She decided to treat Ben Standish with indifference

His betrayal eight years before had left Jessica Mallory raw and hurting. That memory would act as a shield against his dynamic charm

The chemistry between them had been basic and volatile, but now she was a woman and a professional. Two weeks on assignment with him in the Michigan woods would prove she had overcome her adolescent passion.

The realization that, for her, nothing had changed was quick and overwhelming. He claimed he still wanted her, but she wanted--needed--more than that.