In this forbidden romance from USA TODAY bestselling author Annie West, his protection is essential…and their passion is unstoppable!He’s sworn to keep her safe. She threatens his every barrier! Niall Pedersen is the only person Lola Suarez can turn to when a stalker threatens her. A self-made security tycoon and her brother’s best friend, Niall immediately offers her a hiding place—that turns out to be his private retreat on Australia’s glamorous Gold Coast! Lola may be forbidden, but their sizzling heat incinerates Niall’s resistance. Yet once innocent Lola is sharing his bed, he can’t hide from the truth: she deserves a happily-ever-after. Exactly what Niall, scarred by tragedy, has always vowed he can’t give!From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.