Single Parent

"Everyone deserves a chance to be rescued." That's the mantra I'm repeating when a well-equipped biker pulls over to save me. One glance at the scowl Crawford Doxe is wearing proves he isn't impressed with the task. My efforts to change his mind deflate faster than the shredded tire at our feet. But disgruntled or not, my so-called hero still agrees to fix my flat. I don't expect to see Crawford again, but he's suddenly very visible in our small town. Avoiding him would be my preference. That's not how this story goes. For whatever reason, my daughter finds an ally in the broody mechanic. Denying her is something I do my best to avoid. I can only hope Crawford's shine wears off before he tarnishes what little trust still exists. As if the odds are ever on my side. Commitments are a foreign concept to him. He doesn't make any promises to try. That should've been enough for me to steer clear. It most certainly isn't. What follows can only be described as a disastrous clash of epic proportions. But one indisputable fact remains. That lone soul has no plans of opening his heart.

I’m not a knight in shining armor. I’ve built my reputation on Wall Street as someone who keeps his eyes on the prize, takes calculated risks and is always prepared for everything. I was completely unprepared for Heather. When I see her at the bar where I blow off steam after work, I can’t take my eyes off her—or the trouble following her. Instinctively, I step in to protect her. I get more than I bargained for. Heather challenges me and melts under my touch. She's a feisty single mom, and when she introduces me to her daughter, something shifts inside me. But Heather’s had her heart broken before, and my reputation as a player isn’t doing me any favors. But I’m not done proving that I can change. And I’m relentless when I go after what I want. "Oh My, Ryker is my new favorite hero. His ability to be sweet and a dirty talker at the same time was so damn sexy." "This a fantastically fun, flirty and heartfelt story. I'd give this 10 HOT stars if I could."