Books like 'When Heroes Fall'
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Firefighter Dragon's Next Door Mate by Alicia Banks
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsCombine a hint of revenge and a touch of dark magic, and life’s problems can escalate pretty quickly. It may just take an old friend to save McKenna from looming danger—and herself. McKenna DanielsI had a great time dating the senior partner of my firm.I thought it might be love.But it turns out our relationship was all a lie, a bet.And now the firm’s mean girls won’t leave me alone... -
Dark Dreams and Dead Things by Martina McAtee
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSeventeen-year-old November Lonergan spent her whole life feeling like an outsider. She was right. She’s a reaper like her mother and like her two cousins, Kai and Tristin. The supernatural world believes the three teens are part of a prophecy to save them from an evil known as the Grove. Ember just wants to survive high school and fix the fallout from bringing back her friend... -
Becoming D'Vaire by Jessamyn Kingley
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHigh Arcanist Delaney D’Vaire is the world’s only dark wizard, something that has alienated him from his people since birth. Orphaned as a child, he is shuffled around until the Prism Wizard sees his potential, steps in, and enrolls him in school. Though he never truly feels like he belongs, Delaney excels... -
Reyr the Gold by Melissa Mitchell
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAfter fulfilling an Unbreakable Promise to Cyrus, Claire has finally accepted her new life in Dragonwall. She has a new Promise and purpose—one she created for herself. She must save Dragonwall, that much is certain. What isn’t so certain, is how she will achieve this end. Powerful magic courses through her veins, and she has no idea how to control it.Mastering magic isn’t Claire’s only challenge... -
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Dragon's Tears by Lisa Oliver
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsByron Hollingsworth was an emotional wreck and after ranting at his younger brother Samuel, and calling his brother's impending offspring an abomination, now everyone else knew how unstable Byron was too. It’s not as though he hadn’t tried to be the perfect son, brother, and cousin. He tried to keep his affliction hidden from others... -
Cosmo and the King by Macy Blake
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhen Cosmo learns the faun king is in the human realm, he panics. See, Silenus happens to be his fiance... and he's never told any of his friends in the human realm that he ran away on his wedding day, leaving his king at the alter. Silenus made a deal with the devil--the queen of the fae--when he learned the human realm was going to be closed, keeping him separated from his mate and betrothed... -
Lunatics by M. Sinclair
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe dark fae king has left me with no choice. He threatened my guard and my brother. My need to enact revenge for the brutal massacre of my parents is all-encompassing. If he wants war, a war he will receive. First order of business... returning to a land and home that I haven't seen in years... -
Tricked, Bewildered and Bitten by Sandrine Gasq-Dion
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsLoki Kirkberry hasn't had it easy. Abandoned as a newborn, Loki has had to navigate life under difficult and shame-inducing circumstances. When firefighters Cole Ryker and Chaz Savage rescue him from an apartment fire, Loki is embraced by all of their friends and welcomed as family. He quickly finds out that shifters and vampires do exist... -
Tangled Innocence by Carrie Ann Ryan
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingss one of the seven lightning-struck women, Nadie Morgan knew that her fate would be forever changed and revolve around a certain dragon.From the first time Dante Bell saw Nadie, he knew that she was the one for him. There’s just one problem: there’s another in his life Dante’s waiting on, as well... -
Dark God by T.C. Southwell
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAfter breaking the Seventh Ward and unleashing the dark god Arkonen upon the Overworld, Bane, Demon Lord, is close to death. The Black Lord has betrayed him and left him to die from exhaustion and the ill effects of the dark power... -
The Dragon Knight: The Crimson War by B.A. Stretke
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsElan Ravenscroft is a Dragon Knight and his father’s heir apparent. He is a battle-tested warrior and ready to defend his family and the Crimson Coven in his father’s name. He expected battle and danger when he accepted his father’s assignment to the Crimson Coven, but he did not expect to find himself face to face with his fated mate in the midst of war. He doesn’t know if he can handle both... -
Wolf Moon by C.D. Gorri
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratings"Hi. My name is Grazi Kelly. There are things I know are true and things that I never would have guessed. First, demons and witches exist and they are evil. Second, the world is up for grabs and the witches are getting their minions ready. Third, I'm a werewolf and it's my job to stop them... -
The Wolf Soul by Amy Sumida
