Paws for Change (Wolves of Stone Ridge #28)

Out of the Cage: Pause...a temporary stop or rest, a cessation of activity because of doubt or uncertainty. Derek Sommers is fleeing a bad situation, made worse by foolish decisions from years before. Hed given into his fathers demands once and it had cost him a relationship with his brother, Deke. When Dereks father demands he marry a certain woman, Derek has had enough. He decides to find out if Dekes partner was telling the truth and travels to Stone Ridge in hopes of repairing ties with his brother. Except, even from states away, Dereks father doesnt want to let him go. Dillan Shoreman travels to Stone Ridge to visit his godson, Edwin. When he nearly takes out a man jay-walking, he discovers the battered human is his mate. Having been alone a long time, Dillan thanks Fates oddly timed blessing. Unfortunately, he discovers that convincing his mate they have a future together will be harder than he thinks. Between a manipulative father, a guilt-tripping mother, and a conniving wannabe bride, Dillans mate already has plenty on his mind. Can Dillan convince Derek that he can give him the peace, healing, and strength that his heart so desperately needs?