Winter Jarl is the most notorious female warrior of her species. Her father is chief, and he's dying, so he's cashed in on a promise she made long ago: he's setting her up with an alpha from each of the thirteen clans before she takes over his position. Sentenced to a year of isolation, she will spend twenty-eight days alone with each man. By the end of it, Winter must choose one to stand beside her. The challenge? She must be in love to produce an heir. When the second soldier to enter her home is different, Winter finds herself more exposed to him than she plans. She didn't know she'd enjoy being broken open. Basil has always wanted a taste of Winter, watching her across the battlefield; once he's had it, he's not sure he can walk away. She's so much more than legend would have him believe.