Barbarians / Kingdoms Book Reviews

In the Royal States of America, magic rules all, but life—and love—always finds a way. Latent horse empath. Dishwasher. Closet chef. Future king. When food poisoning sweeps through Dallas, Patrick Laycal doesn't expect a princess to show up at his door asking for his help. Her one, simple request dumps him in the middle of a Royal mess—one that could cost him far more than just his life.

After her daughter is kidnapped, Emmeline Highclere—a thirty-four-year-old mother living in isolation with memories and grief her only companion—must do everything in her limited power and divine abilities to get the girl back.

Fantasy portal MF romance: A woman wakes up in a fairytale-like world and believes she’s dreaming—until her actions trigger a centuries-old curse that could devastate the land. Now she must rely on a grumpy warrior who doesn’t trust her to keep her safe from a powerful enemy, even as the longer they travel together, the harder it becomes for her not to fall for him.

Fantasy MF romance (barbarian king + unwilling queen): Circe wakes up in a corral of women dressed for sacrifice and is taken to a barren land, where she’s unwillingly placed as queen beside King Dax Lahn. With a language barrier, brutal customs, and no clear way home, she has to survive, adapt, and find her footing in a harsh world that slowly becomes something she can love.

Fantasy MF romance (arranged marriage): Finnie crosses into a parallel universe to see her parents again, only to land in Lunwyn and be tricked into marrying The Drakkar—locking her into his frozen world.

Wholesome MF fantasy romance (arranged marriage, interspecies/“alien” vibes): A human noblewoman is married off to a non-human spare prince for political peace, and their “we’re hideous to each other” match turns into a funny, tender, medium-burn friends-to-lovers bond with strong world building, low plot, and emotion-first intimacy.

Reverse harem fantasy romance: this is book 2 of a duet, where a baker-turned-future-queen races to claim her crown and complete her magical bonds before enemies steal her power.

Reverse harem fantasy romance set in a shifter kingdom: During coronation year, a simple walk to her bakery leads Colbie to a shocking alley discovery that pulls her into danger, royal intrigue, and a very large shifter harem.

Slow burn reverse harem alien romance continues: Sal and Jase go on a solo mission that reshapes the fate of nations. This book introduces crucial characters, political intrigue, and morally gray choices, making it absolutely essential to the series—even if it requires a little patience.

MMM omegaverse romance: A Cinderella retelling with a modern twist. Prince William must choose his life partners in a contest, and Cinder—an insecure omega—finally gets his chance at happily-ever-after. Expect angst, politics, communication in the throuple, and a blend of cozy romance with social commentary.