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.