Past Imperfect - Michael Parker

It is two years since the wife of best-selling author, Max Reilly, died in a car crash along with her lover. Max is still recovering from her death and deception. So when he meets Emma — who is awaiting a divorce from her violent husband — and quickly becomes attracted to her, it is hard to reconcile with his grief. Emma is keen to hold back and Max is determined to keep his secrets from her. Max's violent past and his betrayal of all he once held dear are a barrier: one which he must break down if he is to win Emma's love.