"In Clare Wood, Alpha Thomas Stryker risks exposure as a werewolf when a series of gruesome murders with fang and claw marks rocks the town. Forced to partner with the determined Sheriff, Stryker must navigate their uneasy alliance while keeping his true nature hidden. As they unravel the mystery, they uncover dark secrets and confront a sinister force threatening to destroy their community. But when Stryker's identity is exposed, will the Sheriff's trust be broken, or will they work together to stop the evil from spreading? With his pack and relationships at stake, Stryker must confront the villain's twisted motivations and make a choice between his loyalty to his pack and his duty to protect the town."