House of Hyrax Series by Arcadia Rayne

Five friends have found their family amongst each other, but each has now been drawn to the edge of their kingdom.A Brawn is tasked with escorting his brother to a new home.A Faerie must parade as the leader of a gang.A Siren seeks to save his first love from an unwanted marriage.A Truthseeker is lost on her way home.A Witch comes face to face with destiny. With a new power rising in Athenia, they’ll need to find their way back to each other sooner rather than later... moreFive friends have found their family amongst each other, but each has now been drawn to the edge of their kingdom.A Brawn is tasked with escorting his brother to a new home.A Faerie must parade as the leader of a gang.A Siren seeks to save his first love from an unwanted marriage.A Truthseeker is lost on her way home.A Witch comes face to face with destiny. With a new power rising in Athenia, they’ll need to find their way back to each other sooner rather than later.***This book is a prequel to the House of Hyrax series but is meant to be read AFTER The Rose in the Shadows*** less

"I was not created to back down"When you’re the last Descendant of the most hated God in all the realms, who can you trust?Theadora Moore, with no memories of her past life, arrives at the Athenian Palace with magic in her veins and a mark on her chest branding her the last living Descendant of Hyrax, God of the Dead. After seeing her as an opportunity to bolster his nations power, Prince Clayton Vail forces her into a role she never wanted... more"I was not created to back down"When you’re the last Descendant of the most hated God in all the realms, who can you trust?Theadora Moore, with no memories of her past life, arrives at the Athenian Palace with magic in her veins and a mark on her chest branding her the last living Descendant of Hyrax, God of the Dead. After seeing her as an opportunity to bolster his nations power, Prince Clayton Vail forces her into a role she never wanted. But when mysterious attacks plague the castle, it becomes clear that not everyone is thrilled about the return of House Hyrax.To stay alive and uncover her past, Thea must master her powers, navigate treacherous court politics, and decide who she can trust in a castle brimming with the children of Gods.In this world of magic and intrigue, friendships are fragile, and enemies lurk at every turn. As Thea and Clayton’s fates become increasingly entwined, their icy hostility starts to thaw, igniting a slow-burn romance that will change the realms forever.The House of Hyrax series is an action-packed slow-burn romance filled with magic and political intrigue, perfect for fans of From Blood and Ash and Red Queen. less

The Crown of the Dark Prince is the exciting sequel to the bestselling novel The Rose in the Shadows and promises readers a steamy story filled with magic, secrets, betrayals, and heart-pumping action. Theadora Moore has finally found her place within the Athenian Court.With her would-be assassin now imprisoned in the palace dungeon, the kingdom awaits her next steps—completing her trials, ascending to the Royal Council, and forging a powerful alliance through marriage... moreThe Crown of the Dark Prince is the exciting sequel to the bestselling novel The Rose in the Shadows and promises readers a steamy story filled with magic, secrets, betrayals, and heart-pumping action. Theadora Moore has finally found her place within the Athenian Court.With her would-be assassin now imprisoned in the palace dungeon, the kingdom awaits her next steps—completing her trials, ascending to the Royal Council, and forging a powerful alliance through marriage. Yet, despite her willingness to embrace these new responsibilities, she is haunted by dark secrets.Thea can't stop dreaming of the Underworld, and she’s desperate to figure out what her ancestor, the God of the Dead, wants from her. Until she understands, she can't trust anyone with the truth, not even Crown Prince Clayton Vail. As her secret meetings with Hyrax continue, they threaten everything she cares about, including her growing relationship with Clay, who is determined to uncover what she's hiding—even if it risks tearing them apart.​​​​​​​When the legendary Sword of Zion is stolen from it's archives, Thea must seek help from an unlikely ally and realizes that secrets have a way of surfacing and prophecies cannot be ignored. To protect the Mortal Realm and keep her friends safe, she must finally accept who she is and the destiny she was born to fulfill—before it's too late. less

The Crown of the Dark Prince is the exciting sequel to the bestselling novel The Rose in the Shadows and promises readers a steamy story filled with magic, secrets, betrayals, and heart-pumping action. Theadora Moore has finally found her place within the Athenian Court.With her would-be assassin now imprisoned in the palace dungeon, the kingdom awaits her next steps—completing her trials, ascending to the Royal Council, and forging a powerful alliance through marriage... moreThe Crown of the Dark Prince is the exciting sequel to the bestselling novel The Rose in the Shadows and promises readers a steamy story filled with magic, secrets, betrayals, and heart-pumping action. Theadora Moore has finally found her place within the Athenian Court.With her would-be assassin now imprisoned in the palace dungeon, the kingdom awaits her next steps—completing her trials, ascending to the Royal Council, and forging a powerful alliance through marriage. Yet, despite her willingness to embrace these new responsibilities, she is haunted by dark secrets.Thea can't stop dreaming of the Underworld, and she’s desperate to figure out what her ancestor, the God of the Dead, wants from her. Until she understands, she can't trust anyone with the truth, not even Crown Prince Clayton Vail. As her secret meetings with Hyrax continue, they threaten everything she cares about, including her growing relationship with Clay, who is determined to uncover what she's hiding—even if it risks tearing them apart.​​​​​​​When the legendary Sword of Zion is stolen from it's archives, Thea must seek help from an unlikely ally and realizes that secrets have a way of surfacing and prophecies cannot be ignored. To protect the Mortal Realm and keep her friends safe, she must finally accept who she is and the destiny she was born to fulfill—before it's too late. less