He knew he didn’t deserve her, didn’t fit in her world. But the moment he laid eyes on her, he knew she was his...

Rocco Moretti had a rough start in life. Abused by his parents and abandoned when he was six years old, he’s spent his life trying to prove his worth.

After barely getting out alive while deployed in Afghanistan, he’s settled into civilian life—for the most part. He’s convinced himself being a devoted brother, uncle, and associate at Dixon-Shaw Security is all he deserves.

Hannah Hailey has been professionally unfulfilled at her mother’s successful event planning firm for far too long.

Bullied into a relationship with a man her mother considers suitable, Hannah is miserable. Richard Hayes is an arrogant, cheating bastard she despises.

When Hannah and Rocco meet, their chemistry is undeniable, and sparks fly.

Hannah believes she doesn’t have a chance with the sexy Italian Marine, but is captivated by his seductive charm. Rocco knows Hannah is way out of his league, but is spellbound by the dark-haired temptress. He’s determined to have her at all costs.

Can they build a real future together or will pressure from Hannah’s well-to-do family tear them apart?