Long before man knew of their existence, a bond formed which allowed Vampires to protect the Bitten and destroy the Beast so the Were and Humans survived. His bitten beloved turned Beast and murdered by a cold Hunter, Talen continues as a Gatherer. When a Bitten stirs his heart, moves his soul and ignites his blood, he fears a repeat of the past, but fate tightens his grip. Liana longed for someone who would love all of her, plumpness included. Never in her wildest dreams did she ever imagine something like the handsome boss her company stuck her with.

An open wound left untreated will fester and can never heal. Sixteen years ago, love lived in two young hearts and thrived in the beginning of a life. Sixteen years ago, a rivalry surfaced and sent Mitchell to sea and left Anna to give birth. The passing of time can assuage grudges, uncover hidden motives, heal wounds and reveal family secrets. But when ties are tested and relationships strained by the opening of old injuries, can love endure rough and stormy seas?