Beast and Beauty Series by Brantwijn Serrah

Her former Master Alaric is finally gone. His tangled knot of secrets, and all the dark sorcery he left behind, are another matter.Even as Sadira boards a ship bound for a new land and her lost past, she can't escape the shadow of Alaric's monstrous legacy. Her fierce desire to prove herself to her new Master and his people is thwarted almost immediately by an unexpected black magic. And once again, she is at the center of it.Dreams evolve into shocking visions... moreHer former Master Alaric is finally gone. His tangled knot of secrets, and all the dark sorcery he left behind, are another matter.Even as Sadira boards a ship bound for a new land and her lost past, she can't escape the shadow of Alaric's monstrous legacy. Her fierce desire to prove herself to her new Master and his people is thwarted almost immediately by an unexpected black magic. And once again, she is at the center of it.Dreams evolve into shocking visions. Sailor's superstitions come to life. Sadira's escalating passions with Bannon Sha'kurukh drive her to thrilling new heights--and plunge her into haunting supernatural chaos. Her very presence on the ship puts everyone at risk.Before long, the peril is clear. Some new, destructive presence wants Sadira's attention… and is willing to kill, to get it. less

Mastering the magic within her is a matter of life and death.After a turbulent journey across the sea, Sadira and her Master are closer than ever to finding the home and family and the home stolen from her. Reunion is more important than ever, now... because Sadira’s discovered a power inside her beyond her control.There’s no predicting how it will manifest. Visions haunt her dreams; beasts and birds come to her aid in times of trouble... moreMastering the magic within her is a matter of life and death.After a turbulent journey across the sea, Sadira and her Master are closer than ever to finding the home and family and the home stolen from her. Reunion is more important than ever, now... because Sadira’s discovered a power inside her beyond her control.There’s no predicting how it will manifest. Visions haunt her dreams; beasts and birds come to her aid in times of trouble. The passion she shares with Bannon has never been more intense... and never more draining to them both. But when her energies rage, fire and fouled crops follow. Already, Sadira has grievously injured one ally. The next time she loses control, it could mean someone’s death.Her only hope is that her people still wait for her, somewhere in a wild, strange land, and that they can tame her chaotic power. If she can’t find her way home, she’ll have nowhere else to turn. less

Revenge strikes hardest at the heart of desire.Sadira’s escaped dark curses before. She’s left behind a world of snakes and heretics, endured violent judgment for her sinful love of agony, and discovered a powerful spiritual heritage within. As she returns to her Master’s home and family, a new evil awaits: deadly, rapidly spreading affliction, befalling everyone who helped her escape the tyrant Alaric Khan.Her Sanraethi rescuers succumb to a malady marked by overbearing pain... moreRevenge strikes hardest at the heart of desire.Sadira’s escaped dark curses before. She’s left behind a world of snakes and heretics, endured violent judgment for her sinful love of agony, and discovered a powerful spiritual heritage within. As she returns to her Master’s home and family, a new evil awaits: deadly, rapidly spreading affliction, befalling everyone who helped her escape the tyrant Alaric Khan.Her Sanraethi rescuers succumb to a malady marked by overbearing pain. The symptoms grow worse with each successive victim, and rumors spread that Sadira, perverse devotee of pain and pleasure, is to blame. Barely familiar with her new magical talent—guided by her Master and protector, Bannon Sha’kurukh—Sadira races to discover a cure for the killing curse, before more warriors die.Sadira’s powers are far from infinite, and each time she draws upon the magic, she offers part of herself in return. When those closest to her become victims, Sadira can only hope she has the strength—and spirit—to save them. less

The final clash of gods and kings is nigh.Sadira and her barbarian Master Bannon have traveled distant continents, battled fantastic monsters, and discovered primal power in their intense, unbridled desires. Now, on the day they stand together to make the ultimate declaration of their love, a surprise wedding guest arrives to throw the joyous occasion into chaos... moreThe final clash of gods and kings is nigh.Sadira and her barbarian Master Bannon have traveled distant continents, battled fantastic monsters, and discovered primal power in their intense, unbridled desires. Now, on the day they stand together to make the ultimate declaration of their love, a surprise wedding guest arrives to throw the joyous occasion into chaos.Lured by false pretenses to the Sanraethi capital, Sadira is thrown into a battle against a monster masquerading as a benevolent goddess: the demonic force behind Alaric Khan, the servants of Akolet, and the faith of an entire nation. Driven by a destiny she has only just begun to understand, Sadira must uncover the deadly plot to destroy her people, though it may strip her of her allies, her power… even her beloved Master.The ultimate truth awaits Sadira at the feet of the barbarian King... a man who holds her life, and the lives of all those she loves, in his grasp. less