Aurora Champions Series by Ophelia Bell

Nessa Baxter’s about to get everything she wants. A close friend has offered Nessa her dream job as his personal chef. But can Gerri Wilder, Nova Aurora’s matchmaking miracle-worker, find Nessa her dream mate?After years of waiting, Nessa’s pretty sure she’s a lost cause. But then she meets strong, sexy Gaius, a bear shifter bachelor whose skills with his tools will be instrumental in building her the kitchen of her dreams... moreNessa Baxter’s about to get everything she wants. A close friend has offered Nessa her dream job as his personal chef. But can Gerri Wilder, Nova Aurora’s matchmaking miracle-worker, find Nessa her dream mate?After years of waiting, Nessa’s pretty sure she’s a lost cause. But then she meets strong, sexy Gaius, a bear shifter bachelor whose skills with his tools will be instrumental in building her the kitchen of her dreams. Lonely and aloof, the dominating former Arena Champion seems the perfect match for strong-willed Nessa. But if that were true, wouldn’t the matchmaker they’ve both placed their trust in have matched them up already?Gerri’s silence is telling; Nessa doesn’t want to get close to anyone she’s not going to have a future with, and Gaius isn’t sure he’s ready to have a future with anyone at all. The trouble is, the bossy she-bear has lit a fire in him that can’t easily be quenched, and her skills in the kitchen are going straight to his heart.Author’s Note: This book takes place prior to the events of “Hot Wings” but can be read as a standalone. less

Pomona Maurin’s biggest dream is landing a coveted position as personal chef to the stars. She’s busted her ass and put her to-die-for recipes to the test, yet gained zero recognition for her efforts. That is, until Gerri Wilder discovers her culinary talents and knows just the “stars” who need Pomona’s skills the most. Ignazio Karsten and Bryer Vargas are two of the most famous celebrities on the shifter home planet, Nova Aurora... morePomona Maurin’s biggest dream is landing a coveted position as personal chef to the stars. She’s busted her ass and put her to-die-for recipes to the test, yet gained zero recognition for her efforts. That is, until Gerri Wilder discovers her culinary talents and knows just the “stars” who need Pomona’s skills the most. Ignazio Karsten and Bryer Vargas are two of the most famous celebrities on the shifter home planet, Nova Aurora. The dragon shifter duo, known regionally as “Hot Wings,” are the reigning Nova Aurora Arena League champions for several seasons running. When a vindictive opponent breaks the rules and nearly kills Bryer during their championship fight, their streak might just be at an end—and so might their careers. Only dedicated training and a strict diet will ensure Bryer’s return to health, and Ignazio’s recovery from a deep depression, but even that won’t guarantee the duo will make it back into the arena for the next season. They need a chef with the particular talents to fulfill their dietary needs and still satisfy their hungry dragons. When they set eyes on Pomona, both men know there’s only one thing on the menu for them. Will they be able to convince their new chef that they want to share more than just her cooking? less

Can love bloom from grief? Simina Taji has had no use for mates ever since hers died in arena combat last year. All she cares about now is his memory, and the promise he’d forced her to make upon his deathbed: that she’d find a way to have the baby they always wanted. It’s a tall order, but if anyone can fulfill it, the Paranormal Dating Agency can. Simina has only one rule for legendary matchmaker Gerri Wilder: no League champions... moreCan love bloom from grief? Simina Taji has had no use for mates ever since hers died in arena combat last year. All she cares about now is his memory, and the promise he’d forced her to make upon his deathbed: that she’d find a way to have the baby they always wanted. It’s a tall order, but if anyone can fulfill it, the Paranormal Dating Agency can. Simina has only one rule for legendary matchmaker Gerri Wilder: no League champions. Unfortunately, true love doesn’t always obey terms and conditions, so when not just one, but three League champions capture her heart, Simina must make a difficult decision. Can she move on from the past, or will her fear destroy her future? less

Astra Garrick, the Midnight Star, is the Nova Aurora Arena League’s reigning solo champion. As the late Ebon Claw’s younger sister, she has quite the reputation to uphold—especially when a title-hungry opponent attacks her using the same drug that killed her brother.The close call has put her on a quest to uncover the source of the toxin responsible for crippling or killing dozens of Nova Aurora’s champions... moreAstra Garrick, the Midnight Star, is the Nova Aurora Arena League’s reigning solo champion. As the late Ebon Claw’s younger sister, she has quite the reputation to uphold—especially when a title-hungry opponent attacks her using the same drug that killed her brother.The close call has put her on a quest to uncover the source of the toxin responsible for crippling or killing dozens of Nova Aurora’s champions. She just never imagined the enigmatic matchmaker, Gerri Wilder, would send her childhood crush along with a former champion hiding from their pasts along with her.Now the three of them are on a collision course with Earth, where lies the devastating truth they’ve long been seeking—and a love that might compromise it all. less

Ksenia has spent her whole life hiding. A legendary Sandrekar dragon, she has put her ambitions, dreams, and desires on hold for the safety of her clan, until a discovery deep in the caves she calls home leads her to the surface at last.This brave new world calls to her warrior spirit, presenting her with the opportunity to finally become a champion and bask in the fame and glory that comes with it. But first she has to find a trainer... moreKsenia has spent her whole life hiding. A legendary Sandrekar dragon, she has put her ambitions, dreams, and desires on hold for the safety of her clan, until a discovery deep in the caves she calls home leads her to the surface at last.This brave new world calls to her warrior spirit, presenting her with the opportunity to finally become a champion and bask in the fame and glory that comes with it. But first she has to find a trainer. Fortunately, matchmaker superstar Gerri Wilder has just the man in mind.Or men, rather—three huge, sexy shifters ready to dedicate themselves to Ksenia's success. They'll take care of her mind, her body, and even her heart as she embarks upon a journey to step out of the shadows of the past and stand victorious in the sun. less