n nIn Jean Stones third Vineyard Novel, a visit from her biological mother threatens to upend bestselling novelist and island transplant Annie Suttons new life on Marthas Vineyard. n nLife is usually quiet during the off-season on Marthas Vineyard, but not for island newbie and bestselling novelist Annie Sutton... n nFinally settled into her adopted island home, Annie is looking forward to writing her next mystery, making soap for her new business, and starting renovations on the Inn she plans to open by the summer. Shes also enjoying spending more time with local police sergeant John Lyons, the man shes only just gotten comfortable calling her boyfriend. Shes even starting to relish her relationship with Johns teenage daughter, Lucy. Its probably not the best moment for a visit from the biological mother Annie only recently met. Still, its high time she got to know the mysterious Donna MacNeish... n nBut Donnas visit isnt merely a social call--shes come to share some devastating news. Seeking solace in an outing with Lucy, Annie and the teen stumble upon skeletal remains on the Inns property, a finding that calls a halt to all construction while the police investigate. Desperate for answers, Annie starts asking questions of her own. But when secrets about her own past bring shattering revelations, suddenly everything Annie understands about love and loyalty is tested--and she wonders if the ties that bind her to her beloved community will reach a breaking point...n