Selene thought she was ordinary-until the night Ragnar, a ruthless Alpha, claimed her as his mate with a mark that binds her life to his. Thrust into a brutal world of ancient wolf packs and deadly prophecies, Selene must unravel the truth of her bloodline while resisting Ragnar's grip. Protected by Elias, a brooding lone wolf with secrets of his own, and torn by the reappearance of Alaric, her childhood love, Selene finds herself at the center of a battle that could unite or destroy their kind. As her wolf awakens and her heart is pulled in conflicting directions, Selene must decide: will she embrace the power within, or succumb to the chains of fate? Betrayal, passion, and destiny collide in this unforgettable tale where the line between love and control is as sharp as a wolf's fang. The Wolf, Her Master, and Her Lover-a fight for freedom, a battle for love, and a race against destiny.
The storm lashed against the small cottage, drowning the cries of the wind with deafening thunder. Selene tightened her cloak around her shoulders, her hands trembling as she latched the shutters.
The forest beyond the cottage loomed like a dark sea of shadows, but the real fear lay inside her. Tonight, she felt it-a pull deep in her chest, primal and unrelenting, as if something ancient stirred within her.
"Selene!" her mother hissed from the hearth. "Come here, child."
Selene obeyed, her bare feet silent on the cold wooden floor. Her mother, a frail woman with eyes haunted by secrets, clutched a dagger glinting in the firelight. The blade was old, etched with symbols Selene didn't understand.
"They're coming," her mother whispered, her voice trembling. "The wolves."
Selene's breath hitched. The wolves. The tales were enough to keep most villagers locked indoors after sunset. They spoke of men who turned into beasts, of Alphas who claimed women with a single bite, binding them in body and soul.
"But we're safe here," Selene said, though her voice lacked conviction. "The cottage is protected."
"Not tonight," her mother said, her eyes darting toward the door. "Tonight, they're coming for you."
Selene stepped back, the weight of those words crashing down on her. "For me? Why?"
Her mother didn't answer. Instead, she pressed the dagger into Selene's hands. "Run. Don't look back. The forest may be dangerous, but it's safer than staying here. Do you understand?"
Before Selene could argue, the door splintered open with a deafening crack. The storm surged in, accompanied by the scent of pine and something darker-predatory. A figure stood in the doorway, towering and menacing, his golden eyes glowing like twin flames in the night.
"Selene," the man growled, his voice a mix of silk and steel. "I've come for what's mine."
She froze, the dagger slipping from her fingers. The man stepped into the room, and with the faint light from the fire, Selene saw the truth. He wasn't just a man-he was a wolf in human form, his presence radiating dominance.
"Ragnar," her mother spat, venom dripping from the name. "You will not take her."
Ragnar ignored her, his gaze fixed on Selene. "The mark has chosen her. She belongs to me."
Selene stumbled back, shaking her head. "I don't belong to anyone!" But Ragnar moved faster than she could react, his hand gripping her wrist with iron strength. "You'll understand soon enough," he said, his lips curling into a predatory smile.
Selene struggled, but his other hand brushed her neck, and a searing pain shot through her body. She screamed as a fiery sensation bloomed where his fingers touched, spreading like wildfire beneath her skin.
"Stop!" her mother cried, lunging at him, but Ragnar swatted her away like she was nothing more than an insect.
Selene dropped to her knees, clutching at her neck. The pain subsided, replaced by a strange heat that pulsed with her heartbeat. When she looked up, Ragnar's eyes were triumphant.
"It's done," he said, his voice low and satisfied.
Selene's fingers found the mark-an intricate crescent burned into her skin. It glowed faintly in the dim light, as if it were alive. "No," she whispered, tears streaming down her face.
Ragnar crouched before her, his hand lifting her chin so she couldn't look away. "You're mine now, Selene. No one can change that."
A deafening howl erupted from the forest, followed by another and another. Selene's heart pounded as she realized they weren't alone. Ragnar smiled, his sharp teeth glinting.
"Run, if you like," he said, releasing her. "It'll be more fun to hunt you."
Selene bolted without thinking, the storm swallowing her as she plunged into the forest. Branches clawed at her skin, and the wind roared in her ears. Behind her, the howls grew louder and closer.
Her legs burned as she pushed forward, her mother's words echoing in her mind: Run. Don't look back.
But then, through the cacophony of the storm, she heard another sound-a growl, deep and menacing, ahead of her. She skidded to a halt, her chest heaving, as glowing green eyes pierced the darkness.
Another wolf.
And this one wasn't Ragnar.
