Thirteen years ago, Harley lost her family. Though it left some damage, she's finally ready to return to her family's pack and start her own tale. But writing a happy ending is much harder than she thought. Will Grey is a rogue hunter. Thirteen years ago, he was Harley's brother's best friend. Now all grown up and more attractive than ever, Will is Harley's closest connection to the past. Trapped between wanting to forget her past and desperately needing something familiar to hold onto, Harley isn't quite sure where to categorize Will. As Harley tries to make a home for herself, bigger problems appear on the horizon. Her family wasn't victim to a random rogue attack, but instead something much, much worse. Will she be able to find her spot in her family's pack? Or will something else wipe her out first?

After an Alpha has given up looking for their mate, and they need a Luna to help run the pack, they will organise an event known as The Whipping. Female volunteers from packs around the country will put themselves forward if they wish to be in the chance of becoming a Luna. These she-wolves would be whipped in front of all the packs, again and again until their backs were red raw and blood covered. The last female remaining would be given the title of Luna as the Alpha would only want the strongest wolf to help run his pack. Most wolves gave up and quit as they couldn't take the pain, but some head-strong females would go until they were no longer breathing. It was an ugly tradition, from years ago. I had never heard of one happening in this day and age...until that day... Until I met him... On the day of The Whipping...