Michael never thought the past would catch up to him like it did. He thought leaving his home town was the cure-all for his problems. But having to unexpectedly return, once again he is thrown into the madness that has become his life. Meeting with old friends, working on his novels, and attending parties that leave Michael with suspicions makes it almost like he never left town all of those years ago. If he doesn't get to the bottom of the murder and mayhem happening in Grande Staples, he may never be able to move on from the pain in his heart and his head. But learning about the truth of the biggest secret in Grande Staples may cause Michael injury or even death if he isn't careful.