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Alpha Lion
A frightened but determined BBW + a sexy lion shifter martial artist + a dangerous enemy = one UNFORGETTABLE romance!
Curvy Samantha Holt is at the end of her rope. After getting laid off, she applied to every job she could, and finally got one … as a night security guard. With no training and no backup, she’s outside all night, every night. And one night, the odds catch up to her.
Alpha lion shifter Dale Addison wasn’t expecting to rescue a gorgeous woman while out on an early-morning run, but once he has, he can’t get her out of his head. He lost his faith in destined mates a long time ago, and even if he had a mate, she certainly wouldn't be a human ... but he can’t stand thinking of Sam out there alone. When he invites her to take a self-defence class at his martial arts studio, it's not just to protect her -- it's to keep her close.
Sam and Dale’s connection can’t be denied. But can Dale admit to himself and his pride that he has a human mate? Can Sam find a lioness' heart inside of her? And what happens when Dale’s longtime enemy decides that Sam is the leverage he needs to make himself alpha in Dale’s place?
This is a sizzling hot, standalone BBW lion shifter romance. No cliffhangers!
Curvy Samantha Holt is at the end of her rope. After getting laid off, she applied to every job she could, and finally got one … as a night security guard. With no training and no backup, she’s outside all night, every night. And one night, the odds catch up to her.
Alpha lion shifter Dale Addison wasn’t expecting to rescue a gorgeous woman while out on an early-morning run, but once he has, he can’t get her out of his head. He lost his faith in destined mates a long time ago, and even if he had a mate, she certainly wouldn't be a human ... but he can’t stand thinking of Sam out there alone. When he invites her to take a self-defence class at his martial arts studio, it's not just to protect her -- it's to keep her close.
Sam and Dale’s connection can’t be denied. But can Dale admit to himself and his pride that he has a human mate? Can Sam find a lioness' heart inside of her? And what happens when Dale’s longtime enemy decides that Sam is the leverage he needs to make himself alpha in Dale’s place?
This is a sizzling hot, standalone BBW lion shifter romance. No cliffhangers!
113 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 12, 2015
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Zoe Chant
326 books1,509 followersZoe Chant loves writing paranormal romance. Over a cup of tea (or something stronger) she whips up sexy tales of hunky heroes and adventurous heroines to tantalize and satisfy her readers. Sizzling hot romance, no cliffhangers!
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May 21, 2021
Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Hot: 🔥🔥
Passionate: 🥰🥰🥰
Dale Addison and Samantha Holt 😍😍
Dale is a alpha lion. Ele sempre faz o melhor para seu grupo. Sam is a strong and fighting woman.
Duas pessoas diferentes, mas com o destino interlaçados. Eles se conhecem um momento de grande perigo para Sam, Dale a salva. Antes que possam pensar ambos estão fortemente envolvidos, e não conseguem ficar longe um do outro... Companheiros é isso o que são... 🥰🥰
This story is simple, adorable and delicious to read... 🥰🥰
Good Reading!!!
Hot: 🔥🔥
Passionate: 🥰🥰🥰
Dale Addison and Samantha Holt 😍😍
Dale is a alpha lion. Ele sempre faz o melhor para seu grupo. Sam is a strong and fighting woman.
Duas pessoas diferentes, mas com o destino interlaçados. Eles se conhecem um momento de grande perigo para Sam, Dale a salva. Antes que possam pensar ambos estão fortemente envolvidos, e não conseguem ficar longe um do outro... Companheiros é isso o que são... 🥰🥰
This story is simple, adorable and delicious to read... 🥰🥰
Good Reading!!!
February 26, 2016
Reviewed at Shifter Haven
Samantha is working the night shift as a security guard, walking around the outside of a business that really doesn’t have anything physical to be stolen – but the bosses want the illusion of tight security. Sam isn’t trained to be a security guard, but since she’s recently been laid off this is the only job that has been offered – and the rent needs paid. So far she’s had no troubles and the quiet nights have been more boring than anything else. Until tonight. Tonight four young men out to be jerks do their best to intimidate, harass and in general cause trouble for Sam. And just when she’s cornered and desperate – a strong, commanding voice speaks from behind her.
