Danica Jones has lived in the small town of Ophidian Grove, North Carolina almost her whole life. She thought she was familiar with everyone, especially the members of her best friend, Leanne Campbell's family. That is, until she comes face to face with Leanne's so-called cousin, Silas Quinn. He is devastatingly handsome and alluring, with strange green eyes, pale skin, and an air of mystery that surrounds him. Leanne is adamant that Danica must stay away from him, but she cannot explain her reasons. His secrets are not hers to tell. The warning signs are there from the beginning, but her curiosity to figure Silas out is just too tempting, and Silas's desire to reveal his secrets to her are just as strong. What Danica does not realize is that the closer she gets to Silas the more danger she brings upon herself and her small town when an outside danger from Silas's past threatens to bring everything crashing down. Can Silas keep her. safe or will this strange and beautiful man lead her down a path that may bring Danica to her ultimate end?