When a billionaire publisher is murdered, all the evidence points towards his beautiful young wife. Attorney Evan Scott reluctantly takes on her defense, knowing her life hangs in the balance. Beguiled by his client, Scott realizes that her fate and his are on a collision course. In his struggle to prove her innocence, Scott must uncover the truth, both about his client and himself, and not lose either in the process.

John Beckley, a former lawyer, lives in South Carolina. He enjoys tennis and fishing. This is his second novel.