Rocky Ground — Wendy Smith

Jessie Lane's career is in trouble. Her reputation for being difficult to work with is costing her roles, and now someone's making threats against her life. Shane Johnson has tried to retire from security work. But when Jessie's manager makes him an offer he can't refuse, he takes on the protection of the auburn haired spitfire. She thinks he's a Neanderthal. He thinks she's a spoiled Hollywood princess. It's a rocky road to true love. But when Jessie opens up about her dark past, Shane knows he has to do everything to help her achieve her dreams. Even if it means letting her go. Content warning on copyright page