I’m now in a strange kingdom surrounded by liars, with no allies of my own, but I won’t sit idly by and let myself wither. Until you realize it’s about keeping you in. The thing about being confined is that you believe it’s to keep the bad out. Please note: There is explicit language and romance in this book, not suitable for those under the age of 18.īook 3 of this adult fantasy series continues in this epic story inspired by the myth of King Midas, fae, fated romance, and insurmountable greed. Return to the seductive world of magic inspired by the tale of King Midas, and get caught up in the world of Orea.

It’s an adult epic fantasy story blending romance, intrigue, and beautiful imagery. This is the captivating second book of The Plated Prisoner Series. The question is, can I out maneuver them? In the game of kings and armies, I’m the gilded pawn. I may be out of my cage, but I’m not free, not even close. When Rip turns those black eyes on me, I feel captive for an entirely different reason. But his eyes-his eyes are the most compelling of all. He has power sizzling beneath this skin and glinting spikes down his spine. The ones who nearly destroyed Orea, and wiped out Seventh Kingdom in the process. Known for his brutality on the battlefield, his viciousness is unsurpassed. They’re marching to battle, and I’m the bargaining chip that will either douse the fire or spark a war.Īt the heart of my fear, my worry, there’s him-Commander Rip. Now I’m here, a prisoner of Fourth Kingdom’s army, and I’m not sure if I’m going to make it out of this in one piece. “You want to make your life easier? Then be the caged bird that you are and sing.”įor ten years, I’ve lived in a gilded cage inside King Midas’s golden castle. It is not intended for anyone under 18 years of age. Please Note: This book contains explicit content and darker elements, including mature language, violence, and non-consensual sex. With romance, intrigue, and danger, the gilded world of Orea will grip you from the very first page. This compelling adult fantasy series is as addictive as it is unexpected. But the monsters on the other side might make me wish I’d never left. And I realize that everything I thought I knew about Midas might be wrong.īecause these bars I’m kept in, no matter how gilded, are still just a cage. Until war comes to the kingdom and a deal is struck. And even though I don’t leave the confines of the palace, I’m safe. He gave me protection, and I gave him my heart. I’m the woman he Gold-Touched to show everyone that I belong to him. Dug me out of the slums and placed me on a pedestal. In Highbell, in the castle built into the frozen mountains, everything is made of gold. Gold floors, gold walls, gold furniture, gold clothes. By bestselling author Raven Kennedy, comes the first book in a stunning new fantasy series, perfect for fans of Sarah J Maas and Jennifer L Armentrout.

Gold by raven kennedy