us Jacob Black, of Black, Inc., in the celebrated Women of Midnight series. Now it's time for Jacob to step to the fore, in the first installment of a scorching, heart-pounding all-new series from Lisa Marie Rice-Black, Inc.

Years ago, he abandoned her, shattering her heart...

Alexandra Hethering lost her best friend, the boy she loved, at the lowest point in her life. Since then she's forged a new life for herself as a top-tier scientist at the CDC. Yet her lost love haunts her dreams.

Now, eighteen years later, she's facing down a world-wide threat that could kill billions. She needs help-expert, fearless, powerful help.

He'll never leave her side again...

Jacob Black was a decorated soldier, then created a world famous security company. He is powerful and feared, but he has a single weak spot-the beautiful, brilliant girl he had to leave behind. Now Alex is in danger-the kind that could get her killed.

Not happening. Not on his watch. He'll keep her safe at any cost...