She doesn't want a bodyguard. He doesn't want to attend a Christmas fair. It should make for a memorable holiday.

Finley Dunkley hates flying. And more than that, she hates flying in the window seat. When she asks the stranger beside her to switch, she doesn't expect a blunt dismissal of her request. She also doesn't expect to fall asleep on his shoulder. It's embarrassing, but at least she won't ever see the man again...or so she thinks.

Former Navy SEAL Nixon Reid is accustomed to being obeyed. In his line of work, the difference between following orders and not can mean the difference between life or death. So when his new client challenges him at every step, he has to work hard to remain calm. Walking away isn't an option, not when she has a stalker and Nixon's promised to protect her. To make matters worse, it's almost Christmas. The time of year that incites his worst mood...and his worst memories.

As the days tick by, Finley is more and more at risk, and the couple struggle over their differences. With time running out, they need to find a Christmas stalker before he finds them first, putting a permanent end to Finley and Nixon's fragile truce...and fiery attraction.