Ever Green

by A L Rojo

410 pages, Paperback

Expected publication May 15, 2026

About the author

A L Rojo lives in Sydney, Australia with her husband and three children. Realising that her passion for reading and writing could be more than a guilty pleasure, she decided to pursue her dreams of creating worlds filled with romance, life-truths and fantasy. Her true desire is to highlight the struggles and joys of the human experience.

Reviews

[Dani · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC REVIEW – Ever Green by A. L. Rojo

First off, thank you for the ARC — this one had me hooked from the premise alone.

Set in a world where danger lurks around every corner, Ever Green follows Susyri, the king’s illegitimate daughter, whose very existence puts a target on her back. When her father falls gravely ill, she’s thrust into a high-stakes quest that leads her into the unknown… and straight toward a man with ever-green eyes who changes everything.

This story is such a solid blend of fantasy, romance, and adventure. The quest element gives it that addictive, “just one more chapter” energy, while the slow unravel of fate, danger, and connection keeps the emotional stakes high.

✨ What I loved:

* A strong, determined FMC who doesn’t shy away from the weight of her role
* A journey-driven plot that actually feels dangerous and unpredictable
* That mysterious love interest energy (you know the one 👀)
* The world-building — immersive without being overwhelming

✨ Let’s talk about the MMC:
A. L. Rojo is an absolute magician when it comes to writing swoon-worthy shifter MMCs. There’s just something about the way she builds that intensity — protective, powerful, a little bit dangerous — that hits every single time. The chemistry? Immaculate. The tension? Chef’s kiss. You feel every moment.

There’s this underlying push and pull throughout the book — between duty and desire, survival and trust — that really carries the story forward. And the romance? It builds in a way that feels earned, not rushed.

Overall, Ever Green is perfect for readers who love fantasy romance with a quest, a touch of danger, and a fated-feel connection.

[Mandy Enchantedbookduo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rating
5 💎
1 🌶️

Quick Summary
Susi is a fierce, wronged woman trying to save her father and kingdom. When she’s thrust into an epic quest, every challenge pushes her to grow. Zeke, the stoic, secret‑laden man she meets along her quest is mysterious and as they travel together he slowly lets his walls fall, creating a connection that grows through shared danger, quiet trust, and undeniable chemistry. Their bond deepens with every trial they face together. The tension, growth, and beautifully built relationship had me devouring this story from beginning to end.

While Reading Thoughts
📗Susi was this wrong independent women who wanted to do right by a father who barely noticed her and a stepmom that despises her.
📗Zeke was this stoic male with secrets that we were left trying to unravel.
📗Loved the character development with both susi and zeke throughout the book.
📗They slowly got to know each other and the connection they stated to build was beautiful
📗The chemistry and tension was written so perfectly and I couldn’t read fast enough.
📗Loved this story from start to finish.

Words that linger
🍷‘For you miss, a beautiful heart-stone to hold the heart of an Ekalus.’
🍷‘You handled yourself very well out there, Princess. You’re strong and brave. A warrior.’
🍷You’re not no one, Susyri. And I’d love to get my hands on the people that made you feel like you were.’

Tropes
⚔️ Hero’s quest
⚔️Hidden truths
⚔️Fated mates
⚔️Magical artifact
⚔️Shifters

Thank you AL Rojo for an early ebook of this story.

[Kelsbookreads · Rating 5 out of 5]

There is something about Alex's words that just brings me joy. I love immersing myself in the different worlds she creates and they are all so vast and different, but absolutely spectacularily full of plot, character depth and romance that makes you swoon (oh and always a strong female!)

We follow, Susyri an illegitimate Princess who finds herself embarking on a quest to save her sick father, the King. The quest is given to her by a mysterious woman claiming only the Alpha of Ekalus Peak's blood will heal him. So Susyri leaves in the dead of the night with only her horse, a small pack of food and a gifted emerald necklace to her name. But when she saves a handsome vagabond, Zeke on the road from thieves, she has no idea how entwined their lives and fates would become.

This story is full of action and adventure, loss and betrayal and everything in between that makes a shifter romance based in a fantasy land perfect. I could read a whole series set in this world, especially with Alex guiding us along.

If you love:

• hidden identity
• strangers to companions to lovers
• heros quest
• standalone
• he falls first and hardest
• fated mates
• lies and betrayals
• shifters
• strong but self conscious FMC
• complicated family dynamics
• banter

Then don't miss this... like - don't. I read this prior to official release day.

[Becky · Rating 5 out of 5]

"We're dancing, princess. I promised you that we'd dance in the rain."
Ever Green is a magical quest story with some fairy tale vibes reminiscent of Princess Bride, LOTR, and Labyrinth. It was so freaking good. And what's even more amazing is it's a standalone!!
Susyri is the illegitimate daughter of the king who's dying. A mysterious woman appears, offering her a chance to save her father and to save her kingdom from civil war. Along the way, she saves the enigmatic Zeke from a group of robbers, and he joins her in her quest.
Susyri is a loyal and courageous FMC determined to do her duty. Zeke is a protective, charismatic, and mysterious MMC. Put the 2 together and instant chemistry. There were such cute moments of banter between them - the inn and her feet, etc. Then, the moment when he remembers her wish to dance in the rain!! My heart swooned! I was so sad when this ended.

Thank you for choosing me to be an ARC reader .

[Courtney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Okay, from the start, i didn't know what to expect as i didn't read the blurb on what it was about because i wanted a little surprise read.
I have never been into a "Quest" type of book but this had taken me on a dirt road and through the dead forest down to a binge read for 24 hours. With a good mix of romance, banter and some scary gasping scenes, this book had me in a choke hold.
I enjoy how A L Rojo captures every moment the characters are in and lets you feel every part of it within her writing. If you love to feel the connection, this is it.
This book gives the perfect fit of Romance and danger, 10/10 - would recommend.

[Jordy Stanyer · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC Review
I am a sucker for a slow burn lovers quest, and Ever Green did not disappoint! Ever Green simmers and builds tension so perfectly that when it finally pays off it hits ten times harder. With every glance and almost touch, there is a moment of resistance that pulls you deeper into the story. Next thing you know, it’s 2am and you have 3 kids waking up soon! A L Rojo makes you feel every push and pull of denial in watching these characters fall into their fate. Thank you for the ARC!

[Naiomi Cox · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this story of personal growth and kickass FMC's who don't take no for an answer.