Sandford Prey

From fleeing for your safety and enrolling in a school filled with psychopaths… to being claimed by a deranged alpha prince? Yeah, you’re better off dead. • . • Jules’ life was picture perfect until his entire family got murdered all of a sudden, with him being the only survivor. A savior swooped In because he was still in immense danger, and that led to Jules taking on a new identity and becoming a completely different person overnight— and enrolling into Carnivals, a prestigious all-boys school for all supernatural beings. In Carnivals, monsters lurk the dark hallways and the strong preyed on the weak. You either become a predator or a prey… and from one look at Jules— a boy too pretty for his own good, with a slender and petite build, it was obvious that he was gonna be eaten alive by the predators. Here comes Blaze, a wolf who sends shivers down every predator’s spine in the school, an insanely hot Alpha who was as dangerous and deranged as the rumors claimed. He took one glance at Jules and decided there and then that Jules belonged to him. *** I inched backwards, eyes widening even more as my eyes zeroed in on the smirk tugging at the side of his lips. Blaze never smiled, and whenever he does, it never meant anything good. My heartbeat quickened as I scrambled backwards even more, breath stuttering to a stop as he began to narrow the distance between us. In no time, my back was plastered against the cold wall and that was when it hit me right in the chest that I was cornered and ensnared, like an actual prey… by none other than Blaze, when I had thought my life couldn’t get any worse. He towered over me effortlessly, emitting so much dominance and I had to tilt my head backwards for me to be able to meet his dark eyes, and my breath hitched when our eyes locked. He leaned down and my eyes snapped closed at once as I held my breath, waiting for him to strike. I’ve heard all the horrifying, endless rumors about him. He was an Alpha Prince whose presence someone like me should never be in. When I felt the tip of his cold nose glide over the length of my throat, my mouth fell open to release a startled gasp. He dragged in a long, audible breath and I felt a shiver rattle down my spine as I grew even stiffer, confusion clouding my mind. What was happening? Why was he doing this out of nowhere? Oh my gosh… he really was a deranged alpha like everyone says! *** THIS BOOK IS RATED 18+! It contains matured content such as: - Bullying. - Drug use. - Smut [a whole lot of it.] - Violence. - Harem [not between the main characters.] So… proceed with caution, you’ve been warned! *I don’t own the rights to the cover!

He is the emperor of the dark night—cruel and indifferent, rejecting the warmth of women's affection. He ensnared her, viewing her as the antidote to the love poison that coursed through him, instantly addicted, and henceforth, forever beyond redemption. "The women who have glimpsed my body have only one destiny," he declared, donning a refined silver-black mask, his smile sly. "Yet, I find your scent intriguing. You may choose the manner of your demise." Their first encounter saw him pinning her to the carpet. Though commonplace advances typically involved various kisses, he surprised her by biting her neck. The perplexing question lingered: Why was he, not a vampire, drinking her blood?! Upon their second meeting, she fell prey to his bodyguard's abduction, brought before him. As she teetered on the brink of total consumption, a mysterious factor within her body was triggered...

A little wolf born on a desolate continent in a forest where the weak are prey and the strong are still prey struggles to rise to the top of the food chain in its pursuit of perfection, but how can one be perfect without achieving eternity?

'Death' It was meant to be the end, but it brought a new start. After a destructive nether storm consumes his world, Jack finds himself face-to-face with a powerful being who tasks him with a mission he can’t refuse. Reincarnated as Asriel—the most tragic, doomed character from a novel he once read—Jack’s frustration grows: "Damn it, why this fool?" Now, he must navigate Asriel's cursed life, facing relentless supernatural beings that threats him with a single hope: [Necromancy System Activated!] [Ascend as the Ruler of the Undead!] But can Jack rise above Asriel's fate, or will he, too, fall prey to the shadows lurking in his new world? -------------- WPC Entry, please support. Thank you

