Lachlan Duke is a college student who has it all: talent, fame, and a bright future in professional hockey. But what he wants most is to win over Lyla James Marichal, the only girl who doesn't fall for his charm—a mysterious, distant, different young woman. For weeks, he pursues her until he wins her over. And when he finally has her in his arms, he believes nothing can take that happiness away from him. But Lachlan is wrong: from one day to the next, Lyla disappears from his life, without goodbyes, without answers. For three years, Lachlan searches for her in every corner of his memory, in every shadow of his days... until he finally finds her. Now, Lachlan is no longer the golden boy of hockey. And Lyla is not the same young woman who ran away. Both carry scars, secrets, and decisions that changed their destinies forever. But it's not so easy to let go of the past when passion and obsession burn between them. Can a broken love survive the silence, guilt, and revenge? Why did Lyla run away? And what will Lachlan do when he discovers the truth? [This book includes a content warning. Recommended reading for ages 18+.]