A fast-paced romantic fantasy inspired by Little Red Riding Hood . . . Batrice Reyard has everything she's ever wanted--a fabulous job, an understanding mentor, and the freedom to be herself. Or so she thought . . . Suddenly, she's being sent off to visit her ailing grandmother for the sake of keeping up appearances. Her grandmother is the last person she wishes to visit, especially with a collection of strange companions in tow. But she does love an adventure, so she sets off into the woods determined to find some excitement. She never bargained on the excitement finding her. Mysterious accidents, thefts, and disappearances dog their path, until Batrice is certain they are being stalked by a criminal with a sinister agenda. But what will she find at the end of their road? The satisfaction of catching a thief? Or the sting of betrayal when she learns their pursuer's identity?