Running into a winged lion shifter was never in Mitch's plans. But Bluebird Valley Preserve has more surprises in store, including wildlife and shifters, most of whom Mitch never knew existed. As a caracal shifter, Mitch is used to oddities. The chaos, he can handle. Calix, the saber-toothed cat, is what knocks him off balance.<br><br>Calix is a vet and a physician. Great in theory ... except he can only diagnose, not heal. Still grieving, he vows to protect his heart from another crushing blow. Then, he saves a caracal shifter from the flood waters. When he sees Mitch, he struggles with leaving the past behind and making a future for himself which includes Mitch.<br><br>Raging waters and mudslides threaten, leaving the whole preserve at risk. Mitch puts his life on the line to rescue Calix. But, it's Calix's heart Mitch finds the most challenging and worthwhile to win.

Mitch

Jarvis, on the other hand, was a lot younger, leaner, and his hair-do shouted hippie revival. The long locks were held in check by a flowery headband. The slight reddish cast to his lighter hair didn’t really offer clues to his shifter variety. Undoubtedly, one of the rarer versions.


“I’m the vegetarian extraordinaire,” Jarvis replied. “I’m into chopping, creative presentation, and a little class with dinner. I’m all about groovy.”


“I’ve got class,” Hogan argued. He gave Jarvis a shove.


Jarvis snorted. “You wouldn’t know class if it bit you in the ass.”


“Would not.” Jarvis pushed back, sending Hogan stumbling into the wall.


“Guys, enough.” Nate put an end to the argument with the stern command.


Chapter 10