| Book Title | Chasing His Scentless Mate |
|---|---|
| Genre | Werewolf series |
| Tags | [‘Hot’] |
| Where To Read | Amazon |
Synopsis
Caroline was rejected by her mate of four years, because she was scentless.A flaw no werewolf could accept. Her mate proposed to her cousin instead.That night, heartbroken and humiliated,she let her best friend drag her to a masquerade ball.She gave herself to a masked Alpha, mysterious and devastatingly handsome.They didn’t exchange names. Just one wild night of hard kisses and rough touches. He pinned her against the wall, his powerful body grinding into hers while she moaned beneath his hungry mouth.What she thought would be a sweet one-night affair turned into an unexpected pregnancy.Three years later, Caroline has rebuilt her life in a new pack, hiding her past and raising her son.But her new boss, Alpha Draven, is ruthless, controlling, and dangerously attractive…Especially those violet eyes, the same ones she sees in her son every day.Alpha Draven torments her at work, yet she challenges him at every turn.He doesn’t know she’s the woman he’s been searching for since that fated night.While he’s still hunting for his true mate,He has no idea she’s already in his office… and has been raising his heir.
Review
Betrayed by One Mate, Claimed by Another Alpha!
If you’re searching for your next alpha obsession—a story dripping with betrayal, scorching tension, and deliciously high stakes—stop scrolling immediately! I just devoured the opening chapters of *Chasing His Scentless Mate*, and let me tell you, my heart is still racing from the sheer emotional impact and the explosive chemistry brewing between the leads. Prepare your TBR pile for a serious shake-up because this narrative delivers the dark romance angst we crave with an immediate, gut-punching hook.
This isn’t your typical ‘meet-cute’ scenario, darling readers. We dive headfirst into chaos, pain, and the immediate promise of scorching forbidden connection. Caroline Bennett, our heroine, is an intrinsically sympathetic figure from page one. She’s a scentless wolf—a status that clearly makes her vulnerable in her highly structured pack world. She’s been faithful for four years to Marcus, believing they were on the precipice of becoming eternal mates, even though her scentlessness made their bond unconventional.
### The Ultimate Betrayal Sets the Stage
The opening chapter is pure, unadulterated heartbreak delivered with surgical precision. Imagine preparing for the most important moment of your life—the bonding ritual—only to watch your boyfriend kneel before your *cousin*, Selina, and declare his love! The rejection wasn’t just emotional; the text describes it as a physical blade driving through her heart, Rory (her inner wolf) howling in agony. That visceral description of the mate bond shattering? It hits *hard*.
For those of us who adore the trope where the FMC is scorned only to rise again, Caroline’s subsequent treatment by her parents is infuriatingly perfect fuel for the comeback fire. They demand she attend the wedding of the man who betrayed her and the cousin who stole him! It’s an absolute nightmare scenario, but it forces Caroline’s hand toward freedom.
### Sparks Fly at the Masquerade: Introducing the Mystery Man
Enter the necessary escape: the Moonlight Masquerade Ball. This is where the story ignites into the steamy, irresistible dark romance territory we adore. Caroline, boosted by her best friend Eleanor and a temporary, mimicking perfume, decides to let loose. And oh, does she meet someone!
He is immediately compelling. Masked, tall, broad-shouldered, with *violet eyes* and a voice that whispers promises of danger. The jolt of electricity when he takes her hand? Instantaneous. This connection is visceral, unlike anything she’s ever felt—and critically, it’s the strongest reaction her wolf, Rory, has shown in years!
The chemistry here is volcanic. Forget slow burn; this is a sudden, intense inferno. He is utterly captivating, moving her from polite dancing to a locked, empty room where the heat is palpable. The description of their immediate, overwhelming intimacy is intense and deeply sensual. He treats her with a tenderness afterwards that contrasts sharply with his initial intense approach, showing a complexity that hints at something deeper than a casual encounter. For Caroline, who felt unlovable due to her scentlessness, this man *sees* her—even through a mask. This intense, consensual passion is the perfect balm for the bitter rejection she just endured.
But of course, in dark romance, nothing comes easy. He vanishes after a phone call, leaving her with nothing but an unbelievable memory and, plot twist alert, an unexpected pregnancy! Unprotected s$x with a mysterious stranger? Yes, please! The stakes are officially sky-high.
