To Ignite a Dragon's Desire

Sulfur & Spice #2

by Heather K. Carson

Dragons were not on my apocalypse bingo card.
Neither was getting kidnapped by one.

Life has been crazy, so it shouldn’t be surprising that I’ve been taken by a mythological creature and marked as a potential piece of an apocalyptic prophecy.

Except I’m done being a victim. Dangerous claws or not, I won’t cower to the scary beast who says I’m his fated mate.

But Lucan isn’t what I expected. He’s a warrior who caters to my every need. Beneath his tough exterior is a comforting softness.

For the first time in forever, I feel safe, which is dangerous because real monsters exist. And my dragon makes it easy to forget that fairy tales are for princesses—not for women like me.

If I want my happy ending, I’ll have to fight.
It’s about time I remember how badass I really am.
Let’s just hope it’s not too late…

To Ignite a Dragon’s Desire, book two in the Sulfur & Spice series, is a dual POV, full-length novel where the main couple gets their HEA before the next story takes place. Books are best read in order as the overall plot unravels. Mind the cliff for the next couple in each book. This series is intended for a mature audience who enjoys their banter hot and their relationships spicy.



-Humor
-Cinnamon Roll MMC
-Touch Her and Perish
-Characters Aged 30+
-Life After Trauma
-Spicy M/F Relationship
-Strong Female Friendships
-Kickass FMC Who Gets Sweet Revenge

Genres: Fantasy, Dragons, Romance, Paranormal, Paranormal Romance, Shapeshifters, Supernatural

229 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 2, 2025

About the author

Heather K. Carson is the mother of two feral little boys by day and published author by night. When she isn't working on a new book or refereeing a wrestling match, she's covered in mud from playing in the garden or dancing around the kitchen and whipping up enough food to feed the monsters she created.

In her paranormal romance books, you'll find world building twists, lovable side characters, beastly males, and strong female leads who like to shake things up.

Heather currently resides in the Pacific Northwest and spends whatever free time she gets by running away to the mountains with her equally exhausted husband and the best chocolate lab in the whole world.

Find out more and sign up for her mailing list to get some bonus content @ www.heatherkcarson.com

Reviews

[Kara Hamann · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to read this book in advance, and let me tell you- I am only disappointed as now I have to wait even longer for the third book!!!

Lucan is by FAR my fav MMC that Heather K. Carson has written. He is the perfect humanization of "could kill you, but is a teddy bear". His treatment of Riley is exactly what her character needed, and what I needed as the reader. Riley is an amazing character, and I felt more connected with her than I did Ember.

I cannot wait for the next installment of this series, I am excited to see what it is store for Willow. She absolutely deserves to find her happiness & love.

1000/10 would recommend this!

[lena · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5⭐️

A cutie patootie dragon man who looks like a Viking and cooks us bacon and knits, I mean, does it get better than that? Bonus points for Lucan for literally ATE our ex lol.

[Cate Lee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow another amazing hit in this series!! Literally kept reading it until i finished it and I just love her writing style. So fun to see how the next girl of the trio meets her sexy dragon shifter and how they survive in this apocalypse world. I also enjoyed how she captured various world buildings to reflect that. It was over too soon and I cannot wait to read the finale of this trilogy!!

This free ARC was provided in exchange for an honest review.

[Shelley · Rating 3 out of 5]

I’m going to read the next one despite this book. The characters are so well done but the story was 100% predictable that I skimmed the bad guy part. It was just so expected.

But the characters are great and I want to see where it goes

[Hannah Lee (Back in April) · Rating 3 out of 5]

These books are just a vibe I don't know what else to tell you. Are these a literary masterpiece? No. But I still can't put them down.

[Adrienne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 2 picks up right after book 1 and I loved it. Riley and Lucan’s story answers a lot more questions about dragons and the prophecy. I enjoyed Riley’s growth but the best part was Lucan and his dragon. He’s the perfect book boyfriend.

[Elanda Birch · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another epic dragon love story by Heather Carson! I loved her first book in this series and this one did not disappoint. Tension, steamy love scenes, a creep of a ex stalking in the background, an earth in peril, it's all there for your reading pleasure.
This book follows Riley and Lucan, who we met in the first book. Riley is getting over a bad relationship, trying to find herself and her worth after being beat down by her yucky ex. He's such a creep, we hate him so much! Lucan is large, tall, handsome, muscly and makes bacon. We love him so much! At the end of book 1, Lucan has kidnapped Riley, knowing that she is his mate by her smell. So we begin book 2 with them flying to his cabin. She starts falling for him from moment one, but she can't trust herself. She needs to learn how to trust not only herself again, but him as well. So we see that growth in her through the storyline. He is so patient, so willing to give her whatever she needs. Ugh, I loved him so much! He may be my number 1 book boyfriend right now!
I enjoyed the heck out of this book and can't wait for #3! This is a great series, not too serious, just a wonderful, steamy series of books that make you want a dragon for yourself :) 5 stars from me!

