A military cop investigating a murder in his hometown discovers he's a father—and he'll do anything to keep his little girl and her beautiful guardian safe.

Waylon Fitzgerald had a life of adventure all planned out—one that did not include returning to his family's ranch to bring his missing ex-wife into custody for murder. With so much bad blood between them, the sexy military police officer understands why his ex's sister, Christina Bell, hates him. And yet he and Christina spark a sizzling attraction.

What changes everything for Waylon is Winnie, Christina's adorable ward . . . and the startling revelation that he's her father. Will he redeploy to follow his passions around the world . . . or stay where his heart has found an unexpected Christmas present?