The Tate brothers were once orphans, and they were raised for only one thing: to protect what is theirs. As a skilled sniper and Navy SEAL, Lucas Tate found the courage to distance himself from the rich, evil patriarch who adopted him. Instead, he dedicated his life to the elite group of brothers in his unit. So when the widow of one of his former comrades finds herself in grave danger, Lucas does his job to protect her from all enemies... and doesn't let her out of his sight. Grace Riley feels overwhelmed by Lucas' presence, but the cold-eyed gunslinger does everything to protect her . Soon the special attention he pays to her turns into a wild romantic frenzy, which worries Grace since Lucas was close to her late husband. And yet, how can she resist Lucas's intense, icy gaze? All she knows is that life without a strong, passionate Lucas is not worth living. Maybe Lucas can find a way to honor his former brother in arms by saving Grace... and loving her just as much?