Orphan Rogue Claimed By The Powerful Lycan King

Synopsis

Ivy was a Rogue; her parents were killed by her Alpha, but by a law set to protect Rogue children, she was left alive until she turned 18, and the Alpha would decide her fate.

Not that any fate could be much worse than how she was already living. Her parents were slaughtered in front of her; she knew nothing but pain, and her best friend Abbie expected the worst when the Alpha Declared they would both be killed.

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Orphan Rogue Claimed By The Powerful Lycan King

Wow! Just… wow. Sometimes you stumble upon a story that grabs you by the throat from the first chapter and refuses to let go, and let me tell you, *His Lost Lycan Luna* (or at least these opening chapters!) is absolutely *that* kind of story. If you live for intense werewolf romance, alpha males with hidden depths, and heroines fighting against impossible odds, you *need* to clear your schedule. This story has sunk its claws into me, and moving on feels impossible right now.

What I Loved A Lot (So Far!):

* **The Characters Are Everything:**
* **Ivy:** Oh, my heart aches for Ivy. From the very beginning, her pain is visceral. Witnessing her parents’ slaughter, enduring years of abuse at the orphanage under the cruel Mrs. Daley, facing a death sentence simply for *existing* as a rogue… it’s brutal. But beneath the fear and trauma, there’s this core of resilience. Her fierce loyalty to Abbie is her anchor, the one pure thing in her desolate life. You see glimpses of her spirit – begging for Abbie’s life even when she risks her own, the involuntary slap when Kyson pushes her too far. She’s trapped, terrified, and physically battered (those whipping scenes and Ester’s abuse are hard to read!), but you’re rooting for her survival, for her to find *some* kind of peace, maybe even happiness? Her journey from a disposable rogue to the personal servant of the Lycan King is fraught with peril, and her constant state of hyper-vigilance is heartbreakingly believable.
* **King Kyson:** Okay, let’s talk about the King. Kyson is the epitome of the complex, commanding Alpha male that romance readers crave. He enters the scene shrouded in power and mystery, his aura literally making people tremble. Initially, he seems cold, demanding, perhaps even cruel in his dismissal of Alpha Dean. But then… there are these *moments*. His inexplicable intervention to save Ivy (a girl not even of age for judgment!), his possessive thoughts (“my girl”), his gentle cleaning of her face, the careful tending to her horrific wounds, the way he heals her cut eyebrow with a touch of Lycan magic (and *almost* kisses her?!). He’s clearly battling something internally – this intense, confusing pull towards a *rogue werewolf*, someone completely outside his world. His frustration with her fear, contrasted with his protective actions (giving her socks, a blanket, changing her dressings himself!), creates this fascinating tension. He’s powerful, dangerous, stressed by external threats (Hunters!), but utterly captivated by Ivy. Why? We don’t know yet, but watching him grapple with it is *addictive*.
* **Abbie & The Friendship:** The bond between Ivy and Abbie is the emotional heart of the early chapters. Facing death together, their quiet support for each other in the face of constant abuse – it’s beautiful and devastating. Abbie’s terror is palpable, but her first thought is always Ivy. Their friendship provides essential grounding amidst the chaos.
* **The Villains:** Mrs. Daley, Alpha Dean, and especially Ester – they are characters you *love* to hate. They serve their purpose perfectly, highlighting the cruelty Ivy faces and raising the stakes. Ester’s petty jealousy and malicious sabotage make your blood boil, creating immediate sympathy for Ivy and making Kyson’s protective moments even more impactful.

* **The Plot & Dynamics – A Constant Rollercoaster:** The story throws you right into the deep end. The dread of the looming execution, the sudden, shocking rescue, the whiplash of being taken from a death sentence to servitude in the King’s castle… it never lets up. The power imbalance between Kyson and Ivy is enormous, creating a foundation of fear and uncertainty. Yet, within that dynamic, sparks fly – confusion, intrigue, burgeoning (and unwanted on Kyson’s part, perhaps?) attraction. The forced proximity of Ivy being his personal servant, living *across the hall*, is a classic trope done incredibly well here. Add in Ester’s constant attempts to undermine Ivy, and you have layers of conflict keeping you hooked.

