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Caged
Elina is a fae of the Western Woods, a region filled with tall forests and green fields. She lives a life of peaceful bliss until the day her father, the king of the fae, dies. Then everything goes wrong.
Her uncle assumes the throne, and his heart is as cruel as the biting north wind. He gives her only two to be sold as a bride to the dragon king of the southern region or be ‘removed’ from the line of succession. Elina chooses to cling to life and arrives at the southern capital city of the ancient dragon king, a creature tens of thousands of years old. She discovers a vibrant city with many sights and many secrets.
The worst-kept secret is the size of the king’s harem. He hosts dozens of women from all the surrounding kingdoms, and she finds herself awash in a sea of unfamiliar, and sometimes hostile, faces. Competition for the king’s affection is fierce among those seeking favors, and her pretty face is a magnet for jealousy and cruel tricks.
Now, Elina must face a new life and new dangers as she navigates a world of dark lies and even darker plots. All the while, a pair of golden dragon eyes watches her very closely.
Her uncle assumes the throne, and his heart is as cruel as the biting north wind. He gives her only two to be sold as a bride to the dragon king of the southern region or be ‘removed’ from the line of succession. Elina chooses to cling to life and arrives at the southern capital city of the ancient dragon king, a creature tens of thousands of years old. She discovers a vibrant city with many sights and many secrets.
The worst-kept secret is the size of the king’s harem. He hosts dozens of women from all the surrounding kingdoms, and she finds herself awash in a sea of unfamiliar, and sometimes hostile, faces. Competition for the king’s affection is fierce among those seeking favors, and her pretty face is a magnet for jealousy and cruel tricks.
Now, Elina must face a new life and new dangers as she navigates a world of dark lies and even darker plots. All the while, a pair of golden dragon eyes watches her very closely.
272 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 24, 2025
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Mac Flynn
343 books290 followersA seductress of sensual words and a lover of paranormal plots, Mac enjoys writing thrilling paranormal stories filled with naughty fun and hilarious hijinks. She is the author of numerous paranormal series that weave suspense, adventure and a good joke into a one-of-a-kind experience that readers are guaranteed to enjoy. From long adventure novels to tasty little short-story treats, there’s a size and adventure for everyone.
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July 27, 2025
An ok read. unfortunately I didn't find it to be the most exciting and it's so short for a book 1 that by the time anything actually happens the book is over and we have to wait for book 2.
I was a bit disappointed that it wasn't really Elina who fought off the magic, it was more the kings healer/advisor. And also that the king has all of these wives for all of these years and he shows zero interest in them and then all of sudden he meets Elina and hes obsessed after one 5 minite meeting. The book doesn't explain anything about how the huge number of "marriages" even work or if the women just show up, sign and then do nothing but eat and shop? Why couldn't other people within the kings court marry for the alliances instead of just the king? why are the wives family's even happy that their daughter is leaving to become wife number 10 etc?
There also wasn't anything to explain why Elina was being hunted/attacked randomly. i'm hoping there's an explanation in book 2.
The characters/book was sweet but I've come away from it with more questions than answers 🙈
I was a bit disappointed that it wasn't really Elina who fought off the magic, it was more the kings healer/advisor. And also that the king has all of these wives for all of these years and he shows zero interest in them and then all of sudden he meets Elina and hes obsessed after one 5 minite meeting. The book doesn't explain anything about how the huge number of "marriages" even work or if the women just show up, sign and then do nothing but eat and shop? Why couldn't other people within the kings court marry for the alliances instead of just the king? why are the wives family's even happy that their daughter is leaving to become wife number 10 etc?
There also wasn't anything to explain why Elina was being hunted/attacked randomly. i'm hoping there's an explanation in book 2.
The characters/book was sweet but I've come away from it with more questions than answers 🙈
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February 4, 2026
take a chance.
I don’t recall how I came across this book. I believe it was a stuff your kindle event. Although the plot started slow I was very intrigued by the story line. It wasn’t a retold or over told idea. It was different and in that alone I continued. As the story progressed and I learned more of Elian and the dragon king I began to love the characters. I wish there was a bit more action and romance but I’m sure there will be more in book 2. Sometimes it pays off to pick an author you’ve never heard of because even the big time authors started as small time story tellers. So I hope my review allows you to step into smaller waters to discover bigger stories!!
