There is no denying the immediate attraction between Marissa Morigan and Scott McRae when they meet for the first time. The attraction carries with it an undercurrent of energy that is almost palatable. Yet the obstacles keeping them from acting on that attraction are almost insurmountable. Marissa prides herself in being one of the guys. She is a good cop and can hold her own. She never thought her tough attitude would hurt her, but when one of her closest friends dies in her arms, she realizes that she isn’t so tuff. Her guilt and pride take her down a dangerous path of self destruction. Scott prides himself on being a good cop and husband. He works hard to give his wife everything she needs in life. She wants for nothing even if it means extra duties and a lot of over time for him. His life was comfortable and content until he met Marissa. Having her in his life reminds him what it feels like to be alive. Yet he knows he cannot have her. He is married. He watches her turn away from everyone, even him after their friend is murdered but he has no time to worry about her when his wife runs off with his best friend.By the time he pulls himself together he realizes Marissa might be on the path of no return. Will her guilt and pride be the death of her? Can he save her from the most dangerous enemy anyone could ever have? Can he save her from herself? Can Marissa’s friendship and love help him rebuild his own life?Will they be able to teach each other that sometimes the deepest sorrow opens your eyes to a beautiful sunrise? Or will it be too late for one of them?