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Dark Kingdoms Curse Prequel Novella
At the moment tyrannical King Aegron the Cruel was assassinated, each of his children was struck by a different dark curse. Five years later, the Dark Kingdom is struggling to survive.
Princess Islyne's body sleeps undisturbed behind a wall of thorns. But her mind is awake and able to explore the kingdom unseen. And, within the bramble forest that's become her home, her spirit takes on a form that is almost real. For the first time in her sheltered, restricted life, Izzy knows what it's like to feel free.
Duke Conall will do whatever is necessary to protect his kingdom from the damage and chaos left in the curse's wake. Even if it means rescuing the bride he never wanted.
But Islyne's not the meek princess he remembers, and she has no intention of living her life as nothing more than a political pawn. So when Conall mistakes her for a servant, Izzy hatches a plan to keep him far from the Palace where her body sleeps.
As the danger grows, however, she realizes maybe there's more to Conall too. She's just not sure if the gentle kindness lurking beneath the arrogant mask is enough to risk spending the her life as nothing more than a political pawn.
It's going to take more than a simple kiss for Islyne and Conall to find their Happily-Ever-After.
This Sleeping Beauty inspired fantasy romance novella features a cursed princess, an arrogant duke, mistaken identity, and a mysterious magical cat.
Titles in the series (5)
- Prince of Frogs: Curse of the Dark Kingdom, #1
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At the moment tyrannical King Aegron the Cruel was assassinated, each of his children was struck by a different dark curse. Five years later, the Dark Kingdom is struggling to survive. The Royal Family of Darkhar is responsible for most of the misery suffered throughout the Five Kingdoms. And Evonna's experienced it first hand. In a desperate devils bargain, she agrees to assassinate the Dark Kingdom's notoriously cold-blooded and callous Frog Prince in exchange for help in finding her missing brother. But as she works her way closer to Alaistar, she discovers the cursed prince isn't the monster she's been led to believe. And now she doesn't know if she wants to kill him... or kiss him. This Frog Prince inspired fantasy romance novel features a ruthless cursed prince, a reluctant assassin searching for her brother, enemies falling in love, and a mysterious magical cat.
- Soldier of Fire: Curse of the Dark Kingdom, #2
2
At the moment tyrannical King Aegron the Cruel was assassinated, each of his children was struck by a different dark curse. Five years later, the Dark Kingdom is struggling to survive. A hereditary curse has afflicted the Daesar Imperial family for generations and Princess Xadi will do whatever it takes to save her sister from dark magic. Even join forces, temporarily, with the unacknowledged royal son of a rival kingdom. With an unnatural fire burning in his eyes and demon madness invading his mind, Raneir has a curse of his own that he'll risk anything to break. They both know the fragile truce will end the moment they find the ancient magic relic hidden within the Citadel. Because only one curse can be broken. But working together draws Xadi closer to Raneir than she ever imagined. And when their search leads them to a very real demon, more than one life is on the line. This Firebird inspired fantasy romance novel features a reckless cursed prince, a princess secretly searching for the dangerous Demon Egg, rivals falling in love, and magical talking animals.
- Lord of Swans: Curse of the Dark Kingdom, #3
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At the moment tyrannical King Aegron the Cruel was assassinated, each of his children was struck by a different dark curse. Five years later, the Dark Kingdom is struggling to survive. Once, Prince Darian of Darkhar was renowned for his charm and the silver-tongued charisma that allowed him to glide effortlessly through court, getting his way in all things. Then the curse struck, leaving him with useless wings and an even more disturbing secret. In the five years since, he'd become a brooding recluse, hiding away from the world in the Observatory's tower. Now, though, deteriorating relations with the neighboring kingdom of Ythar force him from his solitude to deal with the diplomatic crisis. And the ordeal is compounded by the arrival of the woman he'd forced himself to walk away from years ago. The woman his heart had never forgotten. Mykeya spent years apprenticing under Darkhar's premier ambassador, only for her first solo assignment to end in chaos and confusion. Given a second chance, she's determined to prove herself. Even if it means working with the man who broke her heart. But the Ytharian diplomat is playing a dangerous political game. To uncover his clandestine plans, Mykeya and Darian have to find a way to trust each before they can work together to unravel the knots of intrigue surrounding them. Before Darkhar is plunged into a war it can't win. This Swan Princess inspired fantasy romance novel features a prince cursed with useless wings, an apprentice diplomat trying to prove herself, a second chance at love, and mysterious magical cat who has plans of her own.
- King of Beasts: Curse of the Dark Kingdom, #4
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At the moment tyrannical King Aegron the Cruel was assassinated, each of his children was struck by a different dark curse. Five years later, the Dark Kingdom is struggling to survive. For five years, Leandra has tirelessly used her magic to fix the catastrophe put in motion by the impulsive mistakes of her family. Finally, she has only a single task left to complete the mission she set for herself. Unfortunately, it requires her greatest sacrifice yet. Becoming a prisoner in the Beast King's isolated fortress. Prince Kyllean is convinced the only way to break the curse trapping him in the body of a beast is to force the witch responsible to undo her dark magic. But nothing is ever as simple as it seems when it comes to the intrigue surrounding Darkhar's royal family. And the violet-eyed witch brought to him in chains harbors more secrets than most. Will Leandra prove to be his salvation? Or will she be the instrument of Kyllean's ultimate destruction? This Beauty and the Beast inspired fantasy romance novel features a stubborn, arrogant prince cursed into beastly form, a witch trying to set things right with or without his help, enemies falling in love, and a pack of terrifyingly adorable monsters.
- Princess of Thorns: Curse of the Dark Kingdom
Dark Kingdoms Curse Prequel Novella At the moment tyrannical King Aegron the Cruel was assassinated, each of his children was struck by a different dark curse. Five years later, the Dark Kingdom is struggling to survive. Princess Islyne's body sleeps undisturbed behind a wall of thorns. But her mind is awake and able to explore the kingdom unseen. And, within the bramble forest that's become her home, her spirit takes on a form that is almost real. For the first time in her sheltered, restricted life, Izzy knows what it's like to feel free. Duke Conall will do whatever is necessary to protect his kingdom from the damage and chaos left in the curse's wake. Even if it means rescuing the bride he never wanted. But Islyne's not the meek princess he remembers, and she has no intention of living her life as nothing more than a political pawn. So when Conall mistakes her for a servant, Izzy hatches a plan to keep him far from the Palace where her body sleeps. As the danger grows, however, she realizes maybe there's more to Conall too. She's just not sure if the gentle kindness lurking beneath the arrogant mask is enough to risk spending the her life as nothing more than a political pawn. It's going to take more than a simple kiss for Islyne and Conall to find their Happily-Ever-After. This Sleeping Beauty inspired fantasy romance novella features a cursed princess, an arrogant duke, mistaken identity, and a mysterious magical cat.
Amberlyn Holland
Amberlyn writes epic fantasy romance and re-imagined fairy tales featuring dragon-shifters, fierce princesses, magic, and happily-ever-afters. She grew up reading her older sister’s SFF collection and her mother’s category romances so it’s only natural her storytelling leans toward magic, romance and adventure. Amberlyn currently lives in Northern New York where her writing schedule, and life, revolve around the whims of her dog. When not catering to a demanding terrier or getting lost in books, she enjoys crafting, watching football and hockey, and hanging out with her husband. If you want to keep up to date on new releases and special events, as well as receive exclusive content like a free digital copy of Kiss the Dragon, sign up for her newsletter at http://www.amberlynholland.com/newsletter/
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