The Demon and the Princess

by Laura Greenwood

Being the secret bodyguard to a demon princess was never going to be easy. Sophia is looking forward to being away from the demon court and the constant reminders of her royal status. Whether it's classes, parties, or friends, she wants to give her all to her time at the academy.

With his education at stake, Lucas made an agreement that he regrets the moment he sees Sophia, and the more they get to know one another, the more obvious it is that he should never have said yes in the first place.

When secrets start spilling out, the budding mate bond between Sophia and Lucas is tested more than either of them is ready for.

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The Demon and the Princess is a cozy m/f monster romance and part of the Fated Mates and Monster Dates series. It features a demon princess, a secret bodyguard, and a mate bond that's about to be tested.

If you enjoy cozy fantasy, monster romance, fated mates, university settings, steam, and a happy ever after at the end of each book, start the Fated Mates and Monster Dates series!

Genres: Romantasy, Fantasy, Cozy Fantasy, Romance

174 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 18, 2026

About the author

Laura is a romantasy author who writes epic romantasy, cozy fantasy romance, and modern romantasy. She lives in the UK, where most of her books are set, with her partner. When she's not writing, Laura can be found exploring worldwide cuisine with her partner, drinking tea, and reading fantasy books. Laura specialises in quick reads with healthy relationships, consent-positive moments, and often with ace main characters.

Discover one of Laura Greenwood's most popular series:

- The Apprentice of Anubis (mythology-inspired modern romantasy)

- Falhaven Castle (cozy fantasy romance)

- House of Blood and Roses (vampire romantasy)

- Scales of Justice (mythology-inspired modern romantasy)

- Jinx Paranormal Dating Agency (mythology-inspired paranormal rom-com)

- Amethyst's Wand Shop Mysteries (urban fantasy murder mystery)

- Purple Oak Oasis (cozy fantasy romance)

- Fated Mates and Monster Dates (cozy monster romance)

- The Dragonflame Heir (dragon romantasy)

- City of Masked Mermaids (mermaid romantasy)

Laura has been publishing since 2016 and writing for a lot longer than that. She specialises in quick reads that are perfect for an afternoon, a day at the beach, or a commute. She writes all of her own books.

You can find a full book list and more information on her website, or in her Facebook Reader Group.

Happy Reading!

Reviews

[Lola · Rating 3 out of 5]

I received a free copy from the author and voluntarily reviewed it.

I first read the Demon and the Princess when it was still a contemporary romance story, the author has decided to change it into a paranormal monster romance story instead and it was fun to re-experience the story. I did feel that I enjoyed it less this time, not necessarily because of the genre changes, more because of already knowing the way the story would progress as well as the fact I've read books by I enjoyed even more by this author. The twist also now is already in the book description and I think not knowing the secret Lucas has makes the story more interesting.

Mostly this is a sweet and fun monster romance set at an academy setting. Main character Sophia is a demon princess and wants to experience a normal life here at the academy and her parents have allowed this and she only needs a bodyguard outside of the academy grounds. It's fun seeing Sophia experience life at the academy and I really liked her friendship with Lottie and glad I read her story first and know a bit more about Lottie. There are some scenes about them studying and the secret parties going on at the academy.

I liked the romance well enough, but I felt like knowing what was going to happen made the story less enjoyable. I also wished there was a bit more to the story after a bit of conflict they deal with as now we don't really get to see any of the rebuilding trust they do. Their first date at the crazy golf was still fun, but somehow I remembered it even more favorably. I like seeing them together and how Lucas treats her well and also doesn't really let the fact she's a princess influence how he acts around her. They are sweet together and just like the first time I read it, I do like how Sophia is the one to bridge the gap after the conflict.

The paranormal elements were a fun addition. It isn't super much focus on the paranormal, but I liked seeing the changes and how the fact that they are demons and have tails and horns does get mentioned a few times. It mostly feels like everyone now is a monster instead of a normal human being and it does give the book a different vibe, but it still feels pretty similar to the first version of the story I read. I just didn't really care for the whole mate bond thing, it didn't get explained as well and I feel like the fact they're mates now is a bigger part of why Sophia wants to mend things. There isn't a lot of world building or explanation about what it means to be a demon and I would’ve liked a bit more of that.

