He hasnt seen her in years. Now shes back, working by his side. This time, he wont let her slip away.

Annika Connelly, a seasoned detective from the big city, never thought she'd return to Kodiak, let alone confront the dark forces haunting her past. Tasked with reopening a cold case, she finds herself facing more than just the eerie mysteries of the town—she's working with Trace Gallagher, the Police Chief who once claimed her heart.

Trace has always known that Annika is his fated mate, but when she left all those years ago, it shattered him. Now, as they work together, their undeniable connection reignites, threatening to consume them both. But the stakes are higher than ever. As they unravel a web of lies and secrets that could tear their community apart, they must confront not just their shared past, but the malevolent forces at play.

With every discovery, Annika and Trace are pulled deeper into a dangerous game of deception and betrayal. In a town where everyone harbors secrets, can they uncover the truth without losing their hearts—or their lives?

Some secrets are worth killing for and some are worth dying to uncover.