DRAGONBOUND: Love Across Worlds

by Masha Solo

Love Across Worlds (Book 1 of 3 — Book 2 Coming Soon!)

When a dragon prince crashes into modern Los Angeles, love becomes the ultimate portal between two worlds.

Prince Darleon Goldenwill has always lived for battle magic and duty—until a forbidden portal yanks him from his 18th-century dragon realm into the heart of 21st-century Los Angeles. Bruised, bewildered, and half-transformed, he awakens in the care of Mia—a fiercely independent nurse reeling from betrayal and burnout.

Thrown together by fate (and fractured magic), Darleon must learn to navigate the bewildering rhythms of modern life. Mia, equal parts exasperated and intrigued, can’t deny the spark igniting between them—especially when Dar’s dragon-heightened senses detect her every heartbeat.

But their fragile truce shatters when Darleon’s loyal brother, Crown Prince Richard, decides to bring him home at any cost—and Jarred, Dar’s mischievous dragon-shifter friend, shadows their every move. To protect Dar’s future and their worlds, Mia turns to her brilliant sister Nikki—a molecular biologist—hoping science can help unlock the secrets of the ancient portal spheres. Yet even as danger closes in, a greater question burns between would Darleon choose duty over love, or will his dragon nature surrender to the bond that could change both their lives forever?

Torn between duty and desire, Darleon and Mia must

Should the prince return to his royal obligations… or risk everything for a love that spans worlds?

Can Mia—and her scientist sister—uncover the portal’s mysteries in time to save him?

❖ A sweeping, sexy fantasy romance
❖ Parallel worlds, dragon magic, and modern thrills
❖ A story of true love, friendship, passion, and sisterhood—sparkling with lighthearted humor

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334 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 22, 2025

Reviews

[Jithendra Jithu · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dragonbound: Love Across Worlds by Masha Solo

Rating:5/5

Review:

👉Dragonbound: Love Across Worlds by Masha Solo delivers an engaging fusion of fantasy, romance, and modern-day storytelling that feels both imaginative and emotionally grounded. The novel’s central premise—a dragon prince torn from his ancient realm and dropped into present-day Los Angeles—immediately sparks curiosity. Solo uses this contrast to explore not just magical differences, but emotional ones, creating a story that feels expansive while remaining focused on the characters at its heart.

👉Prince Darleon Goldenwill is portrayed as more than a powerful mythical figure. Stripped of his authority and thrust into an unfamiliar world, he becomes vulnerable, thoughtful, and deeply human despite his dragon nature. His struggle between loyalty to his kingdom and the pull of a life he never imagined is portrayed with nuance. Mia, the nurse who becomes his anchor, is equally compelling. Her exhaustion, guarded heart, and quiet strength make her a relatable and emotionally rich counterpart to Darleon’s otherworldly presence.

👉The romance unfolds at a measured and believable pace, built on trust, curiosity, and mutual respect rather than instant infatuation. Their connection is heightened by Darleon’s dragon senses and Mia’s emotional resilience, creating moments that are intimate without feeling forced. The tension between duty and desire adds weight to their relationship, keeping readers invested in whether love can truly overcome centuries of obligation and tradition.

👉The supporting characters play an important role in expanding the narrative. Richard represents the rigid pull of destiny and royal duty, while Jarred injects humor and unpredictability into the story. Nikki, Mia’s scientist sister, brings a refreshing intellectual dimension, blending logic and curiosity with the fantastical elements. Her involvement adds depth to the portal mystery and reinforces the theme of two worlds striving to understand one another.

👉Overall, Dragonbound: Love Across Worlds is a thoughtfully crafted fantasy romance that balances magic, emotion, and modern life with confidence.

Happy reading 😁

[Tanmay Mehta · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dragonbound: Love Across Worlds follows the story of Prince Darleon Goldenwill, a noble warrior from an 18th-century dragon realm who accidentally crosses into modern-day Los Angeles through a magical portal. Disoriented and vulnerable, he finds himself in the care of Mia, a nurse struggling with heartbreak and exhaustion. Their worlds could not be more different, yet an undeniable bond grows between them. As Darleon adjusts to a strange new time filled with machines, city lights, and human complexities, his brother Richard and mischievous friend Jarred seek to bring him back home. Mia’s sister, Nikki, enters the story as a scientist determined to decode the mystery of the portal that connects these two worlds. The book blends fantasy and romance with touches of humor and science, exploring whether love can bridge even the widest gaps between duty and desire.