Brooke Sullivan thought she knew the rules when she accepted a position as nurse practitioner at a maximum-security prison: treat the inmates with respect, keep her personal life private, and never get too close. Simple, except one prisoner already knows everything about her.
Shane Nelson, the star quarterback turned convicted killer, was once Brooke’s first love. Her testimony put him behind bars for life. Now, she’s forced to face him again in the sterile halls of the penitentiary.
Shane claims he’s innocent, but his charm masks the violence everyone warns her about. Torn between guilt, fear, and lingering desire, Brooke struggles to keep her professional distance.
Because if she slips, she risks more than her job. She risks her life.
