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A Royal Arrangement #3
Courting the Dragon King
He loathes necromancers. Now he must marry one.
Dragon King Konrad fought the necromancers during the war. The memories haunt him still. But now, to end the bloodshed between their kingdoms, Konrad must marry the necromancer Shadow Prince Wraith.
Wraith has been an outcast his entire life. Apart from his beloved hellhound, he has no one. So when he learns he is to marry King Konrad, Wraith hopes this might be a fresh start. Perhaps he’ll find friends, a family, and a husband who cares for him.
Instead, Wraith gets a husband who hates him.
Still, Wraith clings to the hope that Konrad might soften towards him, and he might finally obtain the love he’s always craved. But there are those scheming against their marriage. And if it fails, their kingdoms will return to war.
Courting the Dragon King is an MM fantasy romance. It is the final book in the A Royal Arrangement series. It features an arranged marriage between a dragon shifter and a touch-starved necromancer, opposites attract, lots of plotting, action and adventure, twists and turns, plenty of spice, a hard-won HEA, and a devoted pet hellhound.
Dragon King Konrad fought the necromancers during the war. The memories haunt him still. But now, to end the bloodshed between their kingdoms, Konrad must marry the necromancer Shadow Prince Wraith.
Wraith has been an outcast his entire life. Apart from his beloved hellhound, he has no one. So when he learns he is to marry King Konrad, Wraith hopes this might be a fresh start. Perhaps he’ll find friends, a family, and a husband who cares for him.
Instead, Wraith gets a husband who hates him.
Still, Wraith clings to the hope that Konrad might soften towards him, and he might finally obtain the love he’s always craved. But there are those scheming against their marriage. And if it fails, their kingdoms will return to war.
Courting the Dragon King is an MM fantasy romance. It is the final book in the A Royal Arrangement series. It features an arranged marriage between a dragon shifter and a touch-starved necromancer, opposites attract, lots of plotting, action and adventure, twists and turns, plenty of spice, a hard-won HEA, and a devoted pet hellhound.
437 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 18, 2026
About the author
Gigi Rivers
35 books95 followersGigi spent her childhood daydreaming and living inside the imaginary worlds in her mind. As an author, she now shares these worlds with her readers.
Born and raised in Australia, she now resides in Berlin, Germany. She is mixed race, being half-Filipino and part Welsh. She is a traveller, potter, gym enthusiast, nature and animal lover, an avid consumer of stories, and now, a writer.
Gigi writes mm fantasy romance. Her debut series is A Naiad Romance.
Born and raised in Australia, she now resides in Berlin, Germany. She is mixed race, being half-Filipino and part Welsh. She is a traveller, potter, gym enthusiast, nature and animal lover, an avid consumer of stories, and now, a writer.
Gigi writes mm fantasy romance. Her debut series is A Naiad Romance.
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4**** stars
Konrad & Wraith
oooh I was looking forward to this book (and series conclusion) so much! and as i said before, the overarching plot kept me engaged and hella captivated. And as well as the couples before Konrad and Wraith as well as their arranged marriage had me rooting for them.
this author’s writing still needs work. because while my scattered goldfish-brain really appreciates to be reminded of stuff, in this series i often thought: girl, you don’t have to repeat and point out like EVERYthing multiple times, i came here with a somewhat functioning brain, you know? she really did want to make sure i got it, it seems. *lolll
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A Royal Arrangement Series
Book 0.5 - Courting the Dragon Lord
Book 1 - Courting the Dragon Prince - 3.5 stars
Book 2 - Courting the Dragon Warrior - 3.5 stars
Book 3 - Courting the Dragon King - 4.0 stars
Konrad & Wraith
oooh I was looking forward to this book (and series conclusion) so much! and as i said before, the overarching plot kept me engaged and hella captivated. And as well as the couples before Konrad and Wraith as well as their arranged marriage had me rooting for them.
this author’s writing still needs work. because while my scattered goldfish-brain really appreciates to be reminded of stuff, in this series i often thought: girl, you don’t have to repeat and point out like EVERYthing multiple times, i came here with a somewhat functioning brain, you know? she really did want to make sure i got it, it seems. *lolll
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A Royal Arrangement Series
Book 0.5 - Courting the Dragon Lord
Book 1 - Courting the Dragon Prince - 3.5 stars
Book 2 - Courting the Dragon Warrior - 3.5 stars
Book 3 - Courting the Dragon King - 4.0 stars
September 5, 2026
Happy release day, September 18 2026!
4-⭐
Gigi Rivers' foray outside of simple, cosy romances has been a success. A Royal Arrangement series delivers a fantasy world with a precarious political situation, scheming and adventure, and of course, all these arranged marriages. I would recommend the series especially to people who like romantasy but are not interested in those huge fantasy bricks. The author's writing is very easy to read and these could be YA if not for some smut. Though it's not like I wouldn't have enjoyed some gay smut when I was a teen.
The mood is still cosyish, the fantasy setting easy to comprehend, and the writing maybe even a bit too clear sometimes, not much brains required. I've giggled a bit for the on-the-nose naming conventions, like here again we have the necromancers called Wraith and Lament, but these stories read a bit like more fleshed out fairytales, so it suits well enough. There is an element of predictability and comfort in everything, and I've found that more often that not, I'm enjoying it instead of getting annoyed or bored.
This is the conclusion for the series and the story of the Shadow Prince Wraith, a kind and ostracised beauty, who is 'not like the other necromancers'. I'm quite directly quoting some of the assholes in this book. 😅 I did wish the necromancers had not been painted in such a negative light overall though. The leaders are terrible, which is fine, but I would have enjoyed actually seeing some more decent people than just Wraith.
Wraith is paired with the heir of Draconia, the future Dragon King, in these arranged marriage shenanigans. I don't think I can talk about Konrad without sounding a bit mean. Honestly, I didn't hate him. I didn't really even dislike him. But he is kinda one of those heroes who is just there. He is the boring oldest child who inherits, and unfortunately he is the boring oldest child who inherits. His defining characteristic aside from being the heir seems to be his prejudice. And I get it, he has some level of PTSD from the war where he witnessed abhorrent things done by the necromancers, the necromancer leaders aren't exactly nice people even now, and there are deathly plots going on which are a proper reason to be suspicious of everyone... but still, he's often quite a jerk compared to the other main characters in this series. And he doesn't even have a cute, quirky hoard to compliment his mate. I loved those little details in the earlier books.
The MC from the last book, Elias, is the only character who doesn't seem to be thoroughly disgusted by the necromancers. He is the MVP again and my favourite of the series, which also makes his book my favourite of the series. He is being a decent person and a friend to Wraith, coaxing him out of his shell and inspiring several fun moments, like the recurring discussions about ghostly sex.
Wraith is lovely, touch-starved and human connection starved, which seems to make him too patient and forgiving towards others. It feels very on character, but I would have wanted more for him anyway. While Konrad admits his wrongs, feels bad and apologises, I would have enjoyed some more squirming and grovelling, but it was nice enough. What annoys me the most is that I can still imagine the future where Konrad is getting outraged by his own prejudiced ideas on a weekly basis, and Wraith keeps on patiently intervening and teaching him to be a decent human (dragon) being. But Wraith seems to love and want this douche, so who am I to argue?
I liked Wraith and hurting alongside him. His faithful hellhound pet Umbra was precious—an absolute favourite after Elias—and the story was wrapped up nicely, but Konrad was too much of a Donald Duck, which made the romance a bit uneven. I would have wanted to see him humbled and humiliated more. But I'm not feeling great rage or injustice, he has his good qualities too (like Donald Duck, I guess), and Wraith finally got a family that loves him.
What comes to all the schemes against the peace treaty, we get a real endgame climax here, which was good. Maybe because I wasn't that enchanted by Konrad, I enjoyed the political plot possibly more than the romance. It feels like a good conclusion to the series, though I wouldn't mind a revisit in this world with a new major plotline.
It's a lenghty book but it doesn't feel like it because of the easy writing and short chapters. (There was a chapter 69 but the sex scene was right before it, what a missed opportunity. 😅)
This has easily been my favourite series by the author, and will remain so at least for now.
My thanks to Gigi Rivers for the ARC.
4-⭐
Gigi Rivers' foray outside of simple, cosy romances has been a success. A Royal Arrangement series delivers a fantasy world with a precarious political situation, scheming and adventure, and of course, all these arranged marriages. I would recommend the series especially to people who like romantasy but are not interested in those huge fantasy bricks. The author's writing is very easy to read and these could be YA if not for some smut. Though it's not like I wouldn't have enjoyed some gay smut when I was a teen.
The mood is still cosyish, the fantasy setting easy to comprehend, and the writing maybe even a bit too clear sometimes, not much brains required. I've giggled a bit for the on-the-nose naming conventions, like here again we have the necromancers called Wraith and Lament, but these stories read a bit like more fleshed out fairytales, so it suits well enough. There is an element of predictability and comfort in everything, and I've found that more often that not, I'm enjoying it instead of getting annoyed or bored.
This is the conclusion for the series and the story of the Shadow Prince Wraith, a kind and ostracised beauty, who is 'not like the other necromancers'. I'm quite directly quoting some of the assholes in this book. 😅 I did wish the necromancers had not been painted in such a negative light overall though. The leaders are terrible, which is fine, but I would have enjoyed actually seeing some more decent people than just Wraith.
Wraith is paired with the heir of Draconia, the future Dragon King, in these arranged marriage shenanigans. I don't think I can talk about Konrad without sounding a bit mean. Honestly, I didn't hate him. I didn't really even dislike him. But he is kinda one of those heroes who is just there. He is the boring oldest child who inherits, and unfortunately he is the boring oldest child who inherits. His defining characteristic aside from being the heir seems to be his prejudice. And I get it, he has some level of PTSD from the war where he witnessed abhorrent things done by the necromancers, the necromancer leaders aren't exactly nice people even now, and there are deathly plots going on which are a proper reason to be suspicious of everyone... but still, he's often quite a jerk compared to the other main characters in this series. And he doesn't even have a cute, quirky hoard to compliment his mate. I loved those little details in the earlier books.
The MC from the last book, Elias, is the only character who doesn't seem to be thoroughly disgusted by the necromancers. He is the MVP again and my favourite of the series, which also makes his book my favourite of the series. He is being a decent person and a friend to Wraith, coaxing him out of his shell and inspiring several fun moments, like the recurring discussions about ghostly sex.