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThis warlord's more wolf than man. I'm not a submissive man, but one growl from the Wolf Lord, and I want to bare my throat to his teeth. And I've just become his valorian. Dealing with Vathmar's possessive nature is now my job, and after seeing his soul, I want the position—and every other position he cared to put me in... -
Precious by Athena Steller
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDrake had no idea when he took a human’s blood in order to perform a duty for his family that the human was his mate. One taste and Drake’s world is rocked. Now not only does he need to convince the human that Drake is his forever, but Drake also has to teach Lawson how to fit in with his paranormal family.It had started so innocently. A visit to a club so Lawson can play as a pup... -
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Ryland's Inferno by Giovanna Reaves
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHe ran because of fear, but was found because of love. . . The moment Blayze McKnight joins the Pryde Pack he knows it is only a matter of time before everyone finds out that he is not what he claims to be. Being the last of his kind, Blayze was never taught the way of the dragon. Because the man he wants he can never claim as his... -
Demon Heart by Rhys Lawless
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHe’s finally free.And I can finally remember.Things should have gone back to normal. They’re anything but.Chaos erupts across London, and my faith in the High Council is ruptured. Wouldn’t you know the entire paranormal community seems hell-bent on blaming it on my boyfriend.History repeating itself?Not this time. I won’t lose Wade. Not him.Not again.I’ll do anything to protect him... -
Destined for Time by Stacie Simpson
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAn erotic romance with a paranormal twist...One night of forbidden passion will never be forgotten - or forgiven.Prophetic visions, conspiring enemies, and epic battles are nothing unusual at the Myths and Legends Casino Resort where dreams and nightmares come to life and nothing is outside the realm of possibilities... -
Incubus Dreaming by A.H. Lee
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsJessica, Mal, and Azrael bask in the intimacy of the bond they’ve created against all odds. As the Shrouded Isle becomes a true home and friends become family, the idea of public commitment seems possible. However, Jessica wants something from Azrael that he may not be able to give. In addition, Azrael’s new generosity with his fellow magicians may have unforeseen consequences... -
Diabolical: Demon of Royal Paynes by Kiki Burrelli
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTwo men from different worlds, thrust together by fate.Demon king and all-around perfect specimen, Claus is the only ruler of the underworld to have stopped an apocalypse. He’s earned a break, and his job in hell can wait for him to explore the pleasures and delights of the human world.County sheriff and mediocre fisher, Jake lives a quiet existence... -
The Last King of Faerie by Cassandra Clare
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsCassandra Clare said that she will publish another trilogy in the Shadowhunters' world after the Dark Artifices and The TLH trilogy. It will have two main characters, Kit and Ty Blackthorn. More information to come...Cassandra Clare said about writing more books in the Shadowhunter World:My plan at the moment is to do five Shadowhunter series, total... -
Pain in the Ice by Arden Steele
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThade Maddock would literally rather die than spend four weeks aboard a cruise ship with nine hundred strangers in the middle of the Pacific. When it happens to be his best friend’s dying request, however, he can’t exactly refuse the invitation. On the bright side, the ship’s pool does offer some stunning views. Like the human male with fiery red hair and a smile to rival the sun... -
The Friend-Zoned Fox's Omegas by Lorelei M. Hart
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsKevinMy fox knows exactly what he wants. My fox is frantic with need for a family. But that doesn’t come easy for any latent animal, especially not a fox. We mated in triads and I couldn’t even find one fox, much less two during mating season in my skulk. No one wanted an alpha without a beast... -
Genesis by Jennifer Cody
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsJade:Sometimes a fox just wants to take a little vacation from the stresses of being the alpha of his skulk. He just wants to put on his mask and enjoy some tail time chasing his ball. Occasionally a fox even manages to do that, but not tonight... -
The Incubus's Assistant by Amy Padilla
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhen Avery showed up for his temp job on Monday morning, he’d had certain expectations in mind. He was not expecting to end up bent over his new boss’s desk. It was an innocent mistake, and he’s determined to move on, but the experience left him breathless and more than a little curious. So when his new boss is left without a feeder, he volunteers to help... -
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Sterling's Treasure by Taylor Rylan
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSterling grew up knowing exactly who he was. He is from an ancient line and as such, he knew what was expected of him and how that would impact his future and that of his fated mate. But there were those that wanted what he had, and they’d stop at nothing to get it... -
