Gemma was not going back to Earth.

Stolen and sold to aliens? Gemma's impulsive nature and temper has gotten her into some sticky spots, but this was the literal worst. Even her rescue is bungled.
Get married or go home. An easy choice. What's better protection than a huge muscular alien warrior? Zalis is the meanest, baddest thing she's ever seen. He'll keep the monsters away. But is her safety worth taking away his choice too?
He wants a love match.
But he'll accept a marriage of convenience. For now. Gemma chose him because she wants protection. He'll bring vengeance to those who hurt her, show her that he's more than a brute, and win her heart.
Can something fake become real? It will when Zalis claims his mate.