As the third oldest daughter, Cretia is ready for her ascension. Like her two sisters before her, she knows that she'll meet her true mate, but isn't sure what to expect. Until he shows up in all his naked glory shortly after the ceremony and blows her expectations to smithereens. He's everything she never knew she wanted, yet all she's ever going to need. When he comes face-to-face with the most beautiful woman he's ever seen, Darius instinctively knows she's his. As a shifter, he's not exactly sure how it's all going to work; he just knows that Mother Nature never makes mistakes. Now ensconced in the rather eclectic family he's found himself a part of, he is learning that much is expected of the chosen ones and apparently, he's a big part of it all. However, someone from his past isn't thrilled with the fact he's now mated. He was supposed to be hers and she will stop at nothing to make that happen. With the ongoing issues they're having with Isadora and her dark machinations, can Darius and Cretia overcome this threat to their burgeoning happiness? Or will his past cause irreparable damage. **Suitable for ages 18+ due to mature subject matter** Note to Readers: This is the pen name used by Author Liberty Parker & Darlene Tallman.