Whatever It Takes Series by Anna Svoboda

The battle is over, the king is dead. The enemy army is camped at the borders, ready to pillage and plunder their way to certain victory. The fate of Levanta rests on the newly orphaned Princess Karina, who is willing to do whatever it takes to save her people from the ravages of this unwinnable invasion.Karina must swallow her pride and beg King Hayden for mercy, even if it means sacrificing her own freedom, promising to marry the enemy king and fulfill his every twisted desire... moreThe battle is over, the king is dead. The enemy army is camped at the borders, ready to pillage and plunder their way to certain victory. The fate of Levanta rests on the newly orphaned Princess Karina, who is willing to do whatever it takes to save her people from the ravages of this unwinnable invasion.Karina must swallow her pride and beg King Hayden for mercy, even if it means sacrificing her own freedom, promising to marry the enemy king and fulfill his every twisted desire. But the infamous Burning Fury is not an easy man to deal with. Especially when he doesn't hesitate to demonstrate his “needs” on the unsuspecting Princess.Will Karina’s determination to save her people be strong enough for her to endure a diplomatic marriage with the perpetually angry king? Will Hayden defeat his inner demons and make the beautiful princess fall for him? Can their fragile treaty survive palace coups, assassination attempts, and rebel attacks?More importantly, can they? less

“I’d sooner put an arrow through that man than marry him!”Forced into a political marriage, Clara Redwood finds herself caught in a treasonous plot that threatens both her family and her kingdom. Armed with her secret archery skills and a fierce determination, she navigates a treacherous path where every step could lead to disaster... more“I’d sooner put an arrow through that man than marry him!”Forced into a political marriage, Clara Redwood finds herself caught in a treasonous plot that threatens both her family and her kingdom. Armed with her secret archery skills and a fierce determination, she navigates a treacherous path where every step could lead to disaster. As she races against time to save her brother and outwit her enemies, Clara discovers that her greatest challenge may be resisting the charms of her enigmatic new husband.Lord Oscar Huxley is no stranger to court intrigues, but his arranged marriage to Lady Redwood throws him off balance. As he unravels Clara's secrets, Oscar realizes that his carefully constructed plans are changing and his loyalties shifting.-Scoundrels and Heroes is book 2 of Whatever It Takes series, a steamy fantasy romance set in a fictional medieval world. In theory, it can be read as a standalone, but it’s best enjoyed after reading book 1.The series features realistic relationships, complex characters, and intriguing settings. Each book follows a different couple. No cliffhangers, HEA guaranteed.Tropes: arranged marriage, forced proximity, innocent FMC, weak to strongTrigger warning: This book contains adult content! All sex scenes are M/F and consensual. less

“He’s just a stupid soldier. I hate soldiers. So why am I attracted to him so much?”They couldn’t be more different. A sassy, confident maid who hates violence. A loyal, kind-hearted soldier. What happens when they embark on a dangerous mission together?Will they be ready to do whatever it takes to help their king and escape the enemy? Will they find a way back to each other?-Love in Chains is book 3 of Whatever It Takes series, a steamy fantasy romance set in a fictional medieval world... more“He’s just a stupid soldier. I hate soldiers. So why am I attracted to him so much?”They couldn’t be more different. A sassy, confident maid who hates violence. A loyal, kind-hearted soldier. What happens when they embark on a dangerous mission together?Will they be ready to do whatever it takes to help their king and escape the enemy? Will they find a way back to each other?-Love in Chains is book 3 of Whatever It Takes series, a steamy fantasy romance set in a fictional medieval world. It can be read as a standalone, but it’s best enjoyed after reading book 2.The series features realistic relationships, complex characters, and intriguing settings. Each book follows a different couple. No cliffhangers, HEA guaranteed.Tropes: hate to love, love triangle, hurt/comfort, found familyTrigger warning: This book is darker than the previous ones. There are scenes with graphic torture and non-consensual sex (not between the main characters). Other triggers include PTSD and thoughts of suicide. less