I don’t recall how I came across this book. I believe it was a stuff your kindle event. Although the plot started slow I was very intrigued by the story line. It wasn’t a retold or over told idea. It was different and in that alone I continued. As the story progressed and I learned more of Elian and the dragon king I began to love the characters. I wish there was a bit more action and romance but I’m sure there will be more in book 2. Sometimes it pays off to pick an author you’ve never heard of because even the big time authors started as small time story tellers. So I hope my review allows you to step into smaller waters to discover bigger stories!!
August 28, 2025
great read!
I enjoyed the book, and it kept me reading! Good storyline. I’d have the editor pay closer attention to the repetitive/slightly odd descriptions “eyebrows crashed down” and “stabbed a finger in that direction”. (May just be my preference for not overusing words and phrases) Also, I saw a number of mistakes in spelling, typing, and word choice. However, I did enjoy the book and will read the next! (Mac, if you’re reading this, you need to get a more thorough editor.)
I enjoyed the book, and it kept me reading! Good storyline. I’d have the editor pay closer attention to the repetitive/slightly odd descriptions “eyebrows crashed down” and “stabbed a finger in that direction”. (May just be my preference for not overusing words and phrases) Also, I saw a number of mistakes in spelling, typing, and word choice. However, I did enjoy the book and will read the next! (Mac, if you’re reading this, you need to get a more thorough editor.)
December 2, 2025
The gardener
I was shocked she didnt know much of the history outside of her own home and still shock she was fine in the end. I also wondered what was the poison and effect were other then full mind and body control and why it really didnt work also the last sentence like really. I need to know asap.
I was shocked she didnt know much of the history outside of her own home and still shock she was fine in the end. I also wondered what was the poison and effect were other then full mind and body control and why it really didnt work also the last sentence like really. I need to know asap.
January 8, 2026
Intense tale of beginning
Whole at first I wasn't sure about this story it drew me in. A dragon king pretending to be a gardener was a twist this reader hadn't seen before. The villains are being just henchmen and the interest in what I'm sure is a dragon horde makes me want the next book.
Whole at first I wasn't sure about this story it drew me in. A dragon king pretending to be a gardener was a twist this reader hadn't seen before. The villains are being just henchmen and the interest in what I'm sure is a dragon horde makes me want the next book.
July 27, 2025
An awesome book!
A fae princess loses her father. His brother that she believes killed her dad is now king. He has decided to marry her to the neighboring kingdom, which is ruled by the Dragon King. It’s a fast paced book. With wonderful characters.
A fae princess loses her father. His brother that she believes killed her dad is now king. He has decided to marry her to the neighboring kingdom, which is ruled by the Dragon King. It’s a fast paced book. With wonderful characters.
September 26, 2025
cute sweet love
This was a super cute read. I was thrown for a minute by the 12 wives thing. But they aren’t much of a presence in the book. So far I like Darius. lol. No “romance” so far. But even without it I was surprised how well I liked this book.
This was a super cute read. I was thrown for a minute by the 12 wives thing. But they aren’t much of a presence in the book. So far I like Darius. lol. No “romance” so far. But even without it I was surprised how well I liked this book.
October 21, 2025
yay and fantastic new author for me!
This book is addictive and funny.
Spice 2
Fast paced
Work building
Magic, fae and dragons oh my !!
And the cliffhanger didn’t knock me off the edge this time
This book is addictive and funny.
Spice 2
Fast paced
Work building
Magic, fae and dragons oh my !!
And the cliffhanger didn’t knock me off the edge this time
July 6, 2025
An enjoyable read.
The story line is great. I like the main characters are very likable. I can’t wait until the next book comes out.
The story line is great. I like the main characters are very likable. I can’t wait until the next book comes out.
August 4, 2025
descriptive world building but no plot.
September 20, 2025
One of the most addicting books I have read in 2025. I was not able to put it down! It was addicting, adventurous, and had a good small amount of romance.
October 8, 2025
Love
This was such a good book. I read it in 4 days. I plan on reading the series. Will have to get the next book.
This was such a good book. I read it in 4 days. I plan on reading the series. Will have to get the next book.
November 23, 2025
I love it it left you hanging
December 30, 2025
eat, walk, get attacked, sleep, repeat. that was all this book was with lots of typos and repetitive writing
January 18, 2026
all i’m going to say is what the fuck is this? i did not care for anything… i only got this book because i thought it was raven kennedy’s gild
January 22, 2026
Loved it!
August 17, 2025
I really liked the story. For me it was something fresh and new. Liked the world, magic and the different queens.Very curious how the story will develop in the second book.
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