The Cynical Orc's Radiant BrideA monster romance short read

He is the cynical orc treasurer who trusts numbers more than people. I am the one variable he can’t calculate.

The Hallow needs glass for a greenhouse that can survive the brutal mountain winter.

Only I know how to make it.

When Kaelen proposes I come to the Hallow to teach their glassblowers for a handsome price, I decline but make a counteroffer.

A treaty marriage—that’s my price.

I refuse to spend the rest of my life as my father’s political pawn in the south. If the Hallow wants my skills, I want a husband who will give me the freedom to use them.

Kaelen agrees to my terms. Then we get married.

Unfortunately, my new husband is a grumpy orc who believes every problem can be solved with careful planning, sensible compromises, and a well-balanced ledger.

I believe in taking risks. He believes in keeping me safely behind walls.

Neither of us expects the sparks between us to ignite something no ledger can contain.

But when rogue orcs come for my sister, Kaelen shows me exactly what kind of male hides beneath all that grumbling: fiercely protective, devastatingly possessive, and willing to tear apart the mountains to bring me home.
Our marriage began as a cold transaction. Our bond is fast becoming something far more dangerous.

Because the cynical orc I chose for my husband is starting to look less like the price of my freedom... and more like the home I’ve always wanted.

A spicy orc monster romance featuring a grumpy hero, sunshine heroine, arranged/treaty marriage, opposites attract, forced proximity, protective possessive orc, found family, strong heroine, and a happily-ever-after.

Each book in the Grumpy Orcs of Evergreen Hallow series is a standalone romance following a new couple, but the overarching story, recurring cameos, and valley chaos are best enjoyed in order!