Book excerpt: In a world where strength is synonymous with shifting, Grace stands apart as the only wolf in her mountain pack unable to transform. Her life takes a sharp turn when she crosses paths with Ethan—the Alpha of their rivals—and feels an undeniable pull, even as Lucas, her steadfast ally within the pack, becomes an unexpected suitor. As tensions rise and loyalties are tested, Grace discovers that she harbors not just the potential to shift but to ascend beyond all known limits. Can love triumph in a world bound by ancient feuds? And will Grace unlock her true power to not only shift but fly?