Her magic is unbound. His past is a weapon. Their fated bond is burning bright... but some truths scorch everything in their path.

Malin Neldoreth thought fleeing Media was her greatest challenge. Now, armed with newly awakened, explosive magic, she navigates a treacherous world far wilder than she imagined. Her lifeline? Will Hawkson, the captivating rogue whose quiet strength has ignited a powerful, undeniable connection – a soul bond stretching between them, promising a love deeper than she ever dreamed... but she wonders if it is real.

Destiny demands more than just passion. As they sail towards the city of Aloria, Will's brutal history crashes ashore. A vengeful fire-wielding ex. He must learn how to be a husband and a father to a son he never knew, all while avoiding pirates, monsters, and a relentless order of assassins that threaten to tear his found family apart. Malin is forced to confront the dark choices Will has made, the stark contrast between her healer's oath and his deadly past, as well as her own haunting doubts about the nature of their magical connection.

With explosive magic, gripping betrayals, and a palpable romantic tension that electrifies every page, Journey to Aloria explores the complex journey of healing shattered trust and forging authentic love. This standalone adventure in a sweeping fantasy series plunges you into a world of pirate battles, forbidden magic, found family bonds, and a love so fierce it might just be a trap.

Perfect for readers who devour steamy fantasy romance, chosen one narratives with a dark edge, fated mates that may not work out as easily as expected, and epic adventures where heroes embrace their flaws and passion knows no bounds.

• Fantasy Romance

• Steamy / Sizzling / Hot

• Magic / Magic Awakenings / Forbidden Magic / Explosive Magic

• Adventure / High-Stakes Adventure / Epic Adventure

• Rogue Hero / Strong Heroine

• Found Family / Found Family Bonds

• Soul Bond / Fated Mates / Chosen One

• Pirate Attacks / Pirate Battles

• Assassins / Religious Order

• Adult Fantasy Romance

Tropes Included

• Found Family

• Forced Proximity

• Magic Awakening

• Rogue Heroes / Strong Heroines

• Smoldering Passion / Steamy Encounters

• Fated Mates / Soul Bond

• Chosen One / Prophecy

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• Raven Kennedy's The Plated Prisoner series: Found family, strong heroine, darker themes, fantasy.

• Shelby Mahurin's Serpent & Dove series (adult fantasy romance): Forbidden magic, forced proximity, intense romance, enemies-to-lovers.