Meanwhile, Helmsdale is becoming increasingly dangerous. A wave of violence against migrants follows inflammatory political speeches, while an arsonist and violent criminals threaten to push the town towards chaos. After Vickers's house is targeted again, Nash discovers that the attacks may be connected to the secrets Vickers has spent fifteen years trying to uncover.
As Nash races to protect Vickers and prevent him from taking justice into his own hands, the investigation becomes increasingly personal. Someone wants Vickers dead, and the truth about Stacey's murder may be far more shocking than anyone imagined.