Given
She's born to die. He lives to hunt.
Wren was born bearing a Mark on her forehead. She’s always known she would be Given to serve the gods in her twentieth year, and she’s eager to work for them since they keep the kingdom safe. That is until she sneaks into a Giving Ceremony and watches as her best friend is slaughtered in the name of the gods.
Horrified, Wren escapes her village under the cover of darkness. Her plan is simple: flee the kingdom and stay alive. Surviving is going well until she stumbles upon an injured, unconscious man in the woods. Unwilling to leave him to die, she heals him. Only, when he wakes, she realizes he’s a Hunter. And his prey?
Her.
Now, he’s in her debt. Inexplicably drawn to her and caught in a moral quandary, he gives her a gift: one day’s head start.
Marked Ones must be returned to the gods. It’s the law. And when the Hunter catches her, she’ll do whatever it takes to get away…
Given is the first book in The Giving Chronicles, a new slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers, epic romantasy series from the author of Tethered and A Game of Love and Betrayal.
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 Giving Chronicles
The Giving Chronicles consists of one book and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of two more books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
