Miranda returns to Mexico to uncover her family history and learns that her mother did not abandon her, but that she was kidnapped at birth. Finding her mother in a psychiatric hospital, suffering from the effects of abuse and violence, Miranda decides to work her way into the heart of a criminal organization to uncover the truth about what happened and make sure those responsible are punished.

Joe Diamond is out of time with a traumatic past and an uncanny ability to solve crimes, using wit and observation to peel back hidden truths.