"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

Eight years ago, Charlotte Montgomery fled an Italian crime family to build a safe, quiet life for her son. But when the syndicate resurfaces to force her into a money-laundering scheme, she decides to play along to destroy the ex who ruined her life. Teaming up with Thayer Jackson—an accountant secretly working with the FBI—Charlotte must navigate a deadly game where the line between duty and desire blurs.

"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?