[Siren Publishing: The Lynn Hagen ManLove Collection: Erotic Romance, Contemporary, Alternative, Paranormal, Shape-shifters, Werewolves, Romantic Suspense, MM, HEA] Maynard Dario never thought he would have to uproot his life. He is a new deputy in Willow Point and doesn’t trust anyone. He’s been there two months and still refers to his boss and coworkers by their formal names. When he responds to a call at an isolated house, he realizes the occupant is his mate. Luke Teufel doesn’t want anything to do with the outside world. He’s nursing an old injury that leaves him limping, and everyone can just leave him alone. Until he meets Maynard. They slowly become friends, enjoying each other’s company, but when Maynard tells Luke they are mates, Luke rejects the idea. Maynard has no clue what to do except walk away, but even though Luke is confused, he refuses to let Maynard put distance between them. Maynard’s past comes back with a vengeance, and although Luke is human, he puts his life on the line to save his little impala shifter.