Beauty and the Wolf by Bridget Essex

Bella has spent her life in the small town of Paris, Vermont, where her family’s beloved diner is sold to a cruel new owner. After standing up for a friend, Bella catches the attention of mysterious regular Mel Grim, who offers her a new job and quickly captures her heart.

As their relationship deepens, Bella discovers that Grim is hiding an extraordinary secret that could change everything. Their growing love is put to the test as Bella must decide whether she can look beyond the truth and find beauty in the most unexpected place.