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Her Royal Dragon Pack #2
Dragons' Bride
A bargain struck. A pact made. Now the dragon princes must forge me into a bride.
Except dragons’ brides are molded from childhood—while Tavias’s pack has mere weeks to make me into a passable one. To teach me to fight. To behave. To mate.
As our ship slices through the perilous sea toward the Equinox Trials, the danger isn’t confined to evil creatures in the ocean’s depth. Here, aboard a naval ship, I discover more than I bargained for. Friendship. Fear. Lessons in intimacy that awaken desires I never knew existed.
I’m in this for one reason only. To win my freedom. I know better than to lose my heart. Don’t I?
Except dragons’ brides are molded from childhood—while Tavias’s pack has mere weeks to make me into a passable one. To teach me to fight. To behave. To mate.
As our ship slices through the perilous sea toward the Equinox Trials, the danger isn’t confined to evil creatures in the ocean’s depth. Here, aboard a naval ship, I discover more than I bargained for. Friendship. Fear. Lessons in intimacy that awaken desires I never knew existed.
I’m in this for one reason only. To win my freedom. I know better than to lose my heart. Don’t I?
266 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 1, 2023
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Alex Lidell
84 books1,820 followersAlex Lidell is the Amazon Breakout Novel Awards finalist author of THE CADET OF TILDOR (Penguin) and several Amazon Top 100 Kindle Bestsellers, including the POWER OF FIVE romance series. She is an avid horseback rider who believes in eating dessert first. She writes as both Alex Lidell and A.L. Lidell.
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February 19, 2024
Dragon’s Bride is book two in the Her Royal Dragon Pack series by Alex Lidell.
This one was a bit easier to read, but still has moments that are hard to read.
Kit’s role is changing, but still lots of secrets. Kit is still holding back and we see at the end her confidence grow, but this one is a slow read. It’s a dangerous journey over the Ocean, but it gives them time to play. Lots of spice.
Dragon’s Bride was just ok. Still not great and I won’t read again. I still had issues with things in the story.
Rated: 3 Stars
This one was a bit easier to read, but still has moments that are hard to read.
Kit’s role is changing, but still lots of secrets. Kit is still holding back and we see at the end her confidence grow, but this one is a slow read. It’s a dangerous journey over the Ocean, but it gives them time to play. Lots of spice.
Dragon’s Bride was just ok. Still not great and I won’t read again. I still had issues with things in the story.
Rated: 3 Stars
January 17, 2024
I never want to read the word ‘channel’ to describe the inside of a vagina ever again.
December 24, 2023
I made it through the first book in this series, but DNF’d this one at 12%. If you don’t want to see violence against women on the page, I recommending passing on this one altogether. I read the Power of Five series and found it much more enjoyable. The MMC’s were much more respectful and actually worshipped their female. I just couldn’t stomach this one. Hard no for the rest of the series.
September 21, 2026
Tropes: Dark Reverse Harem Romantasy, Dragon Shifters, Mistaken Identity / Wrongly Taken, Hoarding Instinct, Enemies to Lovers, Forced Proximity, Fake Relationship / Marriage of Convenience, Fated Mates
Review No Spoilers: This second installment in the Her Royal Dragon Pack series takes everything I loved about the first book and turns up the action, danger, and romantic tension!
Kit’s life becomes even more complicated when she agrees to pose as the future bride of a pack of royal dragon princes. With the true chosen bride gone, the princes desperately need a human mate to secure their claim to the throne and Kit needs this bargain to secure her freedom. The only problem? She has mere weeks to become the perfect royal bride, and she has absolutely no idea what she’s doing.
Most of the story takes place aboard a naval ship as the pack journeys through dangerous, monster-infested waters toward the Equinox Trials. Between intense combat training, learning the expectations of a royal bride, political deception, and the ever-present threat of danger, Kit is thrown into one challenge after another.
I really enjoyed watching Kit grow throughout this book. What starts as a strictly fake arrangement slowly becomes much more complicated as friendships form, trust develops, and the attraction between Kit and the princes becomes impossible to ignore. The relationship dynamics bring plenty of tension while Kit continues to fight for the one thing she wants most her freedom.
With action, danger, political intrigue, dragon shifters, found connections, a fake relationship, and plenty of romantic tension, this was a fast-paced and addictive continuation. It does a great job deepening the characters and relationships while setting the stage for even bigger stakes ahead.
If you love steamy fantasy romance, reverse harem/why-choose dynamics, dragon shifters, royal intrigue, forced proximity, and a heroine fighting to change her fate, this series is definitely worth checking out!
🐉 Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Review No Spoilers: This second installment in the Her Royal Dragon Pack series takes everything I loved about the first book and turns up the action, danger, and romantic tension!
Kit’s life becomes even more complicated when she agrees to pose as the future bride of a pack of royal dragon princes. With the true chosen bride gone, the princes desperately need a human mate to secure their claim to the throne and Kit needs this bargain to secure her freedom. The only problem? She has mere weeks to become the perfect royal bride, and she has absolutely no idea what she’s doing.
