Under her late grandfather’s mattress, Brooke discovers a stash that defies all of her preconceived notions about her parents’ deaths. But this well-kept secret has far-reaching effects for the town as a whole, not just on her.

With her nose wrinkled, Brooke stood in her grandfather’s bedroom doorway, memories filling her mind. Her giggle virtually reverberated through the hallways as she recalled all the moments she’d spent with him. Her breath came in unevenly.

She remarked, “I can’t believe he’s truly gone,” as she ran her fingers over the dresser made of aged oak.