Four days later, only three emerged alive.

It's now Christmastime in Denver, and private investigator Kristin Ashe believes the tragedy relates to recent threats at a daycare center owned by Lori Parks. However, when her client is less than forthcoming, Kristin has to find other ways to uncover the truth about the ill-fated excursion.

Fran Green, Kristin's feisty sidekick, wants to help, but she's addicted to snowboarding and facing a crisis of her own.

As Kristin's investigation takes her deep into the snowy mountains, she must race through the past and present in order to prevent further unbearable losses.