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

I plan on it. Given half a chance, I plan on it.


The timer chimed, breaking into his thoughts. He turned off the oven, grabbed the hot pads, and removed the cake. After setting it on top of the stove, he laid aside the mitts. Nate’s words ran through his head.


Nate knew pretty much anything and everything about the occupants of the preserve. Thus, his insight could be trusted. That fact buoyed Mitch’s confidence.


At the same time, the way Nate phrased his comment stuck with Mitch. If he and Calix found love, Mitch intended to hold onto it for as long as he lived. Work for it. Assist the relationship to grow and blossom. Yet, something told him that Nate couldn’t say the same thing.


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