Branded. Alone. Mateless. In a world where mates complete you, Avery Wilcott carries the mark of an "Unfortunate"—a curse that denies her a soulmate. But this deputy alpha is no damsel in distress. She's sharp, she's brutal, and she refuses to let fate dictate her power. When an unexpected alpha arrives, challenging her cynicism and stirring an unknown empathy, will Avery finally confront the truth of her isolation, or will she continue to forge her own path in a world that deems her broken? Dive into a story where strength isn't just about brawn, but about surviving when destiny has abandoned you.