Alaia Chronicles Series by Cate Rowan

"THE SOURCE OF MAGIC is one of those rare treasures you hope will never end. A magical ride. Unforgettable characters and twists and turns that keep us turning the pages. Forget about sleeping, because I wasn't able to put this novel down until the end, and you won't be able to either." --The Romance Reviews"A suspenseful storyline holds your attention as you are drawn to this magical place of wonder and intrigue." --Smexy Books"Rowan brings the exotic, the magic and the passion.. more"THE SOURCE OF MAGIC is one of those rare treasures you hope will never end. A magical ride. Unforgettable characters and twists and turns that keep us turning the pages. Forget about sleeping, because I wasn't able to put this novel down until the end, and you won't be able to either." --The Romance Reviews"A suspenseful storyline holds your attention as you are drawn to this magical place of wonder and intrigue." --Smexy Books"Rowan brings the exotic, the magic and the passion... Such a heartwarming story that will melt your heart and have you believing in love again. I've added her to my favorite authors list!" --The Pen & Muse Book Reviews> > > THE MOST POWERFUL MAGIC IS LOVE.When a gorgeous man clasps Jilian Stewart to his chest and yanks her from Scotland into a magical battle, she thinks it must be another of her bizarre dreams. Plagued by unnerving visions of this man, she's sure they're brought on by the stress of her mother's deadly paralysis. Instead, she finds herself ensnared in a fantasy otherworld, trapped by treachery and family secrets and opposing the one man who can make everything right.Prince Alvarr, her sexy abductor, offers a cure for her dying mother, but won't send Jilian home with it until she helps him destroy the evil mage threatening his people--with mystical powers she never knew she had.The Source of Magic is an 83,000-word novel and has won sixteen awards.More books in the Alaia Chronicles fantasy romance series:KISMET'S KISSWhen a deadly epidemic strikes a sultan's realm, only a magical healer from an enemy land has the skill to save it. The sultan never imagined the healer would be a woman...SWORDS AND SCIMITARSWhen two women beg for aid against tyranny, a sultan must sacrifice his freedom and his long-scarred heart to help them.SWORD AND LUTEWhen a musician stumbles across a dying god, she must sacrifice her precious lute to save him...and find her heart's desire.Contemporary tales by Cate Rowan:FLIRTING WITH THE FIREMANA sculptress, a battery-chasing cat, and a studly fireman meet through a supernatural recipe for "Get a Husband" Brunswick stew.KISS THAT FROGA cynical Los Angeles artist reluctantly pet-sits for her young niece's frog and discovers magic in the terrarium--in the form of a sexy enchanted prince.Praise for the author:"Fantastic worldbuilding." --The Romance Reviews"A writing force to be reckoned with." --Smexy Books"If you love magic and romance, then you will love Rowan's books." --The Pen & Muse Book Reviews less

"A must-read for all fantasy romance lovers." —The Romance Reviews"So much sexual tension that the pages are likely to burn your fingers as you eagerly beg for more." —Coffee Time Romance A magically romantic fantasy In the desert realm of Kad, a deadly epidemic strikes the palace of Sultan Kuramos. Only a mystical healer from an enemy land may have the skill to save his household.He never imagined that healer would be a woman.Varene finds her own surprises in Kad... more"A must-read for all fantasy romance lovers." —The Romance Reviews"So much sexual tension that the pages are likely to burn your fingers as you eagerly beg for more." —Coffee Time Romance A magically romantic fantasy In the desert realm of Kad, a deadly epidemic strikes the palace of Sultan Kuramos. Only a mystical healer from an enemy land may have the skill to save his household.He never imagined that healer would be a woman.Varene finds her own surprises in Kad. She expects the sultan's arrogance, but not his courage or his selfless care of the ill—or the possibility that the epidemic is the curse of a vengeful goddess.Kaddite culture condemns Varene's mystical talents and her presence triggers a plot to overthrow Kuramos. Yet as he and the healer toil for the cure, he loses his heart to her. She falls for him as well, but how can she relinquish her homeland and her principles for him—especially when he already has a harem and his family may be cursed?Kismet's Kiss is a two-time Romance Writers of America Golden Heart finalist, a 2010 nominee for Best Debut and Best Fantasy Romance from The Romance Reviews, and a winner of the Duel on the Delta, The Molly, and the Put Your Heart in a Book contests.  Critics Say: "An exotic story with incredible depth and riveting characters. . . .Electrifying. It keeps you on the edge of your seat for the entire ride." —The Crazy Bookworm"Kismet's Kiss is a magical, exhilarating, sensual delight. Lush exotic world-building, riveting storyline, and strong personable characters set the stage for a rich and captivating story. . . ." —Smexy Books"A harem fantasy brimming with desire, enchantment and betrayal. . . . I highly recommend Kismet's Kiss to all readers who enjoy a touch of magic with their romance." —The Romance Studio"Envelops the reader in a lush, exotic world of silk and sherbet, scimitars and precious stones. . . . Kismet's Kiss delivers an exhilarating reading experience." —SciFiGuy.ca"Magic, passion, and intrigue—Kismet's Kiss has it all! Cate Rowan's uniquely compelling fantasy debut is set in a fascinating and fully realized world where danger lurks in every shadow. Rowan is definitely an author to watch!" —Alyssa Day, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author"Beautifully written fantasy romance. . . . I LOVED it! I can't wait to read more books in this series." —Debra Holland, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author More titles in the Alaia Chronicles fantasy romance series: The Source of MagicA modern woman finds herself ensnared in a fantasy otherworld, trapped by treachery and family secrets—and opposing a mystical prince, the one man who can make everything right. less

