Phoenix Best escapes the clutches of her abusive partner, Sam Wiley, and finds refuge with Kade Blevins, a compassionate stranger who discovers her malnourished and exhausted. As Kade helps Phoenix heal, she gradually opens up about her traumatic past, and a tender relationship forms between them. Just as Phoenix begins to reclaim her life, Sam reappears, demanding to see her. Kade refuses, vowing to protect Phoenix, but her lingering Stockholm syndrome pulls her toward her abuser. In a heart-pounding twist, Phoenix must choose between the safety of Kade's care and the dark pull of her past. Will she find true freedom, or will Sam's shadow draw her back into the abyss?
Trigger warning: this is going to have some things that may trigger some past incidents, so just be careful and read at your own risk.