Selene stood frozen, trapped between the Alpha hunting her and the mysterious wolf blocking her path. Her instincts screamed to run, but the wolf in front of her stepped closer, its low growl vibrating through her very bones.
"Selene," a voice rumbled from the shadows. It wasn't Ragnar's. It was someone else entirely.
"Who are you?" she whispered, her voice barely audible over the storm.
The wolf shifted, and before her stood a man, lean and scarred, his piercing green eyes locked on hers.
"I'm the only chance you have."
They don't know I'm a girl. They all look at me and see a boy. A prince. Their kind purchase humans like me for their lustful desires. And, when they stormed into our kingdom to buy my sister, I intervened to protect her. I made them take me too. The plan was to escape with my sister whenever we found a chance. How was I to know our prison would be the most fortified place in their kingdom? I was supposed to be on the sidelines. The one they had no real use for. The one they never meant to buy. But then, the most important person in their savage land-their ruthless beast king-took an interest in the "pretty little prince." How do we survive in this brutal kingdom, where everyone hates our kind and shows us no mercy? And how does someone, with a secret like mine, become a lust slave? . AUTHOR'S NOTE. This is a dark romance-dark, mature content. Highly rated 18+ Expect triggers, expect hardcore. If you're a seasoned reader of this genre, looking for something different, prepared to go in blindly not knowing what to expect at every turn, but eager to know more anyway, then dive in! . From the author of the international bestselling book: "The Alpha King's Hated Slave."
Blurb "Part your legs for me, princess" Alpha Damian humored huskily like he was intoxicated, I whimpered as he voice sents a jolts of emotions round my body. An emotion that I wasn't supposed to feel. Selene was 18 years old when she found out that Alpha Jasper of the Silver Crescent pack was her mate at her Awakening ceremony. Being a reject with no parents she lived with him for over one year as a slave and he never acknowledged her as his mate because he couldn't accept a reject as his mate. On her 20th birthday, her mate not only rejected her and chose her best friend; Imogen, as his new mate, but he also sold Selene to the most feared Alpha; Alpha Damian of the Crimson Moon pack whom everyone referred to as a beast. Not knowing why Alpha Damian chose to buy her, she can only resign herself to fate. What has the moon goddess installed for me again? Is this the freedom she solely crave for? Will she be tied down with the shackles of the unknown?
"Mr. Evans, please maintain some dignity. Don't forget I'm your brother's wife!" Having caught her husband and best friend together in the bed, Elena wanted nothing more than to exact revenge on the people she once called family. She refused to be a pitiful divorcee and vowed to make everyone who had once looked down on her beg for forgiveness. And to start with her newfound freedom, Elena indulges in a one-night stand with a stranger. However, what was meant to be a fleeting escape turns into a nightmare when she learns that the stranger is none other than her husband's older brother! Would Elena be free from the shackles of her marriage? Or would the mysterious stranger make her life a living hell since he seemed to have a personal vendetta against his family? [The story is 18+ and involves mature content.]
She was a world-renowned divine doctor, the CEO of a publicly traded company, the most formidable female mercenary, and a top-tier tech genius. Marissa, a titan with a plethora of secret identities, had hidden her true stature to marry a seemingly impoverished young man. However, on the eve of their wedding, her fiance, who was actually the lost heir to a wealthy dynasty, called off the engagement and subjected her to degradation and mockery. Upon the revelation of her concealed identities, her ex-fiance was left stunned and desperately pleaded for her forgiveness. Standing protectively before Marissa, an incredibly influential and fearsome magnate declared, "This is my wife. Who would dare try to claim her?"
Natalie used to think she could melt Connor’s icy heart, but she was sorely mistaken. When at last she decided to leave, she discovered that she was pregnant. Even so, she chose to quietly leave his world, prompting Connor to mobilize all of his resources and expand his business to a global scale—all in a bid to find her. But there was no trace of Natalie. Connor slowly spiraled into madness, turning the city upside down and leaving chaos in his wake. Natalie finally surfaced years later, with wealth and power of her own, only to find herself entangled with Connor once again.
She thought he was the villain. He was only trying to save his soul. Rena lives in a world of sunshine, sweets, and simple dreams. Until one reckless decision drops her into a dark realm of secrets, curses and werewolves. Kidnapped, heartbroken. She doesn't know who to trust anymore especially not Logan, the arrogant, cruel Alpha who's keeping her as a hostage. Until she discovers his dark secret. He's been hearing her thoughts all along. Now the walls between them are crumbling. And when feelings grow where hatred once lived, a curse demands that blood becomes a love that demands sacrifice. But how can she give her heart to the one who might need it to die?