About the book: 2001 / On a rainy southern night, Jade Sperry had to endure the worst thing that could happen to a girl who found herself in the hands of three young scum. A desecrated honor, a huge scandal, and a personal tragedy force her to run away from home. Jade survived, but never for a minute forgot this sleepy, provincial American town, where everyone - men, women, children - depends on the all-powerful Patchett family. She never forgave the rich scoundrels who ruined her life. And one day Jade returns to take revenge. To free herself from the evil that burns her heart. To regain the lost thirst for love.