When Cactus Mackey rescues Sara Farmer from outlaw wolves, he knows she's his destined mate and he's more than ready to get a little down and dirty with his woman. But Sara has secrets and she's ready to run to keep safe. Yeah, Cactus might be her man but she can't afford to give her heart and soul to the sexy Lycan cowboy no matter how much she yearns for his loving.

Silly woman, thinking he would let her run from him. Even if he has to tie her up to keep her by his side, he's more than willing to go the extra mile. Not only is Sara his woman, but she is now pack family and there is no way he or the pack will let anything happen to her.

The very talented Ms. Carlysle has gone and done it again by creating a magical story ripe with heartache, romance and humorous delights that are sure to thrill readers. Right from the very first page, the author places the reader right in the middle of all the action, captivating them with the remarkably clever plot twists and turns. Hidden secrets, passion and a dash or two of danger all work in perfect harmony for book four of the High Plains Shifters series.

Sara and Cactus are wonderful, well-rounded characters that really come to life within the pages of this tale. Sara sparkles with her beauty as well as her determined, strong and sassy ways. And Cactus is a hero who is tough, tender and honorable, a true knight in shining armor. Between these two compelling characters the sparks fly, the sexual tension mounts and the loving is wickedly hot. The heated sensuality is delicious, as is the sexy shenanigans that scorch the pages when Sara and Cactus give in to their passion. The emotional landscape touches the readers on many levels enriching the characters as well as the plot. The sharp, realistic and often amusing dialogue compliments the characters. Readers will enjoy reconnecting with past characters from the Wolf Creek Ranch pack. Watching every piece of this this enchanting story fall into place is absolutely a delightful joy!

Another excellent adventure that is sure to please fans of the High Plains Shifter series! A gem of a treat that shouldn't be missed!

Overall rating:
Sensuality rating: Explicit

Reviewer: Shannon
February 4, 2010