Most of the story takes place aboard a naval ship as the pack journeys through dangerous, monster-infested waters toward the Equinox Trials. Between intense combat training, learning the expectations of a royal bride, political deception, and the ever-present threat of danger, Kit is thrown into one challenge after another.
I really enjoyed watching Kit grow throughout this book. What starts as a strictly fake arrangement slowly becomes much more complicated as friendships form, trust develops, and the attraction between Kit and the princes becomes impossible to ignore. The relationship dynamics bring plenty of tension while Kit continues to fight for the one thing she wants most her freedom.
With action, danger, political intrigue, dragon shifters, found connections, a fake relationship, and plenty of romantic tension, this was a fast-paced and addictive continuation. It does a great job deepening the characters and relationships while setting the stage for even bigger stakes ahead.
If you love steamy fantasy romance, reverse harem/why-choose dynamics, dragon shifters, royal intrigue, forced proximity, and a heroine fighting to change her fate, this series is definitely worth checking out!
🐉 Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
January 14, 2026
Complications upon complications
Kit and the guys have a bit of a complicated relationship. The guys all feel a connection with her of some sort, though only really one of the four are willing to show it. Two open up some, but the fourth? Yeah, not so much. Kit and Quinton seemed like they were making a little bit of headway until he started training her. He became cold, indifferent to her, even as far as hating her, it seemed. Good thing we have multiple points if view in the book! We get inside the minds of the guys, telling us their sides of things and what they've been through.
I enjoyed seeing the growth of the characters and their relationships. I wondered if maybe the guys would have a bit of groveling in their future, but when we get a look at their sides of things and how they start acting towards her as the book goes on, I find they do a good job of taking care of her or sorting things out even without actually apologizing.
It's been quite an adventurous series so far and one I recommend!
Kit and the guys have a bit of a complicated relationship. The guys all feel a connection with her of some sort, though only really one of the four are willing to show it. Two open up some, but the fourth? Yeah, not so much. Kit and Quinton seemed like they were making a little bit of headway until he started training her. He became cold, indifferent to her, even as far as hating her, it seemed. Good thing we have multiple points if view in the book! We get inside the minds of the guys, telling us their sides of things and what they've been through.
I enjoyed seeing the growth of the characters and their relationships. I wondered if maybe the guys would have a bit of groveling in their future, but when we get a look at their sides of things and how they start acting towards her as the book goes on, I find they do a good job of taking care of her or sorting things out even without actually apologizing.
It's been quite an adventurous series so far and one I recommend!
July 14, 2024
I am enjoying this series immensely
February 15, 2025
Very good hot and spicy will a little pull of the heart strings to keep u hooked
October 8, 2026
Qui la storia si intreccia e i personaggi prendono più spessore, si cominciano a capire anche tutti i loro tormenti.
August 17, 2023
4.8 / 5.0 I snatched this up as soon as the email went out and have read it twice. First, as a reading “on its own” and second, in order after re-reading the first book.
It is still a great story and we get more world and character-building in this one. I liked that the plot is blossoming and the little twists are making themselves known. There is more spice in this one, so be ready for that, and a little less needless violence. Remember, from the first one I reviewed that these MMCs are human so they do not behave in “humanly” ways, but you see more growth in them as they are learning from the FMC.
She is also getting better and starting to come into her own more believably. Lera, from Power of Five, seemed to just suddenly wake up and was a badass character very quickly. This FMC is shown progressing more in an extended way like there is more time built into the story though the pacing is excellent.
Overall, I liked it. I don’t mind the huge cliffhanger because Lidell always does that but she’s quick to get the next book going. I will probably re-read these first 2 a few more times before the next one comes up.
Until Next Time,
MC.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
4.8 / 5.0 I have tried to review three times and GoodReads keeps messing up, so tomorrow I will compose a full review again.
This is good, better than good, and I enjoyed it.
I received an eARC via BookSprout for my honest review.
It is still a great story and we get more world and character-building in this one. I liked that the plot is blossoming and the little twists are making themselves known. There is more spice in this one, so be ready for that, and a little less needless violence. Remember, from the first one I reviewed that these MMCs are human so they do not behave in “humanly” ways, but you see more growth in them as they are learning from the FMC.
She is also getting better and starting to come into her own more believably. Lera, from Power of Five, seemed to just suddenly wake up and was a badass character very quickly. This FMC is shown progressing more in an extended way like there is more time built into the story though the pacing is excellent.
Overall, I liked it. I don’t mind the huge cliffhanger because Lidell always does that but she’s quick to get the next book going. I will probably re-read these first 2 a few more times before the next one comes up.
Until Next Time,
MC.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
4.8 / 5.0 I have tried to review three times and GoodReads keeps messing up, so tomorrow I will compose a full review again.
This is good, better than good, and I enjoyed it.
I received an eARC via BookSprout for my honest review.
