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Monstrous Intent By Alice Winters May 2026

The story follows , a retired monster hunter who has traded his weapons for a desk as an elementary school teacher. He craves a normal life, but his plans are derailed when he meets Lake , a charming, sassy, and persistent monster who claims he isn’t a "monster" but clearly isn't human.

, the first book in the Mischief and Monsters series by Alice Winters , is a high-energy paranormal romance that blends action, humor, and a heavy dose of chaos. The Hook: Grumpy Hunter Meets Chaos Monster Monstrous Intent by Alice Winters

Monstrous Intent (Mischief and Monsters, #1) by Alice Winters The story follows , a retired monster hunter

: If you enjoy Alice Winters’ other series (like The Hitman’s Guide ), this book delivers her signature fast-paced, snarky dialogue and over-the-top situations. The Hook: Grumpy Hunter Meets Chaos Monster Monstrous

: Beyond the romance, there is a legitimate mystery involving the DRD (the hunter organization Declan left) and the secrets Lake is hiding in plain sight.

While Declan is a classic cynical "grump," Lake is pure "sunshine" chaos, relentlessly pursuing Declan with banter that ranges from sweet to ridiculous. Why You Should Read It