Seeking to fill a heart left empty by the death of her fiancé, Madeline Pierson conceived twins by artificial insemination. She needed something–someone?–to make life worth living. One foolish night with Erik Soloman brought her both healing and guilt, so she did her best to forget him. Eight years later they meet again, to discover that time has not lessened the fiery attraction between them. When Erik encounters Madeline’s son, he sees his own face–the twins must be his. Now Madeline is forced to face her feelings about him–how closely is she willing to let him share in her children’s lives? Does Erik, who has never really had–or wanted–a home, have the staying power to be the man she needs? And will he?