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A Touch of Magic
A cursed princess. A feared enemy. A love that could change everything.
Set in the same universe as Solasta, this bold reimagining of Shrek weaves romance, danger, and dark magic into an unforgettable tale.
Fionnuala “Fiona” Kerridan was raised to be the perfect High Fae princess, graceful, obedient, and willing to sacrifice everything for her kingdom. Her future is a strategic marriage to secure peace and prosperity. And she is ready to accept it.
Until her wedding day shatters everything.
Before the vows can be spoken, a vengeful sorceress crashes the ceremony and unleashes a devastating curse, one meant not just to punish Fiona, but to humiliate her father. In a single, irreversible moment, the beloved princess is transformed into the very creature her people fear an orc.
Cast out of the life she once knew, Fiona must venture into forbidden lands in search of a way to break the curse. Her only hope lies with the Oksha, the most feared orc tribe in all of Lyraen.
But survival among enemies is not her greatest challenge.
Malek Strong-Axe, the powerful and enigmatic Ruk’hai of the Oksha, is everything Fiona was raised to despise and the one man she cannot seem to resist. As truths unravel and loyalties are tested, Fiona begins to question everything she once believed about her people, her enemies, and herself.
Because monsters are not always what they seem.
And love may be the most dangerous force of all.
Now, torn between duty and desire, Fiona must reclaim the life she lost or fight for a future she never imagined.
This book contains mature themes and explicit content. Intended for readers 18+.
Tropes &
Enemies to Lovers • Slow Burn • Monster Romance • Forbidden Love • Forced Proximity • Found Family • Powerful Heroine • Touch Her and Die • Secrets & Betrayal • Beauty Becomes the Beast
*Standalone Novel*
Set in the same universe as Solasta, this bold reimagining of Shrek weaves romance, danger, and dark magic into an unforgettable tale.
Fionnuala “Fiona” Kerridan was raised to be the perfect High Fae princess, graceful, obedient, and willing to sacrifice everything for her kingdom. Her future is a strategic marriage to secure peace and prosperity. And she is ready to accept it.
Until her wedding day shatters everything.
Before the vows can be spoken, a vengeful sorceress crashes the ceremony and unleashes a devastating curse, one meant not just to punish Fiona, but to humiliate her father. In a single, irreversible moment, the beloved princess is transformed into the very creature her people fear an orc.
Cast out of the life she once knew, Fiona must venture into forbidden lands in search of a way to break the curse. Her only hope lies with the Oksha, the most feared orc tribe in all of Lyraen.
But survival among enemies is not her greatest challenge.
Malek Strong-Axe, the powerful and enigmatic Ruk’hai of the Oksha, is everything Fiona was raised to despise and the one man she cannot seem to resist. As truths unravel and loyalties are tested, Fiona begins to question everything she once believed about her people, her enemies, and herself.
Because monsters are not always what they seem.
And love may be the most dangerous force of all.
Now, torn between duty and desire, Fiona must reclaim the life she lost or fight for a future she never imagined.
This book contains mature themes and explicit content. Intended for readers 18+.
Tropes &
Enemies to Lovers • Slow Burn • Monster Romance • Forbidden Love • Forced Proximity • Found Family • Powerful Heroine • Touch Her and Die • Secrets & Betrayal • Beauty Becomes the Beast
*Standalone Novel*
350 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 18, 2026
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May 1, 2026
Addictive, perfectly paced, and had me completely losing my mind
→ Overall vibe
This book had me giggling, kicking my feet, screaming into my pillow the entire time. The tension??? INSANE. The kind that keeps you hooked from start to finish without ever getting frustrating.
→ What I loved
The characters??? I’m in love. They feel alive, dynamic, and their chemistry is just… everything.
And one thing I appreciated so much: no unnecessary drama. Everything flows naturally, nothing feels forced, and it makes the story so much more enjoyable.
The pacing is also perfect. It’s fast, easy to read, but still really well built. Nothing feels rushed or empty.
