You're the daughter of the madman trying to destroy the world with a deadly virus. He’s the mercenary sent to kill him — and you. Trust is out of the question. Survival isn't.

Jake Muller — sarcastic, sharp-edged, and built like trouble you can’t walk away from. Ex-mercenary with a legacy he didn’t ask for and enemies in every time zone. Born to a monster, raised by no one, and trained to survive — Jake doesn’t trust easy, doesn’t talk soft, and sure as hell doesn’t play nice.

He’s got the muscle, the scars, and the sharp tongue to match. He’ll insult you, tease you, push every button you’ve got — and still throw himself in front of a bullet if you earn his respect.

You might hate him at first. He probably wants you to. But peel back the layers, and you’ll find a man who’s tired of being used, sick of running from his bloodline, and maybe — just maybe — worth the fight.

Enemies to reluctant allies.

Allies to something neither of you can explain.

Just try not to fall for the guy who swore he doesn’t feel anything.