Redden Marcelle's life as alpha would have remained uncomplicated if the little fox shifter hadn't showed up in his forest. He wants to own Ben, to mark him as his mate. But to avoid conflict in his pack, the alpha wolf can only claim him as his pet. Ben's lost in a world dominated by wolves and bears. He doesn't have a fighting chance of survival, never mind finding a mate who'd actually choose a red fox. Redden's everything he's ever wanted--but knows he'll never have. Their forbidden love is impossible to ignore, growing stronger each day. The two men bring out the best in each other, but the divide between shifter races keeps them from completing the mating bond. When the time comes to choose sides, Ben might have to pay with his life for being the wolf's pet.