He'd give his life to protect her...but he'll demand everything from her in return. Madison Archer-Pershing fled her murderous, soon-to-be ex-husband, running straight to operative Matt Montgomery, despite the fact he once broke her heart. Under his protection and in his arms, she can't help but fall for him again. Then her husband discovers them together and coerces her back to his glittering, dangerous world of politics, greed, and deception. But Madison knows his deepest secrets...just like she knows he'll try to silence her forever. Matt knows he's bad for good-girl Madison. He's too rough, too commanding, but he can't resist the woman who still owns his heart. Though he's determined to keep her safe at any cost...he can't protect her from his own dark desires. As she melts in his embrace, shocking revelations rock them. Peril lurks around every corner. And when he's confronted with the most wrenching decision of his life, will he rip out his heart to save her or risk everything to claim her forever? **Wicked and Bare is part of the Wicked Lovers: Soldiers for Hire romantic suspense series. Stories in this series are told in a duet of two full-length novels. Each duet can be read as a standalone. Includes strong language, sexy times, alpha male attitude, and a guaranteed happily ever after. Enjoy!** What's included? Alpha hero Angst BD$M Bodyguard Danger Dominant Forbidden love Obsessed hero Protector Second-chance romance Security team.