| Book Title | Beauty And The Beta |
|---|---|
| Genre | romance |
| Tags | romance, hot, trending |
| Where To Read | Amazon |
Synopsis
Bailey seems to be never destined to fit in, a little geeky, but under it all, a hidden beauty that so many seem to miss, but still not what her pack Alpha is looking for in a fated mate… so he is determined to reject her and make her life hell. Bailey, knowing her life will likely never be the same focuses on what she can control, her future, and heads off to study; becoming a teacher.
Asher is the Beta of Autumn Valley Pack, a neighbouring pack. A broken man having suffered the loss of his mate after a rogue attack, Asher is slowly crumbling. Falling to pieces. A shadow of his former self, and not a man that anyone wants to be around anymore…
Until, Autumn Valley Pack require a new teacher, and Bailey finds herself there and pushed together with the Beta. Is there a connection building or is that in their imaginations? And what will happen when Bailey’s mate comes back to claim what is his?
Chapter 1
Bailey dreads attending Alpha Miles’s birthday party, feeling alienated and unwanted. She feels like an outcast compared to the popular, idolized Miles and his circle. Her brother and sister seem to take pleasure in teasing her. Bailey’s mother, however, insists she attend.
At the party, Bailey feels out of place amidst the celebratory atmosphere. Miles, surprisingly, orders her to leave the party, expressing a sudden rejection of her as his potential mate. His reasoning centers around his belief he deserves a “strong” and “beautiful” mate, not someone he deems “feeble” or “pathetic”. Bailey, caught off guard, questions his sudden harshness.
Later, Miles confronts Bailey outside, revealing a newfound understanding about his future mate. He believes she is not the mate destined for him. He states his intention to reject her when she gains her wolf. Bailey feels conflicted by these revelations.
Chapter 2
Bailey, unhappy and feeling unwanted, reluctantly attends Alpha Miles’s birthday party. She feels alienated and is mocked by her sister. Miles, upon her arrival, demands she leave, stating she is beneath him. A heated exchange ensues, filled with accusations and arguments.
Later, Miles confronts Bailey again. He reveals a rejection of her as his mate, emphasizing his desire for a more “suitable” companion. Bailey is hurt and confused by this sudden change in Miles’s demeanor. She feels conflicted by his revelation.
Bailey’s brother teases her at the party, further highlighting her feeling of being an outcast. Miles’s rejection of her, and his insistence on her departure leave Bailey feeling conflicted and ultimately unhappy.
Chapter 3
Bailey returns to her pack, the Lotus Shadow Pack, after completing her degree. She feels a sense of dread and unhappiness at the prospect of returning. Harley, a pack warrior, recognizes her despite her changed appearance and welcomes her back.
Bailey arrives home to find her mother and Miles, the Alpha. Miles, though, coldly rejects her, stating she must leave. A tense exchange follows, where Miles’s attitude is contemptuous and accusatory. Bailey feels hurt and conflicted by his sudden rejection and perceived threat of being treated as a subordinate. Miles’s dismissal leaves Bailey feeling isolated and unhappy.
Later, Miles confronts Bailey again, revealing that he rejected her as his mate. He implies there was a reason for the decision that Bailey is not good enough, which confuses and hurts her. Her brother teases her at the party, adding to her sense of isolation. Bailey feels trapped and unhappy, with no clear path forward. Miles’s rejection leaves her feeling conflicted and ultimately unhappy.
Chapter 4
Bailey, returning to her pack after a period away, finds a cold reception from Miles, the Alpha. Miles’s demeanor is dismissive and accusatory, rejecting her. Bailey feels hurt and conflicted by his sudden rejection.
Later, Miles confronts Bailey again, revealing he rejected her as his mate. He implies Bailey is somehow inadequate. Bailey’s brother adds to her distress. Bailey feels trapped and unhappy, with no clear path forward. Miles’s actions leave Bailey feeling isolated and unhappy.
Chapter 5
Asher, the Beta, is plagued by nightmares of a past attack that cost him his mate, Isla. He paces the packhouse corridors, unable to sleep. Young warriors, drunk and boisterous, disturb his attempts at rest. Asher hides in his office, where he falls asleep. Caleb, the Alpha, finds him there, concerned by Asher’s recent withdrawn demeanor. Asher brushes off Caleb’s concern, claiming to just be tired.
