As Luck Would Have It

by Dria Andersen

285 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 22, 2026

About the author

Dria Andersen is a full-time photographer, mother of two, and lifelong storyteller. After the birth of her first child, she made a promise to pursue her dreams boldly-starting with writing the kinds of stories she always wanted to see in the world. That leap of faith became her debut novel, and she's been writing ever since.

Dria crafts love stories that center brown girls with heart, strength, and agency. Blending romance with elements of fantasy and wonder, her books invite readers into richly imagined worlds where anything is possible and everyone deserves a happy ending.

Reviews

[Castina · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5⭐️

ARC REVIEW

Dria, Dria, Dria!!! You definitely know how to hook me immediately. It was amazing seeing The Edward Brothers and their wives again. I always wondered who Lucky would end up with, and I am not disappointed at all.

I’ve never met an Ezra I didn’t love, and this one definitely held his weight! This story was filled with so much love and understanding, and I loved having an FMC who wasn’t afraid to push back and make sure he didn’t run. I loved them together and individually.

Highly recommend!!!

[Ashanti Burton · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐️. I ate Lucky & Ezra up! Love a good fated mates with opposites attract. Grumpy/sunshine. Found family. Light hearted moments. Betrayal. This was a good time. I would recommend and I hope to see the other siblings down the line.

[bree ✰ · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.25/5 stars ✨

[Ashley Woodley · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is phenomenal!!! Andersen is one of THEE BEST to write BLACK paranormal books. I feel so seen and intrigued. This novel definitely leaves you wanting more of almost every character in the book. It was comical, family oriented, full of betrayal and beautiful passion. I am glad to see the integration of characters from other novels as well. Its like a never ending journey and shows how small circles truly run.

Ezra and Lucky were definitely a defiant match made in heaven. What he need in softness she and her family were able to give! What she needed in intimacy and loyalty he gave with ease! They found each other in an unexpected way but I'm glad that Lucky didn't completely give up her life right away when she met her mate. I like how she let him know she can hold her own and allowed him to woo her. All women need proper courtship. I love how Ezra stood on business and was intentional on what he wanted right away. He gave her time to accept him and her new life and did not force her to give in.

Ezra is the new King of his family business with his siblings Ezekiel and Eve by his side. Even though his parents lacked a bond with the triplets, the siblings were inseparable. The lack of love from the triplets parents is hard to read, but it was amazing when they find warmth from Lucky and her family. Now that family dinner was everything!!! Ezra finds his mate, but is constantly worried about trying to protect her, his siblings, and himself from someone trying to bring his family down. I need the next book as soon as possible. I loved the siblings in this book so much, that I would not mind if they all got their own story.

[EricaLenise · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lucky and Ezra? Yeah, they were a good time.

This had so many things I love wrapped into one story. Fated mates. Opposites attract. Grumpy/sunshine energy. Found family. Little soft moments mixed in with betrayal and tension. It was such a good time.

What really worked for me was the connection between Lucky and Ezra. Their personalities balanced each other so well, and I enjoyed watching them figure each other out while all the chaos around them unfolded.

Now I will say the world building was HEAVY for about half the book. I understand why it was needed because there’s clearly a larger world and bigger setup happening, but at times it pulled me out of the actual story. I think I would’ve enjoyed it more if the information had been layered in a bit more naturally throughout instead of all at once.

Still, I really enjoyed myself and I definitely want stories for the other siblings because I’m nosy now

[LaTosha Webber · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love the connection and chemistry between Rah and Lucky. I enjoy the plot and the way Andersen is expanding this world. I always enjoy the low angst in the romance aspect of her shifter and the way they act as humans. I could definitely stand to see them in there in their animal more often and making that more apart of the story but it’s not something I’m overly invested in. In this story I felt like we got so much of Lucky’s family I would have enjoyed seeing the triplets working together a little more they were entertaining when they were “off their leash” and I felt like the relationship with his parents was to unresolved. I also was a little thrown off on the way the guild was structured. It was a little confusing. Overall I always love the giddiness I feel reading her books and how Ezra carries the same BDE just in a refined sort of way.

[Ebony Essence · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 - Thank you Dria for my ARC.

Dria be writing some gangsta big boss a$$ ish!!! This universe and the plot around it is amazing. Absolutely love me some Ezra and Lucky. Their chemistry is so fun, romantic and electric. Rah is THAT MAN!! He doesn’t play about nothing he loves. His siblings (Easy and Eve) are just as unhinged. I need more of them. Matter of fact the way Eve and Lucky get down are my type of girls. Take no bs! Lucky’s family is night and day from Ezra’s. The way they were with Ezra and his siblings is something i wish they experienced from their own blood. Dria shifters are so breathtaking in how she describes and let them be.

[Chardajah · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was good

I’ve been craving a book that not only paranormal with shifters, but give you that urban fiction feel and this do not disappoint

Ezra and Lucky was so cute I love how they communicate with each other and reassure each other anytime something happened that they felt like could pull them apart from each other.

I honestly was expecting the parents to be behind the stuff with Ezra’s granddaddy

I love how Lucky’s family stood up for Ezra and his siblings and really adopted them into the family because God knows them triplet needed it.
Looking for some more books in this series

[Lala · Rating 5 out of 5]

Arc Review!!
Listen! Oakridge is old money, and your enemies are much closer than you think. Ezra, being the HNIC, was a heavy stepper as the Ace, and once he saw his Princess, he played no games. Lucky is the perfect match for Ezra she’s daring, bold, thoughtful, and has an amazing family. I hope Eve and Easy get their stories, because we have a lot to unpack with their trifling parents. Assassin shifters with BDE had me sold.

[Courtnee Howell · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Best!

Lucky Bryant is aptly named, and won’t take anyone seriously if he’s not her mate. Ezra Kaine is a beast in a business suit, but he’d give it all up for Lucky. Good thing he don’t have to.

I greatly enjoyed this book and am looking forward to the rest of the series. Whether that be the other Aces or Ezra’s siblings, I’m here for it.

If you like, soulmates, shifters, criminal organizations, and smut, this is for you.

[JackeeisBusyReading · Rating 5 out of 5]

oh the Aces about to give something

I enjoyed this story toooo much.
Ezra immediately applied pressure to Lucky. He treated his princess exactly as he should have. I’m glad Lucky let go and leaned into love.

[Meka · Rating 5 out of 5]

Yes Ma'am

I love this book the family get together was off the chain. I'm ready for the next book. Can't wait for the next Ace

[Bobbie Clemons · Rating 5 out of 5]

she did it again!

Dria
You are a fantastic writer. I hate when a new book comes out because i know i wont sleep until im finished. Cannot wait til your hext book. Peace

[Cassandra Jerido · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book!

I love Lucky and Ezra together! Their bond came across as truly genuine. Their chemistry together blazed through the pages. Great job Dria!