The Longing
- Authors: Hattie Jacks
- Series: Book 1 in the Monsters of the Yeavering series
- Genres: Romance, Paranormal Romance
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- Rating: 4.2 based on 355 reviews
- Release Date: June 5, 2025
- Print length: 386 pages (Paperback)
About the book
The Longing is the first book in the Monsters of the Yeavering series by USA TODAY Bestselling Author Hattie Jacks. This retelling of the old tale of the Lambton Wyrm with a monster romance twist will charm, delight and heat you up in all the right places.
One monstrous moment... and I find myself falling for the dragon shifter... literally
Alice:
Falling into the realm of the Yeavering was not part of my life plan, especially with my aunt chasing me with a gun.
Being caught in the arms of a dragon shifter was definitely unexpected... but here we are.
The Lambton Wyrm, the most dangerous creature in the Yeavering, claims that I am his.
But he doesn't know what to do with me, considering the curse that binds us as fated mates, where he must breed with me to survive...
As if things couldn't get any worse, I have to educate the Lambton Wyrm about mating without being eaten by him, despite his attractive appearance and strong physique...
Looks like things are about to get interesting.
Fenrother:
I never wished for a fated mate, but the Yeavering bestowed one upon me.
She is my mortal enemy, a human. She is different from me, with a scent that is unfamiliar and clean. Yet, she holds the key to breaking my curse.
I disarm her and await her. Sharing a bed with her will mate us and potentially lift my curse. But when she contradicts what my books say, why should I trust her?
Despite her alluring scent, humans have been known to kill Wyrms for ages. I must resist the feelings that arise whenever she is close.
Until I learn the truth about mating...
Tropes:
- Forced proximity
- Grumpy/sunshine
- Fated mates
- IYTHIKY
- Cinnamon roll MMC
The Longing is the first book in the Monsters of the Yeavering series by USA TODAY Bestselling Author Hattie Jacks. This monster romance twist on the classic tale of the Lambton Wyrm will captivate and heat you up in all the right ways.
The series showcases monsters from the myths and legends of ancient Northumberland in the North East of England, written in British English. And of course, it's packed with steam and spice, just like all her books. Visit the author's website for full CW/TW details.