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# The Fake Mate

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Buy The Fake Mate 1 by Ferguson, Lana (ISBN: 9780593549377) from desertcart's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

Review: Light, easy & fun - Oh I really enjoyed this. Who doesn’t love a fake dating turned friends with benefits situation that ends up with them falling in love & a HEA! 🤩 (Bar EMILY - yes you - but she’s a numpty)🤣 It’s fun, light & fluffy. Just what I needed. Now onto Lana’s other books ☺️
Review: Amazing - When pretending becomes more than just a game, Spilling the tea on fake mates. When fake relationships get REAL... 😏 The Fake Mate by Lana Ferguson is a steamy paranormal romance set in a world where wolf shifters are integrated into modern society. The story follows two doctors at Denver General Hospital: Mackenzie "Mack" Carter, an ER physician and rare omega shifter, and Noah Taylor, an interventional cardiologist and unmated alpha. Mackenzie, weary of her grandmother's constant matchmaking efforts, lies about having a boyfriend and names Noah, the hospital's gruff and intimidating cardiologist. Coincidentally, Noah's hidden alpha status is exposed to the hospital board, jeopardizing his career. To protect his job, he agrees to Mackenzie's proposition of a fake relationship. What begins as a mutual arrangement to solve their problems soon evolves into a genuine connection, blurring the lines between pretense and reality. Character Breakdown Mackenzie "Mack" Carter: A 29-year-old ER doctor with sandy brown hair and amber eyes. Raised by her grandmother after her mother's death and her father's abandonment, Mackenzie is sociable, jovial, and intelligent. She is an omega, a rare and often stigmatized designation in her world. Despite her grandmother's attempts at matchmaking, she remains wary of relationships due to past emotional scars. Noah Taylor: An interventional cardiologist known as "The Big Bad Wolf of Denver General." He has spent years hiding his alpha status to avoid the stigma associated with unmated alphas. When his secret is exposed, he faces potential career repercussions. Initially gruff and stoic, Noah's true nature is revealed as he develops feelings for Mackenzie. Moira Carter: Mackenzie's well-meaning but overbearing grandmother, eager for Mackenzie to settle down and start a family. Her constant matchmaking adds pressure to Mackenzie's personal life. Themes of the book The Tension Between Fate and Choice: The novel explores the conflict between biological imperatives and personal choice, particularly in the context of omega-alpha relationships. Mackenzie and Noah grapple with societal expectations and their own desires, questioning whether their bond is predestined or a result of their choices. Stigma and Identity: Both main characters face stigma related to their shifter designations. Mackenzie's omega status subjects her to stereotypes, while Noah's unmated alpha status threatens his career. The story delves into themes of identity, acceptance, and the challenges of living authentically in a judgmental society. Love and Vulnerability: As Mackenzie and Noah navigate their fake relationship, they confront their fears and vulnerabilities. The evolving dynamic challenges them to open up emotionally, leading to personal growth and a deeper connection. The Complexity of Relationships: The novel examines how relationships can be multifaceted, evolving from pretense to genuine affection. It highlights the complexities of human connections and the unpredictable nature of love. The Fake Mate offers a blend of humor, heart, and heat, set against the backdrop of a paranormal medical world. It appeals to readers who enjoy steamy romances with strong character development and thematic depth. Lying to my grandmother was a small price to pay for getting her off my back. Lying to Noah? That was a whole different level of complicated. It’s funny how sometimes you lie to protect yourself, but the truth ends up hurting a lot more. I didn’t believe in fate. But maybe... just maybe, it had a way of proving you wrong. We’re just pretending. But somewhere in between the lies, I found something real. You think you’re protecting your heart by pushing people away, but all you’re doing is making it harder to let them in. He was the kind of man who made you forget your name, and I didn’t know if I should run or let him have my heart. Maybe love wasn’t supposed to be logical. Maybe it was just supposed to be real. I never believed in the fairy tales. But standing here with him, I was starting to wonder if I was wrong. We were both pretending, but I wasn’t sure I was pretending anymore. He might have been my fake mate, but it felt like he was the only one who could make me feel whole. Rating ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | 4,701,038 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 469 in Romantic Comedy (Books) 1,437 in Paranormal Werewolves & Shifters Romance (Books) 195,801 in Contemporary Romance (Books) |
| Customer reviews | 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (8,831) |
| Dimensions  | 13.21 x 2.16 x 20.19 cm |
| Edition  | 1st |
| ISBN-10  | 0593549376 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0593549377 |
| Item weight  | 1.05 kg |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 400 pages |
| Publication date  | 5 Dec. 2023 |
| Publisher  | Berkley Publishing Corporation,U.S. |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Light, easy & fun
*by C***E on 14 November 2025*

