While most of the orphans were freed, some chose to stay behind. When Justine tries to return and save them, Adrian must do all that he can to stop her or they will both be exposed. Justine and Adrian become lovers; trusting each other as far as they trust anyone. The knowledge that their goals aren't always the same makes life that much more exciting.

Move forward to twenty four years to London. Someone is killing former French spies and leaving behind knives that implicate Adrian. Justine seeks Adrian out with information that will change the course of the investigation. On her way to the home that he operates out of, she is stabbed. She barely makes it to the doorstep before collapsing.

While Adrian is thrilled to have her back in his bed, the condition she is in makes it impossible to achieve his desires. As Justine battles for her life, Adrian will become focused on who tried to kill her and why his knives are being left at the site of murders across London.

Continuing her highly successful series. Ms. Bourne has written a highly compelling story with some intricate plot twists. The reader will be kept on the edge of the seat. We learn about Adrian's background as we admire the position he has achieved. We laugh and cry with the two as they battle to discover the truth and fight for each other. This is a moving and emotional read.

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