver spoon in my mouth. My father is one of the wealthiest men in the world, and I stand to inherit everything one day. At least, that’s what I tell people, but it isn’t exactly true. The reality is that my life is not my own. Everything has been mapped out and dictated to me, right down to the man I will marry one day. Unfortunately, that day is fast approaching and the man he has chosen - let’s just say, he’s not my type.I was distraught when I found out that I had been selected as a Tribute. That I was expected to go to Draig Island. Everyone knows that a large percentage of Tributes never make it back. I thought it was the worst thing that could happen to me.Then, I taste freedom for the first time in my life. I start to think that Draig Island could be my salvation. All I have to do is mind-bond with a dragon, and I will be able to stay. It’s a pity that mind-bonding with dragons is incredibly dangerous and a very difficult feat to achieve. I am determined. I will get it right. I want to stay. Going back to my old life is no longer an option. less

The dragons on Draig Island are not your run-of-the-mill kind. They’re something else entirely… Although you will see characters from previous books, this story will follow Kim and Blaze. To avoid spoilers, there will not be a blurb. It is very much an enemies to lovers romance.For the best enjoyment, please read books 1 and 2 first.This story contains mature themes/language. Also, be prepared for a ton of growls, dirty talk, and a hard-won HEA... moreThe dragons on Draig Island are not your run-of-the-mill kind. They’re something else entirely… Although you will see characters from previous books, this story will follow Kim and Blaze. To avoid spoilers, there will not be a blurb. It is very much an enemies to lovers romance.For the best enjoyment, please read books 1 and 2 first.This story contains mature themes/language. Also, be prepared for a ton of growls, dirty talk, and a hard-won HEA. Hulking, skulking, foul-mouthed, brooding dragons ahead. You were warned!Each book follows a different couple. less

The dragons on Draig Island are not your run-of-the-mill kind. They’re something else entirely…Things are hotting up on the island. It's Octane's turn.For the best enjoyment, please read these books in order.This story contains mature themes/language.Also, be prepared for a ton of growls, dirty talk, and a hard-won HEA. Hulking, skulking, foul-mouthed, brooding dragons ahead. You were warned!Each book follows a different couple.

The dragons on Mistveil Island are not your run-of-the-mill kind. They’re something else entirely…In an attempt to escape Draig Island and my duties as Tribute – whatever those might be – I steal a helicopter. Probably not the best idea since I’m still learning how to become a helicopter pilot. I thought I had enough hours under my belt to be able to pull it off.Turns out that I was wrong!I crash land. I don’t think I’m on Draig Island anymore. I’m deep inside a dark jungle... moreThe dragons on Mistveil Island are not your run-of-the-mill kind. They’re something else entirely…In an attempt to escape Draig Island and my duties as Tribute – whatever those might be – I steal a helicopter. Probably not the best idea since I’m still learning how to become a helicopter pilot. I thought I had enough hours under my belt to be able to pull it off.Turns out that I was wrong!I crash land. I don’t think I’m on Draig Island anymore. I’m deep inside a dark jungle. At least I’m not too badly hurt. I’ll regroup and then hike to civilization. Please let there be civilization!I’m a little worried about wild animals, but I’m sure I’ll be okay. I refuse to believe in the existence of dragons. I mean, come on! Do they really think we’re that gullible?It hasn’t been more than a few hours, and a huge hulk of a man comes crashing out of the undergrowth. He’s naked, covered in tattoos, and scares the living daylights out of me. After a little while, I realize that he’s not going to hurt me. At least, I don’t think he will. Then I find out that there are many more like him in this jungle. The others are not as friendly. They all want me. Will do anything to get me, including ripping each other apart. All I have is this big, growly stranger for protection. He’s willing to help me get to safety… But he has a condition. This story contains mature themes/language. Also, be prepared for a ton of growls, dirty talk and a hard-won HEA. Hulking, skulking, foul-mouthed, brooding dragons ahead. You were warned! less

The dragons on Mistveil Island are not your run-of-the-mill kind. They’re something else entirely… I am stolen away in the middle of the night by a bunch of thugs. It’s clear to me that they are shifters. Their tattoos have the telltale red which makes my blood run cold. Reds! One thing is for sure, I’m in a world of trouble. I end up on Mistveil Island, where they discover that they kidnapped the wrong person. I’m so relieved... moreThe dragons on Mistveil Island are not your run-of-the-mill kind. They’re something else entirely… I am stolen away in the middle of the night by a bunch of thugs. It’s clear to me that they are shifters. Their tattoos have the telltale red which makes my blood run cold. Reds! One thing is for sure, I’m in a world of trouble. I end up on Mistveil Island, where they discover that they kidnapped the wrong person. I’m so relieved. Surely, they’ll let me go back to Draig, or better yet, they’ll let me go home to the Mainland. It doesn’t happen. They’re not letting me go. It turns out that women are scarce on this island. They’re keeping me. There’s talk of what they have planned, and it terrifies me. This story contains mature themes/language.Also, be prepared for a ton of growls, dirty talk, and a hard-won HEA. Hulking, skulking, foul-mouthed, brooding dragons ahead. You were warned! less