In a post-apocalyptic world, you'll find four main types of people. Those who fight with all their might are "the hunters." The ones who leech and exploit others are "the pests." The predators, who see everyone as prey. And lastly, we have "the survivors," the resilient ones who never give up. Everyone often fits into one category, but it's hard to determine which one Maya falls into. She's not exactly a fighter, considering leaving her room was a chore even before the apocalypse. A predator? No way—she's always been a pushover. You might think she's a survivor, but that's laughable. She'd rather die from starvation than resort to scavenging. So, how should we categorize her? leeche? Nope. Perhaps a new category is needed: "The Lost"—those struggling to find their place in a shattered world."

She is the daughter of an Alpha whose family had conquered the last demon wolf in Illyria. Esmeray is born into the prestigious Alpha family, known as the Montague. But after her father's untimely death, her life becomes a nightmare of abuse at the hands of her cruel stepmother and stepbrother, who torment her for lacking a wolf. Desperate for salvation, she dreams of a mate who would come and rescue her from the cruelty of her pack. When he finally arrived, her hopes were shattered, for he had only come to reject her. Her only connection to her family's proud heritage is her striking blue hair, a sacred legacy from her ancestors. But in a desperate bid for freedom, Esmeray cuts her hair to escape being sold to a rogue. Her daring action pushes her to the precipice of death, unwittingly awakening a powerful demon wolf, imprisoned for 15 long years. This Alpha demon, who has yearned revenge and bloodthirst, is instantly drawn to Esmeray the moment he senses her, and he is determined to keep her at his side at all cost. In the world of wolves, the hunt is everything — and he has found a prey worth chasing.

'I will find you in any lifetime.' –––– Her silvery moon-locks were in delicate braids to reveal her fresh, radiant face. Her bright icy blue eyes watched everyone and everything fondly, sinlessly. She was a beauty that calms the nervous heart. That’s what everyone remembers of Princess Alora Linwood Roosevelt. Then who is the one who returned to the palace in the name of the princess? She had fiery long hair that looked like the flames of hell and her eyes were like a ball of fire that could reduce one to ashes. She looked like an evil witch they heard of. How could it not create chaos in the nation? She became prey to the royals and their politics, the nobles, and their influence, and commoners and their protest with her life on the line. Will she challenge the centuries-old tradition and find her love? Or will she lose her life? –––– P.S: Slow Burn, Slow Romance. This is an original story. Thank you ^_^ for giving it a try. DISCORD: Munchkin_2#7368 Story DISCORD: https://discord.gg/QhhXXWq Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/munchkin_2 Instagram: auth_munchkin Linktree: https://linktr.ee/munchkin

In a world where gods bicker like siblings, heroes flex for fame, and magic flows as freely as tavern ale, one unlucky soul gets the reincarnation deal of a lifetime—well, almost. Waking up in a fluffy body with twitchy ears and a tail that won't stop wiggling, our protagonist quickly realizes his new life isn’t exactly the stuff of epic ballads. He’s not a fearsome dragon, a dashing swordsman, or even a mildly threatening goblin. Nope. He’s a rabbit—a cute, pint-sized ball of fluff with "snack" written all over him. But hey, when life gives you carrots, you make stew… or, uh, figure out how not to become rabbit stew. Armed with quick wits, an absurd amount of luck, and a knack for dodging death by hopping around, this hare-raising adventure sees him hopping through a magical world full of danger, absurdity, and even romance. (Who knew some people were into rabbits?!) With gods watching his every move, adventurers mistaking him for loot, and predators thinking he looks delicious, one thing’s for sure: it’s not easy being prey. But with a little cunning and maybe some help from a snarky companion or two, he might just prove that even the smallest creature can have the biggest bite.

