Besides getting Shaw and Nia's story, Dragon Eternal introduces several new unknowns but in a rather incohesive way. The story also includes names of Dragon Kings not previously mentioned about whom no details are provided and whose names are not listed on Donna Grant's website. Unlike previous novels in Donna Grant's Dark World, I found this one a bit disjointed and not as clear-cut.

Con sums it up in the Epilogue when he states, "We're learning there are those on Zora with magic we've never encountered." The Epilogue is longer and more detailed than usual. It brings some events to a conclusion (Shaw and Nia) and opens others to question. This novel left me somewhat confused as it introduced many new characters without further details while hinting at new upcoming concerns for the Dragon Kings. I guess I'll just have to wait until January 2023 for the continuation of the Dragon Kings saga in Dragon Lover to find out answers to these questions and to see what else Donna Grant has in store for the Dragon Kings.

NOTE: The Kindle edition includes an excerpt from the upcoming (September 2022) Dark Alpha's Command which will tell Balladyn's story. Looking forward to it!

This is a voluntary review of an advanced copy.

I have spent more time reading the reapers series so was not too up on the Dragon Kings. Throughout the book there is plenty of background to explain what has happened so I was not lost as I read this book, but I do want to read the previous books as I had no idea that Conn and Rhi had children and didn't know it! And that they left Earth.

Shaw and Merrill are sent into the city to find out who is this mysterious Divine and stop the children being killed for having magic. Nia is sent by the Divine to find one of the Dragon Kings and seduce him and bring him to the Divine.

I do have to admit that when Shaw found the note and realized that Nia was sent to trap him, his anger was kind of funny because he and Merrill were sent to scout the city and he was not honest about who he was and what he was doing in the city at first.

Shaw and Nia are so great together and grow to trust each other and work together. They do get their HEA but there is still the unresolved issue with the children being killed and finding out who is the Divine. Also, what is behind that door??? Looking forward to the next book in the series!

Dragon Eternal is the latest steamy paranormal romance in the Dragon Kings World. This book should be read as part of the series because characters and backstories carry over from book to book. Shaw and Merrill are Dragon Kings sent to investigate atrocities in the city of Stonemore. Nia is a courtesan, enslaved to the supreme leader of the city, The Divine. Her mission is to seduce a dragon king and bring him to her leader. She soon finds that an impossible feat as Dragon Kings in all their broody righteousness are so easy to fall in love with. Shaw is a swoon-worthy hero, all hunky and brooding and Nia is a heart string puller. Their love story is steamy ridden and sweet enough to bring a sigh to the toughest of critics. All in all, Dragon Eternal is another page-turning, winning addition to the series with a semi-HEA as the overall arc is still ridden with danger and suspense . My voluntary, unbiased review is based upon a review copy from NetGalley.

Well that was an interesting twist for the Dragon Kings to handle. This new spin-off series Donna Grant began, taking her sexy, brooding, Scottish Dragon Kings to the alternate realm of Zora, home of the dragons, has become increasingly dangerous, and a little bit confusing, though I have no doubt everything will become clear in the end. The settings are exotic and interesting, the characters they meet are of course totally out of our realm of understanding, and the predicaments they find themselves in continuously are deadly and often end badly for one or more of the Kings. Shaw, King of the turquoise, has traveled to Zora with his friend Merrill at the request of Con and the twins to aid in a mission in one of human cities on the realm. He knows the mission will be dangerous, but since not much can kill a Dragon King he is willing to risk it in order to help the twins and stop the leaders of the humans who are killing all babies with magic. Shortly after he arrives he runs into the most captivating human woman he has ever seen and he is instantly drawn to her, but he has no idea the danger she poses to him and his people. Nia is on a mission from her leader, one that will finally release her from slavery and all she has to do is deliver a Dragon King. She has all the tools of seduction at her disposable, but she never could have imagined just how attracted and connected she would be to Shaw even though she knows she will have to betray him in the end. When the truth comes out they have to decide if they want to work together to defeat the evil that has infected Zora’s human population or if they will give up the new love that each of them have discovered for the other and turn their backs. I truly enjoyed reading this story, one filled with passion, betrayal, political intrigue, and love developing in the most unlikely of ways, reminding us that sometimes love comes at inconvenient times and places but should never be denied. Nia’s story was a heartbreaking one from the very beginning and one that so many could relate to in the past, but luckily not so much in our current world. Her inner strength and ability to survive emotionally and physically despite all that she went through shows that she would make a perfect mate for a King, but her sweetness and gentleness gave Shaw in particular the cushion he needed after carrying so much anger for so many millennia. Despite her plan to give Shaw up for most of the book, I found myself enjoying getting to know her and seeing her in quiet and vulnerable moments with Shaw as they learned about one another. Shaw has carried his pain and anger a LONG time and he doesn’t really let it go until he finally releases it to Nia, and that release allows him to move forward in life in a big way. He offers himself wholeheartedly to Nia as soon as he meets her, not understanding the connection but willing to embrace it, and when he learns the truth he is angry, but gives her the benefit of the doubt and lets her explain herself instead of flying off the handle, which honestly surprised and please me immensely. I loved watching how sweet and gentle he was with her, both before and after he learns about her past, and of course when he goes into battle he kicks ass and does it all to protect the woman that has captured his heart. The heat between these two was crazy from the beginning even as they each denied the full impact it would have on their futures right up until almost the end of their story. There were a few loose ends in this story, as Donna is wont to do, and I am dying to find out what will happen next with the overall plot arc, but I know whatever happens it will be a masterpiece.

