The Phoenix police are called in when the body of a Catholic priest is found slumped over a desk with a gun in his hand. Lt. Nick Greer is assigned to this case of an apparent suicide.
But trusting his gut feelings, Lt. Greer comes to believe this case involves much more than anyone had imagined. Despite pressure from his boss, department heads, local government officials, and the bishop, Nick follows his instincts. This leads him to a trail of murder, terror, and a secret nest of corruption involving high-ranking diocesan officials. While trying to juggle the life of a homicide detective complicated by a vindictive ex-wife, he becomes involved in an unexpected romance. What follows will forever change his life.