Black Heart: A Dragon Shifter Fantasy Romance (Dragon Brides)

Princess Mara has spent a lifetime silenced by her cruel family, but when a nightmare marriage looms on the horizon, she chooses flight over submission. Her desperate escape leads her straight into the cursed Blackwood and into the claws of a legendary dragon. Instead of a quick death, she finds herself deposited at the doorstep of the reclusive Baron Black, a man as prickly and guarded as the crumbling estate he calls home.

This enchanting dragon shifter romance masterfully blends Beauty and the Beast vibes with a compelling second-chance emotional arc. Baron Black is the ultimate grumpy hero, masking his inner turmoil with biting remarks and a cold exterior, while Mara’s burgeoning sunshine spirit begins to thaw the frost around his heart. Their forced proximity ignites a slow-burn tension that is as dangerous as it is addictive.

As secrets within the Black Estate begin to surface, Mara must decide if she is truly ready to fight for her future. When her dark past arrives to claim her, she faces a choice between the safety of her old cage and the unpredictable freedom found in the arms of a dragon. Perfect for fans of magical royalty and high-stakes passion, this standalone tale will leave you breathless.