This epic series invites you into the life of Rafaella Salvaggio and all of the people in her life, from family and friends to lovers and enemies. Her life has been full of tragedy, secrets, and betrayals. Lately, everything has been spiraling out of control. The past is catching up with her, and she will have to fight to get her life back. In her struggle to win back the woman she just can't live without, her mettle will be tested. She will be up against her own inner demons as well as a fundamentalist group whose mission it is to separate her from her ex-partner and their daughter. For Rafe Salvaggio, meeting Eden Kingsley was the best thing in her life, but now it was all lost. It seems she is constantly reminded it was no one’s fault but her own. Rafe still hasn’t moved on from Eden, but with the help of her friend Julia, she is getting back into the dating scene again. For Eden Kingsley, the past eight months have been spent caring for her daughter and trying to fit into her new life with Jake. Seeing Rafe date again was unexpectedly hard for Eden to see, but she is determined to do better about giving Rafe time with Bronte. The arrival of a mysterious envelope sends Eden into a panic. It holds a secret that threatens her and her daughter, and she is confronted with a reality she might not survive. Will they be able to overcome the events that led to the end of their relationship? Will they be able to just get along for the sake of their daughter? Will the secrets, lies, and betrayal pull them further apart or will true love help them see the truth?

Rafe Salvaggio has survived her first relationship after her breakup with Eden, but the relationship was short lived and she misses having Greer in her life. Alone again and determined to figure out her next steps in life she keeps busy with her new job and building an art studio to help a grad student, and to spend more time with her daughter Bronte. But love and near tragic event draws her back toward thoughts of rekindling her relationship with Eden. Those thoughts are corrupted by an unexpected conversation with Jake. Renewing his efforts to complete his Mission, Jake has agreed of accept help of Daniel to restore his standing in the eyes of the reverend. When the duo makes their move Eden and Flynn must fight to save Bronte. Eden goes to Rafe for help—but keeps her secret about Jake and the Stewards. To protect his friends Flynn buys a gun and learns that to use it all he as to do is aim and pull the trigger slowly. In the meantime, Abby is still working on her plan to help Rafe and Eden get back together—but on her terms, she does not want Rafe going back to her ’wildling’ ways and making wagers with Julia. Balancing wanting to have fun adventures with Rafe as a friend and her old feelings of wanting more Julia does what she can to insert herself further into Rafe’s life.

After a weekend in bed, Rafe Salvaggio takes action based on her conversation with Jake. She works to protect herself and her relationship with her daughter while focusing on her job. A disgruntled student causes a hostage situation at the California Conservatory of Art and Design, and Rafe makes a decision that may end her torment. Greer Noble shows her deep affection for Rafe and finds an opportunity to fight to help her as she hopes Rafe will be able to move forward with her life. Eden Kingsley finds herself dealing with the unexpected change in the way Rafe is treating her and recruits Flynn to help. After a severe anxiety attack, she finally decides to talk to someone who can help her with the conflict she feels inside. Will Jakes ploy to keep Eden and Rafe part succeed? Will the help Eden gets help with the turmoil she feels inside? How will the hostage situation affect Rafe? Will the antics of Abby be enough to help forge a common ground for healing? WARNING It is suggested that readers of this story be adults over the age of eighteen. This dramatic series has many scenes describing sex as well as intense emotional scenes and acts of violence. This is a serial story with themes that flow from one book into another with lots of twists and turns. Reading this series from the beginning is highly suggested or the reader may not be able to follow all of the story lines.

Rafe Salvaggio is working to move her life forward since the hostage crisis at the Conservatory. She is focusing on work and researching the art of intrigue to keep her mind busy. Tired of the games she feels Eden and Jake are playing, she decides to take control and play by her own rules. Eden Kingsley focuses her energy on regaining Rafe’s trust and in finding the courage to reveal the issues she has been dealing with—from the things revealed in her therapy sessions to the secrets she is keeping. With his mission in jeopardy, Jake fights to renew the confidence of the reverend by escalating his efforts to ensure the Stewards succeed with their mission. Will Jake’s efforts work, and will he be able to prove his worth to the Stewards? Will Eden be able to convince Rafe she is trustworthy? Once Rafe changes the rules, will the game she feels caught up in finally come to an end and go her way? WARNING It is suggested that readers of this story be adults over the age of eighteen. This dramatic series has many scenes describing sex as well as intense emotional scenes and acts of violence. This is a serial story with themes that flow from one book into another with lots of twists and turns. Reading this series from the beginning is highly suggested, or the reader may not be able to follow all of the story lines.

Rafe Salvaggio is working to get everything in her life back on track. She hopes by changing her priorities, she can relive some of the pressure she is under from Eden and their friends. Eden Kingsley is dealing with a lot of new information about Rafe courtesy of Julia. She is also beginning to feel the weight of the promises she made to Rafe about the secrets Rafe shared with her. She hopes focusing on Rafe’s birthday and enjoying family time will help strengthen their relationship. Julia Hawthorn is biding her time, hoping things will work out for her own agenda.