Introduction: Branded Sanctuary (Nature of Desire #7) Chloe has always been a creature of joy and laughter. Since a brutal attack nearly a year ago, the trauma she experienced has gotten worse. She has started hiding from her life, even putting up walls between herself and those she cares about most. During a panic attack one night, she impulsively calls a number that she鈥檚 had for many months. Chloe met Brendan at her boss鈥檚 wedding. With confidence and seduction, he easily steps into the role of helping her manage her fear. By the end of the long call, they鈥檝e indulged in some serious flirtation and mind-blowing phone sex鈥攁nd she鈥檚 feeling things she鈥檚 buried for too long. The problem is that Brendan is the perfect male submissive鈥攁nd Chloe isn鈥檛 wired for the D/s lifestyle. While their attraction is undeniable, Chloe doesn鈥檛 know if she can be everything Brendan needs. As a submissive, Brendan would never ask her to be something she鈥檚 not鈥攅ven if it will break both of their hearts to turn away from how they feel about each other....