When Mackenzie's mother first disappeared in the forest without a trace, she refused to give up the search. Now ten years on, Mackenzie visits the forest for one last time, only to have her hopes of finding something dashed by the appearance of a mysterious and terrifying beast. But just as it seems that Mackenzie's quest must end in frustration, a stranger arrives in town. An attractive stranger, shrouded in intrigue, revives Mackenzie's determination to find answers, no matter the price. Mackenzie will need all the determination she can muster, as secrets unravel that shake the very foundations of her identity, revealing a past she could never imagine and a future she can't afford to ignore. The only question remainingWho will stand by her side at the end?