The Spirit Kingdoms Series by A. J. Manney

She entered the trials as an outsider. She’ll rise as a legend. Farrah has spent her life in a quiet village where survival means strength. Her people are strong, self-sufficient, and taught to defend themselves—skills she’s mastered well. She’s never heard of spirit animals or the deadly trials that mark the passage to adulthood in the Wolf, Jaguar, and Dragon kingdoms. On the eve of tragedy, a cold-eyed outsider shows up with armed men, and she’s forced to leave everything behind... moreShe entered the trials as an outsider. She’ll rise as a legend. Farrah has spent her life in a quiet village where survival means strength. Her people are strong, self-sufficient, and taught to defend themselves—skills she’s mastered well. She’s never heard of spirit animals or the deadly trials that mark the passage to adulthood in the Wolf, Jaguar, and Dragon kingdoms. On the eve of tragedy, a cold-eyed outsider shows up with armed men, and she’s forced to leave everything behind. Her family’s safety depends on her obedience—even if it means stepping into a world where she doesn’t belong. In the Wolf Kingdom, Farrah is thrown into the Spirit Trials, a brutal competition meant to bring forth a spirit animal. Most train their whole lives for this; Farrah didn’t even know spirit animals existed. Rysden, the man who took her from her village, keeps his distance but insists she can survive the trials, even without a spirit animal. Farrah doesn’t know why he cares, or what he’s hiding. Allies will join her, and her will to survive will be tested like never before. She’ll discover a strength she never knew she had—and a destiny she never saw coming. *If you like paranormal romance set in a fantasy world and males that are fiercely protective of their mates, this series is or you. This is a closed-door romance series with fade-to-black scenes. Each book in this trilogy is full-length (95,000+ words) and features a different couple. Each book can be read as a stand-alone but is best enjoyed as part of the series. less

The trials were just the beginning. The Jaguar Kingdom may be her end. Kinsley barely made it through the Spirit Trials. She didn’t even finish them properly, and yet, her spirit animal revealed itself—late, unexpected, and impossible. Because her jaguar isn’t ordinary. It’s a corporeal jaguar—soul-bound to the King of the Jaguar Kingdom. And his jag just claimed hers as its mate. Now the enigmatic king has come to claim her... moreThe trials were just the beginning. The Jaguar Kingdom may be her end. Kinsley barely made it through the Spirit Trials. She didn’t even finish them properly, and yet, her spirit animal revealed itself—late, unexpected, and impossible. Because her jaguar isn’t ordinary. It’s a corporeal jaguar—soul-bound to the King of the Jaguar Kingdom. And his jag just claimed hers as its mate. Now the enigmatic king has come to claim her. Thrown into a world of shadows and ceremony, Kinsley must endure the ancient rites that will prove she’s worthy to stand at his side. She never asked for this path, but she refuses to bend or break. She’ll prove to the Jaguar Kingdom she has what it takes to be their queen. But beneath the gilded rituals and whispered oaths, something is stirring in the jaguar court. Secrets coil in the dark, waiting to strike. And when the truth finally comes to light, Kinsley will learn just how dangerous it is to be bound to the King of Jaguars… and just how far he’ll go to protect what’s his. If you like paranormal romance set in a fantasy world and males that are fiercely protective of their mates, this series is or you. This is a closed-door romance series with fade-to-black scenes. Each book in this trilogy is full-length (80,000+ words) and features a different couple. Each book can be read as a stand-alone but is best enjoyed as part of the series. less

He has the temper of a dragon. She has the stubbornness to match. Six months ago, Harper’s world changed forever when her long-lost bonded dragon finally appeared. She’s been waiting that long for Rauk, King of the Dragons, to finally appear. When he does, it’s with all the arrogance, frost, and infuriating authority she expected—and none of the help they need. With the death of Terron and his gryphon, the ancient guivres have broken free of their cursed forms... moreHe has the temper of a dragon. She has the stubbornness to match. Six months ago, Harper’s world changed forever when her long-lost bonded dragon finally appeared. She’s been waiting that long for Rauk, King of the Dragons, to finally appear. When he does, it’s with all the arrogance, frost, and infuriating authority she expected—and none of the help they need. With the death of Terron and his gryphon, the ancient guivres have broken free of their cursed forms. Now they’re multiplying, mobilizing, and hungry for dominion. Only the dragons can meet them in the skies, and that means they need Rauk and his kingdom’s help. Harper’s task is follow Rauk into the heart of the Dragon Kingdom and convince a king who cares for no one, who may have murdered his own father, to join their war and save people he doesn’t care about. He’s the king the realms fear. She’s the one person brave enough to challenge him. Together, they might just save their world. .. if they don’t kill each other first. If you like paranormal romance set in a fantasy world and males that are fiercely protective of their mates, this series is or you. This is a closed-door romance series with fade-to-black scenes. Each book in this trilogy is full-length (80,000+ words) and features a different couple. Each book can be read as a stand-alone but is best enjoyed as part of the series. less