The Plated Prisoner Series 5 Books Collection Set by Raven Kennedy is a captivating adult fantasy series that weaves together elements of romance, intrigue, and dark magic. The story is loosely inspired by the myth of King Midas, but with a fresh and unique twist, cantering on themes of power, control, and self-discovery. The collection includes the following five novels: Gild, Glint, Gleam, Glow, and Gold.

1. Gild:
   The story begins with Auren, a woman made entirely of gold and kept as King Midas’s treasured possession, locked away in a gilded cage. The world knows Midas for his legendary ability to turn everything he touches into gold. Auren has lived her life in confinement, cherished for her golden skin, but the truth behind her captivity is far more complex. As political machinations unfold, she begins to question the control Midas holds over her and the nature of her own power.

2. Glint:
   Auren’s journey of self-realization intensifies in Glint. As she is thrust into the wider world outside her golden cage, she is forced to confront the harsh reality of her situation. Along the way, she encounters new enemies, dangerous alliances, and uncovers deeper mysteries about the powers at play. Here, her struggle for autonomy begins, challenging not just her past but the loyalties that bind her.

3. Gleam:
   In Gleam, Auren’s transformation into a strong, independent character takes centre stage. The world around her becomes even more perilous as betrayals and conflicts intensify. She begins to understand the full extent of her abilities and the dangerous consequences of breaking free from the control of the king. The novel delves deeper into the realm of high stakes and escalating tensions, blending fantasy with romance and heart-pounding action.

4. Glow:
   By Glow, the penultimate book in the series, the stakes are at their highest. Auren faces battles both internal and external, with enemies closing in and her past haunting her. As she struggles to claim her own identity and power, her choices will determine not just her fate, but that of kingdoms and the people she cares about. Themes of love, sacrifice, and power dynamics are explored in even greater depth, pushing Auren to her limits.

5. Gold:
   Gold, the final instalment, brings the series to a dramatic and emotionally charged conclusion. Auren’s journey from a gilded prisoner to a formidable force reaches its apex. As the ultimate battle for freedom, loyalty, and love unfolds, readers are taken on a whirlwind of emotions and shocking twists. The themes of liberation, self-worth, and empowerment come full circle, as Auren faces the ultimate test of her strength and willpower.