Once the world's most notorious thief, Damien Black retired at his peak rather than risk taking a wrong step that could cost him his freedom ... or his life. Now a seductive proposition is tempting him again -- a multi-million-dollar heist that would be smooth as black silk ... if it wasn't for Angel Lafonte. The new director at an Atlanta museum, Angel is smart, sophisticated, and a stunning ebony beauty, exciting the daring thief even more than the possibility of a big-money payday. But when the heat reaches sizzling, Damien's going to have to choose between a life of larceny and the passionate lady he's suddenly growing to love. But dangerous men in the shadows aren't about to let their star player abandon the game ...