Since the day she left me, I’ve believed that all women are users and deserters—a creed I’ve held to fiercely. Love is a luxury I’ve sworn off.

When Blythe and I are both named as guardians to our young godson, I find myself grappling with my emotions. I’m still drawn to the woman who shattered my heart. But the Blythe I once knew is gone. Transformed by tormenting hardship, she bears physical and emotional scars deeper than my own.

When her new job takes her to a book signing in Texas, I decide to follow along because something is in the shadows....

Since the day she left me, I’ve believed that all women are users and deserters—a creed I’ve held to fiercely. Love is a luxury I’ve sworn off.

When Blythe and I are both named as guardians to our young godson, I find myself grappling with my emotions. I’m still drawn to the woman who shattered my heart. But the Blythe I once knew is gone. Transformed by tormenting hardship, she bears physical and emotional scars deeper than my own.

When her new job takes her to a book signing in Texas, I decide to follow along because something is in the shadows. Something dark and sinister is following my woman. I will obliterate those who caused her pain, and those responsible for the deaths of my closest friends. Amidst the chaos of retribution, questions plague my mind. Is it too late for Blythe and me to find our second chance? Are we beyond repair?