Eden is a Halfling. Part human, part wolf. An outcast in the shifter community. Being different doesn't bother her—much. She just wished that her best friend and sexy alpha werewolf Xander would notice her. When her and Xander are put in danger, getting Xander's attention is the least of her worries. Now it's survival time. And if she can will her life include Xander by her side?

Xander must claim a mate by his birthday. He's already found a woman he craves, but Eden is forbidden. When a betrayal puts them in peril, he vows to protect Eden with his life. But being so close to her presents a temptation he can't fight. Will he give into his desire and put her in more danger or walk away from the only woman he'll ever love?