When Cara Bentley discovers her grandfather was adopted, questions are raised which demand answers. Who was her grandfather? Where did he come from? Who is she? She travels to Lancaster County, PA and the Zooks' farm to search for the truth. To her surprise and consternation, not everyone is happy to see her. When she seeks out Todd Reasoner for legal advice, he finds himself pulled into Cara's world, at first against his better judgment, then with growing pleasure. As mysterious accidents begin to happen, Cara and Todd find not only trouble but also a relationship worth pursuing.