She’s hiding within herself Kleoptoleme of the Amazons will have no man. Despite being in charge of the annual mating season, she won’t ever surrender her body—or her heart—again. Not after a great loss left her hollow inside. But her encounter with a provocative bear shifter just might change all that. He’ll scour the earth for his mark Lord Arctus of Krete has spent months searching for the Amazons’ secret camp. Desperate for an army to overthrow the illegitimate King Minos, he’ll agree to any terms—even becoming the breeding male of the alluring Kleo. To prove his worth and secure her aid, he’ll have to challenge her—to a duel of hearts. Together, they’ll thrive; apart, they’ll shrivel into nothingness Love entwines about their hearts, but the darkness from Kleo’s past threatens to sever their bond. And it will take every ounce of their will to find a way to grow new roots together.