Bonded by Thorns (#1)
Four beastly princes. One awkward bookworm. An enchanted world of fae, magic, and danger.
I’ve always loved fairytales. I never imagined I’d actually be in one.
When my father wanders into the enchanted realm of the fae, I know I have to go after him. And when he gets imprisoned, I’ll do anything to save him… Even trade my freedom for his. I had no idea I’d end up imprisoned by four sexy fae who turn into beasts at night.
I have to win my freedom, and that means making a bargain with them. They must find their mates in order to break the curse. If I can help them do that, they’ll set me free. Sounds simple, right?
It’s not. Because against my better judgment, I’m starting to fall for these beastly princes. One is smart and sweet, the other mysterious and deadly, another flirty and confident, and the last prince… He’s handsome, strong, has a wicked temper, and is dead-set against breaking the curse. Why does he want to keep me here forever?
But it’s not just my freedom on the line. If I don’t break the princes’ curse soon, all the magic in the Enchanted Vale will be stolen by the evil—and stupidly hot—Prince of Thorns. And I’m not letting my princes stay cursed.
Not after I’ve fallen in love with them.
BONDED BY THORNS is a steamy adult Beauty and the Beast retelling set in a fantasy fae realm. In this version, our beautiful bookworm doesn’t have to choose between the four sexy fae princes. It is a full-length novel that is the first in a series and ends on a cliffhanger. It includes MF and MM content. It is intended for mature readers only.
Reviews
"I found myself so enraptured by the story I forgot the world of reality existed, much like the main character, Rosalina. This tale is an imaginative retelling of a tale as old as time, Beauty and the Beast, and is perfection!"
"Fun, scorching hot, and absolutely ADDICTIVE. I am obsessed with this series."Elizabeth May, #1 Sunday Times Bestselling author of The Falconer series
“My newest fantasy escape! Bonded By Thorns is a sweeping introduction to an enchanted fae world brimming with magic, mystery, and romance. Elizabeth Helen expertly combine fractured fairytales and beloved romantasy tropes to craft a compelling story with great characters.”Emily Rath, USA Today bestselling author of North is the Night
"Bonded by Thorns is a fairytale for grown-ups sinking its thorns into your heart and refusing to let go. It’s a wild, beautiful ride with steam that drips off the pages. Elizabeth Helen weaves a story where the “why choose” romance is a complex braid of roses, that'll have you thirsty for every last drop of love, even as the thorn pricks make you bleed. Prepare to be hooked until the very last word—and then left fiending for the next instalment."Lexi Esme, author of Threads of Fate
"Enchanted fae, a sexy villain, and morally grey men all wrapped up in the why-choose fantasy romance of your dreams. Beasts of Briar is the perfect series for romantasy lovers everywhere. I’m hungry for more!"Clio Evans, author of the Creature Cafe series
"This book is pure, indulgent fun. Bonded by Thorns is the decadent, grown-up fairytale we all need. From the four seasonal princes to the very sexy villain, the pitch-perfect world-building, and a heroine to root for, it has everything I want in a fantasy romance. I adored every second of it and cannot wait to see what happens in the next book!"Melissa McTernan, author of Wolf Brothers series
Awards & Accolades
#4 on the Sunday Times fiction hardback list
#84 in Kindle Store
#2 in Fantasy Romance, #2 in Fairy Tale Fantasy, #2 in Folklore categories in the Amazon store