Wolf shifter Falco Gladstone knew Carter McCloud was his mate when they were in seventh grade, but school and the foster care system tore them apart. Years later, Falco is second in command of his Michigan pack, serving under an uncle who cares more about his own power than the welfare of their people. The alpha orders Falco to marry and produce offspring-but Falco's already found his mate, and mates are forever. Carter's lonely life is turned upside down when he detects a familiar scent on the wind. The mates might have found each other, but their happily ever after is far from guaranteed. Falco's commitment to Carter puts him at odds with his uncle's plans, and when one of the alpha's enforcers starts shadowing the couple, something must be done-something that will either cement their relationship or destroy it once and for all.