A dimly lit, gaudy bar, a woman throws a seductive glance at you. When you wake up again in a hotel, you find two bite marks on your neck, your blood drained. In the desolate wilderness, you're startled awake by the howl of wolves, unaware that tonight you've become the prey for a clan's coming-of-age ritual. In a cluttered bachelor apartment, you hear a knock on the door. You step forward, and through the peephole, a pair of hungry, crimson eyes stare back at its dinner. Alone, whispers fill your ears—the dead linger in the spirit realm. They refuse to leave you behind, resenting that you are still alive . At last, you've completed the ritual from the book. You are about to become the new Faust, but you don’t realize that the contract sold not only your wife and children, but also your soul. Anyone who glimpses beneath the curtain knows: Adonai abandoned His creations long ago...

Known as "The Collector", Zein Karpa had an inventory worth millions in Age of Divinity, a Sci-fi, VRMMO game with over 500 million players. However, after months of being hunted by the ten great guilds, Zein decided to surrender, losing it all. Purposeless, Zein deleted his character and became a clerk at a sports store. 1 year later, Age of Divinity announces its largest expansion yet. Babel. With a renewed sense of adventure, Zein dives into the game once more. Will he be able to explore all its universe has to offer or fall prey to the powers who once deemed him a nuisance?

SPARK follows Asahi Homura, a mischievous 14-year-old boy in Tokyo, who is chosen by the Monkey King to become his avatar. With the power to fight Ayakashi—evil spirits that prey on humans—Asahi battles these creatures while navigating the struggles of his new abilities, protecting his loved ones, and uncovering the mysteries of his late father’s legacy as a Hiraishi.

“Damnation was his name, for he has come to make them pay. They say he's the devil, some say he's the devil's messenger. He only had one word in his mind, the only word that kept him alive. Revenge. " A novella with thriller and suspense

In a world where taming powerful beasts is both art and survival, young Fowad Benit is left alone to carry on his family's legacy after his father despaired. With only fragments of ancient knowledge and a mysterious technique known as the Taming Circle, Fowad must train and grow in the treacherous Sapling Forest, home to beasts of every rank and danger. Armed with a pendant passed down from his ancestors, Fowad forms a bond with a spirited fox beast named Foxy, who becomes his fierce and loyal partner. But as they face deadly foes, they discover a hidden power within themselves, and even more secrets buried within the forest. A surprise companion joins them a chubby, fiery-red bird, Fattey, with an unknown lineage and abilities that defy all of Fowad’s training. As Fowad dives deeper into his family's lost techniques, he uncovers the potential to tame and evolve beasts far beyond his current level. Yet danger looms, as rival tamers, powerful beasts, and dark forces begin to stir, each with their own plans for Fowad’s legacy and the rare beasts that now fight by his side. In a race against time, Fowad must master his family’s ancient technique, tame new allies, and awaken the power within himself. But can he rise to the challenge before he becomes prey to the very beasts he seeks to control? "The Tamer’s Legacy" is a thrilling journey of friendship, courage, and untamed magic that will pull you into a world where the wild calls and only the strongest survive.

Eira Morgan never believed she’d bargain with a monster—until her brother’s life depended on it. When a haunting sketch leads her to the doorstep of Caius Draven, the infamous vampire lord of Ravensmoor, Eira is prepared to offer her blood in exchange for her brother’s freedom. But Caius wants something far more dangerous: her hand in marriage. Bound by a blood covenant she doesn’t fully understand, Eira is thrust into a world of ruthless politics, ancient rivalries, and deadly secrets. As the human bride of a predator, her fiery defiance and sharp wit spark a dangerous game of power with Caius, whose golden eyes see too much—and hide even more. But the blood bond between them is stronger than either anticipated, awakening forbidden desires that could shatter them both. As threats close in from all sides, Eira must decide: will she fight her captor, or stand beside him as something more powerful than prey? In a world where love is dangerous, one thing is certain: surrender is not an option.