[Shyla · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is Lucan’s and Riley’s story part of Sulfur and Spice.

I loved book one but Lucan and Riley’s story is one of those that reminds you being loved by someone should help you feel stronger and more alive. Give you power to be who you want to be not who they want you to be.

Riley’s story has so much depth and Heather does an amazing job of giving Riley her power back.

Lucan, dang it I’m still struggling to find the right words or word for this guy! He’s the warrior (touch her and ☠️), also gentle, understanding, and seriously hot! He’s also so much more!

This one has so many laugh out loud moments! Spice! Found family. Drama.
Then plot thickens in this book! so if you read the first be ready for twists. If you havent read the first, I highly recommend reading it.

Just a heads up don’t pick this one up before bed you won’t want to put it down! 🖤

I can’t say enough good things about this series so far! Strong women and men that are strong, but are welling to strand behind them and hold them up!

[Bekah · Rating 5 out of 5]

To Ignite a Dragon's Desire: Sulfur & Spice Book 2 just unlocked my new favorite dragon book boyfriend to date. *swoons*
If you like fated mates ❤️‍🔥, he falls first🥵, touch her and 💀 vibes, ancient mystery prophecies, magic 🌟 and heat🌶🌶🌶 then this is for you. Riley is the MFC that we deserve. Strong, resilient and learns how to stand up for herself in the post-apocolyptic world filled with villains of all shapes amd sizes some human, some not so much. One thing I do know is that Lucan is about the swooniest MMC I've read and I read LOTS of books every month. This was a quick read full of action. I loved it!

[Haali M · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sulfur & Spice book 2 did not disappoint! I loved getting to see Riley battle to find herself and heal from her trauma with Lucan’s help. What a cinnamon roll, but with a bit of fury.

The pieces I was curious about from book 1 definitely make more sense now, but oh boy do I still have questions! lol I’m honestly getting a bit anxious thinking about how much is going to happen in book 3! I can’t wait to experience Malachy and Willow’s story and see how it all comes together! To Ignite a Dragon’s Desire was fun, witty, empowering, romantic, and easy to read.

Huge thank you to Heather K Carson for the gifted review copy, anxiously awaiting To Spark a Dragon’s Love!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️

[Shawn-Joy Martin · Rating 5 out of 5]

YES!!!!

This was the perfect follow-up to book 1. I absolutely LOVE that we started just where we left off. The slow burn!!!!

A more detailed review to come, but for now, the book has been released, and you need to read it!


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Heather and her cliff hangers!!! We couldn't even get a glimpse of them meeting?! Why do I keep letting you play with my emotions like this? Oh, right, because I LOVE IT!!!!

Can I please have my very own Lucan? Don't tell my husband. I also really want more Bemouth and Dahlia. Also, more of the witches.

[Joanna · Rating 2 out of 5]

barely two stars

Very basic worldbuilding and plot. Supposedly this is an apocalypse where common items like bleach and food are in short supply, roads are blocked, etc. Yet they can go on a shopping spree and get silk dresses in her size and every shade of yarn.

My biggest complaint is that the FMC makes very poor decisions which put her in predictable danger.

Once again, authors: a few weeks of training does not give a person enough muscle or skill to drastically change. Also, please stop writing lines like, “This isn’t a movie/book. This is real life.” No it’s not.

[☪︎ ֶ֢࣪⋆ sodi °˖☀︎⋆ · Rating 3 out of 5]

another joint reading with my best friend (we read the first one before), it's still not my cup of tea but it had really interesting parts! i think i prefer ember & kieran's relationship, but i do like riley as a character more. i just didn't care much about her & lucan. but all the lore and mystery about the prophecy keeps me hooked in the story, and also im really excited for malachy & willow's book (i think malachy will be my fav) so yeah.

[Sheryl Tickell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely Amazing, a must read !!

This story gets more intense each and every page that you turn!! Can not put this series down, heading straight into book 3 thank goodness with Heather Carson I know from previous experience to buy the entire series to begin with so you don’t waste time having to hunt the next book down as soon as that last page is turned!! Am in love with these characters and little Harper you are amazing!!

[LadyOkiLoki · Rating 5 out of 5]

This one hit WAY too close to home and shocked me. I wish it came with a warning about the content :( I was rooting for Riley in the first book and connected with her the most because I suffered through DA with my EX and also had to run away. The feelings she went through struck my soul and there were times I cried. The worst part? My ex’s name was also Drew. So I was screaming, crying, rooting for Riley and when Lucan showed her such patience and love that was it for me like WHERE IS MY LUCAN?! 😩😩😩😂😂😂 Ugh, this was my favorite, even if I had to truck through some parts.

