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My fated mate is a prince. Can I truly be his princess?
After watching my friends find bliss with their gorgeous alien mates, I’ve secretly been hoping the same thing would happen to me.
Still, when Prince Khrelan singles me out and invites me to stay in his palace so he can learn more about the human race, I’m terrified. He’s commanding, powerful, and insanely handsome—and he’s skeptical of the mate bond between Kalixians and humans.
He wants to prove the bond isn’t real. It’s my job to convince him it is.
But when chemistry flares between us like wildfire, it may be more than we can resist…
Even if neither of us is ready for what it could mean.
Bound is a full-length standalone sci-fi romance featuring hot alien gladiators with huge… horns, a sweet heroine with a backbone, and a sexy prince who can’t resist her.
If you like hot aliens, sweeping adventure, and steamy romance, you’ll love this series. No cheating, no cliffhanger, and a happily ever after guaranteed!
Note: each book in the series can be read as a standalone, but for maximum enjoyment, it’s recommended that the series be read in order.
Fated Mates of the Kalixian Warriors series:
Book 1: Claimed (Rose and Tordax)
Book 2: Stolen (Harper and Malav)
Book 3: Rescued (Autumn and Sorsir)
Book 4: Bound (Emma and Khrelan)
Book 5: Broken (Jade and Brele)
Book 6: TBA (Lucy and Tycran)
After watching my friends find bliss with their gorgeous alien mates, I’ve secretly been hoping the same thing would happen to me.
Still, when Prince Khrelan singles me out and invites me to stay in his palace so he can learn more about the human race, I’m terrified. He’s commanding, powerful, and insanely handsome—and he’s skeptical of the mate bond between Kalixians and humans.
He wants to prove the bond isn’t real. It’s my job to convince him it is.
But when chemistry flares between us like wildfire, it may be more than we can resist…
Even if neither of us is ready for what it could mean.
Bound is a full-length standalone sci-fi romance featuring hot alien gladiators with huge… horns, a sweet heroine with a backbone, and a sexy prince who can’t resist her.
If you like hot aliens, sweeping adventure, and steamy romance, you’ll love this series. No cheating, no cliffhanger, and a happily ever after guaranteed!
Note: each book in the series can be read as a standalone, but for maximum enjoyment, it’s recommended that the series be read in order.
Fated Mates of the Kalixian Warriors series:
Book 1: Claimed (Rose and Tordax)
Book 2: Stolen (Harper and Malav)
Book 3: Rescued (Autumn and Sorsir)
Book 4: Bound (Emma and Khrelan)
Book 5: Broken (Jade and Brele)
Book 6: TBA (Lucy and Tycran)
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First published August 14, 2020
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November 4, 2022
Her Alien Prince!
The following ratings are out of 5:
Romance: 💚🖤💙❤️
Heat/Steam: 🔥🔥
Story/Plot: 📕📗📙
World building: 🌏🌍🌎🌏
Character development: ☹️🙃☺️🥰
Narrator(s): 🎙🎙🎙
Narration Type: Dual Narration
Emma and Prince Khrelan - Emma was sold to aliens by her government in exchange for alien technology. Along with the other women that were sold, they were rescued by Kalixian warriors, another race of aliens, that are more humanoid. That is aside from their golden bronze skin and horns. Though Emma didn’t have a great life on Earth and was working herself to the bone for a tiny apartment and just trying to make ends meet.
So when they are taken to Kalix and put up at a fancy apartment at no charge while the prince decides what to do with the women, which is made harder by the fact that some of them have mated to Kalixians, Emma doesn’t mind at all and hopes they can stay. She likes the Kalixians she has met and it seems that the fact that some have mated to humans and at least one of the women is pregnant, this seems to be the solution that works best for both races. Especially since the Kalixian females have mostly died out.
So when Prince Khrelan asks Emma to stay at the palace in order to learn more about humans and make a more informed decision, Emma has no choice to go. She had seen the prince once before and liked how handsome and strong he was. He was orphaned at twelve and became the ruler, he can’t be crowned King until he mates.
Khrelan and Emma discover very quickly that they are fated mates. However, the prince is advised soon after that his world is in turmoil. Some of the men thinking that the females from Earth are the solution to their problems and the saviors of the race, while others think that mixing the two races dilutes their own and it is better to die out gracefully than to weaken their race by mixing with humans. So the prince is determined to stay away from Emma. Of course he can’t seem to do that no matter how hard he tries.
The book is told in dual points of view via dual narration. It was narrated by Meg Price and C.J. Grey. Meg does a good job and I actually like her ‘male’ voice better than her ‘female’ voice which sounds a tiny bit whiny. C.J. Grey is great and has a deep masculine voice which is perfect for the Prince. The story in this book wasn’t my favorite, I guess I didn’t like all the politics and the detractors. Though I loved that Prince Khrelan stands up for his woman like he does.
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The following ratings are out of 5:
Romance: 💚🖤💙❤️
Heat/Steam: 🔥🔥
Story/Plot: 📕📗📙
World building: 🌏🌍🌎🌏
Character development: ☹️🙃☺️🥰
Narrator(s): 🎙🎙🎙
Narration Type: Dual Narration
Emma and Prince Khrelan - Emma was sold to aliens by her government in exchange for alien technology. Along with the other women that were sold, they were rescued by Kalixian warriors, another race of aliens, that are more humanoid. That is aside from their golden bronze skin and horns. Though Emma didn’t have a great life on Earth and was working herself to the bone for a tiny apartment and just trying to make ends meet.
So when they are taken to Kalix and put up at a fancy apartment at no charge while the prince decides what to do with the women, which is made harder by the fact that some of them have mated to Kalixians, Emma doesn’t mind at all and hopes they can stay. She likes the Kalixians she has met and it seems that the fact that some have mated to humans and at least one of the women is pregnant, this seems to be the solution that works best for both races. Especially since the Kalixian females have mostly died out.
