Alpha Prince Claims the Scorned Girl and Her Secret Baby

Synopsis

I was treated like a Omega servant by my “family”, and forced to serve drinks at my step-sister’s 18th birthday. She told everyone I was pregnant with a “mutt” even if I begged her not to tell anyone.Just when all the guests gasped at the shocking news, the most famous Alpha prince took off his blazer and covered me with it.
“Enough. The baby is mine.”

Review

Alpha Prince Claims the Scorned Girl and Her Secret Baby

Finally! I read the first few chapters of *The Hidden Luna Queen* with high expectations and mostly…I wasn’t disappointed.

If you live for stories about the downtrodden heroine finding her powerful Alpha savior, cruel step-families getting their comeuppance, and a romance that starts with a bang (literally?), prepare your Kindles! This story hits all those delicious notes right from the jump.

We meet Maeve, our protagonist, who is living a gut-wrenching reality. Treated like an omega servant by her Alpha father, stepmother, and venomous half-sister, she’s denied her birthright, forced into rags, and kept hidden away. The opening scene at her sister Sarah’s 18th birthday party sets the stage perfectly, showcasing just how cruel her “family” is.

Sarah, a truly detestable villain from the start, takes things to a new low. Not only does she force Maeve to serve drinks, but she publicly exposes Maeve’s unplanned pregnancy, lying and calling the baby a “mutt.” It’s a moment designed to humiliate and break our heroine, and it works… until he arrives.

Enter Prince Xaden. The most famous, formidable Alpha Prince, the pride of the kingdom. He walks into the chaos, witnesses Maeve’s public shaming, and delivers *that line*. “Enough. The baby is mine.” Cue the collective gasp, because *mine* certainly wasn’t the only heart that stopped.

Xaden’s arrival is everything you want in an Alpha savior. He’s commanding, protective, and completely disregards the social hierarchy to defend Maeve. He doesn’t just save her; he *claims* her and her unborn child in front of everyone, including the family who has abused her for years. It’s a moment of pure, unadulterated satisfaction.

Their connection actually started weeks before that dramatic entrance. Maeve recounts how she was forced to accompany Sarah to the capital and, after a day of humiliation (Sarah making her carry bags, insulting her), Sarah led her to a dark alley near a brothel and drugged her with a potent mixture intended to induce heat and leave her vulnerable to terrible men.

This is where Xaden comes in. He was driving by, caught the scent (the sweetest, most delicious scent he’d ever smelled), and was drawn to her. Finding her terrified and drugged, he immediately chased off her attackers. Despite mistaking her for a prostitute initially, once he realizes she’s been drugged and is a v$$$$n in her first heat, his Alpha protectiveness kicks in.

The scene in the hotel room is intense and pivotal. He’s d$$$$$$t but also incredibly tender. He asks for her consent, even in her drugged state, and shows remarkable restraint initially, trying to help her without taking advantage. But her heat is too powerful, their connection undeniable, and they share a night of intimacy. The description of their physical connection is palpable – steamy, raw, and emotionally charged, even if blurred by the drug for Maeve.

After that night, Maeve returns home just before dawn, only to be caught by her furious family. Her father smells another wolf on her, Sarah confirms she was out all night, and the abuse escalates. They discover her pregnancy and plot to banish her, but the father hesitates due to concern for his reputation if the truth about her illegitimacy and being “mistreated” gets out. He confines her instead, a cruel irony given her yearning for freedom.

Fast forward fifteen days to Sarah’s party. Maeve, hiding a growing baby bump, takes a pregnancy test and confirms her fears/hopes. Sarah discovers the test and uses it as leverage, forcing Maeve to act as a servant again, threatening to reveal the pregnancy if she doesn’t comply and, specifically, stay away from Prince Xaden.

The confrontation at the party is explosive. Sarah’s public announcement is vicious, intended to ruin Maeve completely. But Xaden’s intervention flips the script spectacularly. He doesn’t just claim the baby; he exposes Sarah’s cruelty (hinting he knows she drugged Maeve). He stands by Maeve when her family tries to control the narrative and move things to private.

Xaden is presented as a true Alpha. He’s powerful, decisive, and fiercely protective of what’s *his*. He gives Maeve agency by letting her decide Sarah’s fate, though her family’s manipulation tries to force her hand. His ruthlessness in punishing Sarah (and later Bella) is shocking but also deeply satisfying given the depths of their cruelty. He isn’t afraid to use his power to ensure justice, or at least *his* version of it, is served.

Their move to Xaden’s private mansion (not the palace, which he reveals is full of treacherous family) allows for a deeper exploration of their relationship. We see a more vulnerable side of Xaden, sharing his trust issues regarding his own family. Maeve, despite years of abuse, finds it difficult to fully trust and confide, still hearing her family’s manipulative voices.

The housekeeper, Maggie, initially highlights the external judgment Maeve faces (“What are you to His Royal Highness?”), reinforcing the challenges ahead. But Xaden immediately corrects Maggie, making it clear Maeve is important to him, and her duty is to Maeve.

The arrival of Bella, Sarah’s equally cruel friend, provides another test. Bella immediately reverts to bullying Maeve, using her old nickname “Mundy Mae” and attempting to force alcohol on her again, even after learning she’s pregnant. This scene is tense and shows Maeve trying to stand her ground, but ultimately Xaden walks in just in time.

Xaden’s reaction to Bella’s cruelty solidifies his character. He is absolutely enraged that someone would harm Maeve, especially by trying to force alcohol on her again. His punishment for Bella and her complicit parents is severe and memorable (forcing them to drink a barrel of wine!). It’s a dark streak, perhaps, but feels earned given their actions and the potential harm to Maeve and the baby.

After the drama, Xaden takes Maeve to his bedroom, desperate for answers about why she’s treated so poorly. When she struggles to confide due to ingrained fear, he doesn’t push relentlessly. Instead, he shows her trust through his actions, kissing her, telling her she captivates him, and promising to protect her.

The intimate scene in his bedroom is tender and passionate. He’s careful of her pregnancy, guiding her, ensuring her pleasure. It’s not just about the physical; it’s about connection, reassurance, and him showing her she’s desired and safe. His vulnerability when he asks her to still be there when he wakes up is incredibly swoon-worthy.

The final moments of the provided text deliver another huge reveal: Xaden declares Maeve is his “Luna.” This elevates her status instantly and signals a future of partnership and power. It’s the ultimate validation for Maeve and a clear statement from Xaden to everyone.

This story is a rollercoaster of emotions. You feel Maeve’s pain and yearning, cheer for her small acts of defiance, and absolutely *live* for Xaden’s powerful interventions. The romance, while starting unconventionally, quickly deepens into something that feels protective, passionate, and based on a deep, perhaps fated, connection (his heat triggered, her unique scent).

If you crave a hero who sees the heroine’s true worth beneath the surface, fights her battles (and lets her fight some too!), and declares his intentions with unwavering Alpha authority, you *need* to read this. The villains are truly despicable, making the hero’s actions all the more satisfying. There’s angst, spice, high stakes, and the promise of Maeve rising from the ashes to become the Luna she was meant to be.

Don’t walk, run to dive into *The Hidden Luna Queen*. You won’t regret it!