Caleb presses, mentioning Eden’s worry about Asher’s distance. Asher snaps at Caleb, feeling judged and defending his role as Beta. Caleb, understanding Asher’s grief and loss, tells him to get showered and prepare for a meeting.
Chapter 6
Asher, the Beta, struggles with sleeplessness, haunted by nightmares of a past attack that cost him his mate, Isla. He’s disturbed by rowdy young warriors in the packhouse, leading him to seek refuge in his office, where he eventually falls asleep. Caleb, the Alpha, finds him there, visibly concerned by Asher’s withdrawn and irritable behaviour.
Asher dismisses Caleb’s concern, claiming tiredness, but Caleb persists, mentioning Eden’s worry about Asher’s distance and isolation. Asher snaps at Caleb, feeling judged and defending his role as Beta, emphasizing the responsibilities he bears. Caleb, understanding Asher’s grief and loss, tells him to get ready for a meeting.
Chapter 7
Bailey confronts her brother, Jordan, after he accuses her of disrespecting Miles and Ellis. Bailey denies any wrongdoing, attributing the prior incident to a playful exchange. Jordan, however, insists that their actions were disrespectful. He accuses Bailey of being a troublemaker and reminds her of her low status within the pack. An argument ensues, escalating to the point of physical confrontation. Jordan grabs Bailey’s arm, and she fiercely defends herself against his accusations, asserting her right to her opinions and decisions. She reveals that the Alpha instructed her to return home, contradicting Jordan’s claim that she had begged to leave. Bailey feels betrayed and misunderstood by those close to her, and the underlying tension and lack of respect within the pack deepens.
Chapter 8
Miles, grappling with his father’s insistence on finding his fated mate, feels pressured and resentful. He believes his father is clinging to power and control, and is irritated by the suggestion he needs a mate to legitimize his role as Alpha. Miles privately reflects on his past relationship with Bailey, feeling disdain towards her and vowing to control her future. He dismisses the idea of a second chance mate, believing his wolf’s preference for Bailey is a mistake. Miles believes Bailey is unworthy and plans to make her life miserable.
Miles’s father attempts to persuade him that a Luna is crucial to the pack’s well-being, comparing it to his own experience. Miles, however, argues that he doesn’t need a mate and that his pack is prepared for him. He lies, assuring his father that a mate will come when fate dictates.
Bailey confronts her brother, Jordan, after he accuses her of disrespecting Miles and Ellis. Bailey denies any wrongdoing, claiming it was a playful exchange. Jordan insists their actions were disrespectful, labeling Bailey as a troublemaker and highlighting her low status in the pack. An argument ensues, escalating to a physical confrontation. Jordan grabs Bailey’s arm, and she defends herself against his accusations, asserting her right to her own opinions and decisions. She reveals that the Alpha instructed her to return home, contradicting Jordan’s claim that she had begged to leave. Bailey feels betrayed and misunderstood by those close to her, further highlighting the tensions within the pack.
Chapter 9
Bailey, bored and unsuccessful in her job search, encounters Harley, a pack warrior. They chat, and Harley, surprisingly, initiates a friendly interaction, offering an ice cream. Bailey finds his behavior endearing and a change from the usual indifference of others. Harley’s unexpected gesture leaves Bailey in a state of confusion and reflection on the shift in how others treat her since she has improved her appearance and eyesight.
Bailey’s father confronts her, expressing disapproval of her interactions and urging her to apologize to Miles. He believes she is causing problems and that she should respect Miles, foreshadowing their future conflict. Bailey feels shocked and betrayed by her father’s sudden intervention.
Bailey confronts her brother, Jordan, after he accuses her of disrespecting Miles and Ellis. Bailey vehemently denies any wrongdoing, arguing she was only being playful and asserting her right to her own opinions. Jordan, however, labels her a troublemaker and emphasizes her low standing within the pack. Their argument escalates to a physical confrontation, with Jordan grabbing Bailey’s arm, and a heated exchange ensues. Bailey defends herself and asserts her independence, revealing that the Alpha had ordered her to return home, directly contradicting Jordan’s claim. Bailey feels misunderstood and betrayed by those around her.
Miles, pressured by his father to find a mate, feels resentful and disdainful towards the idea, particularly Bailey. He views the notion of a Luna as unnecessary and believes his pack is capable of functioning without one. Miles privately dismisses any potential for a second chance with Bailey, believing his initial preference was a mistake. He plans to make her life difficult.
