Murder or accident? A grisly discovery in a storm flooded creek sets the stage for a politically charged investigation. Retired psychologist Johanna Kincaid is pulled into the mystery when an anguished father seeks her help in finding his missing son. As the clean up crew for a gas pipeline project uncovers a decomposed body, Johanna's expert knowledge in human behavior and ancient practices holds the key to solving this perplexing case. But as she delves deeper, she unravels a tangled web of deceit and becomes a target for a killer. Set against the backdrop of environmental politics, this third book in a series of mystery stories explores the intersection between ancient wisdom and the devious nature of human greed. Once again, Johanna Kincaid’s unique skills are required to solve a crime.