Gild By | Raven Kennedy

by Raven Kennedy is the dark, gripping first installment of the Plated Prisoner series. A reimagining of the King Midas myth, it subverts the classic legend into a tale of survival, power, and psychological complexity. The Story

The world is divided into six kingdoms, but Auren lives in a golden cage. Literally. Everything around her—and Auren herself—has been turned to gold by King Midas. To the world, she is his most prized possession; to Auren, Midas is the man who saved her from a life of poverty and fear. Gild by Raven Kennedy

This is a character-driven introduction. The world-building and Auren’s internal monologue take center stage before the explosive action of the sequels. by Raven Kennedy is the dark, gripping first

A gritty, atmospheric world where "magic" comes at a high physical and emotional cost. What to Expect Literally

Auren’s journey from a passive object to a woman reclaiming her voice.

The book deeply explores the blurred lines between love and manipulation.