September 1, 2023
What was that ending?!?! My heart...I don't know how I'm going to survive...ok a bit overdramatic but it was quite the cliffhanger. I am loving this series though so much. You really see the growth in Kit. She is hilarious but also just good and has a spine of steel when needed. It's no wonder the dragon princes have fallen head over heels for her. She's like the perfect combo of naive, strong and honest. Quinton is definitely my fave cause he's the broody, emotionally stunted one but of course that only means he pulls crazy crap around Kit and I am here for it. Unfortunately things didn't quite go as the princes planned and now I can't wait to see what harebrained plan they come up with but I'm definitely along for the ride.
August 26, 2023
This book picked up pretty much where the last left off. The story was very slow at the beginning due to them being on the ship for most of the read, but picked up half way through. Most of it was spent with Kit and Quintons going back and forth. I’d say this is his book. There was a sprinkling of the other packs pov chapters in this as well. Overall, it was still a great read.. be it a short one. Ended on a cliffhanger. Wait to read this book until the next one comes out… to avoid the anxious feeling that this cliffhanger gives you.
October 18, 2023
I enjoyed the book. I wished book 3 was here faster than Dec, lol. A lot of the drama would have been different or saved if everyone just said what they were thinking instead of being rude, that's for sure. I do wonder how some scenes would play out if they were tweaked just a little. Oh well, the grass is always green right!
March 24, 2024
FLAYING SOMEONE'S BACK IS NOT SEXY
September 27, 2026
RH 4MCs/Dragon Shifters/fated mates/Multi PoV
SYNOPSIS (of 4 Book Series): The series is set in an alternate universe where there are various realms including one where dragons live separated from the human realm however the humans know of the dragons and fear them. The narrative opens with the FC, as slave, waiting for the arrival of 4 dragon princes at her master‘s house to collect the bride that their vizier bought for them years ago. She fitted a prophecy of a woman due to save the dragon population which is dwindling and who will need to go through the trials with the princes to win a fertility potion. Over the past decades the dragon population has reduced and is at risk of becoming extinct. There are no female dragons and dragons used to be able to mate with fae but now they are only able to mate with humans and must take a fertility potion in order to have offspring, Unfortunately the ingredients of the fertility potion mean that there is only one bottle produced every decade hence the trials to see who gets it. The princes feel an immediate attraction to the FC and take her as well as their bride. Unfortunately on the way back to the dragons’ realm their bride is killed and the decision is made to make the FC fit the descriptors of the prophecy. The story arc covers the journey back to the dragon realm, the trials that the dragon princes and their bride must go through and the unravelling of secrets that affect the future of the dragons.
HEAT LEVEL: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️/🍆🍆🍆🍆 The heat level and frequency ramps up as the series progresses. The scenes are more graphic sex than sensual or romantic with group scenes and some exhibitionism thrown in. So this is more porn vs romance. The FC is punished by being belted - it makes her hot; she’s manhandled and treated like property - it makes her hot; constant references to how „big“ dragons are - makes her hot. It’s depressingly unoriginal and lacking in finesse 😔 Don’t get me started on the “stretching” so the MCs will fit 🫣.
Overall this is one of those series with an emphasis on sex whether in the detailed, lengthy sex scenes or references through out to sex or sexual encounters rather than a story with romance, relationship development and spice. Having said that, whilst there are plenty of hot scenes they do not completely highjack the story although sex and breeding are integral to the story arc - the fundamental story is the extinction of dragons and their focus on using humans for breeding. As an aside, I also found the author‘s sexual terminology to be crude which was a bit jarring i.e. channel. Further, the books need a good edit (or the author needs a dictionary) as there is sporadic, annoying word misuse/misspellings - “ascend” instead of “assent” or “differentially” instead of “deferentially”; and, for the love of god it is „curtsy“ NOT “courtesy” 🤦♀️
There‘s plenty of action, some violence and elements of angst (although not too much or too drawn out) with limited drama. The story keeps moving at a decent pace throughout the books.
There is some decent world building but a light touch on the relationship and character building with sporadic elements of each character’s backstory dropped in here and there with each character having the required „traumatic“ history. The FC is likeable and strong although not particularly kickass which was disappointing. She generally needs the MCs to get her out of trouble. The story evolves and seems to become more engaging in book 3 onwards. The MCs are fairly stereotypical with the puppy dog MC; the quiet, reserved MC; the alpha, controlling MC; and the damaged, dark MC. There are some decent secondary characters although they don’t get too much airtime and there‘s a nice twist (although you‘ll probably see it coming) towards the end and a decent climax to the story.
This is a readable series if you are looking for something light reading with plenty of heat and you don‘t want to be dragged down by too much angst.
