When you play hard, sometimes you fall hard . . . Moving to Haven had saved Renard’s life. He wasn’t perfect. Far from it. He was a surly, sarcastic teddy bear. With a slight sadistic streak. And a large protective side when he cared about someone. Which didn’t happen very often. Opal was loud, loyal, and brave. She knew she wasn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but she didn’t care. After moving to Haven, she joined the local club. But no one interested her as much as grouchy, gorgeous Renard. Renard has plans. And they don’t include getting involved with anyone. However, he can’t seem to get her out of his mind. When her past returns to haunt her . . . Renard soon figures out that he will do anything to protect the woman he loves.