Dangerous Interlude — Emily Elliott

As a police investigator and forensic chemist, Amanda Blakeman had seen her share of danger and excitement. But she'd never known anyone quite like Jack Vance, the daring homicide officer who'd put the San Antonio SWAT Team on the map. Jack's life-style gave a new meaning to the word danger -- and his addiction didn't stop when he took off his badge. Amanda had fallen for a sweet, crazy man who'd set her heart racing -- a daredevil stock-car racer, sky diver, and rodeo rider who'd do anything -- and everything -- for a thrill. Amanda was more than ready to take a chance on love, but what could the future hold if she loved a man who thought nothing of gambling with his life?