The Viper's Heart by Lisa Oliver
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsBook One of the Balance Series. Can be read as a standalone. Botis, demon lord and ruler of sixty legions is having a rough day. Lucifer set him on a quest to find the potion given to Gilgamesh thousands of years before, which should be easy enough. But being told a visit to the Angel Raziel was a necessary part of the mission wasn't so easy to understand... -
Keeper of the Flame by Bianca D'Arc
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA warrior, a maiden…and a passion that could set the whole world aflame. Despite the fact he is the largest of his half-dragon brothers and better suited to fighting, Hugh has been sent on an undercover mission. Forced to stay in human form, he must discover if the land of Helios is truly the Draconian ally it pretends, or something more sinister... -
Avenger by Micalea Smeltzer
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIt’s all been leading to this for Caeden and Sophie Williams. This should be the happiest time of their life. They’re married and expecting a baby, but Travis is still out there, and they both know he won’t rest until he gets what he wants. The question is, what does he want? They’ll have to figure it out if they ever want to have their happily ever after. The end is near... -
Forever Yours by Lynn Hagen
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratings[Siren Everlasting Classic ManLove: Erotic Alternative Paranormal Romance, M/M, vampires, werewolves, HEA] Kory Kendrick thought taking a shortcut through the woods would shave off time, until he runs across a corpse buried under a pile of leaves. He soon finds that the guy isn't as dead as he thinks he is... -
Panahasi by Lynn Hagen
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratings[Siren Menage Everlasting ManLove: Erotic Alternative Fantasy Menage a Trois Romance, M/M/M, demons, werewolves, HEA] Ten thousand years ago Panahasi made a deal with the keeper. It was a deal that not only brought about the creation of the demon warriors, but paved the lonely road he walked on a daily basis. All of that soon changes when he finds two wolf shifters to call his own... -
Ceri by Lynn Hagen
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratings[Siren Everlasting Classic ManLove: Erotic Alternative Paranormal Romance, M/M, vampires, HEA] He watches his mate from afar, unable to touch, hold, or claim the man. Distance is Ceridian's reality, his torment. He exists outside the vampire population, living with an unnatural craving that seems to grow stronger whenever he is near Virgil--a man who haunts his very dreams... -
Alpha Dragon's Eagle by Hawke Oakley
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWill buried secrets ruin season two of the Dragonfate Games —or will the truth set fated mates free? After a whirlwind of controversy ten years ago, Matteo was done in the spotlight—or so he thought. He dropped his stage name, iconic costume, and celebrity status to live out a humble life as a golden eagle omega. But a second chance at the Dragonfate Games makes him yearn for his fated mate.. -
Reinhold: Paranormal Council Enforcers Book Three by Taylor Rylan
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsCan Reinhold and Chase overcome Chase’s tragic past? Or will the dragon alpha be too much for the battered omega wolf? Reinhold and his dragon felt the pull to join the enforcers when the Paranormal Council was formed on Treasure Ridge. After his brother found his fated mate in the created vampire, Reinhold’s longing for his own perfect match only grew... -
Her Dragon's Fire by Julia Mills
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsHer brilliant blues eyes and luscious curves have haunted his every thought for over six years. The guilt of his younger brother’s death a weight around his heart, keeping him from claiming the one the Universe had made for him and him alone... -
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Resistance by Amy Rae Durreson
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsReawakening: Book Two Overthrowing the Shadow that ruled Tiallat was only the first step. For rebel leader Iskandir, rebuilding his shattered country is an even greater challenge. A poor harvest, religious conflict, and years of tyrannical governance combine with the challenge of getting the soldiers of the Shadow’s army home and rehousing the exiled who are flooding back into free Tiallat... -
Silent Knight by Arden Steele
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBeing part siren isn’t exactly a secret, but it’s not something Simon Russel likes to advertise, either. He’s not ashamed of who he is or anything so dramatic as that. But people tend to treat him differently once they realize he can manipulate their emotions. Just once, he wishes someone could see him and not the demon within... -
The Fox Soul by Amy Sumida
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI shared my soul to save his life.It seems as if great happiness is for other men. For most of my life, it's eluded me. I get close and then it disappears. But when I watched Sergeant Ryker Drellan slide across an icy battlefield to save my army from an unexpected attack, something inside me began to hope... -
