Fate brought them together. Savage instincts might tear them apart. In a world ruled by power and primal bonds, he is a ruthless Alpha, feared by all but tethered to none-until her. She is the spirited outsider who never expected to be thrust into a dangerous pack, let alone claimed by its most feared leader. As passion ignites and secrets unravel, their connection will test the limits of loyalty, love, and survival. Can they overcome the forces threatening.
Dominic's POV
The town of Blackthorn Hollow was the kind of place that seemed to exist outside of time. Nestled near the edge of an ancient forest, it was hidden from the rest of the world by towering evergreens and winding dirt roads that refused to be tamed by asphalt. The residents were few but close-knit, bound by the unspoken understanding that their small, remote community was not like the others beyond the trees. There was a secret here, one that whispered in the rustling leaves and echoed in the howls that pierced the night.
Dominic Blackthorn stood on the ridge overlooking the town, his sharp eyes scanning the dimly lit streets below. The wind tugged at his dark hair and carried the familiar, earthy scents of the forest, but he barely noticed. His thoughts were elsewhere, tangled in the heavy weight of responsibility that came with being alpha of the Blackthorn pack.
The ridge was one of his favorite places to think. From here, he could see everything-the forest, the town, the pack's secluded territory-and it gave him a sense of control. But tonight, even the view couldn't ease the tension coiling in his chest. The pack was restless. Rogue wolves had been sighted on the outskirts of their land, and though Dominic's patrols had dealt with them swiftly, the danger lingered like a shadow. A strong pack was a safe pack, his father had always said, and Dominic had built his reputation on that principle. He couldn't afford to let his guard down.
A sound behind him pulled him from his thoughts. He turned sharply, his muscles taut and ready for a fight, but the intruder was only Marcus, one of his most trusted enforcers. Marcus raised his hands in a gesture of peace, his expression grave.
Alpha, Marcus said, his voice low and respectful. We've found tracks near the eastern border. Fresh ones. Dominic's jaw tightened. Rogues?
Looks like it, Marcus confirmed. But there's something else. The scent... it's strange. Not like any rogue I've come across before.
Dominic's eyes darkened, and he nodded once. Double the patrols. I'll join the next sweep myself. Marcus hesitated, then added, There's one more thing. A new human arrived in town today. Moved into the old cottage near the general store.
Dominic's frown deepened. Blackthorn Hollow didn't get many newcomers, and for good reason. The town's isolation wasn't just physical; it was a barrier against outsiders who might stumble upon things they weren't meant to see. Humans were fragile, oblivious to the hidden world that coexisted with their own. They didn't belong here.
Keep an eye on her, Dominic said curtly. If she's trouble, we'll deal with it.
Marcus nodded and slipped away, leaving Dominic alone once more. But now his thoughts were divided. The rogues were a pressing threat, but the arrival of a stranger was an unwelcome complication. He didn't like complications.
Lily Winters stepped out of her car and took a deep breath, letting the crisp night air fill her lungs. It carried the faint scent of pine and damp earth, a far cry from the smog and exhaust she'd left behind in the city. She glanced around, taking in the quaint little town that would be her new home. The streets were quiet, lined with modest houses and the occasional storefront, their windows dark at this hour. It was peaceful- almost too peaceful, as if the town was holding its breath.
She'd arrived later than planned, delayed by the twists and turns of the forest roads. Her headlights had barely cut through the dense darkness, and more than once, she'd considered turning back. But she'd pressed on, driven by a need to escape the past that haunted her. This was her fresh start, and she was determined to make it work.
The cottage she'd rented was small but charming, with ivy creeping up its stone walls and a porch that creaked under her boots. It looked like something out of a fairy tale, and for a moment, she allowed herself to imagine that it was. Maybe here, in this secluded corner of the world, she could find the peace she'd been searching for.
Lily unpacked her car quickly, carrying boxes and bags into the cottage's cozy interior. The living room was furnished with a worn sofa and a bookshelf that begged to be filled. The kitchen was quaint, with a cast-iron stove and a window that overlooked the forest. It wasn't much, but it was enough.
By the time she finished, exhaustion had set in. She sank onto the sofa, her thoughts drifting. Her decision to move here had been impulsive, a leap of faith after everything she'd been through. She'd wanted to disappear, to leave behind the pain and betrayal that had shattered her life. But now that she was here, alone in the quiet, she couldn't ignore the nagging doubt that crept in. Had she made a mistake?