### The Alpha Factor: Enter Draven Thorne
Now, let’s talk about the true draw for many of us: the powerful, complicated Male Lead (MMC). We meet Alpha Draven Thorne in Chapter 6, and readers, he is exactly the demanding, intense figure we hope for. He’s the CEO of Thorne Enterprises, runs the powerful Storm Valley Pack, and is clearly accustomed to absolute command.
Draven’s initial interactions are purely through the phone, where his irritation is evident, but even then, his voice carries authority that makes Caroline’s wolf react. This isn’t just a demanding boss; this is an Alpha *testing* his new assistant. Clara, the outgoing assistant, hints at his intensity, noting that he needs someone who won’t tremble when he growls—a clear setup for Caroline’s inherent strength, which she shows immediately by sass-talking him back!
The true moment of revelation comes when Draven returns and meets Caroline face-to-face. The shock that hits him? Delicious. He sees her stunning figure, notes the expensive dress and heels (thanks to Eleanor’s excellent taste!), and then locks eyes with her. His eyes are an intense, almost violet blue.
Wait. Violet blue?
The internal monologue from Caroline is gold: she realizes her son’s rare eye color matches his Alpha boss’s *exactly*. The subtle, terrifying implication is hanging heavy in the air, and her wolf, Rory, is having a full-blown panic/recognition moment. Draven, too, feels that electric current and is instantly possessive, even as he maintains his Alpha facade. He’s already fighting internal battles over her!
### Unstoppable Tension and Pack Intrigue
The immediate workplace dynamic is electric because of this hidden connection. Draven bans the troublesome Ella Howard, who clearly has designs on him and tried to threaten Caroline. Draven states clearly that only Ryan, Clara, and *Caroline* can enter his office unannounced. He is staking his claim publicly, even if he hasn’t realized the deeper connection yet.
Then comes the text exchange between Draven and Caroline (Chapter 15) that sends my heart rate soaring! This is where the tension explodes past professional boundaries. He texts her about her “soaked panties” from their encounter, and she fires back, challenging his self-control. This raw, aggressive, sexually charged banter confirms everything we suspect: they are mutually, powerfully attracted, and Draven is *obsessed*. He’s wrestling with the fact that she looks, moves, and acts nothing like the memory of his masked loss, yet the draw is undeniable.
The stakes are further layered by the revelation that Draven *also* lost a mysterious partner at a masquerade ball three years ago, just as his parents died. Is Caroline the ghost he’s been searching for? The fact that Caroline is scentless and he couldn’t find her scent then makes this connection even more deliciously complicated.
### The Supporting Cast and Emotional Depth
While the chemistry between the leads is sizzling, the foundation Caroline builds is truly heartwarming. Her parents, initially disappointed, rally fiercely around her as a single mother. Eleanor, the Alpha’s daughter, is the ultimate ride-or-die best friend, showering Caroline and her son, Liam, with unconditional support, gifts, and practical help. This shows that even in a world governed by strict pack law, true loyalty and sisterhood can overcome judgment.
The introduction of Clara Reed as a surrogate mother figure to Draven, and now a confidante to Caroline, adds fascinating depth to the Storm Valley side. Clara immediately recognizes the violet eyes and realizes the scope of the impending drama. She respects Caroline’s strength, unlike the venomous Ella Howard, who provides that necessary dose of social antagonism every good romance needs.
### Why You Need This Book Now
*Chasing His Scentless Mate* gives us everything we crave: a wronged heroine cast out by weak men (Marcus) only to find herself positioned directly under the nose of an overwhelmingly powerful, brooding, and intensely focused Alpha. Draven Thorne is possessive, d$$$$$$t, and clearly battling the instinct to claim a woman he finds impossibly attractive, all while wrestling with the ghost of a past love that Caroline eerily mirrors.
The emotional payoff here is monumental. Caroline moves from heartbroken outcast to sought-after employee and unwitting obsession of a powerful Alpha, all while fiercely protecting her scentless son. The slow realization of Draven that his new assistant might be the ghost from his past, combined with the instant, overwhelming physical pull, promises explosive romantic conflict.
If you live for the slow unfolding of destiny wrapped in high workplace tension, secret parentage, and alpha dominance that *actually* respects competence (even while being utterly demanding), you *must* start this series. We are waiting for the moment Draven realizes that the capable, slightly sassy, scentless assistant who makes his blood boil is also the key to his past happiness. Don’t miss out on this journey! Grab your tissues (for the angst) and your fan (for the heat)—you’re going to need both!
