In the quaint town of Tarawera, nestled amidst the lush New Zealand countryside, a sinister secret lurks beneath the surface. When a young woman vanishes without a trace, Detective Inspector Sam Sheppard is called in to investigate. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of deceit, betrayal, and long-buried grudges. As the investigation unfolds, Sheppard encounters a cast of enigmatic characters, each with their own motives and secrets. A mysterious book, filled with cryptic ...