She can survive a war zone. Falling for her boss is another matter entirely. Former Royal Navy Commander Tess Caputo has faced flooding submarines, hostile fire, and more near-death experiences than she cares to count. Civilian life, however, is proving far more dangerous. Especially when it comes with a billionaire CEO who won't stop looking at her like she's the most fascinating woman in the room. Working as Conrad Barron's temporary executive assistant was supposed to be a stepping stone while she waited for her medical discharge. Instead, she's fighting an attraction she never expected and uncovering a corporate conspiracy that threatens everything Conrad has built. Conrad knows Tess is hiding something behind the jokes, sarcasm, and impossible smile. The more time he spends with her, the more determined he becomes to break through her walls. But Tess has spent years burying her past, and some secrets refuse to stay buried. As danger closes in and old ghosts resurface, Tess will have to decide whether the life she's tried to bury still has the power to save them both. A fresh take on military romance featuring a strong female veteran, a billionaire CEO who falls first, found family, slow-burn chemistry, humour, action, and a guaranteed happily-ever-after.