→ This scene???
The way I SCREAMED???
Malek… my man. My MAN.
→ And honestly
I have so many more quotes that made me freak out, giggle, bury my face in my pillow… but I won’t spoil anything. Just trust me on this.
→ I need more.
Like… I NEED MORE.
I would give anything for another book about Drak. I need to know who he ends up with. I need more of him.
And Kalisha??? My baby. She deserves everything. I need her HEA.
→ Overall
This was everything I want in a romantasy read: tension, characters, emotions, and zero unnecessary complications.
→ Overall vibe
This book had me giggling, kicking my feet, screaming into my pillow the entire time. The tension??? INSANE. The kind that keeps you hooked from start to finish without ever getting frustrating.
→ What I loved
The characters??? I’m in love. They feel alive, dynamic, and their chemistry is just… everything.
And one thing I appreciated so much: no unnecessary drama. Everything flows naturally, nothing feels forced, and it makes the story so much more enjoyable.
The pacing is also perfect. It’s fast, easy to read, but still really well built. Nothing feels rushed or empty.
→ This scene???
“– Where you see weakness, I see fire. And fire doesn’t need permission to burn, Fiona.
– Fire can also burn everything if you aren’t careful.
– Then let it burn. I would rather turn to ashes at your side than live without knowing your touch.”
The way I SCREAMED???
Malek… my man. My MAN.
→ And honestly
I have so many more quotes that made me freak out, giggle, bury my face in my pillow… but I won’t spoil anything. Just trust me on this.
→ I need more.
Like… I NEED MORE.
I would give anything for another book about Drak. I need to know who he ends up with. I need more of him.
And Kalisha??? My baby. She deserves everything. I need her HEA.
→ Overall
This was everything I want in a romantasy read: tension, characters, emotions, and zero unnecessary complications.
May 19, 2026
I couldn’t stop reading.
I was so hooked that even while I was working i couldn’t stop thinking about this book and what could happen and just praying for work to end so I could finish it.
The pacing was fantastic and the style of writing was easily digestible making it a quick read.
The story was so sweet and avoided tropes that often cause me a lot of frustration. For example the couple had good communication which prevented a lot of silly relationship drama which allowed us to really focus on the plot.
I would die for Malek and Fiona honestly.
I assume there will be more books and I would love to see a story focusing on our other side characters.
I really would love to see more about Drak, Kristen, Leone and Kalisha.
I was so hooked that even while I was working i couldn’t stop thinking about this book and what could happen and just praying for work to end so I could finish it.
The pacing was fantastic and the style of writing was easily digestible making it a quick read.
The story was so sweet and avoided tropes that often cause me a lot of frustration. For example the couple had good communication which prevented a lot of silly relationship drama which allowed us to really focus on the plot.
I would die for Malek and Fiona honestly.
I assume there will be more books and I would love to see a story focusing on our other side characters.
I really would love to see more about Drak, Kristen, Leone and Kalisha.
May 10, 2026
3.7 stars
If this book requires a trigger warning, then as a society we’re probably doomed — or you should stick to children’s books and fairy tales.
If you’re looking for a cute, sweet little orc romance, then this Shrek retelling is absolutely for you. For me, though, it was waaay too sappy and lovey-dovey. At times it bordered on cringe, and I found myself rolling my eyes and skipping pages. But that’s just me — I’m not really one for over-the-top affection and endless declarations of love. They make me feel physically sick.
That said, if you’re the complete opposite and adore soft, gushy romance, then dive in headfirst because you’ll probably eat this shit up.
I will say, though, that it made for a nice palate cleanser and a good break in between the heavy dark romances and massive fantasy series I usually gravitate towards.
One thing I personally hate in fantasy books is when another language is constantly used and you have to keep flipping to a glossary to figure out what the bloody hell a word means. It completely pulls me out of the story. Again though, that’s a personal preference rather than a criticism of the writing itself.
