S. E. Smith 
Capture of the Defiance [EPUB ebook] 

In a whirlwind of events, Makayla Summerlin finds herself thrust into a perilous journey when her grandfather, Henry, is abducted along with their vessel, the Defiance.
With trust in short supply, she turns to her only confidant, Brian Jacobs, whose carefully crafted life in Hong Kong is suddenly disrupted by Makayla’s distress call. As they navigate the murky waters of betrayal and danger, old flames reignite between them, adding a layer of complexity to their mission to unravel the mystery behind the kidnapping.
With each step forward, they gather allies in their quest to rescue Henry and uncover the sinister motives lurking in the shadows. But will they decipher the truth in time to save Henry, or will their efforts be in vain as the clock ticks relentlessly?
A NY Times and USA Today bestselling author, the internationally acclaimed S.E. Smith presents a new story with her signature humor and unpredictable twists! Exciting adventure, sweet romance, and iconic characters have won her a legion of fans. Over TWO MILLION books sold!