Promised to a Texas rancher, Olivia Benson leaves New York behind, embarking on a perilous journey west with her sister—and a heart full of courage and doubt. But when her rugged escort turns out to be more than just a guide, Olivia’s carefully guarded heart begins to waver.

Wesley Morgan has spent years outrunning his past, but escorting his mentor’s fiery bride-to-be proves a challenge he didn’t anticipate. As his growing feelings for Olivia clash with the dangers closing in, Wesley must decide if protecting her is worth risking everything—including his heart.

As their journey across the untamed frontier forces them closer together, Olivia and Wesley must confront not only the dangers of the trail but also the truths they’ve been avoiding. When the secrets of Wesley’s past collide with Olivia’s future, will love be enough to bridge the divide—or will they be torn apart forever?

My glittering career as a TV detective implodes when I am suddenly blacklisted from Hollywood.
Desperate for a fresh start, I return to Pinecrest, Montana, where my late father’s detective agency barely survives under the management of my childhood crush, Lincoln Suco.

Lincoln and I form an uneasy alliance when a baffling case falls into our laps.
“Just Partners,” we agree, ignoring the sparks between us.

But as we dive into a world of small-town secrets and unexpected dangers, maintaining professional boundaries proves harder than cracking the case. The years between us seem to vanish, and I can see Lincoln struggling to keep things strictly business with us.