So when Prince Khrelan asks Emma to stay at the palace in order to learn more about humans and make a more informed decision, Emma has no choice to go. She had seen the prince once before and liked how handsome and strong he was. He was orphaned at twelve and became the ruler, he can’t be crowned King until he mates.
Khrelan and Emma discover very quickly that they are fated mates. However, the prince is advised soon after that his world is in turmoil. Some of the men thinking that the females from Earth are the solution to their problems and the saviors of the race, while others think that mixing the two races dilutes their own and it is better to die out gracefully than to weaken their race by mixing with humans. So the prince is determined to stay away from Emma. Of course he can’t seem to do that no matter how hard he tries.
The book is told in dual points of view via dual narration. It was narrated by Meg Price and C.J. Grey. Meg does a good job and I actually like her ‘male’ voice better than her ‘female’ voice which sounds a tiny bit whiny. C.J. Grey is great and has a deep masculine voice which is perfect for the Prince. The story in this book wasn’t my favorite, I guess I didn’t like all the politics and the detractors. Though I loved that Prince Khrelan stands up for his woman like he does.
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November 11, 2022
Even though this one is a bit lovey dovey, I enjoyed it. IDK. lol Emma is a shy give that is chosen by the king to stay by his side so he can learn the human ways. She happens to be his fated mate and the alien race is safe from extinction. xD
May 26, 2021
This was alright. I guess I just didn't feel the stakes or understand their reasons for denying the romance in the beginning.
Everything just felt too easy, and I pretty much skimmed the 2nd half. I love Presley Hall though so I won't hold it against her and will definitely continue the series.
Everything just felt too easy, and I pretty much skimmed the 2nd half. I love Presley Hall though so I won't hold it against her and will definitely continue the series.
January 16, 2021
A very good Alien Romance series. Each book is better than the previous one.
December 22, 2020
I have practically binge on this series. Very entertaining and sexy. My favorite part? These women aren’t damsel on distress, they each bring an interesting flavor to each love story. I like it.
September 15, 2024
**4/5 stars**
Now that the Kalixian warriors have returned to Kalix with the women and the news that they can form mate bonds with them, the population is sharply divided. Some are open to the idea of bonding with other species, while others, clinging to traditional values, would prefer to see the Kalixian race die out with honor rather than dilute their strong blood by mixing with what they view as weaker species. Prince Khrelan is also skeptical about the bond, but as the leader, he remains impartial and seeks to learn more about the human women. He chooses Emma among all the women, and asks her to stay with him at the palace to help him understand human ways. It soon becomes clear that his interest in Emma goes beyond curiosity—she is his Irisa, his fated mate. However, he can't accept the bond, given the intense debate surrounding it. But how long can he keep Emma away when she is constantly on his mind?
Definitely the strongest installment so far. It managed to address political elements without becoming too political, which I appreciated. I’m glad that not all the Kalixians were immediately on board with the idea of human women living on the planet, fated mates or not. The presence of dissent and concern among the population added a nice layer of depth to the situation, making it feel more nuanced and realistic.
I liked Emma a lot. Even in the previous books, she came across as sweet. She’s the shy and clumsy girl who prefers books over people. Having spent her life immersed in stories of adventures and romances, she now finds herself living one and has no desire to return to Earth. Unlike the other women, she would gladly embrace the mate bond if it were to happen to her, as the idea of being loved and cared for resonates deeply with her. When she discovers that her fated mate is Prince Khrelan, she can't help but question her worthiness to stand by his side, especially since he seems to keep his distance from her.
As for Khrelan, he initially seems cold, but it doesn’t take long for him to become entranced by Emma's presence. He is serious and deeply committed to the well-being of his Kingdom, always striving for the best for everyone. Despite his stern exterior, he proves to be sweet and protective of Emma. He acknowledges that she is his mate, but he also has a Kingdom to rule, duties, and a lot on his shoulders. And no matter the distance he tries to put between him and Emma, he never treats her badly. He's always caring and respectful, and very much attracted to her.
I really liked both of them, and I think they make a great couple. The development of their intimacy is a bit of a slow burn, but I believe it’s worth the wait. Not every interaction between them is driven by lust, which is refreshing. Their genuine care for each other unfolds gradually throughout the story, as they grow closer and contemplate their future together, exploring what the fated mate bond might ultimately bring them. I'm also surprised that I didn't feel annoyed at the distance Khrelan tried to put between him and Emma. I think that, as the Prince, the leader, it made sense for him to at least attempt at being impartial.
✔️HFN
✔️Standalone Part of a series
✔️Dual POV
✔️Dual Virgins
✔️Fated Mates
✔️Push and Pull
✔️Slow burn
✔️Serious/ Protective H
✔️Sweet/ Clumsy/ Strong h
✔️No OW/OM
✔️No cheating
🔥 Steam level: 2/5
⚡Content warning
I believe this series has a main plot that will chronologically develop with each installment, so you probably want to read them all in order.
Now that the Kalixian warriors have returned to Kalix with the women and the news that they can form mate bonds with them, the population is sharply divided. Some are open to the idea of bonding with other species, while others, clinging to traditional values, would prefer to see the Kalixian race die out with honor rather than dilute their strong blood by mixing with what they view as weaker species. Prince Khrelan is also skeptical about the bond, but as the leader, he remains impartial and seeks to learn more about the human women. He chooses Emma among all the women, and asks her to stay with him at the palace to help him understand human ways. It soon becomes clear that his interest in Emma goes beyond curiosity—she is his Irisa, his fated mate. However, he can't accept the bond, given the intense debate surrounding it. But how long can he keep Emma away when she is constantly on his mind?
