Reviewer: Jenene
**** Stars
#Orion #TashaBlack
Hailey always thought she was a member of the noble poor in Arkadia’s underworld. Her family’s farm might be struggling, but as the designated produce runner, she is reminded how lucky she is every time she brings donations to the village children’s home. But when Hailey learns that the family business isn’t what it seems, she knows she has to get away fast. Orion follows the rules. It’s the only option if he wants to be elected the King’s ambassador. But when a single night of fun in the Outer Rings lands him with an unexpected heir on his doorstep, Orion must take action, and fast. Since the little one’s biological mother can’t be found, he opts to sponsor a bride from the underworld.
Haileys family is from lower Arkadia and though they are not wealthy, they manage to get by and even help those around them. Unfortunately Hailey's generous heart brings her family secrets to light in a spectacular way. She has to leave to keep her and her family safe. While looking for a place to hide she stumbles upon a dating agency.
Orion has worked hard to become an ambassador. He has lead in trying to bring jobs and ways to bring more income into lower Arkadia. Most people think he is cold and distant, but those closest to him and those who he has helped know the truth. Orion wants to help others without it turning into a publicity stunt. But one day a nights a fun he had with a stranger comes back to haunt him. He must try to find a bride to complete his family and help him become ambassador. For this he decides to enlist the help of a dating agency.
Overall I give this book a solid 4stars. There were parts I loved, parts that seemed out of place and parts where I wanted more. Overall this is a good quick read. The main characters were likeable and there was an instant connection between Orion and Hailey that you can feel. There were definitely a few heated scenes and some tender moments. The book has A HEA and I would recommend it. I actually can't wait to read the couples in the rest of the series.
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The Arkadian Brides Agency is about to send Hailey to paradise.
Hailey always thought she was a member of the noble poor in Arkadia’s underworld. Her family’s farm might be struggling, but as the designated produce runner, she is reminded how lucky she is every time she brings donations to the village children’s home. But when Hailey learns that the family business isn’t what it seems, she knows she has to get away fast. The only option is the unthinkable – sell herself off as a bride to a wealthy man in the overworld to buy her family out of danger.
Orion follows the rules. It’s the only option if he wants to be elected the King’s ambassador. But when a single night of fun in the Outer Rings lands him with an unexpected heir on his doorstep, Orion must take action, and fast. Since the little one’s biological mother can’t be found, he opts to sponsor a bride from the underworld. His daughter will not be made to grow up without a mother figure. And after all, a permanent tie to Arkadia’s working class underworld could gain him essential votes. But he is determined to honor his new bride with his name and fortune, without imposing himself on her romantically.
The unlikely couple might be planning a marriage of convenience, but their shared love of little Opal brings them inexorably closer each day. When Hailey’s past threatens to catch up with her, they will be forced to face their true feelings. Will Orion sacrifice his career for love? Or will Hailey go on the run again before he gets a chance?
If you like strong women, hunky aliens, wild adventures, steamy sensual scenes, and happily-ever-afters, then you’ll love the world of Arkadia:
Arkadian Alien Mail Order Brides:
-Orion
-Titan
-Atlas