Wraith is lovely, touch-starved and human connection starved, which seems to make him too patient and forgiving towards others. It feels very on character, but I would have wanted more for him anyway. While Konrad admits his wrongs, feels bad and apologises, I would have enjoyed some more squirming and grovelling, but it was nice enough. What annoys me the most is that I can still imagine the future where Konrad is getting outraged by his own prejudiced ideas on a weekly basis, and Wraith keeps on patiently intervening and teaching him to be a decent human (dragon) being. But Wraith seems to love and want this douche, so who am I to argue?
I liked Wraith and hurting alongside him. His faithful hellhound pet Umbra was precious—an absolute favourite after Elias—and the story was wrapped up nicely, but Konrad was too much of a Donald Duck, which made the romance a bit uneven. I would have wanted to see him humbled and humiliated more. But I'm not feeling great rage or injustice, he has his good qualities too (like Donald Duck, I guess), and Wraith finally got a family that loves him.
What comes to all the schemes against the peace treaty, we get a real endgame climax here, which was good. Maybe because I wasn't that enchanted by Konrad, I enjoyed the political plot possibly more than the romance. It feels like a good conclusion to the series, though I wouldn't mind a revisit in this world with a new major plotline.
It's a lenghty book but it doesn't feel like it because of the easy writing and short chapters. (There was a chapter 69 but the sex scene was right before it, what a missed opportunity. 😅)
This has easily been my favourite series by the author, and will remain so at least for now.
My thanks to Gigi Rivers for the ARC.
September 21, 2026
4.25/5 - I'm Team Wraith. He truly is too good for them all! 😭
A MM romance with Dragon shifter x Necromancer in an arranged marriage, where the secrets to the peace treaty is revealed.
So I had been low-key following this series, but I didn't invest my all into any of its book... Until this, the finale 😅. I was hooked, easily devouring this in 9hrs! I had wanted answers for the plot, yes, but I wanted Wraith happy more 😭. While I love the characters, & how the twists happened, I FREAKING HATE how Wraith got the worst of it. More on this below!
The paranormal nations have been at war against the dragons... But in this series, they've come together to form a treaty for peace, finally. But there have been traitors & unknown figures in shadows who work against them. I liked how author catches us up on plot at start. The book's storyline works well in tandem with the relationship & reveals/twists. As K+W's marriage + others forces (K) & allows (W) them to understand eachother better. They're hot together, & we get many intimate, emotional & sexy scenes. But we are pained too 😭. I think it could've shown the aftermath better & done Konrad grovelling 😤. I know there are 70 ch, but still I NEEDED MORE.
Warning: Rant ahead!
Konrad is the new dragon king after his dad died. He wants to do right by his promise & do the peace treaty, even if it means to marry one of the 'vile' necromancers' prince Wraith. K may be good, caring & responsible, but his judgement was greatly affected by his hatred. Too much, till in the end, in fact. Atleast, most of it was valid but I hated how he transposed it on his nuptials with Wraith! Sex & feels changed his mind YET... THRICE he let it take over, betraying W's trust 😭. K apologises so much here, atleast he got at end that W's too good for them all. We see K care for W, but then he didn't truly trust, did he? He may not've wanted to believe W could hurt him, but still K was mean in that scene. I needed K to grovel, see it in his action after the climax...! BUT WE NEVER DO. I hate it 😭 as I'm so mad at K!!
Wraith. My heart. Most of his chapters made me tear up. W's a rare necromancer, a reaper. Helps spirits. He's so kind, gentle, awkward - mostly as he never got loved or was socialized. But he's also passive, like a doormat & got the worst here, a family who hated him & a husband, despite W's hopes, did too. When W'd bloomed from his fear, seeing him belong after all the loneliness had been freeing. Then BANG, he was betrayed, by them all! How could he trust them after it? I thought we'd see him be mad/distant more, but he wasn't even for a DAY 😭. I understood he didn't want to not have happiness + intimacy, with K, but DANG BRO. W just thought, "how can I believe his words, when he'd gone against it before?" BUT after K was all sweet, gentle... W forgave so easily! I wish we saw K actually work for W's affection & not get it so easily again 😤. Ghost fucking lore was funny ngl.
All the good & villainous side characters, & the twists which I actually did not see coming till the end, were interesting. W's hellhound Umbra is the best girl. She was with W through all, I truly think her love was the most unconditional here 😭. I loved seeing Elias here, his curiousity & becoming W's 1st human friend was appreciated. I did dislike how the author has W forgive them all so easily, as if to rush to the HEA. I feel like talks aren't enough for the actions done 🤷♀️. Plus, sigh, the epilogue wasn't even that far into future, so idk.
Basically, all the stars I give this book is for Wraith & the plot/action. If we'd seen a scene where W stood up for himself or Kon truly, wholeheartedly trusted W, against all odds, I would've liked K again. But alas.
Story ratings:
POV: 3rd person, Dual POV
1) The Characters: 4.5/5
2) The feels: 🥲😩🤭😭😅🥹🤷♀️🥵😬🤔😍😶🤭😳
3) Sexy/Steamy scenes: 4/5
4) Levels: Moderate Angst, Kinda Cute, Moderate Dark (Action/Gore)
5) Build up & Style: 4/5
A MM romance with Dragon shifter x Necromancer in an arranged marriage, where the secrets to the peace treaty is revealed.
So I had been low-key following this series, but I didn't invest my all into any of its book... Until this, the finale 😅. I was hooked, easily devouring this in 9hrs! I had wanted answers for the plot, yes, but I wanted Wraith happy more 😭. While I love the characters, & how the twists happened, I FREAKING HATE how Wraith got the worst of it. More on this below!
The paranormal nations have been at war against the dragons... But in this series, they've come together to form a treaty for peace, finally. But there have been traitors & unknown figures in shadows who work against them. I liked how author catches us up on plot at start. The book's storyline works well in tandem with the relationship & reveals/twists. As K+W's marriage + others forces (K) & allows (W) them to understand eachother better. They're hot together, & we get many intimate, emotional & sexy scenes. But we are pained too 😭. I think it could've shown the aftermath better & done Konrad grovelling 😤. I know there are 70 ch, but still I NEEDED MORE.
Warning: Rant ahead!
Konrad is the new dragon king after his dad died. He wants to do right by his promise & do the peace treaty, even if it means to marry one of the 'vile' necromancers' prince Wraith. K may be good, caring & responsible, but his judgement was greatly affected by his hatred. Too much, till in the end, in fact. Atleast, most of it was valid but I hated how he transposed it on his nuptials with Wraith! Sex & feels changed his mind YET... THRICE he let it take over, betraying W's trust 😭. K apologises so much here, atleast he got at end that W's too good for them all. We see K care for W, but then he didn't truly trust, did he? He may not've wanted to believe W could hurt him, but still K was mean in that scene. I needed K to grovel, see it in his action after the climax...! BUT WE NEVER DO. I hate it 😭 as I'm so mad at K!!
Wraith. My heart. Most of his chapters made me tear up. W's a rare necromancer, a reaper. Helps spirits. He's so kind, gentle, awkward - mostly as he never got loved or was socialized. But he's also passive, like a doormat & got the worst here, a family who hated him & a husband, despite W's hopes, did too. When W'd bloomed from his fear, seeing him belong after all the loneliness had been freeing. Then BANG, he was betrayed, by them all! How could he trust them after it? I thought we'd see him be mad/distant more, but he wasn't even for a DAY 😭. I understood he didn't want to not have happiness + intimacy, with K, but DANG BRO. W just thought, "how can I believe his words, when he'd gone against it before?" BUT after K was all sweet, gentle... W forgave so easily! I wish we saw K actually work for W's affection & not get it so easily again 😤. Ghost fucking lore was funny ngl.
All the good & villainous side characters, & the twists which I actually did not see coming till the end, were interesting. W's hellhound Umbra is the best girl. She was with W through all, I truly think her love was the most unconditional here 😭. I loved seeing Elias here, his curiousity & becoming W's 1st human friend was appreciated. I did dislike how the author has W forgive them all so easily, as if to rush to the HEA. I feel like talks aren't enough for the actions done 🤷♀️. Plus, sigh, the epilogue wasn't even that far into future, so idk.
Basically, all the stars I give this book is for Wraith & the plot/action. If we'd seen a scene where W stood up for himself or Kon truly, wholeheartedly trusted W, against all odds, I would've liked K again. But alas.
Story ratings:
POV: 3rd person, Dual POV
1) The Characters: 4.5/5
2) The feels: 🥲😩🤭😭😅🥹🤷♀️🥵😬🤔😍😶🤭😳
3) Sexy/Steamy scenes: 4/5
4) Levels: Moderate Angst, Kinda Cute, Moderate Dark (Action/Gore)
5) Build up & Style: 4/5
September 9, 2026
✨May contain spoilers✨
I will say that this is my favorite in this series. I truly loved Wraith and Konrad in the last book of this series. I’m sad it is over but man, this one was so worth the way.
Can I just say that Wraith’s pet hellhound, Unbra, is just the cutest. Umbra will protect Wraith at all cost. I loved the way they came together. Such a sad story but it had a true reason of why Wraith and Unbra were the way that they were with one another. I also love how we learn more about Umbra as well.
Between Kondrad, the dragon king, and Wraith, the necromancer, Wraith was truly my favorite. All he wanted was to be loved and when his husband doesn’t want him either like his own family didn’t, my heart just broke for him. He felt the only one that did was his hellhound. In time, these two men’s together, and of course, Wraith’s heart breaks again. He felt like the people that liked him betrayed him.
I love me a good book with a touch starved character because it makes the plot so much more intriguing than I could ever thought.
I will say that Konrad made me dislike him so much but when this dragon king fell for his necromancer, oh man, did he fall!
All I’m going to say is that Wraith’s entire family was horrible. I laughed at the part with Konrad’s father after the two were intimate. A little humor was worth it.
This book has so much in it that even as long as it is, it didn’t feel like it. I was completely hooked and man, the twist towards the end shocked me.
I seriously cannot wait to see what is next for this author now that this series is over.
I received a copy of this audiobook and this is my honest review.
