Argenis

by Pepper North

Bewildered by the challenges and dangers that erupt, Ciel tackles the long trek back to Wyvern. When a silver dragon appears, making her panic, she's sure it's her final straw. To her surprise it isn't long before their bond snaps into place, and the attraction between them ignites. 
 
By scent alone, Argenis knows that the woman seeking help to bring her daughter home is related to his future mate. Without question he lends his assistance and is prepared to battle any foe to keep his mate safe and make her his. 
 
Change has come to Wyvern. A centuries-old pact between the founders and their powerful allies could save the inhabitants of the city once again, but only a dragon Daddy can truly guard his mate from harm. 

Genres: Dragons

184 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 6, 2024

About the author

Ever just gone for it? That's what USA Today Bestselling Author Pepper North did in 2017 when she posted a book for sale on Amazon without telling anyone. Thanks to her amazing fans, the support of the writing community, Mr. North, and a killer schedule, she has now written more than 150 books!

Enjoy contemporary, paranormal, dark, and erotic romances that are both sweet and steamy? Pepper will convert you into one of her loyal readers. What's coming in the future? A Daddypalooza!

Reviews

[Geeky Girl Review Cafe · Rating 4 out of 5]

Give Me All The Dragons!

I'm very much enjoying this series with it's over-arching storyline but a new couple in each book. Definitely written to keep a reader coming back.

I love the DDlg dynamic blended with the dragon shifter dynamic and the history and complexity that the author has blended into these mated bonds/pairs.

I find myself super intrigued and invested in getting to Keres' story for sure!

[Joe Kendall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Silly knows best

Wow. I loved this second book in the Fated Dragon Daddies series.
Argenis is a great lead, full of gruff dragon goodness. When he tasks himself with finding a townswomans daughter, it's because he realises she may be his mate.
Ciel is desperately trying to get home. But the world is falling apart.
When Argenis finds her, she is desperate and alone. He knows instantly who she is to him, and one touch changes both of their lives.
I love this story. The characters are beautifully written and well rounded with detail. The daddy aspect is hot, literally, and the plot is full of depth and supporting cast.
I am loving this series and highly recommend it and the author.

[Fiona · Rating 5 out of 5]

When Ciel returns home from College, just as the change happens to the world, she is miles from her home town and is trying to get home to her mother, when a man takes her luggage and won’t let her take her stuff out of her suitcase, she sees a dragon in the sky, who, then lands in a field, which causes her to try to get away and injures herself. Argenis who is a silver dragon just like Ceil’s favourite stuffie, he quickly reassures Ceil and helps attend her injuries. He tells her that she is his mate. This is a really cute story that I thoroughly enjoyed reading and I know if you like a Daddy Dom story, you will thoroughly enjoy this one. the characters in this story, we enjoyable and there are other dragons that showcase in their story, especially Drake and his mate aurora from the first book and the two girls become best friends. At the end of the story we are introduced to the next couple who meet. There is an element of danger in this tale as well as lots of sexy times.

I was given an advanced copy of this book to read and I am reviewing with my honest and fair opinion.

[Janine - The World Was Hers for the Reading · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ciel was away at school when the world changed. And, with the lack of technology she cannot get home safely. When Ciel’s mother asks the silver dragon, Argenis for assistance, he knows instantly that the woman is related to his fated mate and is off to the rescue.

Trouble is brewing as food, medicine and other resources become more scarce. While Wyvern is faring well because of the dragons’ knowledge of the pre-technology ways, outside of the mountains is not bringing danger to Wyvern and Ciel with only Argenis and the other dragons to keep the town and their mates safe.

I’m enjoying this series so far. While I wished we knew more about why everything has broken-down (hopefully more clues in future books) I'm enjoying watching the growing pains of each new fated relationship of not only learning to live without technology but also each mate learning to live with an overprotective Daddy as well. In this book, I especially enjoyed the moments between Ciel and Argenis as they flew together to search out supplies and explore outside of the mountains. 4 stars!

