She's been targeted by a killer.
Widow Danae Sutherland moved to Crimson Point a month ago with her teenage son to begin a new chapter in their lives. Adjusting to small town life is a big change for them both, but it's been especially hard on her son, and the holidays are making it even harder. When a sexy stranger moves into the cottage next door, she's not prepared for the undeniable attraction between them. He's only in town for a couple weeks, so getting involved will only lead to heartbreak. That doesn't stop her from falling for him. And when danger strikes, she has no choice but to put her life in his hands.
He's the only man who can save her.
Former Marine Ryder Locke has come to the Oregon Coast to spend the holidays with his cousin Molly and her family. It's his chance to face his demons head on before returning to his job as a bodyguard for one of Hollywood's brightest stars. The last thing he expects is to fall for the single mom next door, and for danger to blow up around her. When the threat closes in and her life hangs in the balance, Ryder must risk everything to save her from the man who wants her dead.
