The murder of a hard working Latino immigrant creates an atmosphere of fear and mistrust in Allison Palmer's hometown. Although an arrest was made, the community remains divided.Allison and her live-in partner, Billy Lawton, are drawn into the controversy when Billy, former FBI agent, is asked to consult on the investigation. Allison is also dealing with conflict within her Methodist church. The Pastor, Everett Paulsby, has been accused of violating church doctrine by performing a 'blessing' ceremony for two same sex parishioners. He could be censured or de-frocked. The threads of homophobia and anti-immigrant anger intertwine with violence from the past. Through it all, an enigmatic young reporter, Kris Martin, keeps reappearing. Murder, kidnapping, more violence, culminate in a shocking ending.