Merciless

Can he let down his defenses…when he's set on guarding his heart? Find out in a fan-favorite Long Tall Texans tale from New York Times bestseller Diana Palmer
 
If FBI agent Jon Blackhawk had his way, he would never settle down. Luckily, Jon has help in keeping the women of Jacobsville at a distance, thanks to his efficient assistant, Joceline Perry. But the more he comes to rely on her, the more he notices how invaluable she really is.
 
As a single mother with responsibilities, Joceline is determined to be professional with her attractive boss. But when Jon is accosted by a criminal seeking revenge, she comes to his aid—fueling the spark that is growing between them.
 
But when the smoke clears, will the man who avoided love realize that all he ever needed was right there all along?