I will say that this is my favorite in this series. I truly loved Wraith and Konrad in the last book of this series. I’m sad it is over but man, this one was so worth the way.
Can I just say that Wraith’s pet hellhound, Unbra, is just the cutest. Umbra will protect Wraith at all cost. I loved the way they came together. Such a sad story but it had a true reason of why Wraith and Unbra were the way that they were with one another. I also love how we learn more about Umbra as well.
Between Kondrad, the dragon king, and Wraith, the necromancer, Wraith was truly my favorite. All he wanted was to be loved and when his husband doesn’t want him either like his own family didn’t, my heart just broke for him. He felt the only one that did was his hellhound. In time, these two men’s together, and of course, Wraith’s heart breaks again. He felt like the people that liked him betrayed him.
I love me a good book with a touch starved character because it makes the plot so much more intriguing than I could ever thought.
I will say that Konrad made me dislike him so much but when this dragon king fell for his necromancer, oh man, did he fall!
All I’m going to say is that Wraith’s entire family was horrible. I laughed at the part with Konrad’s father after the two were intimate. A little humor was worth it.
This book has so much in it that even as long as it is, it didn’t feel like it. I was completely hooked and man, the twist towards the end shocked me.
I seriously cannot wait to see what is next for this author now that this series is over.
I received a copy of this audiobook and this is my honest review.
September 21, 2026
A Joyfully Jay review.
4 stars
Courting the Dragon King is part of The Royal Arrangement series and the books are best read in order. This review may contain plot points for the series.
The characters in this series and the different pairings and abilities was a highlight that held my interest throughout all of the books. The book is listed as the final in the series, but there still seem to be characters that could have stories, and I’ll keep my eyes open for any additional books in this world.
Read Michelle's review in its entirety here.
4 stars
Courting the Dragon King is part of The Royal Arrangement series and the books are best read in order. This review may contain plot points for the series.
The characters in this series and the different pairings and abilities was a highlight that held my interest throughout all of the books. The book is listed as the final in the series, but there still seem to be characters that could have stories, and I’ll keep my eyes open for any additional books in this world.
Read Michelle's review in its entirety here.
September 19, 2026
I feel terrible giving this a ONE STAR, but I was so fucking frustrated while reading it. I was rolling my eyes so much by the end; I'm surprised they're still working.
I really, really enjoyed books one and two; I even read the small novella and enjoyed it, but this one was a huge miss. It kinda makes me dislike the other two books a bit.
First, the grammar. English is not my first language, so I often don't realize when something is not written correctly, but here... we had "King Konrad", "king Konrad", "Shadow King", "shadow king", "Grand Monk", "grand monk", etc., and I was trying to understand why in some sentences it was capitalized, but then the next sentence it was not, when they were referring to the titles and addressing people as such. If that was the correct grammar, fuck that shit. At one point, I was ignoring titles and reading names only. Also, what with the misspelled words?
Then, in the first and second books, the plot followed the same line: "two people who don't like or know each other are getting married, have sex, enjoy sex, have lots of sex, start falling in love, have a huge misunderstanding, are betrayed, and then work together to survive," and that worked especially because in book one I didn't see the betrayer coming, and book two kinda, but not in that sense - plus the action was good. Here it didn't work.
From past books, we have seen how Konrad has so much hate and prejudice for all Necros, which is understandable, seeing as how they raise the dead and how his best friend attacked him under the control of a Necro. HOWEVER, that does not mean everyone should be hated or put into one group together. His hate and prejudice were so strong that Wraith stood no chance.
Wraith, who is meek, incredibly naive, and has zero backbone. For a moment, I was hoping he was similar to Elias, who hides his wit and intelligence to protect himself, but no. Even until almost the end, Wraith barely stood up for himself. His family treated him like shit; he was a byproduct of his mother's affair and ostracized for it, yet still wanted his mother's approval. He was pushed into a marriage where he would be essentially bound to a man who belonged to the dragon clan, a group his family hated. It never crossed his mind that he could be easily killed, and that Konrad would die too? Didn't it occur to him to go, 'Mmmhh, I'm an illegitimate child marrying a king of the country everyone hates, especially my family, and this marriage means our lives are bound, and if he dies, I die too... mmmhhh.... should I have plan B?'... nope. Never crossed his mind.
All Wraith did was exist to be misunderstood, abused, and do nothing. That's all. He took on everyone's hate and dislike like he was born for it; he didn't rebel against his shitty parents, didn't try to run away, didn't do shit. All he did was look beautiful, be lonely, be a bit absent-minded, and channel some Luna Lovegood.
Then they start having casual sex, talking, and Konrad starts understanding Wraith a bit more and enjoying his company. He even starts thinking about how he can be a King when he just wants to be with Wraith all day long. I thought, finally, he's not being proud, loud, and bigoted. But, surprise, surprise!
This Konrad motherfucker believes some words without proof or letting Wraith explain without intimidating him. He doesn't think about how, in previous incidents, his siblings had had miscommunications they regretted and had said words to their husbands they didn't mean, so maybe he should stop and think that he didn't want to make the same mistakes? But no, he goes to bring Wraith basically by the hair to accuse him in front of guards and his family of horrible things.
I was BAFFLED. I was SPEECHLESS AND NOT IN THE GOOD WAY.
I wanted to punch both Konrad for being a fucking bigot and Wraith for not growing a backbone. But mostly, I was disappointed the author didn't give these characters any growth. This all happened in front of Gerard and Elias, who had a similar situation, and at no point did anyone say, 'hey, let's calm down and think this through'... Gerard deserved to be bitten by Umbra.
Also, all parents in this series SUCKED.
Let me say the misunderstanding in book one worked, like a lot, because of how it impacted both the main characters' lives.
In book two, it was also reasonable, seeing as how Gerard ended up that way due to Elia's attack.
In book three, it didn't, because it just portrayed Konrad as someone irrational who would believe anyone over Wraith just because of his own prejudice.
Or maybe it didn't work in books one and two, but it was better executed than in this one? More believable.
All this to say that there is no comeback in that relationship after everything Konrad did or said, and no friendships would've been saved between Elias and Wraith.
Also, yes, we get it: Wraith had sex with ghosts; god, there was no need to bring such a personal topic into public places. Konrad was an ass for telling Elias without Wraith's approval.
By the last 10 or so chapters, I was so done. So fucking done. The plot was all over the place, like I was getting a headache because of the amount of things happening, and nothing was truly resolved. I will erase this book from my mind. Thank you.
ps. These are my own thoughts and mostly a rant; maybe I missed something, seeing as how everyone has been giving it 4-5 stars :(
I really, really enjoyed books one and two; I even read the small novella and enjoyed it, but this one was a huge miss. It kinda makes me dislike the other two books a bit.
First, the grammar. English is not my first language, so I often don't realize when something is not written correctly, but here... we had "King Konrad", "king Konrad", "Shadow King", "shadow king", "Grand Monk", "grand monk", etc., and I was trying to understand why in some sentences it was capitalized, but then the next sentence it was not, when they were referring to the titles and addressing people as such. If that was the correct grammar, fuck that shit. At one point, I was ignoring titles and reading names only. Also, what with the misspelled words?
Then, in the first and second books, the plot followed the same line: "two people who don't like or know each other are getting married, have sex, enjoy sex, have lots of sex, start falling in love, have a huge misunderstanding, are betrayed, and then work together to survive," and that worked especially because in book one I didn't see the betrayer coming, and book two kinda, but not in that sense - plus the action was good. Here it didn't work.
From past books, we have seen how Konrad has so much hate and prejudice for all Necros, which is understandable, seeing as how they raise the dead and how his best friend attacked him under the control of a Necro. HOWEVER, that does not mean everyone should be hated or put into one group together. His hate and prejudice were so strong that Wraith stood no chance.
Wraith, who is meek, incredibly naive, and has zero backbone. For a moment, I was hoping he was similar to Elias, who hides his wit and intelligence to protect himself, but no. Even until almost the end, Wraith barely stood up for himself. His family treated him like shit; he was a byproduct of his mother's affair and ostracized for it, yet still wanted his mother's approval. He was pushed into a marriage where he would be essentially bound to a man who belonged to the dragon clan, a group his family hated. It never crossed his mind that he could be easily killed, and that Konrad would die too? Didn't it occur to him to go, 'Mmmhh, I'm an illegitimate child marrying a king of the country everyone hates, especially my family, and this marriage means our lives are bound, and if he dies, I die too... mmmhhh.... should I have plan B?'... nope. Never crossed his mind.
All Wraith did was exist to be misunderstood, abused, and do nothing. That's all. He took on everyone's hate and dislike like he was born for it; he didn't rebel against his shitty parents, didn't try to run away, didn't do shit. All he did was look beautiful, be lonely, be a bit absent-minded, and channel some Luna Lovegood.
Then they start having casual sex, talking, and Konrad starts understanding Wraith a bit more and enjoying his company. He even starts thinking about how he can be a King when he just wants to be with Wraith all day long. I thought, finally, he's not being proud, loud, and bigoted. But, surprise, surprise!
This Konrad motherfucker believes some words without proof or letting Wraith explain without intimidating him. He doesn't think about how, in previous incidents, his siblings had had miscommunications they regretted and had said words to their husbands they didn't mean, so maybe he should stop and think that he didn't want to make the same mistakes? But no, he goes to bring Wraith basically by the hair to accuse him in front of guards and his family of horrible things.
I was BAFFLED. I was SPEECHLESS AND NOT IN THE GOOD WAY.
I wanted to punch both Konrad for being a fucking bigot and Wraith for not growing a backbone. But mostly, I was disappointed the author didn't give these characters any growth. This all happened in front of Gerard and Elias, who had a similar situation, and at no point did anyone say, 'hey, let's calm down and think this through'... Gerard deserved to be bitten by Umbra.
Also, all parents in this series SUCKED.
Let me say the misunderstanding in book one worked, like a lot, because of how it impacted both the main characters' lives.
In book two, it was also reasonable, seeing as how Gerard ended up that way due to Elia's attack.
In book three, it didn't, because it just portrayed Konrad as someone irrational who would believe anyone over Wraith just because of his own prejudice.
Or maybe it didn't work in books one and two, but it was better executed than in this one? More believable.
