Sky's life is a mess, and Bones is tempted to make it a little messier. In a small town, Sky keeps his ex's shabby motel up and running. Sky doesn't have much of a choice. He has a baby to raise and wants both himself and Michael present in her life. They may not agree on much, but Susie's safety is a top priority they both share. So when a hired hitman shows up at the motel, looking for someone in town, Sky's hackles raise, but so does his heart rate.This tatted, masked, leather-clad hunk is a smoldering presence, the embodiment of danger. He's cold, he's mean, and dammit, he's handsome. Sky should stay away, but deep down, he knows there's something softer beneath Bones' rough exterior, and he's going to push all of his buttons until his outer shell cracks, revealing the fierce protector Bones truly is.Bones is a ruthless outlaw who never misses his targets. He's sharp and focused until he meets a distractingly sexy motel receptionist. That pretty boy makes him want to linger around town for just a little bit longer. Bones tells himself he's just taking his time looking for his target, but the way his dusty old heart beats for Sky tells him otherwise. But Bones will never admit that. It's best if everyone fears him as they should. Even snarky guys who amusingly think their doe eyes can be intimidating. Sky&Bones features high angst, a crime mystery, a handsome temptation, a jealous ex, mutual yearning, steamy romance, and a town with a past. This novella is intended for readers 18+