Just One Embrace — Lara Santiago

Crag of Tiburon exiles himself on Earth, guilt-ridden after losing his life partner in a tragic accident. One night, he steps in to aid a distressed Ellie Granger. Daring to take a chance once in her life with a fascinating stranger, Ellie requests one night with Crag, resulting in an evening of incredible passion. They part reluctantly even as they both acknowledge the relationship can't be permanent. They keep their reason a secret from each other. However, fate delivers a surprise. Now, they must find a way to come together, either on Earth or Tiburon, even as treachery abounds and proof of a noble birth is required for their future. Will Crag give up his sworn duty as Tiburon's Commander for one puny earthling whom he loves more than life itself? Can Ellie relinquish a life she has fought for so valiantly to love her perfect soul mate?