All this to say that there is no comeback in that relationship after everything Konrad did or said, and no friendships would've been saved between Elias and Wraith.
Also, yes, we get it: Wraith had sex with ghosts; god, there was no need to bring such a personal topic into public places. Konrad was an ass for telling Elias without Wraith's approval.
By the last 10 or so chapters, I was so done. So fucking done. The plot was all over the place, like I was getting a headache because of the amount of things happening, and nothing was truly resolved. I will erase this book from my mind. Thank you.
ps. These are my own thoughts and mostly a rant; maybe I missed something, seeing as how everyone has been giving it 4-5 stars :(
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 22, 2026
COURTING THE DRAGON KING is the final book in the A Royal Arrangement series, so not only do we get Wraith and Konrad's story, but we also get the culmination of the overall story arc.
This was always going to be a doozy, as Konrad has never hidden his revulsion for necromancers. But, Wraith!!! If ever there was a character that needed a mom-hug, it's him. And when Konrad was less than chivalrous towards Wraith, I got so mad. I'm glad Elias was on Wraith's side and spoke a few home truths to Konrad. I do think Wraith forgave him too easily, but I can understand why. I guess I'm just a grudge-holder! 😁
Umbra was another fantastic addition to Wraith and Konrad's story. I was pleased to see all of the other characters from previous books here, too, as they tried to finalise the peace deals. We finally got to see who was behind the disruptions.
A great finale, but I'm really hoping we return to Draconia at some (near) point in the future, as there are still characters I want to hear about. 4.5 outstanding stars, rounded up to 5 where necessary.
*I received a free copy of this book via GRR and am voluntarily leaving a review.*
**The same worded review will appear elsewhere.**
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian
Sep 18, 2026
This was always going to be a doozy, as Konrad has never hidden his revulsion for necromancers. But, Wraith!!! If ever there was a character that needed a mom-hug, it's him. And when Konrad was less than chivalrous towards Wraith, I got so mad. I'm glad Elias was on Wraith's side and spoke a few home truths to Konrad. I do think Wraith forgave him too easily, but I can understand why. I guess I'm just a grudge-holder! 😁
Umbra was another fantastic addition to Wraith and Konrad's story. I was pleased to see all of the other characters from previous books here, too, as they tried to finalise the peace deals. We finally got to see who was behind the disruptions.
A great finale, but I'm really hoping we return to Draconia at some (near) point in the future, as there are still characters I want to hear about. 4.5 outstanding stars, rounded up to 5 where necessary.
*I received a free copy of this book via GRR and am voluntarily leaving a review.*
**The same worded review will appear elsewhere.**
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian
Sep 18, 2026
September 21, 2026
This is the third (and I’m assuming final) book in the author’s Royal Arrangement series and features Konrad, the new dragon king following his father’s demise and Wraith, a necromancer and Konrad’s husband to be in an arranged marriage intended to usher in a new peace treaty.
This book gathered up all of the loose ends and misdirections from the previous book and wrapped everything up perfectly! I had so many questions going into this one from before until I had no clue how everything could possibly come together but it DID in the most unexpected, but incredibly welcome way! I couldn’t have conceived of a plot like that in a million years but I don’t think it could’ve possibly been done any better; it was so amazingly good!
I highly recommend this series to everyone who enjoys a good paranormal romance, but most especially those who love dragons so check it out but keep in mind that each book should be read in order as they build upon each other. (Disclaimer: I skipped book one, Courting the Dragon Prince since I’m not interested in a certain element but I had previously read the prequel, Courting the Dragon Lord so I didn’t really feel like I was missing anything. I don’t think the same could be said about book two however as book three picks up immediately afterwards.) However you choose to do it, at least check it out because I promise, once you do, it’ll definitely speak for itself. 5 stars
I received a copy of this book for free but am voluntarily leaving a review.
This book gathered up all of the loose ends and misdirections from the previous book and wrapped everything up perfectly! I had so many questions going into this one from before until I had no clue how everything could possibly come together but it DID in the most unexpected, but incredibly welcome way! I couldn’t have conceived of a plot like that in a million years but I don’t think it could’ve possibly been done any better; it was so amazingly good!
I highly recommend this series to everyone who enjoys a good paranormal romance, but most especially those who love dragons so check it out but keep in mind that each book should be read in order as they build upon each other. (Disclaimer: I skipped book one, Courting the Dragon Prince since I’m not interested in a certain element but I had previously read the prequel, Courting the Dragon Lord so I didn’t really feel like I was missing anything. I don’t think the same could be said about book two however as book three picks up immediately afterwards.) However you choose to do it, at least check it out because I promise, once you do, it’ll definitely speak for itself. 5 stars
I received a copy of this book for free but am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy
- fantasy
- arranged marriage
- series
I absolutely love this series, and I was dying for Konrad (and Wraith)'s story. While you could theoretically read and enjoy this as a standalone, there is an overarching story thread running through the whole series and you'd get so much more out of it reading them all together. Plus they're great stories and I highly recommend them. I read this - like the others - in one sitting as I could not put it down. I loved Wraith so much, his story actually made me cry - which is a real feat as I'm famously hard hearted when it comes to that. Wraith has been through so much, his family is terrible, to put it mildly and I just wanted him happy. Konrad was a different story, I didn't like him much at first, especially with the way he treated Wraith, and just when I thought he'd redeemed himself slightly, he made me mad again.
There was a nice twist at the end too, and while I knew it wouldn't be as straightforward as it seemed, it was still something of a surprise, but the hints are there now I know what to look for. I really, really enjoyed this series and I hope Gigi Rivers isn't finished in this world as I feel there are other stories that could be told. I wouldn't be averse to a trip to the necromancer kingdom in future.
I'm sad it's over, but it's one that will stay with me and I will revisit it in future.
I received an advance copy and this is my honest review.
- arranged marriage
- series
I absolutely love this series, and I was dying for Konrad (and Wraith)'s story. While you could theoretically read and enjoy this as a standalone, there is an overarching story thread running through the whole series and you'd get so much more out of it reading them all together. Plus they're great stories and I highly recommend them. I read this - like the others - in one sitting as I could not put it down. I loved Wraith so much, his story actually made me cry - which is a real feat as I'm famously hard hearted when it comes to that. Wraith has been through so much, his family is terrible, to put it mildly and I just wanted him happy. Konrad was a different story, I didn't like him much at first, especially with the way he treated Wraith, and just when I thought he'd redeemed himself slightly, he made me mad again.
There was a nice twist at the end too, and while I knew it wouldn't be as straightforward as it seemed, it was still something of a surprise, but the hints are there now I know what to look for. I really, really enjoyed this series and I hope Gigi Rivers isn't finished in this world as I feel there are other stories that could be told. I wouldn't be averse to a trip to the necromancer kingdom in future.
I'm sad it's over, but it's one that will stay with me and I will revisit it in future.
I received an advance copy and this is my honest review.
September 19, 2026
Oh man, these two are a roller coaster.
Prince Wraith is an outcast in his own family, now betrothed to Dragon King Konrad, who loathes necromancers.
Konrad has his reasons, but those reasons make him an incomparable jerk. Which makes your heart hurt for Wraith even more. But when they are good, they are great.
Unfortunately, they are also contending with the plot to put an end to the peace treaty. Which, let me tell you, is a doozy!!
Prince Wraith is an outcast in his own family, now betrothed to Dragon King Konrad, who loathes necromancers.
Konrad has his reasons, but those reasons make him an incomparable jerk. Which makes your heart hurt for Wraith even more. But when they are good, they are great.
Unfortunately, they are also contending with the plot to put an end to the peace treaty. Which, let me tell you, is a doozy!!
September 20, 2026
Not my favorite of the series. I wanted to see more depth to the characters.
I received an ARC from GRR for my honest review
I received an ARC from GRR for my honest review
Review of advance copy
I loved it. I have been loving this whole series and the conclusion is absolutely no exception. I really loved Wraith, who we knew the least of and got to know here. I was really into it, and finished in a speed that I hadn't had finished a book in for a while. Loved it
August 29, 2026
Such a great end to the series, and I did not expect that twist …. It was perfect!
I would love to see more in this world. The connections between the realms are amazing
I would love to see more in this world. The connections between the realms are amazing
Review of advance copy received from Author
Courting the Dragon King by Gigi Rivers is the final book in her A Royal Arrangement series. I highly suggest you read the others first to understand characters and what is happening in this one. This is one of the best fantasy series I have read in a long time and the final book is the amazing ending to it as it reveals all the secrets as to what was happening and brings it all to a wonderful conclusion. This is the story of the King of Draconia who in order to bring peace must marry the Shadow Prince of Necros who is a necromancer. After the war he hates them with all his being but will do his duty and when he does he realizes that his husband is not who he thought he was and over time and many surprising events they fall in love. Konrad Drachen is now the King of Draconia after his father was killed and even though he’s been trained all his life he is not sure he is ready for such a hard job and to bring peace to the kingdoms. Draconia staged a war started by his grandmother and continued by his father for 20 years but finally everyone wants peace. In order to have it the Grand Monk of the Way of the Dove has summoned all the royalty to the White Monastery where he has them sign a contract in blood that will marry a royal person from Draconia with one from all the other countries. Konrad’s relatives have all married those of the other countries and while it was hard at first they found love. Now it is his turn as the last one before the peace treaty is finalized and he must marry Shadow Prince Wraith Grimm from Necros where the necromancers rule. Konrad saw first had during the war the devastation they had caused by raising the dead and skeletons as well as the dread knights to fight them and he hated all necromancers. But he believed in having a lasting peace so he would marry him. Unbeknownst to many, Wraith was not a necromancer who could raise the dead but was a very rare reaper who could see and hear the dead and helped them through the bone door to their afterlife. His father despised him for a reason that will be revealed, his brother and sister mocked and made fun of him, and his mother tolerated him but he never felt any love or affection from anyone. He spent his time wandering the castle, talking to the dead and helping them cross over and his only companion was his hellhound, Umba, who he created when he was young. He also agreed to the marriage but was very scared because he didn’t know what would occur and this happened when he realized Konrad hated him, even though he didn’t know him. They did feel an attraction and had a glorious wedding night as well as more hot love scenes but when Konrad heard about some of the things Wraith had done he became very mad and Wraith’s hopes for a good marriage when down the drain because he could see the hatred. But he met Elias and several others of the couples who had to marry for peace and made a friend and Elias was curious about his life and learned many things about him. He and Gerard, his husband, talked to Konrad and said he shouldn’t be so judgmental and to learn the facts behind what Wraith was saying about his life and when he did, he found that he wasn’t so bad after all. They spent time together and were growing very close but trouble was afoot at the monastery and they were trying to figure out who was behind the killings that were taking place. Then something happens that causes a huge rift between Wraith and Konrad. This is where I am stopping my narrative because I don’t want to give anything else away. There is an epic ending that kept me on the edge of my seat wondering what was going to happen next and just when I thought there was a way out of it, something else happened and I had no way of figuring out how they could possibly stay alive and have a happy ending. I also hadn’t realized who was behind everything so that was a huge shock and made the story that much more intriguing. But Wraith was the one who figured out how to save them and used his powers to stop what was going on. Konrad had finally seen who Wraith truly was and apologized for ever doubting him. They both went on to say they loved each other and when they went back to Draconia they started a new and wonderful life together. I really enjoyed this book. There was so much excitement, longing, and intrigue that I couldn’t put it down. Konrad was a great prince and then king although he wasn’t sure he would be. He wanted peace and was willing to put his country above his own feelings. He hated necromancers but did his duty. He was surprised that Wraith wasn’t like he thought he would be but he had to become less judgmental to really see who he was and how he would help him. Wraith hadn’t had any love or companionship in his life because his family did not like him. He was so happy when he made a friend in Elias and then when he thought Konrad liked him. But that was short lived when he realized his family only wanted him for his abilities as a reaper and were not happy when he sided with Konrad. The ending was almost unbelievable and Ms. Rivers made it epic in that you don’t know how they are going to get out of the mess they are in. But with the help of Konrad’s family and warriors from the other countries they do and they are then able to express their love to each other. The members of the court, the necromancer royal family, the monks at the monastery, and Umba all play major roles in the story. I highly recommend this book, especially if you like stories about shifters and other paranormals who are fighting for peace after a long war, find they have to do battle with unexpected forces of evil to achieve it, and how they find a way to win as well as find love.
