Valerie Vane is the oldest offspring of the Supreme Alpha; however, since she is a girl, she is considered merely a pawn to be married off to another pack. After the death of her father, Valerie’s ruthless fiancé, Alpha Kaelen, is expected to become the new alpha. But, Valerie uses a dangerous and ancient ritual, The Trial of Blood, against her fiancé in her attempt to take the crown of her father. Though she succeeds in defeating Kaelen in the fight, she now faces an enormous price. The Lycan Council will only recognize her as the alpha if she manages to get a mate in the next three months, otherwise she will be declared a traitor and executed. Then Valerie meets Rowan, a cold hearted rogue, whom she catches on her territory and who has a hidden talent that Valerie envies. In order to protect herself, Valerie uses her alpha abilities and forces Rowan into a mating agreement.