Allie Oleander’s Willing Prey is a bold, emotionally charged novella that blends primal romance with a story of personal reclamation. At its core is Claire Collins, a woman who’s not just surviving her past—she’s rewriting her future.
Recently divorced and burdened with debt, Claire agrees to an unconventional arrangement: thirty days as the “prey” in a high-stakes, high-heat game of pursuit with Shane Underwood, a corporate lawyer whose obsession with her is as intense as it is unrelenting. The deal? She walks away with $30,000 and a clean slate. But what begins as a transactional escape quickly evolves into something deeper and more dangerous—for both of them.
The plot unfolds in the wilderness, where the rules of society fall away and Claire’s strength comes into sharp focus. She’s not just running—she’s confronting. Her past, her desires, and her power. Shane may think he’s the hunter, but Claire proves she’s just as feral, just as fierce, and far more in control than anyone expects.
What makes Claire such a compelling lead is her authenticity. She owns her mistakes, embraces her desires without shame, and shows that vulnerability and strength can coexist. She’s a role model not because she’s flawless, but because she’s real—proof that life doesn’t end with heartbreak or hardship. It evolves.
Oleander’s writing is taut and evocative, balancing raw sensuality with emotional nuance. Willing Prey is more than a spicy novella—it’s a story about agency, healing, and the wild, wonderful mess of starting over. Its out in Oct 2025 but theres nothing stopping you adding it to your tbr pile today.
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