A lot of men on death row profess their innocence. Jaxon Ward understands their fears, but as a Texas Ranger, he needs to uphold the law. Yet he's convinced Avery Tierney's brother is awaiting execution while the real killer remains at large.

Searching for the murderer opens old wounds for Avery, and now she has to face a past so traumatic she blocked it out. Before long, the only comfort they find is in each other's arms. And now, if she loses Jaxon, she fears she'll never recover.