SYNOPSIS (of 4 Book Series): The series is set in an alternate universe where there are various realms including one where dragons live separated from the human realm however the humans know of the dragons and fear them. The narrative opens with the FC, as slave, waiting for the arrival of 4 dragon princes at her master‘s house to collect the bride that their vizier bought for them years ago. She fitted a prophecy of a woman due to save the dragon population which is dwindling and who will need to go through the trials with the princes to win a fertility potion. Over the past decades the dragon population has reduced and is at risk of becoming extinct. There are no female dragons and dragons used to be able to mate with fae but now they are only able to mate with humans and must take a fertility potion in order to have offspring, Unfortunately the ingredients of the fertility potion mean that there is only one bottle produced every decade hence the trials to see who gets it. The princes feel an immediate attraction to the FC and take her as well as their bride. Unfortunately on the way back to the dragons’ realm their bride is killed and the decision is made to make the FC fit the descriptors of the prophecy. The story arc covers the journey back to the dragon realm, the trials that the dragon princes and their bride must go through and the unravelling of secrets that affect the future of the dragons.
HEAT LEVEL: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️/🍆🍆🍆🍆 The heat level and frequency ramps up as the series progresses. The scenes are more graphic sex than sensual or romantic with group scenes and some exhibitionism thrown in. So this is more porn vs romance. The FC is punished by being belted - it makes her hot; she’s manhandled and treated like property - it makes her hot; constant references to how „big“ dragons are - makes her hot. It’s depressingly unoriginal and lacking in finesse 😔 Don’t get me started on the “stretching” so the MCs will fit 🫣.
Overall this is one of those series with an emphasis on sex whether in the detailed, lengthy sex scenes or references through out to sex or sexual encounters rather than a story with romance, relationship development and spice. Having said that, whilst there are plenty of hot scenes they do not completely highjack the story although sex and breeding are integral to the story arc - the fundamental story is the extinction of dragons and their focus on using humans for breeding. As an aside, I also found the author‘s sexual terminology to be crude which was a bit jarring i.e. channel. Further, the books need a good edit (or the author needs a dictionary) as there is sporadic, annoying word misuse/misspellings - “ascend” instead of “assent” or “differentially” instead of “deferentially”; and, for the love of god it is „curtsy“ NOT “courtesy” 🤦♀️
There‘s plenty of action, some violence and elements of angst (although not too much or too drawn out) with limited drama. The story keeps moving at a decent pace throughout the books.
There is some decent world building but a light touch on the relationship and character building with sporadic elements of each character’s backstory dropped in here and there with each character having the required „traumatic“ history. The FC is likeable and strong although not particularly kickass which was disappointing. She generally needs the MCs to get her out of trouble. The story evolves and seems to become more engaging in book 3 onwards. The MCs are fairly stereotypical with the puppy dog MC; the quiet, reserved MC; the alpha, controlling MC; and the damaged, dark MC. There are some decent secondary characters although they don’t get too much airtime and there‘s a nice twist (although you‘ll probably see it coming) towards the end and a decent climax to the story.
This is a readable series if you are looking for something light reading with plenty of heat and you don‘t want to be dragged down by too much angst.
September 20, 2023
The dragons take to the sea!
This series is sooo much fun to get lost in and man alive am I glutton for these cliffhanger endings.
I mean yes they are a doozy but I love them sooo much because you know the books got you hooked good when you yell and chuck your kindle when it stops there. (Am I wrong?)
But back to the story. The pack is on the way from the human realm to the realm of the dragons and one step closer to the Equinox Trials.
While on the ship, Kit undergoes more intense training in preparation for the trials. Where as the other brides will have had their whole life’s to prepare, Kit has weeks. Quinton puts her through grueling physical training while Tavias, Cyril and Hauck put her through ‘physical’ training and comfort her every night.
More insight into the princes, especially Cyril’s background and why he is no longer the heir apparent.
Picks right up from book one. A rh fantasy romance. Magic, high seas highjinx, monsters and a growing bond that goes beyond the agreed upon arrangement.
Favorite scene - Quinton and Kit in the crow’s nest ‘breathing’. These two are my favorite together!
Multiple povs, Kit’s told in first person, males told in third.
Characters-
Kit - human
Dragon princes - Tavias (amethyst dragon, heir apparent) Cyril (blue dragon) Quinton (silver dragon and a shadow) Hauck (golden dragon)
Ettienne - Massa’eve’s king, definitely do not like him and his schemes 😡
Steam - 🔥, group scenes
Triggers - corporal punishment, blood, death
This series is sooo much fun to get lost in and man alive am I glutton for these cliffhanger endings.
I mean yes they are a doozy but I love them sooo much because you know the books got you hooked good when you yell and chuck your kindle when it stops there. (Am I wrong?)
But back to the story. The pack is on the way from the human realm to the realm of the dragons and one step closer to the Equinox Trials.
While on the ship, Kit undergoes more intense training in preparation for the trials. Where as the other brides will have had their whole life’s to prepare, Kit has weeks. Quinton puts her through grueling physical training while Tavias, Cyril and Hauck put her through ‘physical’ training and comfort her every night.
More insight into the princes, especially Cyril’s background and why he is no longer the heir apparent.
Picks right up from book one. A rh fantasy romance. Magic, high seas highjinx, monsters and a growing bond that goes beyond the agreed upon arrangement.
