He's a lawman. She's a criminal's daughter. But they have two things in common—a child, and a desire for justice . . . Bound to protect and serve, sheriff Billy Reed has tried to let his career be enough. But he could never forget Mara Copeland, the woman who left their Alabama town without a goodbye and hurt him without warning. Now she's back with criminals on her trail and a child in her arms. His child . . . Mara didn't trust the future she and Billy could've had. He's a lawman and she was born into a world of ruthless criminals. Still, he's the man she can turn to. He'll do anything to protect their daughter, but will love be reason enough to forgive Mara and bring their family back together?