Soldier of fortune Sean Killian had faced many terrors, but nothing made him more wary than his latest assignment - protecting Susannah Anderson. Killian's past had left him hardened - full of secrets and nightmares. Yet there was something about Susannah that threatened to penetrate his tough shell.

Susannah had her own obstacles to overcome, but with Killian at her side, they didn't seem as daunting. She knew he was a man who would protect her from any harm.

Yet even as desire rose between them, she could feel his heart retreating. And losing Killian was one terror Susannah couldn't face...