Vivian Bennett sees things other people can't. Things like shadows that move without a maker and hover over people, feeding their depression and fueling their self-destruction. She also sees kind spirits, guiding and guarding their loved ones against the shadows.

When a tragic accident claims the lives of her mother and brother, Vivian has no choice but to reunite with her estranged father in his new home in another state. While the house appears idyllic on the surface, it holds dark secrets guarded by malevolent spirits intent on keeping them hidden. As she struggles to cope with her own grief and anger, the spirit of Vivian's brother tries to protect her from an especially evil entity inhabiting the bedroom that once belonged to a girl who vanished without a trace.

As the missing girl's spirit reaches out to Vivian, she learns the gruesome truth - the girl was murdered by someone she trusted who was possessed by the shadows. The girl's spirit is restless. Her undiscovered body lies buried in a shallow grave under the watchful eyes of the killer, not far from Vivian's home.

With her brother's assistance, Vivian searches for answers, determined to put the girl's spirit to rest and bring the killer to justice. But the shadows are intent on protecting the killer's identity. Stalked by this evil presence, Vivian realizes that her own pain and anger make her more vulnerable to their influence. She must confront her own demons, before the shadows claim her, too.

This spine-tingling, paranormal mystery will keep you on the edge of your seat until the last page. Will Vivian solve the mystery before she's lost to the shadows. Or will she become the next victim before she uncovers the truth?