"Keera Duggan was building a solid reputation as a Seattle prosecutor, until her romantic relationship with a senior colleague ended badly. For the competitive former chess prodigy, returning to her familys failing criminal defense law firm to work for her father is the best shot she has. With the right moves, she hopes to restore the familys reputation, her relationship with her father, and her career. Keeras chance to play in the big leagues comes when shes retained by Vince LaRussa, an investment adviser accused of murdering his wealthy wife. Theres little hard evidence against him, but considering the couples impending and potentially nasty divorce, LaRussa faces life in prison. The prosecutor is equally challenging: Miller Ambrose, Keeras former lover, whos eager to destroy her in court on her first homicide defense. As Keera and her team follow the evidence, they uncover a complicated and deadly game thats more than Keera bargained for. When shocking information turns the case upside down,Keera must decide between her duty to her client, her familys legacy, and her own future"-- Provided by publisher.