There was nothing left for me in Hastings anymore. Leaving Harlow and Hunter behind wasn't easy, but it's what I needed to do. I needed a fresh start to clear my head.A new town provided a new beginning where nobody knew my past or who I truly was. Maybe one day I'd be strong enough to return home, but for now, all I wanted was to live a normal life. Little did I know, Gray Washington would ruin my plans in the best way possible. She wasn't the kind of girl to fall for a guy like me, but I didn't give up on challenges that easily. I pursued her until she gave into my charms and finally gave me a chance. As we grew closer, I realized she not only saw me for who I really was, but she accepted me. Unfortunately, my past didn't stay behind in Hastings. Out of pure spite, someone was hellbent on ruining my life in a dark and twisted way. But even worse, I never saw it coming...** This is a dark-themed romance. There are scenes that might trigger some readers.