New vampires and life mates Wilma and Gus have had so much to learn that they haven't had any alone time to strengthen their mating bond. There have been countless interruptions and obstacles, including Wilma's foray into witchy MMA, so when warlock Roy Bermangoggleshitz shows up requesting help from Wilma to locate his missing children in Louisiana in the midst of a storm, she's determined to use her newly freed magic for good. However, this presents yet another challenge to her relationship with Gus, who's worried about whether or not he has what it takes to be her mate. A road trip, a weather emergency, and a supernatural showdown will either bring them closer than ever, or could bring about a premature end to their forever.