Corbin

Dragon Guardians #3

by Minerva Howe

Dragon fae shifter Corbin has been watching over the fae man he rescued from vampires for months. He's had to fight to keep Evander safe, to let him sleep and heal and not be carted off to the land of summer to be healed, or worse, executed. He knows Evander will wake soon, and when he does, he will be the mate Corbin has been waiting for.

Evander wakes, relieved to find the vampire attack didn't change him from the hunt lord that he knows himself to be. And he immediately knows Corbin is meant for him. But there's danger in the land of summer, and in the human world, that the guardian house will have to face. And when his mate Corbin gets pregnant, Evander is determined to protect Corbin and his brothers at any cost. Can he and Corbin eliminate the vampire threat and still have a future together?

Corbin is a dragon fae mpreg romance with vampire fighting, lots of kid time, and family drama with hunt lord, dragons, and one pissed off fae queen mother.

Genres: Romance, Paranormal Romance

265 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 26, 2026

About the author

Minerva Howe is the kinky alter ego of author Julia Talbot. Julia lives in the great Southwest, where there is hot and cold running rodeo, cowboys, and everything from meat and potatoes to the best Tex-Mex. A full time author, Julia has been published by Samhain as well as other publishing houses. She believes that everyone deserves a happy ending, so she writes about love without limits, where boys love boys, girls love girls, and boys and girls get together to get wild, especially when her crazy paranormal characters are involved.

Reviews

[Dan · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked it, it feels like a fitting closing book for the triplets, yet we still have open plotpoints left to tie and single men to get mated to continue the story in another series. I really liked Evander too.

[Catarina Águas · Rating 4 out of 5]

ARC review

It was so sweet.
I liked Corbin and how he waited for Evander. He knew they were destined for each other and there would be no one else.
Evander was wild but so fierce and loyal to his mate.
They made a good couple

[Cynthia M Brow · Rating 5 out of 5]

Corbin is the third book in the Dragon Guardians series. In my opinion this series is best read in order. This is the story of Corbin a dragon/fae shifter and Evander a fae. This was a story I was waiting to read. Corbin and Evander are just perfect for each other. I loved all the characters and world building that went into this book. I loved the steamy bits as much as the plot. I would definitely recommend this book and series.

[Julie Underhill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Corbin by Minerva Howe is the 3rd book in her Dragon Guardians series. I suggest that you read the others before this one as they include the stories of Corbin’s brothers and how they found their mates as well as other characters and situations that are important in this story. Corbin is the oldest of his 3 half dragon half fae brothers including Cullen and Cosmo who each have special powers. Cullen can create illusions, Cosmo is a seer, and Corbin is like his fae queen mother in that he can control growing things. Together they live in a house that has portals to other kingdoms and they guard them so no evil can enter them and right now that evil is vampires. Together they have a special power that when put to use in a certain way can create something that kills them. Cullen and Cosmo have found their mates and have interesting children created from their matings. Corbin is nursing Evander, a fae lord of the Wild Hunt, who saved one of the children from a vampire but was bit which should have caused him to turn into one but Orion, Cosmo’s mate, has special blood that he gave him that should keep him from turning. It has been a year since it happened and now he is finally waking up. He is inspected for any traces of vampire, but none are found. Evander and Corbin know they are mates and it doesn’t take long until they act on it in some steamy love scenes. Evander doesn’t know much about the human or other kingdoms, so it takes some time for him to get used to everything that is going on. Corbin’s mother, the queen of one of the fae realms, comes to visit but does not like Evander because he is a hunt lord and also because she is worried because he was bitten by a vampire and that he could turn everyone. This causes some friction between them, but Corbin stands by Evander. The children are all unique and they immediately love him and his brothers and their mates also defend him. Evander’s father and brothers also visit and are charmed by everyone. A vampire has been spotted and taken down by the brothers in the land of fae which is very concerning and they send envoys to find out how it was let in as they have very strong protective wards that have kept them out before. Meanwhile life goes on at their house with visitors and lots of love and Corbin discovers he is pregnant. Evander becomes very protective as do his brothers and his family and he and his mother make up. Then a very scary scene involving a vampire who has been in the house before and the children occurs where it is up for grabs whether the brothers can save them but I’m sure you know what will happen. In the end the families reunite, and Corbin has his babies which also have special powers to continue their line. I really enjoyed this book as I have the others in the series. Ms. Howe has created a very different world where the half fae half dragon brothers are real heroes in that they are the guardians for all of the kingdoms. They have all found their mates and have surprising and cute children that add fun to the story. Corbin was the last to find his and had to take care of him before they could be together. Evander was strong, loving, and very protective and the more he got to know everyone in the family the more he knew he would do anything for them. Cullen and Cosmo and their mates play a major part in the story as do the rest of their families and they are all intertwined as they fight off the vampires to save their kingdoms. I highly recommend this book, especially if you like stories involving half fae half dragon guardians who find their mates, cute children who often steal scenes, and a fight to save their kingdoms from evil and how they win in the end and find love.

