In this the third book in the Neptune King series, Neptune's mettle is tested as he crosses paths with the international jewel thief known only as The Shadow. Twice he bests him only to win the Shadow's enmity and the war of nerves begins. Neptune lives in fear as his loved ones-friends and family are targeted. An attempt is made to abduct Rachel, and Shark is assaulted, then his brother-in-law is seriously injured in a hit and run. As a coup de grace Shark and Neptune's sister Mermaid are kidnapped. He doesn't hesitate to pay the exorbitant ransom, but is double-crossed by the Shadow who tries to kill him. The tension rises as Neptune and Rachel begin a desperate bid to find Shark and the heavily pregnant Mermaid before their time runs out. The suspense and fast paced action in this book will have you o the edge of your seat.