He was born to a clan of warriors of supernatural strength, but Gavrael McIllioch abandoned his name and his Highland castle to escape the dark fate of his ancestors. Calling himself Grimm to protect the people he cared for, he vowed never to acknowledge his love for Jillian St. Clair. Yet even from afar he watched over her, and when her father sent an urgent summons, "Come for Jillian," he raced to her side.