The story begins when Eve Duncan, a forensic sculptor, receives a package containing a burned skull with a bullet hole. Along with the skull, there are two mirrors: one intact and one shattered. Eve reconstructs the skull, revealing the face of a beautiful young woman named Sylvie.
As Eve works on the case, she discovers that the skull might belong to Sylvia, the hidden twin sister of Darcy Nichols, Eve's ward. The plot thickens when Darcy and her roommate, Cara Delaney, are attacked, and it becomes clear that someone is targeting Eve and her loved ones.
Eve must navigate a dangerous game of intrigue and deception, with the help of Jock Gavin, a former assassin and Cara's longtime friend. The story is filled with suspense, action, and emotional depth as Eve races to uncover the truth and protect those she cares about.