[Jan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ciel was not having a good day. She was running late to get the train station to head home and what was going on with technology. When she thinks she is safe on her trek, someone steals her suitcase with her stuffie. Argenis is given a task, find Ciel. Her mother is worried about her. Blessing, Ciel is his mate. Argenis isn’t about to let anything happen to her. The silver dragon saves her and tells her about being his mate. You have to love that it is ingrained in their DNA that they are fated. Argenis is sweet and loving. He doesn’t scare Ciel. She seems enchanted by him. Yes we do have some bad guys that want the horde that the dragons have. But you know that isn’t about to happen. Ciel also meets Aurora, the gold dragons mate. We also find a mate for the red dragon. We really need to find a mate for the black dragon. I would hate to see him be destroyed.

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

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.7 stars

This is the second book in the Fated Dragon Daddies series, and it is an enjoyable read. It can be read as a standalone, but I recommend reading the prior book to have a better understanding of the dynamics at play. Ciel is a woman who is heading home from school when the world erupts and she is caught in a maelstrom of chaos…but never fear because Silly, Ciel’s stuffed dragon is on the case and will protect anything and everything. (You’ll have to read the book to understand this reference.) As requested by Ciel’s mother, Argenis goes in search of Ciel and he cannot believe what he finds. Once again Ms. North has written an intriguing storyline with captivating characters and spice that give readers an introduction into the dd/lg lifestyle and leaves us wanting more.

[ZJT · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this magical whimsical story.

This is a wonderful feel good story with all the danger, suspense and smexy times you could want. The ongoing technology challenges are integral to the plot and a curious mystery, that I enjoy greatly.

Ciel is portrayed as a mischievous, yet sweet Little with a penchant for seeking trouble. I found her to be spunky and adventurous and very likeable.

Argenis has to be my new favourite Dragon Daddy. These dragons love deeply and completely, with talents honed from many, many years of protecting the town and their mates.

I am intrigued by the magical properties each Dragon possesses. I can see how each will be utilized in the ensuing battles.

[Karon Price · Rating 5 out of 5]

4 1/2 Stars

I am loving the Fated Dragon Daddies books. There has been an event (as of yet unexplained) which has eliminated all technology. Thankfully the Wyvern people have dragon protectors, who only ask to mate with their fated one. This is a great mix of fantasy, DD/lg and apocalyptic action adventure. Argenis rescues Ciel, his fated mate and brings her back to Wyvern, where they get to know one another. I loved that he didn't rush her in some ways, but wasn't going to allow his fated mate to leave his side either. Great HEA. My only complaint is this story is in no way a stand alone. If you don't read book 1 you will be quite lost.

[Karen Komarinski · Rating 5 out of 5]

When the whole world shut down Ciel was bravely making her way back to “Wyvern on her own. At first she was met with kind people giving her water & food the longer the trek the scarier things got. Until a real life Dragon the same color as Silly her stuffed dragon came to take her back home to see her mother. They would be there long enough to rest, heal and then she would go to the mountain with the Silver Dragon, because Argenis is her true love, her Daddy. “Wyvern had forgotten the packed they had with the Drago. This is book two in this series, I’m looking forward to the next book in this series. I’m hoping for Keres’ the black dragon find his mate soon.

[Margaret Center · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a very calm introduction into the world of DaddyDom/Little ... it is a quick read with some suspense and some laughs along the way. Ciel (aka: Sky) seems to be naive in the world, when all hell breaks out, I love how she is that but also ferocious when it come's to Silly, her favorite stuffie. We all need a stuffie to protect all our secrets. Argenis is very OLD fashion in some aspect, even when the technology goes down - he still seems unbothered because he doesn't need electricity and technology to survive, way old school. He is also the mildest of the Dragon Daddies so far, I think anyways. Very cute, very sweet and a great into for someone who has an interest in shifter Daddies.

[Cynkris · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love this Dragon Daddy Shifter series by Pepper North! Argenis is awesome! He is so calm and so cool. I adore Ciel. She's sweet with just a drop of brat. As the series goes along more of the no technology living is coming into play like using a mill to make flour the old fashioned way. I like that aspect a lot. Pepper writes wonderful stories and her world building is amazing but it's her characters that really shine to me. So real and so wonderful. I really enjoyed Argenis. I can't wait for Keres story! I want him to have his mate so badly!

