Kaliah Starborne, a deadly assassin known as Mortifer, is sent to kill Ilian Aerion, a powerful mafia boss. Disguised as corporate consultant Clarke Reid, she infiltrates his world but discovers he’s far more dangerous—and captivating—than she expected. As secrets about her past emerge and her feelings for Ilian grow, Kaliah is torn between duty and desire. In a world of deception and betrayal, the biggest lie may be the one she tells herself.​​​​​​​