Haunted by the unsolved mystery of his brother’s vanishing, Sam Redley Kelleher—ex-Navy SEAL turned bodyguard—has channeled his life into Red Mark Rescue & Protect. It’s not just his job; it’s his calling. As one of the most trusted names in security, Red Mark is the last line of defense when all else fails, a testament to Sam and his partner, the equally formidable ex-Green Beret Mark ‘Baby Face’ Connor.

Dedicated to his work, Sam declares himself married to the job—until his spirited, three-legged dog companion unwittingly stirs the pot, upending his entire life.

When a fresh case of a missing person strikes, it’s a stark reminder to Sam that love is a luxury he can’t afford. However, the woman who’s caught his—and his dog’s—attention challenges his convictions. Fiercely independent, she stands apart, needing neither his guard nor his heart.

Yet, Sam is drawn to her in ways he can’t explain or resist. She’s the enigma that he never saw coming, the kind of challenge he never trained for. She’s the variable that could redefine his mission, if only he dares to succumb to the pull.