A matter of circumstance: After an easy day studying coral in the Bahamian ocean, Amanda Blayne returns to shore looking forward to a cool drink and a lazy afternoon. But the tranquil waters turn dark and treacherous when Amanda is ruthlessly abducted in broad daylight. With her captors demanding a ransom that no one can pay, Amanda's hope dims and she begins to panic.

New deputy in town: Some days it appears that everyone in Whitehorse has a secret, including their new lawman, Deputy Sheriff Nick Rogers. But falling for Laney Cavanaugh isn't a good way to maintain a low profile, especially when Nick's trying to solve an engagement party murder. Wedding bells are always trouble, and, unfortunately, trouble always has a way of hunting Nick down.