Magazine editor Carla Reidel is still trying to cope with the sudden death of her friend, Mark, when she realizes that he was murdered. Even more startling is the fact that the murderer intended to kill her. First in the popular "Amber Ainslie" detective series.

Stahl, Hilda

Molly DuPree applies for a job as nanny for the Mathis children in hopes that she can uncover some facts about the car accident that killed Mr. Mathis' wife and brother. When she arrives, she discovers another young woman working there—detective Amber Ainslie.

Sara Palmer receives an alarming call from her brother, George, who threatens to give her daughter to a child pornography ring unless she pays him off. Sara enlists the help of detective Amber Ainslie in confronting hardened criminals who would exploit anyone for profit.