Stella has a bullet in her hip from the rain of gunfire that killed her husband. Royal is a killer released from prison on a legal technicality. When they meet, they’re drawn to each other. A noir of gripping suspense—this is a journey into the heart’s lust for vengeance.
 
“A page-turning slice of classic modern noir...” — 5-Star Amazon review
"Noir at its freshest and finest...Phillips' noir masterpiece is relentless and beautiful...” —Jo Perry, author of Dead is Better
 
“A heart-wrenching noir love story...This is a winner—it'll grab you by the heartstrings...” —The Irresponsible Reader