This world is not what you think it is. Darkness is everywhere—ghouls, banshees, vampires, werewolves, wendigos, succubi, hellhounds, djinn, skinwalkers, and more. These creatures are real, lurking in the shadows where light never reaches. Humans and their fears are their prey. Human killers fall under the law, handled by the police. But what about these creatures that dwell in the darkness, feeding on humans and their fears? That’s where I come in. I hunt them down and bring justice to the dead. I call myself Raze. Why? You ask? Because it sounds cool. Isn’t that reason enough to take it as my name? Hey, hey… wait, there’s a twist. I’m not an ordinary human—I’m half demon, half human. But you want to know why I’m helping humans? Simple. I just want to help them. That’s all.

Ashen was a man from earth. His job? Nothing he just helped lonely women who didn't get enough love from their Husbands with his huge dragon of love. He didn't left any prey who he had his eyes on, whether it be Mom or daughter, all would be caught in his lustful hands. But after getting in an accident, he is reincarnated into a useless Prince's Body in a cultivation world. [Ding! Welcome Host I am the Villainous System"] Ashen: "Villainous System? What is that?" [Ding! This world has innumerable protagonists but only few villains, therefore, to maintain the balance you have been brought into this world and I am here to help you in your journey] A sinister smile hanged on Ashen's lips as he muttered: "Doesn't that mean I can do all that I want" [Ding! No host, you are the useless prince now, You need to become powerful to do that] Ashen's smile retracted for a few second before appearing again: "Oh, I am a Prince? Then shouldn't I have a harem?" ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ NO NTR and there will be NO Yuri. Ashen will be netori, Ashen will not get cheated on. • 200 power stones: 1 extra chapter • 300 power stones: 2 extra chapters • 500 or higher: 4 extra chapters

An unidentified liquid turned every living being who was touched by it into an existence where they kill everything. Some of them have been gifted a special ability that enhances some of their physiques or senses to eliminate their prey easily. The government responded quite fast where they built a sanctuary and posted it online to help survivors have a place they're assured of safety. But they had to recruit adults, teenagers, or even kids to become soldiers that can fight and protect themselves. Because in this chaotic situation, they'll be needing every help they can get to rebuild their nation. The special force unit was sent away to protect the last crux when they found out that their friend Rei, who was an escapee crux still alive, they were faced with a bigger and more complicated truth that they need to uncover for explanations. But little do they know that they have been deceived by the person who they have trusted the most. Come and join us for an unOrdinary journey.

 It all started with losing her mother, getting thrown into a boarding school, and then having the rumored witch-like princess of the kingdom desire her and want her by all means necessary. But it isn't the innocent type of desire she had expected. It's something much darker than she could ever handle.         ****  Sera didn't think her life would ever take a turn for the worst until her worthless father remarried her mother's half sister and, on her orders, sent Sera to a boarding school that was far off in a different kingdom—Elysium High, an all-girls academy for the most prestigious daughters in all of the seven kingdoms.    In Elysium, only the most powerful could survive, as even the prettiest and most innocent-looking faces had skeletons in their closests and would ruin anyone or anything that got in their way. Unfortunately for innocent and naive Sera, she would become the newest prey of Elysium, and everyone wants a piece of the beautiful redhead.     But what happens when the most unexpected person also takes an interest in her?   Electra's name alone was enough to get the entire school shaking in fear. Not only was she the only heir to the most powerful kingdom in the realm, she was also known as the cold-hearted queen of Elysium High. Nothing and no one ever caught Electra's attention, until the arrival of Sera, where everything changed.     And all it took was for clumsy Sera to bump into the most powerful one of them all.  *** THIS BOOK IS RATED 18+! It contains matured content such as: ⁃ Bullying ⁃ Smut (BDSM included) ⁃ Violence. ⁃ Harem So read with caution, and don't say you weren't warned!

