Nina Blackthorn was raised to be a killer—trained to hunt down the soulless beasts she was taught to despise. As a top member of the Silver Thorn, an elite order of werewolf hunters, she’s become a ruthless force, scarred by a lifetime of lies and loss. Her mission was clear: assassinate the Alpha of the Northern Ridge. But when an ambush leaves her the only survivor, her world shatters. Captured by Ryker Duskbane—the dangerous, arrogant Alpha of the pack—she’s faced with a twist of fate more impossible than any mission she’s ever been given. Ryker isn’t just her captor. He’s her fated mate, and their bond triggers an ancient spell that ties their lives together in pain.As Nina struggles with her internal war-torn between the blood of her hunter ancestors and the growing, undeniable pull toward the man she was raised to kill—secrets begin to surface. Her true origins, hidden for years, come to light: Nina is no mere human, but a hybrid whose blood holds the key to both salvation and destruction. The prophecy that links her to Ryker goes beyond a mere union—it’s a prophecy that could reshape the future of both werewolves and humans.But danger lurks on all sides. Betrayal runs deep, and the rebellion’s true intentions threaten to destroy everything Nina holds dear. As she faces betrayal from those she trusted most, Nina must decide: will she embrace her legacy and accept the love she never wanted? Or will she fight everything she’s been taught, risking it all to protect Ryker—and the future they could have together?Discover how Nina’s journey unfolds, filled with betrayal, passion, and a battle for the fate of two worlds. Will she become the queen she was meant to be? Read now to find out.