Denial of the Heart: A Crystal Lake Novel (Crystal Lake Secrets – A Small-Town Romance Series)

She wanted more. He wanted her hidden.

Luke Bennett only ever wanted her in private. And Grace Hart told herself it was enough.

Until it wasn’t.

When Grace dares to ask for more and Luke rejects her, she walks away with what dignity she has left. But Luke isn't prepared for how easily Grace lets go—or how much he hates that she doesn't look back.

Now, as danger closes in and Grace becomes a target, Luke has to protect the woman he callously pushed away—the woman he loves.

Hiding her was the mistake. Claiming her is the only way forward.