Chapter 10
Bailey returns to the pack, greeted with a cold stare from Miles. Her uncle tries to welcome her back, but Miles’s attitude is dismissive and condescending, causing an immediate tension. Bailey’s father intervenes, demanding an apology from Bailey to Miles. Bailey fiercely defends herself, arguing Miles’s behavior is unacceptable. Miles, furious, threatens to expel Bailey, prompting his father’s intervention to calm the situation. Bailey’s father insists she show Miles respect.
Bailey’s father reprimands her for causing problems, demanding an apology to Miles despite her belief that she is in the right. Bailey feels betrayed by her father’s stance.
Bailey clashes with Jordan, who accuses her of disrespecting Miles and Ellis, and labels her as a troublemaker. The argument escalates physically and verbally, with Bailey defending her actions and her father’s demand.
Miles, under pressure from his father to find a mate, resents the idea, viewing his pack’s functioning without a Luna as sufficient and dismissing Bailey as a potential partner. Miles plans to make Bailey’s life difficult.
Chapter 11
The pack party was underway, but Asher felt out of place. Eden, the pack Luna, noticed his discomfort and tried to reassure him. Asher, however, worried about the party’s logistics and his uncle’s enjoyment. He observed a group of unfamiliar pack members and felt a pang of familiarity with one particular woman.
Asher’s uncle, Isaak, seemed happy, and Asher appreciated the effort that went into organizing the party. However, Asher felt increasingly restless. Eden tried to reassure him that everyone was having a good time. Despite Eden’s assurances, Asher felt a desire to escape the party.
Asher’s uncle summoned him, wanting Asher to meet someone. Asher’s efforts to leave were thwarted. The interaction with the unfamiliar woman was brief and unsettling. Asher was interrupted by his uncle wanting him to speak with someone new.
Chapter 12
Bailey attends a party for a former Alpha, feeling out of place amidst unfamiliar faces. Her brother, Jordan, teases her about her interactions with another member of the pack, Miles. Bailey feels judged and ignored. Her father introduces her to Isaak, the former Alpha. Bailey expresses interest in a teaching position, and Isaak suggests she speak with Beta Asher about a potential job.
Bailey’s father relays the job opportunity to Asher, who receives the news with a cold and dismissive demeanor. Bailey attempts to explain her qualifications, but Asher abruptly dismisses her, instructing her to contact the pack for a meeting. Bailey is left feeling frustrated and unsure of her prospects.
Chapter 13
Bailey feels alienated at a party for a former alpha, observing the interactions of others with a sense of detachment. She notices the former alpha, Isaak, is enjoying the party while the beta, Miles, seems equally uninterested in the social aspect. Bailey’s father, after the party, introduces her to Isaak. Bailey expresses interest in a teaching position. Isaak suggests she speak with Beta Asher.
Bailey’s father relays the job opportunity to Asher, who reacts coolly and dismissively to Bailey’s interest in the position. Bailey attempts to explain her qualifications, but Asher is unresponsive and directs her to contact the pack for a meeting, leaving Bailey frustrated and uncertain about her prospects.
Chapter 14
Morgan’s car sickness and family tensions dominated the drive home. Dad and Jordan clashed over pack matters, with Jordan criticizing Dad’s decisions and questioning Bailey’s interactions with members of another pack. Dad defended his actions, emphasizing that the interactions were unrelated to Jordan. Jordan, upset, suggested reporting Dad to Miles. Bailey defended her father and explained the situation. The argument culminated in an angry exchange, with Jordan accusing Bailey of causing problems.
Bailey’s father, wanting her to pursue a teaching position offered by another pack, introduces her to Isaak. Bailey expresses interest, but Beta Asher reacts coldly to the prospect. Asher dismisses Bailey’s qualifications and directs her to contact the pack. Bailey felt frustrated and uncertain about her future.
Chapter 15
A tense drive home was marked by arguments between Bailey’s father and Jordan. Jordan criticized the father’s pack decisions and questioned Bailey’s interactions with another pack. The father defended his actions, stating the interactions were unrelated to Jordan. Jordan, upset, threatened to report the father to Miles. Bailey defended her father, explaining the situation. The argument escalated with Jordan accusing Bailey of creating problems.
Bailey’s father, wanting her to consider a teaching position from another pack, introduced her to Isaak. Bailey showed interest, but Asher reacted negatively to the prospect, dismissing Bailey’s qualifications and instructing her to contact the pack. Bailey felt frustrated and uncertain about her future.
