Uncomfortable questions taunt Kay Scarpetta live on CNN, where she serves as the senior forensic analyst. After two startling call-ins, she finds an ominous package at home. Soon she becomes embroiled in a surreal plot that includes the disappearance of a beautiful millionairess and a famous actor accused of an unthinkable sex crime. 17th in the series. "Reading adds intensity with her multilayered characterizations."—AudioFile