September 20, 2026
Arc review
What a wonderful finish to an awesome series. My first whole series written by Gigi Rivers and honestly I think I got a pretty good one in my collection☺️. I've read the whole series, and from the start the one thing that remained intact in the series is consistency and suspense to a certain level. I liked the way the world-building was done and the way the author has given some really good backdrops of the world where all the warring kingdoms are living. How the whole arranged marriage scenario plays, even did a recap of the events (which unfortunately many forget and is a pet peeve of mine)😔.
This book is a continuation of the events that ended the last book 3 of Gerard and Elias - "Spoiler Alert" the last book ended with the death of Draconian King in very mysterious circumstances and left the heir MC1 Konrad the next king in line to the throne. While there is no drama of "who's going to be the next king", the real drama happens after the death of king senior. Konrad was always against the arrangement of his marriage to the Necros kingdom (necromancers). He has fought with Necros in the war and he has seen his friend die and get reanimated again. The fight and brutal death of his best friend left him with really bad memories (PTSD symptoms). He hasn't been able to sleep well since then and the hatred that the Necros caused besides being mysterious about their ways of necromancy makes him very suspicious of them. That's why he isn't thrilled to marry Prince Wraith, our MC2. Konrad also feels not adequate as a king. He feels that he lacks his father's commitment, conviction and stability to see the peace treaty reach its conclusion.
Wraith has always been an oddball in his family. He never got any attention or affection from his father the king, his mother has shown some acknowledgement to his existence but is distant in showing anything else. His siblings have always been cruel and made fun of his necro powers which are very different from their own. The rest of the Necros follow their king's lead and leave the odd prince alone. Wraith only has his hellhound dog Umbra for company and no one to talk to. His powers are that of a reaper and nobody considers them useful except when they were used in the war. So when he meets Konrad he thinks he'll maybe have somebody to acknowledge his existence at last and they can have a cordial marriage. But Konrad's cold attitude and cruel words make Wraith realize that his marriage is another cruel joke that life has thrown at him.
In all the political turmoil and suspicious behavior the one lovely thing happens to Wraith is friendship with Elias. Maybe because Elias himself is used to being an odd ball, thay Elias could emphasize and understand Wraith more. So much so that he even brings Gerard in. I liked the way Gerard and Elias reprimanded Konrad to treat Wraith better and leave his suspicion behind. This made Konrad look at Wraith in a different way.and trying to understand the man behind the beautiful necro mask.
Wraith is an adorable, naive character who has no sense of his surroundings because he keeps seeing and hearing the dead and finds their activities fascinating. He has always felt close to the dead because his family never included him in anything. Besides Umbra it's the dead that have always been with him and leading them to their afterlife is a duty he takes very seriously. That's why when Konrad shows interest in his reaper work and curiosity towards his role in it, Wraith is both surprised and pleased. But, suspicions were never far away from Konrad and the Necros scheming against destroying the peace treaty brought Konrad and Wraith at odds again. Will they be able to conquer their fears and will the peace treaty work? Whose is behind political machinations? Is it just the Necros or someone else is pulling the strings?
Yes, the story unfolds a lot that was going on and that's why I consider this a much better conclusion to a good and entertaining series. Thankyou so much Gigi Rivers 😊 for this fascinating reading journey.
What a wonderful finish to an awesome series. My first whole series written by Gigi Rivers and honestly I think I got a pretty good one in my collection☺️. I've read the whole series, and from the start the one thing that remained intact in the series is consistency and suspense to a certain level. I liked the way the world-building was done and the way the author has given some really good backdrops of the world where all the warring kingdoms are living. How the whole arranged marriage scenario plays, even did a recap of the events (which unfortunately many forget and is a pet peeve of mine)😔.
This book is a continuation of the events that ended the last book 3 of Gerard and Elias - "Spoiler Alert" the last book ended with the death of Draconian King in very mysterious circumstances and left the heir MC1 Konrad the next king in line to the throne. While there is no drama of "who's going to be the next king", the real drama happens after the death of king senior. Konrad was always against the arrangement of his marriage to the Necros kingdom (necromancers). He has fought with Necros in the war and he has seen his friend die and get reanimated again. The fight and brutal death of his best friend left him with really bad memories (PTSD symptoms). He hasn't been able to sleep well since then and the hatred that the Necros caused besides being mysterious about their ways of necromancy makes him very suspicious of them. That's why he isn't thrilled to marry Prince Wraith, our MC2. Konrad also feels not adequate as a king. He feels that he lacks his father's commitment, conviction and stability to see the peace treaty reach its conclusion.
Wraith has always been an oddball in his family. He never got any attention or affection from his father the king, his mother has shown some acknowledgement to his existence but is distant in showing anything else. His siblings have always been cruel and made fun of his necro powers which are very different from their own. The rest of the Necros follow their king's lead and leave the odd prince alone. Wraith only has his hellhound dog Umbra for company and no one to talk to. His powers are that of a reaper and nobody considers them useful except when they were used in the war. So when he meets Konrad he thinks he'll maybe have somebody to acknowledge his existence at last and they can have a cordial marriage. But Konrad's cold attitude and cruel words make Wraith realize that his marriage is another cruel joke that life has thrown at him.
In all the political turmoil and suspicious behavior the one lovely thing happens to Wraith is friendship with Elias. Maybe because Elias himself is used to being an odd ball, thay Elias could emphasize and understand Wraith more. So much so that he even brings Gerard in. I liked the way Gerard and Elias reprimanded Konrad to treat Wraith better and leave his suspicion behind. This made Konrad look at Wraith in a different way.and trying to understand the man behind the beautiful necro mask.
Wraith is an adorable, naive character who has no sense of his surroundings because he keeps seeing and hearing the dead and finds their activities fascinating. He has always felt close to the dead because his family never included him in anything. Besides Umbra it's the dead that have always been with him and leading them to their afterlife is a duty he takes very seriously. That's why when Konrad shows interest in his reaper work and curiosity towards his role in it, Wraith is both surprised and pleased. But, suspicions were never far away from Konrad and the Necros scheming against destroying the peace treaty brought Konrad and Wraith at odds again. Will they be able to conquer their fears and will the peace treaty work? Whose is behind political machinations? Is it just the Necros or someone else is pulling the strings?
Yes, the story unfolds a lot that was going on and that's why I consider this a much better conclusion to a good and entertaining series. Thankyou so much Gigi Rivers 😊 for this fascinating reading journey.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Synopsis:
Konrad is the new dragon king after the recent death of his father. He’s set to marry Prince Wraith to uphold the peace treaty between their people. But Wraith is a necromancer, and during the war it was the necromancers that Konrad fought and learned to loathe.
❤️ MM Fantasy Romance
🧡 Royal Politics
💛 Arranged Marriage
💚 Dragon x Necromancer
💙 Forced Proximity
💜 Enemies to Lovers
Highlights:
- Umbra the hellhound
- Wraith and Konrad’s conversation about war and the atrocities it brings
- Wraith finding the family that loves him
Recommend?
Yes! This is a heartfelt romance between two people with complicated pasts. It’s filled with politics, fantasy, and angst and is definitely worth a read.
❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
"Courting the Dragon King" by Gigi Rivers is the fourth book in the "Royal Arrangement" series (Technically book 3, but there's a 0.5 prequel).
The story follows Wraith, a necromancer, as he undergoes a marriage to the dragon king, Konrad. Their relationship is complicated by Konrad's hatred of necromancers, but overtime, the pair learn to put their past behind them and move forward together.
If only they can figure out who is trying to sabotage the peace treaty and leaving bodies in their wake.
Ratings:
Overall: 4/5 Hearts - I've enjoyed every book in this series and this finale definitely met my high expectations!
Spice Quantity: 3/5 Peppers - I'm guesstimating around 25% of this book is spice. Which is a great ratio of plot to spice for me.
Spice Quality: 4/5 - It's really good. Not only is it sexy on its own, but the spice also complicates emotions and drives the romantic plot.
Plot: 4/5 -
- Storyline: There are two main storylines going on in this book. The romance between Konrad and Wraith; as well as the series plotline of "Who is trying to prevent the treaty?"
