Souls shrouded in darkness...On her own in England, Vicki trains at a prestigious fencing school. Face marred by a birthmark, she's suspicious of Nicholas' attention. A dinner date reveals his genuine interest and they begin to connect. Nicholas is attractive and she wonders why he's so shy and reclusive.Then one evening she happens upon him changing into a lycan. Every werewolf legend is challenged by the gentle, fearful creature before her. Vickie accepts his secret, but Nicholas knows he's an unpredictable beast. Can they trust love enough to overcome their physical challenges?