THE ROGUE KING is a thrilling new spin-off series perfect for fans of Donna Grant and Sherrilyn Kenyon. As a fan of Owen’s dragon shifters, FIRE’S EDGE series, I was excited to pick up this new book- and dare I say, it is even better than FIRE’S EDGE, which I also love. This new series combines the dragon shifters with other paranormal creatures and expands this delightful fantasy world.

In this book, Kasia is a phoenix who has long been hiding for hundreds of years with her mother and sisters. She has been raised to understand the dangers dragon shifters can pose to them, as there is a prophecy that a dragon king will mate a phoenix, become the high king, and rule over the dragons, bringing peace to all. Aside from dragons, other paranormal creatures are also hunting them for the supposed properties of their blood.

When Brand, a rogue dragon (meaning he does not belong to one of the color clans), is sent to determine if Kasia is a phoenix and if so, to bring her to one of the kings, he finds more than he bargained for. He feels a connection to Kasia and wants to help protect her. He convinces her to go with him to the king, but he cannot deny the romantic pull he feels for her. As they travel, they encounter all sorts of paranormal creatures, setting up for what I am sure will be some fascinating future books also.

The world-building in this book is absolutely fantastic, and I loved the dynamics between Kasia and Brand. I loved each of them separately and as a couple. There are some really steamy scenes in this book, and I absolutely loved the evolution of their relationship and the way everything comes together. The new creatures we get to see in this book are also really intriguing, and I can’t wait to explore them all more in future novels. I highly recommend this book for fans of paranormal and/or shifter romances- this is an incredible read, and I can’t recommend it enough!

Please note that I received an ARC from the publisher through netgalley. All opinions are my own.

Ohhh, this is a first read by this author for me and I really enjoyed this one. The world building was good. This is just what I look for in a paranormal read. Oh boy and the epilogue sets up for the next one and I can't wait.

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I received an advanced reader's copy of The Rogue King by Abigail Owen from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I had previously read a few other novels by Abigail Owen that I enjoyed so I held my breath a little starting this book in case it didn't measure up. Happily, it was as enjoyable as the others and there was no need to worry!

Overall, I this was a solid romance and I found it to be well written. Nothing was outside of the norm for this book genre, but the primary characters were fun. I enjoyed the primary and secondary characters' interactions and their banter to be amusing. All in all, it was a fun, quick read!

The Rogue King is a great start to a new series by Abigail Owen. Right from the prologue, the story pulls you in. You are already a witness to what a mother will do to protect their young. This is Kasia’s story.

Kasia and her three younger sisters were separated for their protection and each have been in hiding for the past year. Kasia had to come out of hiding when uncontrollable events starts to happen to her. Unfortunately, her possible lineage may have been outed and the first to find her is a rogue dragon shifter, Brand Astarot. From their first meeting, you can already see the connection between the two. But Kasia is unable to trust so she tries to run, unfortunately she was no match for Brand and his determination to bring her in.

A lot happens before the happily ever after for Kasia and Brand, despite their attraction and amazing chemistry, it is Brand’s mission for revenge that keeps them apart. It was actually really frustrating for me waiting for the two of them to figure out what they mean to each other. There is some heartbreak, tough decisions that are made, and some intense battle scenes but they eventually get their HEA.

Despite my frustrations with Brand, the action packed scenes and the great banter between Kasia and Brand definitely kept my interest. I really enjoyed their story and after that epilogue, I can’t wait for the next in this series.

Thank you Netgalley and Entangled Publishing for giving me the opportunity to read this complimentary copy. All opinions are my own.

This is book 1 in the Inferno Rising series. It's about Brand Astarot and Kasia Amon. Brand is a rogue who has been sent to find the one being who is basically a one way ticket to the high throne. Delivering her to the Blood King will earn him a place in the clan and move him one step closer to giving him his chance at retribution. Kasia has been in hiding her whole life and is just trying to not only survive but to try to stay out of the hands of the dragons. What she never expects is for her kidnapper/protector to become someone that she comes to care about. But can he truly be trusted?

This is the first book I have read by this author and it definitely won't be the last one! I absolutely loved it! Kasia has this perfect attitude and I absolutely loved everything about her!! Even with everything that has happened since before her birth, she still manages to find things to make herself somewhat happy. Brand has been through absolute hell and still hasn't learned to let go of his need for revenge. However, he is finally learning that there are more important things than revenge. And reading about his struggles just makes you love him even more. I can't wait for the next book in this series and it is a definite must read for me!

I received an arc copy of this book from NetGalley for my honest review. This book series follows along with the author’s dragon king series Fire’s Edge, but has a nice little twist with many more types of paranormal characters. Kasia is a Phoenix having just come into her powers upon her mother’s death. Brand is a rogue dragon looking for revenge. Their relationship is a gradual build, instead of an instaromance with a nice blend of attraction and humor. Along their journey Brand comes to realize that revenge, while satisfying is not all life is about and Kasia learns to trust her partner. And the heat between the two can light a fire (literally). While you do not necessarily need to read the Fire’s Edge series first it does explain some of the behind the scene aspects. This was a great book and I hope Landon’s story comes out next (hopefully soon). 5 stars

This novel was a great read to start the series. There are many different magical creatures in this novel, if you enjoy that. I loved the interaction between Kasia and Brand, both stubborn and determined. Kasia is a phoenix and is running from the evil that killed her parents. She and her sisters were separated just before her mother was killed, to protect them. Kasia has been in hiding, but someone leaked out her location. Brand, a dragon shifter, found her first and was immediately attracted to her. Kasia has seen him from her visions and knew he would protect her. As they travel to bring Kasia to the king of the Blue Clan, neither can deny the passion and sparks between them. Brand wants revenge to those who killed his parents, leaving him alone and classified as a rogue, yet hiding in plain sight. Kasia wants to do what is right to protect her sisters, yet cannot deny her heart. Whomever mates the phoenix will be the high king and many want Kasia. Brand wants to belong to a clan, yet he cannot the truth to what he feels towards Kasia. When past truths are revealed, Kasia is deeply hurt. The battle for Kasia is on and I cannot wait to read the next novel in the series and discover what Kasia's sisters have been up to!

I loved Kasia! She was spirited, resourceful, and full of surprises! She made no bones about having an opinion and when facing a roomful of dragon shifters, that’s saying something! She also had the coolest creature for a pet, even if he left a smoky smell behind. And then there’s Brand. He was awesome! A rogue dragon shifter with a mercenary status and hidden secrets, even other shifters don’t really mess with him. He also underestimated Kasia once, but it was enough for him to figure out he’s met his match. Too bad he’s retrieving her for someone else and not himself...

Brand and Kasia’s connection was sweltering hot and their interactions had me smiling like crazy. Even when things were serious, since I never knew what these two would do next! Since trouble always seemed to find Kasia, I also knew I was in for a wild ride! And I kept my fingers crossed Brand would realize what he’d be missing out on if he truly did his job.

I literally devoured this book in a few hours! The Rogue King was a thrilling read! There’s so much happening in this book, but what stood out...a few spies, lots of secrets, some sexy, protective dragon shifters, wolf shifters, a fantastic battle with really mad dragons, and a smoking hot romance that could burn the ground down! This is book one of the Inferno Rising series and according to the author’s newsletter, is a crossover story from the Fire’s Edge series. While I think this book could be read by itself, I believe there would be more enjoyment if you start with the previous series.

Then again, who needs an excuse to read about dragon shifters?!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.