Control. For Nathan Alexander it's not an option. It's a way of life. By day, he goes one-on-one with the world of corporate law. But, when the suit comes off and the gloves go on, he finds his passion is teaching others to defend themselves. His life was purposefully methodical. Completely under control. Just the way he likes it. Until Emma McClain stumbles into his gym. Battered. Broken. And utterly breathtaking. After his last relationship, Alex swore he'd never give another woman the power to hurt him. But with her unforgettable smile and killer legs, Emma has him fighting for control. Will he be able to save her before it's too late? Or will an unexpected revelation cost them both the ultimate price? **Author's note: Contains intense and emotional depictions of abuse. Please do not read lightly. P.S. No pets were harmed in the making of this book.