When a deeply passionate romance ends in a pile of smoldering ashes, Therese is left reeling and confused, but determined to go on with her life. Her connection with Rick was unexpectedly powerful, but his inability to overcome his painful past caused him to flee when their relationship intensified.

Therese travels to Italy to connect with her family's heritage and attempt to put Rick out of her mind-and her heart-permanently. Just when she thinks she's succeeded in moving past him, he reappears in her life. And this time, he's ready to deal with the emotional wounds that prevented his...