Athos, a scholarly alien from the planet Yacheron, has lived peacefully and isolated on Earth for five years. Instead of the monster Claire expected, she finds a gentlemanly protector who heals her wounds and challenges her perception of his kind. As they remain isolated in his hut, an "all-consuming" mate bond develops, forcing Claire to choose between her duty to IMRA and her growing love for Athos.
: Excellent world-building within the Monster Hearts universe, strong character depth, and a complete "Happily Ever After" (HEA) that shows life after the main conflict. Download Heart Centaur Sci Cara Wylde epub
: Minor criticisms include logical gaps in the setting (such as the untraceable use of funds in a small town) and a "magical tea" plot device that some felt was underdeveloped. Athos, a scholarly alien from the planet Yacheron,