She was the very first name on his revenge list. And the very last person he wanted to partner with.
Tessa Ward has built her life on facts, not feelings. A brilliant forensic accountant, she follows financial trails, never letting emotions get in the way. But when she uncovers a hidden web of stolen money, she’s pulled into a dangerous world far from spreadsheets and safe answers.
Enter Jude Hale—tattooed, muscled, and carrying more secrets than he's willing to share. A reformed con man turned cyber-defense expert, Jude is assigned to work undercover with Tessa. His instincts run hot and impulsive; hers are cold and calculated. A shared mission forces them into tight quarters, tighter secrets, and the kind of tension that can’t be ignored.
Jude’s past could destroy their mission. Tessa’s fear of emotional chaos could destroy them both. Time is running out. To survive, they’ll have to trust each other with everything, including their hearts.