Oh I really enjoyed this. Who doesn’t love a fake dating turned friends with benefits situation that ends up with them falling in love & a HEA! 🤩 (Bar EMILY - yes you - but she’s a numpty)🤣 It’s fun, light & fluffy. Just what I needed. Now onto Lana’s other books ☺️

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing
*by K***R on 5 May 2025*

When pretending becomes more than just a game, Spilling the tea on fake mates. When fake relationships get REAL... 😏 The Fake Mate by Lana Ferguson is a steamy paranormal romance set in a world where wolf shifters are integrated into modern society. The story follows two doctors at Denver General Hospital: Mackenzie "Mack" Carter, an ER physician and rare omega shifter, and Noah Taylor, an interventional cardiologist and unmated alpha. Mackenzie, weary of her grandmother's constant matchmaking efforts, lies about having a boyfriend and names Noah, the hospital's gruff and intimidating cardiologist. Coincidentally, Noah's hidden alpha status is exposed to the hospital board, jeopardizing his career. To protect his job, he agrees to Mackenzie's proposition of a fake relationship. What begins as a mutual arrangement to solve their problems soon evolves into a genuine connection, blurring the lines between pretense and reality. Character Breakdown Mackenzie "Mack" Carter: A 29-year-old ER doctor with sandy brown hair and amber eyes. Raised by her grandmother after her mother's death and her father's abandonment, Mackenzie is sociable, jovial, and intelligent. She is an omega, a rare and often stigmatized designation in her world. Despite her grandmother's attempts at matchmaking, she remains wary of relationships due to past emotional scars. Noah Taylor: An interventional cardiologist known as "The Big Bad Wolf of Denver General." He has spent years hiding his alpha status to avoid the stigma associated with unmated alphas. When his secret is exposed, he faces potential career repercussions. Initially gruff and stoic, Noah's true nature is revealed as he develops feelings for Mackenzie. Moira Carter: Mackenzie's well-meaning but overbearing grandmother, eager for Mackenzie to settle down and start a family. Her constant matchmaking adds pressure to Mackenzie's personal life. Themes of the book The Tension Between Fate and Choice: The novel explores the conflict between biological imperatives and personal choice, particularly in the context of omega-alpha relationships. Mackenzie and Noah grapple with societal expectations and their own desires, questioning whether their bond is predestined or a result of their choices. Stigma and Identity: Both main characters face stigma related to their shifter designations. Mackenzie's omega status subjects her to stereotypes, while Noah's unmated alpha status threatens his career. The story delves into themes of identity, acceptance, and the challenges of living authentically in a judgmental society. Love and Vulnerability: As Mackenzie and Noah navigate their fake relationship, they confront their fears and vulnerabilities. The evolving dynamic challenges them to open up emotionally, leading to personal growth and a deeper connection. The Complexity of Relationships: The novel examines how relationships can be multifaceted, evolving from pretense to genuine affection. It highlights the complexities of human connections and the unpredictable nature of love. The Fake Mate offers a blend of humor, heart, and heat, set against the backdrop of a paranormal medical world. It appeals to readers who enjoy steamy romances with strong character development and thematic depth. Lying to my grandmother was a small price to pay for getting her off my back. Lying to Noah? That was a whole different level of complicated. It’s funny how sometimes you lie to protect yourself, but the truth ends up hurting a lot more. I didn’t believe in fate. But maybe... just maybe, it had a way of proving you wrong. We’re just pretending. But somewhere in between the lies, I found something real. You think you’re protecting your heart by pushing people away, but all you’re doing is making it harder to let them in. He was the kind of man who made you forget your name, and I didn’t know if I should run or let him have my heart. Maybe love wasn’t supposed to be logical. Maybe it was just supposed to be real. I never believed in the fairy tales. But standing here with him, I was starting to wonder if I was wrong. We were both pretending, but I wasn’t sure I was pretending anymore. He might have been my fake mate, but it felt like he was the only one who could make me feel whole. Rating ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

### ⭐⭐⭐ It was a good book but...
*by A***Y on 6 June 2025*

It was a really good book! I just think that books with werewolves may not be for me 😕 It was quite cringey and ick inducing at times, I loved the characters but I dont think he was alpha material! I wasn't a fan of the spice and the knotting situation cringes me out, I skipped it all 😂 I feel the same as when I read bride by Ali Hazelwood, which is why I think these books aren't for me! I did like it and had an alright time just not my favourite!

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