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Alex Jamison immediately senses that Dr. Kristen Helton could spell trouble. The emerald‑eyed physician, known for her philanthropic work, is drawn into a dangerous world when she meets a dark, powerful warrior who refuses to give up on the streets he’s vowed to protect. As they join forces to keep kids out of trouble, Kristen’s steadfast commitment to the rules clashes—and ultimately strengthens—her growing affection for a renegade whose seductive strength and haunting past threaten both their futures. Pat Van Wie blends passion and peril with a hopeful narrative that celebrates the unexpected treasure of love forged in adversity.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Pat Van Wie
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