Bøker av Ben Alderson

With the political intrigue and high heat of A Court of Thorns and Roses and From Blood and Ash, A Betrayal of Storms is perfect for readers who enjoy stories full of magic, romance, and adventure... but with added spice.Half-fey Robin Vale has grown up amongst humans, but that doesn’t save him from being captured for coin by fey hunters. When he’s rescued by a fey princess, he’s taken to Wychwood, the fey realm – where everyone is focused on preparing for war against the humans who hate, hunt, and kill them for coin.Robin doesn’t understand how he fits into the fey’s plans... until he’s revealed to be the lost heir to the Icethorn Court. Aided by the unclaimed, destructive power of the Winter Court, which had been thought destroyed with Robin’s mother’s death, the fey ready their numbers for complete domination of the human realm.But by claiming the throne with the help of his devastatingly handsome personal guard, Erix, Robin’s very presence opposes the long-planned invasion. Along with his allies – including Althea, a stern princess hellbent on stopping the human hunters from killing her kin – Robin is thrust into a world of betrayal, murder, and lies. He must survive long enough to have the choice: listen to fate and claim his family’s power, or let it wreak havoc on a realm that turned its back on him for becoming who he was truly meant to be.

Zacriah Trovirn is concerned with two things in life: hunting and dodging Petrer, the boy who broke his heart.Heartbreak becomes a distant concern when Zacriah is taken to the Elven capital of Thessolina, where he is forced into King Dalior's new legion of shapeshifters. But Zacriah isn't a shapeshifter. In truth, he doesn't know what he is.Zacriah joins forces with new friends and they soon find themselves embroiled in a clash between the three Elven continents. With war on the horizon, Zacriah must learn to use his latent power to fight and protect those he loves before they are destroyed.

With high stakes and even higher heat, A Deception of Courts is the third instalment in the bestselling Realm of Fey series by Ben Alderson, perfect for fans of ACOTAR by Sarah J. Maas.Robin Icethorn, King of the Winter Court, must stop The Hand, who threatens to bring forth a time of monsters. The search for the keys to free Duwar, the demon God, from his unearthly bindings has begun. Finding unlikely allies, Robin is thrust into a war of Gods, becoming no more than a pawn on the game board he never wished to be a part of. Whilst new flames crackle with electrifying power and old flames return, equally changed – Robin is forced to make decisions that would change the course of his, and his kingdoms, lives forever.

Robin Icethorn's journey continues in this thrilling sequel to A Betrayal of Storms, perfect for fans of A Court of Thorns and Roses and From Blood and Ash.Despite the deception of friends and family, Robin Icethorn has become the king he was destined to be. But enemies still surround him, some hidden behind the smiles of those he trusts. His world is thrown into chaos when the god's become more than just stories. And Robin will do anything to save his father, his last living relative. Even if that means striking up a deal with the father of the person who tried to murder him.

Lightning raced over my skin as we touched. It cascaded through the room, sparking every candle to life. I would not let death and ruin take him from me. I was not ready for this to end.The demon Lilyth has returned. With an army of shadows at her back, she claims all magic as her own, threatening to drain all light and life from the world.To stand against her, Max must unite rival gods and kingdoms that have warred for centuries. It seems impossible, but Max is not alone. Danger has forged his friends into a new family and bound him to an ice-breathing dragon.Most powerful of all is his passion for Simion. Possessed by the burning magic of the phoenixes, Simion is more heated, more unpredictable. And his desire blazes brighter than ever.But Max's bonds of love make him vulnerable. Lilyth will take anything-or anyone-from him, to get what she craves. If he hopes to defeat her, Max must be ready for any sacrifice.Can Max and Simion's passion survive the war ahead? Or will the destruction of the world they know tear them apart?Full of spicy romance, heartbreak and epic action, this series is perfect for fans of Fourth Wing, A Court of Thorns and Roses and The Serpent and the Wings of Night.See why readers love Ben Alderson's Court of Broken Bonds series: "This. Book. Packed. Punches... The magic system? The gods!?! Wow. I was truly kept on my toes the whole time. I refuse to spoil any of this but just know the last 30% is twist after twist and it's SO GOOD." @angelas.book.nook ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"I physically could not put this book down... I felt every scream, and heart-pounding gasp and cry. So beautifully written! Cool as f*ck dragons, magic, political intrigue, a badass muscly lady friend and two handsome, mysterious love interests. Literally what else do you need in a book? This is a masterpiece and I now get to suffer exquisitely whilst I wait to find out what happens next." Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Will break your heart, rebuild it, then break it again... A wild ride!" Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"I needed this. I needed him. My mind was a storm and I wanted him to take it all away." At the prestigious and competitive Saylam Academy, Max trains to master his magic, surrounded by enemies who will stop at nothing to see him fail. As he fights to survive, Max's romance with proud, passionate healer Simion grows ever more intense. But magic still ties him to Camron Calzmir, the prince who seduced and betrayed him. While the enchantment lingers, even the slightest touch from Simion could tear Max apart. To prove himself, Max enters a legendary contest that could win him the loyalty of a powerful, ice-breathing dragon. High in the mountains, he will face elemental monsters and vicious rivals. But these dangers are only the beginning. When Max returns to find Saylam consumed by rebellion, it's clear that even old friends hold dangerous secrets. An ancient plan is falling into place. And if it succeeds, whole kingdoms will burn. To survive the war that is coming, Max must be willing to sacrifice everything... Heir to Frost and Storm continues an addictive M/M fantasy romance series perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Elise Kova and C.S. Pacat. Building on the slow-burn tension of Book 1, it's packed with heart-racing steam, deadly intrigue, found family and jaw-dropping twists. See why readers love Ben Alderson's Court of Broken Bonds series: "This. Book. Packed. Punches... The magic system? The gods!?! Wow. I was truly kept on my toes the whole time. I refuse to spoil any of this but just know the last 30% is twist after twist and it's SO GOOD... When is book 2 out!? I need it now??????" @angelas.book.nook ¿¿¿¿¿ "I physically could not put this book down... I felt every scream, and heart-pounding gasp and cry. So beautifully written! Cool as f*ck dragons, magic, political intrigue, a badass muscly lady friend and two handsome, mysterious love interests. Literally what else do you need in a book? This is a masterpiece and I now get to suffer exquisitely whilst I wait to find out what happens next." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "Will break your heart, rebuild it, then break it again... A wild ride!" Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿ "I absolutely loved this book and couldn't put it down... The plot twists and character betrayals throughout the story were gripping... I didn't want this book to end!" @alecreads9 ¿¿¿¿¿ "Holy smokes I need book 2 immediately!!!... An emotional rollercoaster! I was stressed, happy, swooning, angry and hyped all at once! There were so many twists and turns-I never saw the plot twists coming!... 10/10 recommend!" @magnoliapigeonbookblurbs ¿¿¿¿¿

