Strong enough to protect her. Bold plenty of to like her.

When very good girl Margo Connelly becomes Lamar “Striker” Jennings’s latest assignment, she knows she’s in big trouble. And not simply because he’s been employed to safeguard her from an underworld criminal. The reformed bad boy’s appeal can be breaching all her defenses, so that as the risks against her increase, Margo isn’t sure which is usually more threatening: the gangster focusing on her, or the far too alluring protector tempting her to let loose.

Though Striker’s now living on the proper side of regulations, he’s confident his troubled past keeps Margo out of his league. But physical chemistry explodes into full-blown interest when they go on the run together. Surrendering to desire could be a fatal distraction-or finally demonstrate that he’s the just man certified to keep her secure, and earn her love.