Having been born of the line of Durin guarentee's three things. 1. Eternal respect of the people, 2. Exceedingly long life, 3. A dark secret only a few know. He'd never wanted a mate, he'd never even thought of it and then he'd caught her scent and all was lost to those blue eyes. Which leaves one big question. Can she accept, all of him? Thorin/OC, Kili/OC, Fili/OC

After series of nearly fatal events, Nora finds herself injured and in the house of Beorn. While he allows her to stay in his house as she heals, Beorn is determined to return her to her brother in Laketown before the winter months come. He only wishes to be left alone, so what happens when a friendship begins to form between these two unlikely people? Eventual Beorn/OC

Alice realizes who she loves, and returns search for him. Sequels possible if wanted. Please review! : BETA'D AND REPUBLISHED.