Sixteen-year-old Ashley Delaney Hale has always been the quiet girl at Beacon Hills High—the one who sits alone with her headphones on, sketches clothing designs in her notebook, and dreams of creating her own fashion line. With her bohemian style, wide-leg jeans, Vans, layered bracelets, and messy updo, Ashley prefers staying in the background rather than attracting attention. Living with her protective father, Derek Hale, her Uncle Scott McCall, and Melissa McCall, Ashley has a loving family who helps her manage her severe anxiety. After a frightening episode landed her in the hospital, her family became determined to keep her safe. With her loyal service dog, Max, by her side, Ashley is learning to navigate life one day at a time. But there’s something Ashley doesn’t know: two of Beacon Hills High’s most popular students have fallen for her. Malia Tate and Brett Talbot are always finding excuses to be near her, offering hugs, holding her waist, and protecting her from the chaos of school. Ashley innocently believes they’re just being friendly, completely unaware that both have feelings for her—and neither is ready to give up. However, romance isn’t the only thing waiting for Ashley in Beacon Hills. A dangerous Alpha Pack has arrived, searching for someone innocent to become their next target. When their attention turns toward Ashley, her peaceful world begins to unravel. Strange encounters, frightening secrets, and a growing supernatural threat put her directly in the path of danger. Now Derek and Scott must do everything in their power to protect their girl, while Malia and Brett discover just how far they’re willing to go for the girl they’ve fallen in love with. She’s shy. She’s innocent. She’s a Hale. And the monsters hunting her have no idea who they’ll have to face. In Beacon Hills, innocence can be dangerous—and love can become the deadliest reason to fight.