Dale could never stand to see the weak overpowered by a gang of weaker people, strengthened only by their numbers. This beautiful security guard did her best, but it’s obvious that she’s untrained and was easily outnumbered. Not on his watch. As the young thugs tried to keep up their smart talk and abusive actions toward the woman, Dale had enough. He shifted. To say that they scattered to the four winds when faced with a very angry, very large lion shifter.. would be an understatement.
Sam knew of shifters, but she didn’t know there was a pride in the city. Grateful for this man’s help and still so very scared she leaned into him for just a moment of comfort. Dale didn’t believe in fated mates. His parents certainly weren’t a good example of this “being in love with your mate” crap. But he had to admit there was something about this woman in his arms, her scent, her… just her actually. Even when scared she’d put up a good fight and even now she was pulling back merely taking that moment to collect herself against his chest. His instinct was to pull her back to him – but, no that wasn’t going to happen to him. He stayed around until her shift was over, then walked her home. He ran a mixed martial arts studio and offered her free self-defense lessons – just so she’d be safer on the job. His heart wasn’t supposed to race waiting for her answer of yes or no. Dammit, he didn’t believe in fated mates – but fate seemed to have a different, laughing opinion.
Dale and Samantha’s romance in Alpha Lion is a pure gem. I love this couple. Sam is not weak, she’s just untrained. And with Dale’s assistant at the studio helping her, she can kick butt in no time. Which is good because there is big trouble ahead for Sam and Dale.
Dale is an hereditary Alpha, meaning it passed on to him upon his father’s death. For the most part his pride was contained, content and were prospering – except for a few that wanted trouble, or more specifically Dale’s position as Alpha. When that battle within the pride extends to Sam, Dale will do anything to keep his mate safe – even fight to the death.
I haven’t seen if this story is part of a series. I know of the author and have enjoyed her work before. But if it isn’t yet – I’d love to learn the stories of some of the members of Dale and Sam’s pride – they are amazing. If you love shifters then this is one that you’ll want to pick up.
Samantha is working the night shift as a security guard, walking around the outside of a business that really doesn’t have anything physical to be stolen – but the bosses want the illusion of tight security. Sam isn’t trained to be a security guard, but since she’s recently been laid off this is the only job that has been offered – and the rent needs paid. So far she’s had no troubles and the quiet nights have been more boring than anything else. Until tonight. Tonight four young men out to be jerks do their best to intimidate, harass and in general cause trouble for Sam. And just when she’s cornered and desperate – a strong, commanding voice speaks from behind her.
Dale could never stand to see the weak overpowered by a gang of weaker people, strengthened only by their numbers. This beautiful security guard did her best, but it’s obvious that she’s untrained and was easily outnumbered. Not on his watch. As the young thugs tried to keep up their smart talk and abusive actions toward the woman, Dale had enough. He shifted. To say that they scattered to the four winds when faced with a very angry, very large lion shifter.. would be an understatement.
Sam knew of shifters, but she didn’t know there was a pride in the city. Grateful for this man’s help and still so very scared she leaned into him for just a moment of comfort. Dale didn’t believe in fated mates. His parents certainly weren’t a good example of this “being in love with your mate” crap. But he had to admit there was something about this woman in his arms, her scent, her… just her actually. Even when scared she’d put up a good fight and even now she was pulling back merely taking that moment to collect herself against his chest. His instinct was to pull her back to him – but, no that wasn’t going to happen to him. He stayed around until her shift was over, then walked her home. He ran a mixed martial arts studio and offered her free self-defense lessons – just so she’d be safer on the job. His heart wasn’t supposed to race waiting for her answer of yes or no. Dammit, he didn’t believe in fated mates – but fate seemed to have a different, laughing opinion.
Dale and Samantha’s romance in Alpha Lion is a pure gem. I love this couple. Sam is not weak, she’s just untrained. And with Dale’s assistant at the studio helping her, she can kick butt in no time. Which is good because there is big trouble ahead for Sam and Dale.