This book really did an amazing job intertwining these. I loved that the romance built up all of these soft emotions in me at the beginning of the book, and then punched me in the gut when the treaty plot became the focus in the end.
- Characters: Both Wraith and Konrad were super well done. I loved Konrad's PTSD and how the past trauma really bled into his present life seamlessly. And Wraith has so much yearning inside of him for love and comfort, seeing his pain made me ache for him.
By the end, both characters grow and Konrad is having less flashbacks and Wraith feels confident enough to stand up and reject a promise of affection from his family if it means going against his morals.
I do think the secondary characters could have been a bit more fleshed out just to make them more meaningful. But that's a bit nitpicky when we get two great MCs.
- Writing Style: I've always loved Gigi's writing style. It just always worked for me and seemed to melt into my brain perfectly. I'm not sure why, but this book seemed a bit more clipped and "to the point" than I remember, but that never drew me out of the story or made me enjoy it less.
Conclusion: If you've been thinking of reading this series and was waiting for it's conclusion, then this is your sign to start at the beginning. If you're caught up and liked the last 3 books, then you'll love this one!
❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
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Konrad is the new dragon king after the recent death of his father. He’s set to marry Prince Wraith to uphold the peace treaty between their people. But Wraith is a necromancer, and during the war it was the necromancers that Konrad fought and learned to loathe.
❤️ MM Fantasy Romance
🧡 Royal Politics
💛 Arranged Marriage
💚 Dragon x Necromancer
💙 Forced Proximity
💜 Enemies to Lovers
Highlights:
- Umbra the hellhound
- Wraith and Konrad’s conversation about war and the atrocities it brings
- Wraith finding the family that loves him
Recommend?
Yes! This is a heartfelt romance between two people with complicated pasts. It’s filled with politics, fantasy, and angst and is definitely worth a read.
❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
"Courting the Dragon King" by Gigi Rivers is the fourth book in the "Royal Arrangement" series (Technically book 3, but there's a 0.5 prequel).
The story follows Wraith, a necromancer, as he undergoes a marriage to the dragon king, Konrad. Their relationship is complicated by Konrad's hatred of necromancers, but overtime, the pair learn to put their past behind them and move forward together.
If only they can figure out who is trying to sabotage the peace treaty and leaving bodies in their wake.
Ratings:
Overall: 4/5 Hearts - I've enjoyed every book in this series and this finale definitely met my high expectations!
Spice Quantity: 3/5 Peppers - I'm guesstimating around 25% of this book is spice. Which is a great ratio of plot to spice for me.
Spice Quality: 4/5 - It's really good. Not only is it sexy on its own, but the spice also complicates emotions and drives the romantic plot.
Plot: 4/5 -
- Storyline: There are two main storylines going on in this book. The romance between Konrad and Wraith; as well as the series plotline of "Who is trying to prevent the treaty?"
This book really did an amazing job intertwining these. I loved that the romance built up all of these soft emotions in me at the beginning of the book, and then punched me in the gut when the treaty plot became the focus in the end.
- Characters: Both Wraith and Konrad were super well done. I loved Konrad's PTSD and how the past trauma really bled into his present life seamlessly. And Wraith has so much yearning inside of him for love and comfort, seeing his pain made me ache for him.
By the end, both characters grow and Konrad is having less flashbacks and Wraith feels confident enough to stand up and reject a promise of affection from his family if it means going against his morals.
I do think the secondary characters could have been a bit more fleshed out just to make them more meaningful. But that's a bit nitpicky when we get two great MCs.
- Writing Style: I've always loved Gigi's writing style. It just always worked for me and seemed to melt into my brain perfectly. I'm not sure why, but this book seemed a bit more clipped and "to the point" than I remember, but that never drew me out of the story or made me enjoy it less.
Conclusion: If you've been thinking of reading this series and was waiting for it's conclusion, then this is your sign to start at the beginning. If you're caught up and liked the last 3 books, then you'll love this one!
❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
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September 18, 2026
2.5 rounded up i guess... I started out liking this and then it got disappointing and just kept going down hill for me personally. I've been really looking fwd to this book for months but yeah ...woof. I think the prejudice Konard has for necromancers really got in the way of everything and overall the below things suck out to me:
What I did like:
-I really loved Wraith and Umbra is the best! Wraith deserves such a loyal companion.
-I loved the necromancy lore - I feel like the powers and worldbuilding around it was really cool. I wish some powers were discovered earlier so we could see more of their potential and shenanigans from it. Even tho we got periods of exposition about it (which dragged a little), I wanted to see more in action.
What I didn't like:
-I didn't feel like there was a strong of a connection between the two MCs as much as I wanted their to be. And honestly the kind of 180 behavior from Konrad during sex was kind of jarring considering how much of an ass he was outside of it.
-The negative &/or prejudice filled comments from everyone towards Wraith for being a necromancer was persistent even until the end of the book. Which I get prejudices don't disappear over night but I dont feel great about Wraith stepping back into their fold. Overall he felt too othered by everyone. Konrads prejudices are still present even in the last few pages and treating Wraith as the "exception" (eventually - after constantly doubting him) gives off hella weird vibes. At the end of the book I feel like Umbra is still Wraiths only friend - not even Elias properly stood up for him even tho he reached out and acted as a friend first to Wraith - that was disappointing.
-I feel like too much trust was lost between Wraith and everyone especially Konrad and should not have been so quick to forgive - where was the groveling? It was giving "well he apologized" vibes with no wrongdoers really showing deep comprehension of how shitty they were to Wraith.
-I feel like the plot got too big and far away from itself to the point where I feel like there isn't a satisfying ending bc there are too many loss ends and honestly none of these MCs and SCs have proven that they are capable of solving any of them. The plot started feeling messy. I feel like it started out following a similar formular to the previous books (which kind of annoying) in the first half and then the 2nd half felt disconnected.
-Also why was everyone obsessed with the MCs (especially Wraiths past ifykyk) sex lives?? It was brought up at the most inappropriate times and repeatedly and then it seemed like that was the most notable thing about him that ppl would ask about. Like treat him as a person?? It started to feel a little fetishistic.
Ima let the rest simmer with me but overall I feel a little let down.
What I did like:
-I really loved Wraith and Umbra is the best! Wraith deserves such a loyal companion.
-I loved the necromancy lore - I feel like the powers and worldbuilding around it was really cool. I wish some powers were discovered earlier so we could see more of their potential and shenanigans from it. Even tho we got periods of exposition about it (which dragged a little), I wanted to see more in action.
What I didn't like:
-I didn't feel like there was a strong of a connection between the two MCs as much as I wanted their to be. And honestly the kind of 180 behavior from Konrad during sex was kind of jarring considering how much of an ass he was outside of it.
-The negative &/or prejudice filled comments from everyone towards Wraith for being a necromancer was persistent even until the end of the book. Which I get prejudices don't disappear over night but I dont feel great about Wraith stepping back into their fold. Overall he felt too othered by everyone. Konrads prejudices are still present even in the last few pages and treating Wraith as the "exception" (eventually - after constantly doubting him) gives off hella weird vibes. At the end of the book I feel like Umbra is still Wraiths only friend - not even Elias properly stood up for him even tho he reached out and acted as a friend first to Wraith - that was disappointing.
-I feel like too much trust was lost between Wraith and everyone especially Konrad and should not have been so quick to forgive - where was the groveling? It was giving "well he apologized" vibes with no wrongdoers really showing deep comprehension of how shitty they were to Wraith.
-I feel like the plot got too big and far away from itself to the point where I feel like there isn't a satisfying ending bc there are too many loss ends and honestly none of these MCs and SCs have proven that they are capable of solving any of them. The plot started feeling messy. I feel like it started out following a similar formular to the previous books (which kind of annoying) in the first half and then the 2nd half felt disconnected.
-Also why was everyone obsessed with the MCs (especially Wraiths past ifykyk) sex lives?? It was brought up at the most inappropriate times and repeatedly and then it seemed like that was the most notable thing about him that ppl would ask about. Like treat him as a person?? It started to feel a little fetishistic.
Ima let the rest simmer with me but overall I feel a little let down.
Review of advance copy received from Author
It is with sadness that I say that this is the last book of A Royal Arrangement series. The 3 books in the series and prequel book were a fantastic read with intriguing storylines. There is death, marriages, assassinations, family betrayals, treason, peace held together by sheer will of some key individuals and the ultimate evil mastermind that you do not expect coming.
This book has the necromancy Prince Wraith being betrothed to now King Konrad whose father King Aleric was murdered in a previous book by a faction wanting to bring the peace treaty to a screaming halt. However, Konrad wants to fulfil his father's final wishes to ensure the peace treaty is made between the kingdoms and Konrad's is the final arranged marriage. Konrad just somehow has to marry one the of the evil necromancers he fought tirelessly in the war for that to happen.
Prince Wraith is no ordinary necromancer as he is able to see the dead and help them cross over, a gift that is very unique that has isolated him from this family because he is hated and despised for his weirdness. His only companion is his childhood dog that he somehow bought back from the dead as a hellhound through sharing his gift with the recently departed soul of Fluffy. However Fluffy is now smoke and darkness, Wraith renames him to Umber after being ridiculed by his siblings.
The courtship before the arranged marriage is turbulent. Wraith thought he might be able to have a new beginning in Draconia but once he realises that Konrad also despises him, he seeks out the solace of Umber the only one that loves him. The intrigue and adventure were amazing to read and not what I would have expected to happen. Great writing by Gigi, she definitely kept me guessing and I didn't want the story to end.
If you haven't read the entire series, I can't recommend this highly enough, you will not be disappointed.
This book has the necromancy Prince Wraith being betrothed to now King Konrad whose father King Aleric was murdered in a previous book by a faction wanting to bring the peace treaty to a screaming halt. However, Konrad wants to fulfil his father's final wishes to ensure the peace treaty is made between the kingdoms and Konrad's is the final arranged marriage. Konrad just somehow has to marry one the of the evil necromancers he fought tirelessly in the war for that to happen.
Prince Wraith is no ordinary necromancer as he is able to see the dead and help them cross over, a gift that is very unique that has isolated him from this family because he is hated and despised for his weirdness. His only companion is his childhood dog that he somehow bought back from the dead as a hellhound through sharing his gift with the recently departed soul of Fluffy. However Fluffy is now smoke and darkness, Wraith renames him to Umber after being ridiculed by his siblings.
