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Mated to My Grumpy Alpha Chef: A Fake Dating Forbidden Love Forced Proximity Age Gap Workplace Romance (Beneath the Alpha's Roar Book 1)
by Flora R. Leigh
About this book
Audrey is a disaster-prone food vlogger who just nuked her career on live television. Broke and desperate, she takes a job at a remote diner, only to find herself working for Weston Callahan, a grumpy, gorgeous Alpha shifter who is drowning in pack politics. Weston needs a fake girlfriend to escape a forced mating, and when he realizes Audrey smells like his fated mate, he proposes a deal: one year of pretend romance for a salary that could change her life.
This paranormal romance is a masterclass in tension, perfectly blending the grumpy-sunshine dynamic with the high stakes of forced proximity. As they navigate the complexities of pack dynamics and their undeniable chemistry, they find themselves trapped together in a cabin during a storm, where the strictly professional rules begin to crumble. The unique twist—that biting doesn't turn the human mate—adds a fresh layer to the shifter genre that keeps readers guessing.
Beyond the steamy encounters, the story thrives on a heartwarming found-family atmosphere as Audrey integrates into Weston’s world. If you are looking for an addictive, character-driven read where a clumsy human tames a reluctant wolf, this is the perfect addition to your bookshelf.
- Publication Date
- May 25, 2026
- ASIN
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Reader Reviews
May 15, 2026
This book was unique and kept you wanting to read more. The little twist of the fact that biting did not turn his human mate into a wolf was a different than some of the other books. I read. So I’m curious what the future of this couple would be!?!! )
March 8, 2026
What an interesting read as Audrey who is a bit clumsy falls right into grumpy Weston’s orbit. These two are fated but a human and wolf aren’t exactly on the same wavelength although their journey was exciting. I found the banter to be entertaining and their chemistry electrifying. It was definitely an enjoyable read. I am voluntarily leaving a review. )
April 22, 2026
Audrey and Weston is an amazing story. I really enjoyed this one. I definitely recommend. I can't wait to read the next in the series. )
March 2, 2026
Fake Dating My Grumpy Alpha by Flora R. Leigh is a steamy, forced proximity, age-gap workplace shifter romance between growly alpha chef Weston Callahan and chaotic human food vlogger Audrey. I liked this book and the story was very entertaining. The chemistry and physical attraction between Weston and Audrey was intense and immediate. Weston needs a fake girlfriend to get his pack off his back, and Audrey needs a paycheck after publicly destroying her career—so their one-year fake dating deal...
March 23, 2026
This was cute. I loved how both characters were in different careers than the \"normal\" shifter romances. Very 21st century and creative. We don't have the egotistical Alpha. He's just a normal, everyday shifter living his own life. She is starting a life she's dreamed of and determined to succeed. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review. )
