Survive

Draax #5

by Elizabeth Kelly

The job was supposed to be easy. Mediate a dispute between the western Draax king and humans and return to Earth for a hard-earned promotion. Until a rival Draax king kidnaps my mother and forces me to help him. I’m no spy, but I’ll do whatever it takes to save my mother, including lying to and sabotaging the Draax king I’m meant to help .I know my plan will work… until I meet Krey. A king’s guard and the western king’s adopted brother, Krey is sweet and sexy, and he wants me. He’s willing to keep things casual, but fate can be a real jerk sometimes. We’re falling in love. Only the person Krey believes I am is a lie. Krey promises to protect me. But what happens when he discovers my betrayal? Author’s Survive is Book Five in the Draax Series. It is a standalone in the series. Please note that this book contains steamy scenes that may not be your cup of tea.

416 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 20, 2023

About the author

Elizabeth Kelly is a romance novelist who spends her days writing and pushing her cat Murray off the keyboard. She firmly believes that a person can survive solely on sushi and coffee, and only her husband's mad cooking skills prevents her from proving that theory.

She also writes contemporary and paranormal romance under her alter-ego "Ramona Gray".

Reviews

[Sai · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have finally finished the book that I've been waiting since so long for! I've been crazy about Krey since I first read about him.
Loved reading about Quill & Sabrina, they're amazing with everyone and Jovie is just so adorable honestly loved reading about their babies.

Vera gave me a solemn look. “I just want you to be happy, Mads, and a happy girl is a girl who’s getting dick on the regular.”
Love Vera I hope she gets her own giant Draxx too.

“That’s a bullshit excuse,” I said. “You’re using your age to justify being a sexist, and if you think I’m not going to call you out on insulting me, you’re wrong. Women are just as smart and capable as men, and I am good at my job.” I leaned forward and tapped the table for emphasis. “No, scratch that. I am amazing at my job. The coalition sent me because I am the best person to help your king. Having a vagina instead of a penis does not change that fact.”
Teo is such a gem. Love the fact that he understood Mads so well. Their friendship is the cutest thing ever.

“After I fuck you, I will cover your delectable body with my cum so every Draax in the garden knows you belong to me, little human.”
Krey is so hot my lord. I need me a Krey too!

“I will not hear you speak of yourself this way a moment longer,” I said. Teo grinned. “What will you do? Stab me with your shiny sword?”
I love their friendship & love Teo

[Veronica · Rating 4 out of 5]

Survive is book 5 in the Draax series by Elizabeth Kelly. This story follows Krey (best friend and current lead guardsmen for the King) and Madison (an American who is sent to mediate). Madison is sent to mediate between Draax and the States but she also is being forced to spy on the Draax by an enemy king from the same planet. Madison is a very strong and caring character who is trying to save her mother but mean while she is falling for Krey. She does not want to betray Krey but her mom is her priority. I loved this story because both main characters are kind and smart and their chemistry is so sexy. There is so much in this book scares, laughs, a little bit of gore and so much steam. It's definitely worth a read. The only reason why I gave 4 stars instead of 5 was because even though it is a HEA the ending seemed very abrupt. I feel like I needed just a little more after all the ordeal they had just gone through not exactly an epilogue just a bit more details about their lives after all the upheaval.

[FULVIA BELLINATO · Rating 5 out of 5]

Madison is good at her job as a mediator but what started as a turning point in her career might end up with her in jail or even killed for she is about to betray the people she’s come to care about, especially Krey.
Krey can’t believe his luck when he thinks he might have found in Madison a once-in-a-lifetime chance at having a mate and children. But something doesn’t add up because Madison, even if attracted to him, is holding herself back and denies any willingness to further their acquaintance.
For a fan of alien romance like me, It is always good to come back to the Draax world, where aliens sometimes are more human than the humans and their feelings, opposed to the humans’ ,are honest and transparent
Glad that there will be at least one more book in the series.

