A woman receives a bewildering inheritance that may have something to
do with her past in this twisty and addictive psychological thriller
from the New York Times bestselling author Entertainment Weekly
calls "impossible to outwit."
Struggling artist Skyler Moore is flabbergasted when she receives a
suspicious phone call from a lawyer she's never met regarding a "private
matter." As soon as she arrives at the law firm's office, she learns
she's the recipient of a large inheritance, a life-changing sum that
will allow her to realize her long-held dream of becoming a mother. But
who was her benefactor, Christopher Whaley? The late man's name means
nothing to Skyler, and she has no idea why he would leave her such an
enormous bequest.
Looking into his background, Skyler finally realizes they met once at a
hotel bar and shared a one-night stand. But they never exchanged
numbers, or even last names, and that was over a decade ago. She wonders
if the inheritance is meant to be a message of some kind, but can't
imagine what it might be.
Chris' family is confused and suspicious too, and his widow accuses
Skyler of having an affair with her late husband, then threatens
revenge. In order to protect herself, Skyler has to understand the
reason the money was left to her. But as she digs for the truth, it
becomes clear that Chris Whaley might have taken other secrets to the
grave, ones that could have terrifying consequences for her . . .
