What I Should Have Known

One shot could change everything—even their chance at love. Following a funeral, Navy SEAL operator Bernie Phillips finds himself in a small town filled with gossip and traditions he doesn't understand. Battling survivor's guilt, he throws himself into reckless adventures, but nothing prepares him for the fiery, curvy cowgirl he accidentally hit with a bottle cap a week earlier. Despite her clear disinterest and the fact that he never thought he'd see her again, Bernie can't get her out of his mind. What starts as a distraction turns into something far more dangerous—real feelings. Katalina Fisher has always followed the path her parents laid out for her, even if it means marrying a man she doesn't love. But when Bernie shows up, her carefully planned life is turned upside down. His relentless attention and her own growing attraction awaken a desire she's never allowed herself to feel—the freedom to choose her own future. Romantic feelings, even love, may not be enough when a single shot changes the trajectory of their future. Cattle drives, branding day, rodeos, and bucking broncs are the least of their concerns as a life-threatening situation comes into play. Now, it's not just their relationship on the line—it's Bernie's chance at redemption. Book three of five in the series, but can be enjoyed as a standalone!