Who was this stranger before her? The man Danielle Mitchell once vowed to love, honour and cherish. The man who had disappeared with all his promises on a two–year mission, leaving her alone with their sweet child. Now Kyle was back, his heart just as elusive, their desire just as astonishing. And when he swore to protect her from the dangers that stalked both mother and daughter, Danielle was certain she and Sara would find shelter in his strong embrace. But could she welcome home this man as both her hero; and her husband?