Eli Strong left the army, and all he wanted was to get well. He never expected that the officer with whom he would live had a daughter who would become a test for his honor. Maggie Drummond has moved more times than she can count, and starting at a new high school sucks. But when a wounded Marine comes to live with them, Maggie suddenly understands what home is like. She is a forbidden fruit, and he tries not to taste it... But the desire cannot be denied for so long. Circumstances constantly bring them together, and something truly unexpected happens. Overnight, Eli becomes his guardian and Maggie his ward. Will Eli keep his hands off Maggie? Will Maggie like her if she doesn't? Will the two of them break the law because it feels so good? There's only one way to find out. Warning. This story will make you feel pain in the best possible way! She's so sickly sweet that it's even disgusting, but we can't help but introduce you to her. This is a coming of age story - in every sense of the word. Read with pleasure and enjoy!