She never had to work for anything, until he came into her life.Delicate and demure Istadell Helleney's life has been planned since she was a child. But when her life is upheaved in one heartbreaking night, Izzy is forced to choose between her obligations to her family, and her yearning for a life she chooses for herself. For the first time in her life, Izzy is forced to fight for what she truly wants-a life of her own and a love worth risking everything for.He never wanted to love again, until she stumbled into his world.Ren Harpagos's priorities have been set solely on his family and their ranch, since his last relationship tore him apart. But Ren's broody nature is challenged when the woman he can't get out of his head, begins to dismantle the walls around his heart. Battling his attraction for Istadell, the intensely loyal rancher wrestles with his duty protect his heart and his desire for the unattainable.Bound by love. Tied by history. Obligated by duty.After years of grappling with their forbidden desire, Shalli and Tim are finally together. When Astomi mysteriously start disappearing, Shalli and Tim are determined to find out why-even if that means reprioritizing their nuptials. The two lovers face a danger greater than ever before as they race to save their people.