A novella. The lingering ghosts of abandonment in police officer Jim Stone's past have left a trail of broken relationships. Yet, a glimmer of hope emerges when his past intersects with his present. Freshly single, highway patrol officer Tara Phillips unexpectedly crosses paths with her past during a routine stop, reigniting possibilities with the man who never left her thoughts. As Jim and Tara rekindle their romance, they must navigate the perilous realities of law enforcement. Will their near-death experiences strengthen their bond and deepen their love?