Elizabeth Goodweather, mother of two and a widow for six years, has done well for herself on her beautiful farm in the majestic North Carolina hills. She and her husband, Sam, spent many years of blood, sweat and tears trying to survive in an area rich with family history and Cherokee folklore. Unfortunately, while attempting to raise her children in peace and tranquility, deep dark secrets and devastating tragedies still become part of their lives.

Rosemary, Elizabeth's oldest daughter, has an overwhelming need to solve her best friend's mysterious disappearance 20 years ago. She knows she must return home to revisit her past and her own insecurities from when she was 10 years old; she just hopes she can remember certain details to help mend her heavy heart. Rosemary begins an investigation and desperate hunt for a truth only to unearth secrets and lies of not only her family, but also those of her neighbors.

Whew! If you like beautiful, breathtakingly described scenery and well-crafted character building, this is the book for you. Vicki Lane's attention to detail is immensely intriguing. Enjoy.