Shelagh Milano:When They Touch Me

MainCharacters

Artemisia: She is a strong-willed and passionate young she-wolf who has faced significant emotional trauma from being rejected by her first mate, Riccardo. She is deeply connected to her family, especially her brothers, and is determined to protect her pack. Artemisia interacts frequently with her brothers and her best friend, who knows her deepest secrets.

Cayden: The Alpha of the Blood Fang Pack, Cayden is a powerful and imposing figure. He is initially seen as a potential threat but gradually reveals a more caring and protective side, especially towards Artemisia. His interactions with her are complex, filled with tension and unexpected tenderness.

Artemisia and Cayden's Development: Their relationship evolves from initial suspicion and tension to a deeper connection. Despite the political and personal obstacles, they find themselves drawn to each other, leading to moments of vulnerability and mutual understanding.

Main Themes

The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, and resilience. Through the characters' struggles and relationships, it delves into the complexities of loyalty, the pain of rejection, and the possibility of second chances. It emphasizes the importance of family and the strength found in unity.

Hot Chapters

1 Artemisia

“I, Riccardo Saviano, future Alpha of the Gray Shadow Moon Pack, reject you, Artemisia Guerrieri, Daughter of Alpha Franco of the Blood Moon Pack, as my mate and future Luna.” I flinch as my feet touch the surface of the cold water and groan as the flashback of the day in which I accepted the rejection of the love of my life resurfaces from my memories.

2 Artemisia

“All that shouting doesn’t really suit a pretty lady.” My brother chuckles as he walks into my bedroom. I scoff, rolling my eyes, continuing to sulk while staring outside the window. “It’s just not fair.” “A lot of things aren’t!” He simply states, getting me to turn around to look at him.

3 Artemisia

He can’t be my mate. His scent would have overpowered everyone else’s easily and signaled me that he was near. I chew at my thumbnail while my thoughts keep running wild about the fact that all of this just doesn’t make any sense. Also, how bothersome it would be to have a Blackwood as my mate.

4 Artemisia

Before my panic can rise drastically, I calm myself down, as his scent must have been enough for me to spot him as my second chance mate. And even if his scent is mouthwatering, it isn’t screaming mate. “Is that a quirk of yours?” I look at him confused, finding him smiling.

5 Artemisia

“They were kissing!” Zeno shouts, making me gasp. “Liar!” Giorgio groans, passing a hand over his face. “This is enough! Zeno, I’ll be thinking about an appropriate punishment for you, and you will apologize to Alpha Blackwood appropriately.”