Deep in the South Carolina mountains nests the small township of Ransom where Elizabeth Goodweather is relishing in how her life is evolving. Six years after her husband's death, she's finally emotionally involved with a wonderful man, both daughters are doing well in their chosen professions, and her business is flourishing every day. Her focus takes an unexpected leap when she sees someone attempting to jump off the Grudgers Stand's roof and she cannot help her curiosity to investigate.

Ransom and its history dates well back into pioneer times and Grudgers Stand in particular goes as far back as 1860, which is the beginning of an unstoppable chain of events Elizabeth is destined to get in the middle of. Unfortunately, by still being a newcomer after 20 years living in Ransom, she finds that the unique characters of this small town are not so willing to share their family secrets. How many more lives will be taken because of the mistakes done in the past before the darkness ends?

This second book in Vicki Lane's Ransom series is captivating until the very last paragraph with characters you will continue to fall in love with. Definitely a must- read!!