Be swept into an epic fantasy romance packed with adventure, treachery, and magic.Never show weakness, never give away control, and never let anyone into your heart. These are the words Felice of Dar lives by. After what they did to her—and what she did to them, her father came near to putting her down. A feral panther-shifter can't be allowed to live. The extreme measures she took to regain her life left different kinds of scars. Now, back in the human world, not much has changed. Once again, while on a mission of diplomacy, she is nearly killed. Only this time, it's the man betrothed to her sister. He wants to save her life. But in return, he will take her hard-won control.Ayer was born a prince, but he is failing his duties once more. The Darrian Princess Felice is injured and possibly dying. His incompetence could start a war between their countries. She fights his healer and struggles to suppress her shift as they attempt to save her life. He can help her maintain control if he becomes her Shield-Mate. Does he dare ask if she will give him the Shield to save their kingdoms and her life? But it's her sister he is supposed to wed.An enchanting tale of romance between two who were never meant to be together in a thrilling world of mystery, warfare, betrayal, and the sometimes-winding path love will take.