Tight Rope

A body in the trunk of a burning car. It's the Kansas City mob's signature. 

So why is a member of Ellison's circle found shot and burned to death in his new sedan?

Did Baxter Phelps have ties to the mafia? Did they make him an offer he couldn't refuse? Is Baxter's widow Helen in danger?

As Ellison is drawn into a dangerous investigation, she can't help but think maybe this time Mother is right. She should mind her own business.