Kari Underwood, an investigative reporter, becomes involved in a curious double murder which puts her in a killer's crosshairs. With Kari's life in danger, Jason Keane leaves his position in the Sutton CID and returns to America to protect her. Kari is thrilled to have Jason back at her side, but has no idea why she is a target; and as she and Jason renew their problematic relationship, they must solve the mystery before she is killed by her unknown assailant. Betrayal, deceit, blackmail, and a vicious drug cartel all play a part in what could mean the death of both Kari and the man she loves.