Jace Carter is the Vice President of the notorious Devious Men. Hardened by war and bound by loyalty, he’s a man used to fighting battles — on the streets, in the club, and inside his own head. But when a Canadian gang threatens to take over their territory, the fight becomes more dangerous than ever. Caught in the crossfire is Emma Calloway, Willow Point’s witty town librarian, and her sweet seven-year-old son, Dawson. Emma came to this quiet border town for a reason, hoping to outrun a past that still haunts her. What she never expected was Jace — the dangerous man who feels like the answer to a secret longing she’s never dared to admit. As rival gangs close in, Jace will have to decide if he can protect the woman and child who’ve become his weakness — and Emma must face whether she can trust a man born of violence to keep her safe. Together, they’ll learn that in Willow Point, survival isn’t just about strength… it’s about surrendering to the kind of love that can burn you alive.