It's too good to be true. Maria Price has inherited a large house in the best part of Manchester and more money than she ever dreamed of. An orphan since her mother died when she was only eleven years old, she has survived the care system and thought she would never have a family or security again. He's good to be true. Then, she meets Joel Parry. Handsome, considerate, charming and a wonderful lover, Joel seems to know everyone who is anyone in Manchester. And, he just happens to need a place to stay. Before long, Joel has moved into Maria's new house and is happy to help her spend her money. But Joel isn't what he seems to be. He's deep in Manchester's drug scene. And, his terrifying past is about to catch up with him and the naive girl who trusts him.