Guatemala—a country rife with civil unrest, human and narco-trafficking, and looters of antiquity is the perfect backdrop for AFRAID TO FALL—a steamy story of romance, adventure, and suspense. Needing a break from both her personal and professional life, forensic anthropologist Ariana Antony makes a spur-of-the-moment decision to join a research expedition in Guatemala’s Petén jungle. Haunted by guilt, Dr. Luca Fierro is still healing from a tragic accident. His life revolves around research, teaching, and triathlons. Until… Ari and Luca first meet. Their attraction is explosive. It is also off-limits. Can Ari lower her defenses and let Luca in? Can Luca heal his deep wounds and explore new territory with Ari? What begins as a scientific adventure turns into a life-and-death struggle for survival, forcing them to explore and confront their demons and desires. *** For Mature Audiences Only ***