Due to many generations of marriage outside of their species, the once great, shapeshifting Dio Pantera people have become all but extinct. Their legendary ability to change and take the form of the panther has become nothing more than a distant part of their history. Through calculated arranged marriages the family elders are diligently working to save the Dio Pantera ... before it's too late.

Adrianna DeLarue is happy for her brother Jarod and his new bride, Magnolia. But sitting through their wedding ceremony is almost more than she can take. It reminds her that she is also expected to wed, and soon. Only one man, Lorenzo Meladona, tempts her, but her fear that she will lose herself to his power and strength keeps her from getting too close to Lorenzo. When the ceremony concludes and Adrianna makes her excuses, she's shocked to find Lorenzo following her. He wants to get to know her. But Adrianna has a secret, one she can't share with anyone. Can Lorenzo prove himself trustworthy and the right mate for her or will her secret prevent Adrianna from ever finding happiness?