Emma has been in love with Max since school, but he barely knew she existed. Now she runs her own antique store and has finally come out of her shell and become herself. When Max returned to their small town, to begin his duties as Alpha Pride, he discovered that little modest Emma had matured. And the spark that flared up every time she was nearby turned into something more - his mate! Having invited her to “have a bite,” Max was sure that the delightful Emma would become his forever. But Max’s ex-girlfriend has her own plans. And Emma is not included in these plans. To keep her Alpha, Emma must prove to Pride that she has what it takes to stay with Max.