The Alpha's Contract

by Taylor West

Genres: Werewolves, Romance, Fantasy, Wolves, Love, Supernatural, Shapeshifters

592 pages, Unknown Binding

Reviews

[Nana Pickrell · Rating 4 out of 5]

DNF but what I read was really good. Found this story on Good Novel but I refuse to pay to read chapters. I would rather buy the book outright. That way I can go back and reread the book if I want.

[Heather Albritton · Rating 2 out of 5]

Pay per chapter is just ridiculous. Booktok got me. I paid for the first installment, then found it on Google. I made it to Ch. 163 of 612. The book has great characters and plot. BUT OMG GET TO A POINT!! There are so many convoluted storylines thrown together. It was like 5 books were edited together accidentally. Pick one or two problems to deal with, not ten.

[Gina · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Alpha's Contract
by Taylor West (Goodreads Author)

I found this book on the e-reader GoodNovel.com.

Review of the actual book:
The author, Taylor West, is a good writer and the story is engaging and kept me interested through the first 272 chapters. Yes, I said 272 chapters, out of 600 and counting.
There are werewolves and there are Lycans. Lycans came before werewolves and when they 'shift' from their human form, they are a wolf/human hybrid. Werewolves shift from their fully human state to a fully wolf form; they can hear/speak to their wolf in their human form and the human is still present when in wolf form.
In this book, the werewolf community believes that all Lycans have died out until Rogues begin attacking humans and werewolves.
Neah was treated as a slave in her former pack until recognized as "Mate" by the Alpha (leader) of a large werewolf pack. Her progression from mistreated slave to Luna is interesting and well done.
However, due to the expense of buying chapters or earning coins, and the ongoing nature of the book, I just can't continue with this book.
My tag "couldnt-get-through" isn't true in this instance when talking directly about the story, but I didn't want to create a new tag just for this book.
The story had several opportunities for the author to close out a "Book 1", and then continue the story in additional books. I'm not familiar enough with the author, or e-readers in general, to know why the author chose to create a never-ending story, other than money.
If I come across this story in another form, I would happily pick it up and finish reading the story.

Review of the style of the book and e-reader company:
I found out that this "book" on the e-reader is an "Ongoing book". Unfortunately, I didn't figure this out until I was 200 chapters into the book.
I am not the audience for this type of book. An "ongoing" book means that you have no idea when or if the author will ever end the story. They just keep adding updates/chapters on a schedule set by the e-reader company.
Readers buy chapters by earning coins or buying a bunch of coins. GoodNovel also offers subscription options for about $15/week or $199/year. ($15/Week = $780/YEAR!) This seems way too expensive to me when many of the books on the site are not well-written. You almost cannot earn enough coins to cover more than a couple of chapters per day without watching several videos/ads. And many chapters are barely 2 pages long. It feels like a money grab and that's not how I like to read. I like to lie down and read for several hours, and I want a whole book when I read.

Several books I tried to read after I dropped The Alpha's Contract were so poorly written that it seemed the author either used AI or was a non-native English speaker. Editing is poor, even in the good books. Entire sentences of random words strung together were unreadable.

I gave this e-reader a shot (GoodNovel) and now that my coins are gone, I'll be deleting the app and my account. I have other e-readers on my phone and each one appears to handle subscriptions/book purchases differently.

[Deborah Armstrong · Rating 1 out of 5]

Reader beware. This is a pay to read novel that has no ending. It stops with no cliff hanger, only the announcement that the book is in the process of being serialized. It would be a 5 star read if the author used an editor and proofreader and provided an ending. There are too many errors to overlook.
It is a good story that needs work. It has everything: wolves, Lycans, hunters, spells, witches, and many plot twists. Too bad it doesn't have an ending.

[Melanie Bishop · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was curious about web novels. Now I am not.

[Carol Gadient · Rating 4 out of 5]

The story itself is really good but my main issues are that she definitely needs someone to make sure some consistency is kept and that they make sure the chapters flow better from one to the other because some pieces don't seem to connect and you almost have to guess what is meant...Also where tf is book 2?! I just wanna know how Thalia is dealt with and if Neah can finally get some freaking peace...618 chapters and it still isn't concluded it's a bit ridiculous.

[Kelli Blake · Rating 1 out of 5]

Web novel = worst decision ever….. bad editing, 5 books in one, a cliff hanger with no ending that you can find,
Skipped chapters for adult themes and descriptions, language.


10 out of 10 DO NOT recommend.

