Riley Lansing knew that one day she would have to deal with an unsightly case, but she did not think that it would be about murder. This is exactly what was demanded of her in exchange for the life of her six-year-old brother. But she could not kill a woman whom she knew well and respected immensely. Now Toby can only be saved by a miracle, and Riley’s new friends will help him accomplish it, first of all, the brave Marine, Mac Balkman, who will not leave a woman in trouble, especially if he fell in love with her at first sight...