Owen Taylor lost everything in Iraq—his best friend, his faith in humanity, and his leg.Haunted by the past, unwilling to accept the future, he takes an IT job with the Advanced Protection & Planning Service (APPS). Former chef turned APPS office manager Lainey Jackson discovers a connection with Owen—a shared love of great food and beer. Terrified by his attraction to her, Owen shuts down, leaving Lainey wondering if she’ll ever have a normal relationship again.By the time he can admit his feelings, he must step in when the dangerous secret she’s been running from catches up with her.