Trusting Grace

NCIS #12

by Zoe Dawson

A broken analyst. A former SEAL. One chance to uncover the truth and each other.

NCIS cyber specialist Grace Harlan was once the sharpest mind in military intelligence until a drone strike killed her team, left her scarred inside and out, and made her the convenient scapegoat. Exiled to a quiet NCIS facility in Phoenix, she’s been forced into dead-end work while secretly chasing justice. But when an off-the-books, technically illegal investigation opens a door, Grace is pulled into a high-stakes mission and partnered with the last man she expected.

Nashir “Prophet” Rahim doesn’t remember the events that got his team killed. Medically discharged and haunted by blank spots in his memory, he knows only one thing for certain, something went wrong with his black op mission, and the truth is hidden behind encrypted code, classified silence, and strategic lies. Grace is his last resort, her brilliance pitted against all odds, and the only chance he has to uncover what was stolen from him.

She’s there to hack. He’s there to protect her. But the deeper they dig, the more dangerous the system becomes. Someone or something is manipulating the data. Watching them. Hunting them.

What begins as a covert insertion spirals into a deadly conspiracy with an evolving digital enemy… and a bond between Grace and Nash that neither of them saw coming.

The truth is buried. The risk is personal. The cost…is everything.

338 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 23, 2025

About the author

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Zoe Dawson, the author of 40+ books had always dreamed of becoming a full-time romance writer. Her other passions include traveling the world, owning a beach house (she believes she was a mermaid in another life), and seeing her books in movies. When she’s not writing, she’s painting or killing virtual MMORPG monsters in World of Warcraft. She lives in North Carolina with her two grown children and one small, furry gray cat.

Reviews

[Cheryl Casey · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a story about love at first collide. Grace is a computer genius. Nash is a medically discharged Navy Seal. Together they are charged with finding answers to questions that they both desperately need. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. I've never read a book quite like this one. It enters into territory that is both exciting and terrifying at the same time. I absolutely love how the story comes to life. The in-depth look into the emotions and the mind set that Grace and Nash feel for each other and their teams. You can't help but become emotionally involved with them. My favorite part of the story was when "It" told his creator "No" in a very tongue in cheek, graphic language. I really wanted to give my computer a high five! I highly recommend this book and I definitely look forward to it's continuation.

[Debbie Caswell]

Two people both scarred by the loss of their teams Grace Harlan a cyber security specialist who lost her team to a drone strike she has been pushed aside into a dead end job but she is determined to get answers Then we have Nashir “Prophet” Rahim a medically discharged Seal who lost his entire team but who has huge gaping holes in his memories from that mission They will get answers by working together but are continually running into road blacks Who or what is blocking them and when danger closes in can they survive al while handling a growing attraction between them. This is a fast paced story that has you asking what if?? Definitely food for thought bur at the base just a brilliant read that kept me engaged until the last page

[Anne (Izzie) · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG, how does Zoe do it, each of her books grabs you and keeps you immersed until the very last page - and even then leaves you counting the days until the next one is released! This is a really intense read, Grace and Nash are both suffering badly from survivors guilt following the loss of their team mates, and the jobs they loved. They are paired together to investigate a security risk and find themselves in great danger as they start looking for answers. The chemistry between them is off the charts, and their relationship grows as they find out more about what happened and what they are facing. This is an incredible read, fast paced, and full of twists - I can’t recommend it highly enough.

[Arlene M · Rating 5 out of 5]

Grace Harlan is a cyber security specialist.
Nashir Rahim is a former Navy Seal.

Grace and Nash meet when they are paired together on an undercover mission involving the tragedies of there
friend and colleagues.
They keep running into obstacles throughout their work.
The attraction and chemistry is intense, emotional to explosive and off the charts.
Can they complete the mission and survive and have a Happily Ever After?

I am really excited to see what happens next with G and Kento !

This book has suspense , danger , intense emotions.

Great Job Zoe Dawson !!!!

[Alibi · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed Grace and Nash's story, as their love story was consuming and made me eager to finish the book. There was danger and suspense, but I admit the AI component did give me mixed emotions. There are real life concerns I have in that arena, but the way Zoe wrote this aspect was very well done-I do not want to spoil that aspect of the story so I'll leave it at that. I was very pleased with how this story ended, and I am eager to see what is in store as some things continue in the next books of the series.

[JustJeri · Rating 5 out of 5]

Grace and Nash are assigned to work undercover together on a mission involving drama, suspense, intrigue and their growing attraction to each other. Ms Dawson once again creates a gripping story, keeping me glued to the pages, and emotionally involved in their mission, and their romance. She developed a great, realistic couple. I truly enjoyed this story, and continue to enjoy Ms Dawson’s books and her style of writing and creativity. I highly recommend reading this book. I received a complimentary ARC, but I am voluntarily offering my personal opinion.

[Diane · Rating 5 out of 5]

I voluntarily reviewed "TRUSTING GRACE
I loved this story pulled me right into all the emotional drama, high stakes adventure, redemption, danger, deceit, steam, you can't put down.
Nash & Grace take you on quite the journey feelings they never expected, dealing with trust, secrets & scars never believing they'd find each other.
Will Nash & Grace be able to deal with what threatens them its a must read to see what happens.
Zoe Dawson never disappoints this is a oage turner to the end.

[BecReadReview · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow, Zoe reached in & snatched my heart out. Nash & Grace, both absolutely intense & adorable. Their chemistry goes beyond reason & you get lost in their heat that explodes. The pain, guilt & unexplained need to protect & posse just leaves you breathless. Zoe has given G life & you are amazed & intrigued. Raw intensity you will devour!

[Kurtins R · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wow, these 2 are awesome, their story absolutely destroyed me. Nash and Grace are both intense and have lost so much. Their chemistry wicked hot and the heat explodes between them. The pain, guilt and the need to protect just leaves you breathless. This is an in depth look into the emotions and intense feelings that Grace and Nash have for each other and their teams.
Great story

[Shawn Sluder · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent

Zoe's passionate storytelling make for riveting characters. Her characters come to life on the page. This was a particularly exciting storyline with a self actual using AI, a first rate seal and a brilliant hacker. Read this exciting book. You won't be disappointed. Can' t wait for the gravity continuation.