Rachel knows she can do so much more - she can be an effective Protector, but she'll have to overcome the prejudice on the council to be the first woman shifter to join the elite group. Proving her worth will be no easy task.Antonio takes three things in life seriously. His position on the Protector team, loyalty to his shifter family, and avoiding distractions. Oh, and Rachel. They're best friends and there's no way he'd ever sacrifice their friendship...