"Death's the golden key, to the palace of Eternity." This statement has never been truer, for Met́́ha Dael, an ancient seraph god who was condemned to a painful demise by a trusted friend. After been betrayed by his leige, his last minute experiment yields positive results, giving him a chance to reincarnate himself as a mortal in a world he died for. He poises to live that much desired life, but an anomaly disrupts, meddling into the life of a peaceful respawning God. Determined to find ultimate peace, Met́́ha Dael, now Mori, transcends into a state he has sworn not to attain, in his mission to find self fulfilment. The anomaly graduates into a wave of calamities, that stretch to the very ends of the realms. Threatening to destroy the balance Dael had died to ensure. But that can't happen under his watch. Mori navigates into a maze of untruths, dangers even for a rusty god, mystery and age long dark secrets. Finally, due to his inadequacy, the tumult escalates into a full blown apocalypse, that will eventually engulf all. Mori uses his half scaled divinity, to recover his lost assets and find the mystery villain behind the shadows. Will the fallen god make it back to the top and put things right? Or will he fall prey to unstrange stalkers again? —————————— This is a book open to all subjective criticisms. All errors are free to be pointed out. Whereas if you think the book recommendable, please do well to gift with whatever you have. A reminder…just a budding writer's creation.

Orion’s Dad was involved in a shady deal, his mom by accident revealed the secret. And for this, Orion's Parent was killed to cover up a secret. He acknowledged that his dad might be wrong, but his mom??? “Why!”. He thought he would get justice for what they did to his parents, but even the balance of justice was tilted to those in power. Consumed of rage and revenge, he made a plot to avenge his parents but met the unexpected. Just when it was about to end, The Devil visited, himself. The catch, He will be god. The sacrifice? ‘blows air’. I met the devil for a deal, little did I know I was the deal. Because the devil said, “You're already mine, you will have to fight me to be free from my grip”. And I know, only a god can kill the devil. Orion Lace, is a young adult protagonist, driven by revenge and anger. With the circumstances behind his death and resurrection, Orion had developed to be an avid killer without remorse, no matter how small or big the entity/human/monster was, it’ll be brought down by Orion’s blade. To him, this world is a Predator-Prey playground. You either kill or be killed. His motto “Once I mark you, you’re my prey”. 'Flips Card' ♠️

Mysterious and curious swords scattered across the earth, waiting for their world-renowned Sword Masters. Who can comprehend the miraculous skill that has been passed down from millennia? The city of Chang'an hides those who carry the power of fire and sun, the central plains house giant decaying millennial families, the wild warriors of the Northern Territory silently sharpen their blades, the dance of deceit and cunning occurs among the southern kingdoms... Above the lofty tranquility, a pair of world-dominating gray eyes are slowly opening. Pei Ye raises his head, pulling the Longsword from his stomach: "Immortal Lord of the True Dragon Taiyi... let's see, who is whose prey."

In a fractured world, where magic stains the soul and war is an eternal tide of blood and steel, the ruins of an imperial dream rise. The Eiyu Empire, once envisioned as the foundation of eternity by Taiko Hideyoshi, has fallen prey to decay. From the ashes of the second Eiyu-Cataya war, a conflict that neither side claims as victory, emerges Ritsu, a youth with an uncertain future, marked by the misery of a discarded class. His only hope shines in the legends, in the whispers of a trial that will grant the fortunate passage to the Forbidden City, the sanctum of power, where imperial reikan and the secrets of shadows intertwine in a deadly dance... In "Shadows of the Empire: Red Sun," there is no clarity in the strife, only the ravenous shadows that dance around power. A power that does not understand justice, but survival, and that weaves its web over the throne of an empire that has forgotten how to dream. It is in this setting of palpable darkness that Ritsu will discover that the true battle is not waged on the bloodied fields, but in the abyss that each being harbors within. And as the pages are consumed, the reader will wonder if it is truly worth emerging victorious in a world where thrones are forged with the lost souls of countless fallen.

