Protecting Her Heart

Best friends. New feelings. What's a guy to do?

Officer Javier Gonzales has always been a no-nonsense cop, watching over McCormick's Creek on duty and off. His bravery falters, though, when it comes to telling Shauna that his feelings aren't so platonic anymore.

Warm-hearted, fun-loving Shauna Hart spends her mornings making cappucinos and her afternoons mentoring at-risk teens. She's given up on finding love in her small town, and Javi's almost-kiss leaves her surprised and confused.

When a troubled teen puts Javi and Shauna on opposite sides of the law, will conflicting beliefs ruin any hope of love?