A scarred alien warrior. A fragile human woman. Too many secrets.

Growing up in the slums of Kaisar, Vorkan learned to fight for what he wanted. As an Imperial warrior, he learned the importance of honor and duty. But when they rescue a delicate human female, he knows she is destined to be his. He will do anything to protect her, even if it means forsaking his new life and becoming an outcast once more.

Tammy's faith in the goodness of others is shattered when she is kidnapped by aliens, but at least her best friend is by her side. When they are rescued by an Imperial ship, the big, scarred warrior who watches over her makes her feel safe again. Until he steals her away from the ship, her friend, and the new life they have been promised…

How can she trust him after such an act of betrayal? And what will happen when he learns all of her secrets?