She's on the run from a monster. But I'm here to protect her. No one ever expected me to fail. Maddie had a plan to run away from her ex-husband. She never expected to leave late and stay at a small mountain lodge last minute. She didn't expect the owner to be sexy and grumpy—or to shift into a bear right before her eyes. Now that she did see it, though, he isn't going to let her go. But this time, being held captive has a completely different meaning. He's caring and protective and she doesn't want to run. This time, she's found a family with him and his bear clan. Until the life she ran from threatens to invade. Can the bears protect her? Or will she pay the ultimate price for daring to leave? Content Warning: Explicit love scenes, naughty language, and giggles. References to spousal abuse. Intended for mature readers.