The Reluctant Mate (Shifters of the Three Rivers #5)

They say the mate bond cant be broken, but after Derek Shaw gave me one perfect night and then ghosted me, Im determined to prove them wrong…

Sofia

Ive mastered the art of looking fine when Im anything but. Running Three Rivers hottest bar, looking out for my brother, smiling for the Pack—its what I do. What I dont do? Trust Derek Shaw. My fated mate chose the military over me, but returned for one perfect night only to ignore me for months. So, I built walls so high even a werewolf couldnt scale them.

Now hes kidnapped me to a remote cabin for my protection. As danger hunts us and enemies circle our Pack, I face an impossible choice: Trust the man whos broken my heart twice, or lose everything—and everyone—I love.

Derek

Ive made difficult choices my entire life. Each one carved away pieces of my soul, but Id do it all again to keep Sofia safe. When I discover enemies targeting my mate, I dont hesitate—even if it means tying her to a bed to shield her from whats coming.

But as we fight to survive a conspiracy that threatens all werewolves, I realize theres only one battle that truly matters: winning back Sofias trust. With enemies closing in and Sofias life at stake, Ill tear through heaven and hell to prove my devotion—even if it costs me everything.