Half-fae, half-human, Ari Caelthrone has always been too much and never enough. Working nights at The Gin Room keeps her distracted, until Malichai Veythronn walks in. Dark, ruthless, and devastatingly powerful, the dragon lord of New York stirs something in her she can’t explain … a fire that feels like fate. Malichai knows exactly what it is. Ari is his mate, the one woman destined to be his. But three years ago, to protect her from enemies who would kill her for being “unworthy,” he ordered a witch to bind her side of their bond. Now the spell is breaking, and Ari is finally starting to feel the pull he’s lived with all along. But when secrets come to light and danger closes in, Malichai must prove that his obsession is more than fate… and that Ari’s choice is the only one that matters. **** MONSTERS OF NEW SHARED WORLD Monsters of New York is a sizzling paranormal romance series where passion collides with danger in the heart of the city that never sleeps. Each book introduces a new, irresistible shifter—each with its own dark secrets and primal desires. From wolves and bears to elusive creatures lurking in the shadows, these powerful beings navigate love, loyalty, and mystery in a world filled with human and supernatural monsters. Set against the backdrop of New York's vibrant streets and hidden corners, every romance is an unforgettable journey where forbidden love and heated encounters could be the death of them—or the one thing that saves them. With danger always just around the corner, the shifters must face not only the threats of their own kind but the intense pull of a love that could change everything. Uncover the secrets, feel the heat, and discover if love can tame the wildest beasts in Monsters of New York.