Definitely the strongest installment so far. It managed to address political elements without becoming too political, which I appreciated. I’m glad that not all the Kalixians were immediately on board with the idea of human women living on the planet, fated mates or not. The presence of dissent and concern among the population added a nice layer of depth to the situation, making it feel more nuanced and realistic.
I’m more the kind of person who considers it a victory when I manage to walk in a straight line without tripping over my own feet.-Emma
I liked Emma a lot. Even in the previous books, she came across as sweet. She’s the shy and clumsy girl who prefers books over people. Having spent her life immersed in stories of adventures and romances, she now finds herself living one and has no desire to return to Earth. Unlike the other women, she would gladly embrace the mate bond if it were to happen to her, as the idea of being loved and cared for resonates deeply with her. When she discovers that her fated mate is Prince Khrelan, she can't help but question her worthiness to stand by his side, especially since he seems to keep his distance from her.
I want her desperately. I want to claim her. To make her mine. And then it hits me, as I stare at her, trying to think past the fog of desire and the painful ache of my cock. I realize, in a flash of understanding, what’s come over me—something I’ve never felt and never thought I would feel. This woman, this small, shy, human woman… is my Irisa.-Khrelan
As for Khrelan, he initially seems cold, but it doesn’t take long for him to become entranced by Emma's presence. He is serious and deeply committed to the well-being of his Kingdom, always striving for the best for everyone. Despite his stern exterior, he proves to be sweet and protective of Emma. He acknowledges that she is his mate, but he also has a Kingdom to rule, duties, and a lot on his shoulders. And no matter the distance he tries to put between him and Emma, he never treats her badly. He's always caring and respectful, and very much attracted to her.
I have to resist the mate bond with Emma. Irisa or no, she presents a significant distraction, one that I can scarcely afford right now. I need my judgement to be clear, to make a fair decision about what is best for my people. The future of our entire species hangs in the balance, and I must remain unbiased, unswayed by emotion or desire. I may have found my Irisa. But I can’t be with her.-Khrelan
I really liked both of them, and I think they make a great couple. The development of their intimacy is a bit of a slow burn, but I believe it’s worth the wait. Not every interaction between them is driven by lust, which is refreshing. Their genuine care for each other unfolds gradually throughout the story, as they grow closer and contemplate their future together, exploring what the fated mate bond might ultimately bring them. I'm also surprised that I didn't feel annoyed at the distance Khrelan tried to put between him and Emma. I think that, as the Prince, the leader, it made sense for him to at least attempt at being impartial.
✔️HFN
✔️Standalone Part of a series
✔️Dual POV
✔️Dual Virgins
✔️Fated Mates
✔️Push and Pull
✔️Slow burn
✔️Serious/ Protective H
✔️Sweet/ Clumsy/ Strong h
✔️No OW/OM
✔️No cheating
🔥 Steam level: 2/5
⚡Content warning
I believe this series has a main plot that will chronologically develop with each installment, so you probably want to read them all in order.
Fated Mates of the Kalixian Warriors Series
1. Claimed - 2. Stolen
3. Rescued - 4. Bound*
5. Broken - 6. Consumed
7. Damaged - 8. Tempted
9. Tamed - 10. Pursued
11. Possessed
August 23, 2020
OMG those Kalixians. So alpha, so hot. Emma and Prince Khrelan instantly recognize the mate bond but neither wants to admit it. Really good story.
April 8, 2021
This book and the 2nd are for now the most I liked from the series.
I have to say I like the pace and background. As every book in some way interconnect with each other and is easily to follow even If you dont read all in the series.
Emma and the prince are cute, I don't see lot of chemistry as in the others books... but i finished it so is a good signal.
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SAFE BOOK!
I have to say I like the pace and background. As every book in some way interconnect with each other and is easily to follow even If you dont read all in the series.
Emma and the prince are cute, I don't see lot of chemistry as in the others books... but i finished it so is a good signal.
More in the tags.
SAFE BOOK!
December 12, 2021
4.5 stars
The planet Kalix and its people are going to be changing and I'm excited to see what comes next.
The planet Kalix and its people are going to be changing and I'm excited to see what comes next.
