Red Planet Fated Mates Series by Miranda Martin

My heart's been frozen with loss, but can that chill survive first contact with an alien dragon-man?I lived through the unimaginable when our generation ship crashed on this red planet of doom, but my husband wasn't so lucky. Since then I've been alone, tending to my duties as a Minister, and struggling to survive every day. The unending sand and relentless heat make life on hell a challenge.Then airships arrive with more humans and alien, dragon-like warriors known as the Zmaj... moreMy heart's been frozen with loss, but can that chill survive first contact with an alien dragon-man?I lived through the unimaginable when our generation ship crashed on this red planet of doom, but my husband wasn't so lucky. Since then I've been alone, tending to my duties as a Minister, and struggling to survive every day. The unending sand and relentless heat make life on hell a challenge.Then airships arrive with more humans and alien, dragon-like warriors known as the Zmaj. Seven-foot tall, with muscles on muscles, scales, wings, and tails.As part of the delegation sent to make first contact, I never expected to be singled out by one of these otherworldly creatures. He grabs me, kisses me like I've never been kissed before, and leaves me breathless, heart racing.Can this dragon's heat melt through the numbness of my heart?Healing Her Heart is the first novella in a new spin-off series set in the world of the Red Planet Dragons of Tajss. It begins immediately after the events of the Red Planet Jungle series. It can be read and enjoyed as a stand-alone.Scroll up and one click this new adventure on the hottest planet in Sci-Fi Romance. less

My secret leaves no room for love.The generation ship crashed a year ago onto this hell planet with its two red suns and endlessly shifting sands. Those of us who survived are now trying to deal with the elements and monsters that are intent on finishing us off.The new arrivals, native aliens called Zmaj, are helping, but one of them has taken an interest in me. Me.Yes, he’s an alien, seven-foot-tall dragon-man with wings, a tail, horns, and scales. Yes, I’m interested... moreMy secret leaves no room for love.The generation ship crashed a year ago onto this hell planet with its two red suns and endlessly shifting sands. Those of us who survived are now trying to deal with the elements and monsters that are intent on finishing us off.The new arrivals, native aliens called Zmaj, are helping, but one of them has taken an interest in me. Me.Yes, he’s an alien, seven-foot-tall dragon-man with wings, a tail, horns, and scales. Yes, I’m interested. But I can not get involved. Period. I have a secret that no one can know, and flirting around with the obsessed dragon opens the door to questions that can't be asked.I’ve kept my secret for the past year, but the demanding warrior's pursuit brings too much unwanted attention. No, this alien dragon is going to have to find someone else to be his treasure.It can’t be me. The risk of discovery is too high.Secrets in Her Heart is a Forbidden Romance novella set on the steaming hot planet of Tajss. Fans of Ruby Dixon, Ava York, and Zoey Draven are sure to enjoy! less

JeanI'm stuck with Mr. Grumpy. Captain super-focused on… who knows what? Out of all the alien dragon warriors, why does he have to be the one to guide me on my mission to fix the life support? The only thing keeping us from roasting alive.CekpetI am the only one taking the threats we face seriously. My brothers may think we have escaped, but I understand the danger the Order still poses. So I focus on our defense until I am ordered to take the human female, Jean, on a mission... moreJeanI'm stuck with Mr. Grumpy. Captain super-focused on… who knows what? Out of all the alien dragon warriors, why does he have to be the one to guide me on my mission to fix the life support? The only thing keeping us from roasting alive.CekpetI am the only one taking the threats we face seriously. My brothers may think we have escaped, but I understand the danger the Order still poses. So I focus on our defense until I am ordered to take the human female, Jean, on a mission. We must embark on a treacherous journey across the deadly desert, seeking a crucial piece of the humans' crashed ship. As we traverse the unforgiving terrain, the line between my mission and the allure of a life with this female blurs. She causes too many distracting "what ifs", and it puts the survival of both our races in jeopardy. less

