Glamour and Grit by Kelly Myers

She creates fake monsters for a living. He’s haunted by the ghosts of his past. Together, they must face the worst kind of real-life demon.

In the dazzling world of Hollywood, where illusions rule the screen, Selene Jackson is a rising star special effects makeup artist. But when her delinquent brother arrives with the mafia at her door, her vibrant dreams turn into a waking nightmare. Desperate for protection, she turns to an elite private security team.
Dane Vaughn, a brooding former SEAL sniper, wants nothing to do with Platinum Security. Haunted by a past mistake, he’s reluctant to re-enter a protector role but can’t ignore the spark that ignites between him and Selene the moment they meet. Tasked with safeguarding Selene and rescuing her brother, Dane finds himself drawn into a web of deception, danger, and undeniable attraction.
As the tension mounts, Selene and Dane navigate their haunted pasts, finding solace in each other’s arms amidst the chaos. But when Selene is kidnapped by the same mafia that has her brother, Dane must confront his fears and push beyond his limits. With time running out, he races against the clock to save her, battling not only the criminals but also the shadows of his own guilt.

Will Selene’s determination and Dane’s fierce protection be enough to break free from the chains of the past?