Touch of Ice

Aldric could be a very thoughtful man at times, " ...when he broke the kiss, he touched his forehead to hers. “I am sorry, my little Dora.” He braced himself on her chair. “I want to take you right here, right now, but I have to clean up first.” I loved this book, this is going to be a series I have to one-click, well at least I hope it's going to be a series the cover does say book one.

What an interesting concept! Dragons having a soul because of the connection to a human. I loved it! Really good story, I enjoyed the whole story, but the one thing I disliked is how much of a fibber our main female lead is. It aggravated me with the ex. Other than that it was a good book and I would look forward to reading more by this author.

Okay, I must admit that I wasn't sure whether I should read this book or not because - aliens. But - dragons. You see? I was a bit torn but then the dragon part won and I started reading. And read. And read. Aaaaand...read.
I really enjoyed reading this book! A unique story, well-spun and captivating with wonderful characters.

Lord Aldric Darragon was a bit too bossy but hey, he is important right, so it's probably okay, that he behaves that way especially as he is a bit tense due to all this falling in lust (or even love?) and such stuff. Endora, on the other hand, knows exactly what he wants - protect her young (and dying) daughter no matter what.
Both of them dance to their own tune and fail to trust the other one which might just be their downfall. Or will they start to trust each other soon enough to prevent the catastrophe?

Very lovable characters and an interesting story, I can definitely recommend this book!

4,5 stars. This was sooo good. I was captivated from the first page.

This was so good - I read it in one sitting and couldn't put it down. The story and the world building drew me in and kept me. I enjoyed the growth of Aldric from overbearing to partner for Dora. If there was one thing I had to criticize, it would be that the book is too short and there was no real explanation as to how Rhyl actually saved Dora. Is it because he chose her and the other women who died from toxicity weren't really the proper mates?. I really want a dragon :) Can't wait for the next one.

I requested to read this book off NetGalley yesterday and I was so engrossed in reading it that I found myself quite taken by the fantasy world created by Mary Auclair.
Great pace, action, romance and most of all a good story line.
A good recommendation for those interested in fantasy and romance because you'll enjoy reading about Aldric's protective nature and Endora's relentless ability to push the boundaries he tries to set up for her. Thank you NetGalley and BooksGoSocial and if this is the first book in the series, sign me up for the second one.

This book was full of action and adventure, with a steamy romance, dragons, and aliens thrown in.
I really enjoyed it.

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

Wow! Brilliant storytelling with a unique and enthralling concept. She builds a detailed and stunning world for her characters. This is a book that will create a dedicated readership. Aldaric and Endora are strong individuals which makes their love story so sign worthy. Oh...and dragons. Boy oh boy does the author deliver!!! Intelligent and well written characters that leap off the page.

There's just something about dragons.

For many years, I've loved the fantasy and paranormal romance genres but any books that heavily feature dragons end up finding a special place in my heart.

I love dragons, almost as much as I'm loving this new fantasy world created by Mary Auclair.
A world where a race of beings called Dalraedon and Draekon along with their dragons, took over the earth to save it from the destruction of mankind.
In the future earth, only old memories and stories of the Earth that was, remain.

For Endora, a young mother, she cares about nothing as much as she cares for her daughter, Tallie, whose death from leukemia hovers on the horizon, her only hope for a cure lying in Dalradeon technology, which is too expensive for a human.

However, none of this stops Endora. She is determined that her daughter will not die and takes a mating contract with a Draekon, knowing that the money she's paid will be more than enough for Tallie's care.

High Lord Aldric is more, much more than Endora ever expected though.

The couple share a rough start with mixed emotions, confusion, misconceptions and misunderstandings along with deceptions but as each obstacle they face passes, the couple continue to grow stronger and closer together as does their bond with Aldric's dragon, Rhyl.

This book is full of romance and fantasy, mystery and intrigue.

I adore, not just the world that Mary Auclair has created, but the characters as well.
The least of which is Lord Emryl of Baldric whose tragedy tugged at my hearstrings and who I fervently hope gets his own HEA.

This book was a delightful read that I'll definitely be re-reading.

Highly recommended.

Fans of Jayne Rylon's Dragon Knights series may enjoy this book.

An arc of this book was obtained from Netgalley.

I loved reading it, loved everything about the story , the characters. Thinks Netgalley for giving me the chance to start an other New series,can't wait to read more by this author as well as letting me review it in change for my honest opinion

Sweetly touching and hot at the same time well written and engaging, a keeper!!

I had read a previous book by this author but didn't realize it until I got to the end. I really enjoyed the world building and characters in this book (and her previous book). I hope that we get to see more stories from this universe!

ARC - I voluntarily offered to review this book with no obligations and my opinions are hones
Endora was only trying to save her daughter.
Aldric has mate. He just need to learn how to woo her.
I loved the storytelling + the characters
The storytelling + the character's build were awesome!

To be honest, I wasn't sure if I would like this one, especially when the story starts getting into aliens taking over the human planet sort of stuff. Once I got past that, I actually had a hard time putting this one down. On the one hand, there is Endora, a human who has a child dying of cancer, and then there is Alric, the leader of their area, and his dragon. Since Endora is a match for childbirth, she gives herself in order to get the medical treatment for her daughter. Naturally they fall in love, and there is plenty of political strife going on as well. Fast paced and well written. Would highly recommend this book and author.

Wow!

