"Putman's legal expertise shines in this compelling and intricately plotted romantic suspense. Highly recommended!"
—Colleen Coble, USA Today best-selling author

"Cara Putman has once again created an exciting cast of characters. I was immediately drawn in by Janae and Carter's unique chemistry. This is one story you don’t want to miss."
—Rebecca Hemlock, award-winning author of Fury in the Shadows

Charlotte Montgomery was forced to leave everything behind to shield her son from a dangerous life. As an artist, she’s built a new world of safety and security for them both, far from the shadows that once haunted her. But the peace she’s fought so hard to maintain is shattered when her past comes crashing back.

The Italian crime family she escaped from has reappeared, determined to pull her back into their web of deceit and crime. This time, they want her to participate in their money-laundering scheme—and they won’t take no for an answer. But Charlotte has other plans. She’s willing to play along, but only to bring down the ex who tore her life apart.

Enter Carter, an accountant who’s been approached by the FBI to help trace money connected to the same crime family. Drawn into the dangerous game Charlotte is playing, Carter becomes both an ally and a complication. As they work together, the line between duty and desire blurs, and the stakes grow higher.

As her worlds collide, Charlotte must navigate a deadly game where the risks are greater than ever. With everything she’s built on the line, it’s a race to survive—and this time, she’s not fighting alone.

"This was a really fun read and one that fans of Christian suspense are sure to want to check out."

Reader review on Goodreads

"A brilliant novel that fans of the genre won't want to miss!"
—Tosca Lee, New York Times best-selling author of The Line Between

"Gripping and brimming with chemistry, this novel will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page."
—Lynette Eason, best-selling and award-winning author of the Lake City Heroes series

When Chloe Ainsworth's older sister reappears after fourteen years, she brings with her the news that Chloe's abuser is back in town. Chloe is a coach at her childhood gym and fiercely protective of her young gymnasts. She won't allow them to suffer the way she did, but she's desperate for an ally—one who can help her make her case.

Law student Dare Shepherd works at the local legal clinic, where he meets Chloe and hears her out. He believes her case but can't get the clinic director on board. As he learns more about her story, he finds himself bound by a deepening personal care for Chloe.

They band together in search of answers, and suddenly the stakes skyrocket. It's clear they're onto something, but will they be able to find the answers before it's too late?