Abducted by the Ruthless Royal Series by Robin O'Connor, Bella Blair, Chloe Graves, Lara Roth, Luna Hunter

I uphold Goblin law, but for her, I'll break it. Even if it costs me my Empire.SABRINAAs a xenoarchaeologist I’m ready for the expedition of lifetime; to find out the secrets of the ancient Goblin empire. Going rogue on a wild hunch, I stumble upon a civilization so advanced it makes others appear primitive. But nothing in my academic arsenal prepares me for what is to come... moreI uphold Goblin law, but for her, I'll break it. Even if it costs me my Empire.SABRINAAs a xenoarchaeologist I’m ready for the expedition of lifetime; to find out the secrets of the ancient Goblin empire. Going rogue on a wild hunch, I stumble upon a civilization so advanced it makes others appear primitive. But nothing in my academic arsenal prepares me for what is to come.Condemned as a trespasser, I face the savage justice of the Goblin King, an alien whose brutal charm is as frightening as he is tempting. The Goblin Credo demands my death but when he chooses to makes me his bride instead, I need more than my studies to get out of this bind.ZAREKHidden in the vastness of the universe for centuries, my empire now wallows in mundanity. My court demands I take a bride but the options are… beneath me. So, when a human female breaches my carefully concealed kingdom, she stirs more than my curiosity.Duty demands I kill her. But what’s the rush? As pressures mount and loyalties waver, I find my rule tested. Choosing Sabrina reshapes the foundations of my empire as I’m bound by duty, but captivated by desire.This novella is part of the Abducted by the Ruthless Royal series. This steamy sci-fi romance features an alpha king, his rebellious academic heroine, and a steamy HEA. less

Unlucky in love until a king snares her in his claws and claims her as his ownSeraiahArboriculturist Seraiah Vedure gift for growing things doesn’t translate to cultivating love. But she’s done settling. Needing space, she runs to the sanctuary of her beloved orchard and crashes into the unyielding frame of the neighboring territory’s king. He’s tall. He’s sizzling hot... moreUnlucky in love until a king snares her in his claws and claims her as his ownSeraiahArboriculturist Seraiah Vedure gift for growing things doesn’t translate to cultivating love. But she’s done settling. Needing space, she runs to the sanctuary of her beloved orchard and crashes into the unyielding frame of the neighboring territory’s king. He’s tall. He’s sizzling hot.He’s abducting her?Trapped with this royal who claims she’s his kingdom’s savior isn’t exactly the love connection she hoped for. Except, even as she plans her escape, she has to admit she feels drawn towards the golden-eyed cat king who purrs when she’s near and who wants to make her his queen.ZarinLegend says when the ancient trees fall, so goes the kingdom. Felida King Zarin Aurata isn’t about to let that happen, not after all he’s sacrificed to protect his people. When a lucrative diplomatic trip hands him the arboreal expert he desperately needs, he pounces. He never expected the gorgeous woman to be his true mate.Reprising his people’s bygone tradition of bride theft, he steals her away and claims her as his queen. Now, he needs to convince her that his love is true and, if she opens her heart, he’ll give her everything she desires.Part of the Abducted by the Ruthless Royal series, this spicy sci-fi romance novella features a tree-loving, hopeless romantic heroine; a soft-for-her, growly hero; and an HEA. It can be read as a standalone or as a crossover with the Protectors of Cinzia series by Mary Ashe. less

I’m at the mercy of a Minotaur.I thought I found the treasure of a The untouched ruins of an ancient civilization, ready to be plundered for its many riches.I mean, studied. For science. I’m not a thief or anything.Instead, the Minotaur King abducts me.At first I worry I will be executed for my crimes, but it’s worse. Much worse.The Minotaur King is going to marry me.Taken by the Minotaur King is a standalone novella and part of the Abducted by the Ruthless Royal series... moreI’m at the mercy of a Minotaur.I thought I found the treasure of a The untouched ruins of an ancient civilization, ready to be plundered for its many riches.I mean, studied. For science. I’m not a thief or anything.Instead, the Minotaur King abducts me.At first I worry I will be executed for my crimes, but it’s worse. Much worse.The Minotaur King is going to marry me.Taken by the Minotaur King is a standalone novella and part of the Abducted by the Ruthless Royal series. This steamy sci-fi monster romance features a stubborn heroine, a possessive minotaur, and a sizzling HEA! less

