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Desired by the Hunter

Xarc'n Warriors #9 / 15
by Lynnea Lee
Desired by the Hunter (Xarc'n Warriors #9) by Lynnea Lee
★ 10.00 / 1
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Aanya
I should never have slept with Haax’l.

The grumpy alien warrior claims he doesn’t want a mate, but now he’s glaring at me and acting super possessive. All while telling me he’s not interested.

Argh! Talk about mixed messages!

Well, he and his magnificently muscled butt, regal horns, and chiseled jaw can go take a hike, because I’m looking for a warrior who knows what he wants: me. And when I find him, I’m never letting go.

Now if only Haax’l will stop scaring everyone away.

Haax’l
When I first arrived on Earth, finding a compatible female was my priority.

But now, I’ll do anything to avoid a mate bond.

Females only make hunters weaker; I know this for a fact. Too bad my body had its own ideas.

I long to wrap my arms around Aanya and never let go, but that is exactly what I’m trying to avoid, so I warn her off with gruff words and a mean growl.

Even though I know deep down that Aanya is MINE, and I will never let her go!

This story takes place chronologically after Xarc’n Warriors Book 1-8 as well as Xarc’n Warriors: Mountain 1-6 but can be read as a stand-alone as long as you are familiar with the series. Lots of action and steam ahead, and as always, HEA guaranteed! 

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Release date: June 29, 2023
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Lynnea Lee

Lynnea Lee writes the kind of stories that pull readers out of the ordinary and drop them into the arms of alien warriors, mercenaries, and mates destined across the stars. Known for her fast-growing catalog of steamy science fiction romance, she blends heart, heat, and heroism in ways that keep fans coming back for more. Her worlds are alive with energy and emotion, where survival and desire often collide, and every love story feels both otherworldly and real.

Since the release of her first book, A Deal for Zeylum, Lynnea’s name has become a familiar one among readers who crave a mix of adventure and passion. Her popular series such as Tallean Mercenaries, Xarc’n Warriors, and Kadrixan Mates are filled with fierce heroines, growly alpha males, and high-stakes missions that test the limits of loyalty and trust. Each book carries her trademark balance of intensity and warmth, reminding readers that even in galaxies far from Earth, love still finds a way.

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Away from the page, Lynnea’s life feels just as full of character. She describes herself as a “recovered serial monogamist,” happily settled in her forever home with the man of her dreams. She has a habit of chatting with her plants, doing her makeup even when no one will see it, and giving her dog slightly too many hugs. These glimpses of her daily life show the same mix of humor and heart that runs through her writing, a love for beauty, connection, and a touch of the unexpected.

Lynnea Lee may not chase awards or publicity, but her work speaks for itself through devoted readers and expanding universes. For anyone who enjoys alien romances that are equal parts action and emotion, her stories promise a journey filled with danger, tenderness, and the thrill of falling in love among the stars.

Lynnea Lee also writes steamy paranormal romance under her Maggie Mayhem pen name

Xarc'n Warriors

Xarc'n Warriors Series

Pursued by the Warrior is the Prequel

  1. Claimed by the Hunter: Alice & Kaj’k
  2. Wanted by the Hunter: Natalie & Rajiv’k
  3. Taken by the Hunter: Connie & Jorg’k
  4. Cherished by the Hunter: Evie & Tarv’k
  5. Rescued by the Hunter: Nikki & Koriv’n
  6. Stolen by the Hunter: Meghan & Mal’k
  7. Captured by the Hunter: Tilly & Rayk’n
  8. Protected by the Hunter: Siobhan & Zec’k
  9. Desired by the Hunter: Aanya & Haax’l
  10. Coveted by the Hunter: Heather & Nov’k
  11. Craved by the Hunter: Sam & Kan’n
  12. Treasured by the Hunter: Zoey & Harb’k

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Hunter’s Valentine is a standalone novella-length story & takes place between Book 8 and 9

Hunter's Quest: Morgan & Rhaz’k is book #8.5 of Xarc'n Warriors & Book #01 of Xarc'n Warriors: Mountains.


