When Miki Anderson returns to Savage River after ten years in prison she's determined to move on with her life, but a murder makes her the focus of everyone's suspicion yet again.

As the town prepares for Savage River's annual celebration, Hugh's disappearance has Colleen worried and Miki hoping that she doesn't become the prime suspect.

As Detective Rachel Kennedy begins to investigate the new homicide, town secrets start to emerge, and new motives become apparent.

As Detective Rachel Kennedy and Sgt Bill Kirby get closer to solving the mystery, a tip off leads them to the meatworks and the hunt for a murder weapon.

With Miki back in custody and the meatworks sale almost finalised, new motives come to light and the case takes a new turn.