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Narrated by Melissa Barr.
His Highness the Duke
By Michelle M. Pillow
Dragon Lords Series Book #5
The original Dragon Lords series by NYT Bestselling Author, Michelle M. Pillow.
The would-be heroine…
Aeron wants nothing more than to live out her very long, solitary life in a small metal room listening to communications for the Federation Military. It’s not glamorous. It’s not even charming. But it’s safe and there’s no chance of getting hurt.
When she intercepts a communication about an impending attack on the Qurilixian people, she has no choice but to act. No one at the Federation seems inclined to do anything and it’s up to her to save them. Desperate, she enlists the help of her degenerate sister, whose only solution is to trick Aeron into signing up as a prospective bride to the primitive aliens she’s trying to rescue.
The man who did not need saved…
Dragon-shifter nobleman Lord Bron, is not looking forward to his seventh failed attempt at a marriage ceremony. But when he sees the lovely Aeron he knows his years of waiting have finally paid off. Fate has blessed him with a life mate…
Or have they?
His new bride is insistent she’s not there for marriage, but for a mission. Dragon shifters mate for life and it’s up to Bron to convince her they are fated to be, or he’ll risk spending the rest of his days alone.
A Qurilixen World Novel
Genre & Tropes
Genre
Shifter Romance • Paranormal Romance • Romantasy • Sci-Fi Romance • Fantasy Romance • Futuristic Romance
Tropes
Fated Mates • Alpha Hero • Planet/Man in Peril • Mail Order Bride • Nobility & Royalty • Dragon Shifter
Book Details
Book Info
| Print Pages | Hours to Read | Total Words |
| 326 | 6 – 7 Hours | 57K |
| Narrator | Audiobook Length |
| Melissa Barr | 5 hours 35 minutes |
FAQs
Is this book a standalone or part of a series?
Book 5 of the Dragon Lords series, set in the Qurilixen World — an interconnected sci-fi paranormal romance universe spanning multiple connected series and 40+ books. Each Dragon Lords book stands alone with its own complete romance, but the larger world continues across Lords of the Var, Space Lords, Captured by a Dragon-Shifter, Dynasty Lords, and more series to come.
Does this book end on a cliffhanger?
No. Each Dragon Lords book delivers a complete happily ever after. The Qurilixen World continues across connected series, but every Dragon Lords novel resolves its own romance fully.
What’s the heat level?
Spicy. Steamy on-page intimacy with explicit love scenes between fated mates.
Who is this book for?
Readers who love noble alpha heroes, paranormal arranged-marriage stories with high stakes, and dragon shifters who carry the weight of duty alongside the bond of fated mates. Perfect for fans of Christine Feehan’s Dark Carpathian series and Dannika Dark’s Mageri and Crossbreed worlds — paranormal romance where the hero’s bloodline matters as much as his heart.
What’s the Dragon Lords series about?
The dragon-shifting princes have no problem with commitment. In one night, these alpha males will meet and choose their fated mates in a simplistic ceremony involving the removal of masks and the crushing of crystals. With few words spoken and the shortest, most bizarre courtship in history, they will bond to their women forever. Dragon Lords is the first installment of the Qurilixen World, an interconnected universe that includes Lords of the Var, Space Lords, Captured by a Dragon-Shifter, Dynasty Lords, and more series to come.
When was His Highness the Duke first published?
Released in 2012 as Book 5 of the Dragon Lords series. Part of the Qurilixen World — an interconnected sci-fi paranormal romance universe that has continued to grow with new series and 40+ books since.
Reading Order
SERIES BY SERIES – Author-Recommended Order
This is for reading one series at a time, in order of first-in-series publication. If you prefer, you can find a chronological timeline here. There are also reading tips if you want the full choose your own path experience! Books are released all the time, so be sure to check the Reading Order page in the menu for the most up-to-date lists and alternate reading experiences.
- Barbarian Prince
- Perfect Prince
- Dark Prince
- Warrior Prince
- His Highness the Duke
- The Stubborn Lord
- The Reluctant Lord
- The Impatient Lord
- The Dragon’s Queen
- Determined Prince
- Rebellious Prince
- Stranded with the Cajun
- Hunted by the Dragon
- Mischievous Prince
- Headstrong Prince
Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides
Falcon’s Mate
Standalone novella set in the Qurilixen Universe
Content Warnings
CW: Michelle M. Pillow’s books contain adult subject matter, graphic violence, and are not suitable for all audiences.
Book Heat Levels: Spicy
What Readers Are Saying
“Michelle M. Pillow’s Qurilixen World romances are like chocolate for my eyeballs. I fell in love with Aeron and Bron. They’re magical together.”
★★★★★
5 Stars! “It was an absolute pleasure to read this very entertaining dragon shifter romance… The plot is exceptionally intriguing & has splendid world-building with good scene descriptions.”
★★★★★
5 Stars! “Fanfreakintastic… Great characters. Funny.”
Dragon Lords Series
About the Dragon Lords Series
Books 5-8
The Noblemen dragon shifter brothers aren't new to the sacred Qurilixian bridal ceremony. After several failed attempts at finding a wife, it's hard to get excited about yet another festival. No matter how honorably they try to live, it would seem fate thinks them unworthy of such happiness... that is until now.
With very few words spoken and the shortest, most bizarre courtship in history, these dragons will bond to their women forever. And once bonded, these men won't let go...
This series is part of the Qurilixen World.
Dragon Lords Reading Order
Recognition & Reviews
★★★★☆ 4.4 · Amazon (492 reviews)
★★★★★ 5 Stars! “engaging sci-fi romance” — Marianne, Bookbub (2021)
★★★★★ 5 Stars! “The dukes are much like their cousins the princes when it comes to women so there are some funny and sad misunderstandings to work through on the way to marital bliss, but it’s a great ride and not to be missed. Love the series! Keep em comin!” — Sharon Hatt, Goodreads (2015)
★★★★★ 5 Stars! “I loved all four Dragon Princes books by Michelle M. Pillow so I was so excited to read about their royal cousins. This first book in the series did not disappoint, I loved it.” — Goodreads Reader