'Vivid and charming.' —CHARLAINE HARRIS, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author

He's always been a haven: For the lost. The sick. The injured.

But when a hunted woman takes shelter in his arms, this gentle giant swears he'll do more than heal her battered spirit—he'll defend her with his life.

K9 Officer Otto Gunnersen always had a soft spot for anyone in need. As Monroe's very own Dr. Doolittle, he dedicates himself to rehabilitating the injured souls that cross his path—but for all his big heart, he's never been in love.

Until he meets Sarah Clifton's haunted eyes. Until he realizes he'll do anything to save her.

All Sarah wants is to escape a life caught between ambitious crime families, but there's no outrunning her past. Her power-mad brother would hunt her to the ends of the earth…but he'd never expect Sarah to fight back. With Otto and the whole of Monroe, Colorado by her side, Sarah's finally ready to face whatever comes her way.

It's time to take a stand.

'Gripping suspense, unique heroines, sexy heroes.' —CHRISTINE FEEHAN, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author

Rocky Mountain K-9 Unit Series:

Run to Ground (Book 1)

On the Chase (Book 2)

Survive the Night (Book 3)

Through the Fire (Book 4)

What People Are Saying About Romantic Suspense by Katie Ruggle:

'I love Ruggle's characters. They're sharply drawn, and vividly alive. I'm happy when they find each other. These are wonderful escapist books.' —CHARLAINE HARRIS, #1 New York Times Bestselling author

'Sexy and suspenseful, I couldn't turn the pages fast enough.' —JULIE ANN WALKER, New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author for Hold Your Breath

'Chills and thrills and a sexy slow-burning romance from a terrific new voice.' —D.D. AYRES, author of the K-9 Rescue Series for Hold Your Breath