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Mage of the Dragon Prince
By Ariella Zoelle Writing as Zarina Aston

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Bonded Hearts, Book 1

A twist of fate brings a human mage to the past to fall in love with a dragon shifter prince. But will it also tear them apart before they can bond as fated mates?

Auslin accidentally steps back in time, where he crosses paths with Kitaro, a charming dragon shifter prince. Forced to rely on the alluring stranger, Auslin places his trust in the hands of Prince Kitaro.

When they embark on a perilous journey to return Auslin to his rightful era, the fated mates discover a love that transcends time. But dangers lurking in the shadows conspire to keep them apart, threatening to unravel their fragile bond before it fully forms.

As they navigate treacherous challenges and powerful adversaries, Auslin and Kitaro must confront the ultimate question: can their love withstand the twists of fate that brought them together, or will it ultimately be the force that tears them apart?

Mage of the Dragon Prince is the first book of the Bonded Hearts series and part of the Talwyn Saga universe. Full of dramatic twists and turns, this book will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. The story continues in future books, which will lead to a happily ever after.

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Exclusive Excerpt:

Chapter 4: Prince Kitaro

“I figure the only way I can get back to my era is to go through it again, but nothing is happening,” Auslin said. “I don’t know what to do now.”

“Although it sounds like you are reciting a legend, I can smell you are telling the truth.” It sounded like something out of one of the fantasy novels Kitaro enjoyed reading. “This is most fascinating, I must say.”

“I’m alone in a time that’s not my own, completely cut off from my brother, my friends, and my companion, with no apparent way to get back home! That’s not fascinating. It’s a nightmare!”

Completely nonplussed, Kitaro pointed out the obvious. “You are not actually alone, though. I am currently still here, am I not?”

“Well, yeah, but it’s not like you have any reason to stick around. I guess I’ll have to try and plead my case with the mages next.” Vanra hunched his shoulders in defeat.

“You would be better off speaking with my father. His knowledge is far superior and spans more millennia than the mages can fathom.”

“Oh, like he would help a mere human.”

It was a fair comment when King Tatsuki was infamous for hating them. But something in Kitaro’s gut told him that his father would be intrigued by Vanra’s story.

“Since you have yet to volunteer the identity of this mysterious relative of mine, it may be someone Father knows. I suspect that alone would be enough to pique his curiosity to listen to your tale. If he is unable or unwilling to help, then you can bother the mages, who will probably not take kindly to the fact that you trespassed on sacred ground.”

Vanra’s lower lip quivered. “I don’t know what to do.”

“You will walk through the gate once more. If that fails to return you home, then we will go to the castle in Tiora to speak with my father,” Kitaro said. “Clearly, there was a reason I was brought to that clearing to meet with you last night. Perhaps this is the reason why.” It finally made sense why his enigmatic half sister, Kizoshi, had told him to work on training his dragon form in that specific area the previous night.

With a stubborn set in his shoulders, Vanra tried once more to go through the gate, but it failed to activate. Tears gathered in his unusual purple eyes.

Kitaro stood up and offered the human his hand. “Come, Vanra. Let us find a way to get you home.”

Vanra hesitantly accepted Kitaro’s hand, who used it to pull him closer. Kitaro only let go when they reached the clearing once more. He shifted into his dragon form so they could get home faster.

He had never had anyone ride him before, so it was a curious experience. It was one more thing about the unusual human that intrigued Kitaro.

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Check out the Prequel:
Enchanter of Dragons

Bonded Hearts, Prequel

A unicorn shifter is the last of his kind. Can a royal dragon shifter save him from being hunted?

Captured by a cruel king, Fersen is close to succumbing to the shadows of despair. But hope flickers to life when General Jaega is his unexpected savior.

After Jaega’s mate was murdered during the Necromancer War, the dragon prince had given up on love. The last thing he expects to discover is his new fated mate is the last living unicorn shifter.

Fersen is finally free, but the danger isn’t over yet. The sudden arrival of his heat makes a bad situation even worse.

Jaega knows he should keep his distance like a gentleman, but how can he resist his instincts demanding they consummate their mating bond?

Enchanter of Dragons is the prequel to the Bonded Hearts series and part of the Talwyn Saga universe. It is a complete story that can be read as a standalone.

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About the Author:

With a pen as her wand and a heart full of mischief, Zarina Aston conjures up fantasy worlds where queer love knows no bounds. Her stories are like a kaleidoscope of emotions, filled with passionate encounters and heart-stopping adventures with shifters. From the first page to the last, Zarina’s books are a whirlwind of dramatic twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat, turning pages long into the night.

But sometimes Zarina’s in the mood for something with a little less angst and drama. If you’re craving light-hearted fluffy works of heart, then check out her Ariella Zoelle books as well.

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