The courtship before the arranged marriage is turbulent. Wraith thought he might be able to have a new beginning in Draconia but once he realises that Konrad also despises him, he seeks out the solace of Umber the only one that loves him. The intrigue and adventure were amazing to read and not what I would have expected to happen. Great writing by Gigi, she definitely kept me guessing and I didn't want the story to end.
If you haven't read the entire series, I can't recommend this highly enough, you will not be disappointed.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I was very much looking forward to this book as it is the final in the series and I have read all the others. This is about the new Dragon King Konrad and the Necromancer Prince Wraith getting married quickly due to the events that happened in the last book. Konrad is very prejudiced against Necros (as they are called in the book), poor Wraith has been hated and mistreated his whole life for being different than other Necros. It is hard to read the first 1/3 of the book because Konrad is mean to Wraith. Finally, my favorite character of the series Elias, dresses down Konrad for not actually getting to know his husband Wraith and just treating him so awfully. It is really the turning point in the book. The next 1/3 of the book we get to see Konrad and Wraith start to fall in love and that part of the book I did enjoy. In the last 1/3 of the book, we finally get the resolution we have been waiting for from the beginning of this series, who is behind all the chaos and trying to stop the peace treaty. I was very happy to finally read who was behind everything although I kind of thought I knew who the bad guys were from the book before this. Of course, Konrad and Wraith are in trouble and Elias and the rest of the mated dragon siblings have to help in the last battle. Also, Konrad should have groveled more for Wraith’s affection, considering how instrumental Wraith and his abilities were to the final battle. I really enjoyed this series and it was great to have all the other couples from the first 4 books appear in this book. I would recommend this entire series.
Story 4, Spice 3
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Story 4, Spice 3
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
September 22, 2026
This is the third and final book in the A Royal Arrangement series. I think it would be best if you read the series in order as there is an overlaying arc over all three books. This is the story of Konrad Drachen and Wraith Grimm. Konrad is the King Draconia. Wraith is the Shadow Prince of Necros and a necromancer. But he is not a typical necromancer but Konrad does not know that. He knows that he hates all necromancers from what he saw happen during the wars. In order to keep peace between their worlds, both are betrothed to each other. This will solidify the peace agreement. Konrad is prepared to do his duty and marry Wraith. Wraith on the other hand, believes that this may be a chance for him to actually be happy. His life up until this point has been miserable and hard. He craves a true relationship. This is their story. The book is well written and easy to read. I received a complementary advanced review copy of this book from the author and I am voluntarily leaving a review. I will say that in the beginning of the book, it is very hard to like Konrad. His attitude and treatment of Wraith made my heart ache. Thankfully, their relationship slowly grew more positive. Unfortunately, not all are happy with the idea of peace between these two worlds. There are challenges ahead due to killings and misinformation. If they want a HEA, they are going to have to work hard for it. I really enjoyed this book.
September 29, 2026
Sad to see the series end
I've really enjoyed this series - it's got more of a fantasy feel to it than the author's other work and I liked that little foray into a slightly different style. I have to admit though, this was not my favourite of the series. Don't get me wrong, I really enjoyed it but Konrad fell really flat for me. I understood he had a lot of trauma from the war and that this was far from a love match but he just wasn't particularly pleasant for a good portion of the book despite Wraith not actually giving him any reason for being so. It also never really felt like Konrad came to understand that his preconceptions and hatred for necromancers was not well placed. Hate the people at the head (they were clearly bad people) but no one on the actual battlefield was 'innocent'. It made me think of something I read that went something like: people say war is hell but they're wrong, people in hell deserve to be there, soldiers don't. I just really wished Konrad could wrap his head around that and genuinely amen an effort to show he understood he had been wrong previously. I think it was definitely a case of Wraith being far too good for Konrad for me. I guess though, the heart wants what the heart wants and Wraith loves Konrad. I'm happy that Wraith is getting the HEA he deserves and I guess I'm happy for Konrad too lol. I'm sad to see the series end - I've really enjoyed these characters and this world so I'm hoping that maybe we'll get to visit occasionally.
I've really enjoyed this series - it's got more of a fantasy feel to it than the author's other work and I liked that little foray into a slightly different style. I have to admit though, this was not my favourite of the series. Don't get me wrong, I really enjoyed it but Konrad fell really flat for me. I understood he had a lot of trauma from the war and that this was far from a love match but he just wasn't particularly pleasant for a good portion of the book despite Wraith not actually giving him any reason for being so. It also never really felt like Konrad came to understand that his preconceptions and hatred for necromancers was not well placed. Hate the people at the head (they were clearly bad people) but no one on the actual battlefield was 'innocent'. It made me think of something I read that went something like: people say war is hell but they're wrong, people in hell deserve to be there, soldiers don't. I just really wished Konrad could wrap his head around that and genuinely amen an effort to show he understood he had been wrong previously. I think it was definitely a case of Wraith being far too good for Konrad for me. I guess though, the heart wants what the heart wants and Wraith loves Konrad. I'm happy that Wraith is getting the HEA he deserves and I guess I'm happy for Konrad too lol. I'm sad to see the series end - I've really enjoyed these characters and this world so I'm hoping that maybe we'll get to visit occasionally.
Review of advance copy received from Outro
ARC review
Finally their story. I was anxious for them and I'm so glad we finally got them.
Wraith had been neglected and unloved his whole life by everyone in his kingdom and his family. How the hell he remained so sweet is a mystery. He deserved someone who loved him wholeheartedly and showed him how amazing he was.
Konrad had a new responsability to lead his people as the new king and that's not easy when you don't who is betraying you. I have to say, he was so unfair with Wraith, all that hate and honestly ignorance involving necromancers was too much. When they met, it was bad enough but when they started to really get to know each other and started to fall in love and he starts calling him names again and have him imprisoned without giving him a chance to explain, it was too much for me. He deserved to grovel so much more than he did. The things he said were horrible, Wraith forgave him too easily.
The final reveals were a little obvious but just in this book because before this I think we all suspected a little of the necromancers but had no idea about the monks. But in this one, it got to a point that you could see that the monks were involved in the betrayal.
I just have one question, what will happen to Necros, seeing as the king, the queen and the heis died and the only heir that's left married someone from Draconia and is expected to remain there forever?
Finally their story. I was anxious for them and I'm so glad we finally got them.
Wraith had been neglected and unloved his whole life by everyone in his kingdom and his family. How the hell he remained so sweet is a mystery. He deserved someone who loved him wholeheartedly and showed him how amazing he was.
Konrad had a new responsability to lead his people as the new king and that's not easy when you don't who is betraying you. I have to say, he was so unfair with Wraith, all that hate and honestly ignorance involving necromancers was too much. When they met, it was bad enough but when they started to really get to know each other and started to fall in love and he starts calling him names again and have him imprisoned without giving him a chance to explain, it was too much for me. He deserved to grovel so much more than he did. The things he said were horrible, Wraith forgave him too easily.
The final reveals were a little obvious but just in this book because before this I think we all suspected a little of the necromancers but had no idea about the monks. But in this one, it got to a point that you could see that the monks were involved in the betrayal.
I just have one question, what will happen to Necros, seeing as the king, the queen and the heis died and the only heir that's left married someone from Draconia and is expected to remain there forever?
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 19, 2026
I can't belive this series is over, but what a way to end it.
Honestly, I wasn't sure how this was going to go. If you've been reading this series, then you'd know how much hatred Konrad had towards necromancer, and towards his future betrothed. So, because of that, I wasn't sure how Gigi could bring the two together when Konrad was so hostile towards them. Although, he had every right to be, but not towards poor Wraith.
I think Wraith and Umbra are my new favorite characters now in this whole series, they are just so lovely and sweet, but so misunderstood and neglected. What his family did to him was awful and then the way Konrad treated him, especially before the events in the catacombs happened, was just terrible. I wanted to give Wraith a hug, he needed one.
I think Gigi did a good job with still having the MC's have angst between them but also trying to find a way forwards despite that. Their road wasn't an easy one, but they got their in the end.
As for the big battle, we learned who the culprits were behind all the tragedy at the Monastery and honestly, I'm shocked!! I mean, some of them I suspected, but for how many was involved was a complete surprise!
I won't discuss it much as I don't want to spoil anything but just know that this was a really great ending to a wonderful series!
Honestly, I wasn't sure how this was going to go. If you've been reading this series, then you'd know how much hatred Konrad had towards necromancer, and towards his future betrothed. So, because of that, I wasn't sure how Gigi could bring the two together when Konrad was so hostile towards them. Although, he had every right to be, but not towards poor Wraith.
I think Wraith and Umbra are my new favorite characters now in this whole series, they are just so lovely and sweet, but so misunderstood and neglected. What his family did to him was awful and then the way Konrad treated him, especially before the events in the catacombs happened, was just terrible. I wanted to give Wraith a hug, he needed one.
I think Gigi did a good job with still having the MC's have angst between them but also trying to find a way forwards despite that. Their road wasn't an easy one, but they got their in the end.
As for the big battle, we learned who the culprits were behind all the tragedy at the Monastery and honestly, I'm shocked!! I mean, some of them I suspected, but for how many was involved was a complete surprise!
I won't discuss it much as I don't want to spoil anything but just know that this was a really great ending to a wonderful series!
September 21, 2026
I LOVE Shadow Prince Wraith!! I spent the entire book wanting to kick King Konrad’s dragon behind and give Wraith a huge hug. Sometimes characters like Wraith just stick out at a reader. That’s why I love reading so much, you can distract yourself from your everyday thoughts and sink into a magical world. Does it fix real life? No, of course not. For the time those covers are open though, you are steeped in a world full of dragons and magic with a little love and danger sprinkled in as well. I have really enjoyed this A Royal Arrangement series for a multitude of reasons. I think Gigi Rivers does an excellent job of creating flawed characters that you want to root for whether it’s for them to fall in love or for them to pull their heads out you know. There is also so much intrigue in this series. Seriously, how are they all trying to put a peace treaty together and yet people keep dying?! I had my thoughts in each book about who might be behind all the violence and I was wrong each time. In this book, I was blown away by who the real culprit was and the reasoning behind their actions. I think that is another reason I find such joy in reading. Can the writer lead me down the wrong path? Did I fall in love with bad guy or do the good guys triumph? Either way, this is a wonderful series, this book is fabulous, and I can’t wait for the epilogue to come into my email.
