Mountain of Courage — Kes Hogan

Garrett Thornton's sister, Gina, and her best friend, Cally Edmonds, were kidnapped by a serial killer as teenagers. Gina was murdered but Cally escaped. Garrett has blamed her ever since for leaving Gina behind. Now six years later, florist owner Cally is being threatened by a stalker. Frank “Sully” Sullivan, the cop that worked Gina and Cally's case, calls Garrett in to protect Cally. Reluctantly, Garrett agrees. As a teenager, Cally had a major crush on Garrett. After her ordeal, Cally doesn't trust any man. Being in close quarters twenty-four hours a day, Garrett soon appreciates Cally's courage and strength, and Cally opens her heart to love. As the two become intimate, Cally's stalker closes in. Can Garrett protect Cally before he loses a love he never dreamed of having?