Darla and her inherited cat, Hamlet are finally achieving some rapport but Hamlet's behavior is abnormal. He's not eating as much as normal and he doesn't get any exercise. When the feline behavioral empath visits with Hamlet, Darla learns that he feels he failed her in her last foray into murder and he must atone some way.

Darla has no idea what that atonement will consist of until she finds herself drawn into another murder investigation. When the owner of her dojo is found dead, everyone assumes it is suicide but Darla and Robert, her part time clerk, don't believe it of the man they so respected.

As Darla investigates, she finds Hamlet is aiding her with his usual tips and then he appears to help her when the killer has her locked away. Darla makes her escape only to find another body. This one is barely alive but she won't last long if the killer has his way.

This series has been a joy to read. Ms. Brandon has written some interesting characters that the reader sees something new aspect to their personality with each book. Darla is finally starting to settle into her new life and Hamlet is a formidable personality. His clues are delivered in an entertaining way and leave so much open to interpretation.