The body of a young woman has been found at a resort in Western Montana. For Bodine, the murder becomes a poignant reminder of an old loss. Twenty-five years ago, her Aunt Alice disappeared without a trace, and now Bodine connects the new tragedy with the events of the past. Alice's sudden appearance years later should help solve the case. The dark story she tells still haunts her. Together with her partner Collen, Bodine undergoes a test of strength, experiences difficult revelations and is in a hurry to put together an imaginary puzzle. They still have time. Until the sun goes down.