Blood Queen Series by Caitlin Denman

Death gave her the throne, now death is how she’ll keep it.She may be called the Blood Queen, but Layla will do anything for her kingdom's peace.As queen of a kingdom plagued by murders, Layla struggles to live up to the expectations her parents had of her. Whispers of rebellion and dissent grow daily, and a murderer stalks the townspeople.In agreeing to marry a foreign prince, she hopes to find a way to bring stability back to the land... moreDeath gave her the throne, now death is how she’ll keep it.She may be called the Blood Queen, but Layla will do anything for her kingdom's peace.As queen of a kingdom plagued by murders, Layla struggles to live up to the expectations her parents had of her. Whispers of rebellion and dissent grow daily, and a murderer stalks the townspeople.In agreeing to marry a foreign prince, she hopes to find a way to bring stability back to the land. But, she fears the marriage, unlike her parents, will be devoid of love.On the eve of her betrothal's arrival, Layla sneaks away and enjoys one last passionate night with a stranger. But doing so threatens everything her parents laid out for her. As more lies come to the surface, Layla will do whatever it takes to keep her kingdom safe—even murder. less

Death waits for no one…especially those who have cheated it.Running away with her tail between her legs isn’t who Layla is, but it’s all she can do when she awakens on the brink of death. She must find her place in Rune’s kingdom, yet her journey of survival won’t be easy for her or Keir, as their path dredges up old memories—some better left forgotten.Soon, the line between pleasure and pain blurs, wreaking havoc on more than just Layla and Rune’s hearts... moreDeath waits for no one…especially those who have cheated it.Running away with her tail between her legs isn’t who Layla is, but it’s all she can do when she awakens on the brink of death. She must find her place in Rune’s kingdom, yet her journey of survival won’t be easy for her or Keir, as their path dredges up old memories—some better left forgotten.Soon, the line between pleasure and pain blurs, wreaking havoc on more than just Layla and Rune’s hearts. When death rears its vicious head once more, Layla knows nothing will stop her from reclaiming what’s hers, even if it means confronting the Orken kingdom alone.Can Layla rescue Rune before it’s too late? Or will death finally reap the seeds she has sown? less

Death waits for no one…especially those who have cheated it.Running away with her tail between her legs isn’t who Layla is, but it’s all she can do when she awakens on the brink of death. She must find her place in Rune’s kingdom, yet her journey of survival won’t be easy for her or Keir, as their path dredges up old memories—some better left forgotten.Soon, the line between pleasure and pain blurs, wreaking havoc on more than just Layla and Rune’s hearts... moreDeath waits for no one…especially those who have cheated it.Running away with her tail between her legs isn’t who Layla is, but it’s all she can do when she awakens on the brink of death. She must find her place in Rune’s kingdom, yet her journey of survival won’t be easy for her or Keir, as their path dredges up old memories—some better left forgotten.Soon, the line between pleasure and pain blurs, wreaking havoc on more than just Layla and Rune’s hearts. When death rears its vicious head once more, Layla knows nothing will stop her from reclaiming what’s hers, even if it means confronting the Orken kingdom alone.Can Layla rescue Rune before it’s too late? Or will death finally reap the seeds she has sown? less