Favorite scene - Quinton and Kit in the crow’s nest ‘breathing’. These two are my favorite together!
Multiple povs, Kit’s told in first person, males told in third.
Characters-
Kit - human
Dragon princes - Tavias (amethyst dragon, heir apparent) Cyril (blue dragon) Quinton (silver dragon and a shadow) Hauck (golden dragon)
Ettienne - Massa’eve’s king, definitely do not like him and his schemes 😡
Steam - 🔥, group scenes
Triggers - corporal punishment, blood, death
April 19, 2024
I LOVE this heroine and her harem. H A R D!
Oh my goodness, I love our FMC, Kit. She’s strong. She’s vulnerable. She’s confident. She’s insecure. She’s all these things, and she’ll worm her way into your affections. She definitely has a mouth on her . . . Not a naughty mouth, but her snide remarks and comebacks to the dragon princes is *chefs kiss*
This book continues the journey of our 4 dragon princes, and Kit, back to their homeland to compete in the Immortal Games. They only have the length of this journey - a few weeks - to prepare/train Kit for what is to come. The bulk of this book takes place aboard a ship that must sail to, and through, the divide between the mortal and immortal realms. It’s not as easy as it sounds. I think because the book takes place on the ship, there is a lot more character development which I was absolutely here for.
When they reach the castle . . .
Ooh that just really hurt my heart.
This book ends on a cliffhanger, and I highly recommend this series. I am thoroughly enjoying it.
Oh my goodness, I love our FMC, Kit. She’s strong. She’s vulnerable. She’s confident. She’s insecure. She’s all these things, and she’ll worm her way into your affections. She definitely has a mouth on her . . . Not a naughty mouth, but her snide remarks and comebacks to the dragon princes is *chefs kiss*
This book continues the journey of our 4 dragon princes, and Kit, back to their homeland to compete in the Immortal Games. They only have the length of this journey - a few weeks - to prepare/train Kit for what is to come. The bulk of this book takes place aboard a ship that must sail to, and through, the divide between the mortal and immortal realms. It’s not as easy as it sounds. I think because the book takes place on the ship, there is a lot more character development which I was absolutely here for.
When they reach the castle . . .
Tavias pulls away slowly, letting our lips linger against each other for a moment longer before parting. “I don’t want to open the carriage door,” he confesses. “When we go inside, with Ettienne, I might be different. More… more the way the heir apparent is expected to behave. Whatever happens, promise me that you’ll remember this moment. Know that it’s real. Alright?”
Ooh that just really hurt my heart.
This book ends on a cliffhanger, and I highly recommend this series. I am thoroughly enjoying it.
July 21, 2026
Dragons' Bride benefits from the foundation established in the opening novel, allowing its emotional stakes and interpersonal dynamics to deepen with considerably greater confidence. Character motivations become more layered, relationships gain meaningful complexity, and the evolving blend of fantasy, romance, and political tension continues to distinguish the series from many of its contemporaries. Several developments subvert familiar genre expectations in satisfying ways, reinforcing the impression that Alex Lidell is less interested in following established romantasy formulas than in reshaping them into something uniquely her own.
The prose continues to favor readability over literary flourish, occasionally repeating particular descriptors or phrases often enough to become noticeable. Fortunately, those stylistic redundancies seldom detract from the novel's greatest strengths: an engaging cast, consistently entertaining pacing, and a storyline that refuses to rely solely on romance to sustain reader investment. Emotional conflicts remain just as compelling as the external ones, lending the narrative a welcome sense of balance. The result is a sequel that broadens both the world and its characters while remaining thoroughly enjoyable, making it an easy recommendation for readers eager for fantasy romance that feels comfortably familiar yet refreshingly distinct.
The prose continues to favor readability over literary flourish, occasionally repeating particular descriptors or phrases often enough to become noticeable. Fortunately, those stylistic redundancies seldom detract from the novel's greatest strengths: an engaging cast, consistently entertaining pacing, and a storyline that refuses to rely solely on romance to sustain reader investment. Emotional conflicts remain just as compelling as the external ones, lending the narrative a welcome sense of balance. The result is a sequel that broadens both the world and its characters while remaining thoroughly enjoyable, making it an easy recommendation for readers eager for fantasy romance that feels comfortably familiar yet refreshingly distinct.
September 2, 2023
I had a hard time rating the first book, because I found the actions of the princes too unethical, and I didn't like Kit constantly moving on right after and then getting turned on. When characters aren't (fully) human, I try to be open-minded, but their behavior and reasonings made me ill. The problem was that I actually quite liked the story. This book was a step-up from that though, and we get a greater understanding of each of the characters – especially Kit and Quinton. A recurring problem though is Kit's lack of standing by her choices/opinions. I know, I know, be forgiving and all that, but both her and the princes' feelings do a one-eighty several times.
I had hoped that the book would have been a bit longer, and we'd get further into the story, but I know from Lidell's other books that this is common. Despite it being slow, it felt like some of the story was hurried somehow – perhaps needing more depth in the emotional connections?