A sudden noise outside jolted her from her thoughts. It was faint, barely audible over the whisper of the wind, but it sent a shiver down her spine. She rose cautiously and moved to the window, peering out into the darkness. The forest loomed beyond the porch, its shadows deep and impenetrable. For a moment, she saw nothing. Then, just as she was about to turn away, something moved.
A figure emerged from the tree line, its outline barely visible against the inky blackness. It was tall and broad- shouldered, its movements deliberate and fluid. Lily's breath caught in her throat. She couldn't make out any details, but the sheer presence of the figure was enough to set her nerves on edge.
She stepped back from the window, her heart pounding. Who would be out there at this hour? The logical part of her brain told her it was probably a local, maybe a hunter or someone out for a late-night walk. But another part of her, the part she'd learned to trust after everything she'd been through, whispered that something wasn't right.
Dominic watched the cottage from the shadows, his sharp eyes taking in every detail. The newcomer was younger than he'd expected, her silhouette framed by the soft glow of a lamp inside. She moved with a quiet grace, her expression thoughtful as she unpacked her belongings. There was an air of vulnerability about her, but also a hint of steel beneath the surface. She didn't look like trouble, but Dominic had learned long ago that appearances could be deceiving.
He'd meant to stay hidden, to observe and leave before she noticed him. But as he stood there, his gaze lingering on her, something unexpected happened. A pull. Subtle at first, like the faint tug of a current, but it grew stronger with each passing moment. It wasn't just curiosity or suspicion-it was something deeper, more primal. His wolf stirred within him, restless and alert, and Dominic's jaw tightened in response.
Fated.
The word echoed in his mind, unwelcome and undeniable. He'd heard stories of fated mates, of bonds so powerful they defied logic and reason. But he'd never believed it would happen to him. He didn't want it to happen to him. He'd built his life around control, around keeping his emotions in check and his pack safe. A fated mate was a complication he couldn't afford.
Yet here she was, standing in the glow of her cottage, completely unaware of the storm she'd just unleashed in his world.
Dominic took a step back, retreating into the safety of the forest. His mind raced, a thousand questions swirling in his head. Who was she? Why had she come here? And, most importantly, how was he supposed to resist the bond that already threatened to consume him?
As he disappeared into the shadows, Dominic knew one thing for certain: nothing in Blackthorn Hollow would ever be the same.
Leona has always lived in the shadows-an outcast omega with a hidden power in a world where powerful werewolves dwelt. When she is forced to make a choice between killing the notorious Alpha Zane, known for his ruthless reputation, and watching her sister die, she finds herself drawn into a web of danger and desire. Caught in a dangerous game between two powerful Alphas; Zane and Alpha Kane, Leona must navigate a treacherous path where alliances shift and trust is a rare commodity. With her sister's life hanging in the balance and her heart torn between duty and love, Leona must make an impossible choice. Will she follow the orders of her past, or will she seize the chance at a future filled with passion,
Power is everything in this world; and for Selena Blackwood, it is the worst package of the pack, A timid and frail wolf condemned to rejection. Selena Blackwood, the she-wolf who is bound to a wretched mate, was rejected by her Alpha, Damian Silverclaw and ran away holding onto a secret that she vowed will bury with her. Years later, in an unexpected twist, she finds herself back to the pack's affairs when the foes turn out to be a pack of wolves and come to hunt down her son, whom she has been raising as a single mother without his father, who had no idea of their son's existence. But, this time, Selena is not the innocent wolf. This time, she is a guardian of a child and a wolf who knows how to fight back and where the battle is not only with the pack that denied her but also with a prophecy concerning the man who broke her heart.
