Consorts of the Dragon Queen Series by Teresa Hann

She'll win her throne, and her men, on dragonback. Orphaned princess Melaera has lived most of her life under the thumb of her abusive uncle and regent, dreaming of her eighteenth birthday, when she'll be crowned queen and forever freed of his tyranny. But as her coming-of-age approaches, she discovers that her uncle won't let go of her so easily.. moreShe'll win her throne, and her men, on dragonback. Orphaned princess Melaera has lived most of her life under the thumb of her abusive uncle and regent, dreaming of her eighteenth birthday, when she'll be crowned queen and forever freed of his tyranny. But as her coming-of-age approaches, she discovers that her uncle won't let go of her so easily... Fleeing her uncle's minions on the back of her dragon, Melaera finds her fate inextricably entangled with those of the four most dangerous, alluring men she's ever met. A brooding assassin torn between love and duty. An elven healer whose gentle nature belies his terrifying powers. A cocky adventurer with a thousand years’ worth of secrets. A ruthless general with an obsession. With their help, a fugitive, friendless princess just might find the strength to become a dragon queen. less