The Russian Witch's Curse Collection Books 1-3

Bridget E. Baker

Jul 2025 · The Russian Witch's Curse · Purple Puppy Publishing

About this ebook

If you’re the kind of person who’s willing to try something DIFFERENT, then you might love this enemies-to-lovers horse-shifter romantasy series. Are you ready for stallion shifters, strong, possessive heroes, and smart, yet flawed heroines? 

BOOK ONE: My Queendom for a Horse

Kristiana Liepa was supposed to use the money to save her family farm. She was NOT supposed to spend it all to save a massive, black stallion.

But when she saw how he was being treated, what's a vet to do?

She had no idea that gorgeous beast was really a powerful (and morally gray) magician who had been cursed by a witch, or that she was the only one who could reverse the curse.

And she couldn't possibly have known how that one rash decision would irrevocably change her life. . . and his.

Still not sure? Publisher’s Weekly said, “My Queendom for a Horse is an intriguing paranormal romance with a fresh and fun setup. [R]eaders will enjoy both the magical and romantic elements. The story of a shapeshifting horse is undoubtedly unique. The author puts a dynamic spin on fairytale tropes, while her knowledge and love of horses is evident throughout. A strong, confident female character takes center stage in this novel with her ability to talk to a cursed horse.”

BOOK TWO: My Dark Horse Prince

Mirdza Strelkova should have minded her own business on the long train ride, because she knew just how nasty violent men could be. Or perhaps that's precisely why she stepped in to help the frightened mother and terrified child.

But in her wildest dreams, she never imagined she'd be tossed out the window of a moving train, broken and bleeding. And she never could have predicted the dark horse who would come to her aid or the comeback story that lay before them both.

Publisher's Weekly said, "My Dark Horse Prince is a fast-paced, action-filled romance with bonus elements of fantasy and mob violence. This action-packed fantasy romance follows Mirdza Strelkova and her shape-shifting love interest, Grigoriy. The narrative will ensnare readers from the start, traveling a twisty road that culminates in a cliffhanger ending—though the conclusion's loose ends may be disappointing to some, given the sheer length of the novel.

Baker's prose is clear, distinct, and descriptive overall, facilitating the fast-moving plot. The book's unique combination of romance and fantasy is appealing, but more clarity and explanation as to the nature of the story's magic would be helpful. Readers should be aware of trigger warnings given the profuse domestic violence scattered throughout. 

Overall, the characters were complex and compelling, and Baker's choice to feature a strong female character who is in a wheelchair was refreshing."

BOOK THREE: My High Horse Czar

Adriana’s stuck between a rock and a very hard, very dangerous place. It’s not the first time she’s ever been in trouble, but it is the worst. 

When her twin sister Mirdza calls and tells her she’s going to be killed unless Adriana surrenders herself in half an hour, Adriana figures she doesn’t have much to lose.

But she has no idea how much excitement her future holds, or whose protection she’s about to awaken.

The scrappy fighter who has vowed never to date or marry is about to meet her match in the highest horse-shifter in existence—the displaced Czar of Russia himself, Alexei Romanov.

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Ratings and reviews

I wasn’t sure what to expect with a shifter series. I honestly tend to stay away from them as I mostly like more closed door romance type books and the few I’ve been exposed to are much too spicy for me. But knowing Bridget’s style, I took a chance and ended up loving this series. I couldn’t put it down because I wanted to learn more. She can paint a scene and world beautifully. Make sure you tighten your saddle girths because you’re in for a fun magical ride with this series!

What an exciting series! Never before have I read horse shifter books, and these are awesome. They are well written with intriguing elements that will keep you enthralled in the series.

The Russian Witch's Curse is a book series you HAVE to read! This is an urban fantasy with horse shifters. This is for all those horse girls out there and for everyone that wants something new to read. I love to read my dragon shifters, wolf shifters, fae, vampires, ect. but this is something unique and different and it did not disappoint! Each book features a different couple with their own set of challenges. The series has an over arching plot that gives it mystery and intrigue.

About the author

Bridget loves her husband (every day) and all five of her kids (most days). She’s a lawyer, but does as little legal work as possible. She has EIGHT horses. She knows that’s crazy, but can’t seem to stop getting more. She spends too much time riding and not enough time writing. Or too much time writing and not enough time riding, depending on the month.

She also has more chickens than she’ll admit to having, two cats, five dogs (one bouncy and four fluffy/yappy). She makes cookies waaaaay too often and believes they should be their own food group. In a half-hearted attempt at balancing the scales, she kickboxes daily. So if you don’t like her books, maybe don’t tell her in person.