When a killer vanishes into the high-country wilderness, newly arrived Sergeant Andie Whitford must navigate challenging terrain and some hostile locals with the help of Sam Dyson.
Andie's wife, Helen, and daughter, forge new friendships amongst the locals, while Andie brings local 'psychic' and suspect, Damien, in as a 'consultant' on the investigation.
On the anniversary of a local boys murder, Sam Dyson pledges to bring his prime subject to justice. Andie warns against any harassment, but Sam can't help himself, forcing Andie to take action.
While searching for evidence in the wilderness Andie spends the night alone, assailed by a flash storm and terrifying growling from the surrounding bush. Rescue is at hand but from a very unexpected party.
The discovery of a drug crop leads Andie to suspect the missing couple were murdered after stumbling upon it. Closer to home, Andie's wife gets high, and her daughter goes joyriding with her boyfriend.
Andie identifies the mastermind behind the murders and vanishings that have rocked the high country, only to realize Helen and Kirra are now in danger.
