When tragedy brings former childhood sweethearts Samantha Young and Bronson Cress together in the town they grew up in, Samantha learns that things are not always what they seem.Six years ago, Samantha was devastated when Bron made a decision that shattered their relationship. Determined not to fall for him again, she must avoid the man who broke her heart. The small town of Joseph has changed since she lived there last, and as she stumbles onto a community of people she doesn't understand, she must figure out if Bron is worth her life being thrust in front of a clan of legendary shifters.Bronson Cress is set to become alpha of the clan of bear shifters in Hells Canyon, but when his ex blows into town, he isn't prepared for the havoc she wreaks on his heart. Except he isn't the only one who's noticed her return, and the danger that chased her out of town years ago is an even bigger threat to the woman he has sworn to protect now.Can he control the bear that lives within him? More importantly, can he fulfill his oath and keep her safe?Content Warning: explicit love scenes and language.