Unfortunately, there were quite a lot of spelling mistakes for such a short book, and it affected the reading experience, but otherwise the writing was great. Beware of the cliffhanger, and I think we can look forward to the third instalment coming in December.
I had hoped that the book would have been a bit longer, and we'd get further into the story, but I know from Lidell's other books that this is common. Despite it being slow, it felt like some of the story was hurried somehow – perhaps needing more depth in the emotional connections?
Unfortunately, there were quite a lot of spelling mistakes for such a short book, and it affected the reading experience, but otherwise the writing was great. Beware of the cliffhanger, and I think we can look forward to the third instalment coming in December.
August 18, 2023
This is a page turner! I'm a big fan of Alex Lindell and have pretty much read all her series. So far these are short books but she does so much with them. We get character & relationship development, action, and dragon whispering.
Stakes are getting higher now that Cordelia is dead and they've decided to fake a relationship with Kit. But how will this be received by the King? Hmmm...it's probably what you think.
Most of the book centers on the travel to Lumos and Kit's developing relationships with each of the MMCs. I felt her relationship with Quinton is the deepest, only cause they "appear" to hate each other.
I was only slightly disappointed that we didn't get her first time experiences with each men on paper. (Only 2 of them were on page)
That last scene was intense. It went from heartbreaker to hot to perilous. Great cliffhanger, I didn't even need it! I was already getting sad that I was near the end of the book! So looking forward to the next book.
I would love to see what Kit really is! She's no ordinary human!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Received this arc via Booksprout
Stakes are getting higher now that Cordelia is dead and they've decided to fake a relationship with Kit. But how will this be received by the King? Hmmm...it's probably what you think.
Most of the book centers on the travel to Lumos and Kit's developing relationships with each of the MMCs. I felt her relationship with Quinton is the deepest, only cause they "appear" to hate each other.
I was only slightly disappointed that we didn't get her first time experiences with each men on paper. (Only 2 of them were on page)
That last scene was intense. It went from heartbreaker to hot to perilous. Great cliffhanger, I didn't even need it! I was already getting sad that I was near the end of the book! So looking forward to the next book.
I would love to see what Kit really is! She's no ordinary human!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Received this arc via Booksprout
April 30, 2024
Good
WARNING! Cliffhanger! This rates a pretty high 5/5 on my trauma scale, but fortunately for us all, the next book in the series is already completed, so no waiting!
Kit and her dragon princes have to make their way to the fae lands, and this involves a rather perilous sea voyage.
In the meantime, the princes need to train the former slave, so that they can compete in the equinox games, without Kit getting killed!
It’s a quick, and quite fast paced read, and there is a surprising amount going on during what should be quite a dull voyage.
Of course, it won’t go smoothly, because when it comes to politics and fae royalty, you can be sure that betrayal, conniving, and violence are all involved at some point along the way!
It’s an enjoyable story, with intriguing characters and an interesting subplot. There are a number of steamy scenes as well as some action ones, as this book is really about Kit getting to know the princes on multiple levels, including the personal, and I’m looking forward to seeing where it leads.
This is an entertaining read for RH fans, as well as fans of the author.
WARNING! Cliffhanger! This rates a pretty high 5/5 on my trauma scale, but fortunately for us all, the next book in the series is already completed, so no waiting!
Kit and her dragon princes have to make their way to the fae lands, and this involves a rather perilous sea voyage.
In the meantime, the princes need to train the former slave, so that they can compete in the equinox games, without Kit getting killed!
It’s a quick, and quite fast paced read, and there is a surprising amount going on during what should be quite a dull voyage.
Of course, it won’t go smoothly, because when it comes to politics and fae royalty, you can be sure that betrayal, conniving, and violence are all involved at some point along the way!
It’s an enjoyable story, with intriguing characters and an interesting subplot. There are a number of steamy scenes as well as some action ones, as this book is really about Kit getting to know the princes on multiple levels, including the personal, and I’m looking forward to seeing where it leads.
This is an entertaining read for RH fans, as well as fans of the author.
September 4, 2026
Ok so I think I finally found a book this really triggered me! And that doesn’t happen to me ever!
I haven’t finished this yet but I will however I won’t be reading anymore after.
So basically this book is just DV where the abusers are themselves mmcs. The first book there was one part I didn’t like but I could over look it..
When you put a part with her being whipped by a rop then straight after the same mmc that’s done it trying to get hot and heavy and touching where he’s hurt her saying “it’s ok to cry” the only part you missed was the sadistic smile and look in his eye that he enjoyed watching the pain he caused!
I like dark romance.. I even read books with DV but the difference is your not ment to like the person doing it. They are ment to pay for what they did. This book just glorifies it and makes it sound “romantic” in the name of it’s not real. Or it’s a made up story.
This isn’t pain play in the bedroom. This isn’t a kink. For me it’s just wrong and it’s sad because without it this story would be something I was hooked on. Take the vile punishment away and I like the characters and the story.
