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She escaped the darkness. He became the only man willing to face it for her.
One desperate night changed everything.
At twenty-four, Elena Rostova has spent years trapped in a brutal world she never chose. Forced into prostitution by her own father and made to perform as a dancer in an underground club, every night is a fight to survive. Then one mysterious stranger walks through the doors.
Dr. Julian Vance-a twenty-nine-year-old professor known for his brilliant mind, icy demeanor, and immense wealth-never expected a single night to alter the course of his life. Neither did Elena.
Weeks later, Elena discovers she's pregnant.
Before she can decide what to do, fate intervenes. Her abusive father dies, giving her the first chance at freedom she's ever known. Escaping the criminal world isn't easy, but after risking everything, she rebuilds her life and lands a job at the prestigious university where Julian teaches.
Julian is stunned when he recognizes the quiet new employee-and even more shocked when he learns she's carrying his child.
Determined to protect both mother and baby, Julian refuses to let Elena face the dangers of her past alone. But Elena has spent her entire life fighting for her independence and trusting no one. She won't trade one prison for another, even if it's a luxurious fortress guarded by the man who claims he wants to keep her safe.
As enemies from Elena's past close in and buried scars refuse to heal, two stubborn souls are forced together by a child who binds their destinies. Between obsession and trust, protection and freedom, they must decide whether love can truly be born from the darkest of beginnings-or whether the past will destroy them both.
He was never meant to love her. Now he'll burn the world to protect her.