The crime scene is horrific: the corpse of a young actress, drained of blood and cut in two. LAPD Detective Sophie Mannings new case is high-profile and difficulttheres no evidence to work with. And its a disturbing echo of the infamous Black Dahlia killing. Sophie is burning the candle at both ends, desperate to catch the murderer before he strikes again, when she starts to experience inexplicable visitsfrom ghosts. Bruce McFadden has a particular talent that can help Sophiehe can speak with the dead. As a consultant for the FBIs paranormal team, the Krewe of Hunters, hes been tasked with Sophies case and theyre forced to partner up. But Sophie doesnt want his help, and she doesnt want to share his peculiar skill. And she certainly isnt ready for love, despite Bruces attentions. As the killer taunts the police, Sophie and Bruce will discover that the threat is closer than theyd ever realized. Working side by side is the only way theyll stop this deadly sequel.