Cursed Kingdoms Series by Jamie K. Schmidt, Sabrina Silvers, Annee Jones

A Red Hood protector sworn to eliminate feral werewolves. An Alpha haunted by his past. A killer hiding behind a grandmother's smile.When missing hikers start turning up dead in werewolf territory, Rowan is sent to investigate. The last thing she needs is to discover the local Alpha is her fated mate—especially since she's sworn never to trust another Alpha after one deceived her to protect a killer in his pack... moreA Red Hood protector sworn to eliminate feral werewolves. An Alpha haunted by his past. A killer hiding behind a grandmother's smile.When missing hikers start turning up dead in werewolf territory, Rowan is sent to investigate. The last thing she needs is to discover the local Alpha is her fated mate—especially since she's sworn never to trust another Alpha after one deceived her to protect a killer in his pack.Alder has enough problems protecting his pack without a Red Hood witch stirring up trouble. After all, it was the Red Hoods who killed his mother and possibly his father. But when his inner wolf recognizes Rowan as his destined mate, he's forced to question everything he thought he knew about his family's tragic past.As bodies pile up and evidence points to someone inside the pack, Rowan and Alder must learn to trust each other—and their mate bond—before the killer strikes again. But the greatest threat may not be a rogue wolf at all, but rather a sweet old grandmother with a very big secret...and very sharp teeth. less

Princess Amalie knows her future—marry a handsome prince, secure her kingdom, and fulfill her father’s plans. But a reckless ride outside the castle walls ends in an ambush, and her rescuer is no prince. Drogath, a powerful orc warrior, demands her hand in marriage as payment for saving her life. Bound by an orc handfasting, Amalie expects her father to rescue her. Instead, he insists she honor her promise... morePrincess Amalie knows her future—marry a handsome prince, secure her kingdom, and fulfill her father’s plans. But a reckless ride outside the castle walls ends in an ambush, and her rescuer is no prince. Drogath, a powerful orc warrior, demands her hand in marriage as payment for saving her life. Bound by an orc handfasting, Amalie expects her father to rescue her. Instead, he insists she honor her promise.Now trapped with a gruff warrior she believes beneath her, Amalie is torn between her duty and her pride. Yet Drogath is no mere soldier. He’s brave, fiercely protective, and unflinching against the sneers of the court—qualities she never expected to admire. As forbidden passion flares, Drogath reveals a secret that could save her kingdom—or destroy everything she’s ever known. When the truth comes out, will Amalie’s heart be strong enough to claim her new fate? less

Where embers of forbidden magic meet the healing tide of destiny, one courageous love may be the spark that saves a kingdom from falling into eternal night. In the enchanted kingdom of Elaria, destiny dances on the edge of magic and power. Cynthia Everwood—known as Cinders to those who whisper her name—is a humble servant with a hidden, ancient fire magic coursing through her veins... moreWhere embers of forbidden magic meet the healing tide of destiny, one courageous love may be the spark that saves a kingdom from falling into eternal night. In the enchanted kingdom of Elaria, destiny dances on the edge of magic and power. Cynthia Everwood—known as Cinders to those who whisper her name—is a humble servant with a hidden, ancient fire magic coursing through her veins. When she unearths her late mother’s spellbook and summons a tiny, wise phoenix named Flame, Cinders is thrust into a realm of mystical training and perilous secrets. Meanwhile, Prince Marius Rivenborn, whose latent water magic awakens amidst royal intrigues, struggles to reconcile his duty with a legacy steeped in elemental wonder.As a forbidden ball draws the two together, a single glass slipper and an explosive magical resonance spark a love that defies convention. Bound by a prophecy that foretells the union of fire and water as the kingdom’s salvation, Cinders and Marius must join forces against the treacherous plots of Lady Belladonna, her dark ally Prince Casimir, and the looming threat of ancient rivalries. With the sentient forest Evergreen whispering secrets of old and an array of loyal mentors guiding them, their romance kindles the hope of restoring balance to a realm on the brink of darkness. less

A love written in blood. A betrayal neither can forgive.CERYNI was sent to betray him. A beast feared by all, a creature no one dares approach. The warlord who owns my family commanded me to infiltrate his castle, learn his secrets, and deliver him into my master’s hands.But Vael'Zhur is not what I expected. He is a storm of power and hunger, a monster who should frighten me—but instead, I crave him.When he touches me, I forget my lies. When he whispers my name in the dark, I forget my mission... moreA love written in blood. A betrayal neither can forgive.CERYNI was sent to betray him. A beast feared by all, a creature no one dares approach. The warlord who owns my family commanded me to infiltrate his castle, learn his secrets, and deliver him into my master’s hands.But Vael'Zhur is not what I expected. He is a storm of power and hunger, a monster who should frighten me—but instead, I crave him.When he touches me, I forget my lies. When he whispers my name in the dark, I forget my mission.I should run. I should kill him.Instead, I want to stay.VAEL'ZHURI knew from the moment I caught her that she was a trap.She entered my garden like a thief, but she is no ordinary girl. Her words are too careful. Her eyes watch me too closely.I have suffered centuries of betrayals, and she will be no different. And yet… I do not kill her. I keep her. I let her touch me, let her wake the part of me I buried long ago.She does not fear me. She should.Because when I learn the truth, there will be no mercy.Cursed Kingdoms . . .Step into Cursed Kingdoms, where enchanted forests, haunted castles, and moonlit shores hold ancient secrets and seductive curses. Each book in this paranormal romance series reimagines a beloved fairytale, giving readers steamy tales of fierce heroines, misunderstood monsters, and timeless love.Dare to uncover the passion that lies within these twisted tales, where every curse reveals an unexpected path to true love. Will they break the spell...or be bound forever?Each book can be read in any order sequence. less