Cold Case, Hot Accomplice. Carla Cassidy

Roxy Marcoli cares about three things—her restaurant, her sisters and her Aunt Liz. When Liz disappears, she’s forced to turn to shameless playboy cop Steve Kincaid. Every time the sexy detective turns on the charm, he gets Roxy’s hackles up.Despite his reputation, Steve’s no ladies’ man. His casual flirting hides the pain of an unbearable loss. As they search for clues, he discovers what lies beneath Roxy’s prickly exterior and sharp tongue.As his desire grows, so does his fear. Because it’s not just Aunt Liz the killer wants—but Roxy, too.