When it comes to true love, rules are meant to be broken… Dark forests and locked doors, poisoned apples and forbidden lovers . . . Bold heroines and swoon-worthy heroes break all the rules in this enchanting anthology of the fairy tales you thought you knew. Once Upon A Forbidden Desire features 20 enticing fairy tale retellings by a diverse selection of fantasy romance authors. From sweet true love’s kisses to sizzling passion, from the streets of Seattle to enchanted forests, and from poor scullery maids to a winged Prince Charming . . . If you enjoy spellbinding romance, enthralling new worlds, and stories with a taste of the forbidden, these happily ever afters will leave you spellbound. Give in to the temptation and grab your copy of Once Upon a Forbidden Desire now. This limited edition anthology celebrates the variety of the fantasy romance genre. It contains stories ranging from sweet to steamy and is recommended for an adult audience.

Step into the enchanting realm of the fae, where wishes weave a perilous dance with desire. In a world where fae magic thrives and wishes hold unimaginable power, Alex faces a choice. The rules are set by Izael, the beguiling Unseelie Duke, who presents her with a simple gamesurrender her soul with a wish within seven days or prove her indifference and gain freedom from his enchanting clutches. As the sands of time slip away, the stakes skyrocket. The sinister Unseelie King, Valroy, emerges with nefarious intentions, seeking to exploit Alex's wish to unravel the very treaty that safeguards Earth from the dark forces of the Unseelie fae. To make matters worse, newfound magical abilities transform Alex into a potential weaponone capable of unleashing chaos upon Earth and Tir nAill. With each passing moment, Izael's allure tightens its grip, drawing Alex into a web of temptation. His teal eyes flicker with an otherworldly flame, beckoning her to succumb to desires that pulse beneath the surface. But can she bear the cost of surrendering to the intoxicating charms of the snake? In this gripping fantasy romance, Alex must navigate a treacherous path between love and duty, as the clock ticks relentlessly towards an inevitable, heart-wrenching choice. From USA Today bestseller Kathryn Ann Kingsley, this steamy conclusion of the Deal of Shadows series is a sizzling tale of love, power, and deceit, perfect for fans of dark fantasy and fae romance. Follow Izael and Alex as they navigate the treacherous world of Tir n'Aill, where the only thing that's certain is that nothing is ever as it seems.