The more I resist, the tighter his shadows coil around me...AyanaEverything I've ever loved has been stolen from me. My family. My settlement. Even my freedom, after the Matriarch herself placed a collar around my neck to control the magic in my veins. My days are spent healing her soldiers, only to watch them spread more bloodshed across the galaxy.Until a shadowy figure infiltrates the fortress and snatches me from my bed... moreThe more I resist, the tighter his shadows coil around me...AyanaEverything I've ever loved has been stolen from me. My family. My settlement. Even my freedom, after the Matriarch herself placed a collar around my neck to control the magic in my veins. My days are spent healing her soldiers, only to watch them spread more bloodshed across the galaxy.Until a shadowy figure infiltrates the fortress and snatches me from my bed. The dreaded Wraith king is as dangerous as he is seductive, with eyes like the evening suns and lies of my freedom on his lips. He wants my power to destroy the Matriarch, but I'll be damned if I'll trade one commanding jailer for another.SorenI'm carved from the shadows of Gamarr, a king turned predator waging war against the monster who annihilated my world. Ayana, a human Verdant with the power to bring the Venterran scum to their knees—she's the key to my revenge.Abducting her from the Matriarch's clutches was just the start; now, I have to convince her that our bond is more than a means to a bloody end. Her fiery defiance and iron will only stoke the flames of my hunger, driving me to claim her, body and soul.She sees me as no better than her previous master, but with every electric touch, every shared secret, I'll prove what I've known from the moment I first caught her scent.Ayana is my Cor Umbra, my shadow's heart, and when our power melds together, the Venterrans will be nothing but cosmic dust beneath our boots.Fire all thrusters for a world where love strikes as fast and fierce as a supernova. Taken by the Wraith King is a standalone alien romance in the Abducted by the Ruthless Royal series. For readers who crave sizzling fated mates, damsels who step up, and assassin kings not afraid to kill for their claims. less

Winning a crown was easy, winning a queen is where the real battle begins...ALICE: I imagine the worst when I'm abducted by ruthless alien slave traders. So when I'm taken to a handsome alien king and he tells me he is going to make me his queen I should be thrilled, right? Somehow though he turns all my emotions into overdrive, including desire and anger. Torn between the two, I unleash first one then the other... moreWinning a crown was easy, winning a queen is where the real battle begins...ALICE: I imagine the worst when I'm abducted by ruthless alien slave traders. So when I'm taken to a handsome alien king and he tells me he is going to make me his queen I should be thrilled, right? Somehow though he turns all my emotions into overdrive, including desire and anger. Torn between the two, I unleash first one then the other. ZAYDEN: Find a pale blonde and make her your queen or forfeit your throne, the priests decree. But resigning is out of the question after my hard-fought battle for the throne. So, I'm forced to strike an unthinkable deal with slave traders to locate the specified female. The moment I glimpse her hologram, she consumes my thoughts. She's captivating and exotic, a species entirely new to me, and I'm eager to crown her as my queen. Unfortunately, despite our instant attraction, Alice isn't keen on my plans, forcing me to employ all my battle strategies to conquer my reluctant queen and make her MINE. less

My lab and research are my life until a ruthless royal swoops in to steal me for his own purposes.CaitlynI was one of the lucky ones. That’s what I always thought. Abducted but embraced by the Aderians that fanned the flames of my passion as a scientist and a healer. I had a lab Earth-me couldn’t even dream of, and if it was a little lonely? What did it matter when I had my research.Then he happens. Kal. A body like a rock, literally. Wings like a bat, horns, and a lion’s tail... moreMy lab and research are my life until a ruthless royal swoops in to steal me for his own purposes.CaitlynI was one of the lucky ones. That’s what I always thought. Abducted but embraced by the Aderians that fanned the flames of my passion as a scientist and a healer. I had a lab Earth-me couldn’t even dream of, and if it was a little lonely? What did it matter when I had my research.Then he happens. Kal. A body like a rock, literally. Wings like a bat, horns, and a lion’s tail. He sweeps into my life in the dark of night and steals me like he has every right. His horns are like a crown on his proud head, proclaiming him a king.His passion stirs my own, but I intend to fight him tooth and nail, and get out of this with my heart in one piece.KalzudaudMy heart daughter lies dying after the latest assassination attempt, I refuse to let them steal my throne or the one bright light in my life. Kidnapping the right healer is my only choice. I can be ruthless when I have to be. Heads will roll for this.Once I have the healer in my control, I quickly discover that I need the tiny, feisty human for far more reasons than I ever imagined. She is my mate, the answer to all my prayers.Another attempt on my life sends us both into mortal danger, but a Tarkan with a mate to protect is a force to be reckoned with. A King with a mate, a child, and a throne to save? Unstoppable.This spicy sci-fi romance is part of the Abducted by the Ruthless Royal series and can be read as a standalone. It features one ruthless gargoyle king, a feisty human doctor, and a child waiting for her miracle cure. Guaranteed HEA! less