With Hearts of Flame (Deluxe Limited Edition): A Dark Academia Romantasy Novel of Vampires and Dragons Featuring Stenciled Edges and Illustrated Endpapers (Bloodwing Academy, 4)
Briar Boleyn
The Alpha and the Baker
by Roxie Ray
About this book
A grumpy-sweet alpha. A broke but brilliant baker. One emergency cake order that might just be fate.
When Castiel’s pack reunion turns into a frosting-fueled disaster, the last thing he expects is to find salvation in the form of a tiny bakery—and the fiery, flour-dusted woman who runs it.
Felicia’s barely keeping her business alive, her heart is still healing, and she has zero time for distractions—especially not the ridiculously hot country guy begging for last-minute cakes. But with a hundred people waiting for dessert and a cash offer she can’t refuse, she says yes.
One rushed bake. Three ruined ovens. A van full of dreams.
And a connection that neither of them saw coming.
She’s a human with a whisk.
He’s an Alpha with responsibilities.
But when their worlds collide, it’s anything but half-baked.
Fans of small-town shifter romance, soft alpha energy, and banter that melts frosting will devour this slow-burn standalone with found family, first shifts, and the sweetest damn love story this side of the forest.
- Publication Date
- May 25, 2026
- ASIN
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Reader Reviews
January 25, 2026
This was such a fun, cozy-with-heat read. Grumpy-sweet alpha, hardworking baker FMC, and a chaotic cake emergency that turns into something real? I was in immediately. The chemistry felt natural, the banter was cute without being cheesy, and I loved how grounded Felicia was while Castiel balanced alpha duties with genuine softness and vulnerability. I loved how they were two list puzzle pieces that fit so well and never thought that they would find love. It’s warm, a little spicy, and...
July 28, 2025
This book is like the kind of hug you don’t realize you need until you’re wrapped up in it and then suddenly, you’re teary-eyed without being sad. It’s soft, comforting, and just the right mix of sweetness, spicy praise and shifter charm. It gave me a cozy, quiet emotional release I didn’t know I was looking for. ) 7 people found this helpful
May 23, 2026
I loved how sweet this story was. The human was a stubborn and determined as I am so I really related to what she did. )
August 14, 2025
This story had a good premise, but it needed serious editing. The grammar was generally fine, but the endless inner monologues were repetitive. The characters were ok, but the male lead was not an alpha as he was supposed to be. Don't get me wrong, he was likable, but he just wasn't an alpha. He didn't need to be an alpha to be a good lead, so why insist on him being one if he won't act like one? This guy was so hesitant on all his decisions, claiming he was an alpha was just laughable. You can...
May 22, 2026
I loved this book. From start to finish I was engaged and entertained. Blue ribbon author. Thanks for another outstanding book! )
