Hostile Protection (Hostile Hearts Book 1)

Hallie Rose built her career as one of New York’s top prosecutors—tough, brilliant, and unafraid to take on the most dangerous cases. But when her name lands on a mafia hit list, she's forced into hiding under the watchful eye of a private security firm. The only problem? Hallie doesn’t take orders, and she definitely doesn’t need a bodyguard.

Brett Walker, ex-military and owner of the elite security company tasked with protecting her, is used to high-risk jobs—but nothing could have prepared him for Hallie. Tattooed, disciplined, and trained for danger, Brett is determined to keep her safe—even if she fights him every step of the way.

When a threat gets too close for comfort, the pair are forced to retreat to a secluded cabin deep in the snowy woods of upstate New York. With no one but each other to rely on, tensions rise and boundaries are crossed.

The only way to survive is to trust each other—but trust might just be the most dangerous thing of all.