A Frenemies to Fated Mates Vampire Romance!

HUNT by Meg Alivien is a dislike to lovers vampire romance, and the second in a new cozy & 🌶️ paranormal romance series set in the Halloweentown meets Gilmore Girls small town of Shadow Hills!

•Fated Mates

•frenemies with benef¡ts

•You came? You called.

•secret hookups

•found family

•she b¡tes back (literally)

•small town with paranormals

•vampire x human mate

•mild🩸 play

•🌶️ & cozy bingeable read

✨OUT NOW on KU, audiobook, and in paperback!

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2025/12/28 Edited to

... Read moreOkay, so I keep seeing people ask 'is Twilight spicy?' and honestly, while I love the OG vamp romance, if you're looking for something with way more heat and a truly gripping plot, you need to check out HUNT. Seriously, imagine all the best parts of a vampire romance – the intense longing, the forbidden love, the supernatural elements – but cranked up several notches. It's definitely a spicy read, not just in terms of steam (and trust me, there's plenty of that!), but also in the thrilling, often volatile, dynamics between the characters. This isn't your average fluffy romance; it has a real edge to it that keeps you turning pages. What really sets HUNT apart is its incredible blend of tropes. We're talking fated mates, which always gets me, but then you throw in a fantastic frenemies-with-benefits situation? Pure gold! The journey from dislike to lovers is so well executed, filled with witty banter and undeniable chemistry. The secret hookups add such a delicious layer of tension and anticipation. It’s like, you know they shouldn't, but you're absolutely rooting for them to break all the rules. And when they do, it's *chef's kiss*. The human-vampire mate aspect is explored beautifully, with all the challenges and undeniable pull that makes these stories so captivating. Beyond the spice, the world-building is just so enchanting. Picture a small town, much like those charming, quirky settings you find in a show like Gilmore Girls, but then add paranormals everywhere! It's this perfect cozy backdrop for all the drama and romance to unfold. You get that wonderful sense of found family, which is always a bonus for me, making you feel completely invested in the community and its residents. The contrast between the cozy setting and the intense, sometimes dark, romance creates such a unique reading experience. Plus, the female lead isn't just a damsel in distress; she definitely 'bites back' (literally, apparently!), which is refreshing to see in a paranormal romance. And for anyone wondering about the male lead, let me tell you, if you're into the 'grumpy boy' trope, you're in for a treat. He's got white hair, which is a unique visual, and I just picture him with a matcha latte in hand, brooding in the best way. The author really delivers on creating a memorable and complex character that you can't help but fall for, even with his brooding vampire vibes. The dynamic is captivating, especially with the 'You came? You called.' vibe that hints at their complicated past. There are even hints of 'mild blood play,' which adds an extra layer of dark allure for those who like their romance a little on the wild side, making it far spicier than any Twilight scene you remember. So, if you've been searching for that next bingeable, cozy, and spicy vampire romance that gives you all the feels of a Twilight scene but with an adult twist, HUNT is absolutely it. It's part of a monster boyfriends series and it's out now, so you can dive right into this world. Trust me, you won't regret picking up this book!