Author Hamilton Raines was supposed to be the next big thing. But after three novels that failed to meet expectations and a failed marriage, he knows his career is on the brink.When he meets a mysterious woman at a coffee shop, things start to look up. With her inspiration, his newest novel becomes an instant bestseller and Hamilton finds himself thrust into the spotlight of celebrity. His newfound fame and fortune come at a price, however. And when long-held secrets are revealed, Hamilton Raines discovers the deadly cost of his ambition.