Scarlet Ravelle, a red-haired young computer whiz, I.T. manager and stitchery enthusiast, was planning to spend a quiet weekend at home, working on her latest counted cross-stitch project. After escaping from work on a Friday afternoon, she sought asylum at her favorite café for a late lunch. While hiding behind a menu she was approached by a mysterious stranger, Boris Freyczech, who leveraged her assistance in cracking a diabolical computer espionage case with international repercussions. What are the odds that Boris's plea will transform a quiet weekend filled with floss to a wildfire race against evil forces almost beyond extinguishing? With Scarlet, it's a sure thing!