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The Chosen One: A Fated Mate, Bullies to Lovers Fae Romantasy
I didn’t ask to be the chosen one, and I definitely didn’t sign up to deal with four over-the-top, bully guardians suddenly bound to me. Destiny demands sacrifice, but destiny is so overrated.
All I wanted was to claim my fae dowry, get out of the fae realm and back to the human realm where I grew up, and never look back. But fate—or some cosmic joke—had other plans. Instead, I accidentally unleash four deadly reapers hell-bent on destroying everything. Oh, and guess what? I’m the chosen one destined to stop them. Lucky me.
To make matters worse, I’m stuck with four guardians who are supposed to help me save the realms. Except they think I’m not up to the task since I’m half-human—something they remind me of on the daily. The guardians of the fortress are powerful, arrogant, and seem to think bullying the newbie is part of the job description. Honestly, I’d rather drop-kick them into next week than bond with them to absorb their magic. But if I don’t figure out how to unite this dysfunctional team, we’re all doomed.
It’s not all bad. I’m discovering powers I never knew I had—and I’m not just talking about my scrappy street smarts. With every battle, every close call, I’m learning that there’s more to these guardians than their sharp tongues and sharper swords. They have scars, secrets, and a loyalty that runs deeper than blood. And somehow, I’m becoming a part of that.
Along our journey, I find a friend and ally in Katy Reed—the elemental prophecy in the human realm bound to four over-the-top elementals she calls her quad squad. With their help, we’ll trap the reapers and stop them from merging into the wraith. Easy peasy, right? Trust me, that’s a lot harder than it sounds.
Now the fate of all realms rests on me. No pressure, right? But here’s the I didn’t choose this. And if destiny thinks I’m going to play by its rules, it’s got another thing coming.
Because I’m Talisma Jones, and this demi-fae fights like hell for a fate I never knew I wanted—even when the odds are impossible.
Author’s The Chosen One is the riveting first book in the four-book Guardians of the Fortress series. If you like a determined heroine refusing to back down from a challenge, four heroes who all have unique ways to drive her crazy, and a bullies-to-lovers romance, you’ll love this new series by USA Today bestselling author Allie K. Adams, writing as Kat Adams.
To make matters worse, I’m stuck with four guardians who are supposed to help me save the realms. Except they think I’m not up to the task since I’m half-human—something they remind me of on the daily. The guardians of the fortress are powerful, arrogant, and seem to think bullying the newbie is part of the job description. Honestly, I’d rather drop-kick them into next week than bond with them to absorb their magic. But if I don’t figure out how to unite this dysfunctional team, we’re all doomed.
It’s not all bad. I’m discovering powers I never knew I had—and I’m not just talking about my scrappy street smarts. With every battle, every close call, I’m learning that there’s more to these guardians than their sharp tongues and sharper swords. They have scars, secrets, and a loyalty that runs deeper than blood. And somehow, I’m becoming a part of that.
Along our journey, I find a friend and ally in Katy Reed—the elemental prophecy in the human realm bound to four over-the-top elementals she calls her quad squad. With their help, we’ll trap the reapers and stop them from merging into the wraith. Easy peasy, right? Trust me, that’s a lot harder than it sounds.
Now the fate of all realms rests on me. No pressure, right? But here’s the I didn’t choose this. And if destiny thinks I’m going to play by its rules, it’s got another thing coming.
Because I’m Talisma Jones, and this demi-fae fights like hell for a fate I never knew I wanted—even when the odds are impossible.
Author’s The Chosen One is the riveting first book in the four-book Guardians of the Fortress series. If you like a determined heroine refusing to back down from a challenge, four heroes who all have unique ways to drive her crazy, and a bullies-to-lovers romance, you’ll love this new series by USA Today bestselling author Allie K. Adams, writing as Kat Adams.
420 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 4, 2025
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Kat Adams
25 books7 followersKat Adams is the pen name of a USA Today bestselling author of paranormal romance, romantic suspense, and sizzling short stories. She loves happy ever afters and making magic happen on the page--which aren't mutually exclusive.
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February 28, 2025
Tali and her guardians are wonderful! It was great to enjoy the first journey and I am really looking forward to seeing everyone progress!
July 26, 2025
Wow! What a great story by Kat! This story is about Tali and 4 Guardians - Ky, Ax, Cas and Ryn (using their nicknames). It was very interesting to find out a demi-fae actually has a Titan for a father. Her life has been nothing despair and trife since her own mother abandoned her when she was young. The quest was filled with funny adventures as well as dangerous ones. Tali accidentally released reapers and is now tasked to get them back where they belong. Meanwhile, she finally comes to terms that she wants these guardians as her own. Exciting adventures to continue. FANTASTIC job Kat! I would recommend this book!
March 5, 2025
This book is a great start to what appears to be a fantastic series. Lots of action, magic, and tense moments. A very good book to read.
March 10, 2025
Great Book, I love the banter between Tali and the Guardians, specially with Ax even thou this is Ky' story. Can't wait for he next installment.
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