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Bewitching the Orc Chief

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The most potent magic is sealed with a bite.

Miranda
All I wanted was one night of normal after a year of... avoiding my former coven. Instead, I got an orc chief who took one look at me and growled "mine." One scorching night later, I wake up in his village—which is definitely not what I had in mind for the morning-after.

Now I'm surrounded by suspicious orcs, trying to keep my magic under wraps, and fighting an inconvenient attraction to my very large, very possessive "host." But hey, at least my familiar likes him—the traitor.

Osen
The clan elders demand I take a mate to secure my position as chief. I didn't expect fate to hand me a witch who makes my blood burn and my instincts roar to mark her again. And again.

Our shaman spits venom about dark magic, while my uncle circles like a vulture. But when my brother lies bleeding out and her forbidden power yanks him back from the brink, I know I'll burn down tradition to keep her.

Then her coven tracks her to my mountains, and I discover exactly what kind of darkness my mate has been running from. They want to drain her magic and steal her power—but they'll need to go through me first.

My mate. My witch. And I'll destroy anyone who tries to take her from me.

Bewitching the Orc Chief is a spicy monster romance featuring an orc with questionable courtship etiquette, a fiery witch on the run, and a cat familiar who's definitely judging everyone. For readers craving fated mates, forbidden magic, and magical small town charm.

150 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 10, 2025

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Profile Image for Paula Valadez.
164 reviews9 followers
April 19, 2026
No lo sé, hubieron cosas que no me convencieron 😢🥴
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2,089 reviews346 followers
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January 5, 2025
I’ll be honest, I downloaded this purely based on the cover (not the one showing here lol) without even reading the blurb, and really enjoyed this! It was smutty, fast paced, with a dash of drama, and was all around a good time!
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7,165 reviews91 followers
April 22, 2026
4 stars — This book is a “one night stand turns into accidental orc‑wife relocation program” situation, and honestly? I was entertained the entire time.

Miranda just wants one normal night. One. Night.
Instead, she gets an orc chief who takes one look at her and basically declares, “Yes, hello, that’s my wife.” And then she wakes up in his village like she accidentally signed a lease.

The energy?
Unhinged but charming.
Possessive but soft.
Monster‑romance comfort food.

Miranda is a fiery witch with a messy past and a coven she’d rather never see again. She’s powerful, prickly, and absolutely not prepared for Osen — a very large, very intense orc chief who courts like a man who has never heard the word “boundaries.” His vibe is “mine,” but in a warm, protective, “I will fight the world for you” way rather than a red‑flag way.

The village dynamics are fun, the suspicious orcs are hilarious, and the familiar is absolutely judging everyone like the tiny furry menace he is.

Where the book shines is the chemistry — it’s instant, it’s chaotic, and it has that fated‑mates heat without losing the emotional beats. Osen is all instinct and devotion, while Miranda is trying very hard not to fall for the orc who treats her like she hung the moon.

The plot?
Fast.
Fun.
A little dramatic in the best way.
The coven conflict adds tension without dragging the story down, and the moment Osen realises exactly what Miranda has been running from? Deliciously satisfying.

This is a short, spicy, magical small‑town monster romance with heart, humour, and a hero who would absolutely bulldoze a mountain for his witch.

4 stars — cozy, chaotic, witch‑meets‑orc goodness with just enough danger to keep things interesting and just enough sweetness to make you melt.
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1,439 reviews237 followers
December 31, 2025
Osen nuzzled my neck, scraping his tusks across my sensitive skin. "All mine." Possession dripped from every word, each syllable an oath. I belonged to him. Just as he belonged to me.

