A wounded hero. The woman who can heal his pain. And a second chance for both of them. Alia Drake loves her new job at the R&R veterans retreat. But there are certain lines a physical therapist can’t cross, and she’s face to face with one. Her newest patient is Nate Riordan. Alia and Nate have a history—and not one she’s proud of. Alia knows she has to ignore her feelings for Nate and keep her hands on the parts of him she’s treating. Besides, she long ago gave up any claim she could have to his heart. Nate craves Alia’s touch, and not just the professional version. But he needs to keep his eyes on the prize and his feet firmly on the path he’s chosen: His Army buddy died on his watch, and Nate has promises to keep. His intense attraction to Alia—and the things she makes him want—have no part in his mission. Or so he tells himself, until his willpower knuckles under to the hottest temptation he’s ever faced.… “Sweet, realistic and sexy as hell . . . I inhaled this book on a wet Sunday afternoon, and it was time well spent! Serena Bell writes some seriously smart, funny and sexy stories. They always hit you right in the gut.”—I Love Romantic Fiction “The story was intense, passionate, thought-provoking, heartbreaking, and gave me a true glimpse of what life is like for soldiers returning home … Definitely a series everyone should add to the top of their reading lists, it is sure to satisfy all of your reading needs and then some!!”—Reds Romance Reviews “Can’t Hold Back is a steamy romance, but it’s also so much more. You can’t help but love Alia and Nate and their journey together …. I love it when authors really make me feel something and when I end up sad a book is over.” —The Book Dutchesses “Oh my goodness—there wasn’t much I didn’t love about this book. It was sweet, it was steamy, and it was filled with angst. … The writing was fabulous and the story line was entertaining. I love this series. Serena always delivers the best romantic yet steamy reads!”—Avid Reader “With deceit and forgiveness, pain and addiction, healing and a second chance at love, Can’t Hold Back has it all. You do not want to miss this sexy story of a soldier coming home.”—Wendy S. Marcus, award-winning author of All I Need Is You

When Dorcas Otero’s sister goes missing, and all signs point to foul play, she’s forced to turn to security specialist Nate Flint for help. The sexy man has all the right skills…and a smile that can turn almost any no into a yes. But he’s also on her don’t-touch list, because she doesn’t have time in her life for a man who likes to hit it and quit it. There’s more to Nate than meets the eye, though he prefers to hide it behind a veneer of smooth-talking charm. He can have any woman…except for Dorcas, the sexy Latina he really wants. But when she’s threatened, he knows it’s time to strip away the bad boy image and show her just how much she means to him. He’s been trained to handle almost any situation and will do anything to keep her safe, but the hardest part might be convincing her that she was always meant to be his. *Please note: when the clothes come off, the bedroom door stays open. Also, characters use profanity, because sometimes, “gosh darn it, you big meany-head” just doesn’t cut it. --- Read what others are saying about Lori Sjoberg’s Novels: "A highly enjoyable, intelligently written story." — New York Journal of Books on Grave Intentions "A fun and satisfying read for fans of paranormal and supernatural romance." — Library Journal on Grave Destinations --- Read the entire Six Points Security series! Trouble in a Tight Dress Danger in a Dive Bar Indecent Obsession Can’t Hold Back Beyond the Breaking Point Deadly Deception --- Topics: Southern alphas, Six Points Security, romantic suspense series, feisty heroine, protector, hot sexy read, fun read, action romance, military, alpha male, family saga, happy ever after, strong heroine, smart heroine, Russian mafia, forbidden love, humor. contemporary romance, military romance, series, mystery, funny romance, modern romance, urban romance, Florida romance, city romance, road trip romance, smart romance, lighthearted romance, hot romance, sexy, heartwarming, heart-warming, family, love, love books, kissing books, emotional journey, contemporary, romance series, long series, long romance series, former military, sassy, strong heroine, captivating romance, hot romance, forbidden love, forbidden desires, sparks, loyalty, swoon, rescue, kidnap, justice, claiming, defending, protect, damsel in distress, drama, action and adventure, action romance, romantic. Other readers of Sjoberg's books enjoyed books by: Riley Edwards, Caitlyn O'Leary, Maryann Jordan, Susan Stoker, Katie Reus, Dale Mayer, Lynn Raye Harris, Cat Johnson, Alexis Abbott, Meli Raine, Nicole Elliot, Lori Ryan, Kristin Ashley, Kris Michaels, Brittney Sahin, Sharon Hamilton, Catherine Cowles, Lexi Blake, Piper Davenport, Leslie North, Morgan James, Stephanie St. Klaire, Abbie Zanders, Lani Lynn Vale, and Kristen Proby.

"Your body's fine the way it is. I love it," he tells me. He loves this embarrassingly chubby body of mine?! He's coming at me with his tongue so impatiently... I had gotten my heart broken in the past because of my chubbiness. I tried to overcome my trauma by looking for marriage, but I ended up getting rejected again for the same reason... I tried to stay positive, but my childhood friend, who happens to be the most popular guy at work, saw right through me. And on top of that, he asked why I couldn't settle for him... What?! He's a lot more muscular now than he was when we were little... Not only do his passionate words make me dizzy, but the way he touches me... No way, I'm gonna cum again?!

"Your body's fine the way it is. I love it," he tells me. He loves this embarrassingly chubby body of mine?! He's coming at me with his tongue so impatiently... I had gotten my heart broken in the past because of my chubbiness. I tried to overcome my trauma by looking for marriage, but I ended up getting rejected again for the same reason... I tried to stay positive, but my childhood friend, who happens to be the most popular guy at work, saw right through me. And on top of that, he asked why I couldn't settle for him... What?! He's a lot more muscular now than he was when we were little... Not only do his passionate words make me dizzy, but the way he touches me... No way, I'm gonna cum again?!

"Your body's fine the way it is. I love it," he tells me. He loves this embarrassingly chubby body of mine?! He's coming at me with his tongue so impatiently... I had gotten my heart broken in the past because of my chubbiness. I tried to overcome my trauma by looking for marriage, but I ended up getting rejected again for the same reason... I tried to stay positive, but my childhood friend, who happens to be the most popular guy at work, saw right through me. And on top of that, he asked why I couldn't settle for him... What?! He's a lot more muscular now than he was when we were little... Not only do his passionate words make me dizzy, but the way he touches me... No way, I'm gonna cum again?!

"Your body's fine the way it is. I love it," he tells me. He loves this embarrassingly chubby body of mine?! He's coming at me with his tongue so impatiently... I had gotten my heart broken in the past because of my chubbiness. I tried to overcome my trauma by looking for marriage, but I ended up getting rejected again for the same reason... I tried to stay positive, but my childhood friend, who happens to be the most popular guy at work, saw right through me. And on top of that, he asked why I couldn't settle for him... What?! He's a lot more muscular now than he was when we were little... Not only do his passionate words make me dizzy, but the way he touches me... No way, I'm gonna cum again?!

"Your body's fine the way it is. I love it," he tells me. He loves this embarrassingly chubby body of mine?! He's coming at me with his tongue so impatiently... I had gotten my heart broken in the past because of my chubbiness. I tried to overcome my trauma by looking for marriage, but I ended up getting rejected again for the same reason... I tried to stay positive, but my childhood friend, who happens to be the most popular guy at work, saw right through me. And on top of that, he asked why I couldn't settle for him... What?! He's a lot more muscular now than he was when we were little... Not only do his passionate words make me dizzy, but the way he touches me... No way, I'm gonna cum again?!