“Everything is not always as it seems. Be careful who you trust,” he warned cryptically. “Let me reiterate that, trust no one.”

Detective Caleb Matthews never crosses the line between professionalism and personal involvement in a case. When he’s tasked with protecting his best friend’s sister, Lia, that line is hard to define.

Lia Bailey’s faith is wavering. She’s questioning why God would allow the mysterious death of her brother Mark’s wife. When Mark disappears, Lia and her infant nephew, Cole, become reluctant players in a dangerous game of hide and seek.

Caleb must discover who is targeting them and why. He believes the answers lie hidden in an unsolved case from his past. If he is correct, the implications are deadly. Will Caleb and Lia discover the truth and find the answers they need before it's too late?

What Readers Say

"Shelley Beers’ first novel is a winner. Intrigue, mystery, and action combine with romance to create a love story we can all relate to. I look forward to her next book." - Kim Grayson

"Shelley Beers, a dynamic teacher, has been named Educator of the Year twice. Her creativity, skill, and imagination shine in the musical programs she produces for and with her students. Shelley has used those same talents to create a whirlwind of a mystery in novel form, a first for her but surely not her last. A must-read, can’t put down page-turner that should be on everyone’s reading list." - Stephanie Billingsley