Sam — Susan Fisher-Davis

Everyone tells Sheriff Sam Garrett to find a good woman and settle down. When he sets his sights on Clifton's veterinarian, he fears she despises him yet he's desired her from the first moment they met. She is quite possibly the only woman in town who isn't attracted to him which might be why he wants her even more. Tessa McGuire has a secret and she fears anyone learning it, especially Sam who she can't seem to resist even though she knows she should. After arresting her for outstanding warrants, desire fuels their mutual needs to the point where neither can resist its pull. Once they start seeing each other, she's happier than she's ever been but knows she should tell him the truth. Tessa wants Sam to be happy, but wanting him for her own is dangerous because her secret could change everything… When her secret comes out, Tessa's life and hopes fall apart, possibly putting everyone around her in danger. What once was a hopeful relationship with Sam comes to a heartbreaking end. Now can she win him back and save what they had?