Is he protecting her from the enemy...or himself? Sergeant Alessa Parrino is one of the toughest soldiers in her unit. But does she have what it takes to fight her growing attraction to Lieutenant Luke Williams...her CO? If she falls for a superior officer, her career is over. And the Army is all she's got. Working closely with Luke on a covert mission overseas isn't helping. His caring, compassion and piercing blue eyes are weakening her resolve by the hour. But this is Alessa's last chance to prove herself and earn the promotion she desperately needs. She can't let his charms distract her from her goals, no matter how much she longs to let down her guard...