BRIDE - Ali Hazelwood

“𝒀𝒐𝒖’𝒓𝒆 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒂 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒃𝒍𝒆𝒎, 𝑴𝒊𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒚. 𝒀𝒐𝒖’𝒓𝒆 𝒂 𝒑𝒓𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒍𝒆𝒈𝒆.”

Goodreads rating - 4.03/5 
My rating - ⭐⭐⭐⭐/5 

Genre - Paranormal Romance, Fantasy.

It is a fresh, engaging take on paranormal romance, bringing together two of the genre's most iconic creatures—Vampyres and Werewolves—in a marriage of convenience that feels anything but convenient. Misery Lark, the daughter of a powerful Vampyre councilman, finds herself forced into an alliance with Lowe Moreland, the intimidating Alpha of the Werewolves. Misery has her own reasons for agreeing to the arrangement, and they have little to do with peacekeeping politics. Her internal drive and motivations make her a compelling character, one whose actions are both clever and emotionally grounded.

Lowe Moreland, as the Alpha, is all about strength and control, but Hazelwood does a fantastic job showing his complexity beyond the tough exterior. His distrust of Misery creates an undercurrent of tension between them, and their slow-building relationship is captivating. It’s not an easy romance—they come from opposing worlds, and both have their secrets—but that’s what makes it so rewarding to watch unfold. Hazelwood’s portrayal of their dynamic feels raw and authentic, filled with moments of vulnerability amidst all the intensity.

What really stands out in Bride is the world Hazelwood has built. The Vampyre-Werewolf conflict isn’t just a backdrop—it drives the characters and the story forward, giving the romance real stakes. Misery and Lowe’s relationship is tied up in political intrigue, personal motivations, and centuries-old grudges, making their connection feel all the more powerful. If you love paranormal romance with strong characters and a bit of mystery, Bride will pull you in from the start.