While it is rare to have a female bodyguard, it is even more rare that she would be former military. Charlie Ravenel is that rarity. Charlie is the war hero, who didn't just come back with scars of an operation that ended in gun fire, she lost so much more. Some of her scars aren't fully healed even if they are the kind that you can't see with your eyes.

Charlie Ravenel, a former Marine is sent in to protect a young actress Kierra, who has been receiving messages from a stalker.

While Charlie is there to find out who is behind the messages, she can't help but be in the vicinity of Daniel Pierce the male lead actor. While she is attracted to him, she has a history that makes it hard for her to give in to him. While Daniel has had his share of women he's been tied to in the press there is just something about Charlie, making him want to do things differently.

He wants to build her trust, and get her to see he is willing to wait, and gain her trust. This does lead to a bit of a slow burn while they get to know each other, it does build a lot of amazing tension.

With each note left for Kierra, or item taken the suspense is heightened and Charlie's determination to keep her safe builds.

I loved some of the text conversations between Charlie and Daniel, it was flirty but also built their connection. When they finally give in to their attraction on a week away, it is explosive and steamy!

There are some parts of Charlie's history that is detailed and can be triggering but also culturally sensitive regarding young brides and rape so please be aware.

While the stalker is revealed and there is a wrap up of that story there are still some elements that weren't revealed regarding Daniel's past so it felt a bit like a cliffhanger, which will continue on into Book 2.

With that said, this book packed a punch. It took me through a whole gamut of emotions and kept me on the edge of my seat. I look forward to continuing the series.

I received an arc from the author for review. All opinions are my own and given freely.