He is the cuddliest of teddy bears.

A year after fleeing an abusive partner, Farah's welcome in the refuge sheltering her is ending. With no money, no job, and no options, she's floored to be presented with a marriage of convenience to an alien behemoth as a solution. Considering her recent ordeal, entering a relationship with a four-armed giant with herculean strength is the last thing she wants. But the sweet, respectful, and cuddly male she discovers behind that intimidating fa?ade makes her feel safer than she has in years.

She exceeds his wildest dreams.

As the biggest and strongest male on Xoccoris, Krogal struggles with his people's expectations that he should lead a warrior's life instead of caring for wounded and helpless creatures in his veterinary clinic. When the Prime Mating Agency finally finds his soulmate, Krogal is mesmerized by the stunning and delicate little human she turns out to be. While her previous hardships stir his protective instincts, Farah's inner strength and compassion dazzle him.

But as their bond grows stronger, will the ghosts of her past destroy the future they're trying to build together?