He's her protector. She's his sanctuary. Evie Marshall has returned to her hometown in southwestern Colorado to sell her father's ranch, but a decade-old tragedy and a chance encounter with a wild animal reveal mysteries, magic, and secrets beyond Evie's imagination. Sean Quinn never expected to find his mate, but there she was, standing right in front of him. Unfortunately, she's a scared human who knows nothing about his dangerous world. And to make matters worse, she's found herself wrapped up in the same mystery that led to her father's questionable mental state at the time of his death. Can he protect her while helping uncover the secrets of her family and the creature stalking her? Or will he lose her if she ever discovers the secret he's been hiding?