Short Synopsis
A sadistic killer pushed Chicago cop Marty Hogan past her limits—and it was all caught on video. She lost her job, her sense of self, her entire world . . . until an open detective position in small-town Texas gave her a chance at redemption.

Full Synopsis
Marty Hogan was a good cop, until a shocking case sent her to the razor's edge . . .

A sadistic killer pushed Chicago cop Marty Hogan past her limits—and it was all caught on video. She lost her job, her sense of self, her entire world . . . until an open detective position in small-town Texas gave her a chance at redemption.

But she's about to learn that the past always catches up . . .

Police Chief Clay Settlemeyer knows all about mistakes and second chances—he's still earning his own, so he's willing to give Marty the opportunity to prove herself. But when her ex-partner is murdered, it looks like Chicago is coming to small-town Texas with a vengeance.

"Castillo's novel resonates with its blend of stalking menace and rich characterization." -Romantic Times

"Linda Castillo writes with power, passion, and a voice you'll never forget!" -Maggie Shayne, New York Times bestselling author

"Having a great conflict and creating great characters are just two of the reasons Linda Castillo is quickly becoming one of my go-to authors for romantic suspense." -Romance Junkies

"There is a happy ending here, but Castillo makes [readers] work for it. So when it comes, it's worth it." -Paperbackreader.com