Unravel complex Navajo secrets in this gripping mystery from Anne Hillerman. Retired detective Joe Leaphorn investigates the tangled adoption of a woman seeking her Diné heritage, uncovering buried family secrets. Meanwhile, Officer Bernadette Manuelito is drawn into a perilous case involving an explosion, a missing wife, and a local tragedy. This thrilling novel plunges into the heart of the American Southwest, masterfully weaving cultural traditions with intricate crime-solving. A must-read for fans of atmospheric mysteries and compelling narratives.