: 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.

: 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

: 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.

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

The story follows a dual-perspective narrative between Malia and King Ryker:

: 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