The Fae King Duology Series by T.M. Goodkey

A Father kidnapped by Orcs.A daughter willing to risk everything to save her Father’s life.A handsome Fae King willing to do anything to win her heart.Emilia leads a simple life with her half-brother and adoptive father. Until one day, a neighbouring Orc clan invades her peaceful life and kidnaps her father. They give her two either spy for them in exchange for her father's life, or they kill him on the spot. Afraid and hesitant, she chooses to become a spy for them... moreA Father kidnapped by Orcs.A daughter willing to risk everything to save her Father’s life.A handsome Fae King willing to do anything to win her heart.Emilia leads a simple life with her half-brother and adoptive father. Until one day, a neighbouring Orc clan invades her peaceful life and kidnaps her father. They give her two either spy for them in exchange for her father's life, or they kill him on the spot. Afraid and hesitant, she chooses to become a spy for them.But what she doesn't expect is a distraction from her task. One trip and one chance meeting with the Day Court King changes it all. It makes her question if returning to her humble life in the village is all she wants or if there is something more out there. The question is, will Emilia trust the King - who offers her everything- or will her fear of losing her family in the process make her give up on a dream she never knew she had? less

A human, the spirit bond to the Fae King. Mysterious murders disrupting city life. A choice between love and loyalty. Emilia finally thought her life would settle down after her Orc father was successfully rescued from the Northern Clans. Her biggest stress should be finalizing her bonding ceremony with Timas, the Fae King — but it isn’t. Tensions are mounting as murders continue in the Day Court capital, Sonas. The people are terrified and losing trust in the king... moreA human, the spirit bond to the Fae King. Mysterious murders disrupting city life. A choice between love and loyalty. Emilia finally thought her life would settle down after her Orc father was successfully rescued from the Northern Clans. Her biggest stress should be finalizing her bonding ceremony with Timas, the Fae King — but it isn’t. Tensions are mounting as murders continue in the Day Court capital, Sonas. The people are terrified and losing trust in the king. The council– normally there to advise – wants to use its power to supersede his wishes. Then, an unexpected visitor shows up, claiming to be able to solve all their problems, but the price is steep, and it might just cost Emilia everything she holds dear. less

A love he can't ignore.A kingdom on the brink of chaos.A choice that could change everything.Garrick learned young that humans can't be trusted—not after being abandoned to whispers and scorn. Now a skilled blacksmith, he fights against his growing feelings for Princess Alette, knowing loving her could shatter what remains of his heart... moreA love he can't ignore.A kingdom on the brink of chaos.A choice that could change everything.Garrick learned young that humans can't be trusted—not after being abandoned to whispers and scorn. Now a skilled blacksmith, he fights against his growing feelings for Princess Alette, knowing loving her could shatter what remains of his heart.But when she returns to the treacherous Human Kingdom, he follows—even though the royal court holds nothing but danger for a half-Orc who dares to love above his station. For Alette, a lifetime of being her family's perfect pawn has left her hollow. Until Garrick arrives, showing her a future where she might choose her own fate.As their forbidden romance blooms, shadows from Garrick's past emerge bearing dangerous secrets. Within the Human Kingdom's gilded halls, where prejudice runs as deep as noble blood, every stolen moment between them threatens to unravel centuries of carefully maintained "purity." With dark forces and court intrigue closing in, their love could either challenge the kingdom's deepest-held beliefs—or become a tragic reminder of why humans and Orcs are meant to remain apart.Bonded by Destiny is a closed-door romantasy featuring forbidden love, soul-bonds,court politics, morally gray nobles, "you touched her, you will perish.", tender blacksmith hands, and found family. Perfect for readers who love seeing prejudice challenged by destiny's choice. One-click today and discover if fate knows better than centuries of hatred.Bonded by Destiny is Garrick's story from The Fae King Duology.HEA less

Some fires can't be contained. Some shadows refuse to be ignored.Oh, hello there. Captain Milori of the Noble Guard at your service. Let me tell you about the time my centuries-long wait for a spirit bond finally ended—in complete disaster.All I've ever wanted was to find my other half, that perfect mate the old stories promise. Instead, I got a mysterious Night Court spy who took one look at me and decided I was the last fae in the realm she wanted to be bonded to... moreSome fires can't be contained. Some shadows refuse to be ignored.Oh, hello there. Captain Milori of the Noble Guard at your service. Let me tell you about the time my centuries-long wait for a spirit bond finally ended—in complete disaster.All I've ever wanted was to find my other half, that perfect mate the old stories promise. Instead, I got a mysterious Night Court spy who took one look at me and decided I was the last fae in the realm she wanted to be bonded to. Which is a problem, since she's undeniably my spirit bond—my destined mate, the other half of my soul, and quite possibly the most stubborn shadow walker I've ever met.Now she's refusing to acknowledge our connection, I'm trying to convince her that destiny isn't so bad (especially when it looks like me), and we're both caught in the middle of an ancient conspiracy that's kept our people divided for centuries. Between dangerous rebels, uncovering family secrets, and returning to the island home I've avoided for decades, I'm also trying to woo the one woman who seems completely immune to my legendary charm.Nesi may have walls higher than the palace, but I'm nothing if not persistent. After all, I've waited centuries for her—what's a spirit bond worth if you don't have to work for it?My name is Milori, and this is the story of how I found my heart in the shadows.Bonded Across Courts is a sweet fae romance featuring a charming fire-wielder who's waited too long for love, a shadow walker with trust issues, and enough court intrigue to keep the royal guard busy for centuries. For readers craving fated mates, forbidden magic, court politics, and the warmth of finding where you truly belong.Bonded Across Courts is Milori's story from The Fae King Duology.HEA less