Can an alien brawler and a gentle scientist stop arguing long enough to kiss?Jalok might have a teeny bit of an anger management problem.But that's alright. He's here for the battle.Xathi, walking trees, rioting mobs.He's ready to fight against anything, no matter the consequences.Until suddenly, he has someone to fight for.Dottie loves her quiet life in Kaster.She has friends, her great-great-something grandfather's bicycle.A killer recipe for chili chocolate brownies.And a new best friend who happens to be a planet-sized plant. Entity.Whatever.When Jalok is assigned to protect her, sparks fly.He can protect her from anything.But will they be safe from each other? Jalok is the fourteenth book in the Conquered World science fiction romance series. Each book features the romance of a new couple, with alpha male alien warriors and women who don't put up with their nonsense. No cheating, no cliffhangers, HEA guaranteed!