Fighting is the only way to survive. Single mom Ruby Lewis dreamed of becoming a ballerina. Instead of performing for the rich and famous, she's swinging her fists at girls twice her size in filthy underground fights. Begging for her next meal, she often thinks of the only boy she ever cared about. But when he shows up at one of her fights, she's not ready to run into his arms. Instead, she's ready to go five rounds with him in the ring. Hoping to sign with one of the biggest boxing promoters in the country, Kross Maxwell must maintain a near-perfect record. He can't afford to lose any more bouts, but his head isn't in the ring. To get back in the game, he goes in search of the girl he walked away from, the one who still owns his heart. As Kross struggles for Ruby's attention, and Ruby strives to get her daughter out of foster care, they both must let go of the past if they want any chance to build a family. This book can be read as a stand-alone. For a better reading experience, it's recommended to start with the first book in the series, Dare to Kiss. Intended for adult audiences.