Fated to the Frost King

A brutal Frost King. A bastard fae bride. A bond neither of them wanted.

Everly Elarion never asked to be chosen. A bastard with a dangerous lineage, she’s spent her life surviving in the shadows of powerful men. Now she’s being forced to marry one.

Draven Ashwynter, the Frostgrave King, rules the Winter Court with an iron will and a heart carved from ice. Just when the kingdom teeters on the edge of ruin, the Court’s Visionary comes forth with a solution: the king’s fated mate has been found.

He’s meant to receive a match to his power. An equal. Instead, he gets Everly. She’s illegitimate, defiant, and the last woman who would ever kneel to a king.

She doesn’t trust him. He doesn’t want her. But fate never asked their permission.

As enemies close in and old magics stir beneath the ice, their cold alliance begins to thaw into something far more dangerous than desire. Because in a court ruled by frost and blood, love isn’t just a weakness.

It’s a weapon.

And when war comes for the court, it may not be the kingdom that shatters first.

Fated to the Frost King is a slow burn, enemies-to-lovers romantasy, perfect for fans of Shield of Sparrows, Carissa Broadbent, and Sarah J. Maas.

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Silver Light

For centuries, tales have told of merfolk haunting the seas, strange creatures teasing or helping sailors at their whim, occasionally having them for dinner.

And not in a cordial sense.

Alexis Silver was ahead of her time, a woman too smart to fit into society at the turn of the century. She gave up her dreams of higher education for love, marrying young, but her husband and the life she wanted perished soon after in World War I.

Heartbroken and restless, Alexis booked passage on a cruise along the West Coast in search of adventure, but adventure found her.

The ship capsized, killing everyone on board—except for her. As she drifted far beneath the waves, inexplicably alive, the reason for her survival flashed by in a streak of silver: a merman.

He had passed along the curse—or gift, as Alexis sees it.

A century later, Alexis breaks up the monotony of immortality in the Pacific Northwest by working as a private investigator. When a nice older couple hires her to find their missing son and his family, her instincts tell her this isn’t a usual missing person case.

It doesn’t take long for Alexis to realize something wicked has arrived in the Puget Sound, and if she doesn’t act fast, a little girl is going to die…

Silver Light is the first book in the Alexis Silver series of underwater-themed mysteries and adventures, and is part of the broader Vampire for Hire world.

WHAT READERS ARE SAYING:

????? “Silver Light is an engrossing story of Alexis Silver who was turned into a mermaid after a ship she was sailing on sank into the deep ocean. She has become a PI and along with the dark entity that has taken up residence in her, they become one kick-ass team of solving cases for those who need their service. If you are a fan of either of these authors or are just looking for an extraordinary new book to read, then pick up Silver Light and lose yourself in this amazing world!” —Amazon review

????? “Loved it! Rain and Cox are such great authors, their characters are so well thought out and amazing; Alexis Silver has to be one of my favorites now. Great job and highly recommend it.” —Amazon review

????? “Dang it, I wanted this book to continue on. You are in for a delightful read if you haven’t read this one by Matthew S. Cox and J.R. Rain! Alexis is another of their wonderful characters that you will fall in love with. Alexis is a mermaid who happens to be a PI with some fantastic powers to help her along the way. I need the next book soon!” —Amazon review

????? “Loved this book! I have been looking and hoping someone would write a story about a mermaid! This book is awesome! Just about to start #2! I love Alexis’s character and her co-habitant Dark Master!” —Amazon review

????? “Silver Light is Great! Having been a fan of the Samantha Moon series I sort of suspected I would enjoy this as well. Boy was I right. I actually laughed out loud several times and the interaction of Alex and her Dark Master. Thoroughly enjoyable read. If you are a fan of Sam you will enjoy this as well. And the little tie-in to the Moon series is a nice little treat.” —Amazon review

????? “An entertaining read with the twist of the main character being a mermaid private investigator. The buildup of the supernatural powers of a mermaid are well developed and draw the reader into this storyline. It is refreshing to have a new mythological entity enter the ring as a heroine. The authors spin a well thought out tale of mystery and supernatural resolution. Starting the second book right away.” —Amazon review

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Forsaken Fate

The epic conclusion to Samantha and Cadean’s story. Expect vengeance, romance, and a dark destiny finally fulfilled.

The shadow of death is hanging over me, and the queen of the fae is coming. She’s stolen my magic and is growing more powerful every day. Soon, no one will be able to oppose her—not even the Dark Wolf God.
I hold the key to his prison, but can I trust him? Can gods really change?