* **Emotional Resonance:** Prepare for feels. Deep, gut-wrenching feels. You’ll feel Ivy’s terror, her physical pain, her bone-deep exhaustion. You’ll feel fury at her abusers. You’ll feel the bewildered tenderness in Kyson’s actions, the simmering heat beneath his controlled exterior. You’ll feel the warmth of Ivy and Abbie’s friendship. It’s angst, suspense, and unexpected moments of softness all rolled into one compelling package.

* **World-Building Hints:** While focused on the characters, the story effectively establishes the Lycan/werewolf hierarchy, the harsh reality of being a rogue, and the absolute authority of the Lycan King. The castle setting adds a touch of dark fairytale ambiance. The mention of hunters and fallen kingdoms hints at a larger, dangerous world beyond Ivy’s immediate struggles, adding intrigue.

* **Chemistry & Spice Potential:** Let’s be clear, based on these chapters, it’s not explicit *yet*. But the *tension*? Off the charts. It’s in Kyson’s intense gaze, his possessive thoughts, his struggle against the urge to touch or protect Ivy. It’s in the way he insists on tending her wounds personally, the intimacy of him undressing her (even if clinical), standing between his legs, feeling his hands on her skin. The palpable heat, the confusion, the forbidden nature of his growing fascination with a rogue servant – it’s a smoldering slow burn that promises *explosive* potential. You *feel* the connection, even if the characters themselves are fighting it or don’t understand it.

These are the moments/parts/lines that are just living rent-free in my head:

~ The sheer despair and inevitability Ivy feels facing the execution block, only for that powerful, unknown voice to intervene. Chills!
~ Ivy dropping to her knees, terrified but *begging* the all-powerful King Kyson for Abbie’s life. Her loyalty shines even in her darkest moment.
~ Kyson, the King, gently wiping the filth from Ivy’s face with his own handkerchief after the humiliation in the town square. The first hint of something *more*.
~ The horrifying reveal of Ivy’s back, covered in fresh and old lashings, and Kyson’s visceral, angry reaction. You *feel* his protective rage building.
~ Kyson having Ivy change *in front of him*, not (initially) for titillation, but because he knows she’s hiding injuries and lying. The power play is intense, but his motive becomes protective.
~ The quiet intimacy of Kyson tending to Ivy’s infected wounds, his fingers tracing the damage, the vulnerability of the situation despite the power imbalance.
~ Kyson licking his thumb to heal Ivy’s split eyebrow – that unexpected touch of Lycan magic and possessive care. *Swoon*.
~ Ivy slapping Kyson’s hand away instinctively, followed by immediate terror. That flash of spirit against overwhelming fear.
~ Ester’s relentless, petty cruelty – tripping Ivy on the stairs, breaking the vase. It makes you ache for Ivy and despise Ester with a passion.
~ Kyson’s internal monologue – struggling with his possessiveness, calling himself insane, yet being unable to stay away from Ivy or stop caring for her (the blanket, the socks).
~ That tiny moment of kindness from the stoic guard, kicking the glass shard away and giving Ivy a wink. A reminder that not everyone is cruel.
~ Kyson demanding Ivy stand between his legs while he examines her dressings. The forced proximity is electric!

I cannot recommend diving into this story enough, especially if you adore complex alphas and resilient heroines caught in intense situations. Based on these chapters alone, it promises heartbreak, danger, undeniable chemistry, and a romance that feels both forbidden and fated. The writing pulls you in, making you feel Ivy’s pain and Kyson’s conflict deeply.

Seriously, stop what you’re doing and go read it. You’ll be hooked, just like me, waiting desperately to see what happens next for Ivy and her enigmatic Lycan King. This feels like the start of something truly epic and utterly addictive. 10/10 based on this beginning! Go! Now!
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