A Texas Ranger questions duty, desire, and where to draw the line in this action-packed romance from the bestselling author of Bulletproof Badge.

As a Texas Ranger, it's Jesse Ryder's duty to protect her. As a man, it's all he can do to avoid the temptation of Avery Travis. The Snake Eyes Killer is on Avery's trail, but the independent deputy doesn't want Jesse's help. And he can't blame her; he had walked away from her the night she'd offered him everything.

Avery knows Jesse will always think of her as his best friend's little sister. However, she is fully capable of taking care of herself . . . and knowing what and who she wants. Their lives might be in jeopardy, but the true tragedy would be to never have one more chance with the sexy Ranger.

Includes a bonus short story by USA Today–bestselling author Delores Fossen