Sorry like I said first book that has trigger me at all
I haven’t finished this yet but I will however I won’t be reading anymore after.
So basically this book is just DV where the abusers are themselves mmcs. The first book there was one part I didn’t like but I could over look it..
When you put a part with her being whipped by a rop then straight after the same mmc that’s done it trying to get hot and heavy and touching where he’s hurt her saying “it’s ok to cry” the only part you missed was the sadistic smile and look in his eye that he enjoyed watching the pain he caused!
I like dark romance.. I even read books with DV but the difference is your not ment to like the person doing it. They are ment to pay for what they did. This book just glorifies it and makes it sound “romantic” in the name of it’s not real. Or it’s a made up story.
This isn’t pain play in the bedroom. This isn’t a kink. For me it’s just wrong and it’s sad because without it this story would be something I was hooked on. Take the vile punishment away and I like the characters and the story.
Sorry like I said first book that has trigger me at all
August 30, 2023
A wonderful read, great characters and a scenario that will hold you riveted within its pages
I found this to be a very interesting read, I enjoyed it as much as I did the first book and I am sure that others will be as enchanted by this wonderful read as I did. Quinton was a wonderful character and I found that once I started reading this book it was impossible to put this book down.
The characters had been written so very well and I am sure that you will find yourself caught up in the scenario of this read and you will not be able to put it down until you reach the final page and discover the outcome, you will be held riveted.
It is another cliff hanger and you will be left looking forward to future books in the series.
I assure you that you will love every moment of this book it is simply a fantastic read.
I voluntarily received and review an Advanced Reader Copy
I thoroughly enjoyed the book and look forward to reading any future publications; keep up all the great writing
I found this to be a very interesting read, I enjoyed it as much as I did the first book and I am sure that others will be as enchanted by this wonderful read as I did. Quinton was a wonderful character and I found that once I started reading this book it was impossible to put this book down.
The characters had been written so very well and I am sure that you will find yourself caught up in the scenario of this read and you will not be able to put it down until you reach the final page and discover the outcome, you will be held riveted.
It is another cliff hanger and you will be left looking forward to future books in the series.
I assure you that you will love every moment of this book it is simply a fantastic read.
I voluntarily received and review an Advanced Reader Copy
I thoroughly enjoyed the book and look forward to reading any future publications; keep up all the great writing
August 19, 2023
A direct continuation from the first book in the series, and it was just as amazing.
I felt like this book had quite a slower start compared to the first book and to some extent I do wish more had occurred in this book, but I am so happy with the ending. Quinton does truly have my entire heart, although he can be quite a heartbreaking character sometimes. Consequently, I feel as though this book was definitely more focused on him, which I believe was needed as his character has so many layers, which all become slowly exposed.
In addition to this, I feel like there are so many layers in the others that are taking a prolonged time to come out, such as Hauck. Furthermore, I feel like Kit's character is lacking in some traits and I didn't really connect with her this book, but I did truly enjoy her pure resilience.
I will definitely be reading the next book in this series as the cliffhanger at the end edged me and I just need to know what happens!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I felt like this book had quite a slower start compared to the first book and to some extent I do wish more had occurred in this book, but I am so happy with the ending. Quinton does truly have my entire heart, although he can be quite a heartbreaking character sometimes. Consequently, I feel as though this book was definitely more focused on him, which I believe was needed as his character has so many layers, which all become slowly exposed.
In addition to this, I feel like there are so many layers in the others that are taking a prolonged time to come out, such as Hauck. Furthermore, I feel like Kit's character is lacking in some traits and I didn't really connect with her this book, but I did truly enjoy her pure resilience.
I will definitely be reading the next book in this series as the cliffhanger at the end edged me and I just need to know what happens!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 11, 2025
Yeah... still conflicted about this series. While I really am not enjoying a lot of the content, I am invested in the outcome of the trials. So I have been reading this and skipping some of the graphic content. I do like the way Kit is coming out of her shell and standing up for herself, but the punishments, the way the Princes "feel bad about it, but oh well", and still coerce her into sexual situations, because they're 'training her for the trial' 🤮, is just a big red flag. Consent people.
Then there is the betrayal, the assassination attempt, the forced mating, the hate sex, the public sex as part of the trial, the casual violence against women, the way the Princes people see humans as expendable... there is a lot to deal with.
And yet, I will probably read the next book as the overarching premise, the trials and the political drama still sounds interesting. Damn it. Wish me luck.
2.5ish stars
Then there is the betrayal, the assassination attempt, the forced mating, the hate sex, the public sex as part of the trial, the casual violence against women, the way the Princes people see humans as expendable... there is a lot to deal with.
And yet, I will probably read the next book as the overarching premise, the trials and the political drama still sounds interesting. Damn it. Wish me luck.
2.5ish stars
March 4, 2026
Enjoyable read
The premise of the story is interesting. The world building is good. I like the dynamic of three of the four male protagonists. The tension and care between the two at the top is very well done. The morally gray dark brother is an enjoyably written ass (much of the time) with moments where he allows his inner passion to appear. The proverbial screw up, he feels to me like he's working to be a screw up and that isn't his nature.