On one fateful day, when everyone went on with their mundane lives, the Earth was found in the Dark Forest known as the universe, resulting in unknown extraterrestrial beings preying on the weak — the humanity. Grey, an intern, was then killed due to an alien invasion, only to find himself reincarnated in the mysterious world known as Magica. But wait... "I've become an alien?!" Integrated with a mysterious entity known as the Extraterrestrial System, follow Grey's journey as he begins to seek the mysteries of the world while gradually, slowly, but surely building his Alien Empire despite being surrounded by powerful existences such as Heroes, Demon Lords, and other magically powerful beings.

Bronze WINNER of WPC#322: Male Lead: Zombie Invasion Takemi Kazuichi might very well be the luckiest and unluckiest person in the world. He was an orphan, and he was severely bullied in school. Because of that, he became a hikikomori, a shut-in. When he turned sixteen, he was adopted by a rich couple who loved him as if he was their own son. Unfortunately, they died in a plane crash, and Kazuichi never overcame his bad habits of being a shut-in, largely because of his preying relatives. Fast forward to four years later, Takemi Kazuichi still stayed in the house left by his late parents. He never bothered going to work or going out to socialize with people. For the lack of a better term, he was a rich hikikomori. He never even bothered to check the news or log in on any social media. All he did was live his life in solitude, devoid of any human interaction. One day, as he came out of the shower, he heard a strange thumping sound by the doorway. "That's weird, I didn't order any delivery today." He told himself before absent-mindedly opening the door. And what stared back didn't resemble a human at all. It was a zombie— or so that's what the first thing that came into Kazuichi's mind. Unbeknownst to him, the world had drastically changed, and he was the last one to know.

"If the world will not bow to me, then all that it can do is to burn for me!" In this world devoured by war and turmoil, witness the rise of Jonathan, a son of a lowly Baronet in the Empire of Ostadonia, into the conqueror who would unite not only his country but the entirety of Promethea. Like a wolf that pursues his prey, none will escape him and in due time, he will learn that becoming a conqueror is a destiny reserved for him and only him.

«Can a marriage built solely on mutual benefit grow into something more?» She is the daughter of the powerful Duke of the Nadal Empire, but due to certain circumstances has been rejected by her own family. Entering into a marriage of convenience with the deposed Crown Princess, she hopes to use her as a weapon to avenge her humiliation. Except… Is this plan really as foolproof as she thought? — Wife, you know what your biggest mistake was? You thought you could control me. — You… She suppressed a shudder and stepped back like prey caught in a beast's trap. — …But the thing is, I'm completely untrainable. The princess's lips covered hers, and Remesis felt as if she had been thrown into the centre of a storm she could not resist. Support me on: https://boosty.to/meredit

17+ Having been denied love by her wicked husband and coerced into signing the divorce documents following her devastating first miscarriage, she curses him and escapes like a bird liberated from its cage, defiantly refusing to sign the divorce papers. In her mind, a breakup is a breakup! Little did she realize that she carried within her the child of McCarthy, the influential CEO of HomeBots and Automobiles. However, the curses she had casually uttered took on an unforeseen power over her ex-husband after her enemy ruthlessly took her life while she struggled to make ends meet. She finds herself transported to a mysterious realm and sincerely implores for a second chance at life. Miraculously, Olivia is granted this opportunity to make amends in her disturbing love life. In exchange, she forfeits a portion of her memory, completely oblivious to her past marriage and pregnancy. Now bestowed with a limited time frame, she embarks on a quest to find genuine love. Unfortunately, fate conspires against her as she once again falls prey to her adversaries—one being her murderer, and the other her estranged husband, whom she had vowed never to cross paths with again. Let us delve into Olivia's arduous journey in pursuit of true love and witness her valiant struggle against those who seek her demise. Will McCarthy possess the ability to heal a shattered heart so effortlessly? Let the unfolding tale provide the answer to this lingering question...

