In the picturesque mountain town of Bellbrook, retired professor Judith Dawson enjoys her hard-won freedom, relishing life with her loyal spaniel, Sherlock. But her peaceful existence is shattered when a series of mysterious deaths, including those of aged care managers, dredge up unsettling memories from her past. As Judith navigates her new role in the community and mentors aspiring artists and writers, she finds herself drawn into a web of intrigue that threatens her cozy life. Can this amateur sleuth unravel the truth before another tragedy strikes?