A tip for a story leads Sara Michaels to Sanctuary Resort, where she uncovers a secret that could put her journalism career on the fast track. Her investigation, though, unleashes something personal - a dark shadow that has stalked her mind her whole life. With his mountain lion pride dwindling into extinction, Price Dalton doesn't need to tangle with a reporter who could blow the lid off his world. But as he helps Sara face her darkest fear, letting her into his bed becomes all too easy. Price's beta, Austin Drake, knows Sara might be just what his moody best friend needs. When Sara suggests a different angle on her story - one that keeps Sanctuary's secret but requires learning about the resort's BDSM offerings - Austin is ready and willing. Price's cat wants more than just a playmate, though, and Price isn't willing to cross that line. His stubbornness may end up costing him and Austin much more than just their pride.