Amber Ella Monroe [Monroe - Wolf Unbound

WOLF UNBOUND (ASPEN VALLEY WOLF PACK)

A woman determined to save her tavern after the loss of her father and a sexy shifter outlaw who thinks hes undeserving of a woman's love makes for one smoking hot, action-packed paranormal romance story.

A utumn North would never marry a man for money or mate a shifter she despises. Although, she doesnt have a lot of options and she's been backed into a corner one too many times. To save herself and protect her family, she just might have to give up what she cant bear to let go of.

G arrett Justice will do anything to protect Autumneven from the dangerous shifter who has already laid claim to her. But if he cant contain the mating urges of his inner beast when hes with her, how can he keep her safe indefinitely?

G arrett and Autumn dont exactly meet on peachy terms, but once they discover just how much they need each other, nothing will tear them apartnot even an arranged mating for which shes become obligated to fulfill.

G arrett Justice pulled his motorcycle to a halt in front of Cross City Country Tavern and shut off the engine. About a dozen other cars and bikes were scattered about the parking area. Blaring music and lively chatter could be heard from all the way across the lot as the patrons pushed their way in and out of the building. Cigarette smoke, engine oil, and strong wolf pheromones wafted through the air when a light breeze passed over him.

After taking off his helmet and securing his bike, Garrett walked a short distance to the entrance and pushed through the door. The sound of the band music, shouting, and laughter hit him full force. Pool tables sat off to the right in a separate section of the tavern where most of the noise was coming from. In the main area, excessively seasoned beef burgers grilling over an open flame and the aroma of savory bacon grease had his belly rolling in hunger all over again. A big screen television was hung high in almost every corner of the room, airing everything from a live sports broadcast to the evening news. But Garrett wasnt really expecting quiet anyway. Just somewhere to eat a meal, drink a beer, unwind, andif he was luckygain more intel where his mission was concerned. But firstthe food.

When no one came over to greet him at the little hostess stand near the doorwhich was inconveniently unmannedhe took it upon himself and slid into the first empty booth he came to.

The clerk who worked the front desk of the motel had recommended the place. As the only eatery on this side of the city that remained open late into the night, he hoped the food and service lived up to its reputation. Eating packages of cheese and peanut butter crackers and bags of beef jerky from the motel vending machines once again tonight wasnt going to cut it. And hunting for food on the territory of another Pack without their knowledge was just asking for trouble.

Nonetheless, Garrett hadnt visited Cross City for pleasure. Not in the least bit. He was here on businessbusiness that entailed tracking down the leaders of the Cross City Wolf Pack. So far, everywhere hed ended up resulted in false leads. Either the leaders were out of town, on vacation, or just plain AWOL. Hardly anyone was willing to speak on Pack matters either, as if theyd been forbidden.

Something told Garrett that the leaders of the Cross City Wolf Pack didnt want to be found. Their Alpha had been discovered dead on the side of the highway not too long ago, so one would think theyd be more apt to being present in their community rather than so apprehensive when a visitor came to help them. Something just didnt add up, and Garretts stay was long overdue. The deadline to report back to his own Alpha and brotherDane Magnushad come and gone.

Time was more of an issue for his brother than it was for Garrett. Just the month before, Dane had received an offer from the Alpha of Cross City Wolf Pack. An offer that, if accepted, would unite the resources of both Packs. Garretts understanding was that Dane had been seriously considering the offer. But not too long after that, the Cross City Alpha had been found dead.

Dane had sent Garrett to send condolences and to offer support until they could agree on the new direction of the Pack. Extending support was the right thing for allying Packs to do, and Dane Magnuss faculty for keeping his word and helping other Packs was what gave him a most trusted reputation among the wolf shifter population.

Somehow Garrett had found himself in the middle of it allall because he couldnt and wouldnt say no to the Alpha who he currently served. Not only was Dane Magnus his brother, he was the youngest of four siblingsall male wolf shifters. The four of them had stuck together through thick and thin, and nothingnot even the death of their father and decision over who would lead the Aspen Valley Packhad torn them apart.

As he turned his focus to the menu on the table, a waitress sauntered up to his table. He noticed that she was a fellow shifter right off the bat. Her smell and the Cross City Wolf Pack insignia tattooed on her arm was what gave her away.

Hi handsome. She sported a preppy grin and had her hair braided to the back, which gave her a younger, studious look. What can I get you?

Garrett fumbled with the menu for a bit, but settled for what he usually ordered when dining out.

Ill have a half pound burger, medium rare, and a mug of beer?

Bottled or draft?

From the tap is fine, he replied.

She held a small pad and pen in her hand, but didnt write anything down. Are you enjoying Cross City? she asked.

He looked up, a bit perplexed by her question, which was out of context and out of the blue. She pointed to the Aspen Valley Wolf Pack insignia, which was engrained on the inside of his left wrist.

Im not really here to enjoy the views, but Ive been getting around the city just fine, he replied.

Youre here with others, arent you? The blond haired fella with the silver Harley came through this afternoon. Are you guys staying a while?