Fated To Be King — By Skye Alder

: The connection between Malia and Ryker develops rapidly, a hallmark of Skye Alder's "steamy" and "fast-paced" writing style.

: On a dream vacation to Scotland, Malia gets lost while seeking directions and inadvertently finds herself entered into a centuries-old "Queen ceremony" at a secluded castle.

: As the King of his werewolf pack, Ryker is obligated to participate in the mating ceremony to find his queen. However, his wolf fails to react to any of the official candidates. Fated To Be King by Skye Alder

Analysis: Fated To Be King by Skye Alder Fated To Be King is the second installment in the series by Skye Alder. It is a contemporary paranormal romance that utilizes popular shifter tropes, specifically focusing on "fated mates" and "royal" pack dynamics. Core Premise & Plot

: Described as a "curvy girl with a heart of gold," she is a human outsider thrust into a world of shifter politics and ancient traditions. Major Themes and Tropes : The connection between Malia and Ryker develops

: A central mechanic where the characters are supernaturally destined for one another, despite their initial resistance.

: A stoic werewolf King who is initially cynical about the mating ceremony until he meets Malia. However, his wolf fails to react to any

: Malia has no desire to be royalty and wishes to continue her vacation. Ryker, realizing it is unsafe for her to leave the area alone, strikes a bargain: if she stays for one week to help him find a suitable Queen, he will fund the rest of her trip and her flight home. Key Characters