[Jenna Thomas-mckie · Rating 1 out of 5]

Sometimes you just want to read a trashy Cinderella werewolf story - and all too often, it stops being just trashy and becomes actual garbage.

[Paige Khan · Rating 4 out of 5]

First thing, many people have read a snippet on this book but have been unable to find it or get around the paywall on other sites. The author Taylor West has renamed the book, made some edits, and released it on a platform called Inkitt. The books name is “The Bonds that Bind Us.” You will need to pay a $5 monthly subscription but it gives you access to all her books for the month. This story was split into two books so it’s best to pay the one time $5 fee and cancel once you finish.

Now for the review.
The book was great. It took me a total of 8 hours to read the full 662 pages but it was well worth it as I didn’t put this story down.
If you are squeamish about menstrual cycles by warned!!! I won’t put any spoilers but keep this in mind.

[Bex Tak · Rating 1 out of 5]

DNF.
Honestly, I just got over it.
I hope her old pack and Salem get what's coming to them.
I hope she's happy w the alpha and all is well w the babies.
I hope Damien and the doctor sister get to live their happily ever after.
I hope the alpha's brother, and the doctors twin, forgives/realises and comes home.
But I just honestly could not be bothered getting there. Parts were already annoying me and I didn't feel as though I'd be any less annoyed if I carried on.

[Damian Bradshaw · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Alpha's Contract falls under the paranormal romance genre, with a strong focus on werewolf lore, pack dynamics, and forbidden love. The story explores themes of power, loyalty, and self-discovery, wrapped in a tale of passion and intrigue. Fans of supernatural romance will find themselves drawn into the world of alphas, betas, and omegas, where hierarchy and destiny play pivotal roles.

Character Dynamics
The protagonist is a strong-willed yet vulnerable female lead who finds herself entangled in a contract with an alpha werewolf. Her character is relatable, as she navigates the challenges of her new life while grappling with her growing feelings for the alpha. The alpha male lead, on the other hand, is the epitome of dominance and complexity. He is fiercely protective, yet his cold exterior hides a deeper emotional struggle. The chemistry between the two leads is electric, and their evolving relationship keeps readers hooked.

Plot and Storyline
The story begins with the female lead being forced into a contractual agreement with the alpha, setting the stage for a tense and dramatic narrative. As the plot unfolds, secrets are revealed, alliances are tested, and the stakes grow higher. The pacing is well-balanced, with moments of intense action, emotional depth, and romantic tension. The author does an excellent job of weaving together the supernatural elements with the characters' personal journeys, creating a story that is both thrilling and heartfelt.

At its core, The Alpha's Contract is a story about love, resilience, and finding one's place in a world filled with challenges. It highlights the importance of trust and communication in relationships, even in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds. The book also delves into the idea of breaking free from societal expectations and embracing one's true self.

In conclusion, The Alpha's Contract is a must-read for fans of paranormal romance and werewolf fiction. Its engaging plot, well-developed characters, and emotional depth make it a standout title on Goodnovel. Whether you're a longtime reader of the genre or new to werewolf romances, this book is sure to leave you eagerly turning the pages. Don’t miss out on this thrilling tale—head over to Goodnovel and dive into the world of The Alpha's Contract today!

[GiGi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bummer that the author started to rewrite right as we approach the climax of the story. Rewriting is a good idea though. There are some minor inconsistencies in this one, but it was overall a solid story. The pacing was not always great and it's not always clear how much time has passed but all in all, the author has done a nice job.
Hopefully I remember to periodically check in on how far along she is. Luckily she seems to be catching up to where this one left off.

[livsbookcorner · Rating 2 out of 5]

dnf but i did like for the first half but the book was never ending :( it felt like the conflict was dragging and the romance felt a little off. first half was good but i don’t want to pay to read the rest. id rather pay for whole book than per chapter

[Steph Pozzi · Rating 1 out of 5]

Dnf

[Sabrina Campbell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finished the rewrite … waiting for book two

[Ana Franjković · Rating 4 out of 5]

I got to chapter 617 and I see no more. It doesn't end there, there is just no new chapters.
The story is fine for a fast read. This one in particular I read on my phone when I had smaller bits of time to fill.
But if I had to sit and read a bigger part of the story in one sitting I think it would be too much.
There is a lot to read and with that a lot of things is happening, there is no moment of peace for anyone, there is always more and more..
And still.. I hope there will be more chapters in the future:)

[Niv Paska · Rating 1 out of 5]

I thought web books were supposed to be quick reads - oh, I was definitely wrong! This is like the EastEnders of books - it just goes on and on forever. The story was interesting at first, but it's way too drawn out. The first 70 chapters were good, I pushed through to around 100 which is when I realised there's 600 chapters! I couldn't imagine sticking with it for another 500+ chapters! WHAT COULD YOU POSSIBLY HAVE TO WRITE ABOUT?! Though some of the chapters could be written in one sentence, as nothing really happens in them! So many words and so little content!