August 24, 2020
4&1\2 satisfying 🌟's
Khrelan, is the crown Prince of his people and a warrior in his own right. He had the responsibility of leadership thrust upon him at the tender age of 12 when his whole world went to hell in a handbasket. He has always put his people and the duty of being a king before his own wants and needs. It is also his decision whether or not the Earth women who have created mate bonds with his warriors get to stay and become part of his worlds society. Just like any where there are people for and against the change the Earth women represent. Emma is the most shy and reserved of the Earth ladies abducted and rescued by the Kalixian warriors. She didn't believe in the mate bond at first, but watching some of her fellow Earth women become bonded has convinced her. So !ugh so that she longs for that connection her self. Both her parents are gone and she's a bit of an introvert with one best friend she truly misses. She of all the women is asked by the Prince to teach and you earth and it's customs. The mission it's their eyes meets and their hands touch the mate bond springs to life with a passion that blazes bright. Both try and deny what they know to be true. One out of duty and the other who doesn't believe they are worthy. Together they begin to build bridges that will unite two people and five a love beyond anything either could ever imagine. This was a terrific book and excellent addition to the series. 💖I'm always left wanting more and can't wait for the next in the series to arrive! Highly recommend 💖💖💖💖💖
Khrelan, is the crown Prince of his people and a warrior in his own right. He had the responsibility of leadership thrust upon him at the tender age of 12 when his whole world went to hell in a handbasket. He has always put his people and the duty of being a king before his own wants and needs. It is also his decision whether or not the Earth women who have created mate bonds with his warriors get to stay and become part of his worlds society. Just like any where there are people for and against the change the Earth women represent. Emma is the most shy and reserved of the Earth ladies abducted and rescued by the Kalixian warriors. She didn't believe in the mate bond at first, but watching some of her fellow Earth women become bonded has convinced her. So !ugh so that she longs for that connection her self. Both her parents are gone and she's a bit of an introvert with one best friend she truly misses. She of all the women is asked by the Prince to teach and you earth and it's customs. The mission it's their eyes meets and their hands touch the mate bond springs to life with a passion that blazes bright. Both try and deny what they know to be true. One out of duty and the other who doesn't believe they are worthy. Together they begin to build bridges that will unite two people and five a love beyond anything either could ever imagine. This was a terrific book and excellent addition to the series. 💖I'm always left wanting more and can't wait for the next in the series to arrive! Highly recommend 💖💖💖💖💖
August 5, 2020
Presley Hall’s sci-fi narrative of sweet, shy Emma and the very serious, almost withdrawn, definitely subdued Prince Khrelan is part of an ongoing series entitled Bound: A Sci-Fi Alien Romance (Fated Mates of the Kalixian Warriors). This book is the fourth one in the sequence, and while not my favorite because books one and two claim that right, it was a good read. Emma, a kidnap/rescue victim, has caught the eye of the prince of Kalixia who invites her to his palace to “teach” him about earthlings or the Terran people. He does not accept/believe in the fated bonding of his race with Earth people. Needless to say, they are attracted to each other, and though he fights it (he still doesn’t believe it’s in the best interest of his people), he is powerless against the fated mate bond. The book is a delightful telling of the push (because of his responsibilities) and pull (because of attraction) of two people trying to take care of and represent those of a planet. This account contains less danger than books one and two, and I never got that intense feeling of being on the edge of my seat. Even when they fought off the Orkuns (again), I never got the sense that they would fail though they were outnumbered. The one villain, who falsely lured Emma into his research lab, I believe, will return because by Kalixian law, Khrelan could not kill him. There is lots of sex and lots of intense personal feelings as readers learn about this alien race and enjoy seeing Emma get her Cinderella life. In defense of the four-star rating, excellent romantic stories should have a healthy balance of sex and life’s obstacles (danger). This tale was sexually one sided, which isn’t all bad, but booklovers will definitely be prepared for two pages of fairytale and five pages of lovemaking. Who knows, readers might even learn something, but a balance and surprises and a little tension created by the unknown/unexpected keeps most people much more interested. All in all, it was an enjoyable account of Emma and Prince Khrelan’s meeting, bonding, and life, and if bookworms have a lazy afternoon, this paperback or e-book is the one to peruse.
September 23, 2020
What happens when a Prince who was never supposed to be King meets his Queen? Highly recommend this series!
Written for mature readers only (18+ years old) due to subject matter that may be a trigger or offensive to some including adult language sporadically, adult intimate scenes and violence.
This story is part of an alien warrior series and should be read in series order for maximum reader satisfaction and to prevent spoilers.
Emma and Khrelen’s story is well written with defined characters and story universe. While it has the potential to be dark somehow Presley Hall makes it feel almost light with messages of acceptance. Something that feels sorely missing from the real world at times, so it was a good way to lose myself in fantasy for a few hours of time.
Here is a little bit of how the story begins:
They both are inexperienced in the ways of true intimacy and relationships. Emma has been envious of the bond she seen other females experience with the Kalixian warriors, wanting to meet her own fated mate, but never fully thinking that she would ever be someone’s Irisa. She is shy and an introvert, always wanting to stay out of the spotlight.
Khrelen is the Prince of the Kalixian people and must always make the best decision for his people. When his elite warriors returned to them after many years of fighting they didn’t come alone. Now he needs to make a decision as to whether or not to “bless” these bonds and find a way for Terra females to assimilate into their society, or disavow them and decide what to do with them. Either way he will face civil unrest.
First off though, Khrelen has doubts that the bond and pull between humans and Kalixians is as strong as it would be between two Kalixians. Then he sees Emma for the first time when a group of humans and a few of his elite warriors come to speak with him about human females.
He knows that some of his people are against the bonded mates due to fear that the supposedly inferior Terra females will weaken the Kalixian genes. Khrelen feels like he needs information so he asks Emma to stay at the palace and educate him about humans so he can make the best decision for his people.
Then after a small tour of the palace gardens Emma slips into a fountain and springs out soaked head to toe ... while she fascinated him from the beginning, need like he has never felt in his life slams into Khrelen. Then he realizes that Emma may be his Irisa ...
I am going to stop here so I don’t accidentally provide any spoilers.
Written for mature readers only (18+ years old) due to subject matter that may be a trigger or offensive to some including adult language sporadically, adult intimate scenes and violence.
This story is part of an alien warrior series and should be read in series order for maximum reader satisfaction and to prevent spoilers.
Emma and Khrelen’s story is well written with defined characters and story universe. While it has the potential to be dark somehow Presley Hall makes it feel almost light with messages of acceptance. Something that feels sorely missing from the real world at times, so it was a good way to lose myself in fantasy for a few hours of time.
Here is a little bit of how the story begins:
They both are inexperienced in the ways of true intimacy and relationships. Emma has been envious of the bond she seen other females experience with the Kalixian warriors, wanting to meet her own fated mate, but never fully thinking that she would ever be someone’s Irisa. She is shy and an introvert, always wanting to stay out of the spotlight.
Khrelen is the Prince of the Kalixian people and must always make the best decision for his people. When his elite warriors returned to them after many years of fighting they didn’t come alone. Now he needs to make a decision as to whether or not to “bless” these bonds and find a way for Terra females to assimilate into their society, or disavow them and decide what to do with them. Either way he will face civil unrest.
First off though, Khrelen has doubts that the bond and pull between humans and Kalixians is as strong as it would be between two Kalixians. Then he sees Emma for the first time when a group of humans and a few of his elite warriors come to speak with him about human females.
