by T. M. Polak (Author)
He hides his guilt behind laughter. She hides her fear behind silence. Neither of them can hide from what's coming.
On the surface, Owen Voss has everything-charm, success, and a career co-founding one of the world's leading assistive technology companies. But behind the easy smile is a man unraveling. A devastating security breach. A mother slipping away. And a growing fear that no matter what he builds, it will never be enough.
Then he meets her-the one woman who doesn't fall for his charm.
Adelen Mazao is one of the most sought-after sound engineers in the industry. Talented. Driven. Untouchable. After years of bullying and betrayal, she trusts no one-and she has her reasons. Because the past she tried to escape didn't stay behind.
It followed her.
What starts as a reluctant connection turns into something neither of them expected. But as Owen fights to break through her walls, danger closes in. Break-ins. Threats. A shadow that refuses to let Adelen go.
And when that danger turns deadly, loving her may cost Owen everything.
Now Adelen faces an impossible choice:
Keep running...
Or trust the one man willing to stand between her and the darkness-even if it destroys them both.
A slow-burn romantic suspense filled with emotional depth, found family, and a love that refuses to back down.
Perfect for readers who love:
- Reverse Grumpy x Sunshine
- He Falls First
- Slow Burn Romance
- Stalker / Romantic Suspense
- Found Family
- Protective Hero
- Strong, Guarded Heroine
- Disability Representation
- Forced Proximity (on set)
- Emotional Damage & Healing
Number of Pages: 402
Dimensions: 0.82 x 8 x 5.25 IN
Publication Date: September 28, 2025