Three years ago Ava Fitzgerald stole what was most important to billionaire Vito Barbieri--his brother's life--leaving an insurmountable void in his once full and pleasurable existence.

Since her release from prison, Ava has agonized over her fragmented memories from that night--her misguided play for Vito, his humiliating rejection and then...nothing.

Vito's latest business merger brings him face-to-face with his new employee--a troubled-eyed Ava. Haunted by the dark shadows of their past, Vito is intent on revenge. Yet despite his iron will, his plan gives way to an impossible desire....