He knows that some of his people are against the bonded mates due to fear that the supposedly inferior Terra females will weaken the Kalixian genes. Khrelen feels like he needs information so he asks Emma to stay at the palace and educate him about humans so he can make the best decision for his people.
Then after a small tour of the palace gardens Emma slips into a fountain and springs out soaked head to toe ... while she fascinated him from the beginning, need like he has never felt in his life slams into Khrelen. Then he realizes that Emma may be his Irisa ...
I am going to stop here so I don’t accidentally provide any spoilers.
June 27, 2022
I thought this book was more enjoyable than the first book I read in this series. I wasn't super invested in reading this series in order and I'm glad I didn't cause I ended up enjoying the Prince's and Emma's book more than I thought I would.
A quick and easy read. Aliens, insta-love/soulmates, explicit sex scenes, lots of heated stares and longing touches tempered with restraint and duty.
Khrelan is a prince of a dying race. He has a duty to uphold the traditions of his people and to try and find the best course of action. I appreciated that he had more restraint than Tordax and that led to the readers seeing an actual relationship blossom between him and Emma that wasn't just about sex. We also got to know more about the Kalixian race and get to see their home world, so far so good.
Emma was.. cute. She wasn't necessarily a warrior or queen material, I wish she was a little less timid and a little more.. queenly? but she wasn't as wishywashy as Rose so that made her a little more likeable.
My one complaint.. who the f would rather 'die purely' than allow the younger generation to intermix? what a stupid conflict. I'm sorry! but whether it was "allowed" or not, there were already 3 mated pairs! within their military no less! What are they gonna do, ostracize their military leaders?? lol i doubt it. There's nothing really stopping the young males from going out and getting mates cause the older generation needs their strength for protection more than the younger generation needs them. They hold all the cards! What if they just said fuck it, I'm leaving with my wife and child you can go fight the aliens yourselves you selfish prick. Like, really. How selfish you gotta be to say that everyone younger than you should die rather than find happiness and have children, even mixed raced children. life moves on and so should they. I can't believe this was even a discussion lol so dumb.
A quick and easy read. Aliens, insta-love/soulmates, explicit sex scenes, lots of heated stares and longing touches tempered with restraint and duty.
Khrelan is a prince of a dying race. He has a duty to uphold the traditions of his people and to try and find the best course of action. I appreciated that he had more restraint than Tordax and that led to the readers seeing an actual relationship blossom between him and Emma that wasn't just about sex. We also got to know more about the Kalixian race and get to see their home world, so far so good.
Emma was.. cute. She wasn't necessarily a warrior or queen material, I wish she was a little less timid and a little more.. queenly? but she wasn't as wishywashy as Rose so that made her a little more likeable.
My one complaint.. who the f would rather 'die purely' than allow the younger generation to intermix? what a stupid conflict. I'm sorry! but whether it was "allowed" or not, there were already 3 mated pairs! within their military no less! What are they gonna do, ostracize their military leaders?? lol i doubt it. There's nothing really stopping the young males from going out and getting mates cause the older generation needs their strength for protection more than the younger generation needs them. They hold all the cards! What if they just said fuck it, I'm leaving with my wife and child you can go fight the aliens yourselves you selfish prick. Like, really. How selfish you gotta be to say that everyone younger than you should die rather than find happiness and have children, even mixed raced children. life moves on and so should they. I can't believe this was even a discussion lol so dumb.
January 17, 2023
I hate to knock this series since I am flying through it at record pace, but I keep finding annoying little things that drop stars from my review. I debated only giving this book 3* as it was my least favorite of the series so far. I was looking forward to Emma & the Prince’s story but it was just a little bleh.
Emma’s personality shifted throughout the book, which is a bit annoying. She started as a quiet librarian who was so introverted she had no one in her life that might miss her. She questioned her ability to lead as queen and I did too. By the end of the book she was a complete badass, killing bad guys and saving her people, which just didn’t match her church mouse personality.
Like previous books, there were unbelievable and questionable quirks in the story that I found annoying. In this one, we have a ruler of an ENTIRE PLANET, hopping into his own fighter ship to battle the bad guys right next to the planet’s elite alpha squad. Think leader of a country battles next to top Army rangers/ Navy seals/etc. There is no backup leader or replacement plan in place so if the guy died in battle, the planet would no longer have a leader at all. Just sounds like bad planning to me, lol.
I also felt like there was WAY too much inner dialogue while Emma contemplates becoming ‘royalty’ and mate of a Prince, when she has to step up to save the elders against 2 Orkun baddies, and again when she is being crowned Queen. I get it, the girl just didn’t feel worthy, but her self-doubt made me seriously think she might not be right for the job either. She has pages of inner dialogue, pepping herself up, before each and every decision, which was just exhausting IMO.
I was planning to quit the series after Emma’s book but it looks like the next one might be more of what I’m looking for. Tough and strong female meets misunderstood wild mountain man. Maybe he won’t ask 100 times if every touch is ok. I mean these are some pretty lame & passive ‘alpha warriors’. If verbal consent is important to you, this book is for you, lol. I personally just find it as exhausting as Emma’s inner dialogue.
Emma’s personality shifted throughout the book, which is a bit annoying. She started as a quiet librarian who was so introverted she had no one in her life that might miss her. She questioned her ability to lead as queen and I did too. By the end of the book she was a complete badass, killing bad guys and saving her people, which just didn’t match her church mouse personality.
Like previous books, there were unbelievable and questionable quirks in the story that I found annoying. In this one, we have a ruler of an ENTIRE PLANET, hopping into his own fighter ship to battle the bad guys right next to the planet’s elite alpha squad. Think leader of a country battles next to top Army rangers/ Navy seals/etc. There is no backup leader or replacement plan in place so if the guy died in battle, the planet would no longer have a leader at all. Just sounds like bad planning to me, lol.
I also felt like there was WAY too much inner dialogue while Emma contemplates becoming ‘royalty’ and mate of a Prince, when she has to step up to save the elders against 2 Orkun baddies, and again when she is being crowned Queen. I get it, the girl just didn’t feel worthy, but her self-doubt made me seriously think she might not be right for the job either. She has pages of inner dialogue, pepping herself up, before each and every decision, which was just exhausting IMO.
I was planning to quit the series after Emma’s book but it looks like the next one might be more of what I’m looking for. Tough and strong female meets misunderstood wild mountain man. Maybe he won’t ask 100 times if every touch is ok. I mean these are some pretty lame & passive ‘alpha warriors’. If verbal consent is important to you, this book is for you, lol. I personally just find it as exhausting as Emma’s inner dialogue.
August 15, 2020
This is the fourth book in the Kalixian warrior series. In this book, the Kalixian warriors and the human women they’ve rescued have finally made their way back to the warrior’s home planet of Kalix. The three couples that found their way to each other and mated in the previous books as well as the rest of the unmated human women have settled on Kalix.
The Kalixian species believe in fated mates. That one being that the Universe created just for you; the other half of your soul and the one with whom you can share all facets of yourself. But these human women, rescued from the Orkun by the Kalixian warriors, are the first non-Kalixian females that have ever been able to mate bond with Kalixian males! What does this mean for the future of the Kalixian race? Crown Prince Khrelan must determine if these mate bonds are, in fact, as real as the bonds that can exist between two Kalixians.
Now as the mated and unmated human women meet the rest of the Kalixian people they must find a way to prove themselves to Kalixian society and their Crown Prince. For the sake of both their races.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
The Kalixian species believe in fated mates. That one being that the Universe created just for you; the other half of your soul and the one with whom you can share all facets of yourself. But these human women, rescued from the Orkun by the Kalixian warriors, are the first non-Kalixian females that have ever been able to mate bond with Kalixian males! What does this mean for the future of the Kalixian race? Crown Prince Khrelan must determine if these mate bonds are, in fact, as real as the bonds that can exist between two Kalixians.
Now as the mated and unmated human women meet the rest of the Kalixian people they must find a way to prove themselves to Kalixian society and their Crown Prince. For the sake of both their races.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
December 27, 2020
A sweetly addictive story to add to this series! Reading Emma and the Prince's story was a slow burn to a fantastic love story. Emma is a character that is easy to connect with, she is shy and holds herself back from standing out from the crowd. Her backstory trickles in slowly and she ends up being a character that you want to see find her happy ending. The Prince has so much going on and his decisions are all about working for the good of his people and doing the right thing. There's a mystery that never gets addressed, so I guess it's the thread that leads to the next book Broken, which I really am reading next, lol, because I love this writer's style and this story arc of this series and I want answers to my questions! The action builds slowly, but when it hits, it hits like a tsunami, with hot Irisa connection and a return of the slavers. This book could be read as a stand-alone, I have been reading them out of order and I get what's going on, but it might be better to read them in order. Whichever way you roll, I think you'll enjoy reading these stories as much as I did, just based on the ease of reading, the writing style, and the content.
November 21, 2021
Emma has watched two of her friends find happiness with an alien and has been secretly hoping for something similar for herself, but when Prince Khrelan singles her out and invites her to stay at the palace so he can learn more about the human race she is terrified. He is commanding, powerful and very handsome plus he is very sceptical of the mate bond between a human and a Kalaxian. It seems that his job is to prove that the bond isn't real and her job is to prove to him that it is, although when the chemistry between them flares it might prove to be far more than they can resist. Are they ready for what it could mean?
I enjoyed this story where they tried really hard to resist the express train that is the mate bond between a Kalaxian and his mate. I loved the way he tried to understand the culture of humans and the planet Earth as well as the fact that Emma was also able to understand more of the culture of Kalaxians. The final conclusion and the way that Emma really came into her own and became fitting of the title of queen. Easy to read and understand and enjoyable to read. Contains explicit sexual content.
I enjoyed this story where they tried really hard to resist the express train that is the mate bond between a Kalaxian and his mate. I loved the way he tried to understand the culture of humans and the planet Earth as well as the fact that Emma was also able to understand more of the culture of Kalaxians. The final conclusion and the way that Emma really came into her own and became fitting of the title of queen. Easy to read and understand and enjoyable to read. Contains explicit sexual content.
September 6, 2020
I had been waiting for this book since the very beginning! And I was not disappointed! In comparison with the previous books, the first half of this story is really fast-paced and Emma and Khrelan get into hot action almost immediately. I loved the scene with the fountain, lol. Emma is really sweet and caring, and eager to explain the human ways to Khrelan in order to make him see the relationships between their species in a positive way. Albeit, she is really clumsy! :D Khrelan, on the other hand, is a prince/king, so he is disciplined, just, always seeking to hear the views of all parties before making a decision, but he is lonely... The second half of the book is slow-paced, and we get to see how Emma is being accepted slowly as the future queen by the Kalixians and how she helps during the evasion. I am waiting -not so patiently- for the next book and the story of Khrelan's brother! Presley certainly picked our interest by not sharing much information about him and what he did in the past!
I received this book as a FREE ARC copy to read and I voluntarily leave this review
I received this book as a FREE ARC copy to read and I voluntarily leave this review
September 9, 2020
Filled with exciting passion and excitement
This addition to the Khalaxian series was such an amazingly awesome story! We finally are able to get to know more about the Prince of Kalix, Khrelan! And what an extremely passionate, romantic prince is he!?!?!
