Operation Desert Storm, 1991. A chaotic, catastrophic scene—and then everything goes black. Finally feeling a sense of peace and belonging, Zoe goes on a hike with Leo and her dog in Sapphire Valley. But when she receives news of her feisty grandmother’s unexpected return to town, it seems Zoe's life is about to get more colorful. Upon her grandmother’s arrival at the Orchard Grove Nursing Home, things take a drastic turn. When a resident dies, the quiet life there turns chaotic. The town sheriff dismisses it as natural causes, until more residents begin dying. Using Leo’s military contacts, Zoe uncovers a dark past behind the deaths, and a terrible betrayal. One that could have sparked a murderous desire for revenge. With her loyal dog by her side, Zoe soon finds herself facing dangers she never anticipated. Deception, negligence, and the ultimate betrayal. How far will Zoe have to go to save those she loves and the town she calls home?

The world can be a cruel place. Zoe Fontaine has had to battle many enemies in the shadows. When her sister becomes the target of someone’s twisted games. It’s up to Zoe to find the truth. While caring for her sister, who lies in a comatose state. A mysterious fire tears through the community center in town. Hoping to get Zoe away from her obsession with her sister’s case. Leo urges Zoe to investigate the town’s fire. Soon, cryptic messages begin to lead Zoe down a life-threatening path. It seems someone is watching her every move. When multiple fires erupt, lighting Sapphire Valley ablaze. And one of Zoe’s sources ends up dead. Zoe grows desperate to solve the case, going undercover to expose the culprit. While the arsonist wreaks havoc in the small town, Zoe finds comfort in Leo. But when Leo receives life-changing news. Zoe and Leo face the biggest hurdle in their relationship. Infernos, pharmaceutical coverups, and many casualties. It will take an arsenal of investigative prowess to get to the bottom of it all. Many lives are on the line, and one man's obsession will change everything.

There’s a figure lurking in the shadows. And he’s watching Zoe’s every move. After a near-death experience, Zoe Fontaine moved back to her hometown. There she meets the reclusive military veteran, Leo Rowden. A man with a tragic past and a deep desire to keep Zoe safe. While secretly looking into Orchard Grove, the Linmans, and a strange new drug. Zoe finds herself targeted by a mysterious figure. One that is always watching her and those around her. It seems the deeper she dives, the more she must hide. Causing a great rift between her and Leo. As more clues are unearthed, the cases she’s looking into begin to converge. Coverups, murders, conspiracy, and mayhem. Criminals are being exposed and the tea is piping hot. The turmoil has poured out all over Sapphire Valley. With the final stage set, this showdown will take everything in Zoe’s arsenal to survive.