The Older Brother's Friend Protection (The Hot Friend, #5)

"The taste of him is like fire and whiskey, making me dizzy with need. His strong arms wrap around me, pulling me closer as if he can't get enough."

Melody has always been in love with her brother's best friend Tristan, but she's trapped in a relationship with manipulative Carter a man who holds a dangerous secret over her family. When Tristan witnesses Carter's true colors during a heated altercation, his protective instincts kick in, unleashing feelings he's kept buried for years.

As Melody seeks refuge at Tristan's farmhouse, their attraction ignites into passion that can no longer be denied. But Carter refuses to let go, and what began as emotional manipulation quickly escalates into a dangerous obsession one that threatens everything they hold dear.

In a world where loyalty is tested and secrets have deadly consequences, can Melody find the courage to break free from her past? When Carter shows up at Tristan's door with rage in his eyes and a weapon in his hand, she'll be forced to choose between the safety of silence and fighting for the love she's always wanted.