Tethered
What could be worse than an arranged marriage to a vampire prince?
When Luna is sold into marriage to the Prince of Darkness, she thinks she knows what to expect. Arranged marriages happen all the time, right? Wrong. No one could have prepared her for the reality of being married to the vampire prince.
Ever since the day he was Made, Sebastian has been living according to Queen Marguerite’s rules. After all, he’s only alive because of her. When she orders him to marry and Bind himself to Luna, a human hailing a neighboring kingdom, he has no choice. He agrees to the marriage but never expects to feel anything for Luna.
When their Binding Ceremony goes awry, and they are magically Tethered, everything is thrown into upheaval. Unable to leave each other’s presence, they must learn to live with each other. Or die.
Tethered is a slow-burn arranged marriage epic romantic fantasy and is filled with forced proximity, magical bindings, vampires, and world-building.
Tethered takes place in the same world as Of Earth and Flame. It can be enjoyed on its own or alongside The Ithenmyr Chronicles.
NOTE: This series is upper YA/NA and has moderate steam. There are some instances of violence, language, and mature situations. Recommended for ages sixteen and up.
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Elayna R. Gallea
Elayna R. Gallea crafts stories that transport readers to enchanted realms where love, magic, and destiny intertwine. Known for her evocative world-building and emotionally rich narratives, Elayna creates settings where every detail feels alive, from the thrum of ancient magic to the quiet moments of connection between characters. Her works don’t just explore fantastical lands—they delve deep into the human experience, making the extraordinary feel intimately personal.
A native of New Brunswick, Canada, Elayna grew up surrounded by nature’s serene beauty, drawing inspiration from her quiet, forested surroundings. She believes that much of her storytelling strength comes from her ability to observe the small, unspoken moments of life, which she then magnifies through the lens of magic and myth. Though her journey as a writer began with a love for reading, it was only after years of crafting stories in her mind that she felt compelled to share her worlds with others.
The Binding Chronicles
The Binding Chronicles consists of four books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
