Twenty years ago, Richard broke her trust and shattered her heart.

Now the first boy Dorothy ever loved is back as the new, too-sexy-for-his-own-good sheriff in town.

He's as heart-stopping as the mountains and lake outside his new home in Moon Lake. But she isn't the head-over-heels-in-love girl anymore. No, sir.

Not that she cares about him anyway, or would ever let him close enough to hurt her again.

But one night sharing the same bed turns into so much more...

And getting her heart broken becomes a real possibility.

One big mistake had haunted Richard for the better part of his adult life and military career. He'd hurt the girl he loved and destroyed their friendship. Now he's back and their lives and shared circle of friends draw them closer. And she's still the most beautiful woman he's ever met. Inside and out.

But now she deserves to call the shots.

Even though being close to her, long-buried feelings intensify, and keeping his professional distance soon becomes impossible.

Then she squares off with a gang leader, and his protective instincts skyrocket.

Not touching her isn't an option.

Keeping her safe and earning her trust become his top priorities.

Will she give him a second chance?

And is he the man she truly deserves?