Deputy D.A. Nikki Hill returns, taking on a high-profile murder case. While trying to keep her sanity and build a love life with Detective Virgil Sykes, Nikki prosecutes a rich man charged with killing his fiance. During the sensational trial, Nikki watches as her case unravels--and suddenly finds herself in an explosive drama of big-time crooks and at least one murderous psychopath who won't stop killing.