Shaw is the Dragon King of the Sapphires. He and a fellow Dragon King infiltrate Stonemore to learn what they can about the city and its enigmatic ruler, the Divine. Shaw encounters a beguiling woman who tempts him from his mission. He cannot ignore the attraction that ignites between them, but there is more to Nia than he anticipated. She may be the key to getting close to the Divine. Can Shaw convince Nia to help him in his mission? Will he be able to protect her from the threats lurking in Stonemore?
Nia is one of the Divine’s favorite courtesans. She must seduce one of the two dragon kings hiding out in the city to gain her freedom. Nia happens across Shaw first, and he helps her escape the priests’ notice. She soon discovers that the dragon kings are not the monsters others have painted them to be. Nia realizes who the real villains are, and she vows to aid Shaw in his mission. Can Nia escape the Divine’s control? Or will she be another victim to the city’s immorality?
Shaw is a man who does not like to converse with others. He believes actions speak louder than words. I love the care and protectiveness Shaw devoted to Nia. He always positioned his body to the crowd to keep her from being jostled or crushed. I just found it so thoughtful and gentlemanly. What I like the most about Shaw is that he did not hold a grudge against Nia once he learned about her association with the Divine. He was angry at first; however, his comrade helped him see the situation she was in.
Nia is a survivor. Her childhood was a bleak one filled with starvation and uncertainty. I like Nia’s resourcefulness. She does not rely solely on her looks and her attributes. Nia also uses her wits to succeed in her current profession. She makes the best out of any situation handed her. What I admire the most about Nia is her resolve to help Shaw and his comrades against the Divine and the priests. She no longer wants to ignore their many injustices done to the citizens, especially children with magic.
DRAGON ETERNAL is the fourth book in Donna Grant’s latest paranormal romance series, DRAGON KINGS, a spinoff from her DARK KINGS series. I highly suggest reading the prior three books, especially DRAGON UNBOUND. They really set up the setting, a realm like Earth called Zora, and the dark undercurrents plaguing it. Each story hints at the new foe the dragon kings and their allies must face. This book picks up where DRAGON UNBOUND leaves off.
DRAGON ETERNAL is a spellbinding tale of two souls finding love during a chaotic time and overcoming incredible odds to be together. I have a sneaking suspicion on who the author plans to pair Merrill up in the next installment. I cannot wait to see if I’m right!

I've been a fan of Donna Grant's Dragon Kings books from the beginning. Seeing this new phase of their existence and the new world their learning about has been fascinating. I am always awed by the fact that Donna Grant can keep things fresh so many books in - and that no matter how many times I have read the story of the Dragon Kings life on earth - I am still learning new things.

Shaw is definitely the strong and silent type. When he is sent to go undercover inside the city that seems like a particularly awful place to live -he takes on the job with confidence. When he meets Nia - a courtesan (aka sex worker/slave and spy for the Divine) he makes an unexpectedly deep connection. He and Nia have a whirlwind relationship that quickly becomes way more than just sex.

This book is definitely solid 3.5 stars. It has a strong storyline outside the larger story as all the dragon king books do. It also did move the overarching storyline quite a bit further down the road. I also liked how there was no judgment at all for Nia's past as a sex worker (though I guess since she didn't get paid for it - even that is a stretch - basically she was in forced sexual slavery).

