Mede is a strong-willed dragon shifter who refuses to marry. Prince Llyr wants her for himself — but with enemies gathering and time running out, can he persuade her to become his queen?

The original Dragon Lords series by NYT Bestselling Author, Michelle M. Pillow.

Mede knows three things for a fact:

- As the only female dragon-shifter of her people, she is special.
- She can kick the backside of any man.
- And she absolutely doesn’t want to marry.

Mede has spent a lifetime trying to prove she’s as strong as any male warrior. Unfortunately, being the special, rare creature she is, she’s been claimed as the future bride to nearly three dozen dragons—each one confident that when they come for her hand in marriage, fate will choose them. When the men aren’t bragging about how they’re going to marry her, they’re acting like she’s a delicate rare flower in need of their protection.

But Mede is far from a shrinking solarflower.

Prince Llyr knows four things for a fact:

- He is the future king of the dragon shifters.
- He must act honorably in all ways.
- He absolutely, positively is meant to marry Lady Mede.
- And she is dead set against marriage.

Llyr’s fate rests in the hands of a woman determined not to have any man. With a new threat emerging amongst their cat-shifting neighbors, a threat whose eyes are focused firmly on Mede, time may be running out. It is up to the prince to convince her to be his dragon queen.

A Prequel Story – A Qurilixen World Novel

Genre & Tropes

Genre
Shifter Romance • Paranormal Romance • Romantasy • Sci-Fi Romance • Fantasy Romance • Futuristic Romance

Tropes
Fated Mates • Alpha Hero • Arranged Marriage • Mail Order Bride • Nobility & Royalty • Dragon Shifter • Strong Heroine

Book Details

Book Info

Print Pages	Hours to Read	Total Words
326	6 – 7 Hours	59K

Narrator	Audiobook Length
Mason Lloyd	5 hours 32 minutes

FAQs

Is this book a standalone or part of a series?

Book 9 of the Dragon Lords series, set in the Qurilixen World — an interconnected sci-fi paranormal romance universe spanning 8 series and 40+ books. Each series stands alone but shares the same alien world.

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.

What’s the heat level?

Spicy. Expect explicit on-page intimacy, alpha dragon-shifter possessiveness, and the simmering tension of a heroine who refuses to be claimed by anyone — right up until she chooses for herself.

Who is this book for?

Readers drawn to dragon-shifter capstone romances where a fierce, independent heroine claims her place beside a future king. Mede of the Draig — the only female dragon-shifter of her people — has been claimed as the future bride to nearly three dozen men, all certain fate will choose them. Prince Llyr knows honor demands he marry her, but Mede refuses to be claimed by anyone. Perfect for fans of J.R. Ward’s Black Dagger Brotherhood and Ilona Andrews’ Hidden Legacy — paranormal worlds where alpha heroes fall hard for women who don’t bow to anyone.

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.

When was The Dragon’s Queen first published?

Originally released in August 2014. The audiobook edition narrated by Mason Lloyd released March 2015.

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.

Dragon Lords

Lords of the Var®

Dynasty Lords

Space Lords

Qurilixen Lords

Captured by a Dragon-Shifter

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

★★★★★

5 Stars! “A captivating read, great characters and plot”

Sue

Sue B. Reviews (2021)

“The Dragon’s Queen is one Kick-Butt romantic story of the woman everyone considers a rare and precious gem and the one man who sees beyond the ‘fairy tale’ to the hardcore goddess she really is… I enjoyed this book from start to finish, watching both Llyr and Mede change and move towards each other as who they are meant to be.”

Kris

Insightful Mind Reviews (2014)

★★★★★

5 Stars! “A book you can’t put down!”

Theresa Menendez

BookBub (2018)

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Dragon Lords Series

A Qurilixen World Series

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

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

★★★★☆ 4.1 · Goodreads (840 ratings)

“The Dragon’s Queen is one Kick-Butt romantic story of the woman everyone considers a rare and precious gem and the one man who sees beyond the ‘fairy tale’ to the hardcore goddess she really is… I enjoyed this book from start to finish, watching both Llyr and Mede change and move towards each other as who they are meant to be.” — Kris, Insightful Mind Reviews, August 2, 2014

5 Stars! “A book you can’t put down!” — Theresa Menendez, BookBub (2018)

5 Stars! “A captivating read, great characters and plot” — Sue, Sue B. Reviews (2021)

5 Stars! “Llyr and Mede’s story is the best so far! … Great story with an amazing reveal.” — Bookworm555, Amazon (2021)