Dale is an hereditary Alpha, meaning it passed on to him upon his father’s death. For the most part his pride was contained, content and were prospering – except for a few that wanted trouble, or more specifically Dale’s position as Alpha. When that battle within the pride extends to Sam, Dale will do anything to keep his mate safe – even fight to the death.
I haven’t seen if this story is part of a series. I know of the author and have enjoyed her work before. But if it isn’t yet – I’d love to learn the stories of some of the members of Dale and Sam’s pride – they are amazing. If you love shifters then this is one that you’ll want to pick up.
August 10, 2016
Too Short
The story line had potential but it was too short and it was a bit rushed. It needed to be longer.
The story line had potential but it was too short and it was a bit rushed. It needed to be longer.
November 27, 2016
I loved this book!
March 3, 2020
Amazing Story about an alpha lion shifter finding his mate
Dale encountered Samantha when she is having trouble with some men wow she's guarding a store. He is forced to reveal himself as a lion shifter. However Sam is not afraid of Dale. He recommends a self-defense class to protect herself. He realized that she is his mate.
Sam feels a connection to Dale immediately. Will they have problems when he reveals their connection?
The characters are relatable, intriguing, and sexy. The clock is a fast-paced drama with a twist. This book isn't easy reading enjoyable book that a reader can finish in limited time. That is why I like this altar cuz she has short dramas that are very entertaining about shifters.
Highly recommended for an entertaining and fast read.
bookwormsuzy
Dale encountered Samantha when she is having trouble with some men wow she's guarding a store. He is forced to reveal himself as a lion shifter. However Sam is not afraid of Dale. He recommends a self-defense class to protect herself. He realized that she is his mate.
Sam feels a connection to Dale immediately. Will they have problems when he reveals their connection?
The characters are relatable, intriguing, and sexy. The clock is a fast-paced drama with a twist. This book isn't easy reading enjoyable book that a reader can finish in limited time. That is why I like this altar cuz she has short dramas that are very entertaining about shifters.
Highly recommended for an entertaining and fast read.
bookwormsuzy
February 21, 2020
Breezy read
If you're in the mood for a lightweight and quick read this will do it for you. It's definitely an "If Only..." book that I'm sure most of us who read PNR have thought at one time or another. Or today! That's why I'll grab one of these quick reads, it's not an in-depth book but it's a good story, and I was in the mood for just that today.
If you're in the mood for a lightweight and quick read this will do it for you. It's definitely an "If Only..." book that I'm sure most of us who read PNR have thought at one time or another. Or today! That's why I'll grab one of these quick reads, it's not an in-depth book but it's a good story, and I was in the mood for just that today.
February 18, 2024
Not my cuppa. This was way too insta-love for me. Seriously, the I love yous were exchanged on their first date, which also happened to be the second time they met. Add in some way-over-the-top bad guy posturing, some very convenient stooge stupidity, and a challenge for alpha that is pretty anticlimactic and this story is just not for me.
September 26, 2025
alpha
Alpha Lion book 1 of the standalone lion shifter books. It’s a quick and easy read of a story about the Alpha lion who finds himself a mate when she was struggling with a group of thugs. A few small twists and turns and rescue is required and all works out in the end. A great story
Alpha Lion book 1 of the standalone lion shifter books. It’s a quick and easy read of a story about the Alpha lion who finds himself a mate when she was struggling with a group of thugs. A few small twists and turns and rescue is required and all works out in the end. A great story
February 27, 2018
Typical zoe chant
Adventuresome, heroine is no slouch,male lost his mind, kidnapping, big fight, romance and happy ☺ending. How come the female is the weak one, although this one breaks the mold somewhat.
Adventuresome, heroine is no slouch,male lost his mind, kidnapping, big fight, romance and happy ☺ending. How come the female is the weak one, although this one breaks the mold somewhat.
January 18, 2024
La historia tiene mucho potencial, pero fue demasiado corto y el romance muy rápido cuando podría haberse generado más tensión entre los personajes o más backstory. Siento que no tuve esa conexión emocional con los personajes por lo rápido que fue todo.
