Elliot Ward was once known as Phantom, a lethal assassin who disappeared after a mission gone tragically wrong. Haunted by his past and desperate for peace, he retreats to a secluded town in Montana, hoping to rebuild his life in solitude. But the quiet life he craves becomes complicated the moment he meets Aniya Dawson, his captivating and kind-hearted neighbor. With her shy smiles and fierce independence, Aniya quickly captures his heart—though she has no idea of the dangerous secrets he hides.
As a brutal winter closes in, so does Elliot's past. His former employers are still hunting for the secrets he carries, and soon Aniya's life is at risk just for being close to him. When Elliot steps in to protect her, their connection grows into something undeniable, and their chemistry ignites with a passion neither expected. But danger is closer than they realize, and Elliot must confront his darkest fears to keep Aniya safe—even if it means revealing the man he used to be.
