The Hangman's Inn is in jeopardy. Pregnant whores and a dead dealer are only the lead-in to fiery destruction.

Jane and Cole soon realize that someone is targeting their business. They must negotiate a surprise visit from their investor in order to keep from losing everything.

Things go from bad to worse when Marshal Lewis makes an appearance, wondering at the dead woman walking the streets of Dominion Falls.

With everything falling apart, their one shining hope is the baby. Will a violent illness rob them of their remaining joy? And can they save their lives and business, before all is destroyed?