[Scarlet · Rating 2 out of 5]

Just print the dang book. Pay per chapter is stupid.

[Patti Hoyle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Neah’s life shattered the night she accidentally killed her parents. That moment destroyed everything. As punishment, her wolf powers were sealed, and her brother forced her into slavery. By twenty-two, she had lost hope. Each day was just survival, empty and meaningless.

Then Alpha Dane arrived. Crimson-eyed, feared by all, he was a wolf no one dared to cross. He came through a contract between packs, but fate twisted the deal. He never planned to take Neah. Yet her strange scent pulled him closer. When he heard her brother’s lies, he couldn’t leave her behind.

This web novel is more than romance. It tells of broken people finding strength in bonds they never expected. Neah is fragile but never silent. Dane is ruthless to his enemies, yet protective of her. Their connection grows through tension, defiance, and rare moments of raw honesty.

Werewolf stories are plenty, but this one stands out. Neah doesn’t fall in love easily. She resists, she challenges, she makes Dane earn her trust. Strong heroines will inspire readers. Complex heroes will keep them hooked. Dane is dangerous, but also the one who protects what others threw away.

As the contract ties them together, secrets rise. Neah’s old pack refuses to let her go. Lies and betrayals surface, raising the stakes with every chapter. For readers, this creates an addictive novel read. Cliffhangers keep you turning pages. The chemistry between Neah and Dane makes it impossible to stop.

This is not just love—it is a fight for freedom and identity. Neah wants to break her chains. Dane wants to prove that even an Alpha feared by all can find someone to protect. Together, they fight enemies both outside and inside their hearts.

Readers will be torn between betrayal, loyalty, and desire. It is a novel full of emotions—rage, fear, tenderness, and hope. The pace is sharp. The writing is bold. And the emotions feel real. Every scene comes alive, making it impossible to put down.

[Reader · Rating 2 out of 5]

The book starts off good with great characters in neah, Dane and raven. The friendship between neah and raven is awesome. The romance between neah and Dane is great but they end up screwing it up. The downside of this book is that it’s way too long and they have way too many enemies often it takes them too long to kill the enemies or someone else kills their enemies for them, but they are quick to kill a good guy that is going through something. It’s weird at the men can read their mates thoughts and insist on it, but the females can’t do the same. The book really loses it in what they do to Jess, but I was done for once they did it to Raven. It was awful and people get over their mates way too quickly in this book on other sites there is rewrite, but the rewrites don’t change what they did to Jess or Raven and those are two characters that deserved better in essence if you start the book characters like Jensen and Raven and Jess are essentially replaced by other characters that they give away much leeway too, but didn’t give that leeway to Jess and Raven, especially Raven she deserves so much better she deserve to live

[Angela Barker · Rating 5 out of 5]

First found on GoodNovel, and it was crazy expensive (would've cost at least $100). I left it for almost a year because I couldn't justify the cost. It is now on Inkitt, as a 3-part book (The Bonds That Bind Us), and the unlimited reading, with bonus chapters, for about $20 a month. I read the full first 2 books in 1 week, and book three is ongoing while I wish the author was healthy enough to finish it.

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I have loved following Neah's story of going from being a slave that "murdered" her parents to becoming the first female Lycan Alpha in years. I know there is more to Dane's wolf Alpha story as his crimson red eyes are the only ones anyone has ever seen. Dane goes through so much throughout the books losing so many he cares about but also gaining new family members that he never expected. The many different viewpoints could be difficult at first because I had to remind myself of who everyone was. There is just way too much to even give a thorough review (only 600+ chapters so far).

[Alicia Trautwein · Rating 3 out of 5]

Why I gave this only 3 stars: This book does not end, and I do not mean it ends in a cliffhanger. No, it ends on Chapter 618 without any cliffhanger or follow-up. This is also a pay-per-chapter book, so you are spending well over $150 for a story that doesn't end.

What I liked about the book: The story itself was great. It's a little slow to build in the beginning, but once it gets started, it is great. There is a ton of character development, interesting twists, and unique story angles.