4.25 stars

This was such a breath of fresh air for me! Chloe Graves has become one of my go-to authors as I just love her easy writing style and amazing characters. Osen was immediately obsessed with his mate from the moment they met but was conflicted when her past threatened the safety of his clan. I loved Miranda's tenacity and desire to become a better person, and the chemistry between them was immediate and so steamy. There was just the right amount of drama and angst to keep the plot moving and me reading. I loved this introduction to a new series by Chloe and cannot wait for book 2🖤

Tropes: fated mates, forbidden love, possessive clan chief hero, independent heroine-on-the-run, monster dating app, orc clan politics, dark magic, touch her and die, mating bite, dirty talk, STEAMY🔥
544 reviews4 followers
January 9, 2025
An entertaining, short story

I liked this one. Although it was a short story, it was utmost satisfying. It had it all; a witch in hiding, a huge, protective Orc Chief with a heart of gold, a dating app, a hilarious cat/familiar, a healthy dose of scheming to keep things interesting and a magnetic bond between our main MCs that leaves no room to question. I liked Osen a lot. Fierce, protective, progressive – he wants to do right by his people and always has their best interest at heart. Miranda also has a heart of gold. She is on the run from her past; she was misguided to use black magic, she run away and now her former coven is after her. When they meet, sparks fly. Osen understands immediately that she is his fated mate and has no intention of letting her go. Great plot and character building, despite the short size. 4 stars.

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6,608 reviews73 followers
January 9, 2025
This was a fab one-sit read for me and an exciting series opener. I loved seeing Miranda and Osen come together. These two were fire! Yet both have trauma/tragedy in their pasts and they don't escape revisiting it :( I was on the edge of my seat wondering how everything would pan out for these two and if they'd actually get their HEA. Be ready to root hard for this wonderful couple and I have to say, I'm so looking forward to the next book to see who gets their happy ending, as well. I loved many of the side characters so the author has a few to chose from to keep this reader happy ;P Good fun!
Profile Image for Exalt Naga.
80 reviews2 followers
January 11, 2025
When Miranda came to Silvermist hiding from her previous coven she never expected to find love and a home. Orsen never expected to find his mate from a date from a dating app but as soon as he saw Miranda the mate bond clicked. What follows is a heartwarming story of an orc chief protecting his witch while trying to settle a broken clan. I love monster romances and highly recommend this one. If you are looking for fated mates, spice, and a HEA look no further. Orc romances are starting to become my favorite in monster romances! I can’t wait to read the next book in the Silvermist series!.

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330 reviews1 follower
January 6, 2025
A steamy paranormal with fated mates that are a witch and orc. A surprising depth of world building and character building for not only the main but the supporting characters for such a short book. Devoured this I'm a single evening. Both MC are likeable and fun. The plenty of romance and stream built in to a surprisingly deep plot.

I'm adding the next book to my TBR and this author to my list as well.

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Profile Image for Jenia Tortora.
1,518 reviews3 followers
January 10, 2025
Miranda and Osen met on a dating app and after one meeting he knew she was his mate. She’s hiding from her dark past and he’s trying to find his way as the new clan chief. Together they face fear and uncertainty while discovering how deep the corruption goes in his clan and facing her past. The two of them fit together beautifully and her cat Gus steals your heart too. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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2,009 reviews6 followers
January 12, 2025
Osen is an Orc chieftain who wants his mate but hasn't met her yet. He decides to use the dating app MythMatch. Little does he know that Miranda feels the same way he does, and she uses the same app. Their chemistry is terrific, and Osen knows Miranda is his fated mate when they meet. This is an excellent book—it is incredibly intense. I loved it from the beginning to the end. It's a fantastic book!

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Profile Image for Sydnee Walsh.
1,344 reviews31 followers
January 7, 2025
This is a very short fast read.

Miranda had a bad experience with her coven and left. She keeps moving to stay away from them. But then she opens up because she’s lonely. In enters Osen. An orc with his own hurt. Which turns out to be bigger than even I was thinking.

