Author's Point of View

Not only was politics to blame for the Steele Pack's disintegration, but Marcus was also to blame.

At first, the rumors were limited to the back alleys of pack owned establishments and late-night discussions among wolves who had previously been his most ardent supporters. They questioned his leadership skills, priorities, and judgment. They posed the silent query that had been brewing for several months:

Did the pack still need Marcus Steele as its Alpha? Or had he finally become weak due to his personal affairs?

The anxiety had permeated every aspect of pack life and was no longer limited to the council. There was uncertainty today...