When a stalker's sadistic threat sends photographer Torie Bradshaw fleeing for her life, she can think of only one safe haven: Matt Callahan. Rugged and captivating, the sexy government operative saved her once before. Surely he'll play her hero again. If only they hadn't parted under such unfortunate circumstances.

Matt can't believe it when Torie invades his Texas home, bringing danger, drama, and a designer dog with her. He is busy battling old ghosts and newer wounds-this intriguing beauty is a distraction he doesn't need. But when the situation explodes, Matt must team with Torie to uncover the identity of a killer. Otherwise, he stands to lose all the things he never thought he wanted...