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Complete, First published Nov 04, 2023
"We are warriors of the night, lycanthropes as some would call us, but we go by an altogether different name. A more significant name, one that we wear in the highest of honor. A word that describes one of our most prominent features. 
We are Claws."
In a world where destiny and duty collide, Mae, the fiercely determined daughter of the Eastern pack's chief, returns home after four years of rigorous alpha training, prepared to embrace her destiny as the next pack leader. But as she steps into her role, her plans twist unexpectedly with the arrival of Zale-her childhood friend's older brother, whose charmingly infuriating antics have evolved into a heart-stopping allure.

Once just an annoying figure from her past, Zale has transformed into the pack's most notorious womanizer, flaunting a cocky smile that stirs something deep within Mae. Their unavoidable encounters reignite a rivalry that neither expected to reshape into an undeniable chemistry. As Mae begins to peel back the layers of Zale's bravado, she realizes he may harbor secrets darker than mere flirtation.

But the pressures of leadership weigh heavily on Mae's shoulders. The Southern pack is growing bolder, threatening her home and everything she holds dear. With the looming conflict brewing on the horizon, Mae must navigate not only her burgeoning feelings for Zale but also the expectations of her lineage, her place in a patriarchal society, and the nature of true strength.

In a gripping tale of self-discovery, loyalty, and fierce love, join Mae as she uncovers the power that lies in vulnerability and the intertwining destinies of those who step into the light and into the shadows. Can Mae reconcile her budding romance with Zale amid the brewing war, and will she emerge as the leader her pack needs? Or will secrets from the past shatter everything she's worked for? 

Prepare to be swept away into a world of passion and peril, where every decision may alter the fate of her pack and her heart.
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