Forsaken fate is the final book in of a dual-POV, enemies-to-lovers romance culminating with a HEA. Prepare yourself for high-stakes action, shifting alliances, and steamy romance set in a fantasy world. If you love shifters and alpha heroes with dark souls, tortured pasts, and an obsession with the woman who could bring them to their knees, this romantasy is for you!

Spire of Shadows

Hidden high above the mortal world, Domus Academy is a secret sanctuary for cambions—the half-human, half-demon children despised by every realm. For Cassia, the academy has always been her home…and her prison.

Born with wings and a past shrouded in secrecy, Cassia has spent her life under the protection of the Elders, isolated from other students and haunted by dreams she can’t explain. When she’s finally thrust into her final year among her peers, she’s determined to prove she belongs—even if that means facing the academy’s fiercest students and their dangerous magic.

But when an intruder breaches Domus and her caretaker is murdered, Cassia’s world shatters. A sacred book containing the names and powers of every cambion is stolen—and the killer may be closer than anyone dares to admit.

To uncover the truth, Cassia must navigate deadly rivalries, forbidden alliances, and a mystery that reaches across realms. Every secret she unearths pulls her deeper into a web of betrayal, revealing that the shadows surrounding her birth may hold the key to saving—or destroying—the academy itself.

Wings. Blades. Secrets. Betrayal.
At Domus Academy, the greatest danger isn’t the monsters outside the walls—it’s the ones hiding within.

Perfect for readers who love:
? Academy fantasy and supernatural intrigue
? Enemies-to-allies tension and found-family dynamics
? Fierce heroines with hidden power
? Dark secrets, celestial politics, and slow-burning rebellion

*Please note that this book was previously published in 2019 as Demonspawn Academy: Trial One.
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Witchy Business

Witchy Business (Witch Detectives Book 1) is the first novel in a compelling paranormal witch mystery charged with wicked fun, snappy dialogue, romance, and paranormal thrills.

What do a Scottish werewolf and a missing valuable artwork have in common? They’re no match for Elle’s witchy intentions. Elle Chambers is an private investigator who solves strange cases using unconventional means. Supernatural means. Elle is an enchantress, a witch whose powers use the manipulation of people’s emotions to solve offbeat mysteries.

Elle makes the most of her enchantress powers as an insurance claims investigator in Edinburgh, Scotland. She builds barriers around her emotions, and takes refuge in her interesting cases. She is safe, successful, and a bit lonely. Until…
Elle lands her newest case and meets Niall, who is handsome, wealthy, enigmatic, and holds the key to everything Elle has been seeking. Has Elle met her magical match? Will she solve a crime or commit one? Can she overcome her fears and discover the power of pleasure? Is anything what it seems, or is anyone?

Witchy Business is a full-length novel and the first in THE WITCH DETECTIVES, a continuing paranormal romance mystery series!

What Readers are saying:

????? “Top notch mystery. This was a complicated, unique and excellent paranormal mystery. The series seems a nice mixture of fantasy and cozy mystery with a few gritty characters yet it’s not dark and depressing like some fantasy paranormal books. I really loved these characters and it’s only the first book. The authors are excellent at creating that connection between the reader and the heroine that makes a story not just good but great.” —Amazon review

????? “It had me hooked pretty much from the beginning and I absolutely did not see the ending coming. After finishing it, I immediately bought the next one and began reading it. I had to see what happened next. The heroine, Elle, is an enchantress and insurance investigator, who’s hired for a case involving a stolen piece of art and things become interesting. This is a very well written book, with interesting well-rounded characters. The action is fast-paced and I particularly enjoyed it being set in Edinburgh. If you like your female heroines to be able to think for themselves and take care of themselves, without being too perfect or one-dimensional, then this is definitely a must read for you.” —Amazon review

????? “I love the fact the main character is a witch that not only has a great amount of self control, but she also has compassion, wisdom and humility. She’s just like a normal person, doing the best she can and questioning herself in her personal life while solving a mystery. Which makes her totally believable and letting me get lost in the story. I was so sad when it was over. I’m really looking forward to more in this series. Very elegantly written!” —Amazon review

????? “Eve Paludan and Stuart Sharp brought characters to life that I could see in my mind’s eye. From the handsome Niall, the beautiful Elle, intense Evert, and cold but stunning Rebecca. This is a story of witches, warlocks and other magical creatures. There is enough magic, romance and action in this book to keep you enchanted and wanting more!” —Amazon review

????? “I loved this book! I found it hard to put down for those necessary evils of work and sleep. I just loved watching Elle become the enchantress she is, and seeing how her and Niall’s lives go together. It took a lot of different ideas about magic, witches, fairies, goblins and wove them in a way that was different from a lot of other books. I enjoyed this story so much that I had to go read books two and three!” —Amazon review

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