Murder and violence are all in a day's work for Lieutenant Vincent Girardi. But there is something about this one that doesn't add up. When a piece of paper with an address written on it is found at the crime scene, Vince believes that the target is actually Dr. Rowan Delaney, and he plans to find out why.

Dr. Rowan Delaney is biding her time. In less than a week she will give testimony that will rid her of a painful past once and for all, and grant her and her two children the freedom she has been seeking for years from her ex. So when Lieutenant Girardi and his partner show up at her door and try to change her plans, she's not pleased. She needs to move on, without interference from anyone—including the handsome cop darkening her doorstep.

The chemistry between them cannot be denied, even though it complicates everything. Vince must protect her without his feelings for her getting in the way, and Rowan must accept his help—and his innate need to protect—without losing herself in the process.

Two killers, one forbidden love affair. But are they in too deep?

This book contains elements of power exchange.

Previously published as Bella Rosa in 2010. This version has been updated, re-written, and re-edited.