[Lee Hamm · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is book two of the new Fated Dragon Daddies series. It is a paranormal m/f daddy dom romance that features elements of the lifestyle. I was unsure when I heard Pepper was writing a dragon daddy series but it's really good. I shouldn't be surprised as all of Pepper's books have been amazing. Argenis is no different. I loved that he accepted Ciel from the very beginning and did all he could to protect her. Argenis is a silver dragon. The characters are well written and the descriptions of his dragon are good. I can't wait to read more of this series.

[Pat · Rating 5 out of 5]

While it is a stand-alone, it is helpful to read Book 1 first. The book is partially a mild dystopian novel, as all power is gone and society has returned to pre-industrial status and partially paranormal as dragons, who have guarded the world for generations, have again made themselves known (outside of the limited areas they were known in). While I am not a fan of the idea that dragons are immortal but their mates, while living longer, are not, it is handled well in the course of the story.

I received an ARC and freely offer this review.

[Linda · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this world!

Wyvern protected by dragons.
Not just ordinary dragons.
Daddydom dragons!

These dragons are special and so are their Littles. Their fated mates!

Ms. North has pulled me in and I have to know what happens with each of her Daddy Dragons!

This time we meet Ciel / Little Sky and Argenis.

It was a very sweet romance with suspense! Don't worry...plenty of heat too!

I enjoyed every minute, especially Ciel's multiple Rides! ;-)

Ready for Khadar's story!

[mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Artemis is the second book in a series by Pepper North.
The world she is building could be post apocalyptic but is more Dd/Lg then anything. Of course, the Daddy is a dragon! The world has lost all electronics and this little village has the advantage of being protected by a clan of dragons. The elders in the town know all the lore.
This is a good story, it makes me jealous. I want to ride a dragon!
The complexities of living without technology are not discussedhere, this is a romance about finding your fated mate. Give it a try!

[Pam · Rating 5 out of 5]

Argenis is the second book in the Fated Dragon Daddies series by Pepper North.
Argenis is a dragon shifter and Ciel just finished her college finals when everything mechanical stopped working. The only way for her to get back home to Wyvern is to start walking but it's dangerous to be one her own. The world has gone crazy with looting and theft. Thankfully Ciel's mother asked for assistance from the dragons to find her daughter and bring her home. Argenis knows right away Ciel is his mate and he will do anything to keep her safe and protect her. I loved this original story, it has amazing characters.

[Kari Hansen · Rating 5 out of 5]

With everything in disarray all Ciel wants to do is to make it back to her mother but as time passes it only becomes more difficult. She isn’t sure how everything was going to work out until Argenis, a dragon, finds her and makes her feel safe.

When Argenis is approached by Ciel’s mother looking for help to rescue her daughter it feels it deep inside that this could be life changing. When he finds Ciel he knows that she is his fated mate and he will show her the life they are destined to have together.

Ciel is the perfect mix of sassy yet submissive while Argenis will do whatever is necessary to protect Ciel and Wyvern from any outside forces who intend harm.

[zoegrl · Rating 5 out of 5]

Argenis & Ceil

WOW Everything has shut DOWN!! WTF?!?! I keep waiting for it to happen in real life. I can only imagine what's going on in the rest of their world! Veil is trying to make it home from school. She's alone, there's many running around looting & taking over stores like the Pharmacy! She's frightened. And is trying to move forward.

Argenis is there when a Mom talking to Aurora, is frantic about her daughter & not knowing if she's ok. He steps up & tells Aurora that he'll take care of it. Drake says mate.

What will happen? It's pretty scary.

Enjoy!!

[JudyAnnLovesBooks · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am really enjoying Pepper North’s 𝗙𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗗𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀 series. I find Daddies yummy and have a particular weakness for these special Dragon shifters. Argenis is both sweet and sexy and his possessiveness is hot. Ciel is His and he loves her in an over the top way that is perfect for them. I enjoyed reading their story and their road to happily ever after. 𝗔𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗦 is the second book and can be read as a standalone but I strongly suggest reading book 1 to enjoy it to the maximum. TBR and Enjoy!