The dragons on Mistveil Island are not your run-of-the-mill kind. They’re something else entirely…Change is coming to our island, and I’m not completely convinced it’s for the better. At least, not where I am concerned.Twenty human Tributes will arrive soon. All female, all young, all healthy.We’re hoping that they will settle in and, moreover, that they will be willing to entertain the idea of mating with our eligible shifter males. That, given time, they will want to stay and make a home here... moreThe dragons on Mistveil Island are not your run-of-the-mill kind. They’re something else entirely…Change is coming to our island, and I’m not completely convinced it’s for the better. At least, not where I am concerned.Twenty human Tributes will arrive soon. All female, all young, all healthy.We’re hoping that they will settle in and, moreover, that they will be willing to entertain the idea of mating with our eligible shifter males. That, given time, they will want to stay and make a home here.It is our only hope of for the continuation of our species.I am one of the chosen males and I’m not exactly thrilled about it.As the king, I am obligated to produce an heir. The Council has been quite clear on that particular front, reminding me at every turn.The pressure is mounting. I need to take a mate – the sooner, the better.It’s been years since my female died in my arms…But it may as well have been yesterday.I’m not ready.I’ll never be ready.I have no choice.I have to do what is expected of me. I am the Red King. I must stand as an example to my people. I still think it’s a mistake. Especially when the threat to my life is still very real. Especially with all the uncertainty surrounding the two islands.My own brother is at the heart of everything. I know it!I need answers and yet, I’m expected to take a wife, to start a family.It couldn’t have come at a worse time.As royals we are bound by duty, and this is no exception.I will pick someone, but my heart will never beat for another again.This story contains mature themes/language.Also, be prepared for a ton of growls, dirty talk and a hard-won HEA. Hulking, skulking, foul-mouthed, brooding dragons ahead. You were warned! less

The dragons on Mistveil Island are not your run-of-the-mill kind. They’re something else entirely…When I’m summoned to the Royal Offices, I expect to be promoted. I’ve earned it. I’m so sure the job is mine, but as it turns out, I was wrong. What I get instead is a one-way ticket to the Mainland on a covert mission so secret, my own people will abandon me if I’m caught. My career? On the line – the promotion too. My life? Seriously at risk... moreThe dragons on Mistveil Island are not your run-of-the-mill kind. They’re something else entirely…When I’m summoned to the Royal Offices, I expect to be promoted. I’ve earned it. I’m so sure the job is mine, but as it turns out, I was wrong. What I get instead is a one-way ticket to the Mainland on a covert mission so secret, my own people will abandon me if I’m caught. My career? On the line – the promotion too. My life? Seriously at risk. And if I fail…the cost could end up being measured in dragon blood.No pressure!Through new intel, it has become apparent that the humans are hiding something. I need to find out what that something is. More importantly, a Draiger agent has been sent to infiltrate the Mainland government. My orders: identify them, stop them, and – if necessary – end them.No problem!Turns out our mystery agent is not only female but sexy as hell, with one heck of a smart mouth. So much so that she has my dragon all riled up.I don’t like it one damned bit.We may have struck up a reluctant truce, but I need to watch my back. She’s not to be trusted. Certainly not with so much at stake.This story contains mature themes/language.Also, be prepared for a ton of growls, dirty talk, and a hard-won HEA. Hulking, skulking, foul-mouthed, brooding dragons ahead. You were warned! less

The dragons on Draig Island are not your run-of-the-mill kind. They’re something else entirely…HarlowI never wanted to come to this stupid islandI most certainly never wanted to be a dragon rider.To go anywhere near a dragon, for that matter.My plan was to survive Sky's Edge, then to fail to bond with a dragon, so that I could get the hell off Draig Island. Back to my old life. Back to normal.Then he walks in the door, and everything is turned upside down and inside out... moreThe dragons on Draig Island are not your run-of-the-mill kind. They’re something else entirely…HarlowI never wanted to come to this stupid islandI most certainly never wanted to be a dragon rider.To go anywhere near a dragon, for that matter.My plan was to survive Sky's Edge, then to fail to bond with a dragon, so that I could get the hell off Draig Island. Back to my old life. Back to normal.Then he walks in the door, and everything is turned upside down and inside out. The new Academy leader is everything I didn’t know I wanted. All that hard muscle, those tats and an attitude to match.Any kind of contact with him outside of training is completely forbidden. Besides, he isn’t interested in me in that way. He’s made that crystal clear, so we’re all good. The funny thing is that I don’t even like him. I’m sure this unwanted attraction will go away. It has to.DrakeI can’t keep my eyes off her.I can’t seem to stop my wayward, dirty-as-hell thoughts every time I’m near her.Harlow Santos is a distraction I don’t want or need.I’m a rule follower. I do things by the book. Going anywhere near her would be against every rule in every damned book. But, hard as I try, I can’t seem to stay away, even with so much hanging in the balance.This story contains mature themes/language.Also, be prepared for a ton of growls, dirty talk and a hard-won HEA. Hulking, skulking, foul-mouthed, brooding dragons ahead. You were warned!Each book follows a different couple. less

The dragons on Draig Island are not your run-of-the-mill kind. They’re something else entirely…It’s Grim’s turn to find his mate. To avoid spoilers, there will not be a blurb for this book.This story contains mature themes/language.Also, be prepared for a ton of growls, dirty talk, and a hard-won HEA. Hulking, skulking, foul-mouthed, brooding dragons ahead. You were warned!Each book follows a different couple.