[Book Hoarder · Rating 5 out of 5]

Corbin, the oldest of the three triplet Guardians of the portal between the realms, has spent the last year tending to the Fae Evander. Evander was sent from the Fae realm to the human world to rescue the little Pegasus baby Tisi and his parents from the vampires but was bitten in the process. Cullen’s mate Orion is a Unicorn and his blood is the Universal cure all. Offering his blood to both Tisi and Evander saved their lives, but Evander has lain in a coma since. Corbin knows Evander is his mate and tends him carefully while waiting for him to wake, fighting against his mother’s wishes. As a queen in the fae realm she wants to take Evander back with her so that he can be staked to keep the virus from spreading to the Fae, but Corbin will have none of it. Half fae and half dragon the triplets hunted vampires for a living before becoming Guardians and they know they can keep themselves and their families safe if Evander does wake up fangy.
Since Evander can’t go to the Dragon realm and he is not welcome back in the Fae realm yet, a trip with Orion to the Glade to fly results in a pregnancy that brings the families together. And together with Corbin’s brothers, they will have to keep all the realms safe from the vampire threat.
Corbin is book 3 of the Dragon Guardians, set in the Dragon Veil universe. If you love dragon shifters, there is a whole world awaiting you. I received an advanced copy of this book in return for leaving an honest review.

[Amy Weller · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely phenomenal!

This book rocks! The last of the triplet guardians to get his story is Corbin and what a tale it is! He has been watching over Evander for a year, waiting for him to wake up after being bitten by a vampire and healed with Orion’s unicorn blood. The two recognize each other as mates right away and it isn’t long until the problems begin. It will start with Corbin’s mother, a fae queen who doesn’t think Evander is good enough for her son, feeling he is still tainted from the bite. But Corbin stands by his mate and it is wonderful to see. Evander’s family will arrive to meet them and I love all of them. Masters of the Hunt, they are all delighted by the wonderful family, especially the children, that Evander has found himself a part of. And Corbin and Evander are about to add more children to the mix when they find out Corbin is not only with child, but three. He will bring the next set of guardians into the world but it will not be without it’s obstacles. A terrible vision and an attack by a vampire will happen before Corbin can bring the children into the world, but this family will show once again, that no one gets to hurt the ones they love.

I read an ARC copy of this book and am volunteering my honest review.

[Deb Kel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Corbin is a warm, action-filled mpreg romance that is a fantastic addition to this series. Leaning heavily into devotion, found family and standing your ground for the people you love. The bond between Corbin and Evander is immediate and unwavering, rooted in months of quiet protection and an instinctive certainty that feels earned rather than rushed.

The story balances tender domestic moments with external threats, from lingering vampire danger to tense fae politics. Corbin’s determination to protect his mate and Evander’s fierce loyalty in return, forms the emotional core, while the presence of children and extended family adds heart and levity amidst the chaos.

Another superb shifter book from Minerva
I received a free arc copy and this is my honest review

[Xanthe · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's good to be back with the guardians and for Corbin to get his mate after seeing his brothers find theirs. It's harder for him, having to sit by and watch his mate basically be in a come, recovering, for a year but when Evander wakes, the two bond instantly. Corbin is strong enough to stand up to those who aren't happy with him mating with a Lord of the Hunt, and his brother's stand by his side.
There is a slow burning hint of danger through the story with the possible threat of vampires but the brothers show just what they are capable of. Evander is a great mate for Corbin, loving the strong, independence he has, and happy for Corbin to deal with things his own way.
I did think this one dragged slightly after the first half, but we got there with family bonding, a touch of drama and the MC's HEA.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.

