Convicted of treason and murder "The Hawk," once a celebrated Elite Operative for Andor, is now a fugitive. He escapes a death sentence, only to find himself still paying the price five annual-cycles later. Forced to complete one last mission for the man who engineered his escape, Hawk becomes Chief of Security on SEA Lab. He arrives at the underwater research facility determined to clear his name and find true freedom. Little does he know he will unlock the secrets of his past and find the one woman who can save his soul and mend his heart. Determined to find the cure to Genesis Disorder and save her parents' lives, Researcher and Delphin trainer, Kylie Beryl crashes into the Agor Sea, waking to the sight of Brice Saxon, SEA Lab's Chief of Security, and the most devastatingly handsome man she has ever seen. Forbidden to life-mate because of her inherited DNA, Kylie finds her attraction to Bryce most distracting. Bryce*s dark side frightens her, yet the Delphins trust him, and the graceful mammals are never wrong. As plots of intrigue and betrayal unravel, Kylie learns Bryce Saxon is "The Hawk," the most wanted fugitive in the galaxy, yet his sensual kisses and strong arms show her a lasting love she never dreamed possible.