Since her husband's murder, Susan thought she was doing quite well putting her life back together. She had a new job at the Texas Ranger headquarters and the house to herself. Her new friends were helping her cope with her current life, and even though they were all vampires, they were the first friends she'd had in several years. Life was finally going her way, and she was happy.

Nathaniel was sheriff of a small town for ten years, but when he started dodging questions about why he wasn't aging, he knew it was time to move. A quick call to his brother, Walter, who ran the Texas Rangers, and Nathaniel packed his bags and headed south, ready to start a new life. He had no clue he would walk into the Ranger headquarters on his first day and have his life changed forever.

Nathaniel might claim Susan as his mate, but after being in one unhappy relationship, she isn't sure she is ready for another. When someone begins terrorizing her, Nathaniel quickly steps in and takes over, not taking any chances with her safety. But will he be enough to keep her safe when her past catches up to her?