A World at War...Shape-shifting Lemurian warriors battle against a deceptive, ruthless enemy in the dark of night. The prize--Earth's most precious resource--water, and the fate of humankind. A reckless commander...Panthera leader Demir is stricken by the enemy's dart and trapped in his fevered, haunted mind with only the memories of his brutal, violent past and his lost mate. When Aramie, his second in command, takes control of the Pride, she breaks one of the revered laws in her quest for the sacred blue sunstone--Demir's only chance at life. His duty and honor force him to impose punishment despite his unbidden desire to claim her as his mate.A hardened warrior...Battle hardened Aramie is strong and determined--she will never bow to the Panthera mating ritual and sacrifice her independence. Instead, her deeply buried feelings for Demir drive her to a dangerous quest and rash decisions. With grief fueling her anger, she takes on a solo mission for revenge, and when Demir's life is on the line, she must decide--submit to him as his mate, or lose him forever.Note: intended for mature audiences only (age 18+)