To become the next clan leader, he must claim his mate. Courtney I’m racing away from my past, right into a snowstorm. When my old car breaks down right outside of Shadow Falls, a small-town militia leader rescues me and offers me a place to stay. The big man with burning eyes ignites something inside me. It turns up the feelings that led me to Shadow Falls, making me doubt my sanity. I’d do anything to be the woman he needs. But how can I bring myself to face what’s behind me? Jack I must claim my fated mate soon or I’ll lose everything I’ve ever worked for. My inner bear is ravenous for the little human stranger, but she won’t tell me why she’s on the run. I have my own secrets, and our bond is challenged from every side. If I make the wrong choice, I could destroy us both. Can I defend her from her dark past and claim our bright future in time for Winterfest? Contains dark themes.