Ginny Wheelwright begs Josiah Reynolds to help her solve the disappearance of her only son, Dwight. Reluctantly, Josiah delves into Dwight's world of white picket fences and tidy lawns only to discover that it hides dangerous secrets, leading Josiah to the edge of the beautiful and treacherous Cumberland Falls.

All the while, O'Nan, Josiah's nemesis, plans his revenge. This time he gets really close. So close that someone is going to die. Will it be Josiah this time?