Nightfall Guardians Series by Sara Ivy Hill

The village spinster. The monster who guards the gate. One night that changes everything.Daughter of a fisherman, Maggie’s true love has always been the sea. Maybe that’s why she never married. But when her father grows too sick to captain his ship, she shoulders the weight of her family’s survival, even if it means accepting a marriage proposal from a greedy sailor who wants their fishing boat more than her.It’s not the life she dreamed of, but dreams don’t put food on the table... moreThe village spinster. The monster who guards the gate. One night that changes everything.Daughter of a fisherman, Maggie’s true love has always been the sea. Maybe that’s why she never married. But when her father grows too sick to captain his ship, she shoulders the weight of her family’s survival, even if it means accepting a marriage proposal from a greedy sailor who wants their fishing boat more than her.It’s not the life she dreamed of, but dreams don’t put food on the table.Evrard has guarded Brinehelm for years, watching over the village gate. Now, war calls him away to fight the encroaching goblin horde. Though he doesn’t question his duty, he will miss the brave human woman who meets his gaze without fear.When Maggie learns he’s leaving, she offers him a goodbye to remember: One reckless night. No promises. No regrets.They both know it can’t last beyond the morning.But with Evrard gone, Maggie must face a future she doesn’t want—and a man determined to take everything from her. And when Evrard reaches his new post, he realizes leaving her unprotected might be his greatest mistake.She’s done sacrificing herself for others. He’s done following orders. And this time, nothing will keep them apart.The Gargoyle & the Spinster is a short, steamy prequel to the Nightfall Guardians series filled with forbidden love, a protective gargoyle, and the human woman who earns his ultimate devotion. less

She was his mate. The mother of his child. His betrayer.Idabel never planned to be a traitor. But when survival inside the walled city of Solvantis meant securing a monster’s bite, she did what she had to do and seduced the stoic gargoyle commander.She didn’t realize she’d become a weapon used to lead an army to slaughter. Nor did she anticipate that a single night of deception would leave her with child... moreShe was his mate. The mother of his child. His betrayer.Idabel never planned to be a traitor. But when survival inside the walled city of Solvantis meant securing a monster’s bite, she did what she had to do and seduced the stoic gargoyle commander.She didn’t realize she’d become a weapon used to lead an army to slaughter. Nor did she anticipate that a single night of deception would leave her with child.Six years later, watch leader Brandt returns from fighting the goblin hordes, victorious but shattered. His body bears the scars of battle, and his mind is haunted by his lost brothers…and his lost memories.But as he heals, the truth He has a mate he left behind. A son he’s never met. And a betrayal that cuts deeper than any war wound.Idabel expected his rage. His vengeance. But she never expected his relentless claim. Because despite everything, the bond between them never truly broke… and now, neither of them can resist the pull. The Gargoyle and the Maiden is a steamy, high fantasy romance with a protective gargoyle hero and the resourceful heroine who captures his heart. It’s the first full-length book in the Nightfall Guardians monster romance series about powerful gargoyle guardians who defend their mates against the world…at any cost. less