Heart of a Russian Bear Dog — M.L. Buchman / Matthew Lieber Buchman

Alex Warren and his Russian bear dog Valentin arrive in Washington, DC to join the Secret Service Uniformed Division. A boss who hates him on sight rapidly becomes the least of his problems. Tanya Larina, Assistant Foreign Minister for Ukraine, has dedicated her life to maneuvering the Russians back out of Crimea. She has come to DC to sign a treaty with the American President as the first step in a long campaign. When Alex pulls protection detail for Tanya, it's Valentin the bear dog who falls tail over paws in love with her on first sight. Can he convince Alex to follow his lead? (previously appeared in anthology: Cupid to the Rescue)