Synopses & Reviews
From #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts comes a novel of a woman who needs nothing, a man who sees everything, and the web of deceit, greed, and danger that brings them togetherand#151;and could tear them apartand#133; When professional house-sitter Lila Emerson witnesses a murder/suicide from her current apartment-sitting job, life as she knows it takes a dramatic turn. Suddenly, the woman with no permanent ties finds herself almost wishing for oneand#133;
Artist Ashton Archer knows his brother isnand#8217;t capable of violenceand#151;against himself or others. He recruits Lila, the only eyewitness, to help him uncover what happened. Chalking up their intense attraction to the heat of the moment, Lila agrees to help Ash in trying to find out who murdered his brother and why. From the penthouses of Manhattan to grand Italian villas, their investigation draws them into a rarified circle where priceless antiques are bought, sold, gambled away, and stolen; where what you possess is who you are; and where what you desire becomes a deadly obsessionand#133;
Review
and#8220;Roberts is performing at the top of her literary gameand#8230;an addictive blend of sleek suspense and sophisticated romance that would make Hitchcock proud.and#8221;and#8212;
Booklist (starred review)
and#8220;An engrossing tale of love, family, and the lengths some will go to possess that which they desire the most.and#8221;and#8212;Wit and Sin
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and#8220;Sizzling suspense . . . will keep readers riveted.and#8221;and#8212;Publishers Weekly
and#8220;A juicy, suspenseful tale to snuggle in with and savor.and#8221;and#8212;bookpage.com
and#8220;You wonand#8217;t want to stop until youand#8217;re finished.and#8221;and#8212;Fresh Fiction
and#8220;This is vintage Nora Roberts keeping you turning the pages.and#8221;and#8212;The Good, The Bad and the Unread
About the Author
Nora Roberts is the #1