In the heart of Denver, the unexpected murders of a prominent lawyer and his associate during a steamy rendezvous thrust detectives Nora Ricci and Clint Hawk into a web of suspense and mystery. The crime's audacity shatters the peace of their weekend BBQ, pulling them away from personal conflicts and into a high-stakes investigation. As Ricci and Hawk sift through the victims' lives, they uncover a maze of professional rivalries, illicit affairs, and dangerous secrets. The story weaves their professional and personal struggles, highlighting the tension between Ricci and Hawk, whose complicated relationship adds another layer of intrigue. The victims hint at a scandalous backdrop that fuels the detectives' pursuit of justice. Every clue they uncover shows a darker secret, revealing a plot driven by jealousy, betrayal, and revenge. Everything leads them through the shadowy corridors of power, where ambition and desire intersect with deadly consequences. As the detectives close in on the truth, they must confront their own feelings and the potential fallout of their findings.