Alpha's Gamble

by Madison Granger

Sometimes what you don't want is exactly what you need.Zeke Daniels has it all... Alpha of the Stone Forge shifters and owner of The Guardian—bistro by day, exclusive club by night. Nestled in the heart of New Orleans' French Quarter, The Guardian is a safe haven for the supernatural community where few humans are allowed entrance. Zeke cares little for humans but knows he has to tolerate a few to maintain his business.When Chloe Winters’ brother leaves their home with only a note rattling on about a frat house party and getting bitten by a werewolf, she’s bound and determined to get to the truth of the matter. Blake isn’t crazy, though the note would have her believe otherwise. Entering an unbelievable world, Chloe begins the search for her brother.Meeting Zeke Daniels is an obstacle Chloe could've done without. Every time she crosses his path, something goes wrong, and he makes it clear she’s nothing but a nuisance. Content to avoid him, fate begs to differ, throwing them together at every possible turn. Her attraction to the sexy, surly Alpha doesn’t help matters either.As Chloe is drawn deeper into a dark and dangerous world, she realizes Zeke is her only hope to find her brother and make it out alive. Torn by conflicting emotions, the couple must learn to work together and deal with their emerging feelings for each other as they face an enemy who threatens to expose the entire supernatural world.

280 pages, Paperback

Published January 20, 2024

About the author

Madison Granger is a free-spirited late bloomer. She stubbornly lives by three beliefs: dreams can come true, never give up, and you're never too old to try new things. She is living proof of all three adages, vowing she isn't done by a long shot.

Born and raised near New Orleans and even closer to the swamps of south Louisiana, Madison Granger is no stranger to tales of the magical and different.

An avid reader, Madison grew tired of reading about young, flighty girls and began writing her own stories of mature women who aren't so quick to jump before looking first.

Reviews

[Vickie Chaisson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Alpha's Gamble is a rollercoaster ride of fated mates, opposites attraction, anger, mistrust and family loyalty. The storyline will keep you turning the pages just to find out what happens next. Character development is succinct and loveable. The Alpha of the Stone Forge pact has really no use and mistrust of humans. Imagine his shock when finds his fated mate is a human. Chloe is a human whose brother was turned against his will. This book is full of great characters and you will not wantto put it down. This author knows how to enthrall her readers with a strong storyline and her characters. You will enjoy this book.

[Lily · Rating 5 out of 5]

Shifter romance can be hit and miss for me, but this one hit it out of the park. Granger did an amazing job drawing me in, and I immediately loved Chloe. She might be human, but she's fierce, determined, and loyal. It broke my heart to see how grateful she was to have friends and a place she felt she belonged. Zeke is an interesting MC, and I like how protective yet annoyed he can get at times. He's strong, and smart, well...he can be a little dense about some things lol. I got sucked right into the shifter world of New Orleans, and I'm a little sad to leave it behind. Looking forward to more stories from this pack!

[Talisha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Madison Granger is an amazing writer. Her stories always suck you right in, and this one was no different. Zeke is the Alpha of his wolf shifter pack, Chloe came looking for her brother. Zeke really doesn't like humans, and Chloe didn't know about the sup world until she fell right into it. The story line flows so good, never missing a beat, and is easy to follow along. Its not filled with what I call "fluff", its an actual STORY from start to finish. Now don't get me wrong I like my "steamy" romances if you know what I mean, but at the same time its always a breath of fresh air to actually read a story line, and Madison is sooo good at that! Definitely can't wait for the next one!

[Lela · Rating 5 out of 5]

Zeke meets Chloe when he hears a woman being harassed by three men late one night. Chloe tells him she didn’t need any help and they part ways. They meet up again when there’s trouble for Chloe and Zeke begins thinking Chloe is nothing but trouble. That is until his wolf starts giving hints that she’s his fated mate and she is being taken and harmed by a leader of a different pack. Oh! Did I mention that Chloe is human and this shifted world is new to her? Can Zeke keep Chloe safe and get her to understand that she’s his fated mate before something really bad happens?

I really enjoyed the writing of this story. It kept me interested and made me want to know what was going to happen next.

[Stacy Ross · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great introduction into a new pack series. Zeke has everything he wants or so he thinks.

Chloe is just trying to find her brother after reading a cryptic note telling her not to find Him
After having to help her out of a couple of jams, Zeke thinks she is a trouble magnet
It’s wonderful story of a man who tries to deny what is right in front of his eyes and a woman who learns about a world she only thought she knew about

[Laura · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another amazing book by M. Granger and even better is that it is first in a series. Another fabulous series to start to read and I'm really forward to it. Two people who are so different from each other, meet in unusual circumstances and yet something draws them to each other even either one understand why. Love , Love , Love this book and I know others will also

[Nikki Bao · Rating 5 out of 5]

Zeke is the Alpha and barely tolerates humans. Searching for her brother, Chloe starts working at the Guardian, a Zeke-owned business. He can't seem to get her out of his head and Chloe feels the same. With danger around the corner, can they follow their hearts in time?

[Lori Hammons · Rating 5 out of 5]

Chloe uproots herself in search of her recently turned to wolf shifter brother. His desire to keep her safe backfires. Now she has two protectors, one a Fated Mate! This is a thoroughly enjoyable paranormal story.

[Cary · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG, I love this book. Madison never fails to deliver a very well written book with great world building and fantastic characters. Can't wait to read more on this world

[Rhaine Storm · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the first book I have ever read by the author and OMG this book is great! She pulled me in from chapter one and I couldn't put this book down. I will definitely be reading more books by her.

[Priscilla Reinart · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it so much! The twist n turns! I didnt expect the plot twist at all! Can't wait for the rest of the series to come out. Oooo man this finished so well! The way he pushed and she zigged to avoid him, just so they fall in love!

[Iluvbks · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great story. First of all no instant love. This book takes you deep into the shifter world. With a brother missing, an author wanting to expose shifters plus a shifter that keeps turning humans so he can have a pack. In addition, you have the lead male not listing to his wolf. This was a great read. All the characters were well thought out. The story flowed and I kept want to just turn pages to see what was next. The Stone Forge shifters series looks to be an amazing series. Looking forward to the next one.