Shielding Riley — Susan Stoker

Porter Oz Reed knew better than most how words could hurt just as much as a fist. He never planned on getting married or having kids, but all that changed when his nine-year-old nephew was dropped off on his doorstep.

Riley Rogers is done with men. But her plan to stay single takes a hit when her tall, dark, and very handsome neighbor needs assistance with his nephew.

The relationship-phobic pair team up to make sure Oz's nephew feels safe in his new environment and to protect themselves from someone in the past who isn't happy they seem to be hitting it off so well.

** Shielding Riley is the 4th book in the Delta Team Two Series. Each book is a stand-alone, with no cliffhanger endings.