They picked the wrong were-reindeer to mess with.

Were-reindeer Rudi fled the North Pole five years ago with a shattered heart and a vow to never look back. Now she's perfected her "touch me and die" attitude as a paranormal operative—until her infuriatingly optimistic ex shows up as her new partner.

Nick Claus still believes in Christmas magic, second chances, and the woman who was destined to be his mate. Too bad said woman would rather punch him than kiss him.

One dangerous mission. One very real gang of magical criminals. And one pixie partner who's itching to introduce Nick's face to his fist.

What could possibly go wrong?

Everything, as it turns out. Because when all hell breaks loose, Rudi discovers that some bonds can't be broken—even by bullets, betrayal, or five years of bitter denial.