Wounded Hearts by Maddie Wade

Fortis operative Drew Preedy had been told he wasn’t good enough all his life, and he’d battled to overcome the odds and create a new life for himself—a life he loves. When someone from his past threatens to destroy that life, Drew knows he needs to fight the odds once more. When he uncovers a secret that tears him to shreds, he will stop at nothing to protect what is his, even if it means dying to protect the woman he loves.

Mara always thought she was a normal, average woman. She had a job she loved and friends she adored until she met a man who would change everything. He dragged her down into the depths of despair, surrounding her until she had no way out, and her spirit died more with every breath she took until she was ready to give up hope.

Then she met a wounded warrior who showed her what true love was but even he couldn’t stop the evil from dragging her back to hell. Now she has one last chance to escape and she takes it. Accepting the hand of friendship and the future that Drew offers her is a risk, but it’s one she knows she has to take.

Drew and Mara must find a way to let go of past hurts if they are to forge a future for themselves. With a dangerous enemy lurking in wait and ready to unleash a plan that could kill millions, they will have to fight harder than ever before if they want to survive long enough to see if their love has a chance.