[Jana (HokuGirlReads) · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was super excited to jump into book two as the end of book one left me happy with the couple happy for now ending but with so many questions about all the dragon and earth prophecy’s and such as well as needing to know what happened with Riley! I enjoyed Riley’s story alot as I already was familiar with what was going on in the world from book one and it picks up right where it ended. I loved that Riley made Lucan work for it and not just be a damsel who accepts her lot. I can’t wait to find out the ending in the next book!

Tropes
Fated mates
Touch her and die
Cinnamon roll protector
Dragon shifter
Spicy m/f relationship
Dystopian story arc

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great read from the wonderful Heather Carson.

I received this book as an ARC and was so excited for Riley and Lucan’s story. It was amazing and flowed perfectly from the first book and left you drooling for the 3rd.

Great story, great characters and so much more. Highly recommend this series. You will not be disappointed.

[Taija Nichole · Rating 5 out of 5]

Give me the next book now

I loved the first one so much I had to get the second one. Again, this book was great, I do feel like these could have been a bit longer and not feel so rushed, however it fits with the time line of the story in what they are facing. I hate that I have to wait for the 3rd! I need to know the conclusion! Still nice and spicy as the first!

[Tricia Toney · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Riley has been kidnapped by her fated mate, the dragon Lucan. Riley has trust issues after being in an abusive relationship with her abusive ex. With time, she comes to trust Lucan and get closer to understanding the prophecy. I didn't read book 1 so some parts were a little confusing, so I advise you to start from book 1.

[Cassandra · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was good little read, I'm not sure on the humor part of than the kidnapping but it was good none the less. I did enjoy the don't touch what's mine in each of these books. This one defintely had more of an enimies to love kind of vibe at the beginning but these girls were swept up almost from the begining.

[Fallon Willoughby · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another hit out of the park. I loved this story. I love this world. I love the prophecy, the use of the environment, and the idea that dragons were there all along. Also, can I just say the hoard in the one had me laughing my butt off.

There is a warning in the beginning, as our main female character, Riley, has a traumatic background (Domestic abuse) - so if this is something that will bother you, be aware that it comes up (but isn't currently happening). SPOILERS - She does meet her abusive ex again, and as someone who has seen DV, it was hard. That said, the story itself is great, as is Riley's journey.

Lucan is also one sexy dragon, and the spice is great!

[Holly Hollowell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Romantic dragon story

I read the first two books of this trilogy in one night! Sadly I have to wait for the next one to come out. I promise you that once you start this trilogy you'll be hooked. This is an author I'll be watching. Definitely 5 stars...

[Kaitlyn H · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great characters and great story. The FMC is a bit of an idiot at one point (around 75%), but thankfully, it didn’t ruin her life in the story.

Also, the dragons have feathers? ….Hmmph. I don’t know why that bothered me so much, lol, but it DID and I refuse to imagine them as having feathers.

[Becca Santavy · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fun read. a great fast paced book. I picked this book after being in a book hangover and it helped get me out I was hopeful because I loved the 1st book. I enjoyed Lucan and Riley's love story so much. I loved the growth of her character and the patience Lucan had for her.

[Courtny · Rating 5 out of 5]

ahhh the plot thickens

Loved this story! Watching our FMC heal and the patience and support of our MMC. I’m glad we finally got to meet Malachi and I’m excited for the final installment!

[Ashanti Burton · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5⭐️. Kidnapping trope with fated mates. Fmc is traumatized from an ex so it takes a while to really trust the mmc. Then when things get good she pulls a blond in a scary movie act where you gotta curse her out. I can appreciate her character development.

[Donna J. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another Hit out of the Park...Great!

This is an amazing Series fill of self doubt that becomes self confidence. MMC is drool worthy. MFC is stronger than she realizes and "he" helps her realize it. Also doomsday mystery...waiting to see how this finishes. Kudos to author!

[Frances · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun read and relateable heroines

I love this storyline. Very easy and quick reads. Definitely building up. I hope that the end will be as good as a climb. Quite enjoyable little world.

[Amber · Rating 4 out of 5]

Decent but Not As Good As Book One

I enjoyed this one, but Ember is just a better character. That sounds so mean, but Riley annoyed me at times. Lucan was pretty awesome though. I feel like there were a couple of stumbles in this book, though it’s a good read all-in-all

[Ally May · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lucan and Riley

This is the second story in the dragon series. I loved the way Lucan was patient with Riley sensing she was abused by someone and he didn’t push her on the mating prophecy, he just waited until she asked. On to the third book