Some fires are meant to burn. Arson investigator and dragon shifter Melisandre (Laney) Blaze lands in Kodiak, Alaska, to unravel a series of mysterious fires. Only to promptly clash with the town's heroic hellhound firefighter, Tanner North, known for his daring rescues and maverick ways. Sparks fly as they butt heads, along with the knowledge that they are fated mates. Forced to team up, they navigate the investigation and more life-threatening blazes, they can't ignore the fiery passion between them As their relationship heats up, evidence suggests the arsonist might be one of Tanner’s own, shaking the foundation of trust between them. Laney must decide whether to trust the man she's falling for or follow the evidence, even if it means losing him. And as they race against time to uncover the truth, they realize that the next fire could be their last. Can they douse the flames of suspicion and let their love blaze bright, or will the secrets of Kodiak tear them apart? This is an Alaskan Tails novella, a spin-off from the Mystic River Shifter series. You don't need to read Mystic River to enjoy these stories.