Filthy Royal: A Dark Fated-Mates Romance
by Alison Aimes
Curl up with this steamy fated-mates, enemies-to-lovers, SciFi mafia romance series by USA TODAY BESTSELLING author Alison Aimes... The first time they met was all about pleasure. Then she betrayed him. So, now he’s back…to punish. And he plans to play dirty. Filthy, even. Meet Damien Skolov: ex-cage fighter, current family enforcer, hot-headed royal Alpha alien warlord. Sure, she broke his heart, but he’s over it now. This time, his return is all about the mission—and revenge. Then there’s Scarlett: ex-dancer, current liar, plucky survivor, protector of those she loves. Until Damien explodes back into her life, bringing chaos, vengeance, and the same forbidden need she’s tried to suppress since he left. Keeping her secrets from him is essential. Except Damien Skolov never fights fair. Filthy Royal: A Dark Fated-Mates Romance is the fourth book in the Ruthless Warlords series. It is a scorching HOT standalone, though it is recommended to read the series in order for greatest enjoyment. Like all the books in the series, it includes: A ruthless alien mafia boss An innocent heroine growing into her power A fated bond Betrayal, murder, and revenge Serious plot twists And an epic romance that proves love will always triumph over hate. Added bonus: Filthy Royal includes the Filthy Beginnings prequel so you can experience all the feels as these two fated-mates spiral from lovers to enemies to a connection so intense it defies death itself. Fans of Elisabeth Stephens, Isoellen, and Sam Hall will love this scorching romance as it includes fated mates, Omegaverse, forced proximity, female in peril, enemies to lovers, and a strong alien hero brought to his knees by an equally strong woman.
About This Book
Filthy Royal: A Dark Fated-Mates Romance is a novel by Alison Aimes, first published in 2023 by Alison Aimes. Readers can expect enemies to lovers, forced proximity; steamy heat.
At a glance
- Trope
- Enemies to Lovers
- Heat
- Steamy
- Published
- 2023
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Why You May Love This Book
You may love this if…
- When an alien mafia warlord returns for vengeance against the woman who broke his heart, their fated-mate connection threatens to ignite into an uncontrollable inferno.
- Fans of alien mafia romance
- Readers who enjoy high-stakes fated-mate dynamics
- Intense
- Features Fated Mates
This may not be ideal if…
- Readers seeking low-angst or lighthearted romance
- Requires previous series knowledge for full context
The Romance
Tropes, dynamics, and the chemistry that drives this story.
Tropes
Relationship Dynamics
Details
Type: SciFi Romance
Pairing: unknown
Power balance: Assertive/Assertive
How It Feels
The emotional landscape you'll move through while reading.
High tension, high angst.
Heat Level
Based on available metadata and editorial review.
High
Who Is This Book For?
Best for
Reading mood
May not suit
Recommended audience: Adult romance readers interested in dark SciFi and Omegaverse subgenres.
Content Guidance
The Story
Spoiler-Free Synopsis
Damien Skolov, a royal Alpha alien warlord and enforcer, is on a mission of revenge against Scarlett, a woman from his past who betrayed him. Bound as fated-mates, their reunion is fueled by unresolved desire and volatile tension. As Scarlett struggles to protect her secrets and keep her distance, Damien is determined to play dirty to reach her, forcing them into a collision course where their past history threatens their future.
Central Conflict
The tension between the leads' fated-mate bond and their current status as enemies, complicated by secrets, betrayal, and the hero's desire for revenge.
Setting
SciFi/Alien setting.
Strengths
- High-stakes emotional conflict
- Clearly defined trope set
Consider before reading
- Requires previous series knowledge for full context
Discussion Guide
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- 1
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How This Profile Was Created
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- Last reviewed:
- October 13, 2026
- Confidence:
- High confidence
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Publication Details
- Publisher
- Alison Aimes
- Published
- 2023
- Language
- English
- ISBN-13
- 9781735456676
- ISBN-10
- 1735456675
Filthy Royal: A Dark Fated-Mates Romance: quick answers
- Who wrote Filthy Royal: A Dark Fated-Mates Romance?
- Filthy Royal: A Dark Fated-Mates Romance was written by Alison Aimes.
- When was Filthy Royal: A Dark Fated-Mates Romance published?
- Filthy Royal: A Dark Fated-Mates Romance was first published in 2023 by Alison Aimes.
- How spicy is Filthy Royal: A Dark Fated-Mates Romance?
- EIKNA rates Filthy Royal: A Dark Fated-Mates Romance as steamy heat.
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