Technology capitalist, Lars Elliott, lives on the edge, savoring the adventure of flirting with death. After rescuing a stranger from a hail of bullets, he resists attraction to the dangerous beauty. Determined to learn her secrets, he draws her into his seductive world of risk taking, pushing her sexual limits. As he unravels the mystery surrounding the doctor, he questions the integrity of those close to him. Caught in a web of lies, marine biologist, Dr. Braelynn Rollins never expected to face off with the tempting CEO who's haunted her dreams. Deep undercover, she's committed to revealing clandestine adversaries of the nation and recovering stolen research. Exposed, she's forced to trust the man who has the power to both destroy and save her. Within his arms, she surrenders control to Lars, submitting to desire and exploring her forbidden cravings. Lars and Braelynn heat up southern California as they discover who is friend and who is foe. Spiraling down a journey of lust and revenge, their carnal hunger escalates. As danger and corporate espionage surround them at every turn, Lars must decide if she is as innocent as she claims and if she is worth the rush. Contains mature themes.