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Profile Image for Debbie Benson.
10.7k reviews39 followers
January 9, 2025
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. I like how they meet and Osen realizes Miranda is his mate. The clan doesn't welcome them at first due to a festering coup. I'm glad the lead of this coup is revealed and he pays for his crimes. Osen and Miranda mate and are happy.
220 reviews2 followers
January 31, 2025
Great read

Enjoyed reading this, a short story for me, but great if you want something to read from start to finish in the allotted time given. A Witch and an Orc Chief, love at first sight, mates and the usual baddies that try to intervene. Very well written and great storyline. In to book 2 to see how the brother fairs.
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Author 1 book37 followers
March 1, 2025
This is such a fun and entertaining read. I love the chemistry between Orsen and Miranda. Their banter if adorable and you feel the connection building. Their sex scenes are steamy. It’s fast paced but so much happens. Excellent escape read after a stressful day at work! I’ve found a new author crush.
930 reviews2 followers
March 25, 2025
Bewitching!

Oswn and Miranda meet through a dating app and he immediately knows she's his mate and she feels the same connection between them. But, she's a former dark witch with her old coven looking for her and he's the new orc chief and some are set in the old ways and make things bad for the couple. Great story.
1,529 reviews3 followers
April 25, 2025
This is a really funny and steamy romance. Miranda's strengths (and her snort laugh) makes Osen want to claim her stronger. Osen knows Miranda is his mate and once he finds out she has dark magic that she ran away from, he doesn't turn her away. Plus, she saved his brother and helped get rid of the evil shaman. There's danger and humor with a happy ending for them.
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1,484 reviews
April 28, 2025
Miranda and Osen

This is a short, very good, well written, Orc/Human Witch romance. Miranda is running from her past and the dark witches she had trained with. She did not want to do dark magic. Osen recently lost his father and became his clan’s chief. Both tried an app and now are meeting. Read what happens when they go to his home and dark forces move against them.
565 reviews6 followers
January 9, 2025
I loved this story. Miranda's a dark magic witch on the run from her coven trying to start over and do things better. Osen is the new Orc chief due to his father's recent death. They are fated mates and together they might just save each other from the hidden evil hunting both.

Profile Image for Melanie Purcell.
878 reviews6 followers
January 11, 2025
This story has a lot of action in a short span with intriguing characters. Definitely a great escape into an imaginative world for the afternoon!.

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42 reviews
January 28, 2025
Perfect short read!

I loved this story. It was really well written and I will definitely read more from this author. Sweet and spicy small town romance with enough action to keep everything interesting. Spice was well done!! Great read!!!
Profile Image for Robin Ann.
1,541 reviews4 followers
July 19, 2025
Fated Mates

A witch and an orc meeting from a dating app. And they are fated mates. Problem #1- she's on the run from her old coven, problem #2- his clan elders have other plans for him. They help each other sort the problems out and get their HEA.
Profile Image for Meghann.
38 reviews
May 24, 2026
GOD DAMNNNNN

This was a short and spicyyyy read!

Considering how short this was and how much spice was packed in there, the plot was still EPIC.

Straight after I finished reading this one I ordered the whole series in paperbacks!

Definitely recommend 👌
Profile Image for Lynn.
1,533 reviews12 followers
January 24, 2025
Really enjoyed this book. It covers the whole closed minded religious leader who betrays his people. Yes this has been done before however Chloe does it very well.
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523 reviews2 followers
January 26, 2025
For a short story, this was well-balanced and well-written! It didnt feel rushed, filled in gaps so you understood the backstory of the characters, and of course the romance and love they find
150 reviews
February 16, 2025
Short, but actually well written and enjoyable story. 5/5
Profile Image for Trixie.
5,337 reviews
April 6, 2025
loved it

What a sweet ending. The FMC finally found what she was looking for. Our MCs definitely deserve their happily ever.
Profile Image for Ashh Marie.
40 reviews1 follower
July 12, 2025
What a fantastic story! I am officially hooked. Gus is literally the most adorable familiar ever.
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39 reviews1 follower
September 2, 2025
Surprisingly fleshed out story for under 200 pgs.
Witch/orc pairing
Mates
Betrayal
Found family
3🌶
Profile Image for Mar Flores.
148 reviews2 followers
May 4, 2026
Un relato corto entretenido, pero no logró convencerme. Siento que le faltó algo.
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