Hardcover Case with Dust Jacket Edition *** In the small town of Willow Springs, Detective Jake Griffin has been tirelessly pursuing a notorious thief who has been targeting the affluent residents for years. Little does he know that the captivating and enigmatic Dr. Alexis Lee, the town's esteemed psychiatrist, is the elusive mastermind behind the heists. By an unexpected twist of fate, Jake and Alexis cross paths at a cozy coffee shop. Drawn to each other despite their opposing roles, they embark on a whirlwind romance, unaware of the secrets they hold. However, when Alexis executes her latest heist, tragedy strikes, and she becomes the prime suspect in a chilling murder. After it becomes apparent that Alexis was set up to take the fall, she and Jake must team up to uncover the true identity of the culprit. As they navigate a treacherous web of lies, deceit, and dangerous alliances, Jake and Alexis's bond deepens. They will risk everything to expose the truth and bring down the murderer, but will their love survive the fight for Alexis's freedom, or will their forbidden relationship land them both behind bars?