Derek Mills

Congratulations, you matched with Derek Mills. Patient, protective, and observant—and exactly what you need when you least expect it.

You met him once, years ago, on a night that belonged to someone else. But he never forgot your face.

 

He has striking hazel eyes, unruly dark waves that always look a little messy, and a frame built from running his own Queens gym. When he's not teaching self-defense classes, his sharp, athletic edge is softened by an easy laugh and a puppy named Maisie who completely runs his life.

 

With Derek, you're getting a man who waits. He asks before he touches you, then asks again. He's easygoing right up until someone threatens you. But Derek won't swoop in to play the savior. He’ll put the tools in your hands, stand back while you save yourself, and be waiting for the moment you need him.

 

Tropes:

 

☑️ A sleeping with the enemy retelling

☑️ Cinnamon roll hero

☑️ Girl on the run

☑️ Empowerment

☑️ He falls first—and harder

☑️ Guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat