An edge-of-the-knife story of crimes of the flesh--and of the heart--from the"refreshingly bold talent" who creates a new kind of hero: a young woman in free fall who's not only in danger...but dangerous. Mim Bracca is riding the fast lane straight off the end of the world. Now she's coming home without a future and without a prayer--and only one last chance to get her feet under her, or go down forever. But home has its own terrors, including a past...

In an effort to discover herself, Pandora Madchen left her exotic, desert island life on Sedikhan. She traveled the world, toured with a rock band, and matured immensely. However, before she left Sedikhan, she made a promise to the man who passionately stole her heart, she swore she'd return. Now, after six years, Pandora will fulfill her promise and return to the island and her love Philip. Will the lusty passion that drew them together before thrive...

"Opal is a fiercely independent young woman pushing against the grain in her style and attitude, Afro-punk before that term existed. Coming of age in Detroit, she can't imagine settling for a 9-to-5 job--despite her unusual looks, Opal believes she can be a star. So when the aspiring British singer/songwriter Neville Charles discovers her at a bar's amateur night, she takes him up on his offer to make rock music together for the fledgling Rivington...