Chapter 1

Elise Falk is your typical housewife. She cooks, cleans, and tends to the many necessities of her home. A smile is always plastered onto her face, and to the outside world she is merely the beautiful wife of businessman David Falk. Behind closed doors, however, this seemingly perfect couple is far from flawless. Within David is a darkness that has swelled during his marriage to Elise. Almost daily, Elise is forced to deal with David's other side--a side that has repeatedly brought her pain and injury. The secret has been well kept up until now, but when a terrible incident occurs Elise is forced to explain. Tables turn quickly, as Elise becomes the suspect of her own husband's murder. Joining forces with her arrogant lawyer, Elise battles for her freedom, while coping with the many horrid events that are repeatedly thrown her way.