[Rhonda · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have always loved to read about dragons so when Pepper North announced she was doing a series with dragons who are also Daddies, I was all in. Ciel and Argenis's story is so good, so sweet and so hot. The suspense and the danger will keep you hooked while the steamy times will likely melt your heart! The banter between them was great and the story flowed so well. If you like Dragons and Daddies, you definitely need to pick this one up.

[Dana Busenbark · Rating 4 out of 5]

Who is Ciel? Where is she, and why? What is happening there at the moment? Oh, the playful banter between Ciel and Argenis is so much fun. What is Argenis's talent/weapon? When he leaves Wyvern to see a miller for a millstone, what happens? What happens when Ciel invades Argenis's remembering place for his previous mates/littles? Why are Cotillions brought back to Wyvern? What happens at the first one? Who is Lalani? Oh, I cannot wait for the next book in the series!

[Tiffany Barnett · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm really liking the Fated Dragon Daddies series! Argenis & Ciel meet and instantly know they are mates.

I loved how fiesty Ciel is and that she doesn’t take any crap when push comes to shove.

I really enjoyed Aregnis's explanation on mates. When you think of fated mates, you think of them only having one ever. With dragons, that's just not possible. I loved how Argenis was able to still make Ciel feel like she was his one and only.

I can't wait to see where this series takes us!

[Martha Lindblom · Rating 5 out of 5]

I will say that I am starting to like Pepper North’s dragon series. She makes them seem very real and I love the Daddy Dom aspect. Each dragon has a specific color and what they protect in the city. Ciel was just trying to get home from college when she ran into some trouble and lost her stuffie and her suitcase and along comes Argenis who is to be her mate. You will enjoy this story with all its excitement and a little being a little and getting into trouble. Enjoy

[Foodiegirl · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book in the second Fated Dragon Daddies series. Ciel is desperately trying to return home. When Argenis finds her, she is desperate and alone. Argenis is a gruff dragon, when he is asked to find a townswoman's daughter. He knows instantly she is his mate, and witk one touch it changes both of their lives. I love Ciel's sassy attitude The daddy aspect is steamy, the storyline is unique. I am love this new series and recommend it to anyone who wants a cute sweet romance.

[Nocturne Pages · Rating 3 out of 5]

A little better

This book is a little better than the first one. It’s still the same writing style, but it flows better, in my opinion. I still don’t love this take on fated mates, but the overall story has intrigued me enough to continue reading.

This particular FMC annoyed me quite a bit, but I didn’t completely dislike her. Argenis communicates a little better than Drake did, so that helps, too.

Overall, I’d give it 3/5 stars and 1/5 spice

[Shannon Bolton · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the second book in the fated dragon daddies series and it certainly didn't disappoint. Argenis met Ciel on her trek home and the bond didn't take long. They fit so well together and as this series goes on it makes you crave more. More dragons more mates more stories of how it was before. Definitely a keeper.

[Emma Frost · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved Ciel and Argenis’ story, as the problems of the collapsing society continues the Silver Dragon gets his Little Girl and Mate, saving her and her stuffie from the man who stole it. Ciel isn’t sure at first until the mating bond kicks in, her and Argenis work to help their town from marauders.

[Donna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Have you read Drake the first book in this series? No? I recommend you do before reading this one although this can be read stand alone having the background from Drake will make this an easier more enjoyable read. That being said, I really enjoyed the interplay between Ciel and Argenis. Sweet, sexy and sassy.

[Diane · Rating 4 out of 5]

Argenis

Ciel was stranded. All electronics went out nothing worked. She started walking to get home. Her mother went to the dragons to show a picture of her and Argenis said he would look for her. He found her and she was his mate. From there it was a whirlwind romance. Good book and read.

[Maria G · Rating 5 out of 5]

Argenis and Ciel were both great and I loved their story. I liked that Argenis saved Silly and took Ciel to safety. They were good together and I liked that he took her with him when he was able. I also thought his power was fascinating. I also liked that Ciel wasn't going to just sit around, she wanted to help where she could. I have already got the next book in the series so I can keep reading.