Xarc'n Warriors consists of fourteen primary books, and includes three additional books that complement the series but are not considered mandatory reads and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

Related series Xarc'n Warriors: Mountains

Pursued by the Hunter (Xarc'n Warriors #0.5)
★ 10.00 / 1
Claimed by the Hunter (Xarc'n Warriors #1)
★ 9.00 / 1
Wanted by the Hunter (Xarc'n Warriors #2)
★ 8.00 / 1
Taken by the Hunter (Xarc'n Warriors #3)
★ 9.00 / 1
Cherished by the Hunter (Xarc'n Warriors #4)
★ 8.00 / 1
Rescued by the Hunter (Xarc'n Warriors #5)
★ 10.00 / 1
Stolen by the Hunter (Xarc'n Warriors #6)
★ 10.00 / 1
Captured by the Hunter (Xarc'n Warriors #7)
★ 10.00 / 1
Protected by the Hunter (Xarc'n Warriors #8)
★ 10.00 / 1
Hunter's Valentine: A Post-Apocalyptic Alien Romance (Xarc'n Warriors #8.5)
⧗ 10.00 / 1
Desired by the Hunter (Xarc'n Warriors #9)
★ 10.00 / 1
Coveted by the Hunter (Xarc'n Warriors #10)
★ 10.00 / 1
Craved by the Hunter (Xarc'n Warriors #11)
★ 10.00 / 1
Treasured by the Hunter (Xarc'n Warriors #12)
⧗ 9.00 / 2
Fated to the Hunter: A Post-Apocalyptic Alien Romance (Xarc'n Warriors #13)
★ 9.00 / 1
Chosen by the Hunter: A Post-Apocalyptic Alien Romance (Xarc'n Warriors #14)
★ 10.00 / 1
Xarc'n Warriors #15 (Xarc'n Warriors #15)
Unrated
Holly and the Hunter: A Post-Apocalyptic Alien Romance (Xarc'n Warriors)
★ 10.00 / 1

Reviews and Comments

07/18/2024
Chelsea K avatar
Chelsea K
706 books, 531 reviews, 229 posts
★★★★★★★★★★ 10 / 10

This was another great addition to the Xarc'n Warriors Series. This book focuses on Aanya & Haax’l while they are moving some of the members of the New Franklin group to another group who needs more help now that the New Franklin nest of scourge has been cleared. This book can be read as a standalone and while I have read other books from this series (Books 01 - 04, Books 06 & 07, 08, Book 11) I haven't read them all yet. The epilogue at the end was a really cute and mentions some characters from the Xarc'n Warriors: Mountains spin off series that I look forward to reading in the future along with Nov’k & Heather's story in the next book.Xarc'n Warriors SeriesClaimed by the Hunter: Alice & Kaj’kWanted by the Hunter: Natalie & Rajiv’kTaken by the Hunter: Connie & Jorg’kCherished by the Hunter: Evie & Tarv’kRescued by the Hunter: Nikki & Koriv’nStolen by the Hunter: Meghan & Mal’kCaptured by the Hunter: Tilly & Rayk’nHunter's Quest: Morgan & Rhaz’kProtected by the Hunter: Siobhan & Zec’kDesired by the Hunter: Aanya & Haax’lCoveted by the Hunter: Heather & Nov’kCraved by the Hunter: A Post-Apocalyptic Alien Romance: Sam & Kan’nXarc'n Warriors: Mountains SeriesHunter’s Fate: Sandy & Turr’kHunter's Quest: Morgan & Rhaz’kHunter's Price: May & Xik'nHunter's Promise: Gabby & Tal’nHunter's Wish: Sarah & Fen’kHunter's Trial: Yvette & Bre’kHunter's Bounty: Sammie & Drak’l

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