Bundled into a boxed set for the first time, the Alaia Chronicles: Legends subseries contains two tales: Swords and Scimitars (A Fantasy Short Story) and Sword and Lute (A Fantasy Romance Novelette). Immerse yourself in these stories of the immortal twin founders of verdant Teganne and desert Kad, two rival realms divided by magic—yet bound by blood, mistrust, and love. The celebrated Alaia Chronicles series continues with the fantasy romances THE SOURCE OF MAGIC and KISMET'S KISS... moreBundled into a boxed set for the first time, the Alaia Chronicles: Legends subseries contains two tales: Swords and Scimitars (A Fantasy Short Story) and Sword and Lute (A Fantasy Romance Novelette). Immerse yourself in these stories of the immortal twin founders of verdant Teganne and desert Kad, two rival realms divided by magic—yet bound by blood, mistrust, and love. The celebrated Alaia Chronicles series continues with the fantasy romances THE SOURCE OF MAGIC and KISMET'S KISS. Cate Rowan's sensuous romances have won more than thirty awards.*** Two immortal brothers. One enchanted sword. ***Swords and Scimitars (A Fantasy Short Story):The lives of well-born twins Kismet and Taso are easy and carefree—endless days of bedding women and fighting battles among the gods—until sorcery drives a wedge between them that slices deeper than flesh. Kismet has striven to be the ultimate warrior, but a mistake costs him his brother, his family, and his homeland.He carves out a new life in the desert, rising to the command of a realm and an army, yet can't escape his past. When two women beg for his aid against tyranny, he must sacrifice his freedom and his long-scarred heart to help them.Sword and Lute (A Fantasy Romance Novelette):Slashed by a cursed sword, the god Taso feels his immortality gushing into the grass along with his lifeblood. He escapes death only by transforming into stone. Centuries later, the aspiring musician Amara stumbles across the stone and inadvertently morphs Taso back into his dying body. To save him, she must sacrifice her precious lute and her life-long dream . . . but in return, she might find her heart's desire.Praise for Cate Rowan- “If you love magic and romance, you will love Rowan’s books.” —The Pen & Muse Book Reviews- “Definitely an author to watch!” —Alyssa Day, New York Times bestselling author- “Cate Rowan is a writing force to be reckoned with.” —Smexy Books- “Utterly delicious. Better than chocolate!” —Kendra Leigh CastleReader Praise for Swords and Scimitars- “From the first page I was instantly transported into a well-developed fantasy world and couldn’t put my Kindle down until I had finished the last page. A fast-paced story with heartfelt emotion!”- “Kismet is a magnificent hero who hides his wounds behind his power. As usual, Cate Rowan delivers a beautiful tale.”- “A fairy-tale-like adventure that will entertain even readers new to the series. Another worthy installment from an author who’s become an auto-buy for this reader!”Reader Praise for Sword and Lute- “A time-warp vibe fusing elements of Antiquity with the Middle Ages and fantasy. Emotionally enlightening and sensually uplifting.”- “Definitely worth the price and then some! The author does an excellent job in weaving this lovely romantic tale where magic and music are one.” less

Immortal twin brothers. One enchanted sword. A tragedy that propels them into legend.The lives of well-born twins Kismet and Taso are easy and carefree—endless days of bedding women and fighting battles among the gods—until sorcery drives a wedge between them that slices deeper than flesh. Kismet has striven to be the ultimate warrior, but a mistake costs him his brother, his family, and his homeland... moreImmortal twin brothers. One enchanted sword. A tragedy that propels them into legend.The lives of well-born twins Kismet and Taso are easy and carefree—endless days of bedding women and fighting battles among the gods—until sorcery drives a wedge between them that slices deeper than flesh. Kismet has striven to be the ultimate warrior, but a mistake costs him his brother, his family, and his homeland. He carves out a new life in the desert, rising to the command of a realm and an army, yet can't escape his past. When two women beg for his aid against tyranny, he must sacrifice his freedom and his long-scarred heart to help them."Swords and Scimitars" is a 7,000-word short story (approximately 25 pages) about the immortal founders of verdant Teganne and desert Kad, two rival realms divided by magic—yet bound by blood, mistrust, and love. The chronicle continues in the award-winning fantasy romance novels Kismet's Kiss and The Source of Magic. less