Novels by Barbara Crudup

Paul watched the boy intently to see if the boy was believing anything he was saying. After a few moments, the boy seemed to start to relax. It seemed as if it was easier for him to believe what Paul was saying than what his own eyes had seen. "Are you ok now?" Paul asked. The boy nodded his head, "I must look like a fool, huh?" The boy asked red faced. "No harm done. I won't ever mention it." Paul assured him with a false smile. "Take care and stop smoking that shit." Paul told the boy, The boy turned a bright red once more. He nodded insuring Paul that he would stop and get some help. Paul quickly loaded the truck. He was disappointed in himself that he had been so careless. He nodded a goodbye to the boy that breathed a sigh of relief. He laid his head on the counter and closed his eyes when he heard the truck pull off.He dozed off for a few moments. He laughed at himself. It was a dream. He must pissed himself in his sleep. Thirty more minutes he could lock up shop and go home,

It was the second day in the human world. The Alpha had not planned on being here this long. He had hoped to be here only a few hours. If the store was not open today, he would have to return home without what he had came for. If he stayed any longer then his Beta would become concerned. That would mean his pack would search for him. That would be the last thing that he needed. If they did not scent his presence in the werewolf world, they could possibly seek the help of the wolf council to find him. His pack was one of the royal packs. The council always took great interest in the wellbeing of everyone in it. Unlike his pack, the wolf council was powerful enough to scent into the human world. His pack did not possess that power. If a member of the council found him, it would be enough for the wolf council to launch an investigation. That would be the worst possible outcome. Few wolves were investigated by the council and not found guilty. When they were found guilty then it always en

He was so engrossed in his own thoughts that he didn't see the agitated young woman that he knocked to the ground. He was startled then frozen as he stared at the lovely creation in front of him. She was the most beautiful human he had ever seen. Her hair was jet black in tiny braids that hung to her waist. Her skin was a beautiful brown that was so flawless that it looked like a painting. The Alpha was so distracted by her full lips that it took a few seconds to help her to her feet. His gaze started at her feet and slowly worked their way up. Her legs had a healthy natural sheen that led up to her rounded hips. The Alpha's eyes lingered there for a second before his gaze moved to her waist. Once again, the alpha was struck by her beauty. Her beauty matched or even surpassed the beauty of any she wolf he had met.His eyes widened as he looked at her full breasts. Immediately his body began to harden with desire. This woman was near perfection. Human women did not look like this, did

Alpha Paul Spane It would be fair to say that Alpha Paul Spane's good looks was stopping traffic. Every woman with a pulse was pausing in her tracks to take a look at him. It was obvious that none of them had seen a man as gorgeous as the man in front of them. Standing nearly seven feet tall and muscles cut to perfection, he was certainly a sight to behold. He walked past the women, giving them a brief smile. He was flattered by their attention. Yet, not at all surprised by their reaction. His appeal was known to everyone in and out of his world. Females would give anything to have him to lay with them for a few hours. It was not arrogance that made him think the way he did. It was simply the truth. The fact was that he could have any woman that he wanted. Well, almost any woman. The woman that he wanted more than anything in the world was out of reach for him. It frustrated him to no end.The one woman that he wanted and haunted his dreams was not his for the taking. Her hazel eyes

If anyone would have seen them together, they would think it was nothing wrong. Yet, under the surface, there were things that was not as they seemed. For the first time in their lives, Breonna had doubts about her sister's honesty.After a while, she decided to not overthink things. If her sister was keeping things from her, she had good reason. Instead of spending time talking about mates and romance, they talked about their aunts pack. That was one of their favorite topics. They were so proud of their powerful aunt. Their aunt was powerful and respected by everyone. She lead the biggest and most powerful pack in the area. Her pack had more members that anyone actually knew. The members respected and followed their aunt. There was no wolf that would challenge her. Even the most powerful witches gave her pack respect. It always filled them with pride to speak of her.It was rare to see a female pack leader, but their aunt was more than just any pack leader. She was the royal pack le

Breonna could not speak or move. She was stunned and trying to find the words. Enza giggled at her sister's reaction. She could not remember a time when her talkative sister ever lost the ability to form words. " You..you..you..are pregnant?" Breonna stuttered. "Enza? Why would you not tell me?" Breonna ask her with hurt evident in her voice. A tear escaped from her eyes and rolled down her cheek. Breonna took a few steps from Enza then turned her back to her. It seemed that since Enza met her mate that she had forgotten about her. It was bad enough that she missed her sister's wedding, now this. She had never met her brother in law. She haven't seen her sister in months. She had not even met the members of her pack. She turned to look at Enza with anger obvious in her eyes. "Enza, are you ashamed of me?" She asked. In her mind, that was the only explanation to as why her sister was keeping her away.Enza's own hurt flashed in her eyes, "How could you think such a thing Breonna?" Sh