June 14, 2024
More than a great love story
To say Alpha Lion is more than a great love story is just the beginning. It has a great storyline and great characters. It is fun to read. Enjoy it! Hint hint to the author this would be a great start to a great series😉
To say Alpha Lion is more than a great love story is just the beginning. It has a great storyline and great characters. It is fun to read. Enjoy it! Hint hint to the author this would be a great start to a great series😉
February 18, 2018
Alpha Lion is Fantastic!!!
I couldn't put the book down! Zoe Chant is Amazing in her writing!! The story was one of the best I've ever read!!
I couldn't put the book down! Zoe Chant is Amazing in her writing!! The story was one of the best I've ever read!!
January 29, 2022
2+/5
Krótka i przyjemna historia o zmiennym lwie. Nic wysokich lotów, trochę za szybko to całe "zakochanie się" ale ogólnie całkiem dobrze napisana.
Krótka i przyjemna historia o zmiennym lwie. Nic wysokich lotów, trochę za szybko to całe "zakochanie się" ale ogólnie całkiem dobrze napisana.
September 10, 2016
Excellent!
This book had everything that I love in a story. Dale is the Alpha Lion who took over the Pride when his father died; however there was one member of the Pride who didn't like that & has been trying to find a way to get control of the Pride. Samantha is a woman who was laid off from her office job & to make ends meet took the only other job she could find (a security guard job). One night while at work she meets Dale & right away they both are attracted to each other but try to deny those feelings.
This is as far as I'm going because I'm not going to give all the good parts away; this story contains a good vs bad plot, lots of sex scenes & lions. If this turns out to be a series then I will definitely read the next book.
This book had everything that I love in a story. Dale is the Alpha Lion who took over the Pride when his father died; however there was one member of the Pride who didn't like that & has been trying to find a way to get control of the Pride. Samantha is a woman who was laid off from her office job & to make ends meet took the only other job she could find (a security guard job). One night while at work she meets Dale & right away they both are attracted to each other but try to deny those feelings.
This is as far as I'm going because I'm not going to give all the good parts away; this story contains a good vs bad plot, lots of sex scenes & lions. If this turns out to be a series then I will definitely read the next book.
September 4, 2016
Love on a High Note
Dale rescued Samantha aka Sam from four young bullies at her job as an untrained security guard. He asked her to come to his studio so they could train her in self defense. She told him she couldn't afford classes and he told her he would take care of it. Dale had to admit to himself that Sam was his mate. Chapman kidnapped Sam and challenged Dale so he could be the pride's alpha demanding that Dale lose in order to save Sam. To find out what happens next, you will need to read this book. Enjoy!
Dale rescued Samantha aka Sam from four young bullies at her job as an untrained security guard. He asked her to come to his studio so they could train her in self defense. She told him she couldn't afford classes and he told her he would take care of it. Dale had to admit to himself that Sam was his mate. Chapman kidnapped Sam and challenged Dale so he could be the pride's alpha demanding that Dale lose in order to save Sam. To find out what happens next, you will need to read this book. Enjoy!
September 21, 2016
I was binge reading and had quite a few of Zoe Chant's books that I had one-clicked and wanted to read, but would always have something else come up. I have to say. TAKE THE TIME AND READ ALL OF HER BOOKS!! They are each unique, some follow a specific group, but each can stand alone and have a happy ending. They are feel good and quick reads! I absolutely loved all her books I have read!
April 1, 2016
Very sweet read!
I really love reading a story that has a happily ever after! This was the first book I've read by this author and I plan to read more by her. Thank you for the entertainment!
I really love reading a story that has a happily ever after! This was the first book I've read by this author and I plan to read more by her. Thank you for the entertainment!
January 15, 2016
Hot steamy, with some drama - loved it! Another great book by Zoe Chant
February 15, 2016
Cute
The story was cute and sweet. The heroine was smart and brave and the hero was sweet alpha and sexy.
The story was cute and sweet. The heroine was smart and brave and the hero was sweet alpha and sexy.
September 25, 2016
Action
Action from the beginning till the end. It's a great quick read. I'll recommend this to my friends and family.
Action from the beginning till the end. It's a great quick read. I'll recommend this to my friends and family.
October 3, 2016
Ok for a short story
October 10, 2016
An enjoyable paranormal romance
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