It's mating season, and Cole is on his own this year. Haunted by a deeply instinctual urge, he flees into the remote mountains. But the cross country trail has surprises of its own, not the least of which is the beautiful Tanya, whom he spots bathing in the river. The werewolf agrees- her curvy body is perfect for bearing a child. When she accidentally injures herself and requires Cole's protection, he must face his own desire head on in order to take her as his mate, hard and without protection!