"As if coping with the murder of her husband isn't enough, now Lila Culhane has Frank's mistress to contend with. His pregnant mistress. Crystal. With everyone grasping to profit from Frank's death, including fighting for possession of her beloved ranch, she needs leverage for the battle. As it turns out, Crystal may be carrying just the edge Lila requires: an heir. Crystal offers to let Lila adopt Frank's baby - for a price. Lila is willing to consider it - pending a paternity test. Meanwhile, the list of suspects in Frank's murder is growing. And as the surprises multiply, a killer remains free to strike again."--