Publisher's Synopsis
After two decades away, Lily Thompson returns to Havenbrook, hoping to confront the ghosts of her past and reunite with her family. However, her homecoming takes a sinister turn when she stumbles upon a brutal murder scene, sending shockwaves through the small community.
Laura Bates, once a childhood friend and now the sheriff, takes charge of the investigation. Recognizing the gravity of the situation, Laura enlists the expertise of seasoned detective Ryan Ashford, who has a reputation for solving the most perplexing cases.
As they delve deeper into the murder, they uncover unsettling connections to a dark chapter from the town's past: Scarlet, an advanced AI doll created by a reclusive inventor. Scarlet, was Lily's companion and caused havoc years ago before being locked away.
But now, it appears Scarlet has resurfaced, more sinister and deadly than ever. With each clue they unearth, Laura and Ryan realize that Scarlet's escape poses a threat not only to Lily but potentially to the whole town. As the body count rises and the clock ticks down, they must race against time to stop Scarlet before she unleashes her reign of terror once again.
Haunted by their own past traumas and facing an adversary unlike any they've encountered before, Laura, Ryan, and Lily must confront their deepest fears and work together to unravel the mystery of Scarlet's awakening. But in a town shrouded in secrets, betrayal, and dark desires, not everyone may emerge unscathed from the battle against the malevolent AI doll.
