4.4 (32,770 ratings)

Mate

Name: Mate
Rating: 4.4 (32770 reviews)
Author: Ali Hazelwood
ISBN: B0DYR448QX

by Ali Hazelwood

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About this book

Serena Paris is a walking anomaly, the world’s first human-werewolf hybrid. Her existence was meant to bridge the divide between species, but instead, it has painted a target on her back. Hunted by power-hungry vampires and ruthless pack leaders, she is forced to turn to the one person she never expected to trust: Koen Alexander. As the formidable Alpha of the Northwest pack, Koen is as dangerous as he is possessive, and he is determined to claim Serena as his own, whether she is ready for the bond or not.

This high-stakes urban fantasy masterfully weaves together the intensity of dark romance with the intricate allure of pack dynamics. Ali Hazelwood steps away from her laboratory-based contemporaries to deliver a primal, atmospheric tale where the science of their biology is just as volatile as their chemistry. The tension between the two leads is electric, fueled by a classic enemies-to-lovers dynamic that crackles on every page as they navigate a world determined to tear them apart.

For readers craving a paranormal romance that balances grit with heart, this story offers a compelling journey of survival and found family. You will be hooked by the relentless pace, the looming threats, and the undeniable magnetism of a hero who will burn the world down to keep his mate safe.

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: B0DYR448QX

Reader Reviews

bold, high-stakes paranormal romance

April 10, 2026

Mate is a bold, high-stakes paranormal romance that blends science, power dynamics, and primal intensity in a way that feels completely different from Ali Hazelwood’s contemporary work—but still keeps her signature emotional sharpness. The story follows a bond that is anything but simple. The FMC is intelligent, stubborn, and constantly trying to stay in control of a situation that was never meant to be controllable, while the MMC is powerful, protective, and deeply tied to a world that...

bold, high-stakes paranormal romance

April 10, 2026

](https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html/ref=cm_cr_dp_d_rvw_avp?ie=UTF8&nodeId=G8UYX7LALQC8V9KA) Mate is a bold, high-stakes paranormal romance that blends science, power dynamics, and primal intensity in a way that feels completely different from Ali Hazelwood’s contemporary work—but still keeps her signature emotional sharpness. The story follows a bond that is anything but simple. The FMC is intelligent, stubborn, and constantly trying to stay in control of a situation that was...

Solid Follow Up

January 11, 2026

4.25 ⭐️’s I listened to Bride over the summer and have been waiting for Mate to come out. I always enjoy Ali Hazelwood’s books and I found Mate entertaining and funny with likable characters. It’s an easy, enjoyable read that kept me hooked throughout, and I appreciated how Hazelwood balanced the plot and its serious moments with humor, found family, and of course…Ana. Picking up pretty shortly after Bride ended, we follow Serena as she navigates being the first known Human-Were hybrid, which...

Favorite Ali Hazelwood book to date

October 8, 2025

When I say Ali Hazelwood can do no wrong, I mean it with my entire chest. 🫡 One of the best things she ever did was take the leap into paranormal romance, with vampires and werewolfs, because Bride and now Mate proves that even when Ali steps away from her usual STEM-centered storytelling, she simply can’t leave science behind, and honestly? I wouldn’t have it any other way. You can take the girl out of STEM, but you can’t take the STEM out of the girl. And I mean that in the absolute BEST way...

A really fun, quick read with plenty of humor, tension, and sweet moments

March 14, 2026

Mate by Ali Hazelwood is a fun and fast-paced paranormal romance set in the same world as Bride. The banter and tension between Serena and Koen were easily my favorite parts of the book. Koen’s protective alpha energy combined with his vow of celibacy makes the mate bond between them especially entertaining to watch unfold. Serena is a strong and compassionate main character who tries to carry everything on her own, and I loved seeing her slowly open up and trust someone else. While the romance...