Mysterious / Dark / Fantastical / Emotional

- Gild (The Plated Prisoner, 1)# is the first book in a fantasy series that reimagines the King Midas myth, weaving a unique story around the concept of power and captivity.
- Author Raven Kennedy originally gained popularity with her humorous romantic comedies before diving into the darker, more complex fantasy world of The Plated Prisoner Series.
- The Plated Prisoner Series has developed a dedicated fanbase, with readers often engaging in discussions and fan theories about the intricate plot and character developments.

Raven Kennedy's Gild receives mixed reviews. Readers praise its unique spin on the King Midas myth, engaging world-building, and strong narrative voice. However, some critique the pacing as uneven and find certain character developments lacking depth. Overall, Gild captivates with its fresh take on mythology but may not appeal to those seeking more complex character arcs.

Readers who would enjoy Gild by Raven Kennedy are fans of dark fantasy with intricate world-building and strong, flawed heroines. Comparable to enthusiasts of Sarah J. Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses series, they appreciate romantic subplots intertwined with intense political intrigue and mythological elements. Ideal for those who enjoy a blend of brutality, beauty, and emotional depth.

Gild by Raven Kennedy is a fantasy novel in the Plated Prisoner series centered on Auren, a woman with golden skin who is held captive by King Midas and must navigate a realm of intrigue and power struggles. The story explores themes of freedom, loyalty, and resilience.

**Auren**  
The protagonist and first-person narrator who was saved by Midas from a bandit attack as a child and is now trapped in a gilded cage as his prized possession, experiencing the psychological impacts of her captivity.

**King Midas**  
Once a vigilante named Tyndall, he is now the king of Sixth Kingdom, known for his ability to turn things to gold and for keeping a collection of women enslaved for his personal desires. 

**King Fulke**  
The ruler of Fifth Kingdom who is manipulated by Midas and fascinated by Auren due to her unique gold skin.

**Digby**  
Auren’s primary guard who shows a degree of care and compassion for her, protecting her wherever they travel.

**Rissa**  
One of Midas’s enslaved women, known for her beauty and professional demeanor, who initially resents but later develops a sense of camaraderie with Auren.

**Sail**  
A kind and young guard under Digby’s command who befriends Auren and treats her with respect and warmth.

**Captain Fane**  
The leader of the Red Raids pirates who poses a significant threat to Auren, exhibiting a desire to possess her as a trophy.

**Commander Rip**  
The commander of Fourth Kingdom’s army, known for his formidable presence and rumored to be fae, takes charge of the captured caravan including Auren and the others.

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