Love may not be simple, well, or maybe it is...Survivor’s guilt is what they call it. I don’t know about all of that, but I do know that every day is the same. I question the purpose of my existence until Captain Nyanna presents an offer too enticing to resist. An expedition with T'kali, an alien-dragon Zmaj warrior, to locate the elusive epis plant—an almost magical remedy for the blistering heat threatening humanity's continued existence on Tajss... moreLove may not be simple, well, or maybe it is...Survivor’s guilt is what they call it. I don’t know about all of that, but I do know that every day is the same. I question the purpose of my existence until Captain Nyanna presents an offer too enticing to resist. An expedition with T'kali, an alien-dragon Zmaj warrior, to locate the elusive epis plant—an almost magical remedy for the blistering heat threatening humanity's continued existence on Tajss.The journey with the seven-foot-tall, muscular, and gorgeous alien starts smoothly, his charm proving surprisingly endearing. But as fate would have it, he's seized by a hidden adversary, forcing me on the perilous path to save him.I'm determined to reclaim what's rightfully mine. T'kali might be in the clutches of our enemy, but they've taken more than his freedom—he's my heart. Failure is not an option, and I'll face unknown threats to rescue him and salvage the love that has ignited in the desert heat. less

In the unforgiving embrace of Tajss, where survival is more than just enduring, I've become Captain Nyanna, a leader born from the wreckage of our crashed ship. Life on the red planet, under the double red suns, demands more than mere existence—it requires thriving, finding hope in the barren landscape, and embracing love among the shifting sands... moreIn the unforgiving embrace of Tajss, where survival is more than just enduring, I've become Captain Nyanna, a leader born from the wreckage of our crashed ship. Life on the red planet, under the double red suns, demands more than mere existence—it requires thriving, finding hope in the barren landscape, and embracing love among the shifting sands.As the Zmaj, dragon-like aliens native to Tajss, integrate into our struggle for survival, a spark of renewed purpose ignites within our band of survivors. Love blossoms, intertwining the fates of humans and Zmaj, proving that even in the harshest of environments, hope and connection thrive.Yet, amid orchestrating the flourishing love stories of those I guide, my own heart has remained untethered. I’ve had my gaze fixed on one Zmaj in particular, but he hasn’t made his move. Now, with a mission to acquire a plant called epis that holds the key to our survival, I see my opportunity. It's time to prove that I am the treasure he has been seeking, the missing piece that completes his journey. less

The cataclysmic crash of the generation ship on the unforgiving red sands of Tajss left me marred, etching scars into my flesh and soul. The trauma hurt all of us but no one bears its physical remnants quite like me. Every waking moment feels like a battle against the memories of that fateful day, and some days, the weight of survival becomes almost unbearable.Avoiding mirrors in a desperate attempt to shield myself from the painful reminders of what I've lost and what I've become... moreThe cataclysmic crash of the generation ship on the unforgiving red sands of Tajss left me marred, etching scars into my flesh and soul. The trauma hurt all of us but no one bears its physical remnants quite like me. Every waking moment feels like a battle against the memories of that fateful day, and some days, the weight of survival becomes almost unbearable.Avoiding mirrors in a desperate attempt to shield myself from the painful reminders of what I've lost and what I've become. The reflection staring back at me serves as a haunting testament to the horror of that day, a constant reminder of the fragility of life and the mercilessness of fate.Yet, amidst the darkness that threatens to consume me, there is a flicker of hope. Provyd, one of the alien-dragon men called Zmaj. When he looks at me, for a moment at least, I forget the scars that mar my body. Could even my twisted visage find love on Tajss? less

In the golden years of my life, I find unexpected love amidst the chaos of our crashed ship's aftermath. As a matriarch of our survivors, I've known love's warmth and raised my children. Now I’m content with my quiet kitchen duties. But when I collide with a towering dragon-alien Zmaj, his mesmerizing yellow eyes ignite a spark long dormant within me."Beautiful," he murmurs, a single word that stirs emotions I thought were long behind me... moreIn the golden years of my life, I find unexpected love amidst the chaos of our crashed ship's aftermath. As a matriarch of our survivors, I've known love's warmth and raised my children. Now I’m content with my quiet kitchen duties. But when I collide with a towering dragon-alien Zmaj, his mesmerizing yellow eyes ignite a spark long dormant within me."Beautiful," he murmurs, a single word that stirs emotions I thought were long behind me. Despite my age, we're thrust together on a mission crucial to our survival. Can I resist the pull of his gaze, the allure of his touch, and keep my heart guarded against his advances? less