Part of Mercy Thompson, book 9
First published 2016
Coyote shapeshifter Mercy Thompson and her Alpha werewolf mate Adam receive an urgent call to stop a troll gone wild. The mission takes an unexpected turn when they discover a human child the fae stole years ago. This boy represents more than a rescue opportunity. He could serve as leverage to prevent an escalating conflict between humans and fae from exploding into full war. Mercy and Adam make a choice that puts them at odds with every major power. They defy the most dominant werewolf in America. They oppose human authorities. They challenge the fae themselves. Their pack rallies behind the decision to shield the boy regardless of consequences. Yet the child they fight to protect carries his own dangers. Fire has marked him during his time with the fae. The very person they risk everything to save might destroy them all.
Genres: fantasy, paranormal, paranormal-romance, urban-fantasy
Vibes: emotional, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: America
342 pages · Hardcover · Ace
Content warnings: violence