But I really struggle with the female protagonist. She only remembers growing up as a slave, that makes her penchant for sassy banter and that she has to work to defer or remember titles a real struggle for me. I don't have a problem that she finds her inner fire when backed into a corner and has nothing to lose, it's the basic interactions that don't align with the backstory. All that said, I do enjoy her sense of humor, her stubbornness, and her banter with the males.
The premise of the story is interesting. The world building is good. I like the dynamic of three of the four male protagonists. The tension and care between the two at the top is very well done. The morally gray dark brother is an enjoyably written ass (much of the time) with moments where he allows his inner passion to appear. The proverbial screw up, he feels to me like he's working to be a screw up and that isn't his nature.
But I really struggle with the female protagonist. She only remembers growing up as a slave, that makes her penchant for sassy banter and that she has to work to defer or remember titles a real struggle for me. I don't have a problem that she finds her inner fire when backed into a corner and has nothing to lose, it's the basic interactions that don't align with the backstory. All that said, I do enjoy her sense of humor, her stubbornness, and her banter with the males.
October 4, 2023
Enjoyable
I liked the book. The dif point of views were great. Kit tries so hard for them that it’s heartbreaking to see the guys bow to their father on his whims. I’m so glad the ending happened the way it did. It shows there’s a way for Quinton to be a part of them all, he’s not just what his father made him. Kit has sun bravery, and bit of misplaced trust in Quinton but he comes through for her when I didn’t think he would. It also hints more about another power of hers… I rated it 4stars because there was several chapters where it just gave me anxiety. Not the kind where I need to read what’s gonna happen next but I needed to put the book down and focus on something else to calm my racing heart. Otherwise I did enjoy the book. Wish there was an opening to the 2nd book that describes what happened in the first book.
I liked the book. The dif point of views were great. Kit tries so hard for them that it’s heartbreaking to see the guys bow to their father on his whims. I’m so glad the ending happened the way it did. It shows there’s a way for Quinton to be a part of them all, he’s not just what his father made him. Kit has sun bravery, and bit of misplaced trust in Quinton but he comes through for her when I didn’t think he would. It also hints more about another power of hers… I rated it 4stars because there was several chapters where it just gave me anxiety. Not the kind where I need to read what’s gonna happen next but I needed to put the book down and focus on something else to calm my racing heart. Otherwise I did enjoy the book. Wish there was an opening to the 2nd book that describes what happened in the first book.
August 17, 2023
What was that ending?!?! My heart...I don't know how I'm going to survive...ok a bit overdramatic but it was quite the cliffhanger. I am loving this series though so much. You really see the growth in Kit. She is hilarious but also just good and has a spine of steel when needed. It's no wonder the dragon peinces have fallen head over heels for her. She's like the perfect combo of naive, strong and honest. Quinton is definitely my fave cause he's the broody, emotionally stunted one but of course that only means he pulls crazy crap around Kit and I am here for it. Unfortunately things didn't quite go as the princes planned and now I can't wait to see what harebrained plan they come up with but I'm definitely along for the ride.
August 18, 2023
I had finished reading this book less than 24 hours after receiving my copy and had to physically force myself to put it down at 2 am! It was excellently written, a great continuation from the last instalment and left me eagerly awaiting the next book. Another wonderful piece of work by Alex Lidell and I am always excited to see what she writes next.
The story delves deeper into the characters we love, as they navigate emotional challenges and thrilling adventures. Lidell's writing keeps the pages turning with a perfect balance of action and connection between characters. If you're a fan of fantasy romance with an engaging plot, "Dragon's Bride" is a must-read that will leave you eager for more.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The story delves deeper into the characters we love, as they navigate emotional challenges and thrilling adventures. Lidell's writing keeps the pages turning with a perfect balance of action and connection between characters. If you're a fan of fantasy romance with an engaging plot, "Dragon's Bride" is a must-read that will leave you eager for more.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 19, 2023
“Dragon’s Bride” is book two in the “Her Royal Dragon Pack” series and it’s even better than the first one. This is an epic fantasy series, where the second book is mostly set at sea with some fascinating dangers along the way. I was sitting at the edge of my seat for some of these scenes and I got to the end of the book before I fully realized it was already done.
I sincerely love everything about this book: Kit’s bravery, the men’s alphaholiness (if that’s a word), the worldbuilding, the twists and turns in the storyline, the action scenes, the spice, … The sass and banter between these characters adds an interesting element to the story, but combine it all and you get a truly gripping storyline.
I highly recommend this series, and can’t wait to see what will happen next.
I sincerely love everything about this book: Kit’s bravery, the men’s alphaholiness (if that’s a word), the worldbuilding, the twists and turns in the storyline, the action scenes, the spice, … The sass and banter between these characters adds an interesting element to the story, but combine it all and you get a truly gripping storyline.
I highly recommend this series, and can’t wait to see what will happen next.
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