A thirty-day countdown. A forbidden love that defies every rule.ElaWaking up handcuffed to hot marine was the start of a brutal wake-up call.Now, the fate of my family's hotel rests onmy off-limits, grumpy bodyguard.I need his protection to win this thirty-day race.But every time he touches me, the desire is overwhelming.I shouldn't trust the forbidden Marine,but he's the only one who can keep me alive. MattI am a former Marine, looking for a fresh start.Ela LeBlanc is a gorgeous whirlwind who pushesevery. one. of. my. buttons.She is completely off-limits,yet her fiery determination ignites a forbidden passionthat challenges my vow to keep my distance.Our fight to save her hotel turns lethal overnight.And in that moment, I swear to defy every ruleto protect the woman who consumesmy very soul.