A traumatic past should keep him from wanting her. It doesn’t. A compelling story of revenge and redemption from the USA Today-bestselling author.Three years ago Ava Fitzgerald stole what was most important to billionaire Vito Barbieri-his brother’s life-leaving an insurmountable void in his once full and pleasurable existence.Since her release from prison Ava has agonized over her fragmented memories from that night-her misguided play for Vito, his humiliating rejection and then . . . nothing.Vito’s latest business merger brings him face-to-face with his new employee-a troubled Ava. Haunted by the dark shadows of their past, Vito is intent on revenge. Yet despite his iron will, his plan gives way to an impossible desire . . .