WarBride Series by Sylvia Mercedes

Ruthless. Bloodthirsty. Killer. And now? Her husband. Ilsevel knows exactly how brutal the fae raiders are. She watched them attack the holy shrine of her god, slaughter the priests, and drag her sister away screaming into darkness. So when she’s forced up onto the auction block to be sold off as a warbride to the highest bidder—and when the chilling warlord, Taarthalor, pushes his way to the front of the crowd and lays down an outrageous bid—Ilsevel fears her nightmare is only just beginning... moreRuthless. Bloodthirsty. Killer. And now? Her husband. Ilsevel knows exactly how brutal the fae raiders are. She watched them attack the holy shrine of her god, slaughter the priests, and drag her sister away screaming into darkness. So when she’s forced up onto the auction block to be sold off as a warbride to the highest bidder—and when the chilling warlord, Taarthalor, pushes his way to the front of the crowd and lays down an outrageous bid—Ilsevel fears her nightmare is only just beginning. Taar took one look at the fiery little human, and something in him sparked. He cannot explain it. He knows only that he will not see her sold off to one of the soulless monsters trying to outbid each other for a chance to use and discard her soft, womanly flesh. If that means binding himself to her by marriage, so be it. Can this dark king convince his bride not to murder him in his sleep before he can decide what to do with her? Or do the gods have other plans in store for the captive princess and her terrifying new husband? WARBRIDE is book 1 of a dual point-of-view (his and hers) forced marriage fantasy trilogy with a dangerous, brooding hero, kiss-or-kill vibes, and swift-to-ignite steam that will leave you begging for more. If you love watching a cold-hearted fae warlord discover his one weakness just might be the spitfire princess who drives him crazy . . . THIS is the book for you. less

HIS ENEMY. HIS WIFE. HIS ONE WEAKNESS. One thing King Taar of the Licornyn knows for certain: his captive human bride will never be accepted by his people. He has no choice but to break the inconvenient soul-tether binding them together, deliver her back to her own kind, and forget this impulsive marriage ever happened. In the meanwhile, a single touch, even a stray kiss, could strengthen their bond and compromise all his plans... moreHIS ENEMY. HIS WIFE. HIS ONE WEAKNESS. One thing King Taar of the Licornyn knows for certain: his captive human bride will never be accepted by his people. He has no choice but to break the inconvenient soul-tether binding them together, deliver her back to her own kind, and forget this impulsive marriage ever happened. In the meanwhile, a single touch, even a stray kiss, could strengthen their bond and compromise all his plans. Surely this desire burning in his veins is only a result of the magical soul-tether. He doesn’t truly want this stranger wife of his . . . does he? Ilsevel holds tight to her secrets: not only her identity, but also her connection to the human mages who have devastated Taar’s land. If her dangerous new husband finds out that he’s accidentally married the daughter of his great enemy, her life will be forfeit. But with the weight of guilt burdening her heart, can she find renewed purpose in this treacherous world? And can she suppress growing feelings for this husband she never sought and this marriage she should be fighting to escape? Return to the world of WarBride, where a brutal fae warlord struggles with all his might not to fall for his feisty human bride. Prepare for pining, temptation, danger, and slow-burn romance ready to ignite! Book 2 of a planned quartet, HeartTorn will leave you breathless and begging for more. Intended for mature audiences. ******. PRAISE FOR WARBRIDE:. "SCORCHING ENEMIES-TO-LOVERS ROMANCE! I need book 2 now! " - USA Today Bestselling Author Laura Thalassa. "Dark, delicious, and dangerous. This unputdownable book will call to your soul as it takes you hostage. " - Goodreads Reviewer. less

TWO WORLDS. ONE SONG. Though their hasty marriage began as a matter of convenience, Taar and Ilsevel have discovered a love worth every risk, every hurt, and every obstacle standing before them. Newly heart-bound to one of the sacred unicorns of Licorna, Ilsevel hopes she will at last find her place in the world, while Taar seeks only to protect his spirited young wife from the prejudice of his tribe. But when they return to face the consequences of their actions, they meet with a cruel reality... moreTWO WORLDS. ONE SONG. Though their hasty marriage began as a matter of convenience, Taar and Ilsevel have discovered a love worth every risk, every hurt, and every obstacle standing before them. Newly heart-bound to one of the sacred unicorns of Licorna, Ilsevel hopes she will at last find her place in the world, while Taar seeks only to protect his spirited young wife from the prejudice of his tribe. But when they return to face the consequences of their actions, they meet with a cruel reality. “Cursebound,” the people whisper, convinced Ilsevel is a human mage who has ensorcelled both their king and the unicorn she rides. Her death is demanded by all. Taar, however, believes in his wife and the miraculous connection she shares with her unicorn. He convinces the elders to let her undergo a dreadful ordeal—a ritual used to prove the validity of a contested bond. More dangerous than any terror Ilsevel has yet faced, it is now her only hope for survival. With the threat of war looming over their heads, and the knowledge that Taar may soon be summoned to fight, can Ilsevel prove she belongs among her husband’s people? Or is harmony impossible between two such different worlds? Continue the adventure begun with WarBride, where irresistible love leads to irrevocable consequence. Book 3 of a planned quartet, CurseBound will capture your heart! Intended for mature audiences. less

Can love survive the sundering of bonds? Her marriage to Taar is over, the bond they once shared shattered. Now, on the brink of death, Ilsevel finds herself in the clutches of her rejected fiancé, the Shadow King, who intends to use her as a pawn in his own political games. Her body sustained only by the dark sorcery wrought by one-time love, Mage Artoris, Ilsevel longs to be released from her pain and enter the peace of oblivion... moreCan love survive the sundering of bonds? Her marriage to Taar is over, the bond they once shared shattered. Now, on the brink of death, Ilsevel finds herself in the clutches of her rejected fiancé, the Shadow King, who intends to use her as a pawn in his own political games. Her body sustained only by the dark sorcery wrought by one-time love, Mage Artoris, Ilsevel longs to be released from her pain and enter the peace of oblivion. But the gods who gifted her with divine power will not see their purpose thwarted. As the haze of black poison clears from Taar’s soul, he is confronted by the truth of what he has done to the woman he loves. Just when despair threatens to drag him under, word arrives that his wife is not dead. Instead, she is in the clutches of his worst enemy. Now Taar must face his greatest test, venturing into the world of mortals to reclaim his lost bride. But does Ilsevel still hold any love for him in her shattered heart? Does she even remember his name? The long-awaited finale of the WarBride Quartet is devastating and exhilarating by turns! If you are eager to have your heart broken only to be tenderly healed once more, discover the unforgettable love of a brutal fae warrior and the spitfire princess he has dared to claim. less