When destiny bites, surrender is the only option.Alexander Thorne thought he controlled his vampire nature until his mate hunger struck, demanding he find his destined partner or go feral. Following an intoxicating scent through Seattle, he tracks down Evan Rivers, a compassionate physical therapist who awakens every predatory instinct Alexander possesses.One touch ignites a bond neither can resist. Evan should flee the dangerous stranger with silver eyes, but the connection burns too hot to deny. As Alexander battles between protection and possession, Evan discovers surrendering to the impossible takes true courage.But when Alexander's ruthless sire arrives to exploit their bond, they'll fight for a love that defies destiny itself.