Abstract:
Michael Gaddes has been left alone after Sterling Point to mourn the death of the only woman he has ever loved. After weeks of torture, it has not gotten any easier for him.

He doubts if it ever will.

At the insistence of his partner, Michael takes leave from his law firm and temporarily moves to Charlottesville, anticipating an indefinite period of bereavement.

However, his personal plans are set aside when his friend is murdered and Michael decides to join the investigation.

The plot thickens and twists unpredictably, as Michael solves the case and claims a most incredible reward.