A child in jeopardy. A lawman on a mission.

When an intruder attempts to kidnap rancher Mari Lynch’s four-year-old son, she fears it’s connected to her ex-husband’s criminal past. Texas Ranger Sam Hayward’s arrival confirms her worst fears — her ex has escaped prison, making her a target. And when Sam finds a dead body on Mari’s ranch, he suspects the incidents are related. Now Mari must depend on Sam to protect her little boy and catch the culprit. Will they be able to uncover the truth and stay alive, or will they become victims of a deadly conspiracy?

Originally published in 2024