I Became the Mate of My Deceased Husband's Twin Brother — Novel

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In a world where loyalty and love collide, Isla Thatcher risks everything as a skilled hunter for her pack. But her greatest challenge isn't the rogue-infested territories; it’s the complicated bond she shares with Bryce Pierce, the adopted son of Alpha Rowan and her chosen mate. As Isla battles to prove her worth, she grapples with a haunting truth: Bryce’s heart seems perpetually tethered to Lucia Bardot, his late master’s daughter. With every moment spent fighting for survival, Isla feels herself slipping further into the shadows, overshadowed by a woman who seems to be the center of Bryce's universe.

When a brutal mission leaves Isla battered and vulnerable, her desperation for Bryce’s attention turns to despair as she witnesses the depth of his devotion to Lucia. Struggling with wounds both physical and emotional, Isla must confront her own worth and the painful realization that she’s always been second to Lucia. Can Isla reclaim her identity and navigate the treacherous waters of love, jealousy, and betrayal? Or will she find herself lost in the chaos of a bond that feels increasingly fragile? As tensions rise and loyalties are tested, the choice between love and self-preservation may be the hardest fight of all.

I Became the Mate of My Deceased Husband's Twin BrotherChapter 1

Isla's POV

I’m Isla Thatcher, a hunter skilled at gathering rare herbs in the most dangerous places. For years, I've risked my life for the pack, venturing into rogue-infested territories. It’s a life I chose, one I’m skilled at. But the real battle? That’s with Bryce Pierce, the adopted son of Alpha Rowan, one of our pack’s healers, and my chosen mate—though our bond remains a secret. But there's always been a shadow between us—Lucia Bardot, his late master's daughter. She’s like a storm cloud that never drifts away, hovering over every moment we spend together.

I tolerated her presence for years, telling myself that Bryce’s care for her was born from obligation, not love. Lucia had no one else, and I convinced myself it was only compassion that kept him so close to her. But today, I learned the hard way just how wrong I’d been.