Emory has always been the forgotten daughter, mistreated by her cruel stepmother, Mrs. Hardin, and tormented by her jealous stepsister, Louisa. But when she discovers that the powerful Alpha Kaine is her destined mate, her dreams of escaping her painful life take a dark turn. Rejected by the alpha, Emory finds herself accused of poisoning Louisa and is sold to a notoriously cruel alpha known for his deadly wrath. But fate has other plans, Emory not only survives but thrives, capturing the heart of the very alpha meant to destroy her. Now, with her new ally by her side, she sets out to reclaim her life and seek vengeance on those who wronged her. Does she succeed in her quest for vengeance? How does she win the cruel Alpha’s heart?