To summarize: This was an interesting experience as I first read this book when it was a contemporary romance and now it's a monster romance. I liked seeing the changes and the paranormal aspect worked well, but besides that not as much has changed and I still remembered enough from reading it the first time. I did feel like this time reaidng it I enjoyed it a bit less, I think because I already knew what would happen and what the secret Lucas keeps is. I still enjoyed reading about Sophia and Lucas and seeing them figure things out. I did wish the book was a bit longer and there was a bit more time between them resolving the conflict and the epilogue to see what happens. They are sweet together and the crazy golf date they go in is fun. I also like Sophia's friendship with Lottie. The paranormal elements give the book a different vibes, but I would've liked a bit more world building and what it means to be a demon in this world. All in all this is a fun monster romance book and I look forward to the next book which is a new one I haven't read yet.

[The Book Nerd's Corner · Rating 3 out of 5]

A short monster romance starring a demon princess and her fellow demon that is to be her mate.

Sophia is super excted to go to college and get away from all the politics of the demon court for a while. The best part is, she won't have to be constantly monitored when she is within the academy's walls. When Sophia runs into Lucas, she fears she may have felt the mate bond. Soon, she gives in to the urge to get to know Lucas and finds herself falling for him. That is, until a dark secret is revealed and Sophia is unsure if she can trust this demon that is meant to be her mate.

I felt pretty meh about the prequel to this series, and I felt pretty similar with this one. I think the major problem I'm going to have with this series is that each book follows a different couple, which doesn't give us much time to get to know the characters or connect with the romance.

I personally think that Sophia and Lucas could end up being good together, but this book felt like reading a romance novel on fast-forward. The entirety of the first semester is flown through in just over one hundred pages. I'm glad that we get to see their dates in great detail, but this left the third act conflict on crunch time. I personally thought it was strange how it skipped over several months just so these two could have sex without rushing into things. When approached like this, it still felt rather rushed into.

This story felt very similar in nature to the prequel as it follows Lottie's roommate and Archie's sister. Many beginning parts of this book felt like déjà vu, and even the romances felt decently similar. I look forward to moving away from the demon realm and checking out what other romances this series has to offer.

Overall, I wasn't overly impressed with "The Demon and the Princess" but I'm still approaching this series with optimisim. I hope that book two will branch out more, and that it will feel more unique than the first two. I think my biggest complaint is that the romance feels rushed in these novellas, as each book follows a different romantic couple. I thought that Sophia and Lucas’s dates were really cute though, so that’s where this book gets most of its points from.

[Chad Barrus · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received an ARC of this book and wanted to offer my honest, voluntary impression of it after finishing it.

This is the first book in a new series by Laura but there is a prequel, The Demon and the Fairy which introduces you to Sophia which I have already read and highly recommend as well.

Sophia is a demon princess who is attending a university but trying to fit in as a normal student and not be treated as royalty. She has a bodyguard shadowing her when she leaves the grounds but at her first party on campus she meets a fellow demon and feels a mate bond connection. They go on a couple of dates but then she overhears a conversation he is having with someone and suddenly is aware he hasn’t been honest with her.
Trust is broken and as she sorts through her feelings she finally realizes others played a part in the deception and she now has to decide if what they both feel is worth taking a second chance to see if their feelings are of the lasting variety.

Relationships are fragile and trust when broken is hard to mend but people need to honestly look within themselves and decide to either forgive and try again or part ways.

I enjoyed this book and highly recommend it. Whether you are a demon, human or fairy we all have the same hopes and desires and through interactions with others we determine how we want our lives to be lived and who we want in them to share that life with.

I think you’ll enjoy this book and I also recommend The Demon and the Fairy as one you’ll like as well.

[S.arinto · Rating 3 out of 5]

Thank you so much Laura Greenwood for the opportunity with this ARC, I have to say that my tail fetish seems to be alive and well (hide me!)

If you like cozy novellas with a sprinkle of spicy, this one is for you!
The banter between the two female characters is amazing! And Lottie really takes the cake for the positive aspects in my review.

I need to warn you, I did read the prequel The Demon and the Fairy, and somehow, enjoyed it more than this one.

Now, don’t get me wrong, the story goes smoothly thanks to the sinopse (which was a bit of a let down because the surprise factor gets taken away from the only POV we have - Sophia) and I was totally in love with the charismatic Princess who’s grounded, genuine, knows what she wants and is cool beyond mesure…but, in my opinion, it didn’t help that Lucas seemed a bit too subdued and bland in opposition to the FMC for the big impact I was hoping to get on the first of a series.

He should definitely get a medal in consent and knowing how to respect boundaries though!

My three star review also takes into account the time jumps and undeveloped character synergy as well. Friendships progress and the plot is there but it’s all skimmed, all at the surface. We do not delve into the small details that caused them or the in-between outside of crucial scenes which made the story feel like segmented bullet points.

And I must confess….I need to read about Drake, the dragon DJ. The little that was presented of him, is a big neon sign advertising all kinds of amazing things, cant wait !

