Sterling "Hammer' Anderson has just landed in Texas after attending Saint and Harper's wedding in London. He was a bit surprised to see a text from Kellen “Money” McTiernan since they had been on the same flight to DC. Apparently, something urgent has come up and even though he really wanted sleep he made the call.
Money's half-sister Maeve is in trouble and needs a lawyer in a hurry. She's a lot younger than Money, is beautiful, smart and wealthy to boot. All things that can complicate things for her.
When Hammer calls Mac MacIver, the sheriff, he finds the charge to be attempted murder, but Maeve also has bench warrants and other things outstanding. Not helping is the victim is the sheriff's brother, Bobby. All of this stems from Maeve making an offer to buy the bar. Now why she wants a bar in Texas is anyone's guess and Money has tried to discourage the purchase. Money also told him she has an aversion to the words no and don't. If you use them with her, she will do the opposite every time.
Hammer manages to get Maeve out of jail on a writ bond, which means both his money and reputation are on the line if she flees.
His ranch manger, Zane “Rip” Kailor also works for the Invincibles but on a part-time basis, Hammer lets him know about Maeve's situation since it's possible to be called away for something else and she can't be left alone.
There's also the attraction between them that hovers close in all their scenes together. There's also a lot more to Maeve buying that bar than meets the eye.
First the attempted murder charge needs to be resolved as does the other older charges against her. The judge while not lenient appears fair, although the community service hours seem a bit much. The judgement that the writ stays in place is something neither of them expected.
It takes a while but once Maeve opens up about the true reason she wants the bar. That reason is downright scary and dangerous. Although she doesn't say exactly what the person stole from her, his affiliation with the Aryan Brotherhood of Texas makes things complicated.
All through this, the attraction between Maeve and Hammer accelerates. There's also an interesting twist in all this as an Invicibles case intertwines with it.
I couldn't put this book down, there are twists, turns, romance, and so much more jumping off the pages.
I can't wait for the next book in this series.