"Mary Margret Daughtridge''s descriptions awaken the senses to a level that makes a reader gasp for breath and sigh with satisfactions. Primal and earthy at times, sensual, enchanting, and tender at others, the love scenes simmer, sizzle, and soar."—Long and Short of It

About the Characters

Navy SEAL Caleb Daluade is deadly charming. When he meets Emmie Caddington—and realizes her personal connections can help him with his private vendetta—he sets out to win her over. But Emmie''s quick intelligence and quirky personality sure to start to get under his skin.

Emmie''s smart and independent and isn''t looking for a brawny guy to take over her life. But this rugged Navy SEAL, who seems so determined to get close to her, hides a fierce intelligence and deep sensitivity.

The Plot

When plans go wrong and a child''s life is on the line, Emmie learns what it means to be a SEAL in action, and Caleb discovers that even a hero can get hurt sometimes.