Newly returned from his third deployment, Colton Colmenares is determined to build his ranch into a success, even if it means taking a temporary job to earn a nest egg. He just doesn't count on being bowled over by his fellow ranch hand; a prickly, standoffish cowgirl who goes by "Alcatraz". Anna learned long ago that she can't trust big men—or big dogs, for that matter. And not only is Colt twice her size, but he's got a pet who could bite her in half if it wanted. How is a woman of her stature supposed to protect herself against someone like Colt, if he tried to hurt her? Nope, she doesn't want anything to do with either of them. So then why is her heart—and her body—telling a different tale? And why does she get the feeling that, despite his size, she might be able to perhaps, maybe, possibly...trust him? He might be a good man, but is Colt big enough to protect her when her past catches up to them?