Dom Rizzi robbed a bank, stashed the money, and did the time. His family couldn't be more proud. He always was the smart one. Joe Morelli, a cop, is Dom's cousin and Loretta is Dom's sister. Less than a week after Dom's release from prison, Joe Morelli has shadowy figures breaking into his house and dying in his basement. He's getting threatening messages, Loretta is kidnapped, and Dom is missing. Stephanie Plum and Morelli have a long-standing relationship. Stephanie is a bounty hunter who has been involved in this case since day one.