Pandora Vaughn is a seasoned homicide detective operating on Liarta-a planet strikingly reminiscent of ancient Earth. When Amy O'Rayne, a secretary at Fritz Corporation, meets her tragic end, Pandora embarks on what initially appears to be another case. However, this investigation soon defies all expectations, with every lead raising more questions than answers. Strangely drawn to the mystery, she begins to peel back layers of secrecy and deception, uncovering just how little she truly knows about those around her. Matters take an unexpected turn when Luke Nesnah arrives at Precinct 12-a colleague Pandora had sworn never to work with-forcing her to reconsider if he might be the key to solving this case. Though she has always prided herself on doing what is right, Pandora realizes that once Pandora's box is opened, it can never be closed again. Who killed Amy O'Rayne, and why?