[Diane Dannenfeldt · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm so glad Corbin & Evander got their HEA. Even though the triplets plot has been tied up, I'm glad that we are not done with this world. There are still plots that need to be tied up and I can't wait for more. I love Evander's brothers. So, Corbin has been taking care of Evander who has been in a coma for a year. We left off in the last book where he was bitten by a vampire and with the use of unicorn blood, it put Evander into a coma. We didn't know if he was actually cured or if he would wake up infected. We have a scary vision that is going come to pass. I can't wait for the next book.

I received a copy of this book from GRR and this my honest review.

[Readingbks · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a wonderful series and I'm so happy that Corbin finally gets his story! I LOVED everything about this book and this series as a whole! Emotional story filled with amazing characters and so much happens that keeps you engaged from page to page! I loved it and I was so sad when I read the last word. I'm hoping that we won't have to wait to long before the next book! I loved Corbin's story and it was wonderful getting to see his brothers and their families again. Even though there are parts that are heart-breaking. I love this series! I read an advanced copy of this book and this is my unbiased review! It's so good! You will not be disappointed!

[Bianca · Rating 5 out of 5]

Corbin and Evander story concludes this series but the adventure continues.
Is finally time for Corbin to be happy with his mate and family, to face the challenges ahead and to grow his family.
It had danger and adrenaline, some manipulation and subterfuge as the enemy gets creative, some tensions as the relatives don’t get along, and also lots of shenanigans from the kids, teasing from the family, and help when it mattered.
Slowly all the issues gets resolved, new developments unravel, new opportunities arise, and new bundles of joy joined the loving growing family.

[Lee Hall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Evander and Corbin

Corbin is one of the three guardians of the portals. Triplets. He finds a Fae man in a vampire den and takes him home to recover. When Evander bites Orion, the unicorn, he gets healed. Evander is the son of the wild hunt. His mate is the gorgeous Corbin, who has taken care of him while he recovered from his ordeal.
This was a wonderful story, full of love and family. Highly Recommended

[Raven and Chris · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have loved these dragon triplet guardians. It is finally Corbin’s turn with his fated. Evander is absolutely perfect for him in every way. He is another guardian, warrior, and fierce protector. If only they can solve the vampire problem…This is some fated mates and found families at its best and I'm kinda sad to see the end of this bit. Where will Minerva Howe take us next in the Dragon Veil Universe? I can’t wait to find out.

[Demetra Roussakis · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is book 3 in the series and I recommend reading the books in order. Corbin has been waiting for his mate to wake up after a year after he was bitten by a vampire. Once he does, their relationship started off pretty strongly even with Corbin ‘s mother giving a bit of angst. I loved the way they communicated with each other and how Evander was with Corbin’s brothers and their children. I love this author’s works and I cannot wait to read more.

[allemuor · Rating 5 out of 5]

The triplets protect the portals. It took Evander a whole year in healing sleep to fight off the vampire infection. Tensions rise between the triplet's clutch and their Fae mother. I'm sad to see their people hurt because of the vampire race trying to invade their homes. Thankfully, the three of them together are enough to fight of any undead threat. And with their family growing, they become stronger but also happier.
I received an advanced readers copy and am giving my honest review.

[stardragon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Corbin has been tending to Evander since he was bitten by the vampire, when he rescued Tisi. Corbin also knows Evander is his mate. Evander is a fae and a Hunt Lord and was worried the bite would change him. This is the final book of the guardian series, with Cosmos and Cullen being released prior. It is full of danger, mystery, romance, babies and funny banter. There are some unanswered questions, but everything ends happily for the triplets and their mates.

[Denise GremoryKohta · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing!!!

This was by far the best of the three. With excitement and danger plus some truths learned I was not wanting to put it down. There are still some things that need to be known and danger still around. Plus Yarrow needs a mate too. I’m really worried about him. He’s a great friend to the family and should have his own.

[CMLH · Rating 4 out of 5]

Corbin has been keeping his mate safe while he heals and is determined to protect him. Evander wakes to find his mate and is just as determined as Corbin to keep him safe. Toss in brothers, kids, and family, you have a fascinating story that leaves you smiling and happy.

[Derrick W Ross · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book, a must read.....

Wonderful tale, the same level of high adventure and intrigue as the preceding books. I wonder where we go next? Can wait!

[llv · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rating 4 stars

I really enjoyed this book. I loved both of the MCs and all the children. My only complaint is it ended a bit bc abruptly. I wanted just a bit more.

[Jenna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent read!

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great add to the series. I loved this Universe and glad to see it still, with more couples and events that all connect. Corbin and Evander are my new favorite, can't wait for more.

[Kobie · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book dragged on for me.