is possessive and demanding, viewing Gwen as his "prey".
by Ashlyn Evers is a short, steamy erotic romance that reimagines the classic "Beauty and the Beast" tale in a modern corporate setting. Story Overview
The novella centers on , an assistant who desperately needs her job to pay for a family member's medical expenses. She finds herself working for Mr. Prince (Xander), a billionaire alpha male who is as intimidating as he is attractive. The plot follows a "cat and mouse" dynamic where: Beauty and the Boss by Ashlyn Evers
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in the "steamy short story" genre (e.g., Alexa Riley) Beauty and the Boss by Ashlyn Evers | Goodreads is possessive and demanding, viewing Gwen as his "prey"
: The story features light bondage, discipline, and D/s (Dominance and submission) themes.
: Common in dark/erotic romance, the author's note specifically mentions this element. She finds herself working for Mr
is drawn to him but must navigate his intense, sometimes frightening demands.