High Card — Laurie Ryan

The journey to reclaim love, a second chance romance.Raised by nannies in the shadow of his family's fortune, billionaire Xander Hawking yearns for a family of his own. He's found love with in the capable and captivating Danni Smith, the reticent CFO who has been his rock at the helm of their wireless internet startup. Eager to begin their lives together and with the perfect proposal planned, Xander is certain that his dreams of a future together are just a yes away.But Danni has sworn off marriage, haunted by a past she keeps buried deep. Her heart belongs to Xander, yet the thought of a wedding brings back fears she can't face. Torn between the desire to be with him and the dread that commitment will be her undoing, Danni fights to maintain a careful balance in their relationship.When Xander finally proposes, Danni's world shatters. Consumed by fear and remorse, she does the only thing she can think of: she runs.Xander is shattered, but refuses to give up. He's determined to win back the woman he loves no matter the cost.