A fascinating story concept executed extremely well. I enjoyed the suspense, the drama, the emotion and the love.

I voluntarily read an advanced copy.

I have been blessed! I have found another new author to read and a new series that I can sink my teeth into!

Mary Auclair is the new author and the series is Dawn of Dragons which is a post-apocalyptic sci-fi, paranormal romance which has both an historical feel but with futuristic touches that blends perfectly to make it easy to imagine the post-apocalyptic scenery and the lives of the characters that live there. The scenes are brought to brilliant life with well written words that produce the vivid imagery that makes it so the reader feels as if they are part of it, so if the author keeps this up, I will definitely be happy to read all the books she can produce.

All the characters are fascinating, strong and compelling which draw readers in and ensure that they want to know more with the hero and heroine, Aldric and Zara having lots of chemistry and a turbulent relationship with lots of emotional issues to overcome and obstacles to face in order to achieve their ever after which keeps readers glued to the pages as the rocky romance takes grows and the sizzling attraction heats up the pages.

Suspense and anticipation builds throughout the story as Endora tries to accept her situation which tugs at even the most hard hearted of heart strings while facing a man that seems to be made of ice. And then there is Aldric that finds he has a chance at his HEA but finds it hard to show his feelings and reach for it. The emotional turbulence is suspenseful enough, but together they must face an enemy that is out destroy their very lives in this steady to fast paced plot.

Touch of Ice is a gripping tale had me completely caught in its fascinating world from beginning to end and I can’t wait to read the next book.

This was a fun read if you turn your brain off because you could nitpick all day long.

Endora lives with her daughter Tallie and grandmother Henriette in a small farm. Dora sells her last pig to pay for her daughters Leukemia treatment but is told by the dr that Tallie will die. Dora decides that she has no other choice but to sell herself to a mating contract to gain enough money to fund her daughters treatment. There is a twist though. The earth is ruled by an Alien race and the mating contracts are between an Alien and a human and most women dont survive the pregnancy.

Dora is matched to the Lord of Draggon Aldric, who has a dragon called Rhyl. Dora Goes to live in his castle and fails to inform Aldric of her past. Aldric is a good man who rules over his lands with humility and grace. He and Rhyl share a unique bond, they share a soul and when one dies, so does the other. When old enemies from Aldrics home land called the Knat Kanassis come to Earth to kill all the traitors, Aldric has a battle to keep the humand and Draegon safe as well as protecting Dora from herself.

I must admit whilst i liked this book and it was certainly unique, i had to shake my head at Dora's actions and how she couldnt see things that were glaringly obvious. However it was a really fun read and was a good way to while away a few hours.

I loved this book. The story takes place long after dragon took over the world. Dragons who need mates can find a compatible match and have a child. The twist on this book is that a man and dragon are very closely intertwined. If one dies, the other one dies. When a woman gets pregnant by one of these special men, a dragon lays an egg. That dragon and baby will be connected until death. Great and new concept.
Endora's daughter is dying of leukemia and she needs dragon technology to cure her. She knows she is a match to one of these men but didn't realize it was the high lord. Lots of misunderstandings, fights, love and romance, plus throw in some old ways bad guys who do not appove of dragon men mating with humans. I got this book from NetGalley for an honest review. Loved it.

Just brilliant, I started reading this book last night and finished it this morning at 2am, I just could not put it down!!! This was my first Mary Auclair book and I can't wait for the sequel to be published. I loved everything about the book, the story, the characters just everything. I loved the dragons as well, I am currently on a fantasy reading spree if you can call it that and I love everything dragon related. I would recommend this book to all readers of fantasy. I also enjoyed the erotic elements in the story. I hope I don't have to wait too long for the sequel.

Good paranormal story with dragons.
Drama,suspense,twists,turns and romance.
Liked the characters Aldric and Endora.
Really enjoyed..

<i>I received a free, advance copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for my unbiased review. </i>

This is the first book of the series, and it is really good. From the start up to the finish. All the elements of a good PNR book are there.

What I enjoy was the concept of the bonding of the dragons life to the human. It is a complicated matter, but at the same time, a brilliant idea. Yes, it hold danger to the human that the dragon are born with, but it is totally awesome.

I love the concept of the love story too.

I look forward to the next book of the series.

Thank you to Netgalley.com and BooksGoSocial for proving me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Reading Touch of Ice: Dawn of Dragons by Mary Auclair was like taking a breath of fresh air. First, I love a good fantasy. Throw in a bit of Sci-fi and a good doze of romance and I'm so IN! This book had it all. I literally stayed up until 4:00 AM reading because I just had to know what will happen on the next page. I just needed to read another chapter - YES! It was that good... The story and world building was well done and he writing was good. I fell in love with Aldric, the High Lord... Wow - what a hottie!

Having said that... there was one thing which threw me off... Endora, our main character, was portrayed as a smart and dedicated woman. But.... toward the ending of the book, she does something really stupid which threw me off balance. No spoilers, but, there could have been a different scenario painted with Mistress Hael toward the end - that's all I'll say.... their final interaction just did not belong and did not fit well with me. Endora was smart enough to make a different choice.

Aside from this one small scene, I loved the book and truly cannot wait for the next one to be available.

I would recommend this book for upper high school grades and older. There are adult situations and explicit sexual scenes so a more mature audience is in order.

Enjoy and Happy Reading.

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