[Genevieve · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a very sweet book (with some level 4 spice at the end) about responding after reacting to betrayal in a relationship.

In this single POV book we experience everything from (princess) Sophia's perspective; however, as readers we know Lucas is keeping a secret because we read the blurb. Although Lucas tries to mitigate what he's done, ultimately Sophia finds out the truth and not in the best way. She makes natural choices out of (righteous) anger and hurt, but ultimately she has to decide whether she will forgive Lucas for keeping the secret, and if so whether there's a way to move forward with exploring the mate bond or not. The single POV really enhanced this book.

I appreciated that there's no expectation that she should just get over it because of course the king and queen would find a way to keep tabs on her and/or it's not really Lucas's fault, etc. and that Lucas's apologies and desire to make things right don't come at the expense of Sophia's autonomy and right to be respected. Bonus points for bestie and future sister in law Lottie being a prime example of a friend who is supports you and is angry with you and for you, but doesn't anchor you in anger when you're ready to move on.

This is a definite recommend.

I received a free ARC from the author and my review is entirely voluntary.

[Chere Gruver · Rating 5 out of 5]

A cute cozy romantasy!

This is a quick read. That being said, I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. We have a princess and a broke demon. This is the story of how they met, how they fell in love, how the boy lost the girl and how he managed to get her back. After all, that is the formula for most romances. This one, however, is cute. We have all kinds of different supernatural creatures, from nixies to demons to demon royalty. We have a princess finally out on her own for the first time, along with her twin brother and we get to watch the trouble they manage to get themselves into. Well, at least the princess does. This is a nice break from reality and one I can highly recommend reading.

I received a free advanced reader’s copy and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Lisa Hunt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Received as an ARC, I am leaving my honest review. A truly delightful story, easily finished in an afternoon. Fast paced with a storyline that is unpredictable, we follow Sophia, a Royal Princess, during her first year at an academy that teaches others of her kind. Demons, fairies, and many others. Determined to live as a regular student, it isn’t long before she meets someone who pulls on her heartstrings. Dates are planned, feelings grow and she feels the mate bond. But there are secrets. What she doesn’t know, soon becomes unveiled which causes all sorts of problems. Some had me laughing, some were tense, but all just made Sophia more real. The ending will leave your heart singing as you wait for the next book!

[Morally_Gray_Nola · Rating 5 out of 5]

THE DEMON AND THE PRINCESS is such fun. Lucas and Sophia’s story is mostly sweet, curl-in-your-favorite-chair kind of cozy, slow burn that when it hits is furnace hot, a bit of drama, a bigger bit of groveling, and a well won HEA. Everything is done Laura Greenwood style = loveLoveLOVE it!
*** Recommended ***

MMC:
✨Lucas
FMC:
✨Sophia
HEA/Cliffhanger:
✨HEA
Series:
✨Fated Mates and Monster Dates Book 1
Tropes:
👉paranormal academy romance
👉demon mmc x demon fmc
👉hidden identity
👉strangers to lovers
👉fated mates
👉bodyguard/princess
Triggers:🛑see content warning page/author’s website for full list🛑
💥18+
💥 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️, mf, open🚪sex
💥violence/threats of violence
💥betrayal

[Jo Fouracre · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. I had to check back to the other previous book in the series first check I hadn’t been sent the other one by accident 🤭 but it’s the retelling from the other point of view which made a lot of sense after. It was as sweet and much more cottage core than Laura’s other books with a hint of spice. I’m really invested in the next few books to read about the other characters and to learn about them too.

[J Young · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sophia and Lucas

This is a story of betrayal and redemption. But, in the end, it’s a story of love. Sophia and her brother, demon royalty, come to Rosewood Academy for a chance to have a "normal" university experience. They find more than they bargained for.

This is an adult-only romance. I hope the next book tells her brother’s story. I received a free copy, but my review is honest and voluntary.

[Frank · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not one of her best starts to a series.

The main characters (Sophia & Lucas) were "OK" but not "Wow!" and there were oddities with the timeline / flow of the plot.

The two redeeming factors were the character of Lottie (she was great!) and some of Sophia's quips otherwise this would have been a 3*. Hopefully, the future books will build on this and get back to her usual high standard.


(I was fortunate to receive an ARC however the above is, as ever, my own opinion.)

[Leah · Rating 4 out of 5]

There was a bit of drama with the secret bodyguard and Sophia's frustrations. But for the most part this was a relatively light hearted read.

I was amused that Sophia constantly says she wants to have a normal life and not be treated like royalty while immediately telling every person she meets that she is a princess. Followed up, of course, by how she doesn't want to be treated like one. But why keep telling everyone, if you want to be lowkey then keep it to yourself, so odd.

