Katarina Nightshade, the Beta's daughter, has led a life of simplicity within her pack. But as the Moon Ball approaches—a gathering of every pack in the United States—an overwhelming sense of dread begins to consume her. "Mate. That’s our mate!" Her wolf Rose rejoiced as her world came crashing down. Alpha Dominic Grimstone emerged from the crowd, towering over everyone in his path. The people around Katarina stared at her in horror, his appearance made everyone shudder. His reputation for cruelty is legendary, his ferocity and that of his pack the stuff of nightmares. Stories of those who have crossed his path and met their end at his hands are countless. "Mine," his rough voice growled, leaving no room for doubt. What will happen when Katarina is thrust into the arms of the most feared and ruthless Alpha known to mankind? Will she be the one to defy his cruel nature, or will she fall victim to the same fate that has befallen so many before her?