Tempted by the Alien MercenaryA Steamy Alien Sci-fi Romance
He was built to feed on fear, but I’m the only one who ever tempted him to feel.
Frederique
I woke in a shattered stasis pod, centuries too late, on a world drowning in water and secrets. My mission? Gone. My crew? Dust. And the only being who’s kept me alive since then is an alien mercenary wrapped in living silver and danger. He’s not just terrifying, he’s mesmerizing.
I should keep my distance. I know better. But every time his dark gaze settles on me, every time that shifting symbiont flows over his skin like armor and art, I forget who I was supposed to be. His power should terrify me, but it tempts me. He tempts me.
Even when I discover the truth about my mission. Even when enemies rise and survival hangs by a thread... I still look at him and wonder what would happen if I let myself fall.
The Sineater
She calls me mercenary. Monster.
But she doesn’t run.
I was sent to kill, not to feel. My symbiont craves agony like air, but her emotions, bright and tangled, taste like hope. I want her. Not just her body, but the calm in her thoughts, the fire in her fight. I want to protect that light, even as I know I’ll destroy it.
But I am always hungry. Always feared.
And if I take what I want, I may never let her go…
Even if loving her is the one thing that could break me.
This is a standalone novel and the seventh book in the Monster Mercenary Mates series. This sci-fi monster romance features a darkly sinful ancient warrior, a plucky, bossy FMC, a mysterious animal sidekick, and a steamy HEA.
Robin O'Connor
Robin O'Connor is a writer who thrives in the wild, imaginative worlds of sci-fi and monster romance, where the stakes are high, the passion runs deep, and the heroes are as strong as they are undeniably sexy. Known for her steamy stories filled with alien heroes and quirky heroines, Robin crafts tales that combine heart-pounding adventure with sizzling chemistry, all wrapped in a fantastical universe.
Living in a house that’s equal parts cozy and chaotic, Robin shares her space with her husband, their four-year-old son, and a collection of books—hundreds of them, all hers—and computer parts that look straight out of a mad scientist’s workshop. As someone who’s always juggling a half-dozen projects at once, Robin’s home is never dull. Yet, despite her busy life, she always makes time for her readers. Whether it's posting quirky extras, sharing cover reveals, or answering fan questions, she’s active on social media, building a strong connection with her audience.
Monster Mercenary Mates
In a world where danger lurks around every corner and power comes with a price, Monster Mercenary Mates introduces readers to a universe where mercenaries aren’t just soldiers—they’re monstrous beings bound by loyalty, honor, and passion. This is a series where forbidden desires collide with fierce battles and dangerous stakes, offering a heady mix of action, romance, and unrelenting suspense.
Monster Mercenary Mates consists of nine books 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.
Reviews and Comments
This was a really enjoyable addition to the Monster Mercenary Mates series and it was interesting getting to know The Sineater better as well as his symbiont Val and human mate Frederique. The dynamics between each of them were fun to watch develop and I really enjoyed reading their story. I look forward to reading the next book in this series and getting to know Jaxin better as well as seeing who he ends up with.
I received a free advanced reader copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving a review.