With Christmas fast approaching and Grand Isle Music Conservatory's big show to oversee, Camryn Paine has plenty to keep her occupied. Add a request to locate a stolen-and possibly cursed-Stradivari violin into the mix, and she fears it's more than she can handle. After some pressure from her boss, Camryn agrees to investigate.

Things take an alarming turn when a suspect is found dead. Then someone from Camryn's past appears with a secret that turns her world upside down. Suddenly, her busy Christmas seems perilous as well.

The more clues Camryn uncovers, the deeper she sinks into danger. With the holidays upon her, and both her past and future feeling uncertain, Camryn knows she can't rest until she has answers. But the cost may be more than she's willing to pay.