A gripping novel of romance and nonstop suspense by bestselling and award-winning author Sheila Kell. "Sheila...writes drama and suspense and makes it interesting and super sexy!" –Clare & Lou's Mad About Books Can one man capture the heart of the woman who walked away? In Sheila's novel of conspiracies and desire, a fierce protector refuses to let go of the one woman whose life he feels is threatened. Madison Maxwell has been Brad Hamilton's fantasy for many years. When they finally connect for a night of passion, he could have died a happy man, except she left without a backward glance. When Madison returns to Baltimore, Brad sees his opportunity to rekindle a spark that hasn't yet faded. But when she witnesses a murder and receives threats, he will stop at nothing to keep her safe. In his effort to protect her, Brad unwittingly brings danger to her doorstep.