Echoes of his violent past haunt Nicolas every waking moment and plague his dreams. After trying in vain to drown the ghosts in liquor, Nicolas sets a new to find his father's murderer. The path of revenge thrusts him into the clutches of the captivating pirate captain, Celeste Roscoe. He's destined to be her personal slave and plaything... moreEchoes of his violent past haunt Nicolas every waking moment and plague his dreams. After trying in vain to drown the ghosts in liquor, Nicolas sets a new to find his father's murderer. The path of revenge thrusts him into the clutches of the captivating pirate captain, Celeste Roscoe. He's destined to be her personal slave and plaything.Can he break free from Celeste's grasp to pursue his revenge? Or will he succumb to the allure of the enchanting captain and choose to cast his life aside to join her crew?This spicy novella is a spin-off from the Whatever It Takes series but it can be read as a standalone. It takes place between books 2 and 3 and contains small spoilers for book 2. There's a HFN (happily for now) for the characters. They'll get a HEA later, I promise :)Trigger alcohol abuse, PTSD, traumatic memories less

You can hide from the world but you cannot hide from yourself.Alice left everything behind, but the one thing she can’t escape is her guilt. Her decision to live out the rest of her life in servitude is shaken when a person from her past appears, the man she never wanted to see again. Taken by a handsome criminal, determined to seduce her, her world is turned upside down... moreYou can hide from the world but you cannot hide from yourself.Alice left everything behind, but the one thing she can’t escape is her guilt. Her decision to live out the rest of her life in servitude is shaken when a person from her past appears, the man she never wanted to see again. Taken by a handsome criminal, determined to seduce her, her world is turned upside down.Will Alice submit to his advances? Will she finally find the strength to confront the sins that have haunted her for so long? Or will the weight of her conscience prove to be her undoing?-Scars of the Soul is a standalone novella in the Whatever It Takes series, a steamy fantasy romance set in a fictional medieval world. It follows the story of a character briefly mentioned in book 2 - Oscar’s former partner Alice. The book takes place during book 3 but doesn’t mention the events in any way. The book ends on a HEA.Tropes: dealing with past trauma, captivity, exploring kinks, dubcon/CNC, light BDSMTrigger warning: This book contains adult content! Violence and graphic sex including light BDSM. dubious consent and CNC (consensual non-consent). The heroine has attempted suicide in the past, which resulted in a miscarriage and infertility. less

“Witches? There’s no such thing as witches!”Talissa's idea of a perfect time is all about fun, dancing and bedroom activities with one or more strangers. Her visit to her brother in the capital was meant to be just that, until her careless behavior ignites an international incident. Now, she must decide whether to accept her brother's decision to send her back home as if she were a misbehaving child or embark on a journey to find a deeper purpose for her existence... more“Witches? There’s no such thing as witches!”Talissa's idea of a perfect time is all about fun, dancing and bedroom activities with one or more strangers. Her visit to her brother in the capital was meant to be just that, until her careless behavior ignites an international incident. Now, she must decide whether to accept her brother's decision to send her back home as if she were a misbehaving child or embark on a journey to find a deeper purpose for her existence.Wyatt is known for his unwavering loyalty. He's fiercely devoted to Duke Ashton and to the people of Silvershire. However, when the duke's actions trigger a wave of irrational witch hunts and innocent lives hang in the balance, Wyatt finds himself at a crossroads. Will he listen to the fierce, beautiful woman yelling at him to open his damned eyes, or will he stay blindly loyal to his duke?-Love in Chains is book 4 of Whatever It Takes series, a steamy fantasy romance set in a fictional medieval world. It starts a new story arc and as such, it’s designed to be read as a standalone.The series features realistic relationships, complex characters, and intriguing settings. Each book follows a different couple. No cliffhangers, HEA guaranteed.Tropes: found family, hate to love, discovering oneself, following orders vs doing the right thing Trigger warning: This book contains adult content. All sex scenes are M/F and consensual. less