Alex Hall was everything Lily Carson had ever wanted in a man, if only he’d see her as more than his best friend’s little sister. Lily Carson was off limits. Not only had he sworn he’d protect her in her brother’s absence, but Alex could never guarantee his violent past wouldn’t resurface and endanger those he loved. Forced into the illegal fighting ring at sixteen, Alex’s past is littered with violence and fear. It's a far cry from the life of small town pastor he’s led for years, his name even changed to distance from the man he used to be. He promised Lily’s brother he’d protect her in his absence, but he can’t deny the feelings he’s developed. And when men he prayed he’d never see again show up on their doorstep, Alex must reckon with his past if Lily is to be part of his future.