Awakened By The Wolf

Awakened By The Wolf
Kristal Hollis

Who's been sleeping in the Alpha's bed?Exiled from his pack by his father, Brice Walker has secretly come home to visit his ailing grandmother only to discover a human and very desirable female sleeping in his bed. Their attraction is instant. But his new bed buddy seems determined to resist his Southern charm and Alpha allure.or Brice, fiercely independent Cassie not only represents a chance to build a new life in Walker’s Run but is also his one true mate. Cassie's reluctance dissolves when a rogue shifter kidnaps her, and now she and Brice must work together to save his pack. But once she witnesses the savagery of wolfan justice, can Cassie accept Brice as man, beast and her true love?

“You don’t want me to stay away.”

Brice’s stubbled chin grazed the underside of her jaw, making it impossible to refute his accusation.

How could she even speak when the ethereal vibrations of his hot breath skimming her skin paralyzed her vocal cords?

All that escaped was a small mewling sound from the back of Cassie’s throat. It didn’t sound like the protest she meant to project and Brice didn’t take it as discouragement.

Delicate kisses replaced his breath along her jaw. The feathery sensation penetrated her senses, muting the wisdom to push away and run. What was the point? She’d already learned the futility of trying to outrun a wolf.

Cassie tipped her head, exposing her neck. He could rip out her throat if he wanted, but he seemed content to nip and lick and suck every inch. Trembling, she felt no less devoured as her strength failed from the hum of sheer pleasure.

Dangerous, oh, so dangerous.

Southern born and bred, KRISTAL HOLLIS holds a psychology degree and has spent her adulthood helping people and animals. When a family medical situation resulted in a work sabbatical, she began penning deliciously dark paranormal romances as an escape from the real-life drama. But when the crisis passed, her passion for writing love stories continued. A 2015 Golden Heart

Award finalist, Kristal lives with her husband and two rescued dogs at the edge of the enchanted forest that inspires her stories.

Awakened by the Wolf

Kristal Hollis

www.millsandboon.co.uk (http://www.millsandboon.co.uk)

To Sylvia Plumey, my 9th grade English teacher—a promise kept.

Sincere thanks to Brenda McLaughlin, Candace Colt, Joanne Calub and Raven Winter—my awesome critique partners. To my first fans, Angela Jarvis, Michelle Ochoa and LuAnn Nemeth, much love for your unwavering encouragement and support. Mom, thank you for the gift of reading. An extra special thanks to Keith, the hero of my heart. And to my editor, Ann Leslie Tuttle—thank you for believing.

Contents

Cover (#u8c200355-38f1-5afd-be29-bbcfb55daaac)

Introduction (#u43f62618-014a-5324-8970-a4730ff30e75)

Title Page (#uf739f828-daa5-5864-b50e-c20a193daeb2)

About the Author (#ud7468e9e-dd62-5743-92ae-8e7059406436)

Dedication (#u953dfbeb-f30a-5982-8d17-feef9b651cd0)

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

Chapter 5

Chapter 6

Chapter 7

Chapter 8

Chapter 9

Chapter 10

Chapter 11

Chapter 12

Chapter 13

Chapter 14

Chapter 15

Chapter 16

Chapter 17

Chapter 18

Chapter 19

Chapter 20

Chapter 21

Chapter 22

Chapter 23

Chapter 24

Chapter 25

Chapter 26

Chapter 27

Chapter 28