What would have changed that to 4 stars: One, this should have been two to three books based on the storyline. Two, editing. I get that this is a book that was shared while it was being written. That said, the proofreading/editing process would bring this to a 4-star easily. Three, of course would be it having an ending.

[Emma Mills · Rating 2 out of 5]

I actually read the whole thing! My first web novel … I won’t be reading another! It was like reading 3 books that’s never ended… until it did. Unfortunately when she decided to end it she just stopped writing on a cliff hanger, but not a neatly tied up cliff hanger that you would get with a published book. No, this was literally almost mid paragraph, mid action, nothing has been concluded! It’s really irritating. I read like 500 odd chapters got through I don’t know how many story arcs to find she starts a new one and leave you hanging. Yeah not good. This could be chopped down into 2 or 3 reasonable (once edited a bit) kindle books. I don’t understand why she is doing it this way, utter nonsense.

[Maddie Dougherty · Rating 3 out of 5]

Honestly I was hooked from the get go and wanted to binge read this. However, I did not finish it. I simply cannot continue when this whole story feels like the equivalent to one giant run on sentence. It's seriously never ending!!! That's not to say I don't still enjoy the story, I do! But it's an absolute headache following these short chapters with no conclusion or ending in sight. I also refuse to pay every few chapters. That's crazy pants. Maybe one day this will be written in actual book form and added to KU? If that happens then I'll definitely finish it. I think, with where I ended, that I should've been somewhere in the middle of book 2. It took too much time away from my life without getting me any nearer to the end. For now, I'll imagine the continuation of each story line 🤣

[Vel · Rating 2 out of 5]

I had to give up the game on this book., although I enjoyed it. I made it to chapter 96. I could not justify paying per chapter and would rather be able to read the book in its entirety. i have been playing the daily check-in game on good reads but cannot justify what they are asking on that platform to read the whole book.
After reading other reviews on how convoluted the book becomes ad how it ends rather lackluster, I've determined it is not worth my time.
If Taylor West would make the book a complete release for a typical price, I might revisit it. As I said I have enjoyed it so far but am done with the games.

[Luke Arsenault · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was a pretty compelling story it has a lot more panning to the audience than it does rug pulls. One thing I find in a lot of these werewolf novels is constant piling on rug pull it after rug pull. Too bad the authors stopped writing it for the same reason that people stopped reading it. Paying per chapter when the chapter is at most two pages long is a little too much for some people. Those people pirating the story made her stop writing it according to the author. So let's just assume that they all lived happily ever after

[Anna · Rating 2 out of 5]

DNF

I really enjoyed the story and characters, especially the mystery of Neah and the deepening connection between her and Dane. The writing kept me hooked, and I found myself wanting to know more with each chapter.

Unfortunately, the pay-per-chapter model made it hard to finish. As much as I wanted to keep reading, the cost would have been insane compared to just buying a book version which unfortunately doesn't even exist. It took away from the overall enjoyment and I wish there was a more accessible way to experience the full story without breaking the bank.

[CYNDI · Rating 4 out of 5]

The good: made it through about 60 chapters and was sorry to leave the book, thus far I found it engaging.
The bad: I can ONLY find it on Good Novels which charges an EXCESSIVE amount of money - to get through all current chapters would be about $130.00 of “coins” and you pay per chapter for an on-going novel, so who knows how much $$ before it ever ends???? Insane. This author would have a huge following if she divided the overly lengthy continuing chapters style into sectioned off books and put it on Kindle or Apple Books

[Rosie King · Rating 3 out of 5]

Found it the same way as most did I guess… an ad on Instagram. I finally gave in and clicked it because I was craving fantasy for a while and really wanted to know what happens. The first plot was really good, then it started getting weaker. I still couldn’t put it down. I paid few times, then decided I can’t spend any more on it and ended up finding it online for free (facepalm). I spent like 2 days doing nothing but reading and got to the end. Major cliffhanger. Kind od disappointing.
I wouldn’t call it a great book, but it’s very readable.

[Miranda · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pay per chapter? Really?

I came across this book as an Instagram ad and I got hooked immediately! The story was great. I found it for free on soapscafe.com but I unfortunately didn’t get to finish it. Even if I picked up where I left off it would still keep me going but having to read it through the web is just a no for me. I was on chapter 176/618. Maybe I’ll finish reading it eventually but it’s really doubtful. Maybe if this book ever comes into a physical book I’ll buy the book and reread! It was a good plot and the spice was spicy when it happened in the book!