Gayle Chambers always dreamed of studying alien life. But now that she's on a sand-blasted desert planet, the dream seems more like a nightmare. Dangerous, corrupt officials would just as soon see her dead as allow her research come to light. If that's not bad enough, her bodyguard turns out to be her ex-husband who broke her heart and trust when he chose Cyborg Force over her. She's never forgotten or forgiven the rejection. Now she's stuck with him while she investigates the secrets of an alien intelligence. Will she be able to complete her mission or will her life and heart come under siege? As a young man, Axel Vander had wanted to become a cyborg and save the world. Then he met and married the love of his life, the brilliant, ambitious Dr. Gayle Chambers. He never fathomed joining C-Force would destroy their marriage. He'd only wanted to become a husband she could proud of. Instead she'd walked out, divorcing him and shattering his heart. He's never gotten over the betrayal, but he'll perform his duty and keep her safe. But how will he protect his wounded heart? Braving fierce dust storms and deadly government machinations, they'll race against the clock to save an alien intelligence. But can Axel and Gayle regain the love they once had before time runs out? is a heart-tugging, steamy, suspenseful book in the Cyborg Force science fiction romance series. If you believe good should triumph over evil, love conquers all, and everyone deserves an HEA, then you'll fall in love with Cara Bristol's futuristic romance.