Sometimes getting to heaven requires a trip through hell. Twelve years ago, it looked like Del Prescott had it all. The wealthy family, the car, the looks and charm, and the perfect boyfriend. Then she disappeared to study abroad. Now shes back, and its not merely to attend a high school reunion. Shes here to face her demonsand Blake, the man she has never stopped loving. Blake Mitchell is a changed man, thanks to surviving twelve long years of difficulties that began after Del dropped out of his life. Now shes back, and shes nothing like the polished, stylish world traveler he imagined shed be. Theres a darkness about her, and a grim expression in her eyes that says shes prepared for fight or flight. Blakes concern for her breaks down the walls Del has built around her heart and she finally begins to heal from the abuse she suffered at the hands of her own family. But the betrayal goes deeper than either of them ever imaginedand its about to come back to haunt them.