Bull Moon Rising, Royal Artifactual Guild Book 1 By Ruby Dixon

In Heart of the Minotaur, a captivating romantasy by USA Today bestselling author Ruby Dixon, Aspeth Honori finds herself in a desperate situation. As the daughter of a Holder, she understands the vital role magical artifacts play in her family’s survival. But when her father gambles away their prized possessions, Aspeth must act quickly to save her family from ruin. Determined to reclaim their lost artifacts, she decides to join the Royal Artifactual Guild, which sends adventurers into ancient ruins to recover powerful items.

However, her plan hits a major roadblock: the guild refuses to allow her to train because she’s a woman. To bypass this restriction, Aspeth hatches a clever scheme—she’ll marry a guild member who can act as her chaperone. Enter her surly, horned mentor, a minotaur with his own secrets and struggles. Unbeknownst to him, Aspeth is a noble, and if he discovers her true identity, he’ll likely reject her.

As they embark on a journey filled with dangerous tests, intrigue, and unexpected romance, Aspeth must navigate the complexities of guild politics, fend off a fortune hunter, and survive the minotaur’s impending rut. With her heart and family on the line, she must dig deep—both literally and figuratively—to uncover the truths that bind them together.

Heart of the Minotaur is a steamy tale of love, loyalty, and the lengths one woman will go to reclaim her family's legacy.