[Nicola · Rating 5 out of 5]

Robust Royal Romance

Love how Laura Greenwood can got a whole story into such a tiny space 😍

These academy style shorts with extra spice are just what I need for a quick fun palate cleanser can't wait to read more.

Sophia and Lucas don't make it easy and the won't they seems more likely the outcome through most of this book but hang in there all good things come to those wait.

[Michelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sophia and Lucas's monster romance is a quick read with unexpected twists and turns that make it a great read. When she finds out he's keeping a secret, he's determined to win back her heart. This is a well written paranormal romance with demon twists, a great storyline, and a great ending. The Demon and The Princess is a great addition to the Fated Mates and Monster Dates series. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.

[Diane · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this story about a Princess who wants to go to school and live a normal life and meet friends. Sophia meets Lucas at a party and funny things happen. This story made me laugh and want to see what would happen next. I received an arc and the views and opinions are my own. I would recommend this this light read.

[Kim Puckett · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book. It was just as good as the first book. I can’t wait for more books in this world. Laura Greenwood is such an amazing author she can make you believe you’re in the world with the characters. This is a must read!

[Janet · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nice almost like her brother, finding his mate to. I don't remember thinking about all kinds of things at that age. Do you? Also, it would be nice if we had fated mates and know when we found them. Good story can't wait to see how others at the school do.

[Donna · Rating 5 out of 5]

A good first instalment in this new series (apart from the introductory book about the Demon and the Fairy). The characters really come to life and draw you into the story. I really want to know more about the mysterious Drake though! Looking forward to the next book.

[Amanda Ho · Rating 4 out of 5]

I definitely can say I enjoyed this one better than the first… I really can’t wait to see what else this writer brings us with this series of novellas. I love a good boy gets girl, boy loses girl, boy gets girl back story! I’m a sucker!

[Marie Reed · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short, fun story and I loved getting Sophia's POV. I did miss the MMC POV, since there was none in this one, and I almost wish it were longer to see the second half of the semester in more detail. Loved seeing the couple from The Demon and the Fairy too!

[LizJ. · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Demon and the Princess Book 2 of Fated Mates and Monster Dates Series by Laura Greenwood is a fun fated mates story with great characters sweet in the beginning and a touch of spice at the end. Delightful story, recommend.

I received an ARC from the author and am leaving my review freely.

[Sophie Eaton · Rating 4 out of 5]

This review has been written after receiving an advanced reader copy. This is a good entrance into the world of fated mates and monster dates. It's a light hearted, easy to read romance series, with sone monsters thrown in for good measure.

[Carolyn Evans · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fun little romance with wonderful characters, this was a quick and enjoyable read. Someone, however, may need a bigger shoe budget. The lesson that “normal" varies for each person is free.

[Adena Lee · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sweetly steamy - this is a nice academic paranormal twist on the bodyguard romance. Very nice!

I received an ARC from the author and I am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Monique Westwood · Rating 4 out of 5]

A quick story that caught my interest immediately. I loved the characters and flow of the storyline. I am hoping that there'll be more stories about some of the other characters.

[Christinaraven · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this cute, quick fun read where a demon princess goes to college and gets to live as a normal teen. It made me laugh. Easy romance with some trouble.

[Lisa Kimbrell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sweet university romance with fated mates. Just a bit of spice but nothing too crazy. This is an almost 🍇 scene so check this triggers. Overall
Sweet characters, fast paced.

[Marianne]

Cute story.. Fun, and easy-to-read..

[Victoria Golby · Rating 5 out of 5]

Her shoes seem to suffer when he's around

A lovely sweet romance in a YA series by Laura Greenwood, set in an academy for paranormals. With some wonderful descriptions of the characters, with wings and tails, a touch of spice and hidden rooms for college parties. Written in the same timeline as the novella in this series and I loved the banter between Sophia and Lottie.

Princess Sophia is Archie's twin sister and she's sharing a room with Lottie (The Demon and the Fairy). She's happy to see them falling for each other but doesn't expect to hear the "Mate" call herself, she's just wanting to enjoy the standard university life. That is until she meets Lucas and likes the fact he doesn't seem to be going for her due to her royal status.

But when she overhears him on the mirror she torn between her anger at being lied to and the mate pull she still feels.

A cute romance with two fated mates who don't make it easy for each other.

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

[Sherryle · Rating 3 out of 5]

After reading the prequel to this series, I thought I'd read this first book.
I didn't think I'd like it as much as I did. The characters were different but loving & I'm looking forward to reading more.