The Monster Matrimony Files Series by Evangeline Priest

The Sanctuary said she needed protection. What she got was a 7-foot hellhound with smoke in his eyes and a body made to burn. When Tamsin agreed to the Monster Matrimony Protocol, she expected a scaly lizard, maybe a bear-man. She did not expect to be claimed by a hellhound general from the volcanic borderlands—part ancient god, part flame-wreathed warrior, all muscle and menace. Her new husband, Soranus, doesn’t speak much... moreThe Sanctuary said she needed protection. What she got was a 7-foot hellhound with smoke in his eyes and a body made to burn. When Tamsin agreed to the Monster Matrimony Protocol, she expected a scaly lizard, maybe a bear-man. She did not expect to be claimed by a hellhound general from the volcanic borderlands—part ancient god, part flame-wreathed warrior, all muscle and menace. Her new husband, Soranus, doesn’t speak much. His version of courtship involves silent guarding, heated stares, and growls that vibrate in her bones. But as the bond settles and the heat builds, Tamsin realizes something dangerous:. She might be falling for the monster she married. And he’s already on fire for her. *******. Hitched to the Hellhound is part of The Monster Matrimony Files—a series of short, spicy monster romances set in a post-apocalyptic world where love is arranged, monsters are husband material, and the bridal contract comes with claws. Each story features a guaranteed happily ever after, species-specific steam, and a heroine who signs the paperwork and claims her beast. less

She wanted a safe match. She didn’t expect a prince from the deep—with too many arms and one very specific goal. When Leila volunteers for the Monster Matrimony Registry, she thinks she’s trading fear for freedom. Her match? A kraken-born noble from the deep-sea domes—graceful, telepathic, and far more intense than she expected. Ariqan doesn’t speak aloud, but she feels his thoughts in her bones. He touches without touching. Watches her with dark, bottomless eyes... moreShe wanted a safe match. She didn’t expect a prince from the deep—with too many arms and one very specific goal. When Leila volunteers for the Monster Matrimony Registry, she thinks she’s trading fear for freedom. Her match? A kraken-born noble from the deep-sea domes—graceful, telepathic, and far more intense than she expected. Ariqan doesn’t speak aloud, but she feels his thoughts in her bones. He touches without touching. Watches her with dark, bottomless eyes. And when the moment comes to bond…he uses every tentacle he has to worship her like a queen. But will she learn to breathe in his world before he takes her under? ◆◆◆◆◆◆◆. Claimed by the Kraken Lord is part of The Monster Matrimony Files—a series of short, spicy monster romances set in a post-apocalyptic world where love is arranged, monsters are husband material, and the bridal contract comes with claws. Each story features a guaranteed happily ever after, species-specific steam, and a heroine who signs the paperwork and claims her beast. less

A cozy cabin. A contract marriage. A seven-foot wolfman who growls when she takes her sweater off. When Rue signs up for the Matrimony Protocol, she wants peace, not passion. Her match is Konrad, a wilderness-certified wolfman who’s more growl than words—but the Sanctuary insists he’s safe, stable, and fully bonded to her scent. For three days, Rue is given space to acclimate. Grooming. Language decoding. Touch desensitization... moreA cozy cabin. A contract marriage. A seven-foot wolfman who growls when she takes her sweater off. When Rue signs up for the Matrimony Protocol, she wants peace, not passion. Her match is Konrad, a wilderness-certified wolfman who’s more growl than words—but the Sanctuary insists he’s safe, stable, and fully bonded to her scent. For three days, Rue is given space to acclimate. Grooming. Language decoding. Touch desensitization. Konrad waits—watching from a respectful distance… until she says the word. And once she does? He carries her straight to the hearth and shows her exactly how wolfmen love. Wedded to the Wolfman is part of The Monster Matrimony Files—a series of short, spicy monster romances set in a post-apocalyptic world where love is arranged, monsters are husband material, and the bridal contract comes with claws. Each story features a guaranteed happily ever after, species-specific steam, and a heroine who signs the paperwork and claims her beast. less