Alessandra Lamont has never really had to think or do for herself. She went from her parents' home to marriage at 19 with a control freak with mob connections. Her catch of a husband divorces her after 7 years of marriage when she learns she's unable to have children. The biggest surprise is yet to come--the death of her husband and the fact that he's stolen a million dollars from mobster Michael Trotta.
Then there's Harry, an FBI agent who has seen better days. When he and his partner George cross paths with Alessandra Lamont, all Harry can think is that she's just another pretty, useless trophy wife. He's not far from the truth at this point in Alessandra's life.
After a couple of twists and turns, Alessandra and Harry go on the run together, and it's a learning experience for both of them. Harry's burned out and he's yet to deal with the death of his teenage son and ex-wife nearly two years earlier. The only thing he and Alessandra have in common is that the same mobster who wants her dead is responsible for the death of Harry ex-wife and son.
Harry and Alessandra are forced to examine themselves a bit closer, and it's only then that they begin the process of living. Harry is bitter, obsessed with Michael Trotta, and so afraid and ashamed of his weaknesses that he can't face his two remaining children.
Alessandra is in control of her life for the very first time, and she's discovering that she's not as useless as she's always thought. She's thinking for herself, and she's making some tough decisions when it comes to Harry.
Good book. Her more recent (Troubleshooters) books are better 
. The suspense in this one was pretty good, but nowhere near the level of the new books. The ending felt a bit rushed and incomplete.
Susan F.
Fredericksburg, VA
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