Maya Banks spins exquisite tales filled with love, romance, sex, danger, mystery, and intrigue. She can have you on the edge of your seat or pushed back against the wall through the powerful emtions of her characters or the events being played out in the story.Isaac Washington's life is saved by Jenna while he lays dying after being shot n a parking lot. Even before she saves him, Isaac recognizes the vulnerability and terror in this young woman and is determined to save her while sacrificing his own life. Jenna saves him and escapes with Isaac's help, thus beginning a remarkable journey for them both.Jenna's naivete and innocence come from her lack of exposure to the outside world yet she has an inner core of strength and resolve that makes her a survivor. In saving Isaac's life she transforms him. He finally sheds the darkness in his soul that has plagued him all his life. His protectiveness of Jenna quickly evolves to love. He will do anything to keep her safe. In return, Jenna learns about love and relationships from Isaac.All the characters from previous books in the series are interwoven in this story. The DSS family once again rallies together to protect Jenna as one of their own. They battle the drug lord who will stop at nothing to capture Jenna.Maya Banks is a gifted writer and a true master craftsman. Every word, sentence and paragraph are created to maximize the reading experience. Her characters are so varied, complex, and multilayered. I've yet to meet one I wasn't drawn to (we,, except the bad guys of course.) I continue to be amazed by Maya's creative proliferative output. She achieves the same high standard of excellence with each new book release.