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:
: Readers on Goodreads note it can be finished in about 30 to 45 minutes.
If you'd like to find where to read it or explore similar dark fairytale retellings: on ebook platforms Recommendations for longer "dark" retellings Beauty and the Boss by Ashlyn Evers
arises through a character named Gaston, who acts as a rival or antagonist in their twisted relationship. Key Themes and Tropes Workplace Taboo : A high-heat boss/secretary dynamic.
in the "steamy short story" genre (e.g., Alexa Riley) Beauty and the Boss by Ashlyn Evers | Goodreads The novella centers on , an assistant who
: Common in dark/erotic romance, the author's note specifically mentions this element.
is possessive and demanding, viewing Gwen as his "prey". The plot follows a "cat and mouse" dynamic
: Mr. Prince immediately identifies Gwen as his "mate" and moves to claim her.