Bound to the Shadow Prince by Ruby Dixon is a dark fantasy romance novel that follows the story of Candra, Princess of Lios, and Nemeth, Prince of the Fellians, who are forced into a tower by their families to appease the moon goddess. Despite being deadly enemies, they form a deep bond that evolves into friendship, love, and more. The book is praised for its intriguing plot that keeps readers guessing and its unique take on enemies-to-lovers trope with a slow burn and forced proximity setting. The writing style is described as particular but engaging, with phenomenal world-building and well-developed characters.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
Content warnings include themes of forced proximity, political intrigue with elements of coercion, and possibly triggers related to sacrifice and war.
Has Romance?
Yes, the book features a high level of romance, intricately woven into the plot as the characters navigate their complex relationship.
From The Publisher:
"Fans of Dixon in particular and fantasy romance in general will delight in this dramatic world and her masterful use of the enemies-to-lovers trope as they get swept up in the political intrigue and high stakes of two countries at war." -Booklist
In order to protect her kingdom from the wrath of a vengeful goddess, Princess Candra must remain locked inside a tower for seven years. Seven long years without a friend-or a lover-by her side. And shut inside the tower with her? A Fellian, the enemy of her people, a fearsome warrior race complete with wings and claws and fangs. Nemeth is terrifying, cruel, and disturbingly magnetic. Candra should kill him for his supplies, but she's desperate for his company…and his touch.
As time inside the unchanging tower rolls on, Candra uncovers the man behind the stony facade. And when their tenure hits an unexpected snag, Candra and Nemeth are forced to make a difficult choice. They'll need to face an outside world they no longer recognize, one that threatens their lives and their surprising love.
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I was almost finished with the book but to me it became a chore to listen to them basically have sex all the time and it’s boring. Not really passionate and steamy. The plot was interesting and I wished the author spaced out the sex scenes and made it more like them longing for each others touch but they can’t because they’re 2 different species and their separate kingdoms would disapprove. Like that idea only lasted for the year that they were in the castle, next it was sex after that with a little thought to their futures.
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