Happily Ever After Dark Series by Darva Green

"It was always meant to be a tale of the dragon and the devouring tree..."Sleeping Beauty meets Robin Hood in the first book of this high-heat sapphic dark romantasy duology. Rosemary Three years ago I was freed from the jailer’s cart and sentenced to a lifetime of servitude at the Briar Apothecary, located at the edge of a forest filled with devouring trees. I spend my days blending herbal remedies for my mistress and concocting poisonous treats to weed out her enemies... more"It was always meant to be a tale of the dragon and the devouring tree..."Sleeping Beauty meets Robin Hood in the first book of this high-heat sapphic dark romantasy duology. Rosemary Three years ago I was freed from the jailer’s cart and sentenced to a lifetime of servitude at the Briar Apothecary, located at the edge of a forest filled with devouring trees. I spend my days blending herbal remedies for my mistress and concocting poisonous treats to weed out her enemies. I've learned firsthand that the prince isn’t the hero the rebellion wants him to be. His careless bet invites danger to my doorstep, but it turns out a bit of danger is exactly what I need. Now I’m falling for a woman willing to be ruthless for me. The only problem is I’ll have to betray her to free my godmothers from the Ivy Keep.Can I break my own heart to save my family? Carabosse The little witch must have cast a spell on me. The job was supposed to be easy. Get the dragon eggs and be discreet. Take care of any loose ends and leave a message for the brat prince who dared to steal from the Dragon Valley.But I never expected to feel this warmth in my chest until I laid eyes on her.I've served my queen for twenty years, helping her rise to power in this realm after escaping Faerie. I'm blood-sworn to put her above all else, but now I'm questioning everything.And I'll do anything to get sweet Rosemary to safety, even if there's no chance of a happy ending for me.Can I break an oath to uphold a vow?**The Happily Ever After Dark series collects dark fairytale retellings. Each separate story is a standalone or a part of a duology. **This book contains elements fit for an 18+ audience. less

"It's time to wake up, sleeping beauty." Rosemary Locked away in the King’s City and forced into a dreamless sleep where even my wife can’t reach me, my hope is quickly wilting. When help arrives, we’re forced into a strange alliance, working alongside our enemies. Together, we might be able to overthrow Lollishire’s monarchy and restore the peace.But I feel the constant pull of the Hartwood, calling me to set the forest free... more"It's time to wake up, sleeping beauty." Rosemary Locked away in the King’s City and forced into a dreamless sleep where even my wife can’t reach me, my hope is quickly wilting. When help arrives, we’re forced into a strange alliance, working alongside our enemies. Together, we might be able to overthrow Lollishire’s monarchy and restore the peace.But I feel the constant pull of the Hartwood, calling me to set the forest free. And I’m learning there are more powerful forces than greedy kings and manipulative queens trying to keep Carabosse from me. I never meant to fall for the wraith, but now that she’s mine, I refuse to give her up that easily. I’ll defy the Goddesses themselves to reforge our destiny. Carabosse A single mistake I made over twenty years ago still keeps me from what I want more than anything—to be the one who gives my mate everything. I'll have to settle for ensuring her safety, no matter what it costs me. But even when I'm losing myself to the darkness, I can sense my wife. My little witch might be the only one who can bring me back to the light. **This is the final book in The Dragon and The Devouring Tree duology. Of Dreams and Posion must be read before Of Thorns and Wings** This book contains content intended for an 18+ audience. less