Overview

Max Salgado knows what it means to lose everything. Once a rising star in the LAPD, his life was forever changed when The LA Butcher—a sadistic serial killer—tortured and nearly killed him. Now, years later, Max has found solace working as a museum curator, far away from the dangers of his past. Or so he thought.

When cryptic messages and haunting clues resurface, Max fears the killer who broke him might still be alive. But amidst the chaos, he meets Dr. Ben Carter, a compassionate surgeon who makes him feel something he hasn’t in years—hope. As their connection deepens, Max begins to believe he might finally find love again.

What Max doesn’t know is that Ben holds a secret of his own, and he’s terrified of how the truth might destroy the fragile bond growing between them.

As the shadows of the past close in, Max must navigate a web of danger and deceit while holding onto the possibility of a future with Ben. Together, they’ll face a harrowing journey where survival means not just staying alive, but daring to embrace love.

Will Max find the courage to trust Ben with his heart? Or will the killer who haunts him destroy his chance at finding his forever love?