Daphne Madden finds herself trying to make ends meet by working at the

local bar in the evenings, and picking up extra shifts at the coffee shop

during the day. Because of her schedule, it leaves her without much time for

luxuries like dating or a social life.

When a customer gets handsy with her one night, an unlikely stranger

comes to her rescue.

It was only supposed to be drinks with his construction crew after a hard

day on the job site. But Arkin Broderick finds himself helping a feisty

waitress instead. His overwhelming need to protect her leaves him mystified

and craving more.

Neither of them were looking...

Daphne Madden finds herself trying to make ends meet by working at the

local bar in the evenings, and picking up extra shifts at the coffee shop

during the day. Because of her schedule, it leaves her without much time for

luxuries like dating or a social life.

When a customer gets handsy with her one night, an unlikely stranger

comes to her rescue.

It was only supposed to be drinks with his construction crew after a hard

day on the job site. But Arkin Broderick finds himself helping a feisty

waitress instead. His overwhelming need to protect her leaves him mystified

and craving more.

Neither of them were looking for love, but like lightning in the darkness,

sometimes it shows up when it’s least expected.

But no matter how perfect things seem, the past always has a way of coming

back and making itself known.