Claire Brown comes from an unusual family, and is the youngest of a set of triplets. Each member of her family has a psychic ability, and her specialty happens to be empathy. She can feel intense emotions and thoughts of the people around her. Due to her inability to be around people, Claire enjoys her solitude. When a new neighbor moves in and threatens her solitude, she feels the power within her growing. She has already been through a couple of traumas that have enhanced her power, and she is not sure she is ready for another round. Will she be able to conquer the growing power or will it conquer her? Will she embrace her unique family heritage?

Neil Olafson is a man who has experienced a lot of loss in his life. The most recent loss is that of his Aunt Eunice, the woman who took him in after the deaths of his parents. He is determined to relocate his business to his aunt's farmhouse. The only obstacle in his way is his aunt's eccentric neighbor, Claire. He listens to her pleas, but still does as he wishes. When an unfortunate incident places Neil as Claire's protector, he begins to know her on a more personal level. Will she ever open up to him?

As Claire begins to spend more time with Neil, she becomes bound to him in a very scary way. She can almost read thoughts. When she senses the deep sadness that is a part of him, she learns about his son who was kidnapped eight years ago. She knows without a doubt that she is meant to explore her psychic abilities to help him bring about closure; however, it soon becomes apparent that someone wants them dead. Who is the person trying to harm them? Is it the same person who took a baby?

Cait London has created a very compelling romantic thriller. The writing draws you into the lives of the characters, and does not let you go. Claire's sisters, Leona and Tempest, have amazing abilities of their own and their relationship is an important dynamic. Their psychic abilities are interesting and I found their uses intriguing. The brief glimpses allow us to become acquainted with the sisters who will each have their own story. The action was constant and danger was almost always present. This is a very suspenseful read, and a wonderful romance. AT THE EDGE is a marvelous launching point for a new trilogy.