Caroline Richmond started running on her wedding day the same day her husband died. Her solitary life is filled with fear of her malicious brother-in-law always one step behind her. She thought she??d found a shred of peace in Texas. But when a mysterious bounty hunter comes to town, she knows the wrath in his amber eyes is meant only for her. He finds a way to be everywhere she is, making her nerves hum in a way she thought she??d conquered. Wade Renault came out of retirement for one reason: to see a deceptive murderess brought to justice. But when he meets the accused woman, he senses more panic than treachery. She lives too simply, she seems too honest and scared. Someone had deceived him, but he will wait to get her right where he wants her, beneath.. THE MOON AND THE STARS.