Sapient Salvation Series by Jayne Faith, Christine Castle

Twice a year, the alien Lord Toric demands a selection of human women between the ages of 18 and 20 to compete for a place in his harem. Maya must get through just one more selection and then she can marry the man of her dreams. She should have been safe, but when a young woman who was supposed to compete dies the day of the selection, Maya is forced into the competition. Thrown into the fight of her life with no preparation, Maya must shed her innocence and win Lord Toric’s favor... moreTwice a year, the alien Lord Toric demands a selection of human women between the ages of 18 and 20 to compete for a place in his harem. Maya must get through just one more selection and then she can marry the man of her dreams. She should have been safe, but when a young woman who was supposed to compete dies the day of the selection, Maya is forced into the competition. Thrown into the fight of her life with no preparation, Maya must shed her innocence and win Lord Toric’s favor. And there is only one winner in the competition. The losers will be sacrificed. Will she survive the first round, or will she pay the ultimate price for her inexperience? Heat Level: Sweet to Mild less

Maya survived the first Tournament challenge only to learn that new and powerful enemies lurk in the Calistan palace. Even Lord Toric’s affection and guards aren’t enough to keep her safe, and she's still on her own in the Tournament--the alien lord is forbidden from interfering. As the list of deadly foes grows, Toric and Maya must uncover the traitor in the royal family who aims to murder Maya and destroy the Calistans' chance at reclaiming their homeland... moreMaya survived the first Tournament challenge only to learn that new and powerful enemies lurk in the Calistan palace. Even Lord Toric’s affection and guards aren’t enough to keep her safe, and she's still on her own in the Tournament--the alien lord is forbidden from interfering. As the list of deadly foes grows, Toric and Maya must uncover the traitor in the royal family who aims to murder Maya and destroy the Calistans' chance at reclaiming their homeland. Will Maya summon the strength and luck she needs to meet her highest destiny? Heat level: Mild less

In the most controversial challenge ever, each Obligate will spend a night with Lord Toric. Maya must find a way to prevail in spite of her inexperience and without compromising her innocence. Meanwhile, Akantha is spreading information that's stirring up religious fury throughout Calisto. Someone will have to pay with blood, and it will take a miracle for Maya to survive. Does she have enough allies on Calisto, or will Akantha finally win? Heat level: Mild

The fates of Earthenfell and Calisto hang in the balance as Calistan forces close in on victory. In the harem, Maya aims to learn how to give Lord Toric what he needs so he'll never need another woman. But she discovers a perilous new world and secrets that force her to question where her loyalties truly lie. Just when she thinks she's found a way, the unexpected arrival of a foreigner could tear Maya and Toric apart forever... moreThe fates of Earthenfell and Calisto hang in the balance as Calistan forces close in on victory. In the harem, Maya aims to learn how to give Lord Toric what he needs so he'll never need another woman. But she discovers a perilous new world and secrets that force her to question where her loyalties truly lie. Just when she thinks she's found a way, the unexpected arrival of a foreigner could tear Maya and Toric apart forever.Will the Return come? Can Maya overcome her competition and innocence to become Toric's one and only? Will Maya and Toric find their happily ever after? The explosive conclusion unfolds in Sapient Salvation 4: The Claiming.Heat level: MildPlease Note: The Amazon-generated page count listed is low. This book is equivalent in length to a 280 page paperback. less