My name is Katia, and I am just trying to survive until my fated mate arrives. Which may be easier said than done. Rejectection is the last straw. Whispering my acceptance of his rejection. I run through the pack house, out across the manicured lawn into the forest. "I'm sorry, my sweet girl," I say to my wolf. I'm sorry you have been stuck with me and have had to suffer everything I have. She whispers," it's not your fault, Katia. We came to a cliff with a waterfall. The hurt keeps pounding at me. I need it to stop. My sweet girl, and I just want peace, I keep running and leap off the cliff. Spreading my arms wide, with tears streaming down my face, I fall, not making a sound, waiting for sweet oblivion where we feel nothing ever again. "I love you, my sweet girl! Until we meet again, "My wolf replied just before we hit the water, "I love you too, Katia. I have never regretted a moment with you." The Snow Moon pack is having their last barbecue of the summer next to the waterfall on their land. The adults are laughing and joking while watching the pups play. The alpha, beta, and gamma are swimming with some of the older children and playing a game of Marco Polo. Someone yells, "Oh my goddess, someone just jumped over the waterfall!" Everyone is frozen as they watch what looks to be a child falling arms spread wide, no one makes a sound. The small body hits the water like a plane crashing into the side of a mountain. The alpha, beta, and gamma, spring into action, swimming towards the area the person went under. The alpha is screaming his wolf is going crazy repeating, "Find her. Find her...find her!" They dive and the beta surfaces with a small person in his arms. Alpha takes the girl from his beta, laying her on the ground. The men are shocked by what they see. She is covered in scars and injuries. Her body is twisted and broken. The Beta asks, "Who could have done this to someone so defenseless?" Alpha drops to his knees, repeating, "MATE...MATE...MATE!"
She was a diamond covered by ashes.... King Dakota was known as the most Powerful Alpha King of all times - more powerful than any other King that had ruled from his lineage. He was cold hearted, introverted and dangerous in anger. Cursed by the Moon goddess, King Dakota had to get married to three wives all in search of a male child that would become his heir, but it was impossible as the curse would only let his wives bear she -wolves. But on a different day, the King meets a lady who offends him and as a punishment, he took her home as his fourth wife. Her name was Shilah. Shilah was a powerless wolf and as a result, was disregarded and intimidated by all. But, when she begins to do things that the King had never felt for years, he began to wonder who she really was. Slowly, she crawled her way into his icy heart and turned out to be something nobody ever expected - a storm.
Janet was adopted when she was a kid -- a dream come true for orphans. However, her life was anything but happy. Her adoptive mother taunted and bullied her all her life. Janet got the love and affection of a parent from the old maid who raised her. Unfortunately, the old woman fell ill, and Janet had to marry a worthless man in place of her parents' biological daughter to meet the maid's medical expenses. Could this be a Cinderella's tale? But the man was far from a prince, except for his handsome appearance. Ethan was the illegitimate son of a wealthy family who lived a reckless life and barely made ends meet. He got married to fulfill his mother's last wish. However, on his wedding night, he had an inkling that his wife was different from what he had heard about her. Fate had united the two people with deep secrets. Was Ethan truly the man we thought he was? Surprisingly, he bore an uncanny resemblance to the impenetrable wealthiest man in the city. Would he find out that Janet married him in place of her sister? Would their marriage be a romantic tale or an utter disaster? Read on to unravel Janet and Ethan's journey.
On her wedding day, Khloe’s sister connived with her groom, framing her for a crime she didn’t commit. She was sentenced to three years in prison, where she endured much suffering. When Khloe was finally released, her evil sister used their mother to coerce Khloe into an indecent liaison with an elderly man. As fate would have it, Khloe crossed paths with Henrik, the dashing yet ruthless mobster who sought to alter the course of her life. Despite Henrik’s cold exterior, he cherished Khloe like no other. He helped her take retribution from her tormentors and kept her from being bullied again.
"I heard you're going to marry Marcelo. Is this perhaps your revenge against me? It's very laughable, Renee. That man can barely function." Her foster family, her cheating ex, everyone thought Renee was going to live in pure hell after getting married to a disabled and cruel man. She didn't know if anything good would ever come out of it after all, she had always thought it would be hard for anyone to love her but this cruel man with dark secrets is never going to grant her a divorce because she makes him forget how to breathe.
"Never let anyone treat you like shit!" I learned that the hard way. For three years, I lived with my in-laws. They didn't treat me as their son-in-law but as a slave. I put up with everything because of my wife, Yolanda Lambert. She was the light of my life. Unfortunately, my whole world came crashing down the day I caught my wife cheating on me. I have never been so heartbroken. To have my revenge, I revealed my true identity. I was none other than Liam Hoffman—the heir of a family with trillions of dollars in assets! The Lamberts were utterly shocked after the big reveal. They realized what fools they had been for treating me like trash. My wife even knelt down and begged for my forgiveness. What do you think I did? Did I take her back or made her suffer? Find out!