Prince Khrelan is stern but has good intentions for his people. But, now that their women have been demolished and the chances of child bearing taken away, leaving their race on the brink of extinction, he has a difficult decision to make for the future of his people. With the mate bonds that have transpired with a few of his Warriors, he is in need of getting to know a Terran women better and chooses Emma.
Emma is a quiet, shy female that has been hoping and wishing that one of the Khalaxian men would choose her or show interest. When Prince Khrelan asks her to come stay with him in the palace to better learn about the Terran women habits and life back on Earth. What she wasn’t expecting was to fall for the prince nor become Queen of Kalix.
This addition to the Khalaxian series was such an amazingly awesome story! We finally are able to get to know more about the Prince of Kalix, Khrelan! And what an extremely passionate, romantic prince is he!?!?!
Prince Khrelan is stern but has good intentions for his people. But, now that their women have been demolished and the chances of child bearing taken away, leaving their race on the brink of extinction, he has a difficult decision to make for the future of his people. With the mate bonds that have transpired with a few of his Warriors, he is in need of getting to know a Terran women better and chooses Emma.
Emma is a quiet, shy female that has been hoping and wishing that one of the Khalaxian men would choose her or show interest. When Prince Khrelan asks her to come stay with him in the palace to better learn about the Terran women habits and life back on Earth. What she wasn’t expecting was to fall for the prince nor become Queen of Kalix.
August 14, 2020
I read a lot and I love when I find a series that just draws you in and you can’t seem to get enough of the stories. This series by Pressley Hall is one of them. Each one of the books in this series was filled with action, angst, love and acceptance and this fourth book doesn’t disappoint. The human female abductees, who were saved by the Kalixian warriors, have now landed on the planet Kalix. It’s ruler, Prince Khrelan, is torn between accepting the homeless women as citizens and keeping the peace among his wary subjects, who are facing extinction. Sweet, shy Emma finds herself chosen to represent the humans to the Prince and his council. I found it intriguing watching Emma navigate a world that was totally unfamiliar to her. Her growing relationship with the prince complicates her life but, in the end, allows her to find the strength within herself to help save the people of her new world. Can’t wait for the next installment of this captivating story.
August 18, 2020
I am the prince of Kalix— until this moment, the last prince of Kalix. If I don’t trust the tradition that we’ve relied on for so long, then who else will?
I’ve always been a bit of a loner, keeping to myself and my books, losing myself in other worlds and other characters. There, in those pages, I had adventures and romances and friendships beyond anything I could cultivate in real life— except for my one close friend, Jade, who’s the opposite of me in pretty much every way.
As we walked through the palace, she kept up a stream of chatter, informing me about the politics of various countries back on Earth, and while I found the topic interesting, I couldn’t help but wonder why she talked so much. I was raised to keep my words few and consider everything I say before I speak. A prince has to be careful about what he says, and about who might hear. But there was an almost manic energy about her as she rambled, her hands moving as she spoke.
I’ve always been a bit of a loner, keeping to myself and my books, losing myself in other worlds and other characters. There, in those pages, I had adventures and romances and friendships beyond anything I could cultivate in real life— except for my one close friend, Jade, who’s the opposite of me in pretty much every way.
As we walked through the palace, she kept up a stream of chatter, informing me about the politics of various countries back on Earth, and while I found the topic interesting, I couldn’t help but wonder why she talked so much. I was raised to keep my words few and consider everything I say before I speak. A prince has to be careful about what he says, and about who might hear. But there was an almost manic energy about her as she rambled, her hands moving as she spoke.
August 12, 2021
Bound. Book 4.
Bound Fated Mates of the Kalixian Warriors Book 4
By Presley Hall
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Emma was abducted from Earth by a horrifying alien race called the Orkun. Well… actually, she was technically sold to them by her own government. Traded as a tribute bride to an Orkun warlord in exchange for advanced weapons and protection for the human race. Luckily, another alien race called the Kalixians rescued her and the other tribute brides before the wedding “ceremony” could take place.
Khrelan is the prince of Kalix. He has to make a hard decision can the human females stay on Kalix are does he have to make them leave. He wants to know more about humans so he has an idea to have Emma stay at the Palace so they can talk. better.
Emma is so sweet and just the female Khrelan needs.
Claimed
Stolen
Rescued
Bound
Broken
Consumed
Damaged
Tempted
Tamed
Pursued
Possessed: Sep 24, 2021
Bound Fated Mates of the Kalixian Warriors Book 4
By Presley Hall
Kindle unlimited purchase
Emma was abducted from Earth by a horrifying alien race called the Orkun. Well… actually, she was technically sold to them by her own government. Traded as a tribute bride to an Orkun warlord in exchange for advanced weapons and protection for the human race. Luckily, another alien race called the Kalixians rescued her and the other tribute brides before the wedding “ceremony” could take place.
Khrelan is the prince of Kalix. He has to make a hard decision can the human females stay on Kalix are does he have to make them leave. He wants to know more about humans so he has an idea to have Emma stay at the Palace so they can talk. better.
Emma is so sweet and just the female Khrelan needs.
Claimed
Stolen
Rescued
Bound
Broken
Consumed
Damaged
Tempted
Tamed
Pursued
Possessed: Sep 24, 2021
August 9, 2020
I really enjoyed Khrelan and Emma's story. The Prince has to decide if the women can stay on Kalix and Emma is basically the person who teaches him earth culture. From the other books we know the bond snaps into place pretty darn quick so that happens here. Khrelan has to do what he thinks is best for his people. It's definitely a frustrating situation. The bad guys are waiting in the wings and some are closer to home. It's really good.
I liked watching the story develop and the reactions with the characters. I was absorbed for the whole story. It flowed well. I recommend it. It's frustrating romance but it all gets settled in the end. There's impending danger during the whole story. That adds to the excitement.
I received an ARC copy and I'm voluntarily leaving a review.
