The Hunted Heir: The Veiled Kingdom Series, Book 2

Name: The Hunted Heir: The Veiled Kingdom Series, Book 2
Rating: 3.9 (15600 reviews)
Author: Holly Renee

by Holly Renee

3.9

About this book

Verena is the lost princess of Marmoris, a secret revealed that shattered the fragile foundation of the rebellion. Now, she is on the run, branded a traitor and hunted by those who once sought her as their salvation. The man leading the chase is caught in a volatile web of duty and obsession; he is commanded by his father to capture the heir to the throne responsible for his mother’s death, yet he is haunted by the intense, undeniable connection he shares with her.

As the rebellion closes in, the lines between enemy and protector blur. Verena carries dangerous truths that could topple the kingdom, but her greatest threat may be the man who refuses to let her go. He is driven by a singular, possessive resolve: he must reach her before his father does, not just to secure the rebellion’s future, but to claim the woman who has consumed his thoughts.

In a world where gods and kings collide, the hunt becomes a desperate game of survival. With every shadow hiding a new betrayal and every breath bringing them closer to a confrontation, they must decide if their connection is a weapon to be used or a destiny worth surrendering to.

Available Formats

Audiobook: $0.00 Audiobook: $0.00

View on Amazon

What readers are saying

HSMcGauley

Forbidden Romance & Adventure & Political Intrigue, Oh My!

"The Hunted Heir dives straight into the action, picking up where the jaw-dropping cliffhanger ending of The Veiled Kingdom left off—damn you, Dacre. The pulse-pounding adventure and sizzling romance will leave you breathless, furiously turning pages, and staying up way past your bedtime. And speaking of romance—buckle up, baby, because you are in for one hell of a ride. Verena is on the run once more. Barely escaping the hidden city and Dacre's stunning betrayal—which still lingers like an open wound—she must alone navigate Marmoris' treacherous landscape. Her true identity as the princess is no longer a secret; the rebellion is closing in, and her father's soldiers scour the kingdom, intent on capturing her. With no one to trust, Verena knows only two things for certain: she's a hunted woman, and her only hope for survival lies in reaching the ocean on the southern coast. She must find a ship and escape Marmoris before the rebellion, the king, or Dacre find her. For Dacre, letting Verena escape has created a maelstrom of problems. The lost princess, the rightful heir to Marmoris, is now a traitor—and he set her free. His father is hell-bent on exploiting Verena to further his own ambitions with the king, but Dacre's allegiance to the rebellion and his father is faltering. His need to protect Verena, his little traitor, burns hotter with every passing moment. Logic dictates he should despise her, yet he'll stop at nothing to keep her safe from the forces closing in around them. Holly Renee's writing is as captivating as ever, drawing you into a world of magic, political intrigue, and forbidden love. But what truly makes The Hunted Heir shine is the characters. Verena is a strong, complex heroine, desperate to find freedom and protect those she cares about. Dacre is a brooding, passionate hero, struggling to reconcile the loyalty he should have to his father's rebellion and his intense feelings for Verena. Their relationship is fraught with tension, and their chemistry is off the charts—a delicious mix of anger, passion, and hurt that adds depth to their already complicated relationship and makes every scene they share sizzle. With all that said, I wish the book had been longer. I devoured it in a few hours and was left wanting more. The cliffhanger ending DESTROYED me. First, I was sobbing uncontrollably, then I stared blankly at a wall for a bit, and now I'm partially dead inside. But even after being emotionally scarred (again—this woman and her cliffhangers), Queen Holly has cemented my devotion to this series. I need to know what happens to Verena and Dacre. Can they overcome their pasts and forge a future together? Luckily, The Rivaled Crown, book 3 in The Veiled Kingdom series, is coming to a Kindle near you on March 18, 2025. Would I recommend it? Absolutely! But only if you've read the first book in the series. With its captivating characters, breakneck plot, and STEAMY romance, The Hunted Heir will entertain and delight you. Be prepared for a wild ride full of twists and turns, a healthy dose of angsty groveling, and a major cliffhanger ending that will leave you desperate to know what happens next. NOTE: The Hunted Heir is the sequel to The Veiled Kingdom and the second book in Holly Renee's Veiled Kingdom series. To avoid spoilers, this series must be read in order. Thank you to Valentine PR, and of course, Holly Renee for the opportunity to read an advance copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. ["

September 16, 2024 Verified Purchase

Sweet Reads and Treats - Mere

Couldn't wait for it!

"I couldn’t wait to get my hands on The Hunted Heir. The story was a fantastic follow up to The Veiled Kingdom, but it left me only wanting more. This story is filled with danger, double crossing, secrets, and betrayal. Verena is on the run with danger on her heels and also all around her as the king’s guards hunt her. Dacre is also hunting her, but for very different reasons. As he discovers more about his father’s plans, he must decide if he’s on the right side of things or if he should choose his own path. I loved when Dacre and Verena reconnected, how their story and romance unfolded. And the answer regarding Verena magic is still tantalizingly out of reach, but her magic is even more intriguing. This Romantasy gives you so much and leaves you wanting more. It is light on steam, but heavy on plot. While little time passes in the story, it is still fast paced and keeps readers on their toes. Loyalties are tested and declarations made. Then the fast paced thrilling conclusion will leave you on a cliffhanger and desperately wanting more. I have really enjoyed this series despite the characters being young and the story a little outside my lane. I only wish it were finished so I could binge the whole thing. Needless to say, I will patiently wait for the next book in the series because I need to know what happens next. ["

December 21, 2024 Verified Purchase

Sara Lockie

Great Writing, Short Book

"The writing in this book is amazing. You can truly become wrapped up in the world and characters. This second book takes off right where The Veiled Kingdom ended, and you instantly feel like you’re there with them. It is a very captivating and engaging piece of work. That being said, I was expecting much more from this second book. It was so short, and again left in a huge cliff hanger. If this book were a couple hundred pages longer, it would easily be a 5 star rating. But the wait for this tiny book that didn’t leave us much was almost not worth it. ALMOST. It is still a great book, I only wish we had more. ["

August 28, 2024 Verified Purchase

Alyssa

I need more! Can’t wait for book 3

"4.5 to 5 stars ⭐️ Considering it had been about 130 days since I read The Veiled Kingdom, I really wanted to savor The Hunted Heir. However, the cliffhanger from TVK made me consume this book. It completely surpassed my expectations. Holly Renee knows how to constantly deliver action using masterful writing that transports the reader right into the story. I appreciated that the author dove more into building the enchanting world that Dacre and Verena are fighting to survive in. With book 2, Holly Renee has complicated the two-sided world of kingdom vs rebellion. Right from the start, readers can expect character growth along with views on what the corruption of power and greed looks like from both sides. Verena’s feelings on trust and her effort to understand the world around her (as well as her place in it) is very relatable. Holly Renee’s description of a sorrow caused by a loss that never heals is poetic. Her writing about the cost of power and greed is truthful. The author writes in a very understanding way. I never feel overwhelmed by any of the world building and terminology used. I would love to see more world building actually. A couple of things that could be furthered explained are the religious systems, kingdom histories, and surrounding countries or lands. However, the storyline was not lacking without this information. I throughly enjoyed what we did learn in book 2 and suspect there will be more world building in book 3. The spice and romance between the FMC and MMC was just right. Not over done but not lacking. It fit my preference. I’m deeply invested in the characters and cannot wait for the final book in the trilogy! NOTE!!!!! Be sure to read the trigger warnings. There are topics that could be sensitive to some readers. ["

August 20, 2024 Verified Purchase