The Alpha's Match

Ava Thorn is no ordinary wolf. Born into the third strongest pack, she earned her place as a warrior the hard way-through loss, sweat, and a blade she wields better than most men. After losing both her parents in a brutal rogue attack, Ava raised her little brother alone, putting her own needs second to his safety. She's fierce, independent, and has built walls no wolf has ever dared to climb. Trust? Earned. Love? Fantasy. Mates? Only if the Moon Goddess is feeling cruel.

But the Ball changes everything.

Lucian Vale, Alpha of the strongest and most feared pack in the realm-is known for his ruthless dominance, cold silence, and unmatched power. No one dares look him in the eye... until Ava. From the moment their eyes lock, his wolf claims her as mate. But Lucian doesn't want a docile Luna-he wants her. Wild. Strong. Defiant. And he'll fight tooth and claw to make her his.

Ava refuses to surrender. She's not some prize to be dragged into another life, not when her little brother needs her and her duty to her pack runs deep. But Lucian is relentless. Overprotective. Possessive. And he sees through the armor she wears like it's made of glass.

As tensions rise, hearts clash, and loyalties are tested, Ava must choose between duty and desire-between protecting everyone else... or finally letting someone protect her.

And Lucian? He'll burn the world down before he lets his mate walk away.