I liked watching the story develop and the reactions with the characters. I was absorbed for the whole story. It flowed well. I recommend it. It's frustrating romance but it all gets settled in the end. There's impending danger during the whole story. That adds to the excitement.
I received an ARC copy and I'm voluntarily leaving a review.
August 18, 2020
Best one yer
If you must be in quarantine there's no better way to spend the time than reading this book!! I have enjoyed every one's of Ms.Hall's stories in this series but this is my favorite. Been waiting on our Prince to fall in love with his Emma. The romance is sweet and sexy. Neither have had prior lovers. Emma is so overwhelmed with being person to educate the Prince on human women while trying to ignore the mating bond. But she is fierce and I love that she got to prove herself to everyone. Thank you for making her smart and brave . The Prince may be inexperienced but he really knew what he was doing. The story is packed full of action and intrigue and great sexy times. Loved it
If you must be in quarantine there's no better way to spend the time than reading this book!! I have enjoyed every one's of Ms.Hall's stories in this series but this is my favorite. Been waiting on our Prince to fall in love with his Emma. The romance is sweet and sexy. Neither have had prior lovers. Emma is so overwhelmed with being person to educate the Prince on human women while trying to ignore the mating bond. But she is fierce and I love that she got to prove herself to everyone. Thank you for making her smart and brave . The Prince may be inexperienced but he really knew what he was doing. The story is packed full of action and intrigue and great sexy times. Loved it
December 17, 2020
I'm enjoying this series and I was looking forward to this book. However, though the concept has promise, the execution leaves a lot to be desired. The development of the bond between the two main characters felt rushed and unbelievable. There was so much potential to build some really steamy tension here and I was fully anticipating a great build up while Khrelan resists the bond, but I was really disappointed. The characters themselves don't seem as fleshed out as they could be. And the complications just seem pushed aside almost as soon as they arise with no real consideration. This also needed better editing as there were numerous errors. I loved book 2, but so far books 3 and 4 make me question whether I'll read on.
August 14, 2020
First let me say I'm stoked that I got to read book 4 early! Prince Khrelan and Emma have been on my mind since I finished Rescued! Prince Khrelan has been ruling since the age of 12 with no family left he believes his life is to serve his people only and he has no time for anything personal. But when he sees Emma for the second time he knows that maybe the Mate Bond isn't so crazy after all. Emma is as happy as she can be away from home but she misses her best friend Jade but she's determined to make the best out of her new life. Royalty and Hot Aliens I mean how can you not love this book? Another 5 stars for Ms. Hall!
August 7, 2021
Kidnapped and given as tribute to the Orkun Emma and the other women are saved by the Kalixian warriors being held on the same ship.
Crash landing after the warriors took over the ship, they all end up on a desert planet, guarded by the warriors until a ship comes from Kalix to take them all there. Three human women have already bonded with warriors, and now Emma is chosen to teach the Prince about humans and Earth. But in only a few days she feels the grip of the bond take her when the Prince grabs her and kisses her. Can the two of them really be mates? Can she be the one human to represent all the others to the Kalixian people?
Crash landing after the warriors took over the ship, they all end up on a desert planet, guarded by the warriors until a ship comes from Kalix to take them all there. Three human women have already bonded with warriors, and now Emma is chosen to teach the Prince about humans and Earth. But in only a few days she feels the grip of the bond take her when the Prince grabs her and kisses her. Can the two of them really be mates? Can she be the one human to represent all the others to the Kalixian people?
February 6, 2022
I loved that Emma was Krhelan's mate! Sweet virgin Emma meets serious virgin Prince Krhelan and they have a very cute mated moment in the garden. That scene was hot!
We get more back story of what happened to the women and children of Kalix and we even see a bit of the war when it arrives on their doorstep.
I was annoyed that she kept referring to her Earth bestie, Jade, but after reading the chapter for the next book, we see that Jade from Earth is going to find her way to the planet Kalix and in the arms of Brele, the shunned outcast, former prince, and older brother to Krhelan. DRAMA
We get more back story of what happened to the women and children of Kalix and we even see a bit of the war when it arrives on their doorstep.
I was annoyed that she kept referring to her Earth bestie, Jade, but after reading the chapter for the next book, we see that Jade from Earth is going to find her way to the planet Kalix and in the arms of Brele, the shunned outcast, former prince, and older brother to Krhelan. DRAMA
March 16, 2022
I loved Emma and Prince Khrelan's story.
It starts in the previous book when they make eye contact and continues in this book when a bunch of the mated Kalixians and their women go to the palace to convince the Prince that this fated mates bond is real and it's a good thing. He decides to study the idea and invites Emma to stay and educate him about the way of the Earth women.
So, already in the beginning of the book we have the sweetest, hottest "incident" they have and since then it's a path to love. Not insta, considering the bond and all, but slowly and surely.
Their story is wonderful and we also meet them in books to follow. They are just amazing together.
It starts in the previous book when they make eye contact and continues in this book when a bunch of the mated Kalixians and their women go to the palace to convince the Prince that this fated mates bond is real and it's a good thing. He decides to study the idea and invites Emma to stay and educate him about the way of the Earth women.
So, already in the beginning of the book we have the sweetest, hottest "incident" they have and since then it's a path to love. Not insta, considering the bond and all, but slowly and surely.
Their story is wonderful and we also meet them in books to follow. They are just amazing together.
August 4, 2020
I LOVE this series! The Fated Mates of the Kalixian Warriors was my introduction to the genre...since I read the first book of this series I just can't get enough! In the 4th book, Bound, Presley Hall has continued the magic and beauty that has been in the previous 3 books. I adore Emma! She is sweet, shy and just precious. Prince Khrelan is everything a Kalixian Warrior should be..sexy and strong with a steel core and a heart afire for his mate! I recommend this book and this series highly...you won't be disappointed!
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