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One foolish thought. One brutal act. Instead of a peaceful allianceâ€"war. From the shifter nation of Dar, Felice carries a peace accord. A treaty will bind her sister to Abelard, Prince of Argathaâ€"a humanâ€"and forge an alliance between Dar and Argatha. An attack by rogue soldiers sets off a chain of events, binding Felice to Abelard her sister's betrothed. While her new Shield-Mate chips away at the walls around her heart, Felice struggles to maintain control over her lifeâ€"something she and her inner Panter have fought hard to attain. Responsibility for the dying Emissary lies heavy on Abelard's shoulders. Abelard is a good soldier, but not, he realizes a good man. Felice is the catalyst that brings him purpose. War comes, but not the one expected. An invasion from an old enemy thrusts shifters and humans togetherâ€"they must unite or each may fall. Amid treachery and chaos, love blooms and Abelard and Felice must come to terms with the past if their love is to survive.