Kiss the Dragon by Michelle Fox
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsUSA Today Bestseller from the Highland Shifters boxed set, now available as a stand alone title for the first time!Would you trust a curse to save you?Ever since Sara Clarke was hit by lightning and began to see the future, she's lived a life on the run. Always hiding. Always hunted. She dreams of a different fate, but knows her only constant is the danger that stalks her... -
Baby from Frost by Ashe Moon
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFleeing from his dangerous dragon family, half-human omega Raka finds himself unable to control his desires for Delos, the winsome ice dragon alpha he hired to escort him across the frozen sea. But falling in love was never part of the escape plan... -
Scorched by J.D. Light
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAidyn Blackburn is a human, fighting in a dragon's world. He's had one mission since his mother died ten years before... Find the dragon responsible for killing her and make him pay. He's spent the last decade learning to fight dragons and bouncing around from dragon cune to dragon cune, searching for any information he can find... -
Incubus Bonded by A.H. Lee
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMal and Jessica have spent four glorious months abroad, traveling to exotic places, enjoying other people and each other. However, they’re tired of traveling, and they both miss Azrael more than they expected. When the sorcerer shows up on their doorstep, they’re excited to see him. However, Azrael hasn’t come on a social call. He needs Mal’s magic for a difficult task... -
The Tiger, the Dragon, and Their Unicorn Omega by Lorelei M. Hart
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThey leave it all behind, hoping to rekindle their past, and instead find their future. Alphas Wilde and Asher drive away from their life in a luxurious city townhouse for a quiet life in Haven. They made plans, bought a house, packed the boxes, and even chose a new career, opening a small comic book store. They didn’t plan on finding their third, Mason... -
300 Moons Collection 1 (300 Moons Collections) by Tasha Black
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTime is running out.The powerful spell that kept these shifters’ animals in check will soon be gone, exposing them to life-threatening danger, as well as a mating instinct so powerful that only the most insatiable partner can keep up... -
Must Love Dragons by Michelle Ziegler
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHe doesn't know what kind of witch he's dealing with.Kal had no idea what he was walking into when he met Maddie. She might believe that men aren’t from Mars, but he sure isn’t from Earth.Maddie has enough crazy in her life with one ghost too many haunting her. Too bad fate just threw her a man claiming to be a dragon shifter... -
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The Sapphire Dragon's Missing Mate by Lorelei M. Hart
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI am the lucky one. Everyone says so. My otter bevy took me in when no one else would, I have two adopted parents who love me and a degree that allows me to work from anywhere. And maybe they are right and I should be grateful, but I can’t quite let go of the feeling that something is missing…something important.On my 25th birthday, my dragon emerges for the first time, and everything changes... -
Treasured by His Demon by Lilo Quie
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI remember the sands of my homeland, the scorching sun and the cool evenings staring at skies that have changed little in my 1800 years of life, but I’ve changed so much. Born into poverty, blessed by my Demon mate, and raised to be his perfect wife, my entire life, past present and future, all came crumbling down at once... -
Another Damned Pirate by Myka Bound
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe trip home should have been the end of my little adventure.I was supposed to settle back into my life, work on getting Matty through school, and try like hell to put the memories of the world I barely escaped and my brooding pirate behind me.Petra had a different ending in mind. That wicked, soul-stealing demon sent something back to the human realm in my magical wake... -
Royally Flocked by Arden Steele
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHeir to the throne of the elven court, Prince Orrin Nightstar has enough on his plate without an everchanging Guard. Having lost a record number of Guardians to the wiles of love, he’s beginning to think he might be cursed, doomed to lead others to happiness while never finding it for himself.It could be worse, though. He could be mated to the Guardian of the Underworld... -
Paranormal Protectors: Atlas by Michelle Frost
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAtlas’s simple crush gets complicated when Gavin turns out to be more than human. Can Atlas protect him as he becomes part of the paranormal world? Paranormal Atlas is the prequel to Paranormal Gavin. This series is best read in order... -
Possessing Ragyn by J.D. Light
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsRagyn (I just got freed. I don't have an effing last name yet but I'll probably be writing Wright in all my notebooks.) I'm free...
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