Overall - I think this is a solid entry into the series. Could you start here - without reading any of the other books? Yes - should you - maybe not.

I received this via Netgalley as an ARC, but these opinions are my own.

Holy dragons! Just when I think the Kings can't get any hotter, Donna Grant ups the ante. Shaw and Nia are perfection.

I'm a few books behind on this series and while this does follow an overall plot, I find it pretty easy to read the books out of order. However, you will get some spoilers this way.

This is my first look into the new "evil" that the dragon kings are encountering. I think they are worse that what Con's group encountered on Earth with the first series.

What Nia went through from a child on, is really one of the worst things a child/woman should have to endure. The divine and the priest are hiddeous and I can't wait for the dragon kings to take them down.

I love that Shaw was the one to change her life. These two were a great couple to read about and I'm looking forward to more in the series.

What an amazing world this book is set in. Dragons, Fae and even a Banshee inhabit this world. Shaw is a Dragon King sent on a fact finding mission. A new foe has made itself known. Now is a slave to the Divine. She is made into a courtesan as a child. Now she is sent to capture the heart of a Dragon King. The tale that results is hot and twisted. It's a very good read.

This is the Fourth book in the Second Dragon Kings series. We are once again set on Zora the realm of dragons, that Erith created to save them.

The new unseen foe seems to make its home in Stonemore, and that’s were Shaw and Merrill are to investigate.

Nia, a courtesan was assigned a mission to “seduce and bring a dragon king to the Divine”, for her freedom. Nia came across Shaw and this is their story.

The plot flowed so smoothly, you almost forgot that it was a set-up! A sweet romance with two characters that were unsure of the connection they shared.

There are a few interesting twist that will make you excited for the next book. And as always Grant really brought this story to life.

All thoughts and opinions are my own. I voluntarily read an advanced copy for review.

Dragon Eternal (Dragon Kings #4) by Donna Grant
Thank you Donna - another edge of my seat book. This is the story of Shaw (Dragon King) and Nia (slave of the Divine). He sneaks into Stonemore to uncover the Divine and and the threat to Zora and the Kings - also to stop the murder of children with magic. She was taken as a child to be a slave and is order to seduce a Dragon King and bring him to the Divine. There is deception, fear, evil, magic, envy, wit, tears, lots of steam, love and continuing mystery to get to their HEA. I can't wait to find out what happens next.
Reasons I enjoyed this book:
Entertaining Scary Unpredictable Page-turner Wonderful characters Romantic Easy-to-read Action-packed Witty Steamy Happily Ever After

Dragon Eternal by Donna Grant takes place in the realm of Zora, home to the decedents of the dragons who escaped Earth during the war with the humans. Merrill and Shaw are tasked with infiltrating the town of Stonemore to spy on the inhabitants and get to the bottom of the mystery regarding the killing of innocent children with magic. In an attempt to blend in an get close to the leadership, each King develops a relationship with an inhabitant of Stonemore. They need information on the threats to dragons and those who would see magic eradicated. It is a delightful story that weaves mystery, salvation, romance, and a courtesan named Nia together with just the right magic to make it a fast read that leaves you wanting more!

good story. I am really enjoying this world and the characters. learning so much about the divine. can't wait for them to be stopped.

This part of the Dragon King series. I have read every book in this series and have loved all of the. I do not know why, but I had trouble getting pulled into this story. This book is part of a series, so it left a lot of unanswered questions which will be answered in the next book I will definitely be watching for the rest of the series

Shaw, Dragon King of the sapphire and not much for talking, goes to Stoneware to determine what the “ Divine “ has in store for the Dragon Kings and Zora. Nia was dirt poor, her mother left and never came back. Her siblings die and she is taken to become a slave. Now she is a courtesan and the “ Divine “ wants her to seduce and Dragon King and then bring him to them. If she fulfills her mission, the DIVINE tells her she will get her most hearts desire….. her freedom. But Nia starts having feelings she has never experienced before and agrees to help Shaw. But will the DIVINE will do anything to get a Dragon King. I know it probably doesn’t make sense but I’m trying my best. CLIFFHANGER!!!!!!!! Sex. Shifters. Secrets. This is a vera good story. And I can’t wait to see what happens next. * Voluntarily read and reviewed this for NetGalley *