Ancient Passages- Afraid to Love

Betrayal. Intrigue. A desperate mission and a love neither of them sees coming.She's the woman he needs most.Gianna Zichella has always had a bright and secure future, next in line to lead her family's business. A little flirting with her newest, ruggedly handsome client seems harmless enough-until a stranger contacts her and her life begins to unravel. Gia will stop at nothing to protect her family and the legacy they've built.He's the man she can trust with every fiber of her being.Former SEAL Booth Merrick prides himself on being the consummate security professional. Sent to Italy on assignment, he never intended to get personally involved. He does women, not relationships. That is, until he meets the beautiful and captivating Gia-and protecting her becomes far more personal than he ever planned.Where danger and desire collide, love becomes the most dangerous risk of all.