Lily Darling knew that marrying a con man was a risk, but her new husband swore those days were behind him. Then he disappeared without a word—taking all of her money with him. Now, years later, her scoundrel of a husband has mysteriously returned in hopes of setting things right. Lily is determined to guard her heart. But curse the man for being just as breathlessly handsome as the day she last saw him…

Adam Darling never meant to leave his innocent, beautiful wife—but he had no choice. He would’ve been sent to prison and destroyed Lily’s good reputation. He can’t blame her for hating him, but now that he’s back, he’ll prove he never stopped loving her…no matter what it takes.

Only their past isn’t done with them. When Lily finds herself targeted by a blackmailer, she suspects Adam was caught up in something more than just a simple con. But finding the truth means trusting the guy who broke her heart. And the more their attraction simmers, the more likely she is to get burned…