{"product_id":"second-dare-odell-9798266509986","title":"Second: Intergalactic Warriors, Book 2","description":"\u003ci\u003eA bond they didn't choose. A love they can't deny.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eZar'Ryn, a powerful and solitary Intergalactic Warrior, has always lived by the code: no attachments, no emotions, no exceptions. But when he's sent to rescue a group of human captives from the vicious Marauders, his mission takes an unexpected turn. Among them is Elara-a brilliant, fiercely determined scientist who challenges his stoic nature at every step. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFrom the moment they meet, Zar'Ryn feels an inexplicable pull toward her, a connection that defies logic and his warrior training. For Elara, the attraction is equally unsettling-Zar'Ryn's commanding presence ignites a yearning she doesn't understand, even as she fights to protect the other women. But when a mysterious artifact binds their fates, their connection becomes undeniable. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAs their bond grows, so does the danger. The Marauders, controlled by a shadowy syndicate, are hunting Elara and Zar'Ryn for reasons neither fully understands. To survive, they must navigate the perilous depths of space, trust in one another, and confront a love that threatens to consume them both. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBut with a galaxy conspiring to tear them apart, will their fragile bond be enough to save them-or will it doom them forever? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSecond\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e is a sweeping science fiction romance filled with forbidden passion, heart-pounding action, and a love strong enough to defy the stars themselves. Perfect for readers of steamy fast burns, fierce heroines, and brooding warriors who fall hard. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eUSA Today\u003c\/i\u003e Bestselling author, writing as \u003cb\u003eDare O'Dell\u003c\/b\u003e, has published more than 70 novels and has received an impressive eleven nominations for the romance industry's most prestigious award, Romance Writers of America RITA(c) Award. Dare lives in Charlotte, NC and spends her days obsessively writing while surrounded by her adorable husband, busy children, even busier grandchildren, two Teddy Bear puppies, and a whole lot of dust!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Dare O'Dell\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798266509986\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/21\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 316\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.69lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.66d","brand":"Dare O'Dell","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48454252593407,"sku":"9798266509986","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_821dd313-91fd-449e-a415-57ea58d7ffcf.jpg?v=1777305096","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/second-dare-odell-9798266509986","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}