Married to a ruthless prince... For years, Max had to serve and obey the vicious magical nobles. Now he is one of them. When the heir to the throne attacks him, Max accidentally responds with a lethal burst of magic. Max is certain he will be executed. But his power is too rare and precious for that... Instead, the king forces him to become the boy he killed, taking on the identity and duties of the heir. That includes an arranged marriage-to the dangerously attractive Prince Camron. Living a lie, Max knows he can trust no one. Not Camron. And definitely not Simion, a handsome, dragon-riding spy sent to test his loyalty. As a deadly struggle for power begins and desire sparks, Max must protect his secret and his heart at all costs. Heir to Thorn and Flame is a passionate and page-turning fantasy romance that will have you reading late into the night. Featuring slow-burn, dark secrets, arranged marriage and found family, it is perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Elise Kova and C.S. Pacat. Previously published as The Lost Mage, this expanded version begins a series that builds in heart-pounding tension and steam. See why readers love Ben Alderson's magical M/M romances: "I CANNOT EVEN TELL YOU HOW FREAKING OBSESSED I AM WITH THIS BOOK-IT IS EVERYTHING!!!!!!!" Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"Wow, did this story take me on a journey... It was absolutely beautiful, heartbreaking, romantic, sexy, and so full of passion." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"If this is not heaven, then I don't know what is." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"I have never read a book in one sitting... until now. My god, this was incredible." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"This was such an addicting read. I'm not kidding when I say I DEVOURED it. If sleep wasn't necessary, I would've read it in one sitting." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿"All I can say is wow... This book had me an emotional wreck but it was so worth it." Goodreads reviewer ¿¿¿¿¿

From the bestselling author, Ben Alderson comes a fantastical and spicy reimagining of the Red Riding Hood tale. Alpha of Mortal Flesh is a stand alone in the Darkmourn Universe.Witch. To Darkmourn, Rhory Coleman is married to the Head of the Crimson Guard - when in reality, his husband is nothing but a monster. Since his mother was brutally murdered by rogue vampires, and his father died of a broken mind - Rhory was left in the hands of someone who was supposed to love him. Someone who vowed to protect him actually threatens his existence with every breath. Rhory must hide his innate powers alongside the bruises left by the hand of his husband. Until everything changes when a mysterious summons requests Rhory's 'unique talent'. He finds himself standing before a paranormal threat, one unlike anything Darkmourn has seen before.Wolf. Calix Grey is a monster. Everything has been taken from him. His brother, his parents, his heart. He has nothing left to fight for - until fate comes knocking on his door. He believes Rhory Coleman is the key to ensure his brother is returned home - but is the price to pay worth the pain? After years of peace between the mortal and immortals of Darkmourn - the Crimson Guard are corrupted by those who are clouded by dark pasts. Murders are left unsolved. Family secrets are tangled in a web of iron. And it will take those who lost everything to discover their truth.Even if that means unleashing a dangerous creature into the streets of their home.Although this book is set in the Darkmourn Universe, you can read it in any order although recommended in publication date.

Dragon Shifters. Undead. Revenge.Life has not been the same since the attack on the ship. Affected by the Druid's power, something dark lurks within Hadrian Vulmar, threatening the existence of those around him.Following a lead, Zacriah and Nyah head into the forest on an expedition to cure him. When they are ambushed by the living dead-bodies controlled by shadow-covered in the Druid marks, they know the Druid did not perish in the sea as they first thought. The Druid is back, and with his return comes the threat of attack.The three known Dragori are sent on a dangerous quest to stop this dark magick before Hadrian gives into his new power, and the shadowbeings end more innocent lives.