Fates & Mates Series by Charley

Forbidden first because of age.Forbidden now because of circumstance.What happens when fate decides what society says is forbidden, isn't?

Zell, a fierce and independent she-wolf shifter, has always felt the pull of destiny toward Drew, her brother's best friend. However, Drew's reluctance to embrace their bond—due to their age gap and his loyalty to her brother, Mica—drives a wedge between them. Fed up with his hesitation, Zell decides to take control of her destiny and embarks on a transformative sabbatical to Machu Picchu... moreZell, a fierce and independent she-wolf shifter, has always felt the pull of destiny toward Drew, her brother's best friend. However, Drew's reluctance to embrace their bond—due to their age gap and his loyalty to her brother, Mica—drives a wedge between them. Fed up with his hesitation, Zell decides to take control of her destiny and embarks on a transformative sabbatical to Machu Picchu.In the mystical Andes mountains of Peru, Zell works with a wise guru who helps her harness her latent powers. Under the guru's guidance, she taps into strengths she never knew she had. But complications arise when the guru's son, a charismatic Peruvian Jaguar shifter, becomes infatuated with her. As Zell grows stronger, she is torn between the allure of this new connection and her deep-rooted love for Drew.Meanwhile, in the Appalachian Mountains, Drew finds himself under suspicion as Mica investigates a series of brutal murders. When he stumbles upon Zell and Drew's secret relationship, his discovery complicates an already tense situation. Zell rushes home, determined to clear Drew's name, but she quickly realizes that the danger is far greater than they anticipated.El, Zell's best friend, a witch, is in grave danger, caught in the crossfire of the same deadly plot that threatens them all. With danger lurking in the shadows of the Appalachian wilderness, Zell and Drew's love will be tested like never before, forcing them to choose between friendship and fate. less

In the heart-pounding fifth installment of the "Fates & Mates" series, Alpha wolf-shifter Mica finds his world turned upside down when he encounters Jem, a powerful witch tormented by dark magic. Despite his deep-seated biases against witches, Mica is irresistibly drawn to Jem, captivated by her strength and vulnerability.Jem, battling her own inner demons, is wary of trusting anyone, especially a shifter... moreIn the heart-pounding fifth installment of the "Fates & Mates" series, Alpha wolf-shifter Mica finds his world turned upside down when he encounters Jem, a powerful witch tormented by dark magic. Despite his deep-seated biases against witches, Mica is irresistibly drawn to Jem, captivated by her strength and vulnerability.Jem, battling her own inner demons, is wary of trusting anyone, especially a shifter. Her dark magic threatens to consume her, and she fears the secrets she harbors could spell disaster for anyone who gets too close.As their bond deepens, both Mica and Jem must confront their prejudices and fears. Mica struggles to reconcile his role as Alpha with his growing feelings for a witch, while Jem grapples with the darkness within her. Together, they face external threats and the shadows of their pasts, discovering that their love might be the key to their salvation.But as secrets are revealed and danger looms, Mica and Jem must decide if their love is strong enough to overcome the internal and external forces that threaten to tear them apart. Can they triumph over the challenges that plague them, or will the weight of the secrets be their undoing? less