Det. Larry Millsaps is called in to investigate a rape. Soon, he compiles evidence that indicates he may have an open-and-shut case. However, it subsequently emerges that the victim herself, Melissa Nelson, may have planted the evidence in a vengeful plot to convict the rapist. Her reason: the rapist had killed her sister.

Larry Millsaps is faced with a tough moral dilemma. He does not agree with Melissa's actions, but can't prevent an emotional involvement with her situation. Blackstock has delivered a non-stop thriller of a book that will have audiences locked in suspense and wonder.