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Synopsis
Where danger dances on the edge of desire and love comes with a price. Starting over in a small town, in a place Jane's never been, is hard enough without the fact that at her first day in a new gym, she sat on a guy's face. His face . Jane Barlow's life is upended when her father is killed by the cartel he's chasing. To keep her family safe, the FBI suggests moving somewhere new. Roped into a fake relationship that becomes anything but, she gives everything to Griffin, only for him to rip her heart out and then disappear. Griffin Marsh, an almost-retired Navy SEAL (almost being the keyword), finds himself absolutely smitten by the strangest woman he's ever met and fumbles the bag at a very crucial moment. Stubborn as always, Jane refuses to give him the time of day, and he knows it's deserved. When Griffin's military life collides with Jane's personal one, will he be able to make it to her in time to save her life? Will she be able to soften her heart and forgive him---before it's too late? Or will they both be destined to live in what could have been? Please check trigger warnings!
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What I Should Have Said: A Small Town Military Romance: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This adult contemporary romance contains cartel-related violence, life-threatening danger, steamy intimate scenes, and themes of loss and witness protection. Strong language and intense suspense throughout.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, steamy sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include kidnapping, death of parent, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers will enjoy the second-chance romance between a Navy SEAL and a woman in witness protection, with high-stakes action and emotional healing.