Do you ever imagine there's another world running right beside ours? . . . “Why don’t we put this in?" A woman speaks, her voice smooth, almost affectionate. “Nah, that’s too overpowered. Let’s add something different. Something… darker.” Then, a man’s voice interrupts, firm and unyielding. “Hey! Why don’t we make him a vampire?” The woman’s voice perks up, excited. A chill goes through me. Make what! vampire? Who! Me?! What—what are they talking about? The man lets out a skeptical grunt. “A vampire? Sure, that’s interesting, but it's too OP. Let's add something to balance it.” “Okay, okay,” she says, her tone still light, as though designing some casual new toy. “But let’s change the species—no blood-sucking from humans. It’s been done to death, too cliché right?” Blood-sucking? Humans? My mind spins. Are they actually talking about turning me into… some kind of creature? “Well,” the man chuckles, “there’s plenty else he could prey on in this world, isn’t there? We’ll give him something else to feed on.” The voices continue, completely oblivious to my horror. I lie helpless, only able to listen as they throw around options, shaping me, deciding my fate. My heart—if I even have one—pounds in the emptiness. I can’t see, move, or speak. But in their hands, I’m becoming something, one twisted decision at a time.

"'I don't care, Sarah. I despise you. I despise the whole of you." Xavier's growl sent shivers down her spine. His piercing blue eyes locked onto hers, seeing right through her. Tears welled up as he sneered, "I'm Xavier Adrian. Your feelings mean nothing." Sarah's heart shattered as his words pierced through her innocent heart. "Then who am I to you?" she trembled. Xavier's whisper sent fear coursing through her veins and he slowly let out his usual sinful smirk "I'm the Devil and you're my prey." "When darkness reigns, survival is luxury." Sarah Parker, a 19-year-old aspiring journalist, once dreamed of uncovering truth and making a name for herself. But when tragedy struck, her world shattered, leaving her with emotional scars. Now, she's forced into the dark world of the Sin-Nation Empire, where Xavier Adrian reigns. Xavier Adrian, the CEO of Nexus Tech by day and the leader of Sin-Nation-Empire at night, hides a tortured soul behind his piercing blue eyes. The son of Andrew Adrian, his blood comes with power and violence, and Xavier knows that the shades of a father’s sins are something one cannot run away from. When the two broken souls meet, Sarah is confronted with a side of her own darkness as twisted as nightmare and Xavier faces a bigger nightmare . In a world where loyalty is luxury and survival is a constant battle, can Sarah and Xavier find a way to overcome their demons, or will they become each other's destruction?

The Alpha's prey Lyra Blackwood has been running her entire life. As the last surviving member of her disgraced family, she’s been hunted, hated, and feared. But nothing could prepare her for being captured by Kael Wolfe—the brutal, merciless Alpha of a rival pack. Cold and calculated, Kael sees Lyra as nothing more than a means to an end, a pawn in his quest for revenge against the bloodline that betrayed him years ago. Thrown into his world, Lyra is held captive under Kael’s control, forced to submit to the will of a man who thrives on power and domination. He wants to break her, bend her to his will, and make her suffer for the sins of her family. But Lyra is no helpless prey. Despite the chains that bind her, she refuses to bow to him, challenging Kael at every turn. Their mutual hatred fuels a dark and dangerous attraction. The more Kael tries to dominate her, the more he becomes consumed by an obsession he never expected. And as the full moon approaches, so does a curse that ties their fates together in ways neither of them can escape. Their passion is raw, violent, and unforgiving—a battle for control as much as it is a descent into desire. But what begins as punishment turns into something darker and more twisted, as Kael realizes that breaking Lyra might mean breaking himself. As they teeter on the edge of madness, Lyra must decide whether to trust the man who once vowed to destroy her, or let the forces hunting her finally claim her life. Bound by hatred, bound by desire, they’re forced to face a love that could destroy them both—or consume them entirely. In this dark, primal world where loyalty is a weapon and betrayal is everywhere, Lyra and Kael’s fate is sealed beneath the moon—locked in a brutal dance of love and power they can no longer control.