September 21, 2026
Konrad had trained all his life to take on the responsibilities of King of Draconia, but he never expected his father to die so young, especially when they were at a peace conference. They had been beset with one attack after another at the White Dove Monastery and to make matters worse, Konrad now had to step up and enter into the 4th and final marriage contract that would unite the kingdoms. Four dragon princes and four from the other kingdoms. All that was left was Konrad’s marriage to Wraith Grim, the Necromancer’s Shadow Prince. And Konrad hated necromancers with a passion after he had seen the atrocities that were their normal battle tactics.
Wraith was not your standards necromancer. He couldn’t reanimate the dead. He was a reaper who helped the dead cross over. And his family hated him. The Shadow King was not his real father, and he felt lucky to not have been killed at birth, but everyone in the family treated him with disdain. There was no love to be shown anywhere.
This is the third and final book of A Royal Arrangement Series but there is a prequel. I would suggest prior reading. It’s a good series and this is a fantastic finish with more plot twists than you can imagine. And of course an HEA and a pet hellhound. I received an ARC of this book both from the author and GRR. I am happy to leave a review
Wraith was not your standards necromancer. He couldn’t reanimate the dead. He was a reaper who helped the dead cross over. And his family hated him. The Shadow King was not his real father, and he felt lucky to not have been killed at birth, but everyone in the family treated him with disdain. There was no love to be shown anywhere.
This is the third and final book of A Royal Arrangement Series but there is a prequel. I would suggest prior reading. It’s a good series and this is a fantastic finish with more plot twists than you can imagine. And of course an HEA and a pet hellhound. I received an ARC of this book both from the author and GRR. I am happy to leave a review
Review of advance copy received from Author
"Konrad had not really cared which necromancer he married. He’d hated them all, so what difference did it make?"
If you haven't started this series this is your lucky day because this is the final book of the series so run out and grab the entire series you won't be disappointed. You get the benefit of being able to binge these books and read them for the first time. I wish I could read them again for the first time.
I'm so sad this is the final book in the series but oh my goodness this was my favorite book yet and definitely worth the wait. I know I'm not the only one that's been waiting on this book to see what was going to happen between Wraith, one of the hated necromancers, and Konrad, the dragon king. I could not put it down!!!
If you haven't started this series you definitely need to and you need to grab the prequel, Courting the Dragon Lord, Ash and Barrett's book. I'm mentioning it by name because it doesn't show up on Amazon in the numbered series list but as related to the series. So make sure you don't miss out.
This book had everything, everything you'd ever want in a book; action, murder, deceit, battles, romance, pomp and circumstance... you name it it's got it
If you haven't started this series this is your lucky day because this is the final book of the series so run out and grab the entire series you won't be disappointed. You get the benefit of being able to binge these books and read them for the first time. I wish I could read them again for the first time.
I'm so sad this is the final book in the series but oh my goodness this was my favorite book yet and definitely worth the wait. I know I'm not the only one that's been waiting on this book to see what was going to happen between Wraith, one of the hated necromancers, and Konrad, the dragon king. I could not put it down!!!
If you haven't started this series you definitely need to and you need to grab the prequel, Courting the Dragon Lord, Ash and Barrett's book. I'm mentioning it by name because it doesn't show up on Amazon in the numbered series list but as related to the series. So make sure you don't miss out.
This book had everything, everything you'd ever want in a book; action, murder, deceit, battles, romance, pomp and circumstance... you name it it's got it
September 21, 2026
Review of ARC received from the author.
What a wonderful conclusion to this series. So many unexpected twists and turns, too! I won't spoil them but let's just say I honestly never even considered the people actually responsible for trying to wreck the peace. But that just means the author did a great job of them hiding in plain sight. There was a moment I started to suspect, because of what was said and when, but even that was able to be brushed over.
The romance in this story is Wraith, the Necromancer Prince and Konrad, the newly crowned Dragon King. But in the war, Konrad saw some of the worst of what Necromancers could do (and it was quite creepy, even give what Necromancers actually do). So he has a lot of dislike and resentment toward Wraith, who is wanting to get away from the family who never cared for him. But it's not that easy, of course. Every time Wraith and Konrad start to get along, something seems to set Conrad's past bad feelings off. Then there's the people trying to destroy the peace treaty and those who don't want Wraith to survive at all.
Lots of intrigue, fun and the most adorable hellhound ever (I so want my own Umbra!).
Not to mention an amazing twist. Just a wonderful story and conclusion to the series.
What a wonderful conclusion to this series. So many unexpected twists and turns, too! I won't spoil them but let's just say I honestly never even considered the people actually responsible for trying to wreck the peace. But that just means the author did a great job of them hiding in plain sight. There was a moment I started to suspect, because of what was said and when, but even that was able to be brushed over.
The romance in this story is Wraith, the Necromancer Prince and Konrad, the newly crowned Dragon King. But in the war, Konrad saw some of the worst of what Necromancers could do (and it was quite creepy, even give what Necromancers actually do). So he has a lot of dislike and resentment toward Wraith, who is wanting to get away from the family who never cared for him. But it's not that easy, of course. Every time Wraith and Konrad start to get along, something seems to set Conrad's past bad feelings off. Then there's the people trying to destroy the peace treaty and those who don't want Wraith to survive at all.
Lots of intrigue, fun and the most adorable hellhound ever (I so want my own Umbra!).
Not to mention an amazing twist. Just a wonderful story and conclusion to the series.
October 2, 2026
*ARC Review*
Wraith is a psychopomp that has been shunned by this family for all his life. Nothing he does seems good enough, until he is chosen to represent the necromancers in the peace treaty with Dragonia. Wraith is to be married to the new Dragon king, Konrad, who he hopes to start a new and peaceful life with.
After his father's recent death, Konrad has had to step up as the new king of Dragonia. He served his nation during the war, and met many necromancers in his wake. He despises them, he hates that he is destined to marry one. All for the peace of the world, he can be the king his nation needs him to be.
This was such a good ending to the series!!!! Sadly I missed the one with Elias but I will definitely get back to it. I know by other people's standards this might not be the most riveting and life-changing story, but I really found a guilty pleasure in going through these books.
I love the trope of miscommunication and utter hate between main characters until they fall for one another and cherish one another.
I was not expecting the ending to be so grand and to connect to the other books so well! I think it was an great ending for a great series and I would read them all over again if right now if I could.
Wraith is a psychopomp that has been shunned by this family for all his life. Nothing he does seems good enough, until he is chosen to represent the necromancers in the peace treaty with Dragonia. Wraith is to be married to the new Dragon king, Konrad, who he hopes to start a new and peaceful life with.
After his father's recent death, Konrad has had to step up as the new king of Dragonia. He served his nation during the war, and met many necromancers in his wake. He despises them, he hates that he is destined to marry one. All for the peace of the world, he can be the king his nation needs him to be.
This was such a good ending to the series!!!! Sadly I missed the one with Elias but I will definitely get back to it. I know by other people's standards this might not be the most riveting and life-changing story, but I really found a guilty pleasure in going through these books.
I love the trope of miscommunication and utter hate between main characters until they fall for one another and cherish one another.
I was not expecting the ending to be so grand and to connect to the other books so well! I think it was an great ending for a great series and I would read them all over again if right now if I could.
September 19, 2026
This is the third and last book in the Royal Arrangement series. I have to start by saying I absolutely adored Wraith and his hellhound Umbra! He is a necromancer but nothing like the rest of his family. Konrad is now the King of Draconia after his father was killed in the previous book. He had horrible experiences with necromancers on the battlefield, and unfortunately takes his anger out on poor sweet Wraith.
I loved when Elias and even Gerard call him out on his unnecessarily cruel behavior. Konrad finally gives Wraith a chance and finds that he enjoys spending time with him.
The forces that have been working behind the scenes against the peace treaty finally make their plans known. There are some twists and turns, but eventually the good guys prevail.
I really enjoyed this book and had a hard time putting it down. The only thing I didn’t like was the attention paid to information that Wraith gives Konrad about his previous sex life. I was quite turned off when Luther inappropriately brings it up over dinner. But, overall this has been a very good series and I’m sorry to see it end.
I loved when Elias and even Gerard call him out on his unnecessarily cruel behavior. Konrad finally gives Wraith a chance and finds that he enjoys spending time with him.
The forces that have been working behind the scenes against the peace treaty finally make their plans known. There are some twists and turns, but eventually the good guys prevail.
I really enjoyed this book and had a hard time putting it down. The only thing I didn’t like was the attention paid to information that Wraith gives Konrad about his previous sex life. I was quite turned off when Luther inappropriately brings it up over dinner. But, overall this has been a very good series and I’m sorry to see it end.
September 20, 2026
This latest addition to a great series delivers yet another adventure filled with magic, dragons, and sorcery. If you have been following the journey so far, you will find this book to be equally thrilling and satisfying. The anticipation for this finale was well-founded, as the author crafts a fitting conclusion to the series.
One standout character is Wraith, who has a unique talent for communicating with ghosts. His struggles with self-confidence add depth to his persona, making him relatable. The exploration of arranged marriages as a way to unite the six kingdoms highlights themes of duty versus desire, adding layers as characters navigate their roles in a world governed by tradition.
The story’s pacing is relentless, with action sequences that keep you reading. The blend of drama and high-stakes situations resonates throughout, keeping each chapter packed with excitement. As the final marriage unfolds against a backdrop of political turmoil and magic, the narrative ties together various character arcs while providing closure to long-standing conflicts and a satisfying conclusion.
One standout character is Wraith, who has a unique talent for communicating with ghosts. His struggles with self-confidence add depth to his persona, making him relatable. The exploration of arranged marriages as a way to unite the six kingdoms highlights themes of duty versus desire, adding layers as characters navigate their roles in a world governed by tradition.
The story’s pacing is relentless, with action sequences that keep you reading. The blend of drama and high-stakes situations resonates throughout, keeping each chapter packed with excitement. As the final marriage unfolds against a backdrop of political turmoil and magic, the narrative ties together various character arcs while providing closure to long-standing conflicts and a satisfying conclusion.
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