by Lora Leigh
Part of Breeds, book 23
First published 2018
Cassandra Sinclair carries wolf, coyote, and human DNA in her blood. The Breeds created her kind by altering human genetics before birth, mixing predator instincts with human consciousness. Her community guards her fiercely, but Cassie breaks free to make a desperate bargain. She offers herself to a man in exchange for her sister's freedom. The encounter awakens her animal nature in unexpected ways and triggers her fury. She discovers he is her destined mate, though his lies may be unforgivable. Enemies hunt Cassie while tensions escalate between Breeds and humans who fear them. War threatens to erupt. Cassie and her mate must unite despite their fractured trust. Their bond carries power that could transform everything, making them targets for those who want to destroy any hope of change between the species.
Genres: science-fiction, romance, fantasy, paranormal
Vibes: emotional, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: destined-mates, enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Breeds
384 pages · Hardcover · Berkley Pub Group
Content warnings: sexual-content, violence