Ariel's Desire — Aimee Thurlo

She was feisty, divorced, and determined to settle down with her career. Until work marched her into the arms of Major Simon Trent, head of Explosive Ordinance Disposal, who was wary of weddings but ready for romance. Ariel Yarrow had trained a dog to be Simon's partner, and until bonding between man and dog was complete, she'd be at Simon's side. She fought against love, but Simon shocked her senses into acute awareness. His passionate embrace was an emotional minefield. She'd left safety behind... but was she ready to play again--for keeps?