If this book requires a trigger warning, then as a society we’re probably doomed — or you should stick to children’s books and fairy tales.
If you’re looking for a cute, sweet little orc romance, then this Shrek retelling is absolutely for you. For me, though, it was waaay too sappy and lovey-dovey. At times it bordered on cringe, and I found myself rolling my eyes and skipping pages. But that’s just me — I’m not really one for over-the-top affection and endless declarations of love. They make me feel physically sick.
That said, if you’re the complete opposite and adore soft, gushy romance, then dive in headfirst because you’ll probably eat this shit up.
I will say, though, that it made for a nice palate cleanser and a good break in between the heavy dark romances and massive fantasy series I usually gravitate towards.
One thing I personally hate in fantasy books is when another language is constantly used and you have to keep flipping to a glossary to figure out what the bloody hell a word means. It completely pulls me out of the story. Again though, that’s a personal preference rather than a criticism of the writing itself.
May 19, 2026
Very easy and straightforward that it brought me out of the reading slump 😛
May 15, 2026
so. GOOD, JESUS CHRIST
My god that was a really good book, it had me giggling, furious and almost altogether in love with orcs.
My god that was a really good book, it had me giggling, furious and almost altogether in love with orcs.
May 12, 2026
Really enjoyed this book and will keep my eye out for more from this author
May 9, 2026
This was a quick and easy read - saw a tiktok about it - grabbed is from KU, finished it before bed.
I am a fan of Orc books and found this to be a fun take on the common lore behind them and a new world built with a Fae focus. I appreciate the time and effort of building a new language that is both referenced at the beginning in a glossary and throughout the book. The formula of this book was not surprising, but I still enjoyed the ride. The characters learn and grow as the story continues, and the romance/spice felt appropriate and earned when it happened. I do wish the end ~third of the story had felt as fleshed out as the romance and growth of the main characters - but appreciate the author including something other than just the 'romance' as a focus. Interested to see where the series goes and how the seeds of that overarching story hopefully plays out more fully.
I am a fan of Orc books and found this to be a fun take on the common lore behind them and a new world built with a Fae focus. I appreciate the time and effort of building a new language that is both referenced at the beginning in a glossary and throughout the book. The formula of this book was not surprising, but I still enjoyed the ride. The characters learn and grow as the story continues, and the romance/spice felt appropriate and earned when it happened. I do wish the end ~third of the story had felt as fleshed out as the romance and growth of the main characters - but appreciate the author including something other than just the 'romance' as a focus. Interested to see where the series goes and how the seeds of that overarching story hopefully plays out more fully.
May 22, 2026
Great fun
Couldn't put it down; there were times I did have to return to the language translation to figure out what was said sometimes but I still thoroughly enjoyed their world and language. Now I'm really hoping for future books cause I need more of this world and characters! I hope to see the brother, cousin, and friends story unfold!
Once there's a physical copy I'm definitely buying it.
Couldn't put it down; there were times I did have to return to the language translation to figure out what was said sometimes but I still thoroughly enjoyed their world and language. Now I'm really hoping for future books cause I need more of this world and characters! I hope to see the brother, cousin, and friends story unfold!
Once there's a physical copy I'm definitely buying it.
May 7, 2026
I liked it!
Easy calm read, finished it in a few hours. The story is cute he falls first and harder and I love that. Not too too much of a slow burn but sometimes you want more spice instead of burn anyways!
Easy calm read, finished it in a few hours. The story is cute he falls first and harder and I love that. Not too too much of a slow burn but sometimes you want more spice instead of burn anyways!
May 20, 2026
I ADORE THIS BOOK! I have absolutely no notes. This has become one of my all time favorite books and I absolutely devoured it! I will be buying a physical copy as soon as it comes out and I cannot wait for book 2!!
May 21, 2026
Cute! Inspired by Princess Fiona from Shrek. It was an enjoyable read, more like 3.5 stars but rounded down because there was a certain intensity in the storyline or chemistry between MCs that was missing for me but it was good
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