[Pam · Rating 5 out of 5]

Survive is the fifth book in the Draax Series by Elizabeth Kelly.
When the western Draax king has some issues with his earth territories a mediator is sent from earth to help him with the disputes. While going to Draax the mediator is taken by a rival Draax king who has kidnapped her mother to keep her compliant and on task. All she has to do is spy on Quill and report back to the other king. When she starts having feelings for Krey one of the royal guards she is torn, spy to keep her mother safe or refuse and be the cause of her mothers death. What is she going to do? Can she trust Krey to help her keep her mother safe? I loved this book. The story is original and the characters are amazing.

[Secret Romance Junkie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can’t explain how excited I am that Elizabeth Kelly returned to the Draax series, and it was worth every minute of the wait!! This book is exceptional. Madison is so strong and independent with clear determination. Krey has always been the ultimate warrior but seeing his gushy insides when it comes to Madison is too good to be true. In the spirit of true love, both Madison and Krey want to ensure that the other follows their dreams. So sweet. Overall, it was fast paced with just the right amount of action and spice. This is a must read.

[Olivia Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

One thing I love about this author is she always goes where her muse takes her. But I am SO glad it took her back to the Draax series. We got some good scenes with Krey, the sexy alien, in previous books in the series but he really shines in this one! Great balance of steamy, angsty, fun, and has some interesting plot twists. I love how the MC, Madison, really proves she is smart and good at her job in this book, and how that never compromises her femininity. Tune into this book for a smart MC, a strong romantic plot, and some fun scenes with fan favorites from previous books!

[Debbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Adventure and romance and hot green aliens, oh my!

I enjoyed and trusted the writing of this author so much, she was my first alien romance read. Five books later... This book has it all: adventure, spies, aliens, spaceships, romance, steam, and the signature binge-ability of all Kelly's books. I was going to enjoy it as a 2024 read, but I clearly have no self control. Happy holidays!

I received a free advanced copy of this book and am leaving an honest review.

[Ashley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Looved IT!!!!

Another awesome read by Elizabeth Kelly!! This series gets better and better!! Madison and Kreys story is great on its own, but I loved catching up with other characters from previous books in the series.. There is so much chemistry between Madison and Krey, shes one tough cookie and he is a badass with sugary sweet side!! Can't wait for the next in the series!!

[Emma · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you want an alien romance with touches of angst, steamy scenes and some awwww moments, then this is the book and series for you. The writing is well done and the characters are engaging, so the story invites you in. Very easy to read and unputdownable. You feel for Madison from the off and in a different way, for Krey. You are invested in them and their HEA. Very enjoyable, can't wait for the next.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Jill Macdonald · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’ve been desperately waiting for Krey’s story and it didn’t disappoint! It was good to dive deeper
Into Krey as he has been in all the other books in this series so it was nice to see him become one of the main characters. As usual Elizabeth Kelly takes an alien romance and manages to make the characters relatable and believable. I loved Krey and the introduction of Madison, can’t wait for the next one! Off to reread it in the meantime.

[Christina L · Rating 5 out of 5]

Elizabeth Kelly has given us another great story of the Draax. It was great reading about how strong Madison was, and how Krey could be sweet and loving. The story moved quickly and kept me sucked in. I enjoyed keeping up with the other characters from previous books. This is another definite must read by Ms. Kelly. I can't wait for the next in the series!!

[Jobar · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had been waiting somewhat patiently for Kray's story and it was worth every second! I thoroughly enjoyed witnessing their relationship develop. I loved the strong woman portrayed by Madison. I'm not a huge fan of the damsel in destress trope, so I was thrilled to see our heroine be treated a fully fleshed out character.

[Beth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Elizabeth Kelly NEVER disappoints. I can't get enough of the Draax series and especially loved these two sweet souls. I'm an enemies-to-lovers fan, so imagine my surprise that this is now my favorite book in the series after the first book. There's something about watching two characters pretend that they can keep their relationship casual as they fall in love. Wonderful.

[Tarra Davis · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this series!! I loved Krey and Madison’s story. I usually don’t read a lot of alien stories but this author writes every story so well that you get hooked right away.

[Ashley Hornberger · Rating 5 out of 5]

This whole series is indescribably hot. I’m so happy Krey got a story. Madison is such a strong character and she’s written so cleverly.

[Kirra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great book to the draax series and I absolutely loved reading about Krey and Madison!

[Michelle Daly · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book so much. The characters were great, I loved the dynamic between the two and it was so much fun to read.