Awakened from his sleep, dragon shifter Corde has learned much about the new, changed world and its laws. Old habits die hard, however, and when the ancient warrior pulls out his sword in public, he's going to have to face the consequences. What he never expected was that the fallout of his actions would lead him right into the arms of his mate.

Kylie Johnson doesn't date criminals. Not anymore. They can say all the right things, but in the end, she knows they'll reveal their true colors. When the newest addition to her program shows up for community service though, he tests all her limits. Muscled, hunky, and possessing an old-world nobility about himself, Kylie will have her hands full one way or another!

As her life begins to crumble around her, the only constant is the protective and sexy Corde. Her boundaries are starting to melt from the heat, and Kylie knows